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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lexington, KY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Lexington, KY

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Mia W.


Lexington, KY

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

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Hi there! My name is Mia and I am a senior at the University of Kentucky. This is my first time on care. com but I have been babysitting for families (other than my own) since I was 16. I have experience in watching children of all ages and children with special needs. I enjoy playing games, doing crafts, or playing sports with...
Mia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Gracie B.


Lexington, KY

$17-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Gracie! I am a 22-year-old college graduate! I graduated from EKU with my Bachelors Degree in Police Studies! I have been babysitting for as long as I remember! I am the oldest of 7 kids! My family has fostered many children over the last 12 years and we officially adopted 3 boys! I have watched children of all...
Gracie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Skye R.


Lexington, KY

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

I have many years of babysitting and childcare experience. I have worked as a camp counselor for 5 years, therefore I am experienced in working with groups of children but have also cared for children of all ages and types, including those with special needs. I love being around children of all ages and am willing to help with...
Skye can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Karen S.


Lexington, KY

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Para Educator

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Karen. Birney and raised in Lexington , KY. Have lived in Houston , Texas, for 8 years. My bio consists of working with dementia patients for over 20 years. Also, I'm a Para educator with the Fayette County Board of Education. Working with special needs children. To which I find very rewarding!
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Ashiera A.


Lexington, KY

$19/hr5 yrs exp

Best Sitter Ever

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Ashiera or Ash. I've been babysitting for quite some time now. I help with homework chores and meal preparations. I also have experience with special needs kids. I grew up in a big family so I know how to take care of multiple kids at once. I enjoy what I do because just watching kids be happy and helping out families...
Ashiera can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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"She is really good with the kids she babysits they always have good things to say about her she's willing to travel where ever if she's needed she's really fun always try her best to make the experience good for them kids and the parents I've never seen her get a...

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Alexandria Y.


Lexington, KY

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Alexandria

Hello, My name is Alexandria. I regularly watch my two younger sisters, one of whom is a special needs child. In the past, I have worked as a tutor for children ages 3 to 12 and as an assistant teacher at a daycare. I am currently a Junior at DePaul University, but I am back in Lexington for the summer.
Alexandria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
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Rebeca M.


Lexington, KY

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

My name is Rebeca and I'm a veterinary technician. I have experience with animals, babies and kids of all ages. I started taking care of children at a young age, by helping my aunt and uncle with their twins. I also have some experience with special needs kids, since I watched my little cousin who has Down Syndrome often. I'm...
I'd describe my personality as caring, Sweet, passionate I started working with kids when I was 12 at church. I like working with kids because they are entertaining and have a great Imagination In my spare time, I like to babysit; read, walk my dog. One thing you should know about me is That I'm very caring and knows how to...
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Hannah M.


Lexington, KY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Experienced Child Care Provider

I have 10+ years of experience working with infants and children, teaching at public schools and providing private child care. I previously worked as inclusion staff for children with special needs, and am certified in CPR, first aid, and am comfortable administering medicines such as EpiPen, insulin, and GI tube feeding. I...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

As a babysitter with experience , I enjoy babysitting and creating a safe and positive environment for them to grow. My kind and charismatic nature allows me to connect easily with children and build trusting relationships with them. I believe in open and honest communication with parents, ensuring that I follow their preferred...
Sophia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jasmine B.


Lexington, KY

$16-22/hr7 yrs exp

Date Night Sitter :)

Hi there!! A little about me - Born and raised in Lexington, Kentucky. I am an elementary education major at eastern Kentucky, where I study online. I have a passion for childcare and education from infant all the way to teens! I have 7 years of experience and have a background in special needs care as well. Please feel free to...
Jasmine can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
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Isabella S.


Lexington, KY

$15-50/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny!

I like working with kids because I am a very caring and loving person. I love helping people in any way I can! I'm looking for a job that is flexible during after school on weekdays. I started working with kids when I was 14. In my spare time, I like to hang out with my friends and family, go to church, volunteer in the...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Jayden, but I prefer Jayde, I have worked with kids my entire life. I have three brothers and four sisters, two of them being special needs, as well as experience with foster kids and family's due to my mom being a foster parent. I'm really good at finding fun things to do and coming up with activities that everyone...
Jayden can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Gabriella B.


Lexington, KY

$16/hr6 yrs exp

Gabby

Hi! I am a sophomore at The University of Kentucky! I am studying kinesiology pre-physical therapy. I have a lot of experience with kids. I have previously nannied for two families who have kids with special needs. One family had twin 9-year-old girls with autism and I was with them for over 2 years. The other family had a...
Gabriella can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
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Jessie L.


Lexington, KY

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I am an incredibly reliable, patient, and kind person who has approximately 10 years of experience caring for children (special needs children included), from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will always receive the best care and support possible! I am also happy to do additional tasks if requested. I'm a...
Jessie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Sophie C.


Lexington, KY

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hi! I am a nursing student at the University of Kentucky. I graduate this December and am looking for a part time job this semester :) I have loved working with children and have had a huge passion for kids with special needs for around 8 years now! In high school, I worked for CLS (community living services) where I babysat and...
Sophie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Taylor L.


Lexington, KY

$10-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hi, My name is Taylor I'm a responsible, experienced senior in high school with a passion for babysitting, pet sitting, and housesitting. I've previously taught both infant and adolescent swim lessons, with a specialty in special needs swim lessons, creating valuable experiences in working with children of all ages. I'm CPR...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kaity P.


Lexington, KY

$15/hr7 yrs exp

Hi!

Hi! I am a Registered Behavior Technician with lots of experience working with children of all kinds (including special needs). I have also worked in schools, home, and clinical settings. Pay rates are negotiable. I have my RBT certification (disclaimer: unable to provide ABA therapy/practices without BCBA supervision), first...
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Morgan L.


Lexington, KY

$16-25/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Who Loves Kids!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I was babysat from just a few months old up to the age of 12 and my babysitter was one of the most important people in my life. She had such a big impact on who I am today, and I want to have that same impact on your children. Growing up with her, she babysat a few other families and, as the oldest, I was always...
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I'd describe my personality as nurturing, fun-loving, and responsible! I like working with kids because I love to see the smiles on their faces when I do something silly or make them laugh. I also love to be silly with them and make everything a fun and memorable moment. I'm looking for a job that is willing to work with my...
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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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 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.