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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Chapel Hill, NC

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Chapel Hill, NC

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Erin K.


Durham, NC

$3-50/hr10 yrs exp

Bilingual Social Worker Offering Pregnancy & Parent Support, Baby Care & Household Management!

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Social worker & mom! Offering family-assistant/parent companion, infant/baby caregiving, research/admin related to pregnancy, family life & parenthood, personal chef services (vegetarian, can do-GF/dairy free), pregnancy & post-birth parent companionship, household management: light tidying & errands. Experience with special...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Erin watched our 2 young girls (6 months & 2 yrs at the time) part time x 2 months while we were transitioning with a move and new jobs. She was great with our girls, especially our 2 yr old who took very quickly to her. She was constantly engaging them in...

Charlene W.

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Kelsey M.


Durham, NC

$23/hr7 yrs exp

Passionate ABA Therapist For Kids Of All Ages!

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.

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Alyson K.


Durham, NC

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving & Gentle Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

As a teacher and a caregiver, I possess many qualities that parents look for in a person caring for their children. I have 13 years of experience as a special education teacher, and 4 years of experience providing part-time and full-time in-home care for special needs children. I was a nanny for 2 years in NY for a family with 4...
Alyson can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Excellent! Did great with the kids (3rd graders) would hire again!"

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Carolina H.


Durham, NC

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional, Reliable, And Fun Babysitting With A Licensed Nurse In Your Home Or Mine

I am a 36-year-old BSN RN with over 10 years of experience specifically in pediatric emergency nursing. I am excited to provide you with fun, professional, and reliable child care for all ages! I have experience with children with special needs, including autism and cystic fibrosis. My goal is to provide security and peace of...
Carolina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Carolina did a wonderful job! Would hire again in a heartbeat. She was polite, on time, very nice and definitively knew what she was doing. She and M. had a wonderful time."

Grayson L.

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Mara E.


Carrboro, NC

$25/hr6 yrs exp

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Madeleine Y.


Durham, NC

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Who's Studying Child Development + Psychology

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

[Not currently available for hire] Hi! Thanks so much for checking out my profile. I'm 25 years old, and I have 10+ years of childcare experience. In my 10 years of nannying, I have cared for newborns to 12-year-old. I have extensive experience with medically fragile and special needs children. I have experience with children...
Madeleine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I hired Margo to help care for my 2 month old as I was recovering from surgery and she was amazing! She cared for my son in such a compassionate and professional way. She was punctual, great at communicating and always on the look out for how to help out while she...

Laura H.

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Megan P.


Carrboro, NC

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

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...
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Nicholas F.


Durham, NC

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Looking For A Second Job

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
"Nick is a gem. I am a quadriplegic and require constant care. There is no job Nick couldn't do. He was always on time, pleasant and goal-oriented. His focus was always on me and my needs. It was hard to say goodbye when I moved from the area!"

Paul E.

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Bailey P.


Hillsborough, NC

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Tutor, Caregiver

1) Completed a master's in music, with an emphasis on Suzuki pedagogy 2) Worked for two years at Kinder-care in Glastonbury, CT, a NYAC-accredited program 3) Co-taught an Early Childhood Education Suzuki-Method music class (birth-3) 4) Teach violin/viola private lessons, students ages 3-18 5) Worked for a family with a special...
Bailey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
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Ezinne M.


Durham, NC

$25/hr1 yrs exp

Motivation to care for children with special needs including child with sickle cell disorder and autism Decision making skill Interpersonal skill Physical stamina Patience
Ezinne can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Susan K.


Durham, NC

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Mrs

I am a compassionate and reliable caregiver with over 20 years of experience providing exceptional care to children, seniors, and individuals with special needs. Skilled in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment while assisting with daily activities, personal care, meal preparation, and emotional support. Dedicated...
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Charlotte S.


Hillsborough, NC

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mom Of Four With 20+ Years Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mom of four with more than 20 years of childcare experience. I was a medical foster parent for seven years, and have adopted kids with medical needs, so I am comfortable handling a range of special needs. I have also completed extensive parenting/childcare education as a foster parent. Before becoming a parent myself, I...
Charlotte can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Viola I.


Durham, NC

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Thank you in advance for taking the time to read a little more about me. I really look forward to hopefully getting to know your family. I am a gentle (semi-homeschooling) mama to a beautiful kiddo with sensory processing disorder and we are an animal loving vegetarian family here in Durham! I have my bachelors in...
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Tai H.


Durham, NC

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Educator For Exceptional Needs

10+ years of experience in caring for individuals with learning differences, developmental/cognitive challenges, and/or medical needs as an educator and relative caregiver. Expertise in providing care for individuals on the spectrum.
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Margaret R.


Durham, NC

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Every child, every human is "wired" differently, making him our her the very unique and special human being they are. I see all children as gifts to society, therefore it is a pleasure to help each child discovers their own learning style, provide support on multiple levels to foster their growth, development and sense of self....
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Delaney B.


Carrboro, NC

$10-25/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

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...
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Annabelle W.


Hillsborough, NC

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

Cheerful

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a college student studying languages, business, and vocal performance. I have 3 siblings and multiple pets! I have a lot of previous experience as a nanny and with children with special needs. I'm CPR/First Aid/AED certified as well as Lifeguard certified. I love getting outdoors, doing crafts, science activities,...
Annabelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kay A.


Durham, NC

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Respectful, Dependable Care

I've helped care for people with dementia, been an aide to a Deaf person, and assisted a blind person with household tasks and errands.
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Lindsay S.


Durham, NC

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter, Tutor & Pet Sitter

Hello! My name is Lindsay and I am a physical therapist in Durham, NC. I grew up in Winston Salem, NC. I have both, a reliable form of transportation and a spotless driving record. I have about 10 years worth of experience caring for children of all ages and backgrounds. My mother is a preschool teacher and a nanny, so I grew up...
Lindsay can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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April H.


Durham, NC

$20-24/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Reliable, Engaging Sitter With Years Of Experience

Hello! My name is April. I am a (late) 20-something with many years of childcare experience. For the past three years, I have worked at the NC Arboretum in Asheville as an Environmental Educator, helping to facilitate field trips, summer camps and outreach programs for kids pre school-8th grade. In addition, I have been a...
April can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chapel Hill, NC

Erin K.

5.0

We hired Erin a few months before we had our first child, and it was best decision we made as we prepared to grow our family. If I had to choose three words to describe Erin, it would be empathetic, dedicated, and thoughtful. She helped us mentally, emotionally, and physically prepare for our...

- Hannah A.

Kelsey M.

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.

Alyson K.

5.0

Excellent! Did great with the kids (3rd graders) would hire again!

- Care member

Carolina H.

5.0

Carolina did a wonderful job! Would hire again in a heartbeat. She was polite, on time, very nice and definitively knew what she was doing. She and M. had a wonderful time.

- Grayson L.

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.

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

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Chapel Hill, NC are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.