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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Hixson, TN

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Hixson, TN

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Karli D.


Soddy Daisy, TN

$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Fun College Student Can Teach Swimming!!!

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a fun and energetic college student! I am smart and dependable. I am a certified lifeguard and swim instructor, and I have a black belt in martial arts! I am certified in CPR and first aid. I am majoring in nursing and have experience working with special needs children. My family has always had cats and large dogs. I will...
Karli can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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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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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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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Meg B.


Chattanooga, TN

$15/hr • 5 yrs exp

I've been a childcare provider for over four years, and it's the most rewarding job I've ever had. I have a passion for helping children learn and grow, and I take pride in providing a safe and nurturing environment for them. I have also specifically worked with special needs children for many years. I'm a patient, calm, and...
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Lily T.


Chattanooga, TN

$15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Dedicated Child Care Professional And Martial Arts Instructor

My name is Lily, and I have extensive experience in child care, spanning several years. I have had the privilege of working in elementary schools for the past two years, where I have been teaching martial arts. I have been a nanny and babysitter since I was 15, with experience caring for children from 2 months to 18 years old,...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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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Becca Y.


Chattanooga, TN

$17-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi everyone I am Becca! Me and my husband are Chattanooga transplants, we moved here back in 2020. I went to school for cosmetology and actually ended up doing that for a few years before deciding I needed a change of pace. Before moving up here I spend three years as a nanny for a special needs little boy in Atlanta and I...
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Charis T.


Ooltewah, TN

$16-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

RN, BSN With >10 Yr Of Childcare Experience

Hello! I'm a registered nurse (RN, BSN) of 5 years with >10 years paid nannying and babysitting experience (including special needs kids), the oldest of seven children, and mom of a baby boy. I'm a natural caregiver, and love spending time outside with kids, doing crafts, and helping them get creative and imaginative with play....
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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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Isabella N.


Ooltewah, TN

$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp

Caregiver/home Companion

I enjoy people, and am going to school to be a teacher. I have experience caring for stroke victims, children with disabilities, and teaching elementary school. I have also been an academy girls dean. I look forward to connecting with you and seeing if we might be a good fit for each other!
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Anna D.


Ooltewah, TN

$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I worked as a full-time nanny for four years and was a Summer nanny for six kids and three dogs for an additional three years. I have my masters degree in social work, and have certifications in parenting, CPR, and first aid. I currently work as a social worker at an elementary school and have experience with children with...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kristin H.


Harrison, TN

$25/hr • 4 yrs exp

I love caring for children, I have 3! Ages ranging from 3-12. I have experience with different situations one of my children is special needs and had a feeding tube. I'm great at organizing fun activities to do to keep kids busy and active and also helps with leaving.
Kristin can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Olivia S.


Ooltewah, TN

$16-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Loving And Fun Sitter!

Hello! I work well with children with special needs. I have worked with Autism, ADHD, OCD, ADD, Speech and developmental delays, and much more. I am working towards becoming an Elementary Education teacher and currently work at a daycare during the day as well. Would love to meet you and your child!
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Adrienne A.


Harrison, TN

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have assisted and cared for children with sensory disorders, nerve damage, spina bifida, and hearing impairments
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....

Darrian H.


Chattanooga, TN

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Currently a stay at home mom with a 1-year-old. Daughter will be accompanying me. Was a teacher at a daycare age 2-4 for four years. Worked at kids company, an after school program and assisted students with homework. Nannied three kids (ages: 1, 2, 4) for 2 years. Assisted children with ADHD and special needs. Taught a...
Darrian can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Always on time and usually early. Does a great job with my kids and is a safe driver. Very responsible sitter."

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Sarah H.


Ooltewah, TN

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Babysitter/Caregiver for Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience working with an autistic child. I worked with an 8-year-old boy who has autism. He is severely autistic, so I helped him learn basic skills such as brushing his teeth and washing his hands. I also helped him with some of his schoolwork. He was non-verbal, so he used pictures to show us what he wanted. I enjoy...
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Stephanie P.


Chattanooga, TN

$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Vivacious, Patient, Nurturing Nanny

Hi there! My name is Stephanie and I've always had a knack for kiddos. Growing up I was always a "Handy-Helper", may sound crass now, but it was the 90's. I was also often the target of bullying for standing up for the Handicapable. I've always been a compassionate soul. I've been honored to get to know many Autistic/Asperger...

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Hixson, TN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.