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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Alabaster, AL

The average posted rate is $12/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years

Special needs caregivers in Alabaster, AL

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Jane G.


Helena, AL

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

5.0

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It is an opportunity to ease the life of those in need, to offer much needed comfort. To also offer support to the entire family. As a compassionate person it is highly rewarding to see the improvement and positive progress of a special needs person. The challenges are worthy the satisfaction of seeing the positive outcome of my...
5.0
"I met Jane when I became one of the nurse's at a facility where she works. Jane is always on time and very dependable. She is one that completes her task and then will help others. She is a compassionate caretaker. Jane is also eager to learn and expand her...

Andrea S.

Mary N.


Birmingham, AL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

I have worked extensively with the elderly. I have also worked for an elderly lady with some mobility problems and a Diabetic. I have worked in a Dementia ward of a mental health hospital. I have training in manual handling, dementia awareness, medication management, health and safety, food hygiene, infection control, first aid,...

Ayoade A.


Birmingham, AL

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Passionate Special Needs Caregiver

Hi my name is Ayo and I m a mother of 4 (2 girls 2 boys all grown up), I have a total of 5 years experience as a childcare provider outside of raising my children and also 3 years housekeeping experience. I have provided special needs care provision for 3 children in total and spent 6months-18months with the family. I am happy...

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have had over 17 yrs of experience with children of all ages. I currently provide teletherapy to school aged children/adolescents, but nanny for families during summer months. Last summer, I divided my time nannying for 2 different families: 2 boys (7yo & 12yo); and 1 girl (1yo). I continue to work with the family with the 1...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
5.0
"We loved Megan! She was flexible with our crazy wedding weekend schedule, was calm and comforting with my slightly anxious toddler, and was patient and engaged with my 8yo. She is clearly very experienced and immediately gave us peace of mind while we were away...

Cheryl P.

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Amanda B.


Birmingham, AL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny And Full-time Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children for 10 years in a variety of settings. I have been employed by childcare centers, families, and have worked in a research office specializing in child safety. I have worked with children ranging from 8 weeks to 12 years old, and have experience working with special needs children. I have a Bachelor of...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We used Amanda for the 2016/2017 school year to pick our 4 year old up from school and watch him until we returned home from work. We never had to worry when he was in her care. She was very flexible with hours and worked wonderfully with our guy who has multiple...

Victoria D.

I have three years of experience with children on the Autism Spectrum. I enjoy finding new ways to help them happily navigate through life. I am also a student at The University of Montevallo studying Family and Consumer Sciences with a concentration in Human Development and Family Studies. I have been fortunate enough to work...
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Morgan L.


Bessemer, AL

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with many families to provide quality childcare services for 8 years. After obtaining my undergraduate degree in psychology, I moved to the Birmingham area with my husband. For the past year, I have worked as a registered behavioral technician providing therapy to young children with autism. Therefore, I feel...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Morgan helped watch my kids and was amazing with them! They loved Morgan and would have the best time with her. She was great"

Matthew T.

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Lashonda J.


Birmingham, AL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Medical Assistant

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have always liked working with individuals with special needs. I've supervised several group homes with Dungarvin and Arc of Jefferson County. I have also worked for 5 years with United Cerebral Palsy . My skills list include medication administration, CPR, First Aid, medical terminology and also training in teaching daily...
5.0
"LaShonda has been providing care for my adult son with physical disabilities. She is very attentive to details. She attends to his daily needs of bathing, dressing, transfers, as well as cooking and feeding. We are thankful we found her and for the care she...

Lauren W.

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Robin W.


Birmingham, AL

$19/hr17 yrs exp

Nanny/caregiver

Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood

As a caring and experienced childcare provider with 17 years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient, creative, and nurturing personality allows me to connect with children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I believe in open communication with parents and follow their...
Robin can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Robin is most definitely GOD sent! My boys LOVE her and enjoyed the time they spent with ROBIN! It is very hard to find a trustworthy person that would care for your kids. However, Robin is the GOAT! Thank you Robin for all that you do for my boys!! "

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Candice B.


Birmingham, AL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced With A B.S. In Psychology, Looking To Help With Evening And Weekend Care.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am fully COVID-19 vaccinated & plan to get all recommended boosters. I have been a full-time nanny in the past for a family with 4 children, ages 2-12, in which I cooked, cleaned, tutored and cared for their family dog. I also worked in a mental health facility for a year in which I cared for troubled youth of ages 8-14 with...
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Ashlynn M.


Shelby, AL

$12-24/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver

I was a caregiver at an assisted-living for dementia. I was there for two years right now. I am actively working on getting my PCT certification. I love working with elderly special needs. I am BSL certified first aid certified.
Ashlynn can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, dementia, light cleaning, errands
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Amiyah D.


Birmingham, AL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

My name is Amiyah and I am 19 years old. Taking care of people has always been a part of my life and it's something I love doing. With the experience of caring for my sister with special needs, I can assure you that I am the best candidate for any position.
Amiyah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
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Tanisha F.


Bessemer, AL

$12-23/hr5 yrs exp

Here To Help

Let me make life just a little easier. I've worked in special needs group homes. Children are our future and should be treated as such.
Tanisha can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Areiel J.


Bessemer, AL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

I am currently a Patient Care Technician in the Healthcare field. I'm responsible for the care of adults and seniors who may have special needs, some total care, seniors with Dementia or Alzheimer who may need constant care to prevent harm to self and others. The patients I deal with are often confused and combative, but not...
Areiel can also help with: Personal care, dementia
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Kylie M.


Birmingham, AL

$20-50/hr16 yrs exp

Hello!

I have over a decade of experience with both nannying and babysitting. Since being a teenager I have naturally thrived in childcare. I think this is fueled by my fun and creative personality, matched with my nurturing instincts. Family pets are a bonus in my opinion. I have experience with special needs care as well. In my...
I have worked with special needs people for many years. I have two special needs sisters. I also nanny for a family with two special needs children. I attend and sometimes volunteer with the special Olympics as much as I can and I also have volunteered at a special needs school during the summer.
I am a loving and compassionate caregiver with 3 years experience. I am a godly woman who has a heart for the elderly. I have been a caregiver for four precious ladies during this time. I also have experience with individuals with special needs and dementia. Some skills of mine: -CPR training certified this year. -House...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

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Tanisha F.


Bessemer, AL

$15-30/hr1 yrs exp

Wanting To Care For Your Loved One!

Hey guys! I'm Tanisha and I actually used to work for an agency that staffed a placed for special needs children and adults. I love children so much I had a few! (haha) I am the oldest of 12 children. In my family I had 3 siblings with very specific needs! I love them with my life!! Being able to help and care for them has...
I'm responsible, dependable, patient, understanding, fun-loving, trustworthy, caring and reliable. When you leave your loved ones with me, I assure you-you will not have to worry, I can fit into any environment. My number one goal is to provide safety and a fun experience for your child. Growing up with a special needs sibling...
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Ilyasa C.


Fairfield, AL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I Care, You Care, About One Another

I have always been passionate about serving others with special needs. I love the uniqueness each person exhibits and how they welcome the warmness I bring. Besides parenting my own (now grown) child with special needs, I have been teaching special education, exclusively, for 4 years now.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Alabaster, AL

Jane G.

5.0

I met Jane when I became one of the nurse's at a facility where she works. Jane is always on time and very dependable. She is one that completes her task and then will help others. She is a compassionate caretaker. Jane is also eager to learn and expand her knowledge base. Anyone would be...

- Andrea S.

Megan C.

5.0

We loved Megan! She was flexible with our crazy wedding weekend schedule, was calm and comforting with my slightly anxious toddler, and was patient and engaged with my 8yo. She is clearly very experienced and immediately gave us peace of mind while we were away from our home and usual routines....

- Cheryl P.

Amanda B.

5.0

We used Amanda for the 2016/2017 school year to pick our 4 year old up from school and watch him until we returned home from work. We never had to worry when he was in her care. She was very flexible with hours and worked wonderfully with our guy who has multiple developmental delays and shows...

- Victoria D.

Morgan L.

5.0

Morgan helped watch my kids and was amazing with them! They loved Morgan and would have the best time with her. She was great

- Matthew T.

Lashonda J.

5.0

LaShonda has been providing care for my adult son with physical disabilities. She is very attentive to details. She attends to his daily needs of bathing, dressing, transfers, as well as cooking and feeding. We are thankful we found her and for the care she provides. My son appreciates her care and...

- Lauren W.

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