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

70 special needs caregivers are listed in Knoxville, TN

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Knoxville, TN

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Caitlin L.


Knoxville, TN

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher, Childcare Provider, And Artist

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an artist, a teacher, and a passionate student of education and communication. I have experience as a teaching artist, a writing tutor, a private special education tutor, a live in nanny, a preschool teacher, an adaptive art teacher, a kids ski coach, and an aid for special needs children. I come to teaching as a creative...
Caitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Erica M.


Knoxville, TN

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

I was a Registered Behavior Technician for two and a half years, working with Autism and other special needs. I also have taken care of three children for a friend many times. I love kids and I am a great fit for all ages.
Erica can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I just received a degree in special education from the University of Dayton. I have spent each semester during college observing, assisting, and student teaching in school settings containing students with mild to moderate disabilities. I am passionate about what I do because I find it fun and rewarding. Additionally, it has...

Anna F.


Knoxville, TN

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I graduated from college in 2019 with a degree in Special Education and a minor in Psychology. I have spent the last 5 years working as a special education teacher in Colorado. I am newly married and my husband and I just recently moved to Knoxville. I absolutely love spending time with kids, and I am looking to continue...
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"We had a nanny for almost five years, so I have not been in the habit of needing a babysitter. When our nanny moved at the beginning of this summer, I knew it would be heard to replace her... I was not prepared for just how hard! After one incredibly bad...

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Lakin H.


Knoxville, TN

$10-20/hr

Special Needs Caregiver/Sitter

Hello! My name is Lakin and I am currently a Sophomore and a cheerleader at the University of Tennessee Knoxville! Go Vols! I have four siblings: three sisters ages 24, 13, and 11, and a brother who is 2! I am a very outgoing and upbeat kind of person! I love children and have been babysitting for about 5 years now. I have...

Allison M.


Knoxville, TN

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

CNA With Special Needs Experience!

I am completing my Masters in English and have my CNA license. I have 2 years in-hospital experience working with special needs children and 1 year of private care experience. I have worked with all age groups, infant through teenage years. Non smoker, reliable car, pet friendly, and passionate about childcare! CPR, first aid,...

Tyler M.


Knoxville, TN

$16-19/hr10 yrs exp

Dad For Hire

I have 10+ years of experience in child care and I've been a foster parent for the past 3 years. I currently have a full-time beautiful 6-month-old baby girl that has special needs. I am fully trained in g-tube care and caring for children with special needs in general. She would be with me Monday through Thursday between the...
Tyler can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I have 3 years of experience working with two special needs adults. I also have cared for my nieces and nephews most of my life and I have a brother with autism. I am a student at UTK studying special education.
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Molly M.


Knoxville, TN

$13-50/hr1 yrs exp

Camp Counselor Looking To Help!

I've worked with children for about 6 months, and got my degree in order to specifically work with kids! I have special needs experience as well. I like working with kids because I get to make a positive impact on their lives. In my spare time, I like to play videogames and go on hikes with my dog, Murray. One thing you...

Allison M.


Knoxville, TN

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible And Caring Graduate Student

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have more than 10 years of experience working with children of all ages (newborns and special needs especially). I have a BA in English, I have tutored professionally and taught too! Prior to that, I was a Certified Nursing Assistant for 2 years. I have CPR, BLS, and First Aid training. Reliable transport, excellent...
Allison can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Knoxville, TN are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 70 listed special needs caregivers.