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Sharonda A.

Personal Care

Smithfield, KY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
My name is Sharonda. However, I've always gone by Nicole. I am currently a stay at home mom of 7, with 3 out the home and 4 in school. My schedule is open. In the past, I have worked as a primary education teacher. I also obtained my CNA and worked in a skilled nursing facility for seven years before I joined the Army as a...
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Special Needs Helper

Crestwood, KY

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
5 years experience
I have worked with children at home of the innocence in the special needs area as well as volunteering at elementary schools. I have also worked with adult with various abilities and disabilities. My father is an amputee and has many other issues. I have been caring for not only him but his wife as well.

Alana A. says "Casey is a very caring individual who is very capable as a care-giver."

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La Grange, KY

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$13/hr
I have worked with children and adults with different physical and mental conditions whether it's through recreational sports or physical therapy Recently I have worked with a teenager for the past 3 years who sustained a TBI, also in a wheelchair . Assisted him through school, physical therapy and different activities.
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Looking For Part Time Work (Caregiver, Babysitting, Cleaning)

Pleasureville, KY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I love doing what I do. I have worked the last 12 years taking care of Adult with Mental Retardation. It's such a rewarding job. A little about myself: I have worked full-time the last 12 years for a group home for adults with mental retardation. I loved my job and the people I took care of. My duties included everything from...

Marla J. says "I am regaining control over my household clutter and neglect. Cindy came in with a wonderful spirit to help me clean. She started in the kitchen and...

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Responsible, Caring, Experienced, Childcare And Special Needs Provider

Westport, KY

4.6(1)
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$5/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
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I am 33 years old. I love working with children. I have been babysitting since I was 12. I have had a passion for working with special needs children since I was 17. I pursued a degree in special education for medically fragile kids as well as kids with behavioral problems. I have worked in the public school system as well as...

Susie D. says "I've known Lisa for many years and she has always had a love for children. When she was introduce to a couple who were from out of town and in need of a...

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Patient, Kind, Loving, Experienced, Passionate

Westport, KY

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience with SN in multiple settings (personal and professional). I have traveled to be the extra helping hand so the family could have a peaceful vacation. I have done long term and day to day life care. In college medically fragile and behavior disorders was a great interest of mine (hence one of my specialty...

Holly B. says "We hired Lisa during our Kentucky vacation to care for a 16-yr-old with severe cerebral palsy who is unable, to talk, walk, chew, or do most things we take...

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CNA For Special Needs Medical & Mental Health

Louisville, KY

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello I'm Vaccinated :) I have been a CNA for over 16 years. I worked at a daytime facility for special needs adults and I have worked with special needs children and adults. I currently work for a Very well respected company on a Crisis Team for Children in Mental Health Crisis. I have experience with Children on the Spectrum...

Christina B. says "She was absolutely the best!!! So caring and kind with my kiddos - I would have her back any day."

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Louisville, KY

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I worked 25 years in the Medical field as an X-ray and Ct technologist. Worked for the past 5 years for a care giving company. Past year working for myself. I enjoy working and helping people who have the need for help. Love the interaction of people I care for. References available.
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Shelbyville, KY

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$10/hr
I've worked as a nanny for many years and have loved being a caretaker to kids. Since finishing with my last family I've decided I want to extend my reach a little and try helping in other ways. I understand I lack a lot of experience in working with special need families, but I am extremely caring and a fast learner so I'm...
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SPECIAL CARE NEEDS.

Louisville, KY

2.3(1)
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$13/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Mofoluwaso. I am a nurse and a caregiver here. I have great experience caring for people at any age. I have rendered services to people in and around the community. I'll care for your special needs loved ones as though they're mine. My rates are considerably great and I have huge flexibility with time based on...

Ashley C. says "Janet was absolutely amazing with our son who is disabled & special needs. E. is 9 years old, he has cerebral palsy, a quadriplegic and requires complete...

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DSP/CNA/Home Manager

Louisville, KY

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I'm a CNA that has been working in private home care in the disabled adults community for the last 10 years. I have provided care to those who live with physical, intellectual, developmental, and mental disabilities, and the elderly. I'm experienced in homehealth, which includes personal care, ambulating, transfers, bedside...
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Occupational Therapist - Experienced Nanny

Louisville, KY

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a recent graduate from The Ohio State University with a doctorate in Occupational Therapy. I am in search of part- or full-time child or older adult care employment prior to the start of my full-time OT job. I have worked closely with both children and adults in various care positions including as a teaching assistant at...
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Louisville, KY

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hi, My name is Ty! I'm 22 years old. I graduated from WKU with a bachelor's in social work. I moved to Louisville a year ago to peruse a career in Child Protective Services work. I am now going to start graduate school at UK to obtain my Master's in Social Work. In the meantime I am hoping to help families out with child...
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Simpsonville, KY

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$12/hr
2 years experience
I have two years under my belt working with an elderly man with a mental disorder, hearing impairment and bad eyesight. Special needs care available.
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Elementary Teacher/ Loving Mother Of Two Girls

Louisville, KY

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$16/hr
6 years experience
I have taught 2-year-olds-5 th grade for over 12 years and love helping children lf all ages! I have worked as a fitness instructor and trainer at milestone, Bellarmine, YMCA and LAC and a drug rep for Pfizer. I would love to help you with your child I have two daughters who are now 21&22 and understand the feeling of being a...
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Louisville, KY

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$16/hr
I have no certificates to care for special needs, but I do have experience caring for a down syndrome child. I want to become an Occupational Therapist, and have interned at pediatric therapy locations, which have given me insight and education with working with children with special needs. I have shadowed over 50 hours...
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Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Campbellsburg, KY

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am working towards a BA in Psychology and will graduate in December. I have 6 years of experience working as a caregiver for adults with physical and intellectual disabilities. I also have over 4 years working with a child with autism as a CLS/Respite worker. I have skills in teaching, advocating, housework, hygiene care,...
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Louisville, KY

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$16/hr
1 year experience
I work for a family in my hometown that has a daughter on the autism spectrum. I work for them when I am home for the summer. She is medium functioning. I help drive her around, feed her, bath her, and anything else the family needs from me.
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KJ

Shelbyville, KY

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$10/hr
8 years experience
I also have quite a bit of experience caring for special needs children, from toddlers all the way up to teenagers. I am currently receiving education on this, but I have peer tutored since I was of kindergarten age.
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  • The average post rate is $16.00/hr as of December 2025

Recent special needs child care reviews from local parents in Smithfield, KY

Special Needs Child Care in Smithfield, KY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 22 listed special needs child care

Casey R.

Casey is a very caring individual who is very capable as a care-giver.

- Alana A.

Cynthia H.

I am regaining control over my household clutter and neglect. Cindy came in with a wonderful spirit to help me clean. She started in the...

- Marla J.

Lisa D.

I've known Lisa for many years and she has always had a love for children. When she was introduce to a couple who were from out of town and...

- Susie D.

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