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Kayla L.


Alexander, NC

$13-20/hr

Here For You!

5.0

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Hi my name is Kayla! I have worked with kids through care. com for 8 years now. I have loved every family I have worked with and continue to! Although special needs is a new position for me I would love the opportunity to be able to help Your family !
5.0
"Kayla was by far one of the best babysitter's/Nanny we have ever come across. Our 3 daughters fell in love with her instantly. She was punctual, patient, and so caring. We highly recommend Kayla to any family looking for an extra pair of hands or a long term family...

Heidi A.

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Logan P.


Asheville, NC

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter/Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I graduated from culinary school with a degree in Pastry Arts, and all through school I nannied for a family with 3 young children (ages 6, 4, and 2 at the time). I've nannied full time for 2 years, and am comfortable with twins, nanny shares, and children with special needs. While I love baking, I am also fulfilled by...
Logan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Logan nannied for my 3 1/2 year old daughter, and was so wonderful. She was punctual, very active and kept me in the loop throughout the day, which I appreciated. Highly recommend her!"

Staci B.

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Amber B.


Asheville, NC

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Skilled in creating fun, engaging and educational activities, while prioritizing children's safety and well being. I have worked with toddles for almost 20 years including to help raise family members and working as a daycare provider and a babysitter for many families. I have experience working with special needs children,...
Amber can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Babysat for our 1 and 3 year olds while we were on vacation. She was very friendly and willing to be flexible with hours (stay later if needed)."

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Ellen M.


Asheville, NC

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver for Children and Young Adults With Special Needs/Differences

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have an M. Ed. degree in exceptional education: specific learning disabilities. I have cared for and worked with students/children with developmental disabilities, Asperger's, ADHD, with and without hyperactivities and students diagnosed with epilepsy, OCD and other behavioral disorders. I have also worked with the legally...
5.0
"Excellent knowledge on education and willingness to help kids succeed!"

Kristi T.

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Katie L.


Asheville, NC

$23-25/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

While in college, I minored in Education and interned as a First Grade Teacher's assistant in Albany, NY. I have experience working in a medical model group home advocating for adult ladies with special needs (NY). In Asheville, I have nannied for the past 9 years. I have experience with twins and multiples. In June 2024, my...
Katie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Katie has been a nanny-turned-babysitter for our family for the past 5.5 years since our son was three months old. She is reliable, punctual, resourceful, thoughtful, kind, flexible, and really, everything you could want in a caregiver. I trust Katie completely and...

Rachael C.

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Selin H.


Asheville, NC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

My name is Selin and I immigrated here from Austria in 2016. I am a reliable caregiver with an active and healthy lifestyle. My strengths lie in creativity, flexibility, adaptability and communication. I approach children in a calm, loving and respectful way, engage with them at their level, and value building long-term...
Selin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Selin is truly exceptional, and we were very lucky to have her help our family over the summer. She's grounded, calm, patient, and responsible, yet somehow also able to be playful and silly with our almost 3 year old, too. When she first joined us, Selin really...

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Rich E.


Asheville, NC

$50/hr5 yrs exp

Baby Whisperer

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My experience with kids has been caring for children in my family, my nieces and nephews. I lived with my sister while she had her babies and I loved caring for them. Ever since I've been a reliable baby sitter. My favorite age is babies and small children. I worked the last 8 years with adults with special needs. I'm looking to...
Rich can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Very attentive and conscientious employee. Went beyond what was expected of him. Very punctual. "

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Rivers M.


Asheville, NC

$15-28/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing Homeschooling Mama With Experience With Special Needs And A Love Of Pets!

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My kids have asked that I work from home, and it's wonderful! They are home schooled and love to play & help with kids. We offer a calm loving environment for exploration and play! I have been working with children since 1996 and love it! So far I have worked in early childhood classrooms, as a preschool lead teacher,...
Rivers can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Rivers was available to help me out same day of request due to a last minute sitter cancellation. Which was wonderful! My daughter had such a good time, and is already continuing to ask when she can see Rivers again. Definitely recommend!"

Erin P.

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Bryn M.


Weaverville, NC

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

My name is Bryn and I graduated from Cal Poly in 2020. I have several years of babysitting and nannying experience, with children mainly from 6 months to 3 years old. Most of my experience has been with 1-2-year-old toddlers as I worked part time for three years at a local Church's childcare programs and worked full time as a...
Bryn can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bryn is doing a great job w our kids (6 days/wk!). The 2 yr old likes her calm demeanor and book reading skills; we're surprised how often the 2 yr old whispers things to Bryn in a secret voice. The 6 mo baby finds Bryn hilarious and laughs out loud at her funny...

Jenny L.

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Kathryn D.


Weaverville, NC

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I bring magic, creativity, and gentleness to childcare. I have been working as a nanny for the past year and looking for more consistent nanny work. My childcare experience includes teaching 2nd and 4th grade art classes, teaching karate classes to 4-6-year-olds, coaching a 5-6th grade volleyball team, working at the summer...
Kathryn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kat was not only on time she came early to make sure she wasn't late. Very sweet with our child she came with toys to play with him while we were away. Would recommend again. Thanks!"

Javier L.

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Marie S.


Asheville, NC

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Creative, Loving, And Responsible Sitter Here For You!

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

My name is Marie and I am a caring and attentive childcare provider! *Part-time weekday and weekend childcare available. *Currently a student at AB Tech studying occupational therapy assistant. Eager to help children learn through play and improve their self-care and self-regulation skills. *3 years of experience working at a...
Marie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Marie was great - kids were happy and had a great time with her, she asked good questions and was flexible when our plans changed slightly - would definitely hire her again next time we come to Asheville!"

Amanda R.

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Beth W.


Asheville, NC

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Beth. I currently working for a family that has 2 boys, 7 years old and 3 years old. I have been working with this family for 3 years. I love watching both develop into funny and curious boys. The 7-year-old, I picked up from school and helped him with his homework and played board games. The 3-year-old, I watched...
Beth can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Beth was our nanny for 3 years and she was incredibly loving to our children and very dependable. She mainly took care of our 3 month old up until he was 3 and a half and also our older child when he wasn't in school. Rarely would she call in sick or ask for time...

Tyler E.

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Phoebe G.


Asheville, NC

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

RN / Mom / Care Provider / Special Needs OK

Love kids and elders (pets great too!) Happy to diversify and care for all sorts of people. Have some pediatric nursing care experience - most of my experience is from being a mother though :D NC RN
Phoebe can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hi! My name is Julianna and I am a teacher employed with Buncombe County Schools. I am currently in search of summertime employment with the ability to babysit during the school year on nights and weekends. Previously, I have been a camp counselor and I was babysitter for different clients during college. As a result, I have...
Julianna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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Sheri K.


Asheville, NC

$20-35/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I've worked in this field am looking to pick up 1-2 days/week. I am passionate about care. Currently I work with a special needs child who is returning part time to school. Have references.
Hi, I'm Memphis:) I have experience nannying children with autism and adhd, as well as volunteering in a memory-care center. I am a nursing student and believe that my qualities of kindness, patience, and safety-awareness make me a great caretaker for those who have special needs.
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Debra C.


Leicester, NC

$20-21/hr10 yrs exp

Skilled And Trusted Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a vast array of experience in the medical field, and feel comfortable and confident in my ability to provide compassionate and competent care for any individual no matter their age or ability. With over 30 years experience from mother/baby to med/surg and ICU, I have provided professional support to all age groups and...
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Sheri K.


Asheville, NC

$10-15/hr

Senior Caregiver/ Companion

I currently care for a special needs child who is starting back at school part time. I cared for my grandparents at the end of their life and have loved working with seniors. I'm comfortable taking directions me learning whatever needs to be adjusted to. I am a kind and fun companion.
Sheri can also help with: Dementia, visiting physician, personal care, companionship, specialized care, mobility assistance & more
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Ali S.


Asheville, NC

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

NANNY SKYDIVER + HORSE LOVER

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have learned alot of moods, personalities , quirks, fears, wants and needs and favorite things. I'm not nanny of the year, but pretty darn good ! I have been called the baby whisperer ! I have 2 daughters and 3 beautiful grandkids. I have a flawless driving record, am a non-smoker, CPR trained, love pets, 9 covid vaccines,...
Ali can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Waverly L.


Asheville, NC

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Fun, Creative, And Responsible Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Over the years, caring for children has not only become a huge part of my life, but one of my biggest passions. Cultivating a positive and fun atmosphere in the home is really important to me. I am very adaptable to different needs- whether it be large families, children with special needs, infants, or children of all ages. I...
Waverly can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Alexander, NC

Kayla L.

5.0

Kayla was by far one of the best babysitter's/Nanny we have ever come across. Our 3 daughters fell in love with her instantly. She was punctual, patient, and so caring. We highly recommend Kayla to any family looking for an extra pair of hands or a long term family member.

- Heidi A.

Logan P.

5.0

Logan nannied for my 3 1/2 year old daughter, and was so wonderful. She was punctual, very active and kept me in the loop throughout the day, which I appreciated. Highly recommend her!

- Staci B.

Amber B.

5.0

Babysat for our 1 and 3 year olds while we were on vacation. She was very friendly and willing to be flexible with hours (stay later if needed).

- Care member

Ellen M.

5.0

Excellent knowledge on education and willingness to help kids succeed!

- Kristi T.

Katie L.

5.0

Katie has been a nanny-turned-babysitter for our family for the past 5.5 years since our son was three months old. She is reliable, punctual, resourceful, thoughtful, kind, flexible, and really, everything you could want in a caregiver. I trust Katie completely and would highly endorse her to any...

- Rachael C.

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