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103 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

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Meredith S.


Louisville, KY

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

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I have previously been a caregiver for a 16-year-old boy with Cerebral Palsy for almost 2 years. He was only able to communicate through sign language which I am fluent in because I have a profoundly deaf brother. I know how to be patient as his response time could take up to a minute and he was also a fall risk. I was employed...
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Stephanie C.


Louisville, KY

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

I miss having a baby to love.

In my first nanny position, which was a looooooooong time ago, I worked with two boys, and then helped when their sister was born. She was born prematurely and came home at just under 5 pounds (if I remember correctly). This is my only experience with a premature infant, but I feel confident that I can take care of babies with...
Hello! :) I have 2 years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis and around 2 years in a special education classroom setting. I'm currently getting my masters to become a LBD special education teacher. I have the most experience with children ages 2-10.
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Erika M.


Louisville, KY

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Teacher Looking For Part Time Nanny Job

Hello, my name is Erika. I am an Elementary Education major at Grand Canyon University and I have over 5 years of experience working in a licensed childcare facility. I have experience working with kids ages 2 months old---15 years of age. I have experience directing a preschool, and I currently work for the Peoria School...
I have no certificates to care for special needs, but I do have experience caring for a down syndrome child. I want to become an Occupational Therapist, and have interned at pediatric therapy locations, which have given me insight and education with working with children with special needs. I have shadowed over 50 hours...
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Sarah C.


Louisville, KY

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have past experience caring for children ages 4 months-13 years including a child with disabilities, working as a CLS (community living services) watching and taking care of pre-teen with autism, also taking care of his 3 other siblings. I am reliable, trustworthy and passionate! I love doing outdoor activities and crafts of...
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Christine B.


Louisville, KY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Lifelong Student

I have worked with adults with disabilities for more than 10 years in employment. This has included personal care such as feeding (with a tube as well), changing, showering, as well as cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping and other tasks of daily living. I support the individual to participate in the ways that he/she is able to....
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Molly W.


Louisville, KY

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Developing Young Minds

Habilitation Masters Specialist, provided infant and adult clients with in-home services related to habilitative therapies, special developmental skills, behavior intervention and sensori-motor development.
Hi! I am an educator and caregiver with a degree in Early Childhood Development and a passion for working with individuals with special needs. I have experience working with children, ages 6 months - 12 years, as a nanny, a professional ballet instructor, and in licensed childcare facilities, and volunteer experience working...
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Keisha M.


Louisville, KY

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Caregiver/companion. Worked with a private family. My patient had dementia. As his stages progressed the family decided to move to Florida. I was responsible for light house keeping, cooking and bathing.
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Anna P.


Louisville, KY

$10-15/hr

Graduate Student Looking To Earn Some Money

Hello, I am a graduate student studying Industrial and Organizational Psychology at Western Kentucky University. I am looking to make some extra money while in school and have enjoyed working with special needs individuals in the past. I worked as a Behavioral Technicians Assistant during my undergraduate degree and took care of...
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Christina S.


Louisville, KY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

I have worked with Seniors, Special Needs Adults and Children for 10+ years from ages 74 years to 3 years. I am currently working for a home health company providing seniors with support and independence in their own homes. I have worked one-on-one providing activities, lesson plans, meal planning with nutrition, and outings in...
My name is Binta, I'm 20 years old and have over 5 years of childcare experience. This experience is still ongoing as I have a young niece and nephew and care for them often. I have experience with children as young as 2 months and as old as 13 years old. I also have experience with special needs and disabled children.
I am a nurse of 7 months, CNA of 11 years. I am here to help anyway I can. I have a son who is ADHD as well, so I am patient and very attentive. Also I work for a LTC facility whose diagnoses range from copd-down syndrome.
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Kaelyn B.


Louisville, KY

$16-24/hr1 yrs exp

I work for a family in my hometown that has a daughter on the autism spectrum. I work for them when I am home for the summer. She is medium functioning. I help drive her around, feed her, bath her, and anything else the family needs from me.
Hello! I'm a friendly mom with a background in special education looking to help other families on occasion. I've babysat previously and worked with kiddos on the spectrum for almost 10 years in homes settings. With my background, I can promote learning in fun and natural ways. I look forward to getting to know your family!
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Laura G.


Louisville, KY

$22-30/hr7 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Laura and I recently moved to NYC to further pursue my education in Occupational Therapy. I am a part time ABA practitioner, where I work with a young boy with Autism. My experiences range from all ages, where I have cared for kids and individuals with disabilities since I was 15 years old. I truly feel that I...
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Jennifer R.


Louisville, KY

$16-20/hr6 yrs exp

Elementary Teacher/ Loving Mother Of Two Girls

I have taught 2-year-olds-5 th grade for over 12 years and love helping children lf all ages! I have worked as a fitness instructor and trainer at milestone, Bellarmine, YMCA and LAC and a drug rep for Pfizer. I would love to help you with your child I have two daughters who are now 21&22 and understand the feeling of being a...
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Anna S.


Louisville, KY

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist - Experienced Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a recent graduate from The Ohio State University with a doctorate in Occupational Therapy. I am in search of part- or full-time child or older adult care employment prior to the start of my full-time OT job. I have worked closely with both children and adults in various care positions including as a teaching assistant at...
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Sherri S.


Louisville, KY

$15-22/hr5 yrs exp

I worked 25 years in the Medical field as an X-ray and Ct technologist. Worked for the past 5 years for a care giving company. Past year working for myself. I enjoy working and helping people who have the need for help. Love the interaction of people I care for. References available.

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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 103 listed special needs caregivers.