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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Asheville, NC

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Asheville, NC

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Tierney M.


Asheville, NC

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

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I have three years of experience caring for individuals with special needs that ranges from cognitive disabilities, epilepsy, autism, cerebral palsy, etc. I'm able to help with bathing, feeding, toileting, dressing, transferring, and companionship. CPR, First Aide Certified PCA Certification
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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Norah C.


Asheville, NC

$24/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny For Hire!

Hi! My name is Norah. I'm 18, I'm a graphic designer and I graduated with honors, with an associates degree in liberal arts and sciences. I love art, and music of all different sorts. I love being outdoors, and have many out door hobbies. I love not only watching children and ensuring their safety, but I love to teach children...
Norah can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Clara P.


Asheville, NC

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Sweet Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as a nanny and substitute teacher for the past 10 years. I am a 30-year-old female who is seeking a care taking job. I have worked with special needs students and none special needs students and I can provide references/ my resume upon request. I look forward to connecting ! Warmly, Clara
Clara can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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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:

CPR

First Aid

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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
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Sarah K.


Asheville, NC

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Local Nursing Student Offering Childcare!

I have been providing childcare for local families for over 10 years, including working with children with special needs. I was a camp counselor through college, as well as spending several years working before getting my big girl job at an aviation company. I am currently in the process of quitting my full time job to go back...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Megan S.


Asheville, NC

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

Ceramic Artist Makes For Creative Nanny

Hey there, I am a ceramic artist with a passion for making creative spaces. I have been working as a certified and trained in home care provider since 2016. I am comfortable with children from the ages of 3 months and upwards. I have experience working with multiples and children with special needs. I am always willing to meet...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Anna J.


Asheville, NC

$12-17/hr5 yrs exp

Caring, Enthusiastic, Outdoor Loving Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Anna (she/her). I'm a sophomore at UNC-Asheville looking for work. I'd love to spend time with your kids. We can play games outside, bake, or do crafts. I'm mature, responsible, and calm. I do have a mild form of CP but it does not affect my ability to care for children. I worked as a summer camp counselor at the...
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I'd describe my personality as positive willing to help. And caring of others. I like working with kids because Kids are so pure. They are free of negativity and judgment. I'm looking for a job that can do nights and weekends. Mostly looking for a babysitting jobs for nights and weekends. I started working with kids when I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Cortney K.


Asheville, NC

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Reliable Child Care Sitter!

Hi! My name is Cortney and I live in NorthEast Asheville! I have been caring for children of all ages for over 10 years and have coached special Olympics swimming, worked at two different special needs summer camps and have had an internship at a special needs day program center.
Cortney can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kelli O.


Asheville, NC

$24-25/hr2 yrs exp

Mom Of 4 Experienced In Special Needs

I was blessed to raise my 4 children for 25 years while also helping run a ministry for young men that need a second chance. I then had the pleasure of taking care of a young lady with Cerebral Palsy, who is wheel chair bound, for 2 years before moving to Asheville recently. I understand how hard it can be to have to be away...
Kelli can also help with: Home modification, errands, respite care, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning & more

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my names Elizabeth but you can call me Liz. I've had babysitting experience for over 10 years, I also have a 4-year-old son who is on the spectrum and may have to tag along at times, he would love a friend (or more)to play with! I gentle parent and am very into self-directed activity, hands-on learning, and collaborative...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Bryn M.


Weaverville, NC

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(5)

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

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bryn watched our newborn and did a fantastic job. She was very communicative, flexible and punctual. Would definitely recommend!!"

Peter C.

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Shannon E.


Arden, NC

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Previous Teacher & School Counselor, Mom Of 2 Young Adults, Educated, Patient, Compassionate

I'm a mom of two children in their low 20s, previous teacher (including for children with special needs), school counselor, counselor & coach for young/adults, and author. I'm a very compassionate, patient woman who is creative, loves to have fun with children, and enjoys anything educational. As a counselor, I am trained in...
Shannon can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Shannon took great care of our child with special needs. Her devotion in meeting his needs was exceptional. Shannon a is very responsible and caring person. She was very attentive to our child’s needs and went well and beyond our expectations!"

Care member

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Kathryn D.


Weaverville, NC

$20-25/hr14 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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Kayla L.


Alexander, NC

$13-20/hr

Here For You!

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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Allison H.


Swannanoa, NC

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Errands. I also have years of taking care of my sibling with special needs and her friends.
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alexis C.


Arden, NC

$12-17/hr1 yrs exp

Aside from helping with my younger cousins and sister, I have experience in a classroom and with special needs children. I was a part of Teacher Cadets my senior year of high school, and during that class I gained experience with children of all ages and needs. I love animals and am good with house keeping duties. I have a...
Alexis can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Asheville, NC

Bryn M.

5.0

She has a very calm presence. My 5 and 6 year Olds were at ease with her immediately. She did a great job and I'd hire her again.

- Keri S.

Shannon E.

5.0

Shannon took great care of our child with special needs. Her devotion in meeting his needs was exceptional. Shannon a is very responsible and caring person. She was very attentive to our child’s needs and went well and beyond our expectations!

- Care member

Kathryn D.

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.

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.

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Ratings for Asheville, NC special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Asheville, NC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 64 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.