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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Franklin, TN

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Franklin, TN

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Wendy P.


Franklin, TN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver For Special Needs

5.0

(1)

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I have a passion to care for people of all ages. My gifts and passion are especially for people that have special needs.
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Kaitlyn D.


Franklin, TN

$17-20/hr3 yrs exp

Kaitlyn, 18, Experience In Special Needs Care

My name is Kaitlyn, I am 18 years old. I am currently attending Clinical's as a nursing assistant and am working on my CNA license. I have three little brothers, one with cerebral palsy, and an older sister. I take my brother to therapy sometimes and love to be apart of his growth and development. I hope to become a pediatric...
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Lisa G.


Franklin, TN

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Hand

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Lisa... And I have over 15 years experience taking care of people with disability challenges and other challenges to be discussed in a interview. I am also a certified nursing assistant with over 10 years of experience. I have extensive experience working with the elderly with a vast array of conditions.
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Martha R.


Franklin, TN

$20-33/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny With Vast Experience In Special Needs And Early Childhood

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am a retired Special Ed Teacher Assistant who worked full-time at a middle school for over 25 years. I am the mother of four grown children. My youngest son is an adult with special needs. I have experience with seizures and multiple diagnoses. I also am the grandmother of 12 aged 15 and under. I have experience with premature...
Martha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Martha is an exceptional,well-trained caregiver who goes above and beyond the call of duty in caring for her patients. She cared for my father with advanced dementia and was extremely patient and compassionate even in very difficult circumstances. She is very...

Amy K.

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Natalie M.


Franklin, TN

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Professional Nanny In Nashville TN

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Natalie. I have over a decade of experience in childcare. While I specialize in infant and multiples care, I have extensive experience caring for children of all ages. My history caring for children with special needs and medical conditions particularly involves ADHD, ODD, SPD, autism, CMT and Cystic Fibrosis....
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"From the moment Natalie walked in our door she was like a part of the family. She instantly connected with my 3-year old and I immediately felt comfortable leaving my children in her care. She sent us picture texts throughout the night and that put this anxious...

Flor R.

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Tammy R.


Franklin, TN

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

3.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have extensive experience babysitting, nannying, coaching gymnastics and swim lessons, and house/dog-sitting. I also have volunteer experience under an Occupational Therapist who specializes in special needs and speech therapy/sign language. I am from Franklin, TN and graduated from Lipscomb University. I finished my Master's...
Tammy can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

3.0
"She seemed amazing - hired her in early August to start mid August for 3 day a week afternoon child care and home errands. She was supposed to start on a Tuesday and quit on me Monday before. Resume background check and references are great. Ultimately she decided...

Dawn A.

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Martha R.


Franklin, TN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

30+ Years Of Caring For Children And Adults With Special Needs

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I most recently cared for a very dear and sweet little lady for over a year in her apartment in Nashville. She had become, to me, a very special part of my life. Whether I was working a 12 to 14 hour shift caring for all of her daily needs, or at my own home, I was brainstorming how to better serve this little lady. When she...
Martha can also help with: Personal care, errands, dementia, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Lisa G.


Franklin, TN

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable And Dependable With Care....

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have extensive experience in the Healthcare field with Seniors and special needs.. I equally love Companion Care. I take my job serious and I am good at what I do. I am trustworthy, kind, and compassionate and have the experience that a family is looking for with their loved one, I am honest and dependable, I also have the...
Lisa can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Lisa is a very caring person. She was able to handle our father even though he could be very challenging. She worked effectively with our dad's team of caregivers and was with him and the family at the time of his passing. Our dad was in good hands with Lisa. She...

Melissa S.

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Jacqueline C.


Franklin, TN

$32-45/hr5 yrs exp

Caring Specialist For Special Needs Kiddos

I truly love helping children grow, develop and become confident and capable. It's a dream job! From educational to fun activities, I assist with a variety of projects that add value to creative and analytical thinking. I am a fun specialist who loves to wrap learning around enjoyable activities. I can be counted on to be a...
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Johanna G.


Franklin, TN

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Behavior Technician- Special Needs Caregiver

I have worked with children with special needs throughout the 8 years of my care taking career. I am a registered behavior technician and CPR/First aid certified. I've worked with autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy and more. For a year I worked with the Martin County School District as a behavioral technician. Some of my...
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Martha R.


Franklin, TN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

25 Years In Special Education

I have not only worked in Special Education for over 25 years, but I am the mother of a Special Needs adult that function at about 18 months. I am also the grandmother of a Special Needs grandson with a rare genetic disorder. I have decades of experience with multiple diagnosis including seizures. I am limiting my availability...
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Tammy R.


Franklin, TN

$13/hr5 yrs exp

Warm, Experienced Care Giver

I have a lot of experience working with special needs clients in a variety of different capacities, including teaching gymnastics, working one-on-one, and providing case management. I have a passion for helping others, and providing them with the care they need. Many of the families I have worked for have ended up being like...
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Katherine J.


Franklin, TN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Current RN , Experienced Mom Who Loves A Flexible Schedule.My Passions Are The Outdoors,reading & Ma

I have personal experience with an autistic nephew & 5 years Home Health Nursing experience which has included adults with a variety of cognitive diagnoses. I appreciate the courage it takes to a young adult well. I am a Franklin native & am familiar with all the listed activities for your daughter.
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Ansley H.


Franklin, TN

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hello my name is Ansley, I am Senior in college at Middle Tennessee State University studying psychology. I graduated from Franklin High School in 2020. I am the youngest of four girls with a gap of 11, 10 and 6 years. Two of my sisters have babies that I am used to baby sitting and caring for! I have dealt with anxiety and had...
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Olivia M.


Franklin, TN

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! I have minimal experience working with special needs kiddos but I am totally willing to learn. I've babysat a few autistic kids in the past and have worked with some autistic kids at church. With them, I would feed them, keep them entertained & active, help them calm themselves when they get over stimulated, & change them,...
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Tammy W.


Franklin, TN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

The main care I have been giving is to elderly, I know I will be really good with children also. I have four children, five grandchildren and 1 grandchild has special needs. She has a colostomy and feeding tube, I help with all. Please look at my senior care info for more. Thank You.
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Julia P.


Franklin, TN

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist

I am a pediatric occupational therapist with experience in Early Intervention, schools and outpatient clinic. I have worked with a wide range of diagnoses including but not limited to Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Delays. I have a passion for finding what motivates the child the most and use it to my...
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Erin M.


Franklin, TN

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

I have a passion for advocating for children with special needs! I am studying to be a speech pathologist and I am minoring in special education. I hold a certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders from the JMU department of Exceptional Education.
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Melanie A.


Franklin, TN

$18-50/hr2 yrs exp

I am currently a graduate student at Lipscomb University studying Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in a Play Therapy. I love kids and plan to work with children and adolescents after graduation.
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Vivienne H.


Franklin, TN

$15-25/hr

Part Time Caregiver Available

My younger sister has special needs (she is deaf, has autism, along with other severe developmental delays). Along with being one of her main caregivers, I am currently a nursing student, meaning I am not only CPR/BLS certified, but understand more complex medical needs as well. I volunteered within my church for years working...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Franklin, TN

Martha R.

5.0

Martha watched our son from 1.5-2.5 years old and then when we had our 2nd child, she watched both. Martha is AMAZING! We worked from home while she watched our kids and she was the best thing for us. She was constantly talking, singing, teaching and interacting with our kids and always left our...

- Jody G.

Natalie M.

5.0

Natalie was great with the kids. Very respectful, kind and loving. Had great ideas for activities and always had a smile on. I will be keeping her on my list of sitters.

- Aubrey L.

Tammy R.

3.0

She seemed amazing - hired her in early August to start mid August for 3 day a week afternoon child care and home errands. She was supposed to start on a Tuesday and quit on me Monday before. Resume background check and references are great. Ultimately she decided wasn't a good a fit for her but...

- Dawn A.

Lisa G.

5.0

I ended up in quite a pickle when my step dad ended up in the hospital and my mom was dealing with fracture after a fall. I posted for help on care and was suddenly flooded with applicants. After LOTS of calls and research, I chose Lisa who was able to start quickly, didn't have all the day/time...

- Kim R.

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

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Franklin, TN are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 48 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.