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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Bessemer, AL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Bessemer, AL

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Candice B.


Birmingham, AL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced With A B.S. In Psychology, Looking To Help With Evening And Weekend Care.

5.0

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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/hr10 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/hr10 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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is caring and honest to the bone She has the heart of a true caretaker"

Glenda K.

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Grace H.


Pelham, AL

$13-30/hr4 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, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I worked with her as her employee in a way. She was an assistant manager above me. She was very kind, worked overtime every week, and came in on her off days. She is great with children and is a model worker."

Laura W.

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Esther M.


Alabaster, AL

$15-20/hr3 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/hr10 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: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, home modification & more
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Tanya B.


Alabaster, AL

$5-15/hr10 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/hr3 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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Felicia F.


Montevallo, AL

$15-16/hr10 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: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Katie M.


Pelham, AL

$10-30/hr4 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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Alycia T.


Birmingham, AL

$12-17/hr5 yrs exp

I currently have over 5 years of experience working with special needs. My most recent experience is with children on the autism spectrum.
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Kennethea L.


Birmingham, AL

$15-25/hr10 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/hr10 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Tomekia M.


Birmingham, AL

$10-15/hr5 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/hr3 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: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
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Joyce C.


Birmingham, AL

$18/hr10 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: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Hannah C.


Pelham, AL

$15-24/hr2 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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Kylie M.


Birmingham, AL

$20-50/hr16 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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Victoria H.


Birmingham, AL

$13-18/hr3 yrs exp

Trustworthy And Patient Caregiver

I have been taking care of special needs clients for about three years now professionally. The general background of what made me started taking care of special needs client is for the simple fact I have special needs family members. One of the special needs family member that I was taking care of was my nephew, who is a...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bessemer, AL

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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