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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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Geovana M.


New Orleans, LA

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

CPR First Aid Cert. Care

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Hello my name is Gia. I am a senior at the University of Houston. I am experienced caring for people of all walks, babies to elderly. I am first aid and CPR certified and am fluent in English Spanish and some Italian.
I'm a reliable, energetic, and patient person who has 15 years of experience caring for children from infants to teenagers, including children with special needs. With me, your children will receive the best care in a supervised, safe, and stable environment.
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Sophia R.


New Orleans, LA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter/Art Teacher In New Orleans, LA

I have been babysitting & teaching art lessons on & off for the past 10 years while receiving my education. Recently, I graduated from LSU with a Bachelor's in Fine Art & went on a solo-backpacking trip through Europe. I have been a sitter for children ages 6 months -12yrs old. If your child is interested in the arts, I also...
Sophia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Aljanee J.


New Orleans, LA

$17-19/hr6 yrs exp

I'm Loving, fun To Work With, I'm Willing To Learn More

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm very passionate about my line of work. I'm a good organizer and time management. Some of my experience is Hospice ( Making my patients a comfortable as possible, giving bathes , and feeding ). I also have experience in Sitting Work ( feeding, bathing confronting patient, and light duty around the house ). I also have worked...
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Corinne C.


New Orleans, LA

$18-22/hr

Loving Caregiver

I owned a babysitting service in my 20's to put myself through school. I worked with many different kids with special needs. Each situation was amazing in its own way. Don't hesitate to ask questions about my experience!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rebecca, I'm a Senior at Tulane University studying on the Pre-Health track. I have 6 years of experience with kids of all ages as well as children with special needs. I am CPR/First Aid certified and have my own car. Contact me if interested :)
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Alyssia A.


New Orleans, LA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I was previously a nanny for various families throughout the Metro New Orleans area for 10+ years. I also have experience working with special needs children as an occupational therapy tech, as well as teaching at an early education center ages 6 months to 4 years. I graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Psychology in 2015....
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Natalie L.


Metairie, LA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Giggles And Smiles

I have many years experience of childcare from my nieces and nephews to a daycare setting. I enjoy providing giggles and smiles but I am also fabulous at setting and maintaining boundaries with children. I have also worked with 3 children with Special Needs-Autism. I am also a social worker and am familiar with child development...
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Alissa H.


New Orleans, LA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Weekend/Evening Babysitter

Hello! My name is Alissa and I am a junior at Xavier University of Louisiana. I have 2+ years of experience in childcare and babysitting. I have experience working with children (ages 6-18) who have special needs as a Behavior Line Technician and teacher. I have experience with children with Autism, ADHD, ADD, and Down Syndrome....
Alissa can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Hi - My name is Jessica and I'm graduate student at Tulane. Outside of my studies, I would love to help children and families who need an extra hand. I've been working with kids since I was 14 and love it. I started by watching my younger cousins over the summer, and then began babysitting for kids in our neighborhood. In the...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Cecilia B.


New Orleans, LA

$18-24/hr3 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
I am a senior at Louisiana State University. I am a behavioral technician. I work with children of all ages. I assist with school work and any other behavioral needs.
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Gabriella P.


New Orleans, LA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Warm, Responsible, And Ready To Make Fun Memories!

I am an experienced childcare provider, with 8 years of experience. I am currently working on my doctorate in clinical psychology and have experience working with children who have a wide variety of special needs. I have experience with applied behavior analysis in addition to caring for many children at a time, as I taught...
Gabriella can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I worked at a clinic for kids with Autism for a year and a half. I grew up with food allergies and still have them so I am very careful around foods. I am also comfortable with Epipens. I have worked in Celebrate Recovery for numerous years dealing with mental illness. I also have experience as a youth support specialist for...
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Daphne W.


New Orleans, LA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced & Dedicated

With nearly 13 years of dedicated caregiving, specializing in both typical and special needs children, I've had the joy of watching little ones grow and thrive under my care. I pride myself on creating a warm, safe, nurturing and fun environment where kids can be themselves and learn. My friendly and open approach helps me build...
Daphne can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Katherine M.


New Orleans, LA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Sitter, Early Childhood Education Volunteer, & Camp Counselor

I love working with children and have 10 years of experience as a childcare provider. I enjoy creating a fun and nurturing environment where children can learn and grow. I'm friendly, approachable, and silly, yet smart. I keep parents informed about their child's day by providing written reports and communicating verbally at...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Alaina F.


Kenner, LA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time-Full Time Care Taker

I love working with children. I am currently in school. I am a homeschooler. I also work with two little boys with special needs. I am dependable but also fun and energetic. I'm 18 years old. I love to do arts and crafts. with me your children will have fun and feel safe. I have years of experience. I am also comfortable with...
Alaina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
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Kema C.


Marrero, LA

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

I'm a certified nursing assistant I've worked under all spectrum hospitals, homes, and nursing homes. I've been certified over 20 years I'm a loving and compassionate care giver.
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Alexandra C.


New Orleans, LA

$22/hr9 yrs exp

Compassionate, Reliable, And Patient Babysitter

Hi everyone! My name is Alexandra and I graduated from Tulane last year with a major in psychology and minor in business. I have 9+ years of babysitting experience, have worked at a few summer camps, and this past summer I worked at a preschool for children with special needs as a Special Education Teacher Assistant. I have...
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Hanna K.


New Orleans, LA

$18/hr6 yrs exp

Hanna

My name is Hanna, I'm 28 years old and I am a nursing student. I did study biology back home, I was a science/ biology teacher for 2 years. I did an exchange program which I lived with 2 different host families to learn the language and take care of the kids. I have really good references, I am an infant qualified and also...

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