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Find special needs caregivers in Cookeville, TN that you’ll love

15 special needs caregivers are listed in Cookeville, TN

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Cookeville, TN

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Kimberly H.


Cookeville, TN

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Competent Compassionate Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a retired nurse I have years of experience working with all manner of special needs. Safety concerns are a top priority. Full time or part time. I am responsible and responsive to the needs of my patients. Will always listen to the family to develop the most appropriate plan of care.
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Sarah E.


Cookeville, TN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Available

Hello. Just a little bit about me..... I have a Bachelor's degree in Special Education & had teaching licenses for both Mild to Moderate & Severe Disabilities. I have worked in daycare' as well as have taught & assisted for grades K to 12th for children with & without special/medical needs. I love children & have two grown...
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Sarah E.


Cookeville, TN

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Available

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello. Just a little bit about me..... I have a Bachelor's degree in Special Education & had teaching licenses for both Mild to Moderate & Severe Disabilities. I have worked in daycare' as well as have taught & assisted for grades K to 12th for children with & without special/medical needs. I love children & have two grown...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sarah is the perfect nanny I ever had for my kids. We had her for 3 years and those were the most beautiful stress free years of our life. Trust me she will be a blessing to your family. "

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Christine P.


Cookeville, TN

$18/hr8 yrs exp

Loving, Playful Mother

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother to 2 wild, creative, absolutely beautiful girls and to my fur-babies Buttercup (puppy) and our sneaky cat, Shadow. I am always trying to do my best to educate my children while loving on them. I have a wide variety of interests including being outdoors, doing crafts, video games, legos, etc. I can be flexible to...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We love Christine! She is flexible and always willing! She was quick to learn some of our sons special needs care issues. She goes above and beyond for out kiddos. "

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Kaitlynn R.


Cookeville, TN

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

Hi! My name is Kaitlynn! I am a nursing major at Tennessee Tech with a minor in ASL (deaf-taught). I love working with those who have special needs. I'm most comfortable with pediatrics and young adults. I have worked as a nurse aid in a nursing home (1 year).
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Ollie V.


Cookeville, TN

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

Over the past 2 years, I have dedicated myself to gaining knowledge in the field of mental health assistance. Through hands-on experience, I have been able to work with individuals facing various intellectual disabilities such as PTSD, Down syndrome, dementia, schizophrenia, and ADHD. While I have the most hands-on experience in...
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Christine W.


Cookeville, TN

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Direct Support Staff

I have worked as a Home Manager for Direct Support Companies providing continuous care and support to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. I have experience with providing full support to persons supported on all activities of daily living. Including but not limited to bowel movement management, urinary...
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Ashley M.


Cookeville, TN

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/ Nanny/ Baby Sitter

I have been a CNA for many years , I am outgoing and caring. Trustworthy, friendly, responsible I am a mother to two children who are my world.
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Taylor H.


Cookeville, TN

$14-20/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic And Open

I had always babysitted my little brother during the summertime until I moved away forcollege. My brother is a wonder human being with special needs. He was diagnosed with down syndrome before birth. My job was to cook for him for breakfast and lunch, get him to play outside, help him be independent but also help teach him along...
Hi I'm Micaylie, i've worked with multiple children over the years. Some with special needs most without. I grew up in a family of four and was the oldest so I took care of my siblings while my parents were both at their jobs. I did babysitting and nannying for people in my church when I was younger and within the last two...
Micaylie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ollie V.


Cookeville, TN

$8-18/hr6 yrs exp

Childcare

I am a proud mother of a 6-year-old little boy, and as a young adult, babysitting was a side job that I thoroughly enjoyed. My love for children has only grown stronger over the years and has led me to gain experience and training in caring for special needs children. I have worked with kids who have Down syndrome, autism, and...
Ollie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

I'd describe my personality as fun and caring I love to do art and scrape book I'm looking for a job that allows me to help others I started caring for seniors when I started working in Hopkinton, Massachusetts at the Michale Carter Linsnow respite center. I grew up with my mom work there and interacted not only with the kids...
Micaylie can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, respite care, meal prep, home modification
Skills:

CPR

I have been teaching for over 20 years all around the country. I am looking for something different that may allow me to do some of my side hobbies for fun. I am familiar with kids with special needs. I have two kids of my own, one adopted last year. I am comfortable teaching, cleaning up, doing house work and I love to cook. My...
Nicholas can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Amanda P.


Monterey, TN

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Housekeeping, Cooking, Babysitting, Running Errands, Senior Care

My name is Amanda and I am 30 years old. I have three children that are 10, 12, and 16. I have experience in babysitting and also have experience in home healthcare. I am med trained along with CPR certified. I enjoy helping others and being able to make others feel better. I lost my grandfather to Dementia in October of 2020...
Amanda can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Amanda P.


Monterey, TN

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I have worked with many children and adults who had down syndrome and other mental disabilities. I have helped the with daily activities along with helping them with activities.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Cookeville, TN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 15 listed special needs caregivers.