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78 special needs caregivers are listed in Charleston, SC

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Charleston, SC

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Kristin R.


Charleston, SC

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Full/Part-Time Caregiver

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I love helping others and uplifting those around me! I have worked with special needs individuals for five years. I have 15 years of experience working with diverse populations of adults and children in the mental health field as well. I have a diverse background and would love to help a family/person out by caring for them and...
Hi! My name is Claudia! I am 21 years old! I have been working with special needs children and General ed children for 4 years now. I have worked in a school for special needs and kindergarten! I am also CPR certified and First Aid certified. I am available to start immediately and full-time. I love to bake, cook, do arts and...
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Alicia D.


Charleston, SC

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I'm a 32 year young, outgoing and lively Registered nurse! I have had plenty of experience with special needs throughout my years working in a hospital and a few homecare cases. I can send resume upon request! I look forward to hearing from you soon!
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Deborah P.


Charleston, SC

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Available For Part Time Early Morning To Noon Or Evening To Late Night

I have been a special needs caregiver for over 25 years. I am compassionate about being a special needs caregiver because it gives me great pleasure to see them succeed in life from learning to brush their teeth or just to enjoy the sunshine on their face, and just to see them thrive in life.
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Camryn H.


Charleston, SC

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Responsible And Caring Nursing Student

Responsible And Caring Nursing Student
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Maryam S.


Charleston, SC

$18-30/hr1 yrs exp

I am a behavior therapist at an ABA company and have experience and a passion for children with disabilities! I would love to help you and your child in any way necessary!
I've worked with many different people. That includes, patients with dementia, in hospice, cerebral palsy, special needs. Younger and older. I consider myself very reliable, considerate, and patient. I adapt to any kind of environment and will to help out with what's needed. I try to provide a positive impact with the people I...
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Olivia T.


Charleston, SC

$13-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Olivia and I recently moved back to PA from NC. I am a certified special educator in NC with 2 years of teaching experience and have also done private tutoring in life skills in the past. I love children and seeing them meet their goals. I believe strongly in the power of yet! I can't wait to meet you and your...
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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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Madelyn W.


Charleston, SC

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hello! My name is Maddie and I am a recent graduate from Bemidji State University. I have always had a heart for people with different abilities and find joy in being of assistance. Participating in Best Buddies in high school, being a camp counselor for a summer, and having been a nanny for a while now I have experience with...
Have worked with a variety of children and adolescents with many different disabilities including ADHD, ODD, Autism, Down Syndrome, Learning Disabilities, and many more. Would love to provide assistance and cater to your child/families needs!
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Kerri B.


Charleston, SC

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have been working with special needs seniors, children and teenagers in many different environments for 20 years in different family home settings, nursing home settings, private home settings, private family home settings. Caregiving is such a rewarding job. It's not a job that's needed. It's a position to be filled with...
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Kendra P.


Charleston, SC

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

I am a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with a passion for working with the special needs population. I am experienced in all age groups and a majority of conditions.
I'm a mother of 5 mostly grown children, have a degree in Speech Language Pahology and have also taught 1st and 2nd grade in a private school setting for over 12 years. I am looking for part time work; I love serving children and families.
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Renee B.


Charleston, SC

$8-15/hr

Part-Time Caregiver

I have always had a strong passion for working with people with special needs. I helped start a group at my high school which helped students with special needs adapt and I have the best high school experience. I find working with these kids challenging but very fun and rewarding. I am majoring in Human Services, looking to...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been caring for other my whole life and had jobs babysitting since 14. While in high school I cared for a non verbal special needs child named Maddie, who had a chromosome depletion. I cared for Maddie for about a year a few times a week. I have some experience and can offer a young energy and responsible friend to your...
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Kondwani Z.


Charleston, SC

$25-42/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have worked with adults with various special needs ranging from Autism, Down syndrome and other developmental disabilities. I'm calm and patient willing to help and be a blessing to my clients as well as their families. This is a passion for me and I enjoy working with special needs adults.
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Margaret K.


Charleston, SC

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

I Love Children Of Abilities And Disabilities!

With a special needs uncle, and a mother who was a special needs teacher for over 30 years, working with special needs children runs in my blood! I have had many experiences working with special needs children in various settings. I interned for the Community Base Program through my senior year in High School, as well...
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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...
I have experience in dealing with down syndrome, ADHD, autism, and mental illness. My hope is to provide a bit of positivity to whomever I work with. I have an array of knowledge to bring to the table, and I'm very crafty!

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Ratings for Charleston, SC special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Charleston, SC are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 78 listed special needs caregivers.