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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in La Porte, TX

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years

Special needs caregivers in La Porte, TX

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Gracie K.


La Porte, TX

$17/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am 19 years old. I graduated high school in May and now I am currently attending community college, studying in special education. I assisted special needs students in a P. E during high school and I also assist an 18-year-old with Down syndrome, accompanying her on different outings. I have experience in child care,...
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Gracie K.


La Porte, TX

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am 22 years old. I graduated high school in 2019 and now I am currently attending college, studying in special education to become a teacher. My classes are in person so a schedule that works my class load is necessary. Over the past few years have worked with children of all ages through caregiver as well as a daycare...
Gracie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Gracie started working with our special needs son before the pandemic started as part time after school. When school shut down she was great and stepped up and took care of him full time. She was open to learning all our sons quirks and was quick to become...

Rachel M.

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Callison F.


La Porte, TX

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Provider

I am currently a Psychology major at Iowa State University. I have experience baby sitting a boy that has autism and I was apart of the Best buddies program in high school, so I have some back ground with special needs children.
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Lorna W.


La Porte, TX

$10-50/hr6 yrs exp

Caring And Compassionate Caregiver Available

I have a heart for the elderly. Started taking care of my disable mom for 10 years before she passes away. Took care of other special needs individuals and seniors. Have private duty experience. Assisted living, adult day care, personal care home and home health care experience. Worked in the administrative as well as...
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Callison F.


La Porte, TX

$16/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting/nannying for the last 6+ years. I have experience with ages 3 months-15 years old. I have experience with special needs children/adults, and experience with tutoring/school help. Here is my Fall preferred availability... Monday-Friday 6am-6 p.m. I can work outside these hours for the most part if...
Callison can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Carla M.


Houston, TX

$25/hr10 yrs exp

God girl With A Heart To Serve

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love people. I have been blessed with a heart to serve with love. I am extremely patient and empathetic. I have taken care of bedridden, special needs, end of life , dementia, Parkinson's and some that just need a little extra help and a word of encouragement and love . I have numerous references including previous employment,...
Carla can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
5.0
"Carla is wonderful! I had her work for me for over a year for my dad with dementia before moving him into assisted living. She is one of the most caring caregivers I have had. She was always on time and a GREAT communicator! I think she missed work 1 or 2 times...

Kimber S.

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Teana L.


Baytown, TX

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Very Reliable Sitter And Caregiver

I'd describe my personality as a kind and compassionate. I like caring for seniors because This is where my passion is. I'm a dedicated and friendly Caregiver with several years of experience in providing care, company and comfort for my elderly or special needs clients. I started caring for seniors in 2015 when a friend...
Teana can also help with: Dementia, companionship, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Teana cared for my Mother and you would have thought she was part of our family . I cannot say enough good things about Teana . She is very attentive and always went up and beyond her job description. If you are looking for a care giver I would highly recommend her...

Leah G.

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Cerena R.


Houston, TX

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Caring Caregiver With Great References

Hello I'm Cerena I'm very reliable, patient trustworthy person who has been providing private care for about 11 years now. Worked with special needs patients for almost 5. I have wonderful references I truly enjoy what I do. Newer references are by email. Specialize in Alzheimer's and dementia patients.
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Laura D.


Houston, TX

$27/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny/Special Needs Helper (mornings/early Afternoons)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over the last six years, I have been honored to work with families and their precious children, including individuals who are in need of special attention and care, ranging in age from 2 years to 68 years, with varying levels of abilities and challenges (high functioning to non-verbal). As a 58-year-old woman, and grandmother,...
Laura can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"Very friendly and open person. Good communicator."

Raven E.

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Shelby M.


Houston, TX

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a student at Arizona State attending online classes. I currently work in the behavior department at Silbernagel Elementary in Dickinson Texas. I have a 3-year-old daughter who is the most outgoing and sweet little girl you will ever meet. I also have two step-sons that keep me on my toes. I would love to fulfill...
Shelby can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Shelby did very good care of my kids. My kids were happy with her- I am recommending her as a good babysitter.Best wishes Shelby"

Jeena P.

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Maria J.


Baytown, TX

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Great Nanny .

Taking care of kids is my passion and I am a very responsible, punctual, active, organized, sweet and TRUSTWORTHY person, with excellent references with a CPR certified. I have lots of experience taking care of new-born, toddlers, kids & teens. I have experience with special needs and twins too. I was a substitute teacher for...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Maria is the absolute best person you could ever ask for as a childcare provider as well as an excellent addition to any household. She took care of our children when they were young and kept our family dynamics always running smoothly and perfectly. Maria is also...

Janet O.

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Nickie A.


Baytown, TX

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Special Needs Provider

Experienced caregiver for those with special needs. First Aid, CPR and AED certified. Experience with challenging behaviors. Love the outdoors, amusement parks and water parks. Flexible with scheduling.
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Kim H.


Baytown, TX

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a daughter with autism and she has had seizures in the past. I went to Lee College for EMT basic . I have experience in working in the health field for 13 years. I have excellent references. I love children and the elderly. They make this world a better place to live in. I love to put a smile on my patients face if I can...
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Katrina K.


Houston, TX

$15-30/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I cared for a wheelchair bound patient who was partially paralyzed from a condition called Transverse Myelitis when she was 2 years old. I aided in all of her care, from transferring, bathing, to bladder/bowel regimens. She was 15-18 years old when I cared for her. I am a very patient compassionate person and truly enjoy...
5.0
"Our child is very shy and takes a while to warm up to a person, however, Katrina is the first person to bring our daughter out of her shell. She fell in Love with Katrina from day one. When shes with our daughter, no one else can be around, she will give you bad...

Christina L.

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Rachel T.


Pasadena, TX

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Full/Part Time Babysitter W/Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've worked with kids since I was 15 and I love it! I'm going to school as of right now to finish my degree in early childhood education. I've had experience in all different age groups but I found a special connection with Younger children and children with disabilities. I currently work for a Pasadena ISD as a special needs...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Rachel was my daughters' (twin 5 year olds) teacher for 2 years plus is our personal babysitter. She is absolutely wonderful with all children. She is calm, collected and most of all -- FUN! Kids just gravitate towards her and she makes every day enjoyable. I...

Debbie W.

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Jenise M.


Pasadena, TX

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

10 years experience including working in a nursing facility and hospital. Pretty well rounded level of experience with different type of senior specialized needs such as diabetics, Alzheimer's, bed bound, hospice to name a few. I love getting to know my families and consider them an extension of mine. Please message me with any...
Jenise can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, personal care
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Laura D.


Houston, TX

$21-29/hr2 yrs exp

Friendly Personal Assistant Available For Companionship And Light Duty

My name is Laura and I have worked in various care-giving/personal assistant positions, helping little people and not-so-little people, ranging in age from newborn through 68. I have had a significant amount of experience with individuals who have special needs (autism, pre-dementia/Alzheimer's, memory challenges) and have found...
Laura can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
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Madison D.


Baytown, TX

$15-27/hr3 yrs exp

I am 21 years old. I have 3 years of experience in childcare. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I have experience with special needs children. I currently am a daycare teacher. I work with kids from 0-12 years old mon-friday. As well as CPR and first aid certified. I previously was a nanny for ages 2, 4, and 7. I...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Syshana W.


Pasadena, TX

$14-22/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over five years of experience with working with clients from the age of 5 to 62 with developmental disabilities. I have worked with clients who are wheelchair-bound assisted by transferring, personal care. I've also worked with behavioral clients following behavior support plan , following meal plans.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in La Porte, TX

Gracie K.

5.0

Gracie is the absolute best. My two daughters loved her so much. She's kind, enthusiastic, helpful, sweet, playful, patient, trustworthy, and flexible. She's been a huge blessing to our family and the only reason we parted ways is because we moved across the state. I highly recommend her to anyone...

- Sarah G.

Carla M.

5.0

Carla is amazing. She took excellent care of my mother. She is great at making conversation, keeping people interested and entertained. Her suggestions on how to care for her were very helpful. I can not say enough good things about her.

- Elizabeth P.

Teana L.

5.0

Teana cared for my Mother and you would have thought she was part of our family . I cannot say enough good things about Teana . She is very attentive and always went up and beyond her job description. If you are looking for a care giver I would highly recommend her . Thank you !

- Leah G.

Laura D.

4.0

Very friendly and open person. Good communicator.

- Raven E.

Shelby M.

5.0

Shelby did very good care of my kids. My kids were happy with her- I am recommending her as a good babysitter.Best wishes Shelby

- Jeena P.

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