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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Bessemer, AL

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Bessemer, AL

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Mary N.


Birmingham, AL

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

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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,...

Kenyata S.


Birmingham, AL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Kenyata, currently I'm a Certified Nurse Assistant/ Certified Patient Care Technician with more than 10 years of experience in the health care field. My skills included light housekeeping, meal preparation, personal hygiene, companionship, transferring clients, and errands. Please review my profile for more...
5.0
"Kenyata is awesome with my son. She's probably one of the best sitters I've ever had. She's sweet, dependable and an all around great person. What I love the most about Kenyata is that she gets right down on the floor with my son. I'm very pleased!"

Aisha W.

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Candice B.


Birmingham, AL

$10-20/hr • 10 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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Anna P.


Pelham, AL

$10-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Anna, I am 26 years old. I'm currently taking a break from the University of Alabama for a degree in social work. I have experience with special needs through my little brother who has prader wili, mentoring through college, and babysitting. I have also volunteered at two local elementary schools in 2nd grade classes and...
5.0
"Anna covered after school for us. She was always on time, responsible and fun. I'd definitely hire her again!"

Virginia L.

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Elizabeth R C.


Birmingham, AL

$13-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Am A Retired Special Education Aide. I Am Currently Taking Care Of Two Of My Grandsons. Their Ages

I have 25 plus years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision. I work with both special needs adults and children. I am currently taking care of two of my grandsons. Would really love a live- in type situation to help the family with their kids. I have references and tons of experience. Thank...
Elizabeth R can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Beth is completely comfortable with children of all ages and abilities. She was born to be a loving, caring nurturer. She has many, many years of experience working with children and has the biggest heart of anyone I've ever known! Beth is smart, capable, and...

Betsy M.

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Grace H.


Pelham, AL

$13-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Previous Daycare Worker

I have worked with my stepmom for years. I have experience with special needs kids, young kids and babies, and even experience with babies exposed to drugs while in the womb.
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

4.0
"She worked with my autistic 3 year old as well as my newborn. She is able to juggle tasks effectively and is great with kids. She seems to truly love kids. She is an amazing nanny/daycare worker!"

Leonard W.

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Esther M.


Alabaster, AL

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

part-time care giver available

Am kind, loving and compasionate. I'm also dependable and consistent in what I do. Providing excellent care is what I strive to.
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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Sonya H.


Alabaster, AL

$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

RN With 22 Years Experience Looking For Flexibility In Scheduling For The Right Family/client.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

RN-geriatric nursing experience in hematology oncology and hemodialysis, orthopedics and med-surg, ICU stepdown unit. Dementia Care, special needs, memory care, social skills, and activities. Companionship and social interaction and support. Looking for one on one care for the right family/client.
Sonya can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, home modification, companionship, live-in home care, errands & more
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Tanya B.


Alabaster, AL

$5-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

I have a child with ADHD. And, I have also worked with special need children. I work at Cheaha Mental Health with different ones, so I know how to deal with special needs children. I also have elderly people with different problems, and I work with different people with autism and others.
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Jonysia K.


Birmingham, AL

$25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part-time/Full - Time Nanny!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Jonysia, I am a college student and I am 20 years old! I've been babysitting children since the 7th grade. I have experience working long-term with infants, toddlers, young children and even teenagers. I also have experience in working with children that have special needs such as autism and cerebral palsy. My mother...
Jonysia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Katie M.


Pelham, AL

$10-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Katie and I am a graduate from Auburn University in 2022. I started my nursing career in 2022 by working at UAB Hospital in the Emergency Department. I worked in the Emergency Department for over a year, and I now work at UAB St. Vincent's East in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit. I have my Pediatric Advanced...
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Felicia F.


Montevallo, AL

$15-16/hr • 10 yrs exp

Love Kids!!

Hi!!! I have 3 kids of my own that l have raised. I also have worked in the school system for 13 years with typical and special needs students. I love kids and will be more than grateful to help you take care of yours.
Felicia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kennethea L.


Birmingham, AL

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring And Trustworthy Child Care Provider

I have 15+ years of experience. My child care experience expands across all age groups including special needs. I have a heart and passion for kids. I love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. Vigilant about health and safety and strives to create a fun, safe, and stimulating...
Kennethea can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Cindy K.


Chelsea, AL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced & Loving Nanny For Part-time Care

Seeking a part-time position! My schedule is very flexible! Former award-winning teacher with more than 10 years of professional nanny experience. I worked fulI-time last year for a sweet family with infant twins! I will provide a loving and nurturing environment for your child/children. I have taken care of children of all...
Cindy can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Tomekia M.


Birmingham, AL

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part Time Caregivers

I have 5 years of experience with medically fragile children. I worked for a day program for children ages birth to 8 years old these children had a wide range of special care needs. Also, I worked for Children hospital which allowed me to take care of many care levels.
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Lillian B.


Birmingham, AL

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

About Me!

I'd describe my personality as friendly, compassionate, and driven. I like working with kids because I grew up with younger siblings and I have always enjoyed being around the fun spirit that kids have. I'm looking for a job that is consistent, knowing what my weeks will look like ahead of time. I want a job where I can build...
Lillian can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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Joyce C.


Birmingham, AL

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Honest, Dependable, Oozing With Kindness

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Home health Care. Specializing in Special needs Childcare and Seniors with Dementia redirecting, and patience is a key factor in caring for our Children and our Seniors.
Joyce can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Hannah C.


Pelham, AL

$15-24/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hey My Name Is Hannah I Am A Student At Auburn!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children throughout my high school experience and college. That ranges from babysitting jobs to after school care through my high school. I have experience with special needs kids and worked in the warrior center and did a summer volunteer job at a center for special needs. I continued working with children...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

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Kylie M.


Birmingham, AL

$20-50/hr • 16 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...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bessemer, AL

Kenyata S.

5.0

Kenyata is awesome with my son. She's probably one of the best sitters I've ever had. She's sweet, dependable and an all around great person. What I love the most about Kenyata is that she gets right down on the floor with my son. I'm very pleased!

- Aisha W.

Anna P.

5.0

Anna covered after school for us. She was always on time, responsible and fun. I'd definitely hire her again!

- Virginia L.

Elizabeth R C.

5.0

Beth is completely comfortable with children of all ages and abilities. She was born to be a loving, caring nurturer. She has many, many years of experience working with children and has the biggest heart of anyone I've ever known! Beth is smart, capable, and would adapt to any situation. Some...

- Betsy M.

Grace H.

4.0

She worked with my autistic 3 year old as well as my newborn. She is able to juggle tasks effectively and is great with kids. She seems to truly love kids. She is an amazing nanny/daycare worker!

- Leonard W.

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