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332 special needs caregivers are listed in Austin, TX
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Austin, TX
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey my name is Cara. I have been working as a early childhood educator and a special needs behavioral aide for many years. I have a certification in Autism Spectrum Disorder, and a specialty teaching an anti-racist curriculum at church with the kids. My BA is in Psychology. I am an avid musician taking a break from performing...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My career development includes connecting with clients in a considerate way, working hard to bridge communication gaps to improve relations, and years working with mental /physical/ behavioral disabilities.
Special needs guidance through one-to-one personal care with autistic, abused, neglected, under-served, brain injuries,...
Diana B.
Austin, TX
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Yoga Teacher, Ayurvedic Practitioner, Assistant For Special Needs
5.0
(1)
Hello, I am experienced in providing yoga classes to individuals and groups with special needs. I have also been employed in the capacity of an assistant at special needs counseling center; providing the various staff members (clinicians, owner, and teachers) with assistance in whatever capacity is needed. References are...
5.0
"Diana is hard working and focused. She helped me with a number of items from packing up my house to prepare to move, selling items, changing address, organizing cabinets and closets, planning events, scheduling maintenance items, following up on correspondence,...
Rhonda G.
Constance D.
Austin, TX
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
I Am Currently A Sophmore At University Of Utah. I Am Studying Special Education.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate of the University of Utah with a degree in special education. I currently teach in a self contained high school class in Austin. I have volunteered every summer for the past 10 years at a camp for kids with special needs and have experience watching multiple kids with autism, cerebral palsy, developmental...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there highly motivated & compassionate individual with a strong educational background and passion for nurturing young minds. I hold a BA in Psychology and am pursuing my Master's degree.
I have hands-on experience as an RBT where I provide ABA therapy to children on the spectrum. I have extensive training in behavior...
5.0
"Wow. What a tremendous young lady. She was a perfect fit for the care we needed for our son. Thank you!"
Debbie G.
Adriana S.
Austin, TX
$49/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a second year Special Education teacher in Glendale Heights. I received my bachelor's degree from Loyola University Chicago. I majored in Special Education with English as Second Language, Bilingual, and Elementary endorsements. I have worked in both self-contained and
5.0
(2)
I have three years of experience working with disabilities such as autism, cerebral palsy, and gtubes. I absolutely love working with disability, it makes my heart happy. I love being a caretaker and am pursuing a career in physical therapy one day. I am CPR and first aid certified as well as swim instructor certified! I would...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny and caregiver / Attendant for many years, working with both developmentally disabled and neurotypical children from newborns to teens. . I am CPR / First Aid certified. I am fully vaccinated and boosted against Covid -19. I bring my history of parenting, art background and sense of humor to the job. I'm...
5.0
"I can't recommend Amy enough. As a mom to a special needs daughter, she is patient and kind. She is also very engaged and always looking for activities to support them their growth humans--from trips to the library or fun outdoor adventures (parks and swimming). My...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I'm a QMAP/ caregiver. Love animals. Will honestly probably try to be your best friend if you let me
5.0
"She is very reliable and will do a great job."
Christina S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Indiana and I would love to help with any childcare needs you may have! I am a college student majoring in Special Education as well as a professional ballet dancer with Nevada Ballet Theater. My schedule is open and flexible to accommodate your needs as a full or part time nanny. I am also available for nighttime...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a caregiver for over 20 years. I love helping others and making a difference in one's life. I have worked with individuals with ADD/ADHD, depression, Cerebral Palsy, Schizophrenic disorder, Bipolar disorder, wheel chair bound, and Dementia/Alzheimer. I have worked with people in their home and also in a...
5.0
"My house has never been as clean and organized thanks to Shanette! She is punctual and very efficient. Shanette was exactly what our home need. We highly recommend her."
John S.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Sophie. I am in College to be a Elementary Special Education Teacher. I have worked with lots of kids with Disabilities. (Autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, etc.) I just got home from working in an orphanage school and hospital in Ghana Africa. I love to play games, crafts and other fun things. I would love to come meet...
5.0
"My brother has Down syndrome so unfortunately he can not care for himself even though he is a adult. I wanted to find a care giver that would treat him like an adult Because he is one. I knew the first time we met Sophie she was the one. She talked to him like an...
Kevin J.
Anita A.
Austin, TX
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Anita I'm currently pursuing a degree in psychology and social sciences. I'm a Behavioral specialist who works with special needs kids from ages 2 to 18 but I also have experience working with adults ages 18 to 95. My experience as far as adults is I've worked at senior living communities and I also worked for...
5.0
"I needed a caretaker for my autistic son last minute. She was ready and available to help. She looked after him and made sure his meals were according to his dietary restrictions. It looks like they had a good time at the mall and the movies."
Yolanda B.
Kari C.
Austin, TX
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
A little about me... I'm a mother of 17-year-old twins and I have soon to be 8-year-old! I was a SAHM until my oldest boys started school. I then started working/subbing for the school district. I have cared for children in daycare settings and being a nanny.
I have years experience with special needs as my oldest has...
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Andrea, and I have been working with both special needs and neurotypical kids, for 10 years. I've worked as an inclusion aide for the YMCA of San Diego County both for summer camp, and in after school care. I also worked for San Diego Unified School District for 3 years as an aide in mod/severe special needs...
4.0
"Andrea has been working with my special needs son (both at our home and in the community) for almost a year. In that time, she has forged a strong bond with him and our family. Andrea has an energetic, positive attitude and it's obvious that her experience working...
Liz B.
Brianna A.
Austin, TX
$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For several years I have cared for my two sisters that have Willams Syndrome. I have volunteered for special olympics throughout my high school years, assisting the kids and adults with basic skills needed to play the sports. I enjoy their presence as it's filled with love & would love to care for your children! I am open and...
Liv S.
Austin, TX
$25-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
Qualified Mental Health Professional Loves To Help Children Succeed!
5.0
(1)
As a caring, dedicated, and compassionate mental health counselor, I have extensive background providing residential support to children and teens struggling with a wide array of challenges.
My mission is to create opportunities for your child to experience a sense of success and therefore improved self esteem in navigating the...
Emily A.
Austin, TX
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I graduated from the University of Delaware in 2020 with a degree in psychology and minors in disability studies and fine art. I've worked with kids aged 2-9 on the Autism spectrum for the past year as a registered behavior technician. My responsibilities included feeding, toilet training, diaper changes, facilitating engaging...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, and thanks for checking out my profile! My name is Andrea, and I have been working with both special needs and neurotypical kids, for 10 years. I've worked as an inclusion aide for the YMCA of San Diego County both for summer camp, and in after school care. I also worked for San Diego Unified School District for 3...
Andrea can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Andrea was a great help for my son while she worked with us and also very dependable for us. She was quite active and helped with both day-day needs for my son, that included helping him on his daily routines, worked with him on his life skills and also taught some...
Subha M.
Jennifer K.
Austin, TX
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
New to Austin, from Boston Ma. I have been taking care of children in one way or another for most of my life. In my early 20s as a live-in nanny and an assistant teacher for a special needs preschool. I taught theater to at-risk teens while I was pregnant with my first child, and then I went on to raise my own two children.
I...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jenn looked after our two kids, 4 and 8, partial days during our fall break and was so great with our kids. It was unfortunately rainy during our visit but Jenn saved the day by bringing age-appropriate activities ranging from baking to board games to science...
Priya W.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Austin, TX
Diana B.
5.0
Diana is hard working and focused. She helped me with a number of items from packing up my house to prepare to move, selling items, changing address, organizing cabinets and closets, planning events, scheduling maintenance items, following up on correspondence, paying bills etc. She is very...
- Rhonda G.
Amarantha R.
5.0
Wow. What a tremendous young lady. She was a perfect fit for the care we needed for our son. Thank you!
- Debbie G.
Amy A.
5.0
I can't recommend Amy enough. As a mom to a special needs daughter, she is patient and kind. She is also very engaged and always looking for activities to support them their growth humans--from trips to the library or fun outdoor adventures (parks and swimming). My 6 year old loved reading with her...
- Care member
Rosemarie T.
5.0
She is very reliable and will do a great job.
- Christina S.
Shanette J.
5.0
My house has never been as clean and organized thanks to Shanette! She is punctual and very efficient. Shanette was exactly what our home need. We highly recommend her.
- John S.
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Ratings for Austin, TX special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Austin, TX are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 344 reviews of the 332 listed special needs caregivers.