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Taylor V.


North Charleston, SC

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Behaviorist

5.0

(2)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a graduate of the College of Charleston and a native to the Charleston area. I have spent the last 10+ years working with over 100 families in the low country. I have held the role of ABA Therapist, Educator, Babysitter, Nanny and Friend. I professionally work as the Independent Living Skills Coordinator for a local...
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Julie E.


North Charleston, SC

$20-22/hr5 yrs exp

Pet Sitter!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Animals & kids are what bring me the most joy in life! I have 4 years of experience working at an in home summer daycare. I am comfortable with most special needs children & newborns! I love going outdoors and teaching kids about the wonderful world around us! With me your children will receive full-attentive care & a day full...
Julie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Very energetic and great with our 3 kiddos and 2 dogs. She's really loves kids and gives them the best care!"

Jessica F.

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Pamela U.


Charleston, SC

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Nanny Available

4.0

(1)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I started as a babysitter at age 14. I helped with my nephew and nieces while their parents worked. I really enjoyed the experience with them and watching them learn. I have worked with a lot of different children over the years, from newborn to teenagers. I have also taken a class on early childhood education. I had a live-in...
Pamela can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

4.0
"Pam worked as a housekeeper for me. She was extremely reliable. She was able to work independently and I would consider her work to be at a higher level than most. Pam has an upbeat personality and is extremely dependable."

Porcher S.

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Stephanie R.


Charleston, SC

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Stephanie and I'm a resident at MUSC. My childcare experience consists of date-night/one-time sitting for 3 years, and spending 1 full as a full-time nanny for a child with special needs. I have worked with kids of all ages, typically ranging from 2-10. I am comfortable with light housework, making meals, getting ready...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Stephanie was an amazing babysitter for us last fall for a family wedding. We used her for multiple nights. She was extremely flexible and accommodated all of our requests. Will be calling her again next time we are in Charleston."

Jorge P.

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Kellie O.


Charleston, SC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an Exceptional Education teacher with 22 years of experience with students with varying exceptionalities including Autism spectrum, Down Syndrome, Specific Learning Disabilities, Intellectual/Cognitive Disabilities, seizure disorders, and other various genetic disorders. I have worked with individuals with disabilities . I...
5.0
"We had Kellie hang out with our adult son with autism and he immediately loved her and so did we! I cannot wait to hire Kellie again. I get the feeling there is nothing she cannot handle and will do so with a smile!"

Marilynn M.

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Deborah P.


Charleston, SC

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver, Full Or Part Time

I have 25 years of experience as a caregiver for the elderly, with mild medical conditions, to Alzheimer's and also, with special needs. I will provide references upon request. I am very compassionate about what I do and I try to always provide quality care for my clients. My main objective is to keep my clients safe, healthy,...
Deborah can also help with: Respite care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

I've been doing caregiving and direct support for over 10 plus years I work at The Board of Disabilities for Special Needs for 10 years and I've done private caring duty since 2015
Ashley can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, transportation
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Madison H.


Summerville, SC

$28/hr8 yrs exp

Hi! I have 2 younger brothers, so I have over 10 years of babysitting experience, but I have experience in babysitting ages 4 mo. - 19 y. o. (special needs). I also have 4 years of professional experience being a special needs caregiver. I can help with travel, grocery shopping, and any other tasks you may need. I currently...
Madison can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Kairi C.


Charleston, SC

$25/hr1 yrs exp

My Background!!

Hi!! My name is Kairi and I am an Elementary Education major at the College of Charleston i'm graduating in May of 2025! I have a lot of experience in childcare, I used to volunteer at my childcare program as well the local daycare. I have experience working with special needs children. I have a passion for helping children grow...
Kairi can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Hello there! My name is Eura. I am an LPN and have extensive experience with special needs children and adults. I have cared for children with autism and other needs. I have also provided care for children with intellectual disabilities such as dyslexia. I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified. I also have taken several wound care...
Eura can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Early Education

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Kathleen A.


Summerville, SC

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter / After-School Care / During The Day

I am Kathleen and I'm 29 years old. I speak fluent German because I grew up there. I have been watching kids and babies of all ages since I was about 13. I have multiple references available. I also have reliable transportation. I love kids of all ages. I enjoy playing games, arts and crafts, reading and Homework. I can cook...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Eura M.


Summerville, SC

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Mrs. Eura

Hello there! My name is Eura. I am an LPN and have extensive experience with special needs children and adults. I have cared for children with autism and other needs. I have also provided care for children with intellectual disabilities such as dyslexia. I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified. I also have taken several wound care...
Eura can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Glenda R.


Charleston, SC

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Living Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm an nurse of over 40 years and I'm currently caring for our children that need special Caregivers. I enjoy the one on one relationship with my patients. I'm looking for weekends and evenings, if I can help your family I would love to talk to you. I have worked with children in their home or school and I feel so much joy...
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Megan G.


Summerville, SC

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I am majoring in special education at college, and I have coached cheerleaders with disabilities for 3 years, student taught a high school special education class for 3 years as well. Also, I have helped a mother take care of a young girl who is non-verbal with para disease while babysitting.
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Alyssa W.


Charleston, SC

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Summer Caregiver Available!

Every summer during high school, I spent a week volunteering at a camp for "differently able children," the majority of whom were on the Autism spectrum. This began my passion for working with those with special needs. Before my senior year, I spent the summer as a personal care assistant for a child with severe mobility...
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Rebecca A.


Goose Creek, SC

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care + More

Hi! My name is Rebecca and I am 24 years old. I just graduated from Charleston Southern University with my BS in psychology and minors in Spanish and Biology. I am moving to Jacksonville, NC as soon as I find a job to be able to support myself and can move as soon as you need me. I have 10+ years of paid child care and plenty...
Rebecca can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Megan D.


Charleston, SC

$22-28/hr8 yrs exp

I have 8+ years of experience babysitting, including experience with special needs children. I nannied for a family with 3 boys ages 4-12 for two summers. I have experience with watching children ages newborn-18 years of age. I currently work as at a pediatrician's office as a clinical assistant in Mt. Pleasant. I love spending...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Darlene L.


North Charleston, SC

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Loving

Hello to everyone! I'm Darlene. I'm originally from downtown Charleston SC, and have lived here all my life. I'm married to the love of my life, and we have 4 kids of our own, in addition to also raising 3 of my sisters children together. We also have 16 beautiful and smart grandkids! I have been a nanny for some wonderful...
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Tazlin D.


Hanahan, SC

$13-15/hr6 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Tazlin and I have been in the field working with individuals with developmental disabilities for six years and I just started working with children as a skills builder. I love being in the human service field, it is where I continue to grow and prosper as a person. I have faced challenges but have overcame them...
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Jenifer B.


Summerville, SC

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

My name is Jenifer. I am 31 years old and just finished classes for medical assisting. I have worked as a children's gymnastics coach for the last 12 years. We have had several children with autism that I helped with one on one in order for them to take a class. I am very interested in working with you and your girls. If you...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Charleston AFB, SC

Julie E.

5.0

We love Julie, she is so great with our 2 dogs and J. She really goes the extra mile when caring for your baby or pets. Always on time, if she does run into tragic she is amazing at communicating. I really appreciate all her hard work, and loved the times I would come home and she would have my...

- Alexis H.

Pamela U.

4.0

Pam worked as a housekeeper for me. She was extremely reliable. She was able to work independently and I would consider her work to be at a higher level than most. Pam has an upbeat personality and is extremely dependable.

- Porcher S.

Stephanie R.

5.0

Stephanie was an amazing babysitter for us last fall for a family wedding. We used her for multiple nights. She was extremely flexible and accommodated all of our requests. Will be calling her again next time we are in Charleston.

- Jorge P.

Kellie O.

5.0

We had Kellie hang out with our adult son with autism and he immediately loved her and so did we! I cannot wait to hire Kellie again. I get the feeling there is nothing she cannot handle and will do so with a smile!

- Marilynn M.

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