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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Smyrna, TN

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Smyrna, TN

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Melanie T.


Murfreesboro, TN

$26/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I grew up in a home where my mother cared for the special needs, as I got older I realized that this is what I want to do. These really are the most special people in the world, I have spent many summers volunteering at a special needs camps as well. It's what I love, helping those who can't always help themselves. It is beyond...
I grew up with a lot of cousins with special needs . I was the one always there to help to make sure everything is ok with whatever attention they need 24/7 from a very tender age.

Rylee A.


Antioch, TN

$18-20/hr1 yrs exp

Empathetic Care

5.0

(1)

Hi, my name is Rylee, but you can call me Piper. I've been taking care of people for most of my life, whether it be loved ones with special needs or the elderly. I love talking to people and learning about them and their lives while also providing them with the quality of life they deserve. I'm very upbeat and bubbly, so I'm...
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Jina S.


Mount Juliet, TN

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Sweet, Fun Babysitter Who's Becoming A Teacher, Can Handle Twins

Hi, my name is Jina I love babysitting. I have experience babysitting twin 3-year-olds till they were 7 years old. I have watched an 11-year-old over last summer and 5 dogs. I have my bachelor's degree in Tourism Hospitality Management and minor in business, I have my associates degree in science. I was going to be an elementary...
Jina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Erin K.


Murfreesboro, TN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello. My name is Erin. I have worked with both adults and children with special needs for right around 9 years. Prior to that I taught preschool ages 1-6 for around 9 years. I have had the joys of assisting each individual with their everyday needs. From daily living skills to planning activities and outings, I believe in...
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Lauren M.


Murfreesboro, TN

$28/hr7 yrs exp

Part- Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am currently a high school CDC Special Education teacher with 7 years of experience, looking to provide care for kids/adults with and without special needs this summer and on weekends. I have experience working with several disabilities such as autism, down syndrome, visual impairments, etc. I have worked with students...
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Kebeh J.


Nashville, TN

$25-29/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for hospice, dementia, and in all aspects of daily living. I love making a difference in other people's lives. Also my brother was a special needs patient so I've been caring for people my whole life.
Kebeh can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, personal care, visiting nurse, dementia
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Kebeh is the most amazing caregiver. She helped my parents for almost 2 years and her care, concern, and professionalism are unparalleled. She is cool under pressure, patient, thoughtful, respectful, and intelligent. She could effectively handle anything that...

Vera F.

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Venice G.


Nashville, TN

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Caring For Your Loved Ones Is My Speciality

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I AM FULLY COVID VAXED/BOOSTERED. I am a friendly, honest, hardworking, and caring individual, who has worked in several different industries. Additionally, I just started working PRN with a nonprofit org that specialize in senior and special needs clients. I also enjoy animals, and am very comfortable with them as well. I look...
Venice can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, dementia, transportation, light cleaning, errands & more
5.0
"I really enjoyed working with Venice. Throughout the application process she was very responsive and engaged. She showed up promptly and performed all agreed services for my father. 10/10 I would recommend Venice to anyone seeking assistance for their senior care...

Samuel E.

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Lisa G.


Franklin, TN

$17-32/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable And Dependable With Care....

4.1

(9)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have extensive experience in the Healthcare field with Seniors and special needs.. I equally love Companion Care. I take my job serious and I am good at what I do. I am trustworthy, kind, and compassionate and have the experience that a family is looking for with their loved one, I am honest and dependable, I also have the...
Lisa can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"We hired Lisa to care for my elderly mother and autistic brother. Before Lisa could even start, my mother ended up in the hospital. Lisa jumped right in alleviating a lot of worry and pressure for my wife and I, caring for my brother while we managed my mother's...

Dennis K.

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Amariss D.


Murfreesboro, TN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Babysitter With Multiples And Specials Needs Experience

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Amariss. I would love to watch your children! I have over 6 years of experience working with children at a daycare and as a baby sitter. I am passionate about children, especially when it comes to helping foster a positive, fun and educational environment to aid in their development.
Amariss can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

4.0
"Amariss is currently working for me for after-school care and part-time babysitter on days there is no school My daughter loves her. Says she is very nice and plays games with her and reads books, etc."

Georgina M.

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Rachel G.


Hermitage, TN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Rachel and I am a school psychologist. I received my Specialist degree in May of 2021, and currently work in schools in the Nashville area. My entire life I've had a passion for caring for children, and have experiences with children of all ages, from two months into adolescence. I have watched children with...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel has worked with our family for the past year and my kids adore her! She's responsible, dependable and I always know my kids are happy when she's with them! "

Leigh H.

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Alena C.


Nashville, TN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have cared for ages 2 months to 15 years. I have experience caring for special needs children. I can cook, clean, tutor, or anything you pretty much need me to do. I have worked as a substitute teacher, teaching assistant, a pre-school as an assistant teacher and also worked with the after school program. When I care for a...
Alena can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alena was absolutely wonderful with our 8 month old baby and 5 year old. She was always on time, never called off, and took great care of my kids. We only canceled our service with her due to an opening in a licensed daycare. She's a wonderful sitter!"

Devan B.

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Courtney A.


Murfreesboro, TN

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for a little over 14 years. I have experience with all ages 3months-12yrs. Including special needs. I can cook, and I clean after play time and myself, drive, entertain, I was once even called "the best babysitter ever" from a 12-year-old. I enjoy working with kids. When I watch children, I like to do...
Courtney can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is extremely professional and is a great communicator. My four-month-old can be very fussy at times and Courtney has been wonderful with her. I'm very thankful to have found her and hope to have a long working relationship with her."

Lavonda G.

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Caroline W.


Nashville, TN

$18/hr10 yrs exp

10+ Years Babysitting And Camp Counseing

Hi! I'm Caroline. I have been babysitting for almost 15 years and have worked as a nanny for multiple families, and also worked as a day camp counselor for almost 10 years. I am the oldest of 4 sisters and have a large extended family, so I have helped take care of children my whole life! I also have extensive experience working...
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We have used Caroline several times now for watching our two children under the age of 4, she always shows up on time & is excellent with giving our babies the attention you hope a babysitter would!! "

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Tammy R.


Franklin, TN

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have extensive experience babysitting, nannying, coaching gymnastics and swim lessons, and house/dog-sitting. I also have volunteer experience under an Occupational Therapist who specializes in special needs and speech therapy/sign language. I am from Franklin, TN and graduated from Lipscomb University. I finished my Master's...
Tammy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

3.0
"She seemed amazing - hired her in early August to start mid August for 3 day a week afternoon child care and home errands. She was supposed to start on a Tuesday and quit on me Monday before. Resume background check and references are great. Ultimately she decided...

Dawn A.

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Erin K.


Murfreesboro, TN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I taught preschool ages 1-6 years of age for approximately 9 years. I am educated in early childhood education/development. Currently, I work with adults and children with special needs and have done so for right around 14 years.
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We interviewed Erin for a summer nanny position and although she didn't line up with our needs as closely as the candidate we did choose, I would absolutely recommend her to any family who has need for her special set of skills."

Ashley J.

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Kristin B.


Nashville, TN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible & Reliable With 25 Years Of Experience

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been caring for children professionally for 25 years and I have a degree in Psychology with minors in Child Development and Statistics. I am also qualified as a Newborn Specialist. I have a lot of experience with children of all ages and with special needs. I am comfortable caring for many children at the same time. I...
Kristin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Our family has worked with Kristin for many years and she has always been like a part of the family. She's so caring and detailed that when we've called her we can trust that she has everything handled. Truthfully, we don't know how we would have made it without...

Mike J.

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Lisa G.


Franklin, TN

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Hand

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Lisa... And I have over 15 years experience taking care of people with disability challenges and other challenges to be discussed in a interview. I am also a certified nursing assistant with over 10 years of experience. I have extensive experience working with the elderly with a vast array of conditions.
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Lyndsey A.


Nashville, TN

$25-50/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for about 9 years now and have experience with all ages. I love activity, going outdoors, and when I'm around children I honestly become a child myself--to an extent of course. I can adapt to any environment and any personality and guarantee your children will have so much fun, the kind of fun they can't...
Lyndsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Lyndsey was great with our children. She really took the time to engage with them and their interests. They even request her specifically when we are planning a night out! "

Care member

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Dinke A.


Franklin, TN

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Dee Experienced Caregiver In Franklin Area

Hello, I'm Dee a caregiver with over 12 years of experience. Based in Franklin, I cherish seniors, children, & those with special needs, & genuinely love spending time with them. My father, a pastor, taught me to respect elders as "angels to be," instilling patience & compassion in me. Honest & respectful, I handle any situation...
Dinke can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Smyrna, TN

Kebeh J.

5.0

Kebeh is the absolute best. She cared for my Mother in the most sacred and loving way full-time for two years She treated my Mother with respect and dignity and loved her in the most beautiful way. She assisted my Daddy in so many ways-with Mother and with helping him with all kinds of household...

- Laura B.

Venice G.

5.0

I really enjoyed working with Venice. Throughout the application process she was very responsive and engaged. She showed up promptly and performed all agreed services for my father. 10/10 I would recommend Venice to anyone seeking assistance for their senior care needs.

- Samuel E.

Lisa G.

5.0

I ended up in quite a pickle when my step dad ended up in the hospital and my mom was dealing with fracture after a fall. I posted for help on care and was suddenly flooded with applicants. After LOTS of calls and research, I chose Lisa who was able to start quickly, didn't have all the day/time...

- Kim R.

Amariss D.

5.0

Amariss is an amazing caregiver! Not only is she flexible with her schedule, she's always a quick responder, which counts towards her reliability for caring for our son. She has a very calm presence and my son instantly took to her. As soon as she held him, he was all smiles with her. With as...

- Jennifer T.

Rachel G.

5.0

Rachel has worked with our family for the past year and my kids adore her! She's responsible, dependable and I always know my kids are happy when she's with them!

- Leigh H.

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