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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Thompsons Station, TN

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Thompsons Station, TN

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Carol M.


Thompsons Station, TN

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Occasional Sitter For Date Nights, Errands, Sick Child, Back Up For Full Time Nanny

5.0

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My philosophy toward caregiving is to engage a child in a warm, patient, and nurturing way. It is important to understand the various developmental stages and milestones in order to foster learning and growth. I have 13 years experience in childcare and especially enjoy the ages 0-5. I also have experience with children with...
Carol can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"She is great with children including children with developmental delays. She is prompt and an excellent communicator. She is also an animal lover which is an added bonus for our family. When she comes to sit with our kids, we have such peace of mind knowing that...

Kristen D.

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Hannah R.


Thompsons Station, TN

$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Educator Looking For Occasional To Part Time Work

Hello! I am currently very excited to be transitioning from a career in the pharmaceutical industry to work in special education. I am currently working as an Assistant Head Counselor at a therapeutic summer day camp and will begin work as a High School Special Education Interventionist in August. I have a passion for working...
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Madelyn P.


Thompsons Station, TN

$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny!

Hello! I am 23 years old, and born and raised in Nashville. I was a vet tech for 5 years before I became an LPN. I'm continuing my education and will graduate with my RN this year. I love animals, healthy lifestyles, and community. I have been a caretaker for 10 years. I have experience with children from infancy to teenagers,...
With a Master's in Education, the hands-on experience of being a stay-at-home mom to three sons, and a background working with children with special needs, I bring both knowledge and deep compassion to caregiving. I believe in meeting each child where they are, nurturing their growth with patience, love, and understanding....
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

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Sheila H.


Thompsons Station, TN

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Warm And Caring Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of experience caring for others, including 3 of my own children (my youngest was medically fragile and had special needs) and my own mom as she aged. I have extensive experience working with individuals who are medically fragile and/or have special needs. I love working with all age groups, but have a...
Sheila can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I love helping and serving others and bringing joy to their days! I have a calm demeanor, but am also full of energy with a positive, encouraging spirit. I have around 23 years of experience caring for and helping others in various capacities. I have worked with children of all ages, typically developing to medically fragile and...
Sheila can also help with: Dementia, personal care, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Mariah R.


Franklin, TN

$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Passionate And Professional Nanny In Franklin, TN

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi families! My name is Mariah and I am currently looking for a professional nanny position. I have nearly 7 years of childcare experience with kids of all ages and abilities! Additionally, I am CPR and First Aid certified, a former lifeguard (water safety!), and actively involved in my church's special needs ministry. While...
Mariah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mariah looked after my 2 boys (ages 4 and almost 2) for the day, and she did amazing! "

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Deanna L.


Spring Hill, TN

$12-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Happy To Help!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since I was a preteen, but have been in the professional space on and off for a number of years as well. I have worked with many types of children, and was a substitute paraprofessional with special needs children as well as working with general education preschoolers in a school setting. I have always...
Deanna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Very happy with her level of care. "

Kimberly B.

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Kathleen F.


Spring Hill, TN

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny Available.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a young at heart, active grandmother with three grown children and 9 grandchildren. I am healthy and have no physical limitations. I moved to Tennessee from the Birmingham, Alabama area to be closer to my grandchildren. I have experience as a caregiver from overseeing the care of my mother, aunt and special needs cousin. I...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My son loves her, she is always on time and dependable. She is still my choice for date night."

Lubna S.

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Abigail L.


Franklin, TN

$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Abigail From TN

I've had much experience with childcare my whole life! My mother would nanny, so I grew up helping take care of others. I see a big importance with family and children. I started babysitting at 13, and have some experience with children with special needs, children in foster care, and infants. I'm extremely patient and willing...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Abi is sweet and reliable! She is extremely creative, so your kids will never be bored. I have known Abi for 7 years now, and I can vouch that she is a warm and loving individual with motherly qualities. She has background working for several families including...

Edith G.

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Arden W.


Spring Hill, TN

$25/hr • 4 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Arden! I just came across your last and would love to hear more about your family and chat further about the position! A few things about me; I love Jesus, enjoy spending time with friends and family, and traveling! I'm heavily involved in my church and will possibly be stepping up into a staff position! As of now I'm...
Arden can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Arden is a great and extremely reliable nanny! She does an amazing job of making children feel safe and loved in her care. She is very professional and attentive. I would highly recommend Arden to all parents!"

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Wendy P.


Franklin, TN

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver For Special Needs

I have a passion to care for people of all ages. My gifts and passion are especially for people that have special needs.
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Amy E.


Spring Hill, TN

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm a non-smoking gal that is looking for a family to provide part-time child care for. I have about five years of professional day care experience), as well as over 20 years of individual/private babysitting and working as a nanny. I have experience with special needs (I also have a medical background), multiples,...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, travel
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I recently had the pleasure of meeting Amy, and I must say, she left a very positive impression. Although we ultimately decided that she wasn't the right fit for our specific needs, I feel compelled to share my experience and recommend her to other families who may...

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Lacey B.


Spring Hill, TN

$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Responsible Special Needs Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Patient, compassionate and caring provider. Over 10+ years of experience working as a childcare provider and nanny for independent families as well as in other childcare faculties with children 0-teen. Recent years of Experience volunteering at a ranch home a few times working alongside adults with various physical,...
5.0
"Leaving our 1 year old son with Lacey felt very comforting. We live in the Caribbean, traveled to Nashville and needed a nanny for one night. At first I was kind of nervous of leaving my son with a complete stranger, but Lacey made me trust her with my precious....

Stephanie H.

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Racheal C.


Franklin, TN

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Love Children And Pets

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was in the child care profession for over 20 years. I have been an assistant director and director. Along with that, I have also done cooking, cleaning, and watching different age groups in the child care services. At this time, I do work part-time with a special needs child who has stolen my heart. I also don't mind animals...
Racheal can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Racheal was fantastic! Warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. Highly recommend!"

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Kaitlyn D.


Franklin, TN

$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Kaitlyn, 18, Experience In Special Needs Care

My name is Kaitlyn, I am 18 years old. I am currently attending Clinical's as a nursing assistant and am working on my CNA license. I have three little brothers, one with cerebral palsy, and an older sister. I take my brother to therapy sometimes and love to be apart of his growth and development. I hope to become a pediatric...
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Riley F.


Spring Hill, TN

$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Nanny And Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Riley and I'm located in Spring Hill, TN. I graduated from Purdue Global with an associate's degree in early childhood development. I received my Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification in July of 2021. I am an extremely organized and punctual individual who absolutely loves and adores children. My...
Riley can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Riley was kind, caring and punctual. Our daughter loved spending time with her!"

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Rachel M.


Spring Hill, TN

$12-35/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 7+ years working with children with special needs. I'm comfortable with various types of disabilities and needs, including personal care, academic help, and recreational time. I am a paraprofessional in an elementary school, and with my summer schedule being flexible, I am looking to fill my time with some caregiver jobs.
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Teena S.


Spring Hill, TN

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Teena and I live in the greater Nashville area. I genuinely love helping and serving others! I am upbeat, honest, respectful, and a hard worker! Although my degree is in education, I have taken care of special needs children and adults for 20 years. Several being elderly. I would love the opportunity to help your...
Teena can also help with: Dementia, transportation, respite care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Ryan M.


Franklin, TN

$18-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Fun, Bubbly Nanny

Hey! My name is Ryan. I am the middle of nine children as well as having multiple nephews. Playing with them and loving them is an honor. One of my little sisters has special needs so I'm comfortable caring for children of all types and backgrounds. I have also worked in daycares, been a ballet teacher, and a babysitter in the...
Ryan can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Thompsons Station, TN

Carol M.

5.0

Carol has been such a blessing to my family. She is genuine, cheerful and such a sweet person. It has felt like she is part of the family since we met. Carol has always been so helpful and flexible with anything I have asked of her. My kids love to hear that Carol is coming to watch them.

- Care member

Mariah R.

5.0

Mariah looked after my 2 boys (ages 4 and almost 2) for the day, and she did amazing!

- Care member

Deanna L.

5.0

Very happy with her level of care.

- Kimberly B.

Kathleen F.

5.0

We loved having her watch our little girl in our home. She was so caring, loving, and friendly to her and our entire family. We would hire her again 10x over!

- CJ W.

Abigail L.

5.0

Abi is so sweet, my son just loves her! She's got a sweet personality and loves my baby and takes great care of him, she's responsible, thoughtful and loving! A great babysitter for anyone!

- Julie P.

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