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58 special needs caregivers are listed in Watkinsville, GA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in Watkinsville, GA

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Michelle J.


Athens, GA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny Or Sitter

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Michelle. I have been caring for children of all ages and abilities for decades. I have been a nanny to many families and I also babysit for others. have taken care of itty bitties, toddlers, older children, children with special needs, multiples (four sets throughout the years). I have been a...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Lasheater B.


Athens, GA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Lasheater's Homecare Services

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am 43 years old and I am a loving person with a big heart. Caring for people is a passion for me whether you are old, young, or just totally disabled and need that small or big hand of assistance, I am that person. There is no problem with me having to lift anyone. I have been doing nursing since I was 18 years old and I love...
Lasheater can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, dementia, personal care, home modification
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Mary H.


Bogart, GA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

I was a live-in nanny for a 4-year-old girl with severe developmental delays and autistic tendencies. I prepared daily allergy/ texture friendly meals, administered medications, and engaged in fun indoor and outdoor activities. I was a respite care provider for a 9-year-old girl with Down syndrome who was adopted from...
5.0
"Mary really plays with my son. She does not just sit and watch TV."

Kimberly M.

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Taylor P.


Athens, GA

$18/hr7 yrs exp

Taylor.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Taylor, and I currently work full-time in a plant genetics laboratory at the University of Georgia. I am looking to switch to childcare fulltime. I have 5 years experience in childcare, and 2 additional years of childcare and music therapy for children with special needs. I graduated from College of the Atlantic...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"My children loved Taylor! She is kind and has the sweetest personality. She is very dependable and I always trusted her with my children. She did many activities with them that included coloring, playing with play dough, and playing outside. She also kept an eye...

Michelle G.

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Katherine A.


Athens, GA

$15-25/hr

Caregiver To Our ASD, ADHD, And Mantal Illness Friends

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have lots of experience with children with ASD, as I have a brother with it. He also has some friends with ASD that I have taken care of in the past as well. With ASD often come ADHD, which I have also taken care of in lots of little children that I have cared for through the years. I am in IB high level psychology, so I...
5.0
"Katie was wonderful! Watched our 1 year old son for a full day while we attended a wedding. So sweet, communicative, and handled our emotional son so well. Would definitely hire again when in Athens!"

Shannon G.

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Cali C.


Bogart, GA

$12-23/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Child Care Provider

I have been babysitting since I was in high school. The longest stretch of time I took care of a child consistently was nine months. The largest number of children I have watched at once is three. I have a little bit of experience with children with special needs and I am willing to learn and adapt if your child has any special...
Cali can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Carina S.


Athens, GA

$15-21/hr7 yrs exp

I am looking for a nanny job starting in January (and hopefully over the summer). I have experience with all ages (infant-teenager), special needs children, and multiples. I am willing to drive, do laundry, housekeeping, etc. I am CRP certified as well. I am happy to provide references from previous families I have nannied for.
Carina can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Mia A.


Monroe, GA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Playful Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Mia. I have been babysitting for over 10 years (kids ages infants to 14, I can change diapers). I have taken babysitting and CPR courses. I have a lot of experience with special needs children as well. (RBT certified by the BCBA) I am responsible, trustworthy, and open to different cultures. I am a playful &...
Mia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I specialize in fostering a secure and nurturing setting for persons across all age groups. Drawing from my background as a middle school special needs educator, I bring a profound dedication to caregiving. I also have a therapy dog to assist if requested. Leveraging my expertise in special needs and childcare, I guarantee...
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Melody S.


Statham, GA

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

My name is Melody. I started my nursing career working with special needs, I feel this is where my heart really is. I worked in a facility setting with many different diagnosis, I also worked in a Catholic Church facility with special needs women, we went on a vacation with Six ladies out of state to an Amish setting. And I work...
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Isabella R.


Monroe, GA

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

Full Time Baby Sitter/ Nanny

My name is Bella, i'm 23 and I am a mother to 3 of my own babies! I have worked with children of all ages in a daycare setting since 16, but my babysitting experience goes years beyond that. I have always loved working with children, and thoroughly enjoy being a mother to my own. I have experience caring for special needs...
Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Anna N.


Athens, GA

$13-50/hr1 yrs exp

I grew up with a family member with a disability so I am very passionate about the community. I also worked with adults with disabilities for over a year. My undergraduate degree is in Rehabilitation Science where I studied different disabilities as well. I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Dressing Assistance and...
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Brooke B.


Athens, GA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

I am a graduate student at UGA getting my masters in Applied Behavioral Science. I work regularly with toddlers, children, teens, and young adults (18-25) who have special needs such as autism, down syndrome, ODD, etc. Many of my clients also engage in severe challenging behavior, so I really have seen everything. I also have...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kelly F.


Winterville, GA

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Hello!

Hey!! I am Kelly. I am a CNA with 18 years experience. I have worked with individuals with both physical and mental disabilities. I am available days and evenings. I am also available to work weekends.
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Theresa R.


Winterville, GA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant And Certified CPR Instructor, Personal Care Assistant

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been a CNA since 1992 and CPR Instructor since 2008. I worked at Athens Regional for 5 years. I worked on the Neuroscience floor as a CNA, Phlebotomy, assist doctors with Nerve Conduction, sleep lab, and worked as a Electroenceplogram technologist. I also have experience in housekeeping, laundry, feeding, range of motion,...
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Grace L.


Athens, GA

$18/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started working with kids when I was in early high school where I would babysit a lot for family friends. I think started reaching out in social media groups in college where I would babysit over the summers and sometimes during the school year. Last summer I had a job working with children with special needs. I continue to...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Melody S.


Statham, GA

$16-47/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am generally a caregiver. I do have a CNA and CPR/ First Aid Certified. I have and currently working with special needs. I have worked with children and grandchildren. Have worked with infant to seniors, in a home Orr facility setting.
Melody can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Madison E.


Athens, GA

$12-17/hr6 yrs exp

Fun, Responsible Sitter

I have 6 years of experience with child care. I can help with travel and upkeep of the house. I'm a sophomore at the University of Georgia where I am studying Biology. I have previous nannying experience and love kids. I nannied 2 girls last summer (2022) and helped with chores, getting them to practices, etc. In high school, I...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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Ashley D.


Bogart, GA

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Available For Part-Time Childcare

I have been teaching special education for nine years but have been providing child/respite care for 15. I have experience working with children with a variety of needs including behavior, cognitive/developmental, and physical disabilities. I have a 7-year-old child of my own and enjoy bringing out the unique abilities in...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Watkinsville, GA

Mary H.

5.0

Mary really plays with my son. She does not just sit and watch TV.

- Kimberly M.

Taylor P.

5.0

Taylor was a wonderful sitter for my two kiddos aged 3 and 5 for an entire summer. She was friendly, responsible, knowledgeable, punctual, and fun. We all adored her! She thought of fun activities to do with the kids and drove them to different playgrounds throughout the week to keep things fresh....

- Sarah M.

Katherine A.

5.0

Katie was wonderful! Watched our 1 year old son for a full day while we attended a wedding. So sweet, communicative, and handled our emotional son so well. Would definitely hire again when in Athens!

- Shannon G.

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