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Find special needs caregivers in Powell, TN that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Powell, TN

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Powell, TN

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Cheyenne D.


Knoxville, TN

$10-15/hr

Full Time Nanny Available

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Recent graduate from University of Tennessee - Chattanooga 4 years experience with young children and children with special needs Infant and child CPR and First Aid Certified Love pets too!
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Mattie C.


Knoxville, TN

$11-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Mattie & I'm new to Sumter. I moved here in the middle of June to be with my partner who is stationed at Shaw AFB. I've worked with special needs now for about 6 years. I was a nanny to a young girl who had sensory issues & learning disabilities. I have also worked with individuals with Down syndrome, severe epilepsy,...
I have several years of experience with childcare. I also worked with college aged students with special needs.
Kellie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Veda S.


Knoxville, TN

$18/hr • 2 yrs exp

Motivated Student

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've worked with special needs children and get along with everybody I've ever worked with. I am very active and can help with fun activities where we are up and moving! I love to sing and play piano which is another thing I enjoy doing with the kids I am babysitting. I have lived with and loved pets my whole life, so I am...
Veda can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Lisa A.


Knoxville, TN

$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have over 30yrs experience with children. I have a background in early childhood and elementary education. My experience is with newborns up to teenagers, with and without disabilities (autism, Down Syndrome and ADHD, among others). This includes multiple children at once up to 8 (including multiples), in home (theirs &...
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Helen T.


Knoxville, TN

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi. I'm Helen. I have taken care of a boy who had cerebral palsy, which included total care. I had a live-in job seeing to the needs of more than one adult with developmental disabilities. I took care of a young woman with traumatic brain injury. I consider myself exceptionally patient. I am also gentle, and dependable.
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Braelyn R.


Knoxville, TN

$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hey Hey! I'm Braelyn!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Braelyn and I am a creative and passionate 18-year-old! I just started at UTK this fall and am majored in elementary education with a minor in music and culture! I love working with kids because you get to learn, teach, and laugh with them! I have experience with all age groups as I grew up babysitting my...
Braelyn can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

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Megan M.


Knoxville, TN

$18/hr • 5 yrs exp

Great Sitter

Hi my name is Megan! I am a Teaching Assistant at Knox County head start looking to earn extra income during the summer! I am a veteran of the US army and I have loved working with children my whole life. I am very reliable and patient. I am a Registered Behavior Technician and I am comfortable with high functioning special...
Megan can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hello! Let me relieve the pressure from you for a few hours and let me take care of your loved one who needs a special and loving care
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Sydnie R.


Knoxville, TN

$13-21/hr • 7 yrs exp

Future Special Education Teacher With Lots Of Experience

I've got 7 years working as a caregiver to people with special needs. I've done pretty much anything, honestly it's too much to type. I'm a fast learner, I'm efficient, I'll get the job done and how you like it. Let's talk, I'm sure I can help you with what you or your family needs.
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Erica M.


Knoxville, TN

$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp

I was a Registered Behavior Technician for two and a half years, working with Autism and other special needs. I also have taken care of three children for a friend many times. I love kids and I am a great fit for all ages.
Erica can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jennifer P.


Knoxville, TN

$20-27/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have lots of experience in ABA Therapy as an RBT in Phoenix, Arizona before I moved to Knoxville. I worked with 2-year-old twins and a 3 (now 4) year old all diagnosed with ASD. See my sitter profile for more info! I would love to work with your loved one of any age!
I have experience in this field firsthand as my major was in child development and I have a Down syndrome younger brother and another one with ADHD. I also grew up babysitting from an early age.
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Macey P.


Knoxville, TN

$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker

Hello! I have recently taught special education at the elementary level. I have 1. 5 years of experience teaching in a self-contained classroom, but 5+ years of experience working with individuals with disabilities. I would love to narrow my focus to one or two individuals in the home setting being a caretaker. I am looking for...
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Sarah C.


Knoxville, TN

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

My name is Sarah and my older brother has Down Syndrome so I have a lot of experience working with children with disabilities. I have been involved and president of Best Buddies a special education program in high school. In addition I have worked with babysitting children 0-5 with Down syndrome at club 21. I loved children with...
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Taylor L.


Knoxville, TN

$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Afterschool Nanny Or Date Night Babysitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I like working with kids because they are creative! Kids are curious and adventurous. Kids keep me learning new things. I love being with kids. I'm available weekdays after 4pm, Saturdays, and occasionally Sundays! I started working with kids when I was 12! I was a soccer coach for 3 years, an overnight camp counselor for 3...
Taylor can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Meg G.


Knoxville, TN

$18-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Child And Pet Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Meg! I moved to Knoxville from Maryland in 2016 to attend school at UTK. I've since graduated and am job searching right now. I'd love to find some one time babysitting gigs or temporary positions until I've secured a job. I have experience watching children ages 3 months up to 13 years including some experience in...
Meg can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
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Alana I.


Knoxville, TN

$18/hr • 4 yrs exp

Nanny Looking For Work In Knoxville Following Graduation!

Hello, I'm Alana! I am 21 years old and have just recently moved to Knoxville! I graduate undergrad in July of this year (2024) and will be attending law school in August of 2025. I'm looking for a part-time position for some or all of this year and into 2025. I am punctual, detail-oriented, compassionate, and creative. I am the...
Alana can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Lydia H.


Knoxville, TN

$15-16/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of experience working in a preschool with children between the ages of 2-5, and am currently employed at a local childrens academy where I primarily care for infants as young as six weeks up to toddler age. I also have 2+ years of paid experience teaching various community education classes to children ages...
Lydia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

I have 10+ years of experience in child care and I've been a foster parent for the past 3 years. I currently have a full-time beautiful 6-month-old baby girl that has special needs. I am fully trained in g-tube care and caring for children with special needs in general. She would be with me Monday through Thursday between the...
Tyler can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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