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Find special needs caregivers in Mesquite, TX that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Mesquite, TX

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 Mesquite, TX

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Myleigh K.


Dallas, TX

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter For 6 Years, Skilled In Caring For Children, And Those With Special Needs.

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Hello, I recently graduated from high school in Montana and embarked on an exciting new journey by moving to Texas to pursue my passion for cosmetology. As I navigate this new chapter in my life, I am eager to lend a helping hand in the community. I love kids and have experience taking care of my own pets making me a reliable...
Myleigh can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
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Nora L.


Garland, TX

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

I have 30+ years experience as a nanny. Very sweet and can speak Spanish and English fluently. I have experience in taking care of kids with special needs. I can work during the early hours of the day until you arrive home. I also have my own car so I can assist with small errands.
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Heaven B.


Forney, TX

$18-26/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have professional experience in care-giving. I am comfortable with transportation. I am familiar with Down syndrome, a member of my family has it and I have cared for her and been a friend to her. I am also an avid volunteer with Special Olympics.
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Sheena D.


Dallas, TX

$16-21/hr8 yrs exp

I have over 14 years of experience as a caregiver. I currently worked for dementia resident for over 8 years now. I am very understandable about any situation a person has or good through. I'm also a mother of 5 children so I have lots of patience.
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Nora L.


Garland, TX

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible And Caring Nanny

I've taken care of a variety of kids over the course of 20 years. I have experience in taking care of kids with down syndrome. I've taken care of and raised a child from infancy to six years of age.
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Yolanda S.


Dallas, TX

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant, Experienced Special Needs Provider, Hospice Exp., Private Duty.

I'm a mother of 3 grown sons whom I love with all of my heart. I consider myself a very loving and compassionate person who enjoys caring for others. I enjoy reading every now and then. I love listening and talking to people, and traveling whenever time permits me to do so. I have been a certified CNA since 4-25-1994, worked in...
I am a licensed RBT (Registered Behavioral Technician) and I love working with kids. I have certifications in Basic Life Support, CPR, and First-Aid. Im current in school working towards a bachelor's in psychobiology but my end goal is to be a pediatric psychiatrist. I'm super patient and working with kids is my passion!
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Symone J.


Dallas, TX

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

I am a licensed paraprofessional for kids with autism. I enjoy and truly love working with kids and providing their wants and needs.
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Bozena K.


Dallas, TX

$24-30/hr10 yrs exp

I'm very interested and highly qualified for your nanny position. It is almost identical to my previous Nanny position in a private home in Lake Forest for the last 1 year and 2 months. I worked and took care of an 11-year-old boy with autism. In Poland I was a kindergarten teacher for 30 years and then 4 years in USA. Always in...
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Ruth M.


Dallas, TX

$17-23/hr1 yrs exp

About Me

My name is Ruth, and I'm a 25-year-old nursing student with a deep passion for working with kids. I find joy in supporting their growth and development, especially when working with children who have special needs or are on the autism spectrum. Over the years, I've had the opportunity to work with children of various abilities,...
Ruth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Makenzie E.


Garland, TX

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

EMT In DTX

Hi! My name is MaKenzie and I am currently a student at the University of North Texas studying Biology and Psychology with the hopes to go into nursing. I have a plethora of experience working with special needs children, especially from a childcare or medical standpoint. I am free almost every evening and all day on weekends. I...
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Kilfa S.


Forney, TX

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hello families, I'm a positive and energetic person. I've been caring for senior & special needs for over 15yrs. I also work in a adult special need environment on a weekly basis. With me your love one will receive appropriate care & the up most respect. I'm a very detail oriented person and don't require supervision. Being able...
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Heather G.


Forney, TX

$25/hr9 yrs exp

7 Year Experience As A Registered Medical Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my names is Heather I have 9 year experience as a medical Assistant. I enjoy working with and helping others. I am currently a National registered medical Assistant, first aid and CPR certified, and basic life support certification. I have worked with mentally disabled patients, home health care, memory care, internal...
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Sarah N.


Garland, TX

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hi there! I'm a fun-loving and responsible babysitter with a passion for working with kids. I believe in creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn and grow. I have worked as a tutor for special needs children for the past two years and as a sitter for almost five. From playing games and doing crafts to...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Farrah R.


Dallas, TX

$25-38/hr5 yrs exp

Bilingual Nanny With 5 Years Of Experience

Hey there! My name is Farrah, it's great to meet you! I am 30 years old, fluent in Spanish and English, and have a Biology degree from the University of Memphis. I have five years of experience being a nanny and babysitter, and am looking for my next role here in the Dallas area! I really enjoy taking care of children of all...
Farrah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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"Farrah has taken care of my children on many different occasions over the years. She is always on time, great with communication, and my kids love her! She is also kind and respectful, something that is important to my family and myself. I've had a few different...

Haley J.

Hi! I used to be a special needs teacher in high school and college working with different types of disabilities. I have a reliable car and a non smoker!
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Janita R.


Balch Springs, TX

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced With Elderly And Special Needs

I have worked with home health almost three years. Right now, I work at a high school here in Mesquite, TX. I work with the special education department, and have been there for four years. I must say that I love taking care of the elderly and the disabled.
Janita can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, meal prep, personal care
Skills:

CNA

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Katherine F.


Forney, TX

$10-20/hr8 yrs exp

Part Or Full Time Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had the opportunity to babysit for families all throughout high school and college, held part time jobs working at a children's gym and a pediatric physical therapy clinic, coached middle school volleyball teams, and have helped out in nurseries. I have held two full-time summer nanny positions (with teaching/tutoring...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jana C.


Garland, TX

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Jana and I love children very much. They bring such joy to me. Would love to sit for your child. I am a dedicated Christian woman and belong to Preston Wood Baptist Church in Plano, Texas. I have a child with Autism and his name is Morgan. He is 30 years old. I have been in the medical field for over 20 years. Looking...
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Sunkaru B.


Forney, TX

$25-50/hr15 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Sunkaru B. I have been working in group home / special needs for the past 15 years. I enjoy helping others and recognize that this type of role requires patience and compassion as well as an ability to adapt to the continually changing needs of those I assist. I have worked with autistic children inside and...
Sunkaru can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

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