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Find special needs caregivers in Athens, AL that you’ll love

42 special needs caregivers are listed in Athens, AL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Athens, AL

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Rohbecca M.


Athens, AL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA/HHA. Certified Activity Director

5.0

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I have 25+ years experience working with many different mental disabilities. Even though I have a lot of experience, every person with these type of challenges are different. So, when I start working with these special individuals, I take the time to learn them, their families and their routines. I can truly tell you, that I...
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Tonya H.


Athens, AL

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate caregiver with over 10 years of experience providing exceptional care to the elderly and disabled. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, including medication administration, meal preparation and personal care. Passionate about improving patient well-being and independence. Care, skilled at managing...
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Madalyn W.


Athens, AL

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

Hey parents, Get to know me a little bit. I am 21 years old, and a full-time college student. I love children, and with that being said I am studying to be an elementary teacher. A really cool fact about me is that I give private softball lessons. Right now I am just looking to fill my schedule. I can do tons of date nights, or...
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Paityn E.


Athens, AL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Memory Maker And Parent Saver ;)

Hello, I'm paityn and i'm a first time momma to a 3-month-old little boy! I have been in childcare since the age of 13. Starting with babysitting all the way up to being the lead teacher in a daycare position. I am CPR certified for children and infants and have 11 course training required by dhr. I have done lesson planning so...
Paityn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kimberly C.


Elkmont, AL

$15/hr20 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Cookie Creater

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Carpooling. I currently work as a bus aide on special needs bus and a substitute teacher during the day. I have worked in nursery and toddler classrooms at a daycare. I love working with children. I am married with 2 children and 2 puppies.
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kim is very calm and experienced. She did help bring the kids to bed and got their needs addressed. She is very reliable and trustworthy. I am glad we found Kim."

Regina F.

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Julia F.


Madison, AL

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

SPECIAL NEEDS CAREGIVER

Hi, I'm Judy a committed, responsible, creative, patient, kind and loving Care Provider who takes great pride in providing professional Special Needs Care to Children and Adults of all ages. I've acquired two years of Homeschooling Coach assistance for K12 programs. I hold a BA in Health Services and currently pursing my MBA in...
5.0
"She was always willing to do the extra. My daughter has special needs and Judy was always calm and in control and builded a one on one relationship with her. She made my daughter smile. That gave my whole family time to smile as well."

Leslie B.

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Dani C.


Huntsville, AL

$11-16/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Special Education Teacher

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

As a retired special needs teacher for 30 years, I've done a variety of housekeeping and pet care jobs both in Memphis and in Michigan. I am a mother of 3 adult children and grandmother of three; ages 14, 6 and 2. I've taught school K-12 in several Michigan school systems as well as residential programs for adjudicated youth....
Dani can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Dani was on time and instantly connected with my kids. She is a burst of energy and knows how to handle toddlers and listened to all the endless stories my nine year old had as well. Will 100% recommend her and use her again!"

Bella Christina O.

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Anna M.


Madison, AL

$25-35/hr8 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a registered nurse in Brazil with a long experience and specializes with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, diabetics, dementia autism and others mental illness, I am currently a nurse assistant (CNA) and licensed Homecare aide (HCA), I have been working with the elderly and developing a good working dynamic with people with...
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Teressa B.


Madison, AL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Love Caring For Children And The Elderly

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 30 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Have raised 4 children of my own, had 8 foster children, and have helped to raise grandchildren and countless nieces and nephews. I have been trained in child psychology and have also worked with autistic and other special needs...
Teressa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Teressa is amazing! My children adore her, I will continue to request her anytime I need my kids cared for. The kiddos have asked multiple times when I am going to call her back over. Additionally, she was fantastic with my dogs. I highly recommended her if you are...

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Cristen J.


Toney, AL

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Cristen! I've done it all from being a mom, myself, to infants, special needs, teaching, pediatric dentistry, private care, children of all ages. Since I've moved to Huntsville I've been blessed to have the very best of families. I have focused primarily on infant and toddler care. I am currently working and will...
Cristen can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Cristen was our nanny from the time my son was 3 months until 16-17 months. She was truly an angel sent to us at the perfect time. Cristen stepped in and I immediately felt at ease. She was dependable, punctual, caring, and most of all loving. She was there for my...

Jane-anne G.

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Julia F.


Madison, AL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a former Educator with a medical background, I also have extensive experience as a Professional Nanny with special interest in Child Care including special needs care. For the past 12 years I have worked as a Nanny and Personal Care Provider. I am a very responsible, loving, caring dependable individual who take her work...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Judy is pleasant, professional, and full of love. My family appreciates her greatly."

Terelya C.

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Jianna B.


Madison, AL

$13-20/hr2 yrs exp

About Me

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Jianna and I am currently a senior at The University of Central Florida studying Health Sciences. My ultimate goal in life is to become a Dentist. A little childcare background about myself, I began working with children my 11th grade year in high school when I started babysitting for a family friend. From...
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Samantha J.


Madison, AL

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

RN Offering Part-time Child Care!

Hi! My name is Samantha. I am a registered nurse offering part-time child-care! I am available WED-SAT. I am experienced with working with children of all ages as well as children with special needs. I am also very experienced with pet care. Will cook, clean, do laundry if needed. I am CPR certified, creative, caring, and...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Chassity D.


Madison, AL

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

Single Mom/Caregiver/Special Needs Specialist

Hi, my name is Chassity. I am a single mother of 2 (girl, boy). My daughter is in college; my son is in high school. I am currently working as a teachers aide/substitute for Madison City Schools. I previously worked in the medical field for 10 years. I have worked with special needs children and adults over the last 6 years. I...
Chassity can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Carden M.


Madison, AL

$15-45/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Full-Time Caregiver Available

Hello! I have 1 year of experience as a Paraprofessional in a local elementary school, and 8 years of experience in various daycare, and outside babysitting. I have also been a Respite Care Worker for the Alabama Department of Mental Health for the past 4 years where I cared for a 13-year-old with autism. I have had a lot of...
Carden can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CNA

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Jayla G.


Madison, AL

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

I have spent the past year working as a registered behavior technician with children ages 2-18years old that have a range of developmental delays/disorders including autism, ADD/ADHD, and down syndrome. This has provided me with the ability to manage meltdowns and remain aware of possible triggering stimuli.
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Marcy H.


Madison, AL

$20-21/hr10 yrs exp

This Is My Story.

I would describe my personality as hardworking, caring, compassionate & intuitive. I like caring for seniors because they are inspiring. Each person has a unique & important story. I am looking for a job that allows me to help seniors live their most productive & fulfilled life. In my spare time I like to garden, hike & spend...
Marcy can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, respite care, errands, mobility assistance & more
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Kendal S.


Madison, AL

$20-26/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Available

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am back in the Huntsville/Madison area permanently! Currently accepting new families for the morning (until 2 at latest) M-Th or any time Fri/Sat/Sun. I have been a caregiver for over 8 years now. I have experience caring for a wide variety of children ranging from special needs to foster children to newborns. I also worked...
Kendal can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Gene Hans V.


Madison, AL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I am a certified special education teacher. I have a work with students with different disabilities. I am very patient, motivated and would go an extra mile. If you have any questions just send me a message.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Athens, AL

Kimberly C.

5.0

Kim is very calm and experienced. She did help bring the kids to bed and got their needs addressed. She is very reliable and trustworthy. I am glad we found Kim.

- Regina F.

Julia F.

5.0

She was always willing to do the extra. My daughter has special needs and Judy was always calm and in control and builded a one on one relationship with her. She made my daughter smile. That gave my whole family time to smile as well.

- Leslie B.

Dani C.

5.0

Dani was on time and instantly connected with my kids. She is a burst of energy and knows how to handle toddlers and listened to all the endless stories my nine year old had as well. Will 100% recommend her and use her again!

- Bella Christina O.

Teressa B.

5.0

Teressa is amazing! My children adore her, I will continue to request her anytime I need my kids cared for. The kiddos have asked multiple times when I am going to call her back over. Additionally, she was fantastic with my dogs. I highly recommended her if you are looking for a reliable, caring...

- Care member

Cristen J.

5.0

Cristen was our nanny from the time my son was 3 months until 16-17 months. She was truly an angel sent to us at the perfect time. Cristen stepped in and I immediately felt at ease. She was dependable, punctual, caring, and most of all loving. She was there for my little boy when I couldn’t be and...

- Jane-anne G.

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