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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Westwego, LA

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Westwego, LA

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Karen V.


Westwego, LA

$20-33/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

4.5

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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: Travel, carpooling
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/hr • 10 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: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, home modification & 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/hr • 1 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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Cureisha W.


Westwego, LA

$14-19/hr • 1 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: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Escalither C.


Westwego, LA

$16/hr • 10 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Jonell M.


New Orleans, LA

$15-20/hr

Caregiver

I have worked and cared for kids with and without special needs. I am a very clean and organized caregiver. I love children. I have 5 kids of my own
Jonell can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"She is a Mother 1st she treats all children under her care as her own little ones. My son raved about his time spent with Ms. Jonell even to this very day. She's truly one of the best out there"

Delmonique B.

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Noyata W.


New Orleans, LA

$10-15/hr • 5 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/hr • 7 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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lena is such a compassionate and caring person. She is responsible and is always working for the best experience for your child."

Addie R.

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Claire S.


Kenner, LA

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Care Taker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced in hospitality and medical industry, I am pro-active and efficient. Polyglot. Background check available.
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Amy S.


New Orleans, LA

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

*** Experienced PT / FT Nanny ***

Hired by 11 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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Any was wonderful! She babysat our 3 month old and watched our dog while we had a date night. She is really dedicated and passionate about childcare and we are so happy to have hired her. She is highly recommended!"

Jeff B.

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Elizabeth E.


New Orleans, LA

$20-22/hr • 10 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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Eli was a great addition to our family dynamic. She not only provided care for our 5 year old daughter, but also picked her up from school, took her on adventures, and prepared meals for her. Eli worked in our home for 2 years and we never had to worry whether or...

Katie P.

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Kim S.


Metairie, LA

$15-20/hr • 10 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: Dementia, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & 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

$10-15/hr • 3 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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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Dayna S.


New Orleans, LA

$25-30/hr • 10 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/hr • 10 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
"Gilder is an incredibly kind, diligent and knowledgeable caregiver. She has been taking care of my mother for almost a year and I have seen her working with her in a most compassionate, caring and considerate way. I HIGHLY recommend her!!"

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Elizabeth E.


New Orleans, LA

$15-20/hr • 4 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/hr • 8 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...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Im currently in graduate school to pursue early child hood and special education. Im also a 3rd grade SPED co teacher. I enjoy working one on-one in sped because the bonds are more personal. I enjoy finding out different techniques that work for each child.
5.0
"Brianna is the best! She is helpful, quickly picked up the things we needed help with. She cared for our daughter excellently and became part of our family. She really provided me with the support I needed, managing working from home and managing care for my kid. I...

Nyshaunte R.

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Isabella T.


Metairie, LA

$22/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name's Izzy. I have many years of experience with children. I used to work after care at Country Day with the 1-4-year-olds. I was a nanny for a family for 2 years, a teenager, a 3-year-old and an 8-year-old. My responsibilities included transportation, pick up and drop off, running errands, meal preparation, playing...
Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Isabella has been so incredible with our 4 month old! Can't recommend her enough. She is incredibly kind and aware of our sons wants and needs."

Abigail M.

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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.

Jonell M.

5.0

She is a Mother 1st she treats all children under her care as her own little ones. My son raved about his time spent with Ms. Jonell even to this very day. She's truly one of the best out there

- Delmonique B.

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.

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