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Find special needs caregivers in Lexington, KY that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lexington, KY

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Lexington, KY

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Kellie M.


Lexington, KY

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have over 32 years experience as a nanny, teachers aide, public day care and in home childcare. I have experience with infants to age 12, preemies, special needs including autism, and twins.
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Porscha T.


Lexington, KY

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Porscha. I am a 30-year-old, experienced child care provider. I have been working with children from all areas of life since I was 16. I have experience as a preschool teacher. I have also worked with children ranging from 6 weeks to 17 years old, and people with special needs range from 4 to 86 years old with...
Porscha can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Porscha is excellent with my son. She was one of the few that actually tried to engage with him and he loved it. She is always on time and dependable. We will continue to use and recommend her."

Laura G.

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Madison J.


Lexington, KY

$18/hr2 yrs exp

Weekend Babysitter/care Giver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a junior nursing student (BSN) currently. I am in my Peds and OB semester. My goal is to become a pediatric nurse when I graduate (May 2020). I have spent a lot of time babysitting my friends' children. I am a volunteer teacher at a special needs "preschool" for ages 2-4. I babysit a 3-year-old stroke survivor as needed. I...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Madison is sweet, funny, smart, and energetic! She loves kids and animals. We look forward to working with her in the near future!"

Brooke S.

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Samantha K.


Lexington, KY

$10-25/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a professional dance teacher in Lexington and am looking for a great family to work for! I have taught kids ages 1+ for over 6 years with and without special needs, as well as babysat children ages 9 months and older for about 6 years now.
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Samantha is a very sweet girl! She is very friendly, has an overall great personality, was always on time, & most importantly I felt comfortable leaving my 17 month old in her care while I was away from the house. My daughter was offered a spot at an Early Learning...

Ashleigh L.

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Danielle K.


Lexington, KY

$15/hr4 yrs exp

I Have Always Enjoyed Taking Care Of Children. I Love Karaoke, Silly Dancing And Watching Movies

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Danielle, I am currently a college student at Berea College. I want to be a Child Psychologist when complete my undergraduate. Currently looking for jobs that will help me grow my skills while I finish college. I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Grocery Shopping. I am...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"We recently had the pleasure of hiring an outstanding babysitter, and we couldn't be happier with the exceptional care and attention she provided to our children. From the moment we met her, we could sense her genuine warmth and enthusiasm for working with kids....

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Maria R.


Lexington, KY

$18/hr9 yrs exp

Reliable And Responsible Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a nanny and mom to a 5-year-old child. I have several years of experience caring for children as well as a clean driving record. CPR and AED certified by the red cross. familiar with sensory seeking and special needs children and comfortable with pets.
Maria can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Maria is a great babysitter for our one year old girl. She communicates and sends us pictures of all the activities she has planned. The pictures always cheer me up especially when I'm having a bad day at work. We feel very comfortable leaving our daughter with...

Alicia M.

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Jessica B.


Lexington, KY

$15-16/hr3 yrs exp

Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I love to take care of kiddos and make sure they are having fun while also maintaining a safe, respectful environment. I spent 3+ years watching three kids at a time including one with special needs. Also have experience in an elementary classroom setting where planning activities was necessary. Would love to bring joy to...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Jessica is amazing! My little one loved her, and he is usually very fussy."

Lily N.

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Paiton G.


Lexington, KY

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter & Pediatric Nursing Assistant: Caring For Your Little Ones Day And Night

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Paiton, and I'm not your typical babysitter. In addition to being the go-to babysitter for my three nephews since their infancy, I have two years of experience as a Pediatric Nursing Care Technician at UK Children's Hospital. I've had the privilege of caring for children from all walks of life, including those with...
Paiton can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Paiton is one of the most responsible people I have ever met. From her generosity, to her gentle but affective approach to situations, and her dedication to school and work, she serves as not only a great caretaker, but an ideal role model for your kids!"

Alex D.

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Amy P.


Lexington, KY

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Amy. I'm a teacher at Lexington Hearing And Speech Center in Lexington, Kentucky. I work with children of all ages and have experience with children with special needs as well. I am certified in CPR and First Aid and am looking for a part time job . I have a daughter as well she is 19 years old. She is my heart. I love...
Amy can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Amy is great! She helped me take care of my 4 kids. She does a great job at multitasking with house duties and kids. my husband and I are doctors and had to move away from Lexington; I wish Amy would have been able to move with us. She is great, reliable, and...

Aurora L.

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Porscha T.


Lexington, KY

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Care Provider

My name is Porscha. I am 27 years old, experienced child care provider. I have been working with children from all areas of life since I was 16. I have experience as a preschool teacher. I have also worked with children ranging from 6 weeks to 17 years old, and people with special needs range from 4 to 86 years old with...
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Anna S.


Lexington, KY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Physical Therapist In UK For 20+Years, Unable To Practice Yet In USA As Need To Do License Exam

Neurodisability PT in UK working with babies and children with many medical diagnosis, want to continue to work with children with additional needs in caring capacity
Since high school, I was selected as a caregiver for my school's special needs department. I spent at least one hour each day creating artistic activities for the students, accompanying field trips, or simply helping the students with their classwork. Now as a rising junior at the University of Kentucky, I have been involved...
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Euodia M.


Lexington, KY

$17-30/hr5 yrs exp

Young Professional With A Child's Heart

Hey y'all, I'm Euodia, a reliable sitter here in Lexington, KY. EKU Graduate. I am a paraeducator who works with special needs. I also volunteer for my church's Kids Club Every Sunday Morning I'm your go-to girl for all things childcare. I offer full-time, part-time, occasional, live-in, and live-out services, whatever suits...
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Amy P.


Lexington, KY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I work at a Hearing And Speech Center in Lexington, Kentucky. I have ever worked with children with autism within the Center and out. I also work with children that have hearing and speech and vision impairments . I have worked with children with cerebral palsy, down syndrome, etc.
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Hailey N.


Lexington, KY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver/Babysitter

I am interested in working as a part time caregiver/babysitter. I have five years experience working in schools as a para-professional/teacher assistant and an additional five years experience working with people with disabilities in a private setting. I love working with children and youth and strive to build lasting...
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Dina F.


Lexington, KY

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Hello... I've been in Healthcare for almost 20yrs. I absolutely love caring for people It's not just a job for me. I have excellent references and go above and beyond to accommodate clients needs. I'm very dependable don't mind traveling out of Lexington. I've had clients in Danville, Frankfort, Florence, Nicholasville. The...
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Jessica F.


Lexington, KY

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional, Community Living Supports

I have been working as a DSP for years. I have worked with people with all different disabilities. Being able to work with the mentally challenged and disabled is what I love to do. I have tried working in other fields and I always come back to this one. I currently work 2 different jobs as a DSP and a CLS worker. As a DSP I...
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Jada T.


Lexington, KY

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

I'm a compassionate caregiver with over 5 years of experience working with children, including 2 years dedicated to supporting those with diverse abilities. I truly believe in the potential of every child and love creating inclusive, nurturing environments where they can thrive. My goal is to empower each child to reach their...
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Donya V.


Lexington, KY

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

I have been a professional tutor for 6 years, working with children with autism and ADHD. I also am a registered behavioral therapist (RBT) in the ABA field for my full time job. I have been babysitting for over 6 years as well and would love to take care of your child!
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Taya S.


Lexington, KY

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

All About Taya

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, enthusiastic, dedicated I like caring for people with special needs because it brings me joy to see the impact I'm making on others who may need further assistance. I'm looking for a job that provides experience and opportunities to learn more about individuals with special needs and...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lexington, KY

Porscha T.

5.0

Porscha is excellent with my son. She was one of the few that actually tried to engage with him and he loved it. She is always on time and dependable. We will continue to use and recommend her.

- Laura G.

Madison J.

5.0

Madison is sweet, funny, smart, and energetic! She loves kids and animals. We look forward to working with her in the near future!

- Brooke S.

Samantha K.

5.0

Samantha is a very sweet girl! She is very friendly, has an overall great personality, was always on time, & most importantly I felt comfortable leaving my 17 month old in her care while I was away from the house. My daughter was offered a spot at an Early Learning Center after a 6 month long wait...

- Ashleigh L.

Danielle K.

5.0

Danielle took care of my loved ones when they weren’t feeling well. She knows how to be there to validate, understand, and help people know what they’re feeling. I would definitely take my kids to Danielle over and over again if we were in the same state. She’s the first person I call when I need...

- Care member

Maria R.

5.0

Maria is a great babysitter for our one year old girl. She communicates and sends us pictures of all the activities she has planned. The pictures always cheer me up especially when I'm having a bad day at work. We feel very comfortable leaving our daughter with her.

- Alicia M.

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Ratings for Lexington, KY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Lexington, KY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.