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353 special needs caregivers are listed in Austin, TX
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Austin, TX
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of experience with children of every age (I have 2 kids of my own). I can help with Light Housekeeping, meal prep, driving, and almost anything needed. I have a special needs son so I can work with any child. Children are a joy to be around. They're fun, and filled with curiosity. I'm sure that spending the...
Brenda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Amazingly gentle and sweet with our two toddler girls who love and adore Brenda. They immediately warmed up to her and my little bug two year old took to snuggles and nap time for her right away which blows me away! Brenda is trustworthy, capable, experienced,...
Care member
5.0
(3)
I am a mother myself, who also has 7 years experience of caring for other young children from newborn to teenage years including experience with children who have special needs & autism. I am in need of a full or part time position where I am able to bring my 11-month-old daughter as well! I can help with a variety of tasks you...
Deanna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I've used Deanna numerous times for my date nights sitter. She's the best and my kids always enjoyed the nights Deanna would sit. I listed my do's and don't once and never had a problem."
DeShaui B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am in my late 20s with a bachelor's degree from Texas State University. I live in Kyle but I am willing to commute into the Austin area or as south as San Marcos. When I was at Texas State, I nannied for a family with 3 children for 4 1/2 years ranging in age from 2 years old to 11 years old. During my senior year of college,...
Christin can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"This amazing woman was wonderful. She was reliable, compassionate, inventive, punctual, and flexible. I always came home to happy children. She would do crafts, make up games, as well as pick up and take care of anything our family needed. She would find time and...
Amanda H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with children and adults of all ages. While most that I have worked with have special needs some have not. I can work well either way and what I do is focus in on the kid(s) interests and expand them by doing games and activities and lessons related to those interests.
Scott can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Scott was a very efficient care giver.
Professional and enjoyable to work with"
Debbie G.
Benina G.
Austin, TX
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
A little bit about me, I am very creative and friendly! I love making art and making people smile. I take pride in paying attention to details. I truly enjoy organizing, cleaning, and taking good care of people. Looking to care for kiddos of all ages! In the past, I have worked with all ages ranging from newborn to 14. I have...
Benina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nina is a very fun creative and dependable sitter. We love her and would recommend her to anyone!"
Sara W.
Vanessa R.
Austin, TX
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Vanessa and I'm a junior at St. Edwards University. I am Majoring in Kinesiology with a minor in Spanish. A little bit more about me- I love traveling, cooking, reading and spending as much time as I can outdoors. I have been a babysitter for almost 7 years now, mostly for three families with children between the ages...
Vanessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
""You'll never find a babysitter as good as her" - My daughter"
Sara O.
Cristina F.
Austin, TX
$22-28/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate with a degree in social work with 6 years of experience in caretaking and home healthcare. I have been a personal caregiver to a special needs child and have experience working in private care for children and adults. My work experience with children and adolescents ranges from 6 months to 20 years of age,...
Cristina can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Great with our kids, highly recommend :)"
Care member
Nevaeh B.
Austin, TX
$22/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.3
(12)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Nevaeh, I'm originally from california but moved here with family a few years back. I graduated high school 2021 in Round rock. I spend most of my time with my family or finding new restaurants in austin to try. I've been babysitting since I was 14 (unpaid) for family, but paid since 2019 and have been taking it more...
Nevaeh can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was great with our 2 sons. Sweet and patient girl. We loved her. "
Care member
Erika S.
Austin, TX
$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a patient and diligent nanny with 10 years experience working with children in a variety of settings. I have trained and worked as an a ABA therapist for children with special needs and developmental delays. I am passionate about working with children, teaching social communication skills and creating a learning environment...
Erika can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Erika was friendly and very calm with my two three year olds. She made sure they had healthy snacks and kept them happy."
Amanda R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've babysat for over 12 years and have experience caring for kids with special needs or requirements. My expertise lies in the creative realm, as I received my BFA in Illustration from the Savannah College of Art and Design and hope to be a practicing Art Therapist one day. I've volunteered with the Juvenile Diabetes Research...
Madeleine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madeline was awesome! It was my first time separated from my baby for a few hours so understandably I was anxious but after meeting her and seeing her with my baby I was much calmer. I was happy to have her take care of my baby and would definitely hire again."
Alessa S.
Page B.
Austin, TX
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time/Full Time Energetic, Educated & Experienced Child Care Provider
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Designed & operated 24 hr Child Care Facility, full inclusive program, providing care for "regular" & exceptional needs children (Autistic & Learning delayed children) for 5 years in So. California. Provided preschool teachings along w/Montessori approach.
Community out reach/spokesperson on childcare in LA County w/Childcare...
Page can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Trustline Certified
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"When Page came into our lives, our baby girl was about 3.5 weeks old and we were in dire need of some nighttime support. Little did we know she would help in so many other ways. She was not only amazing with our daughter, she helped me, a brand new mom, cope with...
Scott M.
Kailey R.
Austin, TX
$28-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
Reliable And Caring Nanny That Loves Kiddos And Helping Families
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! I am a former nanny who now works full-time as a Case Manager for a foster care support nonprofit. I babysit part-time.
If you are looking for care, please send me a message. I have experience with kids of all ages, as well as kids with special needs and children with trauma.
I am infant and adult CPR...
Kailey can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kailey is super easy to communicate with, punctual, and reliable. She has a calm demeanor and you can tell she really loves kiddos and is great with them. Looking forward to having her babysit for us again!"
Gracie H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for kids since I was a preteen in both temporary and longer term times. I have worked as a self-employed swim instructor for two years, teaching kids as young as 6 months as well as kids with special needs. For seven years, I have worked as a tutor for kids in all subjects and kids of all ages and abilities. I am...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samantha was very easy to work with, wiling to accommodate my busy schedule and work with my needs. My son loves her and I was very comfortable having her take care of him. "
Kimberly B.
Scott B.
Austin, TX
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Special Needs Provider With More Than Ten Year's Experience, Also Experience With Senior Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I like helping people, especially people marginalized by society, including those with special needs be it autism or mental health issues or physical.
My specialty is helping people gain more independence. I do this by finding a person's interests and use that to help them gain new skills, be they social or otherwise. For...
Scott can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, personal care, respite care, transportation
Widdienne D.
Austin, TX
$27-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Widdienne I have been working as Home Health Aide & housekeeper for 6 years. I work with children, the elderly, and special needs. I find passion in helping others day by day. I have experience working with stroke, autism, bipolar, and dementia patients. I can do any part of running the household that you may...
Widdienne can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Widdienne is an excellent helper. I am disabled, so she was willing to do a variety of tasks to help me, including preparing a meal. I plan to use her services again. "
Care member
Sneha R.
Austin, TX
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking for a wonderful family to work with. I am 19 years old (currently in college) looking to share my knowledge, creativeness, and love with seniors. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I also have experience in caring for children with special needs and seniors with debilitating neurodegenerative diseases....
Sneha can also help with: Respite care, personal care, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Sneha is a delightful person to work with. We had great communication before the job. She planned to be early just in case there were any hiccups. She was very kind and compassionate. She drove me to and from oral surgery and made sure I was in good hands...
Melissa D.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My previous work: St. David's South as a Patient Care Technician; I worked very hard :) I also worked at Marbridge Community as a Resident Trainer. Recently, I just finished 3 years of taking care of a quadriplegic man in his home. And presently I work with a wonderfully sweet woman in her home. I genuinely...
Tiffany can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I hired Tiffany to assist with my husband, who had been hospitalized for 60 days, and in need of assistance in transfers- she went above and beyond in what what she was hired to do - willing to assist in whatever capacity needed. As my husband progressed in his...
Kathy E.
Angelique D.
Austin, TX
$25-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a lifetime of experiencing caring for children and adults. I currently provide babysitting as well as light care to several special needs seniors. Additionally, I'm a life coach, a birth doula & a massage therapist. Many of these skills translate well to working with seniors.
I really enjoy finding ways to make their...
Angelique can also help with: Meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, transportation, companionship, respite care & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Angelique is both compassionate and competent. I was so happy to have her with me on the day of my surgery. She ensured she understood all of the discharge instructions, was considerate of my condition and stayed by my side until we were confident I could manage...
Deborah J.
Hello! My name is Lorena I am a senior in college graduating in May with a Special Education Major. I currently internship at a children's Therapy center, and I home school kids with Special needs. I have lots of experience with Special needs students! I have attended summer camps, projects for Special need college students,...
Trisha F.
Austin, TX
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced With Special Needs Kids And Will Provide Great Care!
2.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Special needs teacher at Austin charter school. Worked/volunteered at a day program for special needs youth and adults. Also am an in-home caretaker for many families with a variety of special needs, behavioral to medical needs. Dealt with many different diagnoses, know how to give meds or preform Gtube feedings. I am also a...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Austin, TX
Brenda M.
5.0
We hired Brenda for a short-term childcare need. We found Brenda to be reliable, professional, and very respectful to our home and parenting preferences. Our daughters warmed up to her very quickly and established an engaging relationship. We look forward to hiring Brenda again.
- Jason N.
Deanna L.
5.0
She has experience babysitting children of all ages at a health club. She is an awesome mother, takes good care of her daughter.
- Mary N.
Christin C.
5.0
This amazing woman was wonderful. She was reliable, compassionate, inventive, punctual, and flexible. I always came home to happy children. She would do crafts, make up games, as well as pick up and take care of anything our family needed. She would find time and was always there for us. Even at the...
- Amanda H.
Scott B.
5.0
Scott was a very efficient care giver.
Professional and enjoyable to work with
- Debbie G.
Benina G.
5.0
I have known Nina for a very long time. I use her whenever I can. And she is so dependable and trust worthy that I even have her house sit for me while I'm out of town.
- Sherie A.
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Ratings for Austin, TX special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Austin, TX are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 191 reviews of the 353 listed special needs caregivers.