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60 special needs caregivers are listed in McKinney, TX

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in McKinney, TX

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Alyssa B.


McKinney, TX

$20/hr2 yrs exp

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Hey! My name is Alyssa and I'm thrilled to start my journey in babysitting. I am 21 years old with 7 siblings including one with special needs. My passion for helping others comes from my mom who has been a hospice nurse her whole life. I'm a genuine, caretaking & loving person. Around the age of 10 I started taking care of my 3...
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Jillian F.


McKinney, TX

$16-50/hr1 yrs exp

I Have Not Had A Ton Of Experience With Babysitting But Am Excited To Do So!

Hello! My name is Jillian and I am currently in college studying to be a nurse! I have had experience working with special needs kids, and children from the ages 5+. In high school, I was a part of a program called PALS, where I had the opportunity to mentor kids throughout the year! Within this program, I would go to elementary...
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Jamie A.


McKinney, TX

$8-29/hr20 yrs exp

Loving Nanny

I am a dedicated and compassionate nanny with over 20 years of experience providing care and support to families and children. My expertise stretches across various age groups and needs, from newborns to 12-year-olds, including those with special needs. I am CPR certified, ensuring that your child's safety and health are always...
Jamie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Erica M.


McKinney, TX

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Erica! I have a degree from Texas Tech University in Human Development and Family Sciences. I am currently working full time with adults with special needs but am looking for a career change! I have been babysitting since I was 16 and I love being around kids! I worked as a part time nanny in college and loved it. In...
Erica can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Laci T.


McKinney, TX

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Laci! For the past 4+ I've been working with babies and toddlers (Including children with disabilities/special needs) I'm also a neonatal photographer at specialized hospitals in the area, so I have lots of experience with brand new babies, and working in healthcare! I love helping children learn, and seeing them grow!...
Laci can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hi there, I'm Madison! I consider myself to be kind, reliable, & hard working. I absolutely adore children of all ages and abilities. My journey with childcare began at the age of 8 when my little sister was born. By age 12, I viewed babysitting as a job and worked for many neighbors, friends and family. Throughout the years I...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
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Mary M.


McKinney, TX

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Medication Set-up, Medication Administration, Wound Care And More

I'm a RN with over 15 years of home health experience. I work with children with special needs as well as adults. It gives me great pleasure and satisfaction to make the lives of my patients better, either by nursing them back to health or just making them comfortable.
Mary can also help with: Visiting nurse, hospice services, personal care

Natalie M.


McKinney, TX

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Natalie I am a 23-year-old nanny studying Special Education, Child Development and Speech Pathology. I have 10 years of experience working with children and infants from 2 weeks all the way up to teens in both school and home settings. I love to play outdoors, create crafts and engage with children in...
5.0
"Natalie is sweet, dependable and super fun. My girls just adored her! She worked for us for 3 years. It was a sad day in our house when she moved. She will love on your kids like they were her own! My daughter has Down syndrome and she was wonderful with her....

Terri M.

Kiana C.


McKinney, TX

$18/hr3 yrs exp

I've been caring for children for over three years this is not including my own . I'm passionate about providing a safe, nurturing environment for them to grow and learn. I've had the privilege of caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens, and I have experience with special needs children as well. I'm patient,...
Kiana can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She has a kid of her own and has babysat before."

Courtney C.

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Songiso N.


McKinney, TX

$17/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

Hi My name is Songi, and I have 4yrs experience working with people who have special needs. I worked at a Day hub for 4yrs in Lewisville untill the company closed. This was a Day care facility meant for people with special needs only.

Diva B.


McKinney, TX

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Diva

I absolutely have a love and passion for all children. Being a part of childhood development and growth is what keeps me going everyday. I have experience as a teacher and behavioral therapist but also as a parent (so I will love your little ones like my own). I understand that finding someone for your child is not just about...
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Katelyn P.


McKinney, TX

$16-21/hr6 yrs exp

Autisum Support Specialist (previously Teacher And ABA Therapist)

I have taught Aba as a therapist for 3 plus years. I am familiar with aac devices and limited sign language. I have worked with nonverbal children as a nanny for 2 years and have worked in early childhood education of both neurotypical and behaviorally challenged as a teacher and paraprofessional. I am working on my masters...

Timela B.


McKinney, TX

$19-40/hr

Put Your Mind At Ease !

Hi there! You can call me Mela! I've been part of the caregiving world for over 7 years, and I genuinely love what I do , it's a true passion of mine. I have experience in various areas, including bathing, dressing, feeding, transportation, grocery shopping, housework, managing incontinence, assisting with mobility, meal...

Olajumoke F.


McKinney, TX

$20/hr2 yrs exp

I Have 4 Years Experience With With Kids.

Have also worked with special needs kids in life skills. Am a mom of 3 and I was a stay home mom for years to take care of my kids.

Giovanna M.


McKinney, TX

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

SMILE CREATOR

I have 5 years of experience. I am a registered behavior technician for kids with special needs I work with kids every day as my main full-time job. I can help with Travel and Errands. I am comfortable working around pets however I am not taking care of the dog just if I am hired as a pet sitter as well. I love kids this Is not...
Giovanna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Katelyn P.


McKinney, TX

$25-31/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as patient, loving and fun I love all children and babies. I can help with homework, light housekeeping, driving to sports and making light meals. I am CPR and first aid trained as well as have a background in early childhood education. I also have experience working with special needs children as a...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Sofia R.


McKinney, TX

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Caring Babysitter With A Medical Touch.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello family! My name is Sofia and I am 24 years old. I am currently enrolled in a Medical Assistant Program (graduating soon) and working toward furthering my education as a LPN, and then RN. First, I want to gain field experience as a MA and then seek to enter a bridge LPN program and pass the NCLEX. Since I am interested in...
Sofia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Harper C.


Allen, TX

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Carpooling. I have nannied for a family for over 3 years(ages 20 months-5 years old). I've help changed diapers, put kids to sleep and bathed and also drove them when necessary. I have also helped the kiddo who has special needs learn ways to communicate with...
Harper can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We interviewed Harper and I was really impressed. She seems very experienced, responsible, capable and thoughtful with the way she cares for children. We ended up needing someone sooner than she was planning to move to Lubbock, but I am certain she'd do a great...

Brooke F.

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Cecilia W.


Frisco, TX

$25-33/hr5 yrs exp

4.0

(1)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Ceci and I am a Licensed Profession Therapist (LPC). I was a tutor, nanny and dog sitter throughout my college years and am currently taking a break from my therapist role. I recently worked in a psychiatric crisis hospital and am seeking a part-time or full-time position as a caregiver and helper. I graduated...
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

4.0
"We hired Cici from July-October 2021. We thought she would be our "saving grace" and often bragged about how awesome our nanny was. My daughter really loved her and still asks for her. She was trustworthy & traveled with us, which she made it super easy to do. I...

Samantha P.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through five years of experience as a CNA. Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. BLS and CPR certified (current).

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in McKinney, TX

Natalie M.

5.0

Natalie is sweet, dependable and super fun. My girls just adored her! She worked for us for 3 years. It was a sad day in our house when she moved. She will love on your kids like they were her own! My daughter has Down syndrome and she was wonderful with her. She helped with homework, hygiene...

- Terri M.

Kiana C.

5.0

She has a kid of her own and has babysat before.

- Courtney C.

Harper C.

5.0

We interviewed Harper and I was really impressed. She seems very experienced, responsible, capable and thoughtful with the way she cares for children. We ended up needing someone sooner than she was planning to move to Lubbock, but I am certain she'd do a great job.

- Brooke F.

Cecilia W.

4.0

We hired Cici from July-October 2021. We thought she would be our "saving grace" and often bragged about how awesome our nanny was. My daughter really loved her and still asks for her. She was trustworthy & traveled with us, which she made it super easy to do. I have a lot of great things to say...

- Samantha P.

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Ratings for McKinney, TX special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in McKinney, TX are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.