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145 special needs caregivers are listed in Nashville, TN
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Nashville, TN
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My journey with music led me to Nashville, my love for children, and my obsession with music and how it affects the brain landed me a position working with a child who suffered from a brain injury. What I learned from that experience was life-changing. I have six years of experience working with families doing private childcare,...
5.0
"Angela was our full time nanny for 1 year then continued to nanny for us part time for 2 more years. To say we adore her is an understatement. We are a challenging family (4 kids - 1 with severe special needs, 1 with a strong will : ) and twins) and she showed up...
Elizabeth D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked with children with disabilities for almost 6 years with kids between the ages of 4 and 17 on the Autism Spectrum and with behavioral disabilities. I am CPR and First Aid certified and have many behavioral trainings. I am a loving and caring person available to help you and your family.
Keandria W.
Nashville, TN
$14-19/hr • 4 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
I love giving out attention and love. I have four years of experience working with autistic kids. What I have learned about caring for them is Your child may need a five minute, two minute or one minute warning before there is a change of activity or behavior. For example saying you have five minutes but not waiting the whole...
5.0
"Our child is 5 years old and autistic and we booked Keandria the day before our evening event. She responds very quickly and we met the next day. She is such a sweetheart and ever since then I have hired her for multiple outings my child trust her which is great....
Mary C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have never truly cared or looked after someone with special needs but I do have a passion for volunteering and being around children with special needs. I have been involved with clubs through out high school and college that included hanging out and raising money for people with special needs. I absolutely loved it and...
5.0
"Molly was wonderful with our children! She was a loving, dependable, and fun sitter. She was helpful with homework, caring for them when they were sick, planned fun activities, and great with the bed time routine. We would happily use her again in the future and...
Kelly G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Teresa, but you can call me T! I have 12 years of experience working with people who have intellectual/developmental disabilities like down syndrome and autism. I have helped friends and families over the past 10 years with childcare. I am very enthusiastic and I love to have fun! Children usually gravitate toward...
5.0
(1)
A caring individual who travels back and forth from Tennessee to Florida. Absolutely love what I do. From helping around the house with my (2) special needs siblings, to making it a career and extending an hand to the community.
5.0
"Amber is get for all services house domestic, cooking, and transportation. I hired her for secretarial work and provide management with day-to-day administrative care. Her duties include but weren't limited to answering phone calls and managing correspondence...
Mersadies K.
Rachel H.
Nashville, TN
$24-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Current Pre-school Special Ed Aide & Experienced Nanny; Looking For Next Transition.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently employed with Metro Nashville Schools as a full-time Paraprofessional (classroom aide). I work in Pre-K, mostly with students with a wide range of special needs, including autism.
Immediately before this role, I was a nanny for two subsequent families here in Nashville - ages: infant, 1, and 6.
I began...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel has been watching my 6 month old for the last couple of months. Some things I value: She’s always focused on my little one while she’s here and tries to expose him to a variety of activities. She was patient with my son as he adjusted to his first caregiver...
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3.6
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello: My name is Princess. I am mature, professional nanny with over 20 years experience. I am experience in keeping multiple children, twins and triplets. I have cared for children from newborn to adults. I specialize in infant and toddler care. I have had a tdap, flu, pneumonia and Covid vaccinations. I am CPR, AED, and First...
Princess can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Trustline Certified
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Princess has been a joy to work with from day 1! She is caring and thoughtful with our baby girl and has helped her develop new skills (longer naps, responding to her name, independent play, etc). Princess would absolutely be an asset in anyone's home and a sweet...
Teresa B.
Stephanie A.
Nashville, TN
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am dependable and an attentive babysitter/pet sitter. I have worked with children for nearly 10+years, all varying in ages. I have worked for Murfreesboro City Schools system as a Lead Special Needs Instructor and worked/ still continue to work for 4+ families.
I currently live in Nashville, TN (Gulch) but I do not...
Stephanie can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Stephanie was great with our 4-year-old son and 7-year-old daughter! She was on time, polite, and energetic. She provided lots of updates and pictures throughout the night and even OKed a surprise she had planned for the kids ahead of time."
Cassandra S.
Paulette P.
Nashville, TN
$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting little cousins and family friends since I was 13. As well, I care took for a guy with special needs for a little over a year and worked at a summer camp for people with special needs for 6 years. (So I've repeated safety trainings multiple times to the point of teaching others to get them safety certified...
Paulette can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Polly is one of the most delightful young women we have ever had the chance to hire. Always happy to be there, no personal drama, and very skilled in her duties to our profoundly disabled son. When caring for him she knew what to do, and treated him like her equal....
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Trinity T.
Nashville, TN
$25-28/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am an 23-year-old nursing student and Aesthetician, who has always loved caring for little ones. I've been babysitting in the Nashville area for about 7 years now through Care. com. I have worked with kids from the ages of 4 months to 13 years old. I have twin experience, as well as experience administering medication and...
Trinity can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We've had Trinity babysit for our 11 month old twin boys and she did a fabulous job with them. A natural with kids and a huge help around the house, very proactive! Thanks for being awesome, and would definitely recommend her!"
Keriann B.
4.7
(14)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children professionally for 25 years and I have a degree in Psychology with minors in Child Development and Statistics. I am also qualified as a Newborn Specialist. I have a lot of experience with children of all ages and with special needs. I am comfortable caring for many children at the same time. I...
Kristin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"From our very first communication with Kristin, she has been kind and professional! Kristin is a joy to have caring for our two children. She is always on time, reliable and her ability to creatively engage with our kids always makes the transition of leaving easy....
Charles M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been nannying for 7 years next to my writing career. It's taught me patience, true communication, compassion, and responsibility. I am 24 years old but have been working in childcare since age 14, and it's been one of my greatest joys. I am caring, organized, energetic, and a huge hands on helper. I'd love to work with you...
Skylar can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Skylar has been an outstanding babysitter to our two boys for over 9 months now and we would absolutely recommend her services. She is always punctual and is also available for additional hours which is great. She has a fun personality and comes up with interesting...
Yewebdar T.
Betsy B.
Nashville, TN
$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny For All Ages! I'd Love To Hear From You! :)
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there!
My name is Betsy. I am a fun loving 30-year-old who loves working with children from all ages and abilities. I love creating a fun loving and creative environment for kids to explore! I am an experienced nanny, house cleaner, and home organizer. I LOVE to teach children's yoga, music and theater classes and have...
Betsy can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Betsy is reliable, smart and loving caregiver for your children. She nannied for us for a whole summer, 2 kids. She took them on fun adventures, was playful and planned. She's a great cook, was always on time and a strong communicator. She'd be an asset to any...
Nifer B.
5.0
(2)
Hi! I'm Caroline. I have been babysitting for almost 15 years and have worked as a nanny for multiple families, and also worked as a day camp counselor for almost 10 years. I am the oldest of 4 sisters and have a large extended family, so I have helped take care of children my whole life! I also have extensive experience working...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We have used Caroline several times now for watching our two children under the age of 4, she always shows up on time & is excellent with giving our babies the attention you hope a babysitter would!! "
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5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I just graduated with a degree in education. I have taught toddlers at my church and have worked in church with all ages. In this capacity, I have also worked with special needs children as well as with disabled young adults as a volunteer. I have provided babysitting services since I was 13 years old, and have siblings ages 7,...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Hannah since a 3K class. She is the most caring, loving, and loyal friend I have. She works with children at her church and the children love her so much. I would highly recommend her, she would be a blessing to any family."
Mckenzie C.
Ryan W.
Nashville, TN
$22-37/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for 15 years and have been nannying full-time for 8 years! In my years working in childcare I have worked with newborns, twins, kids of varying ages, and families with many different schedules and dynamics. I have also worked with children with special needs and care plans including premature...
Ryan can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Ryan is fabulous. I'm so sad to be losing her due to a relocation, would hire again 110%!!!"
Nina F.
Alli S.
Nashville, TN
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alli and I am 29 years old. I just recently relocated to Nashville from Rhode Island. I have worked as a nanny, babysitter, mother's helper in some capacity over the past 14 years. The children that I have worked with have ranged in age between infant to 16 years old. Experience that I have with infants has been with...
Alli can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Madison M.
Nashville, TN
$26-40/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have been nannying for over 10 years and am fully CPR/First Aid certified. I live in Los Angeles and currently hold a B. A from University of Arizona. I have nannied for over 12 high profile families over the years. I have experience working with children from ages preemie/newborn to 12 years of age. My most recent families...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Madison was exactly what I needed to help with my twin girls. She helped me from when they were 3-5 months. She was always on time and was easy to work with and communicate with. She was great with my girls. Very dedicated to their needs and spent a lot of time...
Jocelyn M.
Anna B.
Nashville, TN
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced, Fun, Responsible, And Caring Babysitter In Millbrook And Prattville Area
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 24-year-old NICU nurse at Ascension St Thomas Hospital. I hold a BSN from the University of Alabama. I am experienced in nannying, daycare, and pediatric and neonatal nursing. I was previously a full time nanny to an infant boy from 3-10 months in East Nashville. I also overnight and travel nanny for a 20-month-old. I...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Anna is by far the best babysitter we’ve ever had. Our son adores her. She is patient, kind, oh and did I mention she’s a nurse in the NICU. She has loads of experience. "
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Nashville, TN
Angela H.
5.0
Angela was our full time nanny for 1 year then continued to nanny for us part time for 2 more years. To say we adore her is an understatement. We are a challenging family (4 kids - 1 with severe special needs, 1 with a strong will : ) and twins) and she showed up with a smile on her face every day...
- Elizabeth D.
Keandria W.
5.0
Keandria interviewed with us and she was extremely thorough and you can tell she has the experience with children. She is definitely on my list to hire when services are needed in the future.
- Tawny W.
Molly S.
5.0
Molly is amazing. Once you meet her you'll know what I'm talking about. She is so engaged with the kids and caring and dependable. I have an 8, 6 and 3 year old and Molly handled all of them NO problem. She even drove my little one to school and swim class and I had no worries leaving her with...
- Jenn E.
Amber O.
5.0
Amber is get for all services house domestic, cooking, and transportation. I hired her for secretarial work and provide management with day-to-day administrative care. Her duties include but weren't limited to answering phone calls and managing correspondence meetings, scheduling appointments, and...
- Mersadies K.
Rachel H.
5.0
Rachel is absolutely wonderful! Our 9 month old and 5 year old love her, and always have a good time when she’s here. She’s attentive, caring, responsible, patient, and makes sure to keep our girls entertained with different activities. I highly recommend her!
- Anais S.
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Ratings for Nashville, TN special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Nashville, TN are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 79 reviews of the 145 listed special needs caregivers.