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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Strawberry Plains, TN
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Strawberry Plains, TN
Lori J.
Strawberry Plains, TN
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over 21 years' experience providing compassionate and skilled home health care. As a caregiver I am devoted to providing superior in-home care to elderly persons, persons with special needs or disabilities. My skills include: dressing, transferring, bathing/toileting, meal prep and feeding, medication disbursement, housework,...
Lori can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Lori is a wonderful caregiver! For over 2 1/2 years, she helped with the care of my Mother who required 24/7 care. She has knowledge, training, experience and a passion to provide quality care for your loved one. Without hesitation, I can say that Lori is a...
Margaret G.
Hello my name is Hunter. I love working with children of all ages. I have worked with several different special needs children with a diversity of disabilities. I have a degree in Special Education Mild Moderate and Severe and Profound. This is my third year teaching in a Special Education classroom on a high school level with...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lila and I am graduating from college in May with a marketing and communications degree. I have 8 years of experience with babysitting and nannying infants, toddlers, and school aged children. Many of the families I work for have been comfortable with me driving their children as well as taking them to the pool...
Lillian can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lila is very informed on how to keep kids safe and what to do in case of an emergency. "
Care member
Opal J.
Kodak, TN
$13-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a mom of 4
Basic life support certified and certified nursing assistant
I have worked with children with special needs
Opal can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Alyssa L.
Knoxville, TN
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a nurturing childcare provider with three years of experience, my passion lies in nurturing children's growth and development. I have a knack for creating a warm and engaging environment where children can thrive. My patient and creative nature allows me to foster their imaginations through various activities such as outdoor...
Alyssa can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
I have been a helper for 25 years I have CPR and first aid I can help your love one with mobility, personal care, bathing, dressing, toilet, meals, Housecleaning, medication reminder. Provide companionship and support and loving atmosphere for your love one
Andrea F.
Knoxville, TN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Previous Educator Of Children With Special Needs For More Than A Decade
I have been involved with children for more than 20 years. I have taught high school students with behavioral conditions. I have also worked with children with severe medical, physical, and emotional needs. I have been trained in CPR and first aid for almost equally as long. I have a PhD in Education, and am highly qualified to...
Jataelynn F.
Knoxville, TN
$14-19/hr
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...
Jadyn M.
Corryton, TN
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jadyn and I am 23 years old. I have 3 years of daycare experience and 8 years of nanny/ babysitting experience. I work full time 3 days a week as a psych tech while attending school for forensic psych and criminal justice. That leaves my schedule fairly open for any babysitting needs in between! I would describe...
Jadyn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jadyn was a big help to us caring for our baby. She was flexible when we needed to adjust our times and arrived when scheduled. Looking forward to working with her again."
Care member
Sayra P.
New Market, TN
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
EXCEPTIONAL Occasional Childcare & ONE TIME/ VACATION NANNY
4.7
(10)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I am an exceptional child care provider- I have extensive experience as a former Professional Nanny and also as a mother of 2 children.
I am experienced with children from birth to teens, twins, special needs, multiple children at a time.
I am loving and kind, but also firm, with a gentle, mother's touch.
If you are looking...
Sayra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I believe we found the nicest person in Tennessee to care for our toddler. My wife and I had to be at work before our daughter was awake, and they were fast friends! (Our daughter can be really wary of new people.)
I can't express enough the quality of care Sayra...
Hannah O.
Kaileigh M.
Knoxville, TN
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey! I'm Kaileigh and I've been working in child care for almost three years now! I love watching children learn and grow each day! I have worked in two different child care facilities. I worked as a lead teacher in a classroom with infants who were both special needs and typically functioning. I am able to assist with feeding...
Kaileigh can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
3.0
"Kaileigh is very sweet. She committed to work for us for the summer and we really enjoyed having her here, but after a few weeks she quit with no notice forcing me to take 2-wks off to try and find a new nanny. Her reason: when my two year old has a tantrum, she...
Bonnie M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Kristen. Several years ago I moved to Tennessee and decided to change careers. I spent several years in law enforcement serving my community as a Police Officer. Prior to that, I attended nursing school and worked at a school for special needs children. I currently work as a caregiver and enjoy being able to...
Kristen can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kristen was wonderful with and for my mom. She was very quick to respond and super flexible when arranging the first meeting with my mom. My mom loved her and is excited to continue using her services! "
Betty F.
Hadley P.
Knoxville, TN
$18-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Hadley. I am a Mom of 7. Four biological children and three adopted.
At the age of 11 I began babysitting for a family with 5 kids. That's when I realized my desire to nurture and care for children and I have done that ever since. I am loving, patient, and pour my heart and soul into everything that I do. My...
5.0
(1)
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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.
Knoxville, TN
$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for years; One of my full time nanny positions was for a family of 6 children during the summer of 2016. Duties: Bathed, cooked for, and did laundry for child with special needs; provided transportation services to and from school and extracurricular activities for other 5 children. Another nanny position was...
Annalee can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Fantastic! Positive and enthusiastic, kept our energetic 2 year old happy with lots of activities throughout the day to avoid tv time. Excellent communication with us! "
Care member
Cassidy V.
Knoxville, TN
$15-20/hr
I currently have a7-year-old who is special needs ADHD, Autism. I have almost 5 years of experience, dealing with special needs in this area. I've also been exposed to other special needs children! I do love caring for children! They are the next generation, and I believe that they deserve to grow and play in a good environment...
Cassidy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Alexandra L.
Knoxville, TN
$15-17/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
I am a junior at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville double majoring in psychology and neuroscience.
I am CPR, babysitting, first aid, and lifeguard certified.
I started working with kids when I was 13 years old. I have three nieces and a nephew as well and love spending time with them.
In my spare time, I like to...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I have a 1 y/o nephew and a 5 y/o niece, and have also helped care for a child with cerebral palsy. I'm happy to help with pets. Willing to learn about how to care for any type of special needs. I do not have a car or a licence.
Leah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Amber. and I am a full time college student at the University of Tennessee majoring in Architecture. I am looking for work on Tuesdays and Thursdays or couples who need evenings off. I am available anytime after 5:30 on Fridays and anytime Saturday and Sunday! I love children and have spent time volunteering at...
Amber can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Strawberry Plains, TN
Lori J.
5.0
Lori is a wonderful caregiver! For over 2 1/2 years, she helped with the care of my Mother who required 24/7 care. She has knowledge, training, experience and a passion to provide quality care for your loved one. Without hesitation, I can say that Lori is a consummate professional. The following are...
- Margaret G.
Lillian D.
5.0
We have known Lillian for many years! She has babysat both my boys since they were babies. She is very detail oriented and caring. My boys love her so much and are always so excited when she comes to babysit. We have had her babysit while I am at work all day as well as well as dates nights. We feel...
- Care member
Jadyn M.
5.0
Jadyn was a big help to us caring for our baby. She was flexible when we needed to adjust our times and arrived when scheduled. Looking forward to working with her again.
- Care member
Sayra P.
5.0
Sayra was phenomenal to work with! The kids loved her!!! We were in town for a wedding, and she babysit two days. She even got the kids dressed and ready to attend the wedding reception, and then brought them back to the hotel. She was amazing to work with and so kind. I wish she lived closer to us!
- Rachel M.
Kaileigh M.
3.0
Kaileigh is very sweet. She committed to work for us for the summer and we really enjoyed having her here, but after a few weeks she quit with no notice forcing me to take 2-wks off to try and find a new nanny. Her reason: when my two year old has a tantrum, she disliked when we come in to assist....
- Bonnie M.
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