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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Clayton, NC

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Clayton, NC

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Daphne F.


Clayton, NC

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Excited Part-Time Care Provider For Individuals With And Without Special Needs

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Individuals with special needs are so much more than just their "needs". I have taken the majority of classes offered at ECU for teaching special needs and am capable of working with said children in many capacities (including tutoring) while still acknowledging that they are children with interests of their own. In addition to...
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Frances F.


Clayton, NC

$30/hr10 yrs exp

25 Yrs Experience

I have 25 years working with children and young adults that have multiple disabilities I have assisted with OT/PT, vision and speech. I also help assist with daily living skills which would be potty training, learning to get dressed, learn to feed themselves. In addition I also have been trained in behavior management. I trained...
5.0
"Extremely sweet and caring on top of professional. I am so relieved and at peace knowing in Frances I found someone to take care of my loved one when I am not around. She is dependable and always on time. Goes above and beyond her duties and always is pleasant. I...

Fallon P.

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Deborah W.


Clayton, NC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

3.7

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Certified Nursing Assistant/Companion care aide, listed on the NC Nurse Aide registry with 20 years plus experience: Alzheimer/dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, Foley catheter care, and medication management. providing basic patient care, performing physical duties such as bathing, feeding, grooming, hygiene care, assist in...
5.0
"I've known Deborah since 2006 she has been a great friend! and I have always been able to depend on her. What I love most about Deborah is that she's honest, dependable, and reliable. When I met her I feel in love with her great personality, her love for...

Tammy L.

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Neteh S.


Clayton, NC

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I love taking care of children and have worked with a wide range of age groups. Coming from a large family, dividing my attention between three or more children is not a problem. I have experience working with children who have special needs and look to getting to know each child's unique personality, as well as helping them...
Neteh can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She is self-sufficient, but also listens to your desires and interests. She is super respectful of the kids, and is gentle and encouraging, but also consistent in her expectations that she sets for them. She also is invested in the families she has, and I totally...

Reagan S.

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Destiny H.


Clayton, NC

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Destiny and I'm a very easygoing, dependable girl who loves children of all ages. I have been nannying professionally for about 2 years. I have worked with nanny-share as well which allows two families to combine services for a reasonable but affordable rate for each party. I have also worked with differently families to...
Destiny can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Destiny is great!! And dependable and was great with my daughter ❤️ I would recommend her to anyone child"

David W.

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Karen F.


Clayton, NC

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Or Occasional Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have years of experience with educational games, arts and crafts, music, and reading stories. I personally prefer to limit tablet time and have direct interaction with children. I enjoy taking children to the park, pool, library, bowling, movies, and to get ice cream. I also have one year experience with toddlers, including a...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Denise has been a great asset to our family & helping care for our 2 year old twins. She is dependable, comes up with activities to keep them busy and our girls love her. We trust her and would definitely be lost without her!"

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Cheryl M.


Clayton, NC

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs.

I am a very loving, devoted mother of two grown children and grandmother of ages 3 and 1 year old. I have many years experience working with children as I had a daycare in my home while my children were in school. I also have CNA experience working with Hospice patients. I love to be of help in any way possible.
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Mckenzie K.


Clayton, NC

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Provider

I would love to be able to help you care for the one you love with special needs. I am currently a behavior technician working on becoming registered so I do have active experience working with special needs children. I am so passionate about this because I love making a change in someone's life and giving their family hope. I...
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Karen F.


Clayton, NC

$10-15/hr

Part Time/occasional Caregiver For Special Needs

My name is Karen (I go by Denise) and I am a retired teacher with over 30 years experience in elementary and middle school special education in Wake County Public Schools. My teaching career centered around children with significant cognitive/language delays and/or physical disabilities, as well as autism. I love working with...
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Elizabeth C.


Clayton, NC

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

Individualized Care For Your Special Needs Family Member.

I'd describe my personality as positive, empathetic, and patient. I like caring for people with special needs because I have always connected with special needs individuals. I enjoy seeing people with disabilities reach their potential and experience genuine happiness. I'm looking for a job that will use my extensive special...
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Nelson D.


Clayton, NC

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with Seniors and the Mentally Disabled since 2010 in a group home setting of 7-9 clients. Ranging from hands on needs to bathing, dressing, food prepping, and administering medication . I take my time to actively listen to families or clients needs in the process of caregiving Special Needs/Senior clients have been...
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Jessie T.


Clayton, NC

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

Fun And Experienced Sitter!

Hi! I'm Jessie and I just recently graduated from ECU with a bachelor degree in Recreational Therapy and a minor in Psych and am currently enrolled as a graduate student as Lenoir Rhyne University for occupational therapy. I used to work as an assistant inclusion coordinator for the city and have worked with kids since I was 15...
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Ileah C.


Clayton, NC

$10-15/hr

Weekend And Evening Caregiver

I volunteered from June to September this past year and I worked with children of all ages. All of the children I was working with had some form of cancer but several children also had learning and speech disabilities. There was one child with Autism and one with Down Syndrome that I had the pleasure of working with. I also...
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Darrio C.


Clayton, NC

$19-50/hr20 yrs exp

All About Darrio

I moved from California a year and a half ago. I am retired; I have worked for The Los Angeles Unified School District for 40 years. I've worked with students with disabilities as well as children without disabilities. I majored in Child Development / Theater. I worked as a health care assistant . Will explain on request. I'd...
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Sofia C.


Clayton, NC

$25-50/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! I have 5 years of experience in childcare. I worked at a daycare in the infant room, as a lead teacher. After that, I kept in touch with certain families who would let me babysit on the weekends. I was also a behavioral technician, working with kids on the autism spectrum. Helping them with behavioral and communication...
Hello, I'm currently the supervisor at a childcare center where we care for and accept children of all capacities. I have cared for children with autism, ADHD, down syndrome, brain trauma, and cerebral palsy. I love the teaching aspects that come more with children with disabilities and live being a part of their journey to...
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Melissa C.


Clayton, NC

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Melissa, passionate about caregiving with a background in teaching and childcare. Over 20 years ago, I started my journey caring for my niece in Jamaica, sparking my deep love for guiding children academically, emotionally, and socially. I've worked with diverse backgrounds and needs, enriching my understanding,...
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Gina B.


Clayton, NC

$20/hr10 yrs exp

16+ years of nannying experience with plenty of awesome references to share! I have experience with infants, toddlers, older kiddos, special needs and multiples.
Gina can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
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Alexandria A.


Clayton, NC

$18/hr3 yrs exp

"Nurturing Minds: The Future Speech Therapist With A Heart For Learning"

With seven years of specialized educational experience, I have developed a profound passion for supporting diverse learners, particularly in special needs classrooms. As an Instructional Assistant with Wake County Public School System, I provide comprehensive support for students' academic and social development. My expertise...
Alexandria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Darrio C.


Clayton, NC

$21/hr10 yrs exp

The Los Angeles Unified School District

I am a retired Healthcare Assistant from The Los Angeles Unified School District. I worked under the school nurse license. During my 30 years of being a Health Care Assistant; I did gastronomy feeding, administered medication, changed diapers (for special needs students), catheters and other duties. I did not give shots. My last...
Darrio can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Clayton, NC

Frances F.

5.0

Extremely sweet and caring on top of professional. I am so relieved and at peace knowing in Frances I found someone to take care of my loved one when I am not around. She is dependable and always on time. Goes above and beyond her duties and always is pleasant. I can't say enough praises about her!...

- Fallon P.

Deborah W.

5.0

I've known Deborah since 2006 she has been a great friend! and I have always been able to depend on her. What I love most about Deborah is that she's honest, dependable, and reliable. When I met her I feel in love with her great personality, her love for people, and she has a very friendly and...

- Tammy L.

Neteh S.

5.0

Neteh is consistent, knowledgeable, kind, and very engaged/playful with our infant and toddler. She engages them in developmentally appropriate activities, and is very trustworthy. We have loved working with her the past 1.5 years!

- Reagan S.

Destiny H.

5.0

Destiny is great!! And dependable and was great with my daughter ❤️ I would recommend her to anyone child

- David W.

Karen F.

5.0

Denise is an amazing soul! She is like a part of our family. Our kids love her. She is full of energy and keeps them busy. Helps with feeding them and cooking for them, plus light housekeeping. She is beyond helpful for our family!

- Elizabeth B.

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

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Clayton, NC are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.