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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Helena, AL

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Helena, AL

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Hannah C.


Pelham, AL

$15-24/hr2 yrs exp

Hey My Name Is Hannah I Am A Student At Auburn!

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children throughout my high school experience and college. That ranges from babysitting jobs to after school care through my high school. I have experience with special needs kids and worked in the warrior center and did a summer volunteer job at a center for special needs. I continued working with children...
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

I have had a passion for working with kids that need a little extra help since I was in high school. I myself have some neurodivergence so I believe I can help these kids on a personal or deeper level. I would love to be a helping hand to your family.
I have a teaching degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. My degree is in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. I have coached kids of all ages and have played sports my whole life. I work with special needs kids currently at Helena Middle School. I have also worked with kids that have anger issues. I love...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Leanne R.


Birmingham, AL

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Mom Of Two Grown Kids, One With Special Needs, And Former Toddler Teacher.

I'd describe my personality as friendly, calm, and relaxed. I like working with kids because I love seeing them grow and change and learn new things. I started working in my church Early Learning Center in August of 2020 In my spare time, I foster kittens and cats for the humane society and read. I'm a mom of 2 adult kids,...
Leanne can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Angelica J.


Birmingham, AL

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Educator/Caregiver

Hello, my name is Angelica. I have over 5 years of experience as an educator for children with special needs. I graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with a BA in Psychology. It is noteworthy to mention that I also completed coursework in the School of Education in the subjects of educational psychology, mathematical methods, and...
Hello, I have experience working with different types of special needs including visual impaired students, Adhd, and developmentally delayed children. Special needs children are my favorite to work with because I find them to be the sweetest and most observant and intelligent children to be around.
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Rachel L.


Birmingham, AL

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Childcare (Experience In Special Needs!)

I graduated with my masters in early childhood special education in 2021 and taught as a K-5th grade self-contained teacher for students with intellectual disabilities and nonverbal autism. As an early childhood educator, I have become very comfortable changing diapers, playing with younger children, and maintaining safety...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Crystal T.


Bessemer, AL

$14-19/hr8 yrs exp

A certified nursing assistant with 10 years experience love what I do it's a ministry to me. I love making someone day better
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Tanisha F.


Bessemer, AL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Here To Care For Your Loved One!

I have my Bls, Med-Tech certification. I have a lot of experience with Tracheotomy, Dementia, Alzheimer's, and Special needs Adults and Children, Rehab and more. I'm very passionate about helping and caring for others. I'm a mom and I take pride in giving care to others. I've worked with many agencies and facilities and nothing...
Tanisha can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

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Tanya B.


Alabaster, AL

$5-15/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

I have a child with ADHD. And, I have also worked with special need children. I work at Cheaha Mental Health with different ones, so I know how to deal with special needs children. I also have elderly people with different problems, and I work with different people with autism and others.
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Alex P.


Pelham, AL

$14-19/hr7 yrs exp

I am a practicing hospital based occupational therapist who has been practicing for 7 years. I am working 4 days a week and would love to help someone on my off days for a few hours. I would love to help care for someone who could use my knowledge, experience and love for helping individuals be as independent as possible!
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Molly D.


Birmingham, AL

$15-29/hr5 yrs exp

Summer Nanny

I graduated from Birmingham Southern College in may 2020 and have worked for the Mountain Brook city school system for a year as an aide for middle and high school aged students with special needs. I also have experience caring for younger children as a babysitter through out high school and college. I am looking for a summer...
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Hello, I am a grad student studying occupational therapy at UAB. I have experience working with children (ages 2-6) with special needs as a behavior technician. Additionally, I assist in childcare at my church (ages 0-4). I am an active individual that loves to craft and play games.
Maggie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Raquel, and I have over five years of paid experience working with children. I've had the pleasure of working with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old, including those with special needs. I am CPR, first aid, and seizure certified. My key strengths include creating a safe environment, where children...
Raquel can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Tanisha F.


Bessemer, AL

$15-30/hr1 yrs exp

Wanting To Care For Your Loved One!

Hey guys! I'm Tanisha and I actually used to work for an agency that staffed a placed for special needs children and adults. I love children so much I had a few! (haha) I am the oldest of 12 children. In my family I had 3 siblings with very specific needs! I love them with my life!! Being able to help and care for them has...
Hi my name is Ayo and I m a mother of 4 (2 girls 2 boys all grown up), I have a total of 5 years experience as a childcare provider outside of raising my children and also 3 years housekeeping experience. I have provided special needs care provision for 3 children in total and spent 6months-18months with the family. I am happy...

Mary N.


Birmingham, AL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

I have worked extensively with the elderly. I have also worked for an elderly lady with some mobility problems and a Diabetic. I have worked in a Dementia ward of a mental health hospital. I have training in manual handling, dementia awareness, medication management, health and safety, food hygiene, infection control, first aid,...
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Morgan L.


Bessemer, AL

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with many families to provide quality childcare services for 8 years. After obtaining my undergraduate degree in psychology, I moved to the Birmingham area with my husband. For the past year, I have worked as a registered behavioral technician providing therapy to young children with autism. Therefore, I feel...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Morgan helped watch my kids and was amazing with them! They loved Morgan and would have the best time with her. She was great"

Matthew T.

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Robin W.


Birmingham, AL

$19/hr17 yrs exp

Nanny/caregiver

Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood

As a caring and experienced childcare provider with 17 years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient, creative, and nurturing personality allows me to connect with children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I believe in open communication with parents and follow their...
Robin can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Robin has been GOD Sent. I'm so grateful I found her. Sometimes it's can be nerve racking when it comes to finding a great sitter. However with Robin, all of my nervousness and worries have been eased. She is truly amazing when it comes to working with kids. She...

Sharis G.

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Kenyata S.


Birmingham, AL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Kenyata, currently I'm a Certified Nurse Assistant/ Certified Patient Care Technician with more than 10 years of experience in the health care field. My skills included light housekeeping, meal preparation, personal hygiene, companionship, transferring clients, and errands. Please review my profile for more...
5.0
"Kenyata is awesome with my son. She's probably one of the best sitters I've ever had. She's sweet, dependable and an all around great person. What I love the most about Kenyata is that she gets right down on the floor with my son. I'm very pleased!"

Aisha W.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Helena, AL

Morgan L.

5.0

Morgan helped watch my kids and was amazing with them! They loved Morgan and would have the best time with her. She was great

- Matthew T.

Robin W.

5.0

Robin is absolutely incredible. I feel so lucky to have found her. She is REALLY good at what she does. Very reliable, responsive, and punctual. Robin truly does care for you and your needs. She will definitely be my go-to hire from now on.

- Care member

Kenyata S.

5.0

Kenyata is awesome with my son. She's probably one of the best sitters I've ever had. She's sweet, dependable and an all around great person. What I love the most about Kenyata is that she gets right down on the floor with my son. I'm very pleased!

- Aisha W.

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