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Find special needs caregivers in Irving, TX that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Irving, TX

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Irving, TX

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Mandy C.


Irving, TX

$15-50/hr2 yrs exp

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I'm a passionate caregiver with two years of experience who is dedicated to fostering children's growth and development. My patient, calm, and friendly nature allows me to connect easily with children of all ages. I have experience caring for infants, toddlers, school-aged children, and even teenagers. I'm comfortable caring for...
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Terranda L.


Grand Prairie, TX

$16-23/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Ive work at an assisted living for 11 years. I assist with bathing, medication, serving meals and laundry. I love to take care of people. I also have experience working with special needs children.
Terranda can also help with: Dementia, respite care, visiting nurse, personal care
5.0
"Terranda has been a blessing. So pleased with her services for my mother."

Charles D.

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Shamara E.


Dallas, TX

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love helping people with special needs, become independent and achieve their long-term goals in life. I work with individuals with behavioral issues, diabetes, Autism, seizure disorder and anxiety. I am very knowledgeable of different situations. I am looking for something during the week.
5.0
"Shamara has been a blessing to our family. My son is 12 years old, non verbal, with Epilepsy. Shamara is trustworthy, dependent, punctual and has been amazing working with my son. I can't speak highly enough of her, we are so thankful to have found her."

Jennifer S.

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Shelby C.


Dallas, TX

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Afterschool Care! Experienced Nanny Servicing Dallas

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I moved to Dallas (Design District) this year with my husband. I currently attend University of Houston for Psychology and Family Studies. I have 10 years of experience with children and teens (ages 6 mon. - 17 yrs.). I have worked in a variety of roles such as a babysitter, nanny, camp leader, teachers aid, & daycare...
Shelby can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Shelby looked after my two boys in her last month in Austin and was a real life saver. The boys loved her and she was always so engaged. She also cooked meals and read books to them. I highly recommend her to my fellow Care community. Look forward to seeing her...

Margo G.

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Charity O.


Dallas, TX

$25/hr11 yrs exp

Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood

As a childcare provider with over a decade of experience, my passion lies in nurturing the growth and development of children. My calm and friendly demeanor creates a nurturing environment for kids to thrive. I keep parents updated on their child's day through written daily reports or verbal communication at pickup, whichever...
Charity can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Charity was absolutely fantastic! We recently moved across the country. Charity was available at short notice. Not only did both my 2 boys (2,5) love her but she helped clean up after them. Overall I would highly recommend, very kind & patient!"

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I am 20 years old with five years of experience in childcare. *I am versed in taking care of children from infancy to 12 years old with my primary experience being infant, toddler, and early school-age. *I am CPR Certified, with child development courses on my transcript. *I have my own transportation and am willing to commute...
5.0
"Zayanah is a sweet heart, very professional, I've never had an issue. She keeps my special needs daughter And takes really good care of her. She has taken her to doctor appointments, She cleans, she cooks if needed, she does activities with her and also gets her...

Whitney M.

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Jamise G.


Arlington, TX

$15-20/hr

Experienced Mental Health Technician, Certified Nurse Assistant, And Medication Aide

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 15 years of experience providing care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I'm very patient care oriented, patient, and kind. providing good quality of care, improving quality of life and maintaining dignity is my goal.
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Erica P.


Euless, TX

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Loving Caregiver/nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

AED/BLS/CPR certified for all ages Received First Aid training (including the Heimlich maneuver) for all ages Has worked with various ages Cooks, cleans, has transportation Child Care: 12 years experience Experienced with neurotypical children Experienced with special needs - Specifically, Down Syndrome & Neurodivergent...
Erica can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Erica is THE BEST. She is punctual, flexible and took great care of our newborn. It’s always scary leaving your baby in the hands of someone else but Erica made it so easy. She was kind, gentle and playful with our baby and he absolutely loved her. "

David S.

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Terranda L.


Grand Prairie, TX

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of experience caring for children and adults, particularly those with special needs, and im committed to providing compassionate support to families.
Terranda can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Terranda is very kind and personable. I'm so thankful that I found her!"

Elizabeth C.

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Bella T.


Grapevine, TX

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi ! I'm Bella! I'm a very enthusiastic person and love to play and be with kids! I will help keep your kids entertained and happy! I'm a 19-year-old and graduated from Colleyville Heritage, I love being with kids. While I was in high school I often helped with special needs students and was a teacher aid for 2 years. Over the...
Bella can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She was wonderful. My son was nervous about having a baby sitter but she did a wonderful job. He was very happy about how everything turned out. She was on time and I had no worries. I highly recommend her."

Macario H.

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Erika A.


Dallas, TX

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Nursing Student Who Loves Kids (:

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Erika A and I am 3rd year nursing student. Once I graduate I hope to specialize in pediatrics or NICU. Kids are my passion and I love to be around them and care for them in any way I can. I have volunteered at hospitals in the NICU, I have cared for special needs children, and I volunteer in my churches...
Erika can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I'm so thankful she accepted the babysitter request because I could not have asked for a better sitter or experience. My kids were very comfortable and warmed up to her right away. She helped with homework, getting them ready for bed. I was still doing chores at...

Cesia M.

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Jasmyn G.


Bedford, TX

$18/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I absolutely love working with children of all ages, I also have experience working with special needs children. Your kids safety is definitely my number one priority. I am an active girl who also happens to love crafts and games and making sure you come home to a clean house
Jasmyn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
5.0
"our family absolutely loves Jasmyn!! she has been with us since December and we are sad to see her go for the summer! shes professional, punctual, flexible and patient with our boys. she goes above and beyond and has really stepped up with our son who has special...

Samina C.

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Michelle H.


Grand Prairie, TX

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced In Respite And Rehabilitation For Children W/ Autism And Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am seeking a part-time errand/special needs job position. I worked for roughly 5 years as a Respite & Habilitation Provider and ABA provider where I worked with children ages 4-22 with autism and other intellectual disabilities. I am experienced in carrying out Individual Support/Education Plans (ISPs/IEPs) created by client...
5.0
"For starters, Michelle is very dependable and reliable, which seems to be a rarity these days. She was very sweet and patient with my son, and is just a positive person to be around. I would highly recommend her"

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Lorenda R.


Euless, TX

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Personable Respectful Attentive

4.0

(3)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Independent Private Companion Care Personal Care Provider Special needs Care Clean Dependable and responsible. Excellent cook Raised in South Mississippi Duties performed: Help getting around in the home, bathing, getting dressed, help with feeding. Cleaning, cooking, assisting with what is needed around the home,...
Lorenda can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, hospice services, home modification, respite care, dementia & more
5.0
"Lorenda assisted us with 24 hour in-home care for my mother during her final days of life. She is a very fun and compassionate person who has that genuine caring spirit. You'll get the impression its more than a job to her. Truly someone you can trust to care for...

Nelcyene I.

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Terranda L.


Grand Prairie, TX

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love to take care of kids. Ive worked for several families taking care of their special needs kids in their homes. I have experience with working with children with cerebral palsy and autism. I have experience in administering medications, g button tube. etc
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Alicia S.


Grapevine, TX

$30-36/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time And Date Night Availability

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Alicia. I'm looking for a part-time position. I have many years of experience with all ages of children. First, with my own 3 boys and stepdaughter, then being a nanny/housekeeper. I'm very familiar with all that comes with taking care of children of all ages, as well as special needs. I am also capable of taking...
Alicia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Ms. Alicia was amazing with our two little ones! My 3 year old daughter and 18 month old son raved about her. They would ask about Ms. Alicia and when she is coming to hang out with them. Thank you so much for loving on our kiddos like they are your own! "

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Juan G.


Euless, TX

$33/hr1 yrs exp

I Am An Empathetic And Responsible Person

Hello my name is Juan , I am married and I have a 6 years old son. I completed my nursing degree in 2021 in Mexico from UJED (Universidad Juarez del Estado de Durango), I am 25 years old and I have one year of experience working at a hospital. I consider myself a person with family values. While working at the hospital I...
Juan can also help with: Respite care, personal care, hospice services
5.0
"Juan was exactly what we were looking for. He is efficient with his work. He managed to establish a friendship/working relationship with my father very quickly. Juan is a sincere person who really seemed to care about my father. I wish we could have found Juan...

Kurt F.

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Ashlee A.


Grapevine, TX

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Or Nanny Available :)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I absolutely love being with children! I enjoy the outdoors, exploring and adventuring. I love sports and crafts and building train tracks. :) I am very organized and will clean anything and everything! I have watched children of every age up to 14y/o. I have experience with twins ( which I adore) and also with special needs...
Ashlee can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Ashley is very natural with kids and laid back. She has been very accommodating with my changing schedule. I would highly recommend her."

Christe C.

Care for special needs child up to adult. Feeding her giving medication changing her diaper playing games. Three years I help senior lady cleaning her apartment washing laundry getting medication also shopping
Jimmy can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
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Chloe M.


Carrollton, TX

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Nanny!

Hello! My name is Chloe and I'm an experienced live-in nanny. I attended UT Austin studying anthropology and philosophy, and am currently in a program to become an occupational therapy assistant. I specialize in working with children with behavioral issues and special needs, and believe in gentle parenting, conscious...
Chloe can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Irving, TX

Terranda L.

5.0

Mrs. T is a very professional and reliable care provider. I would highly recommend her

- Eddie C.

Shamara E.

5.0

Shamara has been a blessing to our family. My son is 12 years old, non verbal, with Epilepsy. Shamara is trustworthy, dependent, punctual and has been amazing working with my son. I can't speak highly enough of her, we are so thankful to have found her.

- Jennifer S.

Shelby C.

5.0

I went out of town for a trip and my husband needed help while he worked. By the grace of God I came across Shelby's profile. She is sweet, attentive, and the most amazing caregiver. She took care of my 14 month old son and our 2 large dogs. Because of Shelby I was able to enjoy my trip! When I...

- Gloria N.

Charity O.

5.0

We recently hired Charity to care for our 7-month-old. Charity immediately bonded with our baby, keeping him engaged and happy. She was always punctual, reliable, and communicated effectively, ensuring our child was safe and well-cared for. Her professionalism and warmth made us feel completely at...

- Jen P.

Zayanah H.

5.0

Zayanah is a sweet heart, very professional, I've never had an issue. She keeps my special needs daughter And takes really good care of her. She has taken her to doctor appointments, She cleans, she cooks if needed, she does activities with her and also gets her out the house, she really is heaven...

- Whitney M.

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Ratings for Irving, TX special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Irving, TX are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.