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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Chattanooga, TN

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Chattanooga, TN

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Jennifer L.


Chattanooga, TN

$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Paraprofessional Looking For Full Time Job

5.0

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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/hr • 3 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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
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/hr • 4 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: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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Haley J.


Chattanooga, TN

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm Haley, nice to meet you! I'm a highly experience babysitter and nanny with over 10 years of experience. I've babysat for over 30 families, and I'm also highly trained to work with kids of all kinds through working with foster care kids, special needs kids, and working at a summer camp. I've had long-standing relationships...
5.0
"Haley was our best sitter ever!! She was always on time at 6:45 in the morning!! She has a wonderful positive attitude and the Kids loved her. She also helped me with my business web design and transportation. I can't recommend Haley enough, we are at a loss...

Liz B.

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Savannah O.


Chattanooga, TN

$25-35/hr • 6 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/hr • 10 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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Ali H.


Chattanooga, TN

$10-15/hr • 3 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...
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Addisn W.


Chattanooga, TN

$15-50/hr • 2 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...
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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Sara F.


Chattanooga, TN

$12-19/hr • 3 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.
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Eleanor B.


Chattanooga, TN

$10-15/hr • 4 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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Morgan C.


Chattanooga, TN

$13-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

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/hr • 10 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/hr • 2 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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Mugisha O.


Chattanooga, TN

$10-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

Nursing Student Ready To Help, And Be A Helping Hand!!

I'd describe my personality as outgoing and sympathetic towards people I like caring for people with special needs because they are not understood and they are not treated well, so I want to be able to be the opposite I'm looking for a job that helps me be able to help, and be a helping hand. In my spare time, I like to...
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Courtney C.


Chattanooga, TN

$20/hr • 10 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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Tiffany M.


Chattanooga, TN

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Positive And Outgoing Sitter

Hello, I have over 20 years of experience nannying and babysitting children of all ages, including twins and children with special needs. I am also more than happy to help with work around the house, school work, and cooking. I am a nutritionist, runner, climber, hiker and explorer. I substitute teach for k-12 and I love...
Tiffany can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Madelynn D.


Chattanooga, TN

$10-15/hr • 5 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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kayley H.


Chattanooga, TN

$15/hr • 2 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: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Natalie D.


Chattanooga, TN

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Current College Student Studying Psychology

Hi! My name is Natalie, and I am a current student studying psychology. I have 3 younger sisters, who I am used to helping out with and I have years of experience babysitting them. I have also babysat children in my neighborhood and volunteered at VBS over the summer. I am currently studying psychology at UTC and plan to go into...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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.

Haley J.

5.0

Haley was our best sitter ever!! She was always on time at 6:45 in the morning!! She has a wonderful positive attitude and the Kids loved her. She also helped me with my business web design and transportation. I can't recommend Haley enough, we are at a loss without her.

- Liz B.

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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 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.