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55 special needs caregivers are listed in Shelbyville, KY

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Shelbyville, KY

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Selena S.


Shelbyville, KY

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

3.5

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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

As a dedicated childcare provider with 8 years of experience, I am passionate about nurturing the growth and development of young minds. My previous babysitting roles allowed me to discover my knack for caring for children, and I'm excited to bring my skills to your family. I consider myself patient, calm, creative, and...
Selena can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Selena is EXCELLENT. She has cared for and bonded with my daughter as if she were her own. She is proactive and always keeping a watchful eye over my daughter with the best care possible. Selena has gone above and beyond scheduling us last minute too! Highly...

Lindsay V.

I am a mother of two with 11 years of personal experience caring for children. I have a sister that has Autism and is non-verbal. I'm new to Lexington, I moved here for a job but because of the COVID-19 pandemic, I was laid off. I have flexible availability and I am available for short term and regular care. I have begun...
I have a great great nephew who is almost 6 and has some speech delay and minor behavior problems. I do watch him full days sometimes once or twice a week when daycare is closed and few hours if needed in afternoon along with his 4-year-old brother who has no problems.
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Susan L.


Shelbyville, KY

$15-23/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have years of experience, both in child care/nannying and teaching. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support, Insulin Injections and many other supports for children with special needs.
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Kylie T.


Shelbyville, KY

$10-25/hr8 yrs exp

KJ

I also have quite a bit of experience caring for special needs children, from toddlers all the way up to teenagers. I am currently receiving education on this, but I have peer tutored since I was of kindergarten age.
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Torri T.


Louisville, KY

$23/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm available immediately! I've been an in-home nanny and "mother's helper" for two years with the same family, carin for an infant and now 2. 5-year-old. I have also previously been a nanny, house cleaner and in-home caregiver for the elderly. I've worked with babies and young kids for 5 years, and I also have experience with...
Torri can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"You'll be so glad if you hire her! Torri "Aidyn" has worked for us for two years, providing full and part time child care & housekeeping. She is a dream come true. She is wonderful with the kids, and able to follow very detailed rules about schedules, activities...

Kaitlyn G.

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Candy M.


Louisville, KY

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA For Special Needs Medical & Mental Health

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Vaccinated :) I have been a CNA for over 16 years. I worked at a daytime facility for special needs adults and I have worked with special needs children and adults. I currently work for a Very well respected company on a Crisis Team for Children in Mental Health Crisis. I have experience with Children on the Spectrum...
5.0
"She was absolutely the best!!! So caring and kind with my kiddos - I would have her back any day."

Christina B.

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Aaliyah S.


Louisville, KY

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Aaliyah and I'm so excited to meet you. I am the youngest of 7, but my mom fostered when I was growing up, so helping families and taking care of kids has become natural to me. I have been babysitting since I was around 14 years old. Most of my experience is with children ranging from 4 weeks-12 years. I have...
Aaliyah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Aaliyah is one of the best people I've seen with kids. She has amazing patience and very responsible. For anyone who is looking for a nanny/babysitter, I would strongly recommend Aaliyah, she is an amazing nanny who will care for your children like they are...

Owen R.

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Karen H.


Louisville, KY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Specializing In Cognitive Disabilities PRN

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I currently work full time with adults with traumatic brain injuries as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in a community based setting. I have worked in this setting for 10 years, and I also have experience working with elders in SNF setting. I am looking to pick up PRN work in evenings or weekends.
5.0
"Karen was very helpful for post operative care assistance I hired her for. She helped with bathing and wound care and was very professional with a great personality. I plan to use her again!"

Trish L.

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Cynthia H.


Pleasureville, KY

$20-44/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Part Time Work (Caregiver, Babysitting, Cleaning)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love doing what I do. I have worked the last 12 years taking care of Adult with Mental Retardation. It's such a rewarding job. A little about myself: I have worked full-time the last 12 years for a group home for adults with mental retardation. I loved my job and the people I took care of. My duties included everything from...
5.0
"I am regaining control over my household clutter and neglect. Cindy came in with a wonderful spirit to help me clean. She started in the kitchen and scrubbed and scrubbed. She's coming back this week to make more progress- in other words, my clutter and grime did...

Marla J.

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Casey R.


Crestwood, KY

$10-30/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Helper

I have worked with children at home of the innocence in the special needs area as well as volunteering at elementary schools. I have also worked with adult with various abilities and disabilities. My father is an amputee and has many other issues. I have been caring for not only him but his wife as well.
5.0
"Casey is a very caring individual who is very capable as a care-giver."

Alana A.

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Ashley F.


Louisville, KY

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

I am the oldest in my family and have been taking care of brothers, sisters, and cousins since I was 12. Also, have done a lot of work with special needs kids (my sister is special needs). I work Mon-Fri 8-4:30 as a loan officer with the ability to work from home 2 days per week. I also have 2 dogs at home.
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Calm, patient and kind. I like caring for people with special needs because, my son who is currently 16 has special needs. I have done a lot therapies and training with him over the years. I think other families could benefit from my knowledge. I am able to think outside of the box and come up with alternative ways of teaching....
Hi, My name is Ty! I'm 22 years old. I graduated from WKU with a bachelor's in social work. I moved to Louisville a year ago to peruse a career in Child Protective Services work. I am now going to start graduate school at UK to obtain my Master's in Social Work. In the meantime I am hoping to help families out with child...
I am a married mom to three adult children and 2 fur babies. I am retired from the "business" world and would now like to fill my time helping others. I am energetic, compassionate, fun, hard-working and kind. Having raised 3 children, I am familiar with parental expectations, and will commit to care for your children as I would...
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Christina Y.


Louisville, KY

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

DSP/CNA/Home Manager

I'm a CNA that has been working in private home care in the disabled adults community for the last 10 years. I have provided care to those who live with physical, intellectual, developmental, and mental disabilities, and the elderly. I'm experienced in homehealth, which includes personal care, ambulating, transfers, bedside...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a certified medical assistant, certified phlebotomy technician, and certified medical administrative assistant. I'm BLS certified. I have worked in healthcare since 2005 in group homes for special needs, primary care, pediatric, pain management, urgent care, pain management offices. I have helped take care of my grandparents...
Amanda Kay can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Olivia G.


Louisville, KY

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Behavioral Therapist

8 years of unpaid volunteer work through Best Buddies and the Special Olympics. 1 year of paid work through the Autism Behavioral Center working 1-1 with 2 clients separately in the home and in the center for peer interaction through structured activities. This work is to collect data while with the client, family, and BCBA or...
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Mckenna K.


Louisville, KY

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I was a special educator for high school students for three years. My younger sister has Down syndrome so I have been around kids with disabilities my whole life and absolutely love them! I am patient and caring, yet firm and helping these individuals become as independent as possible. I have a baby now so I gave up teaching to...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Shelbyville, KY

Selena S.

5.0

Selena is EXCELLENT. She has cared for and bonded with my daughter as if she were her own. She is proactive and always keeping a watchful eye over my daughter with the best care possible. Selena has gone above and beyond scheduling us last minute too! Highly recommend if you are looking for the...

- Lindsay V.

Torri T.

5.0

I hired Torri to watch my 2y old for about 4 months, she was an amazing responsible caregiver going over and beyond my husband and I expectations. Not only did she watch her she worked with her development throughout the time she was present.

- Care member

Candy M.

5.0

She was absolutely the best!!! So caring and kind with my kiddos - I would have her back any day.

- Christina B.

Aaliyah S.

5.0

Aaliyah has been our go to babysitter for 8 years. She has become a part of our family, our kids adore her and she loves and cares for our kids so well.

- Robin P.

Karen H.

5.0

Karen was very helpful for post operative care assistance I hired her for. She helped with bathing and wound care and was very professional with a great personality. I plan to use her again!

- Trish L.

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