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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Arlington, TN

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Arlington, TN

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Joanne B.


Arlington, TN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I am Joanne originally from the UK but now call the U. S. my home. I have worked with children my whole adult life. I have degrees in Early Childhood Education & Special Education. When stationed in Naples, Italy with my U. S. Navy husband I was placed in a full time Special Education Substitute position. I worked with...
5.0
"I had a last minute need for someone to care for my autistic nonverbal son, Joanne was quick to answer my request. Also she had years of experience with special needs children. I felt very comfortable with her caring for my son. She provided excellent care with...

James H.

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Emily H.


Arlington, TN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

EMPLOYED-NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS Hello there! My name is Emily and I am a mother to a special needs/medically complex child, and I come with over 10 years of childcare experience. My experience ranges from babysitting, foster care, and volunteer work at church and within the community. I have my Bachelors in...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Emily is wonderful! She is a great communicator, very professional, kind, caring, and trustworthy. She is everything I've looked for in a sitter, and more. My special needs daughter instantly bonded with her and I feel confident leaving my Hannah in Emily's care....

Care member

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Joanne B.


Arlington, TN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Postpartum Counselor & Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Joanne (Jo). I'm fully vaccinated, and when I'm not working as a birth coach, lactation & and postpartum counselor, or with respite care, I love to babysit. I have over 25+ years of experience helping new & seasoned parents from pregnancy, to birth & beyond. If needed as a babysitter, I'm proficient w/all ages, including...
Joanne can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Joann is amazing. We are so lucky to have found her! She is highly qualified. My two boys can't wait to see her! She is trustworthy, reliable, and a true caregiver."

Samantha S.

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Lisa H.


Arlington, TN

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started caring for people with special needs 14 years ago as a nurse, and I now have a special needs child. In my spare time, I like to run and spend time with my kids. One thing you should know about me is I will treat your family member like my own!
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Destiny P.


Arlington, TN

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Child Care

I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision. Meal cooking/prep. I have previous experiences working with special needs kids and I worked at a day care. I have a drivers license and a car.
Destiny can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Melanie P.


Arlington, TN

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hey I'm Melanie I love to teach, learn and enjoy indoor and outdoor activities. I'm a easy going person. All kids I have worked with like to think of me as a older aunt. I am very nurturing and attentive to you and your child needs, I have reliable transportation and I am a very responsible driver, I have a class b CAR with a...
Melanie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm E. I am seeking a caregiver position to care for childcare, pet care, and/or housekeeping. I have 7+ years of professional independent childcare experience with twins/multiples, special needs and developmental delays, newborns, infants, school age children and teens. I also have a background as a nationally certified...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
5.0
"Emma is fantastic! I would definitively hire her again! She’s kind, professional, and a great communicator. My daughter was well taken care of. "

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Hi!! I am a senior in high school and I have a few families that I babysit for. most of the children I have worked with are around a year but I am open to all ages. I have also had experience working with children with special needs. I went on a mission trip to a summer camp in Missouri that specialized in care for children with...
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

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Cynthia J.


Cordova, TN

$25/hr20 yrs exp

Full Time Care-giver Anytime From 5pm To 6am

Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood

As a caregiver with an impressive two decades of experience, I find great joy in supporting families and making a positive impact on children's lives. My calm and friendly demeanor, coupled with my extensive training in First Aid and CPR, ensures a safe and nurturing environment for your precious little ones. I am very...
Cynthia can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"She's nothing short of amazing. I took a night job a year ago and she was the backbone of my operation. She was extremely flexible with my schedule and helped me and the boys anyway she could. Stayed overnight with them and everything. I'm on day shift now, but the...

Anthony T.

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Betty H.


Memphis, TN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Smiley

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have over 28 years of experience in home health and mental health experience. I am CPR and First Aid certified. Duties include home making services, bathing, personal care, oral hygiene, light housekeeping, meal prep, and transportation as needed. I have several years experience in Alzheimer's/Dementia, special needs and...
Betty can also help with: Personal care
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

5.0
"This woman is amazing in every way. exactly what I was hoping to find, a true gem with a loving heart!"

Sarah Y.

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Lynn R.


Memphis, TN

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate Caregiver Brings Over 18 Years Of Experience!

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lynn and I am 44 years young. I am a graduate of Valley Forge Christian College in Phoenixville, PA. I received a Bachelor's degree in Religious Studies and Education (public and private) with a minor in Early Childhood Development and Special Needs Education. I have always been very passionate about working...
Lynn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

3.0
"We interviewed via Skype and had a time in mind, but we didn't actually get going until 14 minutes after our appointment time. Timing is critical with an infant, and I was hoping to have most of the interview over before he awoke from his nap. Unfortunately, I...

Michele C.

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a decade of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. My goal is to create a safe and faith-based environment where children can flourish. Patient, calm, creative, and friendly, I prioritize open communication...
Rochelle can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Mayavellie B.


Cordova, TN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, My Name Is Maya! I'm A Recent College Graduate. I Am Infant, Child And Adult CPR Certified.

Hello, my name is Maya. I moved from Louisiana to go to college in Indiana where I majored in Psychology and emphasized in Developmental Psychology. I have experience with special needs youth, am comfortable around pets, and am willing to help out around the house. My hours are very limited due to my full time position, but I'm...
Mayavellie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Jennifer K.


Memphis, TN

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Care Provider

Hello, my name is Jennifer. I have 37 years of experience working with children and adults with special needs. I have a 35-year-old son with Autism. I have worked in my former community over 20 years as a Special Education Assistant Teacher, School Van Driver and as an in-home caregiver to adults and children with different...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Tanisha B.


Cordova, TN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Caregiver For Anytime Of Your Day

I have experience as a childcare provider 15years. I am CPR certified and TECTA trained. I also have experience with animals and housekeeping. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Health and Science and also Certifications in early childhood development and special needs.
Tanisha can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Faye W.


Cordova, TN

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

Brenda Faye Trusted Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I really enjoy caring for others because I believe that is what I'm here to do. I am very dependable and reliable. I have 25+ years of experience with children, I will care for your newborn babies and toddlers and kids up to 5 years old and I charge hourly rate is $18 per child! I also care for children 6-12 for with ADHA,...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Faye W.


Cordova, TN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Personal driver/special Needs And Elderly Care Giver

I have over 10 years of experience caring for the special needs and disadvantaged individuals. I have the patience of knowing what to do in all situations for your care. I specialize in a behavior issues and medication management, for dementia, autism. I am also a personal driver. I provide transportation to doctors...
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Kierra W.


Cordova, TN

$22/hr13 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm currently a paraprofessional at a local school in Germantown, working with children with special needs and disabilities. I graduated from The University of Memphis with my Bachelors in Health Science. Working with children has always been my passion! I am reliable, loving, outgoing, and supportive. I would love to...
Kierra can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Jennifer J.


Cordova, TN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm 52 years young and live in Cordova with my 3 furbabies. No children of my own, but I have 35 paid years of childcare experience with ages newborn to 14, including special needs, homework help, craft activities, character building, and lots of love & laughter. I've been a babysitter, nanny, mother's helper, and daycare...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

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Caitlin W.


Eads, TN

$20-30/hr

Nanny/Babysitter

My name is Caitlin and I am a mom of one and an aunt to nine! I have volunteered with children, specifically special needs, in the past. As of now I stay home with my son, and love spending quality time with him and my family. I believe in the importance of being present, intentional, and mindful of the needs of each child.
Caitlin can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Arlington, TN

Joanne B.

5.0

I had a last minute need for someone to care for my autistic nonverbal son, Joanne was quick to answer my request. Also she had years of experience with special needs children. I felt very comfortable with her caring for my son. She provided excellent care with attention to details that is required...

- James H.

Emily H.

5.0

Emily is wonderful! She is a great communicator, very professional, kind, caring, and trustworthy. She is everything I've looked for in a sitter, and more. My special needs daughter instantly bonded with her and I feel confident leaving my Hannah in Emily's care.

- Care member

Joanne B.

5.0

Joanne is a remarkable nanny. She has a wealth of experience, is proactive with her care and very intuitive. She took excellent care of our son from the get-go! She was never late and went over and beyond!!!

- Care member

Emma H.

5.0

Emma is fantastic! I would definitively hire her again! She’s kind, professional, and a great communicator. My daughter was well taken care of.

- Care member

Cynthia J.

5.0

She's nothing short of amazing. I took a night job a year ago and she was the backbone of my operation. She was extremely flexible with my schedule and helped me and the boys anyway she could. Stayed overnight with them and everything. I'm on day shift now, but the boys are still asking about her....

- Anthony T.

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Ratings for Arlington, TN special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Arlington, TN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.