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Julia L.


Asheville, NC

$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver (Professionally Certified FL Teacher)

5.0

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Hello! I believe strongly and deeply in giving neurodiverse and physically diverse populations personalized assistance to reach their full potential. I am proud to have over 6 years of professionally certified teaching experience working with children with varying exceptionalities in public and private settings. I received my...
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Kathryn D.


Weaverville, NC

$20-25/hr • 14 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: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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Beth W.


Asheville, NC

$10-15/hr • 10 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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, 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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Ellen M.


Asheville, NC

$10-20/hr • 10 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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Shannon E.


Arden, NC

$20-28/hr • 10 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, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"Shannon worked with our family for about 6 months caring for my 2 year old. Shannon was engaged, punctual, and always came up with fun things to do with my son. She was great at redirecting him and engaging him when I left for work, and generally transitions to...

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Cortney K.


Asheville, NC

$15-20/hr • 8 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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Elizabeth H.


Asheville, NC

$14/hr • 8 yrs exp

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: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Madeline W.


Asheville, NC

$25-35/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello!

My name is Maddi! I am 25 years old. I have lots of experience babysitting, teaching and caring for individuals of all ages. I have a dual licensed degree as an Intervention Special (special education) with mild to moderate disabilities as well as moderate to intensive. I also have a minor in Autism Spectrum Disorders. I have...
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Sarah K.


Asheville, NC

$20-30/hr • 10 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: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kelli O.


Asheville, NC

$24-25/hr • 2 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: Meal prep, respite care, errands, light cleaning, home modification, transportation & more
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Michelle M.


Asheville, NC

$22-40/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver All Kinds Of Special Needs Individuals, Children And Adults

I have been working with individuals with special needs since I was 16. My father is a special needs teacher. I have been a nanny to families and I have worked in a camp environment. I am a passionate advocate for special needs causes.
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Phillip L.


Asheville, NC

$18-50/hr • 8 yrs exp

Committed And Experienced Caregiver.

I am a compassionate and experienced Caregiver specializing in caring for persons with disabilities, who is adept in providing optimal care for those who cannot provide self-care & those who require a more intense level of care. I am committed to caring for clients in a way that improves their overall quality of life. I...
Hi I worked law enforcement for 10 years. I have a clean background. Have trading in CPR, first aid other behavioral classes.
I have experience with elder care through taking care of my family. I understand that this field requires patience and compassion which I am prepared to give. I have 6 years of professional experience as a caregiver for young adults with special needs, and a lifetime of experience caregiving for a family member with high support...
Kristin can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
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Katherine D.


Asheville, NC

$16-26/hr • 7 yrs exp

Teacher And Nature Lover!

I love to work with a variety of kids. I've worked in education for 8 years as both a teacher and tutor. I am CPR trained and also am comfortable with all animals. I love to follow kiddos' passions especially being outside and being crafty.
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Kaylee C.


Asheville, NC

$16-22/hr • 2 yrs exp

Recent College Graduate With A Passion In Special Education

Hi, my name is Kaylee. I am 23 years old, l and I have been a professional nanny in Florida for the past 4 years and I am looking for a full time position in Asheville starting in August. A little bit of my work experience: I have only worked in childcare since I was 15 years old. I started off working at an after care system at...
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Katherine G.


Asheville, NC

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

"Retired" Special Education Teacher

I am "retiring" from working in education for the last 14 years both abroad (Thailand and the United Arab Emirates) and in the US. I say retired, because I am only 35 years old, but am transitioning out of teaching. I have worked in high schools and elementary schools and public, private and charter schools. I am transitioning...
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Phoebe G.


Asheville, NC

$15-20/hr • 10 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, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

The grand majority of my experience come from working at a special needs camp for 7 years working one on one with individuals experiencing all sorts of challenges.
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Beryl B.


Asheville, NC

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

20+ years teaching experience (private tutoring & teaching, primarily math but have taught other subjects; worked with both neurotypical and students with neurological differences, primarily autisum). Like to laugh and have fun, and I believe that a connection must be made for learning to occur. Contact me if you are looking...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Black Mountain, NC

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.

Beth W.

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 off. It seems like every family has...

- Tyler E.

Ellen M.

5.0

Excellent knowledge on education and willingness to help kids succeed!

- Kristi T.

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

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