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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Powell, TN

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Powell, TN

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Elizabeth B.


Powell, TN

$10-40/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello. I have over 25 years of professional childcare experience including special education instructor, Montessori assistant, nanny, in-home daycare provider, mother of two girls ages 10 and 8 to name a few. I am excited to find a family or two to work with in the knoxville area, preferably a long term position/part-time. At...
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Madison C.


Powell, TN

$19-50/hr2 yrs exp

A Little About Me

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Madison. I am currently a Restorative Assistant at Bearden middle school. Prior to that, I was a Registered Behavior Technician for kids with autism for about the last 1. 8 years! I have experience with special needs, infants, toddlers, and school age kids. I am CPR and first aid certified, and seizure training...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Regan W.


Powell, TN

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Looking For A Summer Position That Is Flexible For One-Time Gigs Working With Infants.

I am 20 years old and currently attending the University of Tennessee Knoxville. I am obtaining a bachelors in Therapeutic Recreation with a minor is Nutrition and Physical Activity. I have 3 years experience working with infants-6-year-olds, and I also have experience working with special needs children. I am looking for an...
Regan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Ashley L.


Powell, TN

$20/hr15 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Ashley and during the day I am a full time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant working in the school system with special needs, alternative behavior, and regular education students. I have been a therapist for 13 years and love what I do! I currently work with ages 3-22yrs old. I also have experience...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Olivia W.


Knoxville, TN

$17-20/hr7 yrs exp

I Love Kids I'm A Cheerleader I Work At My Church Doing Childcare Every Sunday For The Past 3 Years

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I adore kids I have worked with kids since the age of 13 I am now 23 with a 5-month-old I have volunteered at my church doing childcare every Sunday for the past 4 years working with infants to elementary school. I also have worked with special needs kids for 2 years during my years in high school. I recently had to quit my...
Olivia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Very Sweet girl! She was great with our kids! I Was very sad to leave this town and trust another person with my little ones Since she was so wonderful!"

Karen L.

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Jennifer A.


Knoxville, TN

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

As a pediatric occupational therapist, I have experience with children of all ages and abilities. I have a passion for children with special needs, and would love to provide childcare with the special needs population, in addition to the daily work I do with these friends in my full-time position. As an OT, I have treated kiddos...
Hi, my name is Hadley. I am a Mom of 7. Four biological children and three adopted. At the age of 11 I began babysitting for a family with 5 kids. That's when I realized my desire to nurture and care for children and I have done that ever since. I am loving, patient, and pour my heart and soul into everything that I do. My...
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Annalee H.


Knoxville, TN

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Fun Nanny And Smile Creator

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for years; One of my full time nanny positions was for a family of 6 children during the summer of 2016. Duties: Bathed, cooked for, and did laundry for child with special needs; provided transportation services to and from school and extracurricular activities for other 5 children. Another nanny position was...
Annalee can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Anna Lee was a nanny for our two girls under three years old. She did this graciously four days a week to match my part time work schedule. She actively played with the girls and I never had any concerns for their safety. She even helped with potty training!...

Alicia F.

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Belinda F.


Knoxville, TN

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nurse Assistant/Caregiver

I have been a CNA since 1996. Nursing home and home healthcare setting. I have worked with patients with paralysis due to spinal cord injury as well as multiple sclerosis and other neuro compromised patients. I am competent in transfers, assistant with ambulation for those who are partially mobile, bed baths, shampoo board, skin...
5.0
"Belinda F. has a very pleasant personality. She is skilled and knowledgeable beyond any position I ever have known her to have. She is a quick learner, a self-starter and does not require constant supervision."

Sandra H.

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Jennifer E.


Knoxville, TN

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a loving mom of two grown children, I have had over 40 years' experience with infant, toddler and elementary age children, as well as special needs children. I am responsible, dependable, & usually available at last minute if needed. I am CPR certified, I am a non-smoker, non-drinker, have my own reliable transportation. I...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jennifer did amazing with our 3 month old! She was early and so sweet. Our little girl was happy and content when we arrived home. Definitely will be using her again! "

Hunter H.

My name is Michaela , I al originally from South Carolina. I have worked with people who have a disability since I was in the 4th grade I am now 21. I started with cheerleading just helping out with the special needs team, and fell in love with it which made my continue doing what I love. Going into middle school and high school...
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Jesslyn B.


Knoxville, TN

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

My name is Jesslyn and I am a very caring soul. I have worked with children and adults with many different physical and mental disabilities including autism, ADHD/ADD, cerebral palsy, diabetes, paraplegia, quadriplegia, dementia, Alzheimer's etc. I worked in a nursing facility for a year before I switched to private in-home...
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Holly F.


Knoxville, TN

$10-20/hr

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

I have just graduated from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program and received a passing score on my NBCOT board exam. I am extremely passionate about helping people and caring for those who have different needs and unique minds. I loved my clinical experience providing occupational therapy for pediatrics who...
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Mary T.


Knoxville, TN

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Elementary School Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a recently retired Knox County teacher with over 20 years of experience. I have raised 3 children and (currently) have 3 young grandchildren, one of whom is special needs. I enjoy all ages, but have a particular fondness for 6-12-year-olds. I would be happy to nanny one child or a family with a range of ages. In...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
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Nicole C.


Knoxville, TN

$10-15/hr

Part Time Care Giver: Weekends ONLY, Some Care In Evenings IF NEEDED

I am currently a graduate student studying to become a speech-language pathologist. I have had experience working with children of various needs including but not limited to ASD, down syndrome, CP, and cognitive impairments. I have had experience within a school setting as well as camp based settings for children with special...
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Emma N.


Knoxville, TN

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

I have several years of experience with special needs kids. I have worked at an after school program with kids of all ages, ranging from newborn to age 12. Many of the kids had learning disabilities, autism, and downs syndrome. I am CPR, first aid, and AED certified.
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Emma B.


Knoxville, TN

$25-40/hr4 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I am in my sixth year working in special education. I currently teach a self contained classroom for students with autism, but have previously worked in behavior support roles in classrooms. I enjoy bridging academic skill practice with functional life skills through different activities based on preferred activities. Since I am...
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Jennifer B.


Knoxville, TN

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Very Experienced Nanny Available

I am a very fun loving person with lots of experience to offer. Previous jobs I have held include camp counselor, live-in nanny, mother's helper, babysitter and personal assistant. One of my greatest joys in life is to help children embrace and develop their very own unique personalities. I have had the great pleasure of working...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Allyson C.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Very Experienced Babysitter!!

Hi my name is Ally and I am an upcoming junior at the University of Tennessee in the nursing school. I am going to home for the summer from college and am hoping to find a nannying job. I have five years of experiences with children from ages 5 mos and up, I also have a lot of experience with children who have special needs. I...
Allyson can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Leah H.


Knoxville, TN

$10-15/hr

Fun Sitter With A Positive Attitude!

I have a 1 y/o nephew and a 5 y/o niece, and have also helped care for a child with cerebral palsy. I'm happy to help with pets. Willing to learn about how to care for any type of special needs. I do not have a car or a licence.
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Powell, TN

Olivia W.

5.0

Very Sweet girl! She was great with our kids! I Was very sad to leave this town and trust another person with my little ones Since she was so wonderful!

- Karen L.

Annalee H.

5.0

Anna Lee was a nanny for our two girls under three years old. She did this graciously four days a week to match my part time work schedule. She actively played with the girls and I never had any concerns for their safety. She even helped with potty training! Anna Lee was receptive to making...

- Alicia F.

Belinda F.

5.0

Belinda F. has a very pleasant personality. She is skilled and knowledgeable beyond any position I ever have known her to have. She is a quick learner, a self-starter and does not require constant supervision.

- Sandra H.

Jennifer E.

5.0

Jennifer did amazing with our 3 month old! She was early and so sweet. Our little girl was happy and content when we arrived home. Definitely will be using her again!

- Hunter H.

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