Care.com logo
Child CareTutoringSenior CarePet CareHousekeeping

Find a job

How it works

Share details about your special needs caregiver needs

Match with highly rated local special needs caregivers near you

Compare special needs caregiver options and choose the best fit

Special needs caregivers in Canton, NC

Cassie K.'s Photo

Cassie K.


Canton, NC

$16-21/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

See profile
I have experience working with special needs children and can provide support to a family that may need extra help. I can assist with daily living skills, communication, behavior reduction, and social skills. My passion is helping children with growth and development in order for them to reach their full potential.
Brittany D.'s Photo

Brittany D.


Canton, NC

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Part - Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

I am currently working as a special education teacher in Scotland County. I have worked with adults and children with special needs in classroom, summer camp and home settings.
Charity A.'s Photo

Charity A.


Canton, NC

$28-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Hello, my nickname is Clove (legal first name is Charity) Over the past 25yrs I've worked as a caregiver/CNA in private home/nursing home/hospital settings. I've cared for clients of all ages suffering from depression, learning disorders, blindness, deafness, brain and limb injuries, diabetes, forms of cancer, Dementia,...
Faustina M.'s Photo

Faustina M.


Canton, NC

$17-22/hr

I Have Over 18 Years Experience In Care Giving And Im Satisfied With CPR ,CNA,PTC

I have over 18 years experience in care giving and have CPR, CNA PTC with more experience with children and adults.
Kelly W.'s Photo

Kelly W.


Canton, NC

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Very experienced and dependable nanny looking for children to love

I have over 20 years of experience with all ages, including infants. I was a therapeutic foster parent for about 16 months and a special needs foster parent for 9 years. I have worked in a daycare, volunteered in a preschool, worked in elementary and middle schools with special needs and at-risk children. I love interacting with...
Kelly can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Kristina Z.'s Photo

Kristina Z.


Canton, NC

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny/Sitter

I am a current nursing student in my first year, and have roughly 3-4 years of experience with children. I have worked as a camp counselor back in 2014/15 with all ages from 5-13 years old, followed by working as a pediatric nursing assistant in home health care with ages 3 months and 8 months. I am CPR certified, and have...
Kristina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Christine Z.'s Photo

Christine Z.


Candler, NC

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Loving Childcare Provider With Experience Caring For Children With Special Needs

5.0

(1)

I have an Elementary Education Teaching Certification from NC. I have taken many college level courses about caring for children with special needs and I have experience caring for them in classroom and home settings. I am very patient, caring and loving and find it personally rewarding to care for all children.
5.0
"Christine currently works for me at E. Charter School. She is great with all ages of kids that we serve here, Kindergarten through 8th grade. She has many interests that she shares with children. She is alert and sees potential problems before they come to...

James W.

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: Meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, transportation
Kira R.'s Photo

Kira R.


Waynesville, NC

$20-30/hr20 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Kira and I have been in the child care field for 10+ years. I have nannied, taught Infant-Pre-K as a Lead Preschool Teacher, and worked with individuals with special needs in both home and school settings. I am extremely reliable and hard working, a multitasker, flexible, adaptable, caring, and loving. I have...
Kira can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Aliyah C.'s Photo

Aliyah C.


Candler, NC

$12-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! I've worked with children for 5 years, I have 6 siblings who are younger than me so im very well known to childcare. I know CPR, and have experience with Special needs children, twins, infants, toddlers, etc. I also do frequent volunteering at nursery's and daycares, I also do not mind pets or cooking. I do not have my...
Aliyah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Rebecca H.'s Photo

Rebecca H.


Candler, NC

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher Seeking Summer Jobs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 3rd grade teacher and mom to a 3-year-old boy. I love kids and have worked as a teacher for 9 years. I have taught 1st-5th grades and I have worked in a daycare setting with infants through 4-year-olds. I have my MA in Reading Education from Appalachian State University and a BS in Elementary Education from App as well. I...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I am a mom of 2 I have a 5-year-old and 2-year-old so I have an understanding of what motherhood takes. I also have experience working with special needs children.
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hi! I am a vaccinated dependable, enthusiastic, and resourceful person currently in between full-time work and enrolling in a Masters program. I am looking to supplement my income by leaning on my gifts of caretaking. I have 10+ years of experience in caring for people and animals of all shapes and personalities. On the human...
Marie S.'s Photo

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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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.

Catrina M.'s Photo

Catrina M.


Asheville, NC

$28-32/hr14 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a caregiver with 14 years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My calm and creative nature, coupled with my experience in babysitting, drives me to make a positive impact on the lives of young ones. I believe in clear and effective communication with parents, providing daily written...
Catrina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Cat to nanny our twin daughters over a summer. We were drawn to her kindness and intelligence. We loved that she took the girls on a new adventure every day, from exploring a park, to rock climbing at the gym. She remains one of the girls’ favorite child...

Susanne S.

Mackenzie S.'s Photo

Mackenzie S.


Cullowhee, NC

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, Caring, Gentle, Responsible

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a nursing student at WCU. I have multiple years of experience in childcare with various ages . I also have experience working with children and adults with special needs. I enjoy spendng quality time with children with various activities such as arts and crafts, outside play, and homework help. August- May I am...
Mackenzie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Mackenzie was awesome with my toddler! I will definitely be hiring her again. She was very engaging with him and quickly distracted him from his separation anxiety as I was getting ready to go. Mackenzie is very professional and adaptable, and my kid had a great...

Gina C.

Waverly L.'s Photo

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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Do not hesitate to hire Waverly! She is everything you'd expect and much more. She has unwavering patience, neverending kindness, and admirable virtues. My girls (and dogs) absolutely adored her! She was such a huge help to our family."

Heidi M.

Amber B.'s Photo

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

Early Education

CPR

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)."

Care member

Shannon E.'s Photo

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & 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...

Care member

Vickie C.'s Photo

Vickie C.


Waynesville, NC

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Provider

My name is Vickie have personal experience with chronically ill children to hospice care. I am a mother to three older children and I would want the person taking care of my loved one as if they were my own. That is what I would do. It is a case by case basis and I would need to know what the expectations are plus we have to...

Showing 1 - 20 of 44

Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Canton, NC

Christine Z.

5.0

Christine currently works for me at E. Charter School. She is great with all ages of kids that we serve here, Kindergarten through 8th grade. She has many interests that she shares with children. She is alert and sees potential problems before they come to fruition, and takes initiative in doing so....

- James W.

Marie S.

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.

Catrina M.

5.0

We hired Cat to nanny our twin daughters over a summer. We were drawn to her kindness and intelligence. We loved that she took the girls on a new adventure every day, from exploring a park, to rock climbing at the gym. She remains one of the girls’ favorite child care providers.

- Susanne S.

Mackenzie S.

5.0

Mackenzie was awesome with my toddler! I will definitely be hiring her again. She was very engaging with him and quickly distracted him from his separation anxiety as I was getting ready to go. Mackenzie is very professional and adaptable, and my kid had a great time with her.

- Gina C.

Waverly L.

5.0

Do not hesitate to hire Waverly! She is everything you'd expect and much more. She has unwavering patience, neverending kindness, and admirable virtues. My girls (and dogs) absolutely adored her! She was such a huge help to our family.

- Heidi M.

Additional Special Needs Caregiver Services

Special Needs in Candler, NCSpecial Needs in Waynesville, NCSpecial Needs in Maggie Valley, NCSpecial Needs in Arden, NCSpecial Needs in Brevard, NCSpecial Needs in Leicester, NCSpecial Needs in Clyde, NCSpecial Needs in Mills River, NCSpecial Needs in Cullowhee, NCSpecial Needs in Sylva, NC

Special Needs Caregiver Articles

The 2019 guide to gift-giving: Best recs for every member of your tribe

May 19th, 2021 The gift-giving season is in full swing. But if you find you haven’t made a list, much less checked it twice, don’t worry — you’re no... Read more
How much do the holidays cost?

How much do the holidays cost?

May 19th, 2021 According to the new Care.com 2019 Cost of Holidays Survey, 68% of families identify lack of time as the No. 1 holiday stressor, 52% of families plan... Read more
Should I continue paying my nanny, babysitter or day care during the pandemic?

Should I continue paying my nanny, babysitter or day care during the pandemic?

May 19th, 2021 Even before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, child care was a major expense for most parents and an ongoing financial juggle for the ... Read more
15 kids get hilariously honest about quarantine life

15 kids get hilariously honest about quarantine life

August 5th, 2021 Quarantining at home with kids isn’t easy for any of us, but it’s what we have to do to slow the spread of ... Read more
21 hilarious cries for help from parents trying to homeschool during COVID-19

21 hilarious cries for help from parents trying to homeschool during COVID-19

May 19th, 2021 Most of us would have never have dreamed that our jobs as parents would suddenly get so much harder. That we’d be stuck at home ... Read more