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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Canton, GA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Canton, GA
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in the special needs community for about 8 years. Most recently, I was a Neurodevelopmental Teacher at Jacobs Ladder School in Roswell, GA. There, I taught academics in a classroom and 1:1 setting, and followed a trained CPI protocol for behaviors.
Before that, I worked as a Registered Behavior Technician...
5.0
"Karson has worked with my son with severe CP for the last 4 years on a part time basis. We adore her and trust her."
Donna S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have an adult son with High Functioning Autism (Asperger's) and a younger son with ADHD. I am passionate about helping children with special needs feel loved and valued. I feel as though I am uniquely in tune with the respite needs of parents of these very special children. I am willing to make a personal connection and learn...
5.0
"Karen has a heart of gold, and treats my daughter with much patience and kindness, as well as dignity and respect. I can highly recommend her for any special needs job."
Ellie R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 30 years of experience attending occupational, physical, and speech therapies with my two developmentally delayed cousins. I worked on their therapy goals with them weekly outside of their appointments. As they have aged, I have continued to gain new experiences. I love to attend medical conferences with my Aunt to gain...
5.0
"Jennifer is an exceptional sitter. She is very friendly, attentive to my kids needs, follows directions well and my kids love her. Jennifer seemed comfortable with my kids from the start. She was happy to take them on outings and kept them entertained.
I highly...
Paula H.
Cynthia C.
Canton, GA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I am a mother of three and a college graduate. I have 10+ years experience working with children from infants to high school seniors as well as 25 years experience raising my own three children.
I began my childcare career in Nursury School, teaching and caring for toddlers and pre-K students. Since then, I have spent my time...
Cynthia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I was Cynthia's cooperating teacher. Cynthia has a way with children! They love her and she loves them. She is creative and fun. Cynthia is always aware of their needs and their safety! She is a valuable asset in any child care situation."
Joan S.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am Maya, I am a 23-year-old university senior who is studying early childhood education. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers as well as kids with special needs. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and...
Maya can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"She was fantastic with my three year old with a speech delay."
Kelley C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Karson. :)
I currently work as a skills coach for students with Autism, ADD, or other learning challenges. This generally involves academic tutoring with an emphasis on Executive Functioning Skills. I have 10 years of experience in the special needs community- with titles including Neurodevelopmental Teacher and...
Karson can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Karson is great with my son! She has been taking care of him for the last 3 years off and on. He loves her."
Amy M.
Grace M.
Canton, GA
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for 7+ years and I can truly say childcare is what I am most passionate about. As a caregiver, I am energetic, dependable, caring, and enthusiastic! I love bringing fun activities for the kids and I to do together, arts and crafts, spending time outside, and building a professional and personal...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Grace was great with my kids and they loved her! She always had fun and creative activities for my 7 year old to do. She helped with her school work during virtual learning and was very patient and sweet with her. She loved our baby and took great care of her, too....
Laurie L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Angie and I have many years of wonderful experience working with children of all ages! I have raised three children of my own, I have three amazing grandkids and have loved on, taught, cared for and helped raised many, many more! I am dependable, very loving and caring, easy to get along with, punctual, organized,...
Angie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Mrs.Vicente for approx. 17 years. Over this time I have seen her incredible skills working with other children as well as mine from the time she was born and over the past 11 years. She has a true gift with children of all ages and has a calm soothing...
Kelly V.
Molly S.
Canton, GA
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a very friendly college student and future teacher! I am a current junior studying middle grades education at Kennesaw State University. Caring for and expanding the minds of our future generation is a passion of mine! I had the wonderful opportunity of being an assistant teacher for 7th grade, 8th grade, and special...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
5.0
"Molly is an absolute gem. She took great care of my 7 year old and helped me with his homework. He was so attached to her that he wrote in a school assignment.that she was "more valuable than gold"."
Suma S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I hold a degree in Respiratory Care. The first six years of my career I worked in both adult and neonatal intensive care units. The last five years of my career I was a Respiratory Care Clinical Coordinator for an NICU in an Atlanta hospital. However, I did allow my license to lapse when I chose to stay home and homeschool my...
Lori can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Lori cared for my special needs daughter for almost a year. Her healthcare background brought a sense of reassurance & she was extremely loving and passionate about being a part of her development. She was involved in her therapy sessions, playing an active role...
Katie M.
Lori S.
Canton, GA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Medical Background-SPECIAL NEEDS CAREGIVING LIMITED TO NEWBORNS, INFANTS, TODDLERS
WORKING FULL TIME NOW, BUT THAT MAY CHANGE IN AUGUST. My special needs care giving is limited to newborns, infants and toddlers. I hold a degree in Respiratory Care. The first six years of my career I worked in both adult and neonatal intensive care units. The last five years of my career I was a Respiratory Care Clinical...
I am a psychologist specializing in clinical psychology, qualified in my country Colombia. I have extensive experience in the intervention and support of children with alterations in neurodevelopment and in the central auditory procedure.
I like caring for people with special needs because
I have extensive experience with this...
Aly S.
Canton, GA
$20-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have a Bachelors degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and currently pursuing a Masters degree in Special Education with a focus in severe to profound disabilities. I have worked with children during my programs of study as well as in a dance studio for five years as a dance instructor where I was a lead instructor in...
Hi! My name is Angie and I have been a caregiver for over 20 years. People are my passion! This is what I love to do! I have experience with caring for all ages with sicknesses and disabilities. I lived and worked as "mom" in a state licensed group home for 12 years. The majority of the children in our home were either ill...
I am a retired registered nurse with 40 years of experience. I have worked in ICU, PCU for most of my career . I have cared for the elderly with dementia, physical disabilities, toileting... so I am very familiar with everything.
I am a non smoker, still very active and love pets. I am BLS and ACLS certified. I have my own...
Senja S.
Canton, GA
$22-32/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi there my name is Senja. I have cared for children of all ages and also seniors. If you need someone to help with your love one please reach out. Take care.
I have been a care provider for many families in Charlotte for over 14 years, children, special needs and elders. I'm here to make your lives better.
Hope J.
Canton, GA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I understand what it's like to be a caregiver. Life can be extremely hard at times. All the stress and demands on top of your daily living. I would like to come along side you, help and support you. I've been a caretaker for many years in my personal life. My daughter was injured in a MVA in 2004 living her with a spinal cord...
Aleathea O.
Canton, GA
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver! Have 2 Kids With Type 1 Diabetes.. Energetic, Loving, Fun!
Experienced caregiver! I have two kids with type one diabetes. I am fine, loving and energetic. Looking for my next experience in life!
Hi Parents! My name is Mary and I'm a junior at KSU studying Industrial Engineering. I'm seeking families to help on weekday early mornings, afternoons and evenings, as well as occasional babysitting opportunities. I've worked with children for about seven years, including at 2 gym childcare centers, babysitting several...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Canton, GA
Karson T.
5.0
She is personable and very professional. Karson makes sure she is doing things the way you want and need them done. She is like one of our family yet and very responsive. Our son immediately bonded with her and she improves the lives around her by her warm personality. If you are looking for a...
- Dyan C.
Karen C.
5.0
Karen has a heart of gold, and treats my daughter with much patience and kindness, as well as dignity and respect. I can highly recommend her for any special needs job.
- Ellie R.
Jennifer T.
5.0
I felt very confident in Jennifer watching my 2 young boys because of her background working with individuals that require specialized care. My boys loved having her sit for them because she played games and got down on their level to play.
- Amanda C.
Cynthia C.
5.0
I have known Cynthia for almost 24 years. We have raised our daughters together. My daughter has been in her care numerous times over the years and they have a lovely relationship. She is a dependable, responsible, kind and caring. She is wonderful with children and would be an asset to any family...
- Diana R.
Maya N.
5.0
She was fantastic with my three year old with a speech delay.
- Kelley C.
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Ratings for Canton, GA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Canton, GA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.