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26 special needs caregivers are listed in Slidell, LA

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Slidell, LA

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Sabrina P.


Slidell, LA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny

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As the oldest of 9 children, I have over 20 years experience in childcare. I have 12 years experience with childcare with children on the Autism Spectrum, I have two children of my own on the spectrum, and I am an Autism Awareness advocate. I also have experience with Down's Syndrome, OCD, ADD, ADHD, ODD, and GAD. I have 5...
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Danielle D.


Slidell, LA

$22-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Nanny For People With Special Needs

Hi! I have extensive experience in child care for children, teens, and adults with special needs. I am most recently working as a special education IEP case manager and sped teacher in middle school. I can provide references upon request.
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Sherry L.


Slidell, LA

$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part-time Tutor Available

I am a caring, warm person who would like to begin working more with children who have special needs. I have taken care of children with Downs syndrome in the past and have also had experience with those who have cerebral palsy. It is my desire to be of help to those who are less fortunate and bring care and support that will...
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Carra C.


Slidell, LA

$14-18/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have much experience working with children across the Autism Spectrum, formerly employed by the Center for Autism and Related Disorders providing ABA therapy to children ages 2-16!
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Sonya W.


Slidell, LA

$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Sonya W. I've been working with children for 10 years. My current job is a paraprofessional and I work with special needs children. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision. I love what I do. I'm a sweet kind person with a fun personality.
Sonya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Makayla D.


Slidell, LA

$13-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi! I am a student at Louisiana Tech University studying to be a child life specialist. I will be going into my sophomore year this September. GO Dawgs! | have experience babysitting and have worked at the Louisiana Lions camp working with children with special needs. I have my own transportation. I would love to hear back from...
Makayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel & more
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Carolyn K.


Slidell, LA

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Retired Grandmother

I will start by saying I go by my middle name which is Elaine. I have spent a great deal of time caring for my grandchildren from infants to teenagers. I can do light housekeeping and meal prep also. I love dogs and cats! Would love to care for your children on a parttime or one time,"date night" basis. Available for holidays...
Carolyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep

Michelle H.


Slidell, LA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full- Time Caregiver Availability

5.0

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I worked in a hospital setting for 8 years dealing will all types of patients. LPN with experience in taking care of cerebral palsy patient, elderly stroke patient in nursing home, TBI patient, as well as, an autistic patient. I currently work in a physicians office. I have grown children of my own and have babysat many others....
5.0
"Michelle is a very dependable and hard worker. Willing to learn new things that may be asked of her. Always ready to help when and where needed."

Eva H.

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Danielle C.


Lacombe, LA

$17-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver-Available

I've worked at a day care for a year with newborn - 3 years. I've worked as a caregiver to special needs children for 4+ years. I've helped with my special needs brother all of his life, he is currently 28. I started baby sitting before I was legally old enough to work. I am a mother of two and own an in-home daycare. I have...
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"She is my daughter and oldest child. She is a pleasant young lady who works very well with children and pets. She has helped care for her specials needs (Autism) younger brother most of her life and is very patient with him."

Melissa C.

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Theresa W.


Mandeville, LA

$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Throughout my career since 1988 I've had an infinity of babysitting other people's children as well as currently helping to raise my own grandchildren. I am a nursing/medical assistant and CPR certified. I have a wealth of knowledge for caring for all ages including the handicapped while working at ST. Tammany Parish Hospital...
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Aiyanna H.


Mandeville, LA

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

With 8 years of enriching experience, I offer a wide range of services from transportation to homework help. Specializing in caring for special needs children, I ensure a secure environment for kids of all ages. Organized and proactive, I can manage multiple children with minimal supervision. CPR/First Aid/EMR certified, I...
Aiyanna can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"So glad we hired Aiyanna while we were in town for a weekend!! She is a clear and proactive communicator, incredibly patient, and was clearly comfortable and confident interacting with our child (who is always nervous aroud new people). "

Valerie Z.

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Madeline J.


Abita Springs, LA

$20-28/hr • 8 yrs exp

PT Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Maddie and I'm 23 years old! I have been a sitter since I was CPR certified at the age of 14. I have watched children of all ages from newborn-13, as well as multiples and children with special needs. I was homeschooled for many years growing up which allowed me to start college at the age of 16. I recently...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Love love love Maddie!!! We hired her to sit/nanny out 2 girls during the summer and after school. She became like part of the family and worked with us for over a year. She is highly dependable and always did projects and fun outings so the girls were never...

Haley M.

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Valerie G.


Mandeville, LA

$24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Valerie Griffitt's Bio

I'd describe my personality as loving caring vigilant I like working with seniors because at this stage in their life they really need compassionate care. I'm looking for a job that I can best use my skills & provide the necessary support/care for their loved ones. I started working with seniors as a young nursing student...
Valerie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Valerie is an exceptional caregiver. She takes the time to carefully listen to, skillfully care for, while also demonstrating respect, compassion and knowledge from her medical training and life skills she has acquired. Valerie has a way of making people laugh even...

Gina W.

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Amanda R.


Mandeville, LA

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with Special Olympics since I was 14 years old and have always loved working with people with special needs. I am currently an RBT (registered behavioral therapist) I work with kids and parents, families or caregivers to help decrease unwanted behaviors and increase more socially acceptable behaviors. I love...
5.0
"Amanda is great at working and connecting with kids on the spectrum. She knows ABA well and has worked with a wide range of ages and support levels. She is honest & reliable & honestly cares about her clients."

Susan B.

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Aniston A.


Mandeville, LA

$18/hr • 3 yrs exp

Love All Little Munchkins!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Aniston:) I have been working in childcare for quite some time! I am CPR certified and I work with children of all ages! I've had the opportunity to work with special needs children/infants along with many children in one setting! It's fair to say I'm extremely passionate about what I do! I'm willing to work...
Aniston can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Aniston was by far the best nanny we have ever had!! She became part of our little family!! She was ALWAYS early and to top it off she is extremely bubbly!!"

Kaye C.

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Kayla D.


Mandeville, LA

$18/hr • 16 yrs exp

Full Time Housekeeper

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Babysitter, Nanny& Special Needs Caregiver. I have 15+ yrs exp working w/ babies, toddlers of all ages. Nanny position for 10 yrs with twins (one had cerebral palsy) I babysat a 1yr old 2x week & picked up their 3rd grader from school. I helped with hw. I helped elderly couple in their home cooking, eating, medicine,...
Kayla can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I absolutely love how she came in and started to interact with my kids. They took to her so well. I look forward to working with her."

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Amanda R.


Mandeville, LA

$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have a lot of patience and am very reliable. I help care for my 92 year old grandma and work with special needs children.
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep
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Madison V.


Mandeville, LA

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Momma Willing To Help Another Momma In Need!

If you are in need of a date night, break, weekend getaway I'm your gal! Smoke free environment. No pets but LOVE animals. Lots of toys, love and snacks! I have experience with special needs children/young adults and am open to all ages!
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Peyton K.


Mandeville, LA

$13-18/hr • 1 yrs exp

About Me

My name is Peyton and I am a 23-year-old teacher at Tchefuncte Middle School. I absolutely love working with kids, and have experience with special needs children. I would love to find a nannying job for the summer.
Peyton can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Stephen G.


Mandeville, LA

$16-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello

I'd describe my personality as energetic fun and upbeat I like caring for people with special needs because of the positive impact I can make. I'm looking for a job that I can build a strong connection with the client and their family. I started caring for people with special needs when I was in high school. I was going into...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Slidell, LA

Michelle H.

5.0

Michelle is a very dependable and hard worker. Willing to learn new things that may be asked of her. Always ready to help when and where needed.

- Eva H.

Danielle C.

5.0

She is my daughter and oldest child. She is a pleasant young lady who works very well with children and pets. She has helped care for her specials needs (Autism) younger brother most of her life and is very patient with him.

- Melissa C.

Aiyanna H.

5.0

So glad we hired Aiyanna while we were in town for a weekend!! She is a clear and proactive communicator, incredibly patient, and was clearly comfortable and confident interacting with our child (who is always nervous aroud new people).

- Valerie Z.

Madeline J.

5.0

Love love love Maddie!!! We hired her to sit/nanny out 2 girls during the summer and after school. She became like part of the family and worked with us for over a year. She is highly dependable and always did projects and fun outings so the girls were never bored. Our girls loved her!

- Haley M.

Valerie G.

5.0

She is a registered charge nurse and was most helpful managing my husband's care. She is a delightful person and very conscientious. Could not have been more pleased.

- Jackie G.

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