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Find special needs adult care in Knoxville, TN that you’ll love

58 special needs adult care are listed in Knoxville, TN

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 4 years

Special needs adult care in Knoxville, TN

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Emma B.


Knoxville, TN

$25-40/hr4 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

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I am in my sixth year working in special education. I currently teach a self contained classroom for students with autism, but have previously worked in behavior support roles in classrooms. I enjoy bridging academic skill practice with functional life skills through different activities based on preferred activities. Since I am...
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Katherine N.


Knoxville, TN

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Kind, Experienced, Christian Caregiver

Hi, I'm Katherine! I'm a Christian Caregiver holding prior experience as a nanny for children of all ages, as well as caregiving full time for families with both the elderly and the disabled. I'm personable, reliable, strong, attentive, patient and above all, kind! I have worn many hats in the caregiving arena through the...
Katherine can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care
Skills:

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a National Registry Paramedic with a plethora of healthcare, pet, and life experience. I have a Master's Degree in Healthcare Innovation, Bachelor's in Behavior Analysis, and more.
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Janiah C.


Knoxville, TN

$18-25/hr6 yrs exp

I've been a caregiver since 2018. I started out with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities different ages. I've worked in nursing homes, assisted living and currently in home health.
Janiah can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

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Karley M.


Knoxville, TN

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Reliable And Responsible

I am a CNA and CPR certfied. I'm very compassionate and patient. I have experience with multiple cases of special needs. I love to interact and make a difference. I am pro educational play! If you need my assistance please message me for my availability thanks! -Karley
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Svea K.


Knoxville, TN

$13-15/hr3 yrs exp

Medical technician certified, as well as Certified Nursing Assistant. I am also CPR and First Aide certified. I have worked at an Assisted living memory care facility in Tampa Florida the last three years. I am very versed with experienced as well as am a Pre-medical fourth year student at Florida State University and am also...
As a social work major, I have education of child/adolescent development. Last semester I had an internship with children 2-18 caring for various needs. I would love to support your children/adolescents in anyway your family needs!
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Caitlin L.


Knoxville, TN

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have varied experience working with children with both developmental and physical special needs. I've worked both in the public, community, and private homes doing this work and have excellent references available upon request!
My name is Michaela , I al originally from South Carolina. I have worked with people who have a disability since I was in the 4th grade I am now 21. I started with cheerleading just helping out with the special needs team, and fell in love with it which made my continue doing what I love. Going into middle school and high school...
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Holly F.


Knoxville, TN

$10-20/hr

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

I have just graduated from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program and received a passing score on my NBCOT board exam. I am extremely passionate about helping people and caring for those who have different needs and unique minds. I loved my clinical experience providing occupational therapy for pediatrics who...
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Lisa A.


Knoxville, TN

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

I have over 30yrs experience with children. I have a background in early childhood and elementary education. My experience is with newborns up to teenagers, with and without disabilities (autism, Down Syndrome and ADHD, among others). This includes multiple children at once up to 8 (including multiples), in home (theirs &...
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Nicole C.


Knoxville, TN

$10-15/hr

Part Time Care Giver: Weekends ONLY, Some Care In Evenings IF NEEDED

I am currently a graduate student studying to become a speech-language pathologist. I have had experience working with children of various needs including but not limited to ASD, down syndrome, CP, and cognitive impairments. I have had experience within a school setting as well as camp based settings for children with special...
Hello! My name is Jataelynn, but I go by Jata! I am a senior at Carson Newman University working to get a bachelors degree in psychology and early childhood studies. I have been a paid nanny/babysitter for almost 2 years now. I have always loved working with children, and I volunteer regularly at my church in the nursery. I have...
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Sydnie R.


Knoxville, TN

$14-28/hr7 yrs exp

Young With A Lot Of Experience

I've been a caregiver since I turned 18 working with seniors and the developmentally disabled. I've pretty much done it all, honestly it's too much to list. I worked for a company for 3 years that had over 200 clients with a wide variety of needs and I would see most of them at random for home visits so I've been trained to...
Sydnie can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, respite care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I just received a degree in special education from the University of Dayton. I have spent each semester during college observing, assisting, and student teaching in school settings containing students with mild to moderate disabilities. I am passionate about what I do because I find it fun and rewarding. Additionally, it has...

Lakin H.


Knoxville, TN

$10-20/hr

Special Needs Caregiver/Sitter

Hello! My name is Lakin and I am currently a Sophomore and a cheerleader at the University of Tennessee Knoxville! Go Vols! I have four siblings: three sisters ages 24, 13, and 11, and a brother who is 2! I am a very outgoing and upbeat kind of person! I love children and have been babysitting for about 5 years now. I have...

Justin S.


Knoxville, TN

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Justin, your friendly neighborhood giant! I am 6'6", and while my size may be daunting I promise I'm just a big Teddy Bear. Whether your loved one needs a gentle, helping hand or a lifelong companion and friend; it would be my honor to help in any way I can! I have over 11 years of experiance caregiving for the...
Justin can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, respite care, visiting physician
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Elizabeth B.


Powell, TN

$10-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hello. I have over 25 years of professional childcare experience including special education instructor, Montessori assistant, nanny, in-home daycare provider, mother of two girls ages 11 and 9 to name a few. I am excited to find a family or two to work with in the Knoxville area, preferably a long term position/part-time. At...

Molly H.


Powell, TN

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

I go by Beck! I have experience working in senior care, adult autism care, and behavioral health with teenagers. I have done home health and residential care, and worked as direct support staff for people various ages and abilities. I love people and pets (especially dogs) and want to make sure everyone I encounter is treated...
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Lori J.


Strawberry Plains, TN

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over 21 years' experience providing compassionate and skilled home health care. As a caregiver I am devoted to providing superior in-home care to elderly persons, persons with special needs or disabilities. My skills include: dressing, transferring, bathing/toileting, meal prep and feeding, medication disbursement, housework,...
Lori can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

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"Lori is a wonderful caregiver! For over 2 1/2 years, she helped with the care of my Mother who required 24/7 care. She has knowledge, training, experience and a passion to provide quality care for your loved one. Without hesitation, I can say that Lori is a...

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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Adult Care in Knoxville, TN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 58 listed special needs adult care.