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Amanda B.


Manchaca, TX

$25-50/hr7 yrs exp

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Hello! I'm Amanda, and I'm from Brazil. I'm currently seeking an Special Care position. Over the past 5 years, I have gained valuable experience with children and adults with neurology delay/dementia/aphasia/stroke. I've been graduated in Physical Therapy for 5 years in Brazil. Please feel free to reach out anytime.
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Marissa H.


Manchaca, TX

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Nanny / Child Care / Pet Care

Hello, recently moved to Austin area from New Braunfels, Texas and looking for a nanny/babysitting job! I currently go to college online part time and have super flexible hours. I was working at the main hospital in Vermont as the Lead Medical assistant working with high risk pregnancy patients and children in the pedi neuro...
Marissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Julie B.


Austin, TX

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Support

5.0

(2)

AVAILABILITY: Flexible time to help your loved one! Great as backup or Sub.. My past work experience includes many years in a hospital environment (1984 through 1998), child care director (1998 through 2006), special needs support for adults on the spectrum (2006 through 2020), senior care support/management (2017 through the...
Julie can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep, personal care, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Julie was a great caregiver for our elderly mom. She is very thoughtful and kind and always “went the extra mile“ in trying to make our mom comfortable and happy. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caregiver. "

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Renee W.


Austin, TX

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Creative Caregiver With 20+ Years Of Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of childcare experience, five of which were spent as a supervisor for the Parks . I'm skilled in working with newborns, toddlers, multiples, k-12, illness, children with special needs, food allergies, learning disabilities, unique arrangements, and tutoring. Every family is different, and I believe that...
Renee can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She was extremely helpful and willing to come over with little notice, made me and my family feel a lot better about the pressures that come with starting a new family. My daughter was only 3 months old at the time and I would trust Renee to assist me with child...

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Amy W.


Austin, TX

$38-50/hr10 yrs exp

nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I'm dedicated to fostering children's growth and development while providing reliable support for families. With a passion for creating a positive impact on young lives, I bring 10 years of experience and a college degree in Hospitality Management to my role. My patient and...
Amy can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Amy has a huge heart and an out-going personality. She genuinely enjoys talking to people and getting to them with her warm smile and naturally caring demeanor. I have been very close friends with Amy for over 10 years. She has always been there when I needed...

Lauren J.

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Bridgette I.


Austin, TX

$25-35/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter/tutor

Hired by 45 families in your neighborhood

Howdy! I'm Bridgette - a certified postpartum doula, advanced NCS, and career nanny. I've also taught at preschool, am a pediatric sleep consultant, and am well-versed in childhood nutrition. I have approximately 8 years of paid childcare experience ranging from ages 0 - 15 including families with multiples and children with...
Bridgette can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Bridgette has such a warm and beautiful soul. I hired her to help on set of a photo shoot where we had babies with special needs, and she was SUCH an asset. I would most certainly recommend Bridgette and would definitely want to have her again in the future."

Karlie J.

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Charlotte C.


Austin, TX

$26-30/hr3 yrs exp

Fun, Creative Nanny Seeking Family! Experience Working With Kids With Autism

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Charlotte, an enthusiastic and imaginative babysitter! A psychology graduate from UT Austin with a minor in Mandarin, I blend academic knowledge with practical experience. With three years of nannying experience and an additional year as a registered behavioral therapist for children on the spectrum, I'm equipped to...
Charlotte can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Our beloved Ms. Charlotte! She was so good with our 3 mos old. She was our nanny for 3 mos and she was incredibly reliable, timely, communicative, and we always felt very safe with her. I would hire her over and over again. She was so pleasant and sweet and very...

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Cara Aj K.


Austin, TX

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Aide

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey my name is Cara. I have been working as a early childhood educator and a special needs behavioral aide for many years. I have a certification in Autism Spectrum Disorder, and a specialty teaching an anti-racist curriculum at church with the kids. My BA is in Psychology. I am an avid musician taking a break from performing...
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Widdienne D.


Austin, TX

$27-30/hr6 yrs exp

My name is Widdienne, and I am a 33year-old part-time student at Texas State University, pursuing a degree in Health Care Administration. I am a dedicated, trustworthy, compassionate, and hardworking professional with extensive experience in caregiving. Over the years, I have worked with children, the elderly, and individuals...
Widdienne can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, respite care & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Widdienne is an excellent helper. I am disabled, so she was willing to do a variety of tasks to help me, including preparing a meal. I plan to use her services again. "

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Justyn B.


Austin, TX

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver!

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello, With over 16 years of experience as a childcare provider, I hold a Newborn Care Specialist certification and have studied holistic mother/baby care. I've completed additional training in Speech and Language Therapy, Autism Awareness, Infant Mental Health, ASL, and more. I have experience with multiples, special needs...
Justyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We loved working with Justyn. The cherry on top was meeting and getting to know her child! We love that our kiddo gets a playmate when Justyn sits. She is attentive in facilitating play between them. Her child is smiley and flexible, I think they are helping my...

Kelsey M.

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Sneha R.


Austin, TX

$25-44/hr7 yrs exp

Hey There, Families!

4.4

(7)

Hired by 43 families in your neighborhood

My name is Lyra, and I am from Austin, Texas. I am currently a Neuroscience & Psychology student at the UT-Austin, which means I know exactly how to get inside your kids' heads! Just kidding... or am I? I bring a unique blend of experience, creativity, and love. I've worked with kids of all ages - from infants to teenagers, &...
Sneha can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sneha was very sweet with our little boy, she took him on long walks, read and sang to him. Would definitely re-hire."

Alexandra B.

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Sadie H.


Kyle, TX

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Sadie! I've babysat countless times before and love working with kids. I was a summer camp counselor so I've cared for children from ages 1-15+ and I have experience looking after more than 10 kids at a time! I have a little experience with special needs, but my mom is an OT and she's taught me a lot from her...
Sadie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sadie was fantastic!!!! If she didn’t move away we definitely would have kept her for as long as possible. Our kids absolutely loved her & miss her so much! Could not have asked for anyone better!!! Good luck to you Sadie!! We know you’ll find another family in no...

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Sophie B.


Austin, TX

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Sophie. I am in College to be a Elementary Special Education Teacher. I have worked with lots of kids with Disabilities. (Autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, etc.) I just got home from working in an orphanage school and hospital in Ghana Africa. I love to play games, crafts and other fun things. I would love to come meet...
5.0
"My brother has Down syndrome so unfortunately he can not care for himself even though he is a adult. I wanted to find a care giver that would treat him like an adult Because he is one. I knew the first time we met Sophie she was the one. She talked to him like an...

Kevin J.

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Sneha R.


Austin, TX

$15-50/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am looking for a wonderful family to work with. I am 19 years old (currently in college) looking to share my knowledge, creativeness, and love with seniors. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I also have experience in caring for children with special needs and seniors with debilitating neurodegenerative diseases....
Sneha can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care, respite care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Sneha is a delightful person to work with. We had great communication before the job. She planned to be early just in case there were any hiccups. She was very kind and compassionate. She drove me to and from oral surgery and made sure I was in good hands...

Melissa D.

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Cara Aj K.


Austin, TX

$15-20/hr

Early Childhood Educator And Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey my name is Cara. I have been working as a early childhood educator and a special needs behavioral aide for many years. I have a certification in Autism Spectrum Disorder, and a specialty teaching an anti-racist curriculum at church with the kids. My BA is in Psychology. I am located in Delray Beach, FL not sure why it says...
Cara Aj can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Cara is such a fantastic person, really genuine and caring. Her personality really put our son at ease and developed a mentoring relationship that was really great in a time as crazy odd as Covid-19 and schooling at home."

Tara J.

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Amarantha R.


Austin, TX

$30/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there highly motivated & compassionate individual with a strong educational background and passion for nurturing young minds. I hold a BA in Psychology and am pursuing my Master's degree. I have hands-on experience as an RBT where I provide ABA therapy to children on the spectrum. I have extensive training in behavior...
5.0
"Wow. What a tremendous young lady. She was a perfect fit for the care we needed for our son. Thank you!"

Debbie G.

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Jennifer D.


Kyle, TX

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hi there!!!! My name is Jennifer and I am a Certified Special Needs Teacher. I have experience with Special Needs Children and completing my 17th year of Teaching.
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Jennifer was a Godsend!!! She would pick up my kiddos after school and stayed with them till either my husband or I came home. She moved away and we miss her a lot! "

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Rachel T.


Austin, TX

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny And Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Rachel and I'm looking forward to finding a family to help out during the summer. Before moving to Texas for graduate school, I was a full-time nanny for a family of 5 (ages 3 months-12 years). I am a music education business owner and work with school districts during the school year, which leaves my summers free to...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Rachel worked for us for almost 2 years. I have three children and when she started with our family they were 3 months, 6 and 9. She was a wonderful nanny. All of my children adored her (I have both boys and girls). She is very creative, energetic and is always...

Allison S.

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Sabrina C.


Kyle, TX

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of experience working with infants/ children from as small as 7-week-old to age 13. I have a great deal of experience with working with children of special needs, Autism and speech delay as well as working with premature and micro preemie so I have a lot of insight and have worked greatly along side with...
Sabrina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Trustline Certified

5.0
"Sabrina took care of our 4 year old daughter and 1 year old son for 6 months full-time. She was always great with the kids. Our daughter would constantly ask on the weekends "is Sabrina coming today?" I always appreciated that not only did the kids like Sabrina...

Alma H.

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Adriana S.


Austin, TX

$49/hr1 yrs exp

I am a second year Special Education teacher in Glendale Heights. I received my bachelor's degree from Loyola University Chicago. I majored in Special Education with English as Second Language, Bilingual, and Elementary endorsements. I have worked in both self-contained and

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Manchaca, TX

Julie B.

5.0

Julie was a great caregiver for our elderly mom. She is very thoughtful and kind and always “went the extra mile“ in trying to make our mom comfortable and happy. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caregiver.

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Renee W.

5.0

She was extremely helpful and willing to come over with little notice, made me and my family feel a lot better about the pressures that come with starting a new family. My daughter was only 3 months old at the time and I would trust Renee to assist me with child care again if ever need be.

- Care member

Amy W.

5.0

Amy has a huge heart and an out-going personality. She genuinely enjoys talking to people and getting to them with her warm smile and naturally caring demeanor. I have been very close friends with Amy for over 10 years. She has always been there when I needed her and cares for my family like her...

- Lauren J.

Bridgette I.

5.0

We connected with Bridgette for a one-time day of child care while we were visiting family in Austin and we are so thankful for her! Bridgette was great with our 2 year old son, and she provided us with the most thorough care notes we've ever received after her stay. We'd happily have her watch...

- Eleanor H.

Charlotte C.

5.0

This sounds over-the-top, but Charlotte is everything you want in a caregiver for your child. She's conscientious, communicative and enthusiastic. I can tell she doesn't just "sit" with my infant son—she really interacts with him and takes care of him. Could not recommend her more highly.

- Rebecca Q.

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