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

39 special needs caregivers are listed in Athens, AL

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Athens, AL

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Marcy H.


Madison, AL

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

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I have worked with medically fragile & special needs kids both in the school & home settings for a number of years.
Marcy can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Shelby L.


Huntsville, AL

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Hello! My Name Is Shelby, And I'm The Best You'll Ever Find At Rock, Paper, Scissors.

Hello! My name is Shelby, and I am guaranteed to put a smile on not only yours, but your cared for ones faces. I have many years of experience in special needs childcare, errands, and patience. I am a creative, explorative, and motivated person, so you'll always hear about all the learning and opportunities I've had. I have...
Shelby can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Erin M.


Madison, AL

$18-22/hr3 yrs exp

Young Fun And Likes To Spend Time In The Sun

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there! My name is Erin and I am credentialed as a Special Education teacher. I recently left the classroom after 3 years and I'm ready to start working with kids and/or adults who may have various specific needs. I'm truly a helper. I love to make people smile and I truly see people for their abilities.
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Michelle Guadalupe G.


Madison, AL

$18/hr

Play, Learn, Grow With Michelle!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Michelle and I am a trustworthy and experienced babysitter with years of experience caring for children of all ages and abilities. I have had the pleasure of working with families with children ranging from infancy to teen age, including those with special needs and disabilities. I have experience with: -...
Michelle Guadalupe can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
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Shelby L.


Huntsville, AL

$13-24/hr8 yrs exp

A Gentle, Kind Fit For You!

Hello! I'm a glass half full, positive, and patient person. I've been a caretaker my whole life, often involving young kids and teens. I grew up with medically fragile siblings, and have ranged experience. I often lived with my grandmother and helped her with her routines and errands. I am an organizer, understanding, and time...
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Teressa B.


Madison, AL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs People Are Just Like Everyone Else!

Some of my most memorable, meaningful, and rewarding jobs have been taking care of special needs patients.... be they children, teens, young adults, or seniors. I have always seemed to have a special bond with these patients! I was a psychology major in college and that is what I hold my degree in. So I know how to understand...
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Krystal N.


Harvest, AL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Best Caregiver

I honestly believe it's my life's purpose to provide the best care possible to others! I strive to live my life by the golden rule: Do unto others as you would them do unto you! I just try to put myself in my clients' shoes & treat them the best to my ability! I strive daily to put a smile on my clients' face, as I am a huge...
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Phyllis P.


Madison, AL

$33/hr10 yrs exp

PCA With All Training Certificates For ADL, Have Tooking Care Of All Trys Of Disability , Trats

Hello, My Name is Phyllis Ball. I was born in Ohio but raise in Alabama. I have 2- children, both are grown & live on there own. I am a no-smoker, I have Patient , I also know how to check one sugar and to give insulin. I also know how to wrap wombs, assist with feeding assist with mobility assist with medication's assist with...
With a decade of childcare experience under my belt, I've been on quite the adventure. Six of those years were spent at a daycare, and I've even had the privilege of working with special needs children, which taught me a lot about being adaptable and patient. I'm a nature enthusiast and an animal lover, and I find joy in the...
Emerson can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Camdyn J.


Madison, AL

$16/hr3 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I've been working with kids since I was a young teenager. Not only did I work at an elementary school for two years (summer and school year) but I also have experience with special needs children. My brother has low-functioning autism and I volunteered with a disabilities program since I was a freshman in high school. I...
Camdyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Thaynara A.


Huntsville, AL

$13-35/hr10 yrs exp

My Experience

I have 2 siblings who are currently 14 years old and the other is 12 years old. The 14-year-old has autism and moderate mental retardation, the 12-year-old has ADHD and opposing disorder. I am the older sister and I take care of these before I was born. Since I was always careful, I have taken care of the doctors, consultations...
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Alexandra M.


Madison, AL

$12-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! I am a caring and patient caregiver. I have a degree in special education and have experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disabilities, and Learning Disabilities. I have been working with individuals with special needs for over 4 years. I love empowering the individuals I work with to...
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Maria P.


Madison, AL

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Maria, proud and happy mother of two girls. I moved to the US 10 years ago along with my husband due to his retirement from military service. I have since attained my certification in early child care and pediatric CPR. I'm also certified to care for special needs children and have experience in doing so. I...
Skills:

CPR

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Micah M.


Madison, AL

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

Supervised visitations for children and their parents through Evolve Healthcare services, as a service provider for DHR. Assisted new, young mothers in the fundamentals of parenting; such as bottle feeding, diaper changing, and identifying potential signs of medical and emotional distress. Mainly worked with newborns from 3 days...
Micah can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Dana M.


Decatur, AL

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

The most rewarding position I have ever done is working with Special Needs Individuals. I have spent the last 4 yrs working with disabled people whether Mentally challenged, Cerebral Palsy, Downs and any other intellectual disability I am MAC Certified and allowed to give medication when scheduled, bathe them, lite housekeeping...

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Ellie! I am a sophomore in college here in Huntsville, majoring in nursing. I play a sport and have class full time but I would really love to pick up date nights, weekends, or even occasional jobs that work with my schedule. I have 2 years of experience working at a daycare with various ages, along with 9 plus years of...
Ellie can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

I will be teaching abroad soon and I'm looking for temporary jobs over the summer. I am a teacher and a camp counselor, so I have extensive experience with children. I have been subbing for the past year, mostly for SPED classrooms, and I am confident in my ability to work with special needs children. I believe I am patient,...
Jenny can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Tiffany L.


Madison, AL

$27-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I'm a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with extensive experience in supporting seniors and individuals with disabilities. My goal is to ensure comfort, safety, and joy in daily living through personalized care. Whether it's assistance with personal care, household tasks, or engaging activities, I bring patience and...

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