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Selena S.

Shelbyville, KY

4.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
As a dedicated childcare provider with 8 years of experience, I am passionate about nurturing the growth and development of young minds. My previous babysitting roles allowed me to discover my knack for caring for children, and I'm excited to bring my skills to your family. I consider myself patient, calm, creative, and...

Care Member says "She was very understanding about a schedule change. Our child said she had a good day. "

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KJ

Shelbyville, KY

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$10/hr
8 years experience
I also have quite a bit of experience caring for special needs children, from toddlers all the way up to teenagers. I am currently receiving education on this, but I have peer tutored since I was of kindergarten age.
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Shelbyville, KY

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$10/hr
I've worked as a nanny for many years and have loved being a caretaker to kids. Since finishing with my last family I've decided I want to extend my reach a little and try helping in other ways. I understand I lack a lot of experience in working with special need families, but I am extremely caring and a fast learner so I'm...
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Fun Sitter

Simpsonville, KY

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
A little bit about me is that I am a Christian, I love working out, going on walks, spending time with friends and family, and shopping! I have worked with children in many capacities. I have mentored students at an elementary school as a part of my early childhood development classes taken in high school. I have also been a...
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Simpsonville, KY

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$12/hr
2 years experience
I have two years under my belt working with an elderly man with a mental disorder, hearing impairment and bad eyesight. Special needs care available.
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Special Needs

Taylorsville, KY

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
respite care
I do cls/respite I also have dsp experience. I have several years working with people whom have disabilities. Caring for special needs. Is my compassion. Located in Shelby county can do surrounding counties

Care Member says "Extremely dependable. Very caring! Crystal is an amazing caregiver! She watched my special needs adult daughter for many years! We had to part ways...

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Child Whisperer

New Castle, KY

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Children are my passion! Started babysitting at 12 years old and have never stopped. Graduated from UK with BBA in Marketing. Owner & Director of Preschool and After-school programs for 23 yrs in Henry County. Managed Shelby Co After School and Summer Camps 6 years. Certified CPR & First Aid and Professional Development classes...

Melissa C. says "Joy is the best of the best. She looked after my 3 children full-time for a year - I don't think they've ever had so much fun - but now we are moving!!...

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Looking For Part Time Work (Caregiver, Babysitting, Cleaning)

Pleasureville, KY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I love doing what I do. I have worked the last 12 years taking care of Adult with Mental Retardation. It's such a rewarding job. A little about myself: I have worked full-time the last 12 years for a group home for adults with mental retardation. I loved my job and the people I took care of. My duties included everything from...

Marla J. says "I am regaining control over my household clutter and neglect. Cindy came in with a wonderful spirit to help me clean. She started in the kitchen and...

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CHILDCARE.

Louisville, KY

3.7(1)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Mofoluwaso also known as Janet. I'm a nurse/ midwife with an experience of over a decade caring for children at any age you can think of. Caring is my passion. I can care for your newborn, infants, toddlers, school age children and so on. I do special needs care as well. I am a Christian and a mother too. I...

Kelley H. says "Mofoluwaso is wonderful with my girls. She has a sweet smile and a warm personality. I'm very happy with the relationship she is building with my girls....

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CNA For Special Needs Medical & Mental Health

Louisville, KY

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello I'm Vaccinated :) I have been a CNA for over 16 years. I worked at a daytime facility for special needs adults and I have worked with special needs children and adults. I currently work for a Very well respected company on a Crisis Team for Children in Mental Health Crisis. I have experience with Children on the Spectrum...

Christina B. says "She was absolutely the best!!! So caring and kind with my kiddos - I would have her back any day."

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Special Needs Helper

Crestwood, KY

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
5 years experience
I have worked with children at home of the innocence in the special needs area as well as volunteering at elementary schools. I have also worked with adult with various abilities and disabilities. My father is an amputee and has many other issues. I have been caring for not only him but his wife as well.

Alana A. says "Casey is a very caring individual who is very capable as a care-giver."

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Experienced Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Specializing In Cognitive Disabilities PRN

Louisville, KY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I currently work full time with adults with traumatic brain injuries as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in a community based setting. I have worked in this setting for 10 years, and I also have experience working with elders in SNF setting. I am looking to pick up PRN work in evenings or weekends.

Trish L. says "Karen was very helpful for post operative care assistance I hired her for. She helped with bathing and wound care and was very professional with a great...

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Louisville, KY

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$19/hr
Companionship
respite care
transportation
errands
light cleaning
I am a teacher, mom & wife. I have been teaching for 20 years. I have over 30 years of caretaking experience for children, family members, a special needs adult client and pets. I'm here to help!
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Care Giver

Frankfort, KY

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Im 50 years old I'm raising my grandkids and two are special needs but they are in school during the day leaving me free time to help others. In my 20s I had my CNA and was a preschool teacher for many years. I love children of all ages.
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Full Time Caregiver

Louisville, KY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
respite care
hospice services
personal care
I am a CNA experienced working in Private Homes, Rehab Hospital, Nursing homes. I have experienced working with clients with dementia Alzheimer's, stroke, paraplegic I also have experience using Hoyer Lift transfers. I've worked with Special needs clients Diabetic G-tube feedings on ventilator machines medication reminders vital...
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Taylorsville, KY

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$17/hr
I am a married mom to three adult children and 2 fur babies. I am retired from the "business" world and would now like to fill my time helping others. I am energetic, compassionate, fun, hard-working and kind. Having raised 3 children, I am familiar with parental expectations, and will commit to care for your children as I would...
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Louisville, KY

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hi, My name is Ty! I'm 22 years old. I graduated from WKU with a bachelor's in social work. I moved to Louisville a year ago to peruse a career in Child Protective Services work. I am now going to start graduate school at UK to obtain my Master's in Social Work. In the meantime I am hoping to help families out with child...
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Taylorsville, KY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have many years experience working with the wide variety of working with clients with special needs. I've done PDS services behavior, tech community access residential. I've worked with Michelle P client and Scl clients
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Pewee Valley, KY

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I am a big hearted extrovert who loves to get out! I am responsible, caring, and I like to have fun with the kids! I also have years experience working with the special needs community and love it.
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  • 47 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $13.75/hr as of March 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Shelbyville, KY

Special Needs Caregivers in Shelbyville, KY are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 47 listed special needs caregivers

Selena S.

She was very understanding about a schedule change. Our child said she had a good day.

- Care member

Crystal D.

Extremely dependable. Very caring! Crystal is an amazing caregiver! She watched my special needs adult daughter for many years! We had to...

- Care member

Joy R.

Joy is the best of the best. She looked after my 3 children full-time for a year - I don't think they've ever had so much fun - but now we...

- Melissa C.

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