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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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Olivia B.


Knoxville, TN

$15/hr • 3 yrs exp

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I have 3 years of experience working with two special needs adults. I also have cared for my nieces and nephews most of my life and I have a brother with autism. I am a student at UTK studying special education.
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Samantha K.


Knoxville, TN

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Lifelong Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Since high school, I have been caring for children. I spent several years volunteering at a yearly daycare opportunity through my school as well as volunteering at a Vacation Bible School. I have also taken some classes on child care and development, including training in SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). I have worked at a...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Sam is wonderful! My son loves her so much! He smiles when she gets to our house in the mornings and starts bouncing excitedly to see her! She's been so helpful to have around. She does a great job caring for my son and quickly learned to read his queues. Sam...

Chloe S.

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Alexandra L.


Knoxville, TN

$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part Time Baby/House/Animal Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am certified in CPR for all ages and I have moderate experience with special needs children. I can cook meals well suited and nutritious for children and I am very neat and will clean dishes/messes made from cooking. I am very understanding and accommodating with dietary restrictions, as I have some myself! I like to stay...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Alex was great. She interacted with and listened to the kids. Did everything we asked. I love her energy. We will be calling her again!"

Cassandra N.

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Jeffrey B.


Oak Ridge, TN

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Reliable, Secure, Creative, Engaging

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hired by 10+ families in our community over the last 12 months. Offering a unique care experience with strong male character. I have a nurturing & peaceful presence which helps in deescalating big behaviors. Experience in special needs. Integrity, Positive, Caring, Engaging, Leader When you message, I will promptly return my...
Jeffrey can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Interacted in FB with him and his interview was very thorough. Keeping him in mind for future needs. "

Ashur K.

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Mia V.


Knoxville, TN

$15-19/hr • 5 yrs exp

Mia's Bio!

Hi, my name is Mia and I currently attend the University of Tennessee! I am looking to solidify a school year nanny position. I have worked with kids 0-10 for almost 5 years and absolutely love it. I have experience working with children with special needs and I also have different certifications like: CPR, AED, First Aid, Gtube...
Mia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mia watched my 8 month old for date night. My daughter loved spending time with her. Mia was very communicative, prompt, did everything asked of her and was very sweet with my baby! "

Melissa G.

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Kerigan M.


Knoxville, TN

$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

I have 8 years of experience caring for children. Since moving to Fayetteville 2 years ago, I have started caring for multiple autistic children, so that is mostly what I am looking for. I'm a big believer in acknowledging all emotions but not tolerating all behaviors and redirecting my kids so they can express those emotions in...
5.0
"Kerigan has helped me with so much-from pet care, to last minute needs for a multitude of things! She's extremely good with all animals and is very dependable. She's always eager to work and great at what she does. It was a pleasure to have Kerigan care for my pets...

Darian W.

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Matthew W.


Maryville, TN

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

20+ plus years working with the special needs population in TN, PA, VA and FL. I come from a strong Christian background working with people in need, and it has always held a special place in my heart.
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Bailey L.


Oak Ridge, TN

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part-Time Care Giver

Each Tuesday and Thursday I help out with the special needs class at my school. I also am in a club called "Friends for Friends" where am a "friend" to special needs children. I am extremely passionate about working with special needs kids. I have so much fun with them. I would love to do anything that helps provide care for a...
5.0
"The only reason we didn't hire Bailey at this time was we found someone else who was closer to M.'s school. Bailey came across as a very smart and caring person who would have been the right fit for our needs. She communicates well, she was punctual with her return...

Eb B.

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Jeffrey B.


Oak Ridge, TN

$20-30/hr

The Cheerful Helper

I am looking to see if my skills would be needed for assistive care for you. I am wanting to grow in my experience with special needs. I have deep life experiences, high security clearance, a good head on my shoulders, and a can do attitude. My experience with people comes from 25+ years of customer service along with church...
Jeffrey can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, transportation
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Jaimee L.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Nanny/ Family Assistant/ Home Organizer

Hi families! I'm Jaimee, I'm 27 and I'm a nanny, family assistant and home organizer. I have letters of recommendation as well as references separately for each of these services that I am happy to provide. I have reliable transportation, experience working with churches, a preschool, and a healthcare agency for a child with...
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Brooke S.


Oak Ridge, TN

$20/hr • 4 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as energetic, ambitious, bubbly I like caring for seniors because it's comforting to know they have someone consistent in their lives that can be there for them when they need it most. In my spare time, I like to hike, swim, fish, and spend good quality time with my family! One thing you should...
Brooke can also help with: Companionship, personal care, dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Tiffany M.


Clinton, TN

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caretaker

Hi! have worked with special needs for 17 years. I have been a paraprofessional in public schools for most of that time working with a variety of disorders such as add, ADHD, autism, Down's syndrome, blindness, deafness, mental illness, and emotional disabilities. I have been a caretaker for a young man who is deaf and has Spina...
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Kerstin S.


Rocky Top, TN

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny Available Full-time Or Part-time

I have worked at a residential facility for autistic children who have severe behavioral issues for 1. 5 years. I currently work as a case manager for a mental health facility dealing.
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Peggy T.


Oak Ridge, TN

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I have worked in childcare for 19 years and senior care for 14 years. I am married and we care for my mentally disabled brother in law. I have three grown children. I love reading and singing with my clients no matter their age.
Hello! My name is Jataelynn, but I go by Jata! I am a senior at Carson Newman University working to get a bachelors degree in psychology and early childhood studies. I have been a paid nanny/babysitter for almost 2 years now. I have always loved working with children, and I volunteer regularly at my church in the nursery. I have...
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Emily W.


Oak Ridge, TN

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Special Needs Sitter

Hi! My name is Emily. I am a Tennessee native who loves working with children of all ability levels. I have been working with children and adults with special needs since 2010. I have professional and volunteer experience in public schools, private schools, ABA clinics, children's hospitals, adult hospitals, and a variety of...
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Kaitlyn G.


Knoxville, TN

$15-16/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm currently working on my masters in physician assistant studies. I'm BLS/ACLS certified. I've worked with kids of all ages and I am comfortable working with special needs. I also offer tutoring services in test prep for math/science subjects.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Sadie H.


Knoxville, TN

$15-18/hr • 4 yrs exp

About Me:

Hi my name is Sadie and I am currently a sophomore here at the University of Tennessee. I am from Austin, TX and have been working as a baby-sitter, nanny, or mother's helper for the past 4 years. In addition to that, I teach kids swim lessons in the summer, so I have a ton of experience with kids ranging from 6 months to 12...
Sadie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Renee F.


Rockford, TN

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Renee. I have cared for my own daughter who has special needs for 6 years. I'm good with crafts, meal prep, changing, swimming, pets (used to live in a house with 5 cats, and 1 dog!), and more! I also have reliable transportation and do not smoke.
Renee can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jennifer H.


Oak Ridge, TN

$17-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Jennifer! I am 30 years old and I am responsible, energetic, and really love kids! I have a Master's degree in social work with a minor in child welfare from Florida State and working with children is my passion. I have about 5 years of paid experience caring for children. I enjoy playing games, reading books to...
Jennifer can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Powell, TN

Samantha K.

5.0

Sam is wonderful! My son loves her so much! He smiles when she gets to our house in the mornings and starts bouncing excitedly to see her! She's been so helpful to have around. She does a great job caring for my son and quickly learned to read his queues. Sam always arrives on time and gives plenty...

- Chloe S.

Alexandra L.

5.0

Alexandra is friendly and fun (but can be appropriately firm when needed). She's smart, kind, and the kids love her. I would highly recommend her!

- Aubrey M.

Jeffrey B.

5.0

Interacted in FB with him and his interview was very thorough. Keeping him in mind for future needs.

- Ashur K.

Mia V.

5.0

Mia watched my 8 month old for date night. My daughter loved spending time with her. Mia was very communicative, prompt, did everything asked of her and was very sweet with my baby!

- Melissa G.

Kerigan M.

5.0

Kerigan has helped me with so much-from pet care, to last minute needs for a multitude of things! She's extremely good with all animals and is very dependable. She's always eager to work and great at what she does. It was a pleasure to have Kerigan care for my pets while I was out of town. I'm a...

- Darian W.

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