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Find special needs caregivers in Candler, NC that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Candler, NC

The average posted rate is $12/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Candler, NC

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Deloris P.


Hendersonville, NC

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I would really like to speak with you about this position! I am a retired Speech-Language Pathologist and have decades of experience with "differently abled" individuals. I believe I could benefit your family member with excellent care and expertise with many diagnoses.
5.0
"Lori has been a gift to our family. She is kind, patient, and very capable when caring for our adult son who is cognitively disabled."

Carolyn L.

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Tierney M.


Asheville, NC

$25-33/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny T

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Six years of experience in babysitting and nannying; that ranges from date nights, after school, over nights, to full time care. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs. as well. CNA and BLS certified.
Tierney can also help with: Meal prep, travel
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Tierney worked part time with me & my two girls over the summer. She was always on time & always went out of her way to help me when things got a little crazy. My favorite nanny thus far!!! I would recommend her any day."

Lori M.

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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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
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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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: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
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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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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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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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Elizabeth W.


Asheville, NC

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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 live with my boyfriend who has a 9 & an 11-year-old, they're my world! I've lived with them for over 4 years. We also have a 1-year-old son who I would need to bring with me, he would love a friend (or more)to play with! I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Elizabeth was great with the kids. The kids really loved having her around and were excited for her to come spend time with them. She spent a lot of time taking the kids outside and playing with them - very hands on."

Ryan R.

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Robin Y.


Asheville, NC

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic, Fun, Caring, Creative Certified Educator For Child Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with children since I was a child. I knew at a very young age that I wanted to work with children. I finished 14 incredible years as a highly decorated elementary and middle grades teacher and district educator trainer. I am certified k-12 as well as special needs. In addition to my work teaching, mentoring,...
Robin can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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: Transportation, dementia, respite care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
I have lots of experience taking care of loved one's. I treat everyone as they are my own family. I have worked with children, special needs and elderly care
Kailey can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, dementia, meal prep, errands
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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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Clara P.


Asheville, NC

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Clara- Im a 33-year-old female. For the past 10 years I have worked in public schools and have grown to specify in working with special needs children and adults. I love the temperance, care, understanding, and small details it takes to care for people with varying special needs. Feel free to reach out...
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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Phillip L.


Asheville, NC

$18-50/hr8 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...
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Madeline W.


Asheville, NC

$25-35/hr6 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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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: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Hannah H.


Fletcher, NC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

34 Year Old With 10 + Years In Childcare And Experience With Special Needs; Physical And Mental.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Hannah and I am 35 years old. I have worked with children since 13. I was always babysitting family and then as I got old enough I began working with families babysitting and then nannying throughout my twenties and on. I have worked with children anywhere from newborn to teenagers. I really enjoy the work I've been...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hello, I'm Savannah! I live in the Asheville area and I have a passion for caring for kiddos. I've been working with kids since I was in high school and it brings me so much joy. I have also been working at daycares in North Carolina for 3 years now and have had experiences working with children from infant to 5 years old. I...
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Joan M.


Asheville, NC

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Medical Assistant Diploma

I have always been passionate about children, healthcare services especially to children who are so lovely and easy to get along. I am eager to learn and to help and I have experienced in many clinics and orphanages, also at school with my medical assistant diploma, my CPR and First Aid Certifications and my sympathy to others.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Candler, NC

Deloris P.

5.0

Lori has been a gift to our family. She is kind, patient, and very capable when caring for our adult son who is cognitively disabled.

- Carolyn L.

Tierney M.

5.0

Tierney has babysat for me on occasional date nights for the past few years. She is always dependable and punctual. I would highly recommend her to any mamas out there!

- Melissa G.

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.

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.

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.

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