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Find special needs caregivers in Westwego, LA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Westwego, LA

The average posted rate is $13/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Westwego, LA

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Karen V.


Westwego, LA

$20-33/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

4.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work with special needs kid during the day as a fulltime Teacher's Assistant. I do classroom management and help students to complete assignments.
Karen can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"Karen was great. Though her hours didn't work out for what we needed, she still wanted to meet with me and discuss the job and offer he services in the event she could help out."

Terra J.

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Escalither C.


Westwego, LA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional/ Caregiver

I been a caregiver for 17 years I worked with different age group spots from teenagers to Seniors. I enjoy helping and assisting others. I have a passion for it. I assist in medication reminder, grooming, oral care, hygiene, bathing, incontinence care, preparations of meals, companionship, transportation to grocery store and...
Escalither can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, home modification, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"She's loving caring great work ethics.Dependable team player."

Shen J.

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Karen V.


Westwego, LA

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Provider

Patient with special need, autism, speech disorders, medication repreparation, meal preparation, teach to feed themselves and basic life skills.
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Kristen W.


Westwego, LA

$12-30/hr1 yrs exp

Caring Educator And Child Care Provider

Hi! I'm Kristen, and I'm 23 years old. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and a teaching certificate for grades K-6. I have experience student teaching and teaching in grades K-5, as well as tutoring grades 2-12. With my experience teaching and student teaching, I have worked with students who have special needs,...
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Karron W.


Westwego, LA

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant Part-time

**Introduction** My journey has been a tapestry woven with threads of compassion, mediation, and community service. As a certified mediator and death doula, I have dedicated my life to supporting individuals during some of their most challenging moments. I currently serve as the Executive Director of the Reentry Mediation...
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Cureisha W.


Westwego, LA

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

I have a year and a half experience with children with special needs. Specializing in behavioral health and cerebral palsy. I've given care from companionship to total assistance ( dressing, grooming, ambulating , administering medications, etc .
Cureisha can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Escalither C.


Westwego, LA

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Service Worker/ Senior Care

I have 17years of experience with working with the seniors and special needs , and I have 16+ years experience working with kids. I assist with shopping, running errands, accompany to Dr. visits and daily activities, transportation, eating, bathing, food preparations and storage, light housekeeping, medication reminder,...
Escalither can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Karron W.


Westwego, LA

$12-25/hr10 yrs exp

I am a certified Nursing Assistant, also I work with special needs adults as well as children. I am currently in school to receive a human service degree next year.
Karron can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Noyata W.


New Orleans, LA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant

I take care of a lady with autism. I also take care of a man with Down's syndrome and love what I do.
5.0
"She is still employed in the daytime with me. She started working after Katrina here. My daughter is special needs and is nonverbal. I trust her in my house. She has a lot of patience with my daughter . Noyata is a very caring person."

Cynthia S.

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Lena R.


New Orleans, LA

$25-40/hr7 yrs exp

Child And Pet Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Ive been a positive, patient, loving and intuitive art teacher and caregiver for over 7 years. I love to take caregiving/nannying to the next level with fun art activity's and developing a special relationship with family's. I've had amazing experiences from nannying to teaching all ages as well as working with those with...
Lena can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is very good with kids and teens. She is an artist and has experience teaching and leading art experiences."

Andrea D.

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Amy S.


New Orleans, LA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

*** Experienced PT / FT Nanny ***

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

My name is Amy and I'm interested in finding a nanny position or babysitting opportunities. I was born and raised in New Orleans. I went to St. Martin's PreK - 12; attended Spring Hill and graduated from USM with a BS in Hotel, Restaurant Tourism Management. I'm also a recent graduate from LSUHSC with a masters in occupational...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Amy to watch our 2 children in the evenings while staying in New Orleans. Amy was very easy to communicate with, punctual, made dinner for our kids each night, and kept them safe while we were out. Both of our children liked and felt safe with Amy. One...

Desiree E.

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Elizabeth E.


New Orleans, LA

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a Masters of Clinical Mental Health student at Xavier University, I am living in the New Orleans area to continue my graduate program and am looking for part time work compatible with my evening school schedule. I have over 10 years of experience working with children and youth. I am very comfortable working with...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Eli is absolutely fantastic! Our children are autistic and she has all of the skills and experience to make them feel at ease. We would hire her again in a heartbeat!"

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Kim S.


Metairie, LA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 9 years of experience working at Magnolia community services with special needs individuals (with both physical and mental disabilities). My class was mainly compromised of the older population. The focus of the class was helping and assisting each individual with daily needs of life. I have also worked for several...
Kim can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Kim is wonderful and goes above and beyond with everything we've needed from her. Could not recommend more highly."

Lauren B.

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Madeline R.


New Orleans, LA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a very patient person especially when it comes to children. I have two much younger brothers, one who has Down syndrome. I'm creative, fun, and very loving. I've watched children while parents were out of town multiple times. I've watched children with special needs other than my brother before. I'm very reliable and pretty...
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Madeline watches my three children, ages 2-6, once a week. She picks one of them up from school, puts one down for a nap, and provides lunch and snacks. She spends a lot of time outside, crafting, and playing. My children love her and always ask when she is coming...

Rachel P.

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Lauren N.


New Orleans, LA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Warm Caregiver Available

I feel passionate about intergenerational care. In our society, it isn't always possible to give the full care and attention we want to give to our loves ones because of our busy schedules and a list of many other reasons. But with empathy and compassion, I would be proud to help your family member with their life needs, get to...
Lauren can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia & more
5.0
"Lauren is a great worker! She is quick with her hands and is very efficient. She is kind and happy to help. Lauren is very creative, and she can organize any space with the greatest of ease. Lauren will always finish what she starts. Lauren loves to cook and she...

Elizabeth F.

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Dayna S.


New Orleans, LA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist Looking For Part-time Work As A Caregiver

I've been an occupational therapist for 22 years with experience in long-term care and geriatrics working with various disabilities and illnesses including dementia, COPD, Parkinson's, CVA, post-surgical patients, generalized weakness, diabetes, visual loss, hearing impaired, mental illness, etc. I genuinely love to help other...
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Gilder D.


Metairie, LA

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant Available Full-time Can Travel, Household Cleaning, Can Administration Med

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am 56years old. I have worked as a personal care giver, and assistance for the last 16+ yrs. I truly love what I do. I have worked for several well-known doctors in the New Orleans area caring for their loved ones also I have experience in Feeding Tube, Dementia, Cerebral Palsy, Artisum Strokes, Paralyzed, Hip Replacement,...
5.0
"Well rounded & eager to help! Whatever the task at hand, Gilder is happy to help. Cleaning, running errands, helping me with postoperative care for my arm... Her cheerful demeanor is contagious. She still helps me & id refer her to anyone! Sarah"

Sarah W.

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Elizabeth E.


New Orleans, LA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

I have worked in group homes for youth aged 12-18 years old, specifically with mental health and behavioral issues. I have also nannied an autistic child for about 3 years on and off.
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Kristy M.


New Orleans, LA

$20-40/hr8 yrs exp

My name is Kristy, and I am excited to meet you and your family. I look forward to being a beneficial, productive, and valuable resource for you, your children, and your household- so that you all can take a deep breath and truly enjoy eachother, rather than getting caught up in the unknown logistics that accompany family...
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Aiyanna H.


Metairie, LA

$25/hr8 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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Westwego, LA

Karen V.

4.0

Karen was great. Though her hours didn't work out for what we needed, she still wanted to meet with me and discuss the job and offer he services in the event she could help out.

- Terra J.

Escalither C.

5.0

She's loving caring great work ethics.Dependable team player.

- Shen J.

Noyata W.

5.0

She is still employed in the daytime with me. She started working after Katrina here. My daughter is special needs and is nonverbal. I trust her in my house. She has a lot of patience with my daughter . Noyata is a very caring person.

- Cynthia S.

Lena R.

5.0

She is very good with kids and teens. She is an artist and has experience teaching and leading art experiences.

- Andrea D.

Amy S.

5.0

We hired Amy to watch our 2 children in the evenings while staying in New Orleans. Amy was very easy to communicate with, punctual, made dinner for our kids each night, and kept them safe while we were out. Both of our children liked and felt safe with Amy. One evening she even brought them each a...

- Desiree E.

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