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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Chattanooga, TN

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Chattanooga, TN

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Jennifer L.


Chattanooga, TN

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Paraprofessional Looking For Full Time Job

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For the last three years I have worked as a special needs paraprofessional. I have worked with multiple disabilities and learned multiple skill sets. Use token economy system and work well with behaviors. Assist is sensory time and social and fine motor skills! I am trained in cpi
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Ali H.


Chattanooga, TN

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Or Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a recent Occupational Therapy graduate from Midwestern University, and I just finished doing my rotation in schools and an outpatient pediatrics clinic in Nashville. I love working with kids and doing activities to keep them engaged. I have been babysitting and working with children for over 9 years, with experience from 2...
Ali can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Ali will always be apart of our family. She was very flexible when her school schedule allowed it. She helped entertain, meal prep, bath time, & bed time. Ali cared for our family for 3 years and now with graduating college she has to follow her dreams and we...

Kim M.

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Madison G.


Chattanooga, TN

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have recently moved to the Birmingham area . I am a cheerful and positive person. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs. I am someone who loves the outdoors. Playing outside, playing games, and encouraging children to use their imagination is something that I am...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Madison was a great nanny for our family with three boys ages 3, 6, and 8! She communicated well about plans and scheduling, was punctual and reliable. The boys enjoyed crafts, outings and games with her. She kept the house tidy and it would often look better than...

Mary Margaret R.

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Lillian D.


Chattanooga, TN

$12-17/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey! My name is Lila. I attend UTC and am looking for sitting jobs in the area in Chattanooga as well as Knoxville where I am from (I will be home all summer). I have 7 years of experience and love kids! I have experience with special needs kids and am excepting of everyone! I can help with light housekeeping, laundry, and love...
Lillian can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lila is very informed on how to keep kids safe and what to do in case of an emergency. "

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Savannah O.


Chattanooga, TN

$25-35/hr6 yrs exp

Compassionate, Dependable Care For Special Needs

Hi! I'm Savannah. I have a few years on and off experience with special needs children and adults. Most of my experience is with autism, but I am comfortable in my ability to care for most individuals with a variety of needs. I consider myself nurturing while being thick-skinned and able to roll with the punches. I...
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Courtney C.


Chattanooga, TN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Children Of All Ages, Special Needs, And Medically Fragile Experience

I am very experienced to care for any child or adult with any kind of situation. I am a pediatric and adult ICU nurse with 5 years experience in the hospital. I cared for individuals prior to being a nurse for 5 years as well. I can handle any diagnosis, or medical needs required :) I have the patience of a saint, and I think...
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Christine T.


Chattanooga, TN

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Experience

I have been working in special education at Ooltewah Elementary School for 7 years. I started in the DLP preK class working with children 3 to 5 years old. Currently I am working with kindergarten thru 4th grade.
I have had significant experience caring for those with special needs. My mother being a special needs teacher, I was privileged with education on various disabilities and experience caring for friends with special needs. I have had experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Downs Syndrome, and other disabilities....
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Ali H.


Chattanooga, TN

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

I am a recent Occupational Therapy graduate from Midwestern University, and I am currently doing my rotation in schools and an outpatient pediatrics clinic. I love working with kids and doing activities to keep them engaged. I provided respite and habilitation for two different families for 2 years in Arizona, and just recently...
Hello, my name is Ashley and I'm 24 yrs old. I have several years of experience as a nursing assistant in different settings. I have worked in the surgical ICU at Vanderbilt Medical Center, Huntsville Hospital Neuro, and am currently at a family medicine practice. I have been responsible for bathing, feeding, repositioning,...
Experienced educator offering personalized tutoring for private families. Skilled in creating engaging, customized lessons that support each child's learning style and needs. Dedicated to helping students build confidence, master skills, and achieve academic success.
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Addisn W.


Chattanooga, TN

$15-50/hr2 yrs exp

Addison, RBT / Caregiver

Hi, I am Addison. I recently left my job as a RBT (registered behavioral technician) to pursue other opportunities available to me. I worked with children who have autism, and taught them essential daily life skills. I also have previous experience as a DSP (direct support professional). I worked in a group home providing...
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Eleanor B.


Chattanooga, TN

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Part & Full-time Caregiver Available

I am have been working with patients/people of all ages with all kinds of different needs and capabilities for years now. I absolutely love what I do and I take great care of those over whom I'm watching.
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Sara F.


Chattanooga, TN

$12-19/hr3 yrs exp

I have worked as a paraprofessional in an inclusion classroom, which has been my favorite job so far. I have a passion for people with special needs. My best friend has downs syndrome and she got me interested in this work.
I am a studying Pediatric Occupational therapist who loves children! I have babysat and done swim lessons with many different ages and ability levels. Super comfortable with special needs kids science my brother is very low functioning autsitic.
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Marilyn S.


Chattanooga, TN

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Differently-abled People!

I promise that if you choose me to be your family member's caregiver, I will protect them at all costs while also supporting their independence. I have a brother with a brain injury and I've learned to dance this fine line. I am compassionate and loving and have a teachable attitude. I have experience working with children and...
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Emili C.


Chattanooga, TN

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

hi! my name is Emili and I am 18 years old, I go UTC as a nursing major and I am very caring. I have professional experience working at Therapy. I worked with kids all over the spectrum. We helped teach them to swim as well as ride horses. I have good patience and i'm very understanding and will take my time. I am pretty strong...
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Courtney C.


Chattanooga, TN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, My Name Is Courtney And I Am Excited To Help You With Anything You Need!

I am a Registered Nurse with both pediatric and ICU experience. Prior to being a registered nurse, I worked for years taking care of people in their home for childcare, physical and mental disabilities, as well as my favorite thing-- working with special needs. I am able to do pretty much anything you would need. I have...
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Kayley H.


Chattanooga, TN

$15/hr2 yrs exp

College Student

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Kayley! I am a full-time college student majoring in Health and Physical Education K-12. I have been babysitting for 2+ years and have experience in child care for children with special needs. I am looking forward to getting to know you and your kids and give them the best care possible!
Kayley can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Madelynn D.


Chattanooga, TN

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver And Pet Sitter

I started off nanning for a family with two children, one that was 11-year-old boy at the time with special needs and the other child was a 7-year-old girl. I nannied both of them for 3 years until I moved to go to college. I then worked at my universities day care center. I was a teacher's assistant for different classrooms...
Madelynn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chattanooga, TN

Ali H.

5.0

Ali will always be apart of our family. She was very flexible when her school schedule allowed it. She helped entertain, meal prep, bath time, & bed time. Ali cared for our family for 3 years and now with graduating college she has to follow her dreams and we will miss her so much. We would...

- Kim M.

Madison G.

5.0

Madison was a great nanny for our family with three boys ages 3, 6, and 8! She communicated well about plans and scheduling, was punctual and reliable. The boys enjoyed crafts, outings and games with her. She kept the house tidy and it would often look better than when she arrived. I highly...

- Mary Margaret R.

Lillian D.

5.0

We have known Lillian for many years! She has babysat both my boys since they were babies. She is very detail oriented and caring. My boys love her so much and are always so excited when she comes to babysit. We have had her babysit while I am at work all day as well as well as dates nights. We feel...

- Care member

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Ratings for Chattanooga, TN special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Chattanooga, TN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.