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104 special needs caregivers are listed in Louisville, KY
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Louisville, KY
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Vaccinated :) I have been a CNA for over 16 years. I worked at a daytime facility for special needs adults and I have worked with special needs children and adults.
I currently work for a Very well respected company on a Crisis Team for Children in Mental Health Crisis. I have experience with Children on the Spectrum...
5.0
"She was absolutely the best!!! So caring and kind with my kiddos - I would have her back any day."
Christina B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Before attending IUS, I attended WKU in Bowling Green, KY. I was a tutor for student disabilities for two years and loved it!!!
5.0
"Keshia is such a positive light and a true role model. She arrived early, with a smile on her face and ready to engage with our son. She is every positive thing you could imagine a babysitter/individual to be! She is kind, compassionate, friendly, intelligent,...
Nicole P.
Karen H.
Louisville, KY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Specializing In Cognitive Disabilities PRN
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I currently work full time with adults with traumatic brain injuries as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in a community based setting. I have worked in this setting for 10 years, and I also have experience working with elders in SNF setting. I am looking to pick up PRN work in evenings or weekends.
5.0
"Karen was very helpful for post operative care assistance I hired her for. She helped with bathing and wound care and was very professional with a great personality. I plan to use her again!"
Trish L.
5.0
(1)
I have 22 years + of special education experience, as a Board Certified teacher, special Education teacher, and tutor. I travel life paths with families, and help navigate the bumps in the road.
Please ask for my references and resume.
5.0
"Very friendly and engaging. Gets to know the child and what makes them tick. Works on their strengths and weaknesses. Very organized and easy to get along. Very involved with parents, child and the school. Highly recommend."
Deborah L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am presently certified in Ohio as a Waiver Provider for the Department of Disabilities. I have cared for several individuals, including infants, children and adults with many different diagnoses. I am a quick learner and love caring for people!
Jacora B.
Louisville, KY
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Work with patients who require assistance with day-to-day living. Responsible for overseeing the smooth operations of the facility. Supervise current employees and the events that take place within the facility. Also contact doctors to update medication and also contact the pharmacy. Conduct meeting on changes with clients and...
5.0
"Jacora is AMAZING with my ADHD son! She is caring but firm with his requests. She handles his struggles like a pro. I would hire her to watch any of my children any time. "
Megan C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Great guy who is Fun, Caring available to help your family! I have years of experience and I am looking for some part time work as I have some extra free time.
I have raised 4 of my own children to adulthood and now I am available to you! I have a son with autism, I have worked in a group home and have all kinds of experience...
5.0
"I worked for Monti A. in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He taught me everything I needed to know to perform my job, and took the time to show me when I didn't understand. He's very personable and has a lot of patience with employees and customers. He worked a lot of hours...
Jean W.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'd love to meet and get to know your family! I am non-smoking, punctual, dependable, honest and easy going. I have worked with children from the cradle to geriatric care. I have many years of experience working with Developmentally delayed and Medically involved individuals.
My children are grown now (all 5 of them!) and I am...
5.0
"Jewel is a huge part of my son's life. She is prepared with curriculum and projects designed to address his needs, strengths, and areas of potential development. Every time she leaves, it only takes a couple of hours before I hear the question, "When is Jewel...
Ray K.
Cady R.
Louisville, KY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Looking For Part-Time Or Full-Time Position
4.8
(6)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I have 12 years of experience as a nanny/housekeeper. I have cared for a wide range of ages from newborn to teenage and also with special needs children. I have been CPR certified, have my own transportation, am a non smoker and am comfortable with pets. I'm comfortable with doing all housekeeping, dishes, laundry, running...
Cady can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Cady was a great sitter for our 3 kids. Reliable and dependable."
Aaron J.
Aaliyah S.
Louisville, KY
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.4
(5)
Hello, my name is Aaliyah and I'm so excited to meet you. I am the youngest of 7, but my mom fostered when I was growing up, so helping families and taking care of kids has become natural to me. I have been babysitting since I was around 14 years old. Most of my experience is with children ranging from 4 weeks-12 years. I have...
Aaliyah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Aaliyah is one of the best people I've seen with kids. She has amazing patience and very responsible.
For anyone who is looking for a nanny/babysitter, I would strongly recommend Aaliyah, she is an amazing nanny who will care for your children like they are...
Owen R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a camp counselor for special needs people during the summer of 2022 in California and New York Lions Camp Badgers in 2023, I know a little about sign languages.
Also I took care of my sister and brother when they was little, I also took care of my neighbors' children
I'd describe my personality as respectful,...
Greysi can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Greysi is calm, personable and a go-getter. She takes ownership over her work and is great with kids. She doesn’t arrive with the idea of doing the bare minimum, but will suggest other things she can do. She is very responsible and wonderful and easy to get along...
Maya C.
5.0
(30)
Hired by 52 families in your neighborhood
Hello to All,
My name is Keshia. Born and raised in Louisville, KY. I left recently for four years and just to live in Miami, FL where I was a nanny for celebrities/ high profile clients. I became a caregiver at as child as I'am the eldest of six kids. In 2008 and 2009, my freshman and sophomore year in college I was a note...
Lakeshia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Keisha did a great job with our 2 year old son. She played with him and went through his bedtime routine. Our little guy was immediately comfortable with her. "
Care member
5.0
(30)
Hired by 36 families in your neighborhood
I am an elementary school counselor and adoption social worker. I have over 20 years of experience caring for children, 3+ years as a nanny, babysitting for countless families, working at a daycare with infants- 5, mentoring, tutoring & transporting foster children from 0-17 years of age, interviewing and assessing foster &...
Corie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Corie is amazing!! She's such a wonderful sitter & started watching our baby when she was only a few months old. We completely trust her & she's great with dogs. Book with Corie if you can, she's wonderful!"
Morgan S.
Torri T.
Louisville, KY
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm available immediately! I've been an in-home nanny and "mother's helper" for two years with the same family, carin for an infant and now 2. 5-year-old. I have also previously been a nanny, house cleaner and in-home caregiver for the elderly. I've worked with babies and young kids for 5 years, and I also have experience with...
Torri can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Torri to watch my 2y old for about 4 months, she was an amazing responsible caregiver going over and beyond my husband and I expectations. Not only did she watch her she worked with her development throughout the time she was present. "
Care member
Melissa E.
Louisville, KY
$18-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Caregiver/Occupational Therapy Practitioner
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have taken great care of several family members and close friends diagnosed with various stages of dementia, different forms of cancer, as well as diabetes. I am passionate about what I do because I know what it is like to have to depend on someone for all your needs, and trust, compassion, and integrity are all of critical...
Melissa can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Melissa is an excellent caregiver. She is trustworthy, dependable, compassionate, professional, and personable. She has great attention to detail, maintaining safety, hygiene, and providing companionship. I highly recommend Melissa."
Patty C.
In college, I majored in both early childhood and special education. I am currently still in the process of working on my master's in reading specialist and special education. I really enjoy working with kids and have a lot of experience with kids in special education classrooms. I was an aide this past year in a school district...
Hi! My name is Taylor. I worked in an adult day program for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities for a year in college, then worked as a private caregiver for a person with special needs through college. I earned my bachelors degree in social work, and went on to work with adults with special needs in the...
I have provided partial and full physical assistance with preparing and serving meals, bathing and personal hygiene, administering medications, household cleaning, redirecting for appropriate interpersonal and social skills, transportation to and from appointments as well as monitoring for general safety for special needs...
Hi! My name is Hope, I am 21 years old and attend the University of Louisville with a major in education with a track in learning and behavioral disorders. My passion is teaching and caring for those who have disabilities. I am CPR and first aid certified and am more than flexible to help fit the needs of the family.
I was a special educator for high school students for three years. My younger sister has Down syndrome so I have been around kids with disabilities my whole life and absolutely love them! I am patient and caring, yet firm and helping these individuals become as independent as possible. I have a baby now so I gave up teaching to...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Louisville, KY
Candy M.
5.0
She was absolutely the best!!! So caring and kind with my kiddos - I would have her back any day.
- Christina B.
Lakeshia W.
5.0
Keshia worked with our family for a few months helping us take care of our 8-year-old child who is in the autistic spectrum. She was wonderful with him. She is very sweet, honest, and always on time.
- Care member
Karen H.
5.0
Karen was very helpful for post operative care assistance I hired her for. She helped with bathing and wound care and was very professional with a great personality. I plan to use her again!
- Trish L.
Liz S.
5.0
Very friendly and engaging. Gets to know the child and what makes them tick. Works on their strengths and weaknesses. Very organized and easy to get along. Very involved with parents, child and the school. Highly recommend.
- Deborah L.
Jacora B.
5.0
Jacora is AMAZING with my ADHD son! She is caring but firm with his requests. She handles his struggles like a pro. I would hire her to watch any of my children any time.
- Megan C.
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Ratings for Louisville, KY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Louisville, KY are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 97 reviews of the 104 listed special needs caregivers.