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Find special needs caregivers in Charleston, SC that you’ll love

79 special needs caregivers are listed in Charleston, SC

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Charleston, SC

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Sarah V.


Charleston, SC

$13-20/hr

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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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Renee B.


Charleston, SC

$5-15/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...
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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...

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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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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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...
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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Marisa D.


Charleston, SC

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs children and adults as a caregiver, mentor, job coach and companion care. My passion for working with this population is driven by Joy, compassion, advocacy and inclusion.
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Lakeshia W.


Charleston, SC

$16-26/hr10 yrs exp

Autism Mother / Homecare Services.

I'm a mother of two sons who have autism. I'm also the owner of my own homecare agency Passionate Love to Care LLC , I love caring for seniors and children of all ages. I have my medical assistant Diaploma , my medication technician license and in June I will be graduating with my associate degree in health science. I have been...
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Daphne F.


Charleston, SC

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter With Special Needs Experience

I have worked in classrooms with children from the ages of 4-13 with disabilities ranging from Autism to DownSyndrome and other learning disabilities as well as children without disabilities. I love to cook, do crafts and swim.
Daphne can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Caroline N.


Charleston, SC

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Care Needs

Hi there! My name is Caroline and I am looking to help take your kids off your hands so you can enjoy a fun date night or just get out of the house for a bit. I have lived all over the Charleston area for about 6 years now and love this charming city. I am recently married and have a very large 125 pound 2-year-old Shepherd mix...
Caroline can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
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Cianna N.


Charleston, SC

$10-50/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a graduate of Grove City College and I have a degree in Elementary and Special Education. I have completed 500+ field hours in the classroom with elementary students and special needs students. Additionally, I have completed 500+ hours of student teaching with elementary and special needs students. I have experience...
Cianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Zella D.


Charleston, SC

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I am a yoga teacher with a background in social work. I have a vast experience working children, from special needs, neurologically different, at-risk, neglected, and neurotypical. I can keep up with active teenagers or still quietly and read to a toddler. I have a warm inviting energy that most people find comforting. I am...
Zella can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Harley D.


Charleston, SC

$20-27/hr3 yrs exp

Great Sitter For Young Children Or Kids With Disabilities

Hello, my name is Harley, but my friends call me Jami. I'm 21 majoring in Psychology, specifically child psychology,. I'm looking for part time work mainly during the week as I serve at weddings some weekends. I have years of consistent nannying and babysitting experience, including newborns, toddlers, pre teens, children with...
Harley can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

As a caring and experienced childcare provider with three years of experience, my passion lies in nurturing the growth and development of children. My background in early childhood education and my natural patience and creativity allow me to create a fun and educational environment for your little ones. I believe in open...
Lindsay can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Since the age of 14, I've been caring for children, a job that I absolutely adore! In 2022, I graduated from Clemson University. With over a decade of experience as a childcare provider, I am CPR and First Aid certified. I am comfortable with caring for up to four children and can assist with carpooling, light housekeeping, and...
Charlotte can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Joni A.


Charleston, SC

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available Part Time

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

MY RATES ARE $25-35/hr. I raised two children, who are now 30 and 32 and are off on their own. I was raised here in Charleston. My daughter is an elementary special needs teacher and I love visiting and spending time with her students. I have provided various services, including babysitting an infant daily, babysitting children...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hi! My name is Abby, and I just recently graduated from Clemson this December. I will be in the Clemson area until the end of April and am looking for a nannying job post-graduation. I am a positive, energetic person with 7 years of experience babysitting and working with kids. In addition to babysitting, I have taught tennis...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Claudia C.


Charleston, SC

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny / Babysitter

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Claudia! I am 21 years old! I have been CPR certified and first aid certified! I have worked with special needs children for about 4 years now! I have worked in an elementary school for special Ed and also in a kindergarten class! I love doing fun arts and crafts! I also enjoy making it fun for kids to become more...
Claudia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Charleston, SC are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 79 listed special needs caregivers.