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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Clayton, NC

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Clayton, NC

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Jenna H.


Angier, NC

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Summer Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello all! My name is Jenna and I would LOVE to work with your family! I grew up in Charlotte, NC and I am now living/working in the Raleigh area as an elementary school teacher. I have worked part-time with families as a nanny for over 10 years. I have experience caring for children from ages 4 months old all the way to 10...
Jenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My husband and I hired Jenna to help out with our 3 1/2 year old and 1 year old while we were in Greenville for the month for my husband's job. She was very sweet, dependable and my kids always had a great time with her."

Summer M.

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Arden G.


Raleigh, NC

$18-50/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Since a young girl I have always taken the role of caregiver and began watching children at the age of 12. I am now 22 years old and through my 10 years of experience I have seen it all. For the last six months I've been working with children on the spectrum and recently received my behavioral therapy certification. I have...
Arden can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We have really enjoyed having Arden take care of our 2-year-old daughter. She has been absolutely amazing with her. She takes our daughter on walks, plays with her outside, and plays and does activities inside. She will make our daughter her meals and even give her...

Susan S.

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Quinnisha H.


Raleigh, NC

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Honestly,respectful And Loyal

I'm a person who definitely love what I do. I'm a reliable, trustworthy and a caring person. I treat everyone with respect no matter what their needs are. I have skills in dealing with mental health, personal care, and ect. I'm here to lighten the load, give you free time and to be able to just breathe knowing that you have...
5.0
"Quinn is fantastic. She has a great personality and makes it safe and loved my sister. It was a great fit. Wonderful wonderful person."

Darlene K.

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Cynthia P.


Raleigh, NC

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Habilitation Technician/ ABA Technician

Current work with children and adults with special needs & Autism spectrum disorder. Pairing, manning, and learning ways to deescalate behaviors. Gaining rapport to help children learn new ways of becoming socially independent.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My Name is Sally, I have a lot of experience with , special needs, I have worked in group homes, and in people's home, I am trained the tube, feeding and Hoyer lift. I am a very loving person, and I do my job, with integrity and honesty. And I am very am very caring
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Neil A.


Apex, NC

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Specializing In Behavioral Management And Daily Living Skills

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Current SPED teacher for Wake County Public School System, assisting children and their caregivers with behavioral and learning challenges
5.0
"Neil was amazing and so helpful with my Son with sever special needs. Very trustworthy and compassionate and willing to adapt to what is asked of him for your kiddos specific needs. I would rehire him without hesitation!"

Laura D.

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Wendy M.


Willow Spring, NC

$21-23/hr6 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hi, I am naturally a caregiver, passionate and driven to help others with empathy and dignity. Strive to create a fun and cheerful environment with positivity to make each day great. Ive always had a interest in Nutrition, Health and Wellness. I have 6 years of past experience as a CNA with an in home health service working with...
Wendy can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Wendy is an amazing human! Truly caring with a passion and a natural talent for connecting with people. She has worked with my son with autism for many years now. He adores her. She is patient, kind and goes with the flow. She sees him beyond his autism and is able...

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Lucas H.


Raleigh, NC

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Accessible Education Instructor And Coach

I worked with students in schools for 10 years as a licensed teacher, including students with orthopedic, cognitive, speech, and developmental disabilities. I am autistic, as well as ADHD, and my experience as a neurodivergent adult informs my teaching and coaching practice. I can support clients through direct instruction,...
5.0
"Lucas is a very caring and kind, patient person who has worked with children and youth with special needs. He respects families amd is gentle and compassionate. Lucas is always on time amd works hard to help any individual in any capacity. He has always been...

Karen T.

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Sarah L.


Selma, NC

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun But Also Strict Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I have 2 special needs children myself. I love to be able to help out children and families whenever I am able. I am currently in school for elementary education.
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sarah was great with our 8.5 week old son!"

Heather B.

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Callie E.


Raleigh, NC

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a 22-year-old recent graduate from NC State looking for a full-time nanny position. I am enthusiastic about taking care of kids and keeping them engaged and smiling! I have eight years of experience caring for children part-time. I have spent over a year caring for a 2-year-old part-time, but I am now looking for a...
Callie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Our little one absolutely loved Callie. We had a great experience with her and would absolutely recommend!"

Crystal R.

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Erica Z.


Raleigh, NC

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Full-time Child Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am currently a nanny and Preschool Teacher. I have experience as a nanny for a child with special needs and have been nannying for about 4 years. I've also worked at an afterschool care and summer camp, as a counselor for children from kindergarten through eighth grade. During the summer we work eight hour days which...
Erica can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Erica is super sweet and caring with our little one, they make the best out of their time together and he is well taken care off when Erica is around. We definitely recommend her! "

Karla A.

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Alison P.


Raleigh, NC

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny With Special Needs And Complex Medical Issues Available Part-Time

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I love kids. I value the wonder of watching them learn and discover new things as they develop physically, socially, and emotionally. It really does take a village to raise a child, and I'd like to be a helpful part of yours. I have a positive outlook on life. I've lived in Cary/Raleigh since 1980, attended Wake Co schools,...
5.0
"Alison watched my 6-year old son with autism for a full day. She did a great job, and he really took to her. We hoped to work more with Alison, but the our schedules just didn't work out. She will make a great caregiver/nanny for the right family."

Connie C.

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Anna P.


Knightdale, NC

$23/hr7 yrs exp

Patient, Loving, Fun Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, all! My name is Anna. I am 24 years old. I've lived in North Carolina my whole life. I have a passion for taking care of children and pets. I've been in this line of work since I was 13 years old. My first job was being a princess for children's birthday parties! I've babysat and nannied since the age of 16. My most recent...
Anna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Anna is amazing! She connected so well with our 7 month old daughter and I'm sure she would be great with kids of all ages. She worked with us week in and week out for several months while we were on wait-list for daycare. She is punctual, very communicative and...

Christian M.

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Laura E.


Wendell, NC

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Laura, and I have been joyfully working with children for over 20 years. I received my Child Development degree from Meredith College in 2002. I love caring for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and children with special needs. I will use my training and experience teaching preschool, working in daycare centers, and...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"My daughter loved Laura and learned so much during her time with her!"

Lagia D.

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Abigail L.


Raleigh, NC

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello everyone! My name is Abby, and I have 12 years of babysitting/nannying experience. In addition to caring for children aged 4 weeks to 14 years old, I also previously worked as a teacher's assistant for 3 years with kids aged 5 to 14 with emphasis on children with special needs. I also worked as a camp counselor for...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Abby is the kind of person you can instinctively trust with your family. She is thoughtful, careful, and patient. Ultimately, it was a relief to know that the kids were in great hands. You're not settling if you hire Abby, you're putting your family in good hands."

Megan M.

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Nicole K.


Knightdale, NC

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. in 2007 I was a perinatal technician at rex Hospital working in the newborn nursery. I loved it. I started nannying on the side, helping with infants with special needs and moms with multiples. I love watching babies, grow learning something new...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, respite care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Nicole has been helping my family for a few months now and I can't say enough about her. She has been wonderful helping my dad who suffers from PSP, a rare form of Parkinsons. Dad loves her, as well as the whole family. We actually feel like she's part of the...

Pepe S.

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Nicole K.


Knightdale, NC

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

20yrs experience, I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. in 2007 I was a perinatal technician at rex Hospital working in the newborn nursery. I loved it. I started nannying on the side, helping with infants, special needs and moms with multiples. I love watching babies grow, learning something new every minute of the...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Nicole was very attentative to our child's needs. She was very dependable and a very hard worker. She blended well with our family. It felt like she was part of the family. She was completely trustworthy."

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Stefanie M.


Raleigh, NC

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced & Available Weekends!

I have been a nanny during the week for 4 children the past 4 years. They would definitely vouch for me that I am amazing, fun, mature, and responsible! I am comfortable with children/youth/adults of various backgrounds, cultures, mental health, and abilities. I have enjoyed worked with children's nonprofits overseas and also...
Stefanie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Melissa Y.


Raleigh, NC

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

The Helper You Need

I've been a teacher of students with special needs for over 20 years. I'm a licensed teacher in the state of Virginia and North Carolina. I'm also a licensed and ordained minister. I enjoy working with children and the elderly. I have worked part time in group homes and as a Chaplin in the hospital in the past.
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, companionship, meal prep
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Janet W.


Raleigh, NC

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am trained in Special Needs Education to degree level. I have more than 10 years working with persons with disabilities. I have added a1 year of experience providing care to elderly people with different needs. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. I can work with persons with all kinds of disabilities...
Janet can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Clayton, NC

Jenna H.

5.0

My husband and I hired Jenna to help out with our 3 1/2 year old and 1 year old while we were in Greenville for the month for my husband's job. She was very sweet, dependable and my kids always had a great time with her.

- Summer M.

Arden G.

5.0

We found Arden on care.com, and she was employed by our family for four months. She was always punctual and dependable, and we really appreciated how open she kept the lines of communication. Our 1 and 3 year old girls thoroughly enjoyed playing with her. She was engaging with them, enjoys crafting,...

- Tara F.

Quinnisha H.

5.0

Quinn is fantastic. She has a great personality and makes it safe and loved my sister. It was a great fit. Wonderful wonderful person.

- Darlene K.

Neil A.

5.0

Neil was amazing and so helpful with my Son with sever special needs. Very trustworthy and compassionate and willing to adapt to what is asked of him for your kiddos specific needs. I would rehire him without hesitation!

- Laura D.

Wendy M.

5.0

Wendy is an amazing human! Truly caring with a passion and a natural talent for connecting with people. She has worked with my son with autism for many years now. He adores her. She is patient, kind and goes with the flow. She sees him beyond his autism and is able to get on his level whenever they...

- Care member

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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.