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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Carrboro, NC
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years
Special needs caregivers in Carrboro, NC
Megan P.
Carrboro, NC
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! When I was a student I majored in Elementary Education with a focus on Reading and Exceptional Needs. I provide the sort of loving professional care I'd wish for my own family. Combining fun with safety and learning is my specialty. I prefer outdoor activities but I'm a former children's specialist at a bookstore and more...
Mara E.
Carrboro, NC
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Mara and I have been on Care. com for 6 years now. One of my biggest joys in life is working with children. I grew up going to sleep away camp in the summers where I learned the importance of balancing fun and safety and my counselors inspired me to do good. I have experience working with kids from infancy...
Mara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mara is wonderful! We are so happy that she has been a part of our life for the past six months. She goes above and beyond- creates fun activities for boys to do, helps with homework and interacts/shows interest in whatever they are up to. Mara prepares...
Lisa C.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I love children and have experience caring for newborns through teens. I have an elementary education background with focuses on special needs and also reading. Safety always come first followed by having fun while learning and playing.
I prefer outdoor activities and burning off energy with the kids, but I also love sitting...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Megan worked with our year-and-a-half old son for a period of two months on a part time basis (4 hr/day, 5 days/week). She showed exceptional enthusiasm and creativity in creating engaging activities. She seemed to genuinely enjoy being with our son and responded...
Allison C.
My name is Clemence 23 years Old Non smoker. I'm a CPR and CNA Certified and taking COVID situation seriously and practice social distance. I have experience from working as senior caregiver for 15months to provide a daily care activities such as personal care, feeding, walking beside, companionship, repositioning and help with...
Hello my name is Delaney, I am 18 years old and I am graduating from high school this June. I am responsible and energetic, I love crafts, make-believe, and playing outside. I am an elite swimmer so I have developed a strong structure and am very reliable. I am a PEPI teacher, which means I go to different elementary school...
I have a love for people of all ages, and a passion for caring for and supporting them to help reach their potential. I have experience working with newborns through geriatrics.
I am passionate about finding ways to connect with children of all abilities and believe it is important to create an environment that meets the physical, social and emotional needs of each child in order for them to reach their full potential.
I have 10+ years of experience working with children and young adults including 3...
Jocelyn R.
Carrboro, NC
$14-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi!
I am currently a Resource Teacher in the Special Education department. I work at a middle school in Raleigh and teach math and ELA for 6th-8th grade students.
Audrina B.
Durham, NC
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with seniors for about 5 years now who have had dementia, special needs or just need assistance with everyday living. I assist seniors with transportation to doctors appointments, grocery shopping, running errands, cooking and preparing meals, laundry, bathing, etc. I love work and assisting seniors who need help....
Audrina can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, home modification, visiting nurse, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Audrina has been amazing. Really great at learning new things on the spot and just a fun person to be around. reliable."
Abigail B.
Lakisha P.
Chapel Hill, NC
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Greetings Parents! My name is Lakisha. I am a Mother of two girls ages 14 & 6, and I have 19+ years of experience in ECE and special needs. I have worked in many high quality early childhood centers between PA and NC. I absolutely love working with children and helping them learn and grow at their own pace. The greatest reward...
Lakisha can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lakisha is a gem and any family who works with her is beyond lucky! She was our full time nanny for 3 kids (newborn through 5) for 2 years, and then stayed with us the following 4 years (6 total!) for periodic nannying and as a private video chat online-teacher for...
Christina M.
Susana J.
Chapel Hill, NC
$25/hr • 12 yrs exp
4.3
(3)
I have lots of experience with kids any age. I'm happy to provide as many references as needed. I have taken care of kids with special needs for the last 5 years. I'm a very responsible and loving person.
Susana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Susie took care of my 7 year old boy, she's a great addition to any family. Fed him, homework help, Dr. appointments even to football training when I couldn't make it. She's very loving and very organized, I have to say she cooks delicious and my boy loves her."
Carolina L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Nicholas and I am a high school special education teacher for Durham Public Schools. I teach at Riverside high school and have just finished my fifth year teaching. My experience is with individuals, ages 14 and above with significant and multiple cognitive and physical disabilities. I have experience with tube feeds,...
5.0
"Nicholas is our daughter's high school teacher and an incredible human. He is amazingly creative in how he understands and communicates with her, engaging her in ways no one else ever dreamed up. Whoever works with him will be so fortunate."
Ruth W.
4.0
(4)
Hey! I'm Kalysta.
I recently moved to Durham for school, I am a Master's candidate at Duke and a JD candidate at the UNC School of Law.
I have worked for the past three years as a caregiver for a girl with special needs. I am also a certified Guardian Ad Litem with 3 years of experience representing children in the foster...
Kalysta can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Kalysta worked for us as a caregiver for our daughter. While our daughter is on the higher functioning end of special needs, it is no light responsibility watching over her. We have seen in Kalysta an unflinching ability to take on this responsibility.
Our...
Michael M.
Winifred P.
Chapel Hill, NC
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello future families,
I enjoy babysitting part time and helping children meet their development milestones. Experience babysitting for multiple families for years. Mother of 4, a nurse (18 years as baby nurse and 6 years as school nurse). Also proud pet owner too! I also have experience with special needs children. Willing to...
Winifred can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Winifred is awesome! We've used her multiple times for sitting our 6 year old. She engages him with board games and fun crafts. And, we get texts and pictures of him throughout the evening. She's excellent! So happy we've found her!"
Stacey Q.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently pursuing my master in social work for child and adolescent mental health counseling with a focus in art and play therapy. I am cheerful and outgoing, and am so excited to get to know your littles! I have babysat since I was 16! I have tutored several kids in art, English and math. For the past 3 years I have done...
Lily can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Lily was an exceptional caregiver to my schnoodle—we arranged that she and her partner would walk my dog weekly, so my dog was very used to them before they took her in for boarding for a week. If I could sum it up in 3 words: skill, affection, and fun."
Maura H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kelsey. I live in Providence and I have been an ABA therapist for about five years. I also have a brother with Asperger's, and can empathize with some of the daily struggles. I have worked with kids of all abilities as young as 18 months, up into adulthood! I understand the importance of consistency and have RBT...
5.0
"Kelsey worked with our son for a period of time in early 2023 and was incredibly effective, resourceful, and gifted at connecting with and coaching our son. We would totally hire her again!"
Karl W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I come from a family of 4 wild, homeschooled kids who I helped care for throughout my childhood. Consistently since I was in middle school, I have been hired by several families to babysit and/or nanny children between the ages of 0-15. Most of my experience has been in nighttime routines, after school care/homework help,...
Miasol can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have nothing but good things to say about Miasol. I would definitely hire her again!
If it wasn't for my job change I would still had her taking care of my son. She was very caring and patient with my son.
She's also very dependable and punctual all the time....
Las B.
Jaya P.
Chapel Hill, NC
$10-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi, I hope you're doing well. I am 25 years old and have a six years a pediatric and childcare experience with a degree in developmental psychology! I also have behavioral therapy experience working with children with special needs. I love engaging kids in educational and developmental activities through play, crafts, and...
Jaya can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
47yo single Mom to three. 21 years experience raising higher needs autistic sons, both now in care homes, and 15 years raising a gifted ADHDer who does very well in school but struggles at home. I am seeking occasional work as a companion helper to senior citizens and/or to lower needs IDD teens and adults.
I do not bathe or...
Michelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I'm a senior at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. I grew up with 3 brothers (2 younger) and have spent many summers taking them to the pool, playing outside, creating art projects, and playing sports to keep them entertained. I have been a nanny for kids of all ages and I also have experience with children with...
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Carrboro, NC
Mara E.
5.0
Mara really helped me out with a last minute request and got me out of a bind. My girls said they thought she was really nice and had fun doing puzzles and reading books with her. Thanks again Mara.
- Ryan A.
Megan P.
5.0
Megan is very dependable and honest. She gives complete devotion to any task that she undertakes. She understands the needs of all her clients and fosters a safe and loving environment at all times. I have two children and would trust them to her care anytime.
- Kerri H.
Audrina B.
5.0
Audrina has been amazing. Really great at learning new things on the spot and just a fun person to be around. reliable.
- Abigail B.
Lakisha P.
5.0
Very loving teacher/caregiver with a gentle, patient spirit. A real gem!!
- Jeanne W.
Susana J.
5.0
Susie took care of my 7 year old boy, she's a great addition to any family. Fed him, homework help, Dr. appointments even to football training when I couldn't make it. She's very loving and very organized, I have to say she cooks delicious and my boy loves her.
- Carolina L.
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Ratings for Carrboro, NC special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Carrboro, NC are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.