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68 special needs caregivers are listed in Columbia, SC
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Columbia, SC
5.0
(28)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi MY Name Is Lotoya I've Been Working With Children. Through Out My Whole 15 Year's Of My Working Career. This Is Something I Have Alway's Been Passionate About. From Minor To Severe Disabilitie's. I Work With Richland One School District As A Teacher Assistant. With Special Need Kid's For The Last 9 Years I Treat These Kid's...
5.0
"She has an open, friendly, loving approach in her care giving ..my daughter was smiling and not wanting to come home after an afternoon spent with Latoya ..I am relieved to have found her ..I can get some much needed respite without worrying .."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Portia and I have over 18 years of experience with special needs, therefore I know the importance of having a caring, reliable and trustworthy caregiver. My specialty includes Autism, ADHD, Mental health. My care includes multi sensory tutoring, behavioral modification and ABA therapy. Contact me today for a...
5.0
"We have worked with Portia a few times over the last few months. she is wonderful. Caring, professional easy going and well trained. She is someone you can trust with your family members. Couldn't ask for a better find!"
Charlie W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am very kind, caring and nurturing. I treat each of my clients as if they're my own family. I've worked with children and adults/seniors with a variety of ailments for several years. I am especially skilled in dementia care, mobility assistance and wound and medication management. I also provide awesome companionship to every...
5.0
"Ainslei supported me for four days during my first week of recovery after getting ACL reconstruction surgery on my knee. She was amazingly helpful, kind and nice to be around! She has a very gentle and warm energy and she was so pleasant to spend time with. She...
Julia S.
5.0
(134)
Hired by 57 families in your neighborhood
As a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with over two decades of experience, I am committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. My passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my desire to positively impact children's lives.
My calm...
Lotoya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
3.0
"Lotoya is such a loving, caring, responsible, and trustworthy caregiver to my two boys. She’s very good at communication and she’s always on time when I need her. I would definitely recommend her services to anyone in need of child care."
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
** I am unfortunately/fortunately leaving for the Air Force and am no longer seeking employment. Best of luck in finding the perfect caregiver for your family!**
My name is Tess and I have been caring for children since, well, since I was one myself. With 3 brothers and 19 cousins on one side alone, I can't remember a time when...
Tess can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We didn't have a chance to work with Tess but my interactions with her leads me to believe she would be great and dependable. She is very polite and punctual."
Florencia E.
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm Hope! I'm a recent graduate of the University of South Carolina where I earned my degree in Music Industry Studies! I have 10 years of experience as well as two beautiful nieces ages 3 and 6. I have experience caring for children with varying special needs and I am CPR certified in both adults and children. I can help...
Hope can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Hope is full of energy and does great with my two boys, 8 and 2, as well as our puppy and older dog. Highly recommend!"
Hannah W.
Lauren S.
Columbia, SC
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Lauren. I live in Columbia just beind the V. A hospital. I am 34 years old with years of experence with Children of all ages. MY CPR and FIRST AID isn't current, however willing to make it current. I have 68+ credit hours in Early Childhood Eduaction with a background in special needs.
I don't mind traveling with...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Lauren has been so great to our family. She is wonderful with children. We feel so comfortable with her having our boys. I feel so lucky that we found her here. I spoke with her other references who highly recommended her as well. It's so obvious how much she cares...
Christie C.
Darcy P.
Columbia, SC
$11-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Darcy! I am an experienced babysitter with children of all ages. I have experience with kids with disabilities and special needs. I am also a former lifeguard so I have CPR and first aid training. I am an enthusiastic, calm and caring worker and I look forward to assisting your family!
Darcy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Darcy was my student (chemical oceanography) and worked in my laboratory for 2 years now. She is independent, a quick learner, and resourceful. She was able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. She is also trustworthy and always punctual. She learned...
Annie B.
Jennifer S.
Columbia, SC
$17/hr • 7 yrs exp
Caregiver, Companion & PCA Available Full Time For Light Housekeeping, ADL's, Meal Prep And More.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experience includes but not limited to: ADL's, medication administration, feeding tube, trac care, mobility, meal prep, light housekeeping and incontinence. Experience with ALS, bed bound, non verbal, special needs and traumatic brain injury. I am very comfortable with a variety of circumstances. It is an honor to be entrusted...
Jennifer can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia, hospice services
5.0
"Jennifer treats everyone as if they were her family she goes above and beyond my sister lives her. She has patience and is loving and caring."
Tina L.
I have over 10 years of experience caring for the elderly as well as children. I've worked for United Cerebral Palsy and SC Mentor beginning at age 21. I have also worked for Three Rivers Behavioral Health beginning at age 18. Left in good standing with management. References are available upon request.
Let me know how I can...
My name is Rachel and I am looking for work in an area that is very near and dear to me. I am one of 7 siblings, 5 of whom have significant disabilities, both physical and cognitive. I, myself, had my leg amputated when I was 9 years old and remember well all the wonderful people who cared for me and nurtured me along the way. I...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 4 boys. My eldest is 35 and my youngest is 26 . I have been a caregiver for the past 30+ year in elder care, in a hospital and as a nanny. Since my children have been adults, I have nannied for 4families. Currently I nanny for a 11month-old and a 5-year-old. I am CPR certified and Covid vaccinated. I look...
I am a nursing student that has experience working with children in and outside the hospital. I have taken care of special needs children from newborn and up. The latest person I worked for had a developmentally delayed 7 year old and 6 month old. I am also well experienced being a nanny/babysitter for several ages. I have great...
Sheila M.
Columbia, SC
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have had the opportunity of working with special ed autistic children in the school system as well as in private duty homes. I Have worked with all populations of special needs as well as caring for the elderly with illness and ailments, of all and truly found it to be very rewarding. I have been a CNA for 15 years and have...
Hi! I have worked with children and teens with special needs in a therapeutic recreational after school setting for 6+ years. I love it and truly have a passion for it. I have medical background as a former CNA, and I am a behavioral technician! Please reach out if you have any questions at all.
I have worked with special needs before. I have a degree in psychology and have been a social worker.
I am excellent at working with people with communication issues and spectrum disorders. I can learn quickly how to adapt to specific needs.
I am also familiar with helping people with mobility issues and comfortable helping...
Jasmine C.
Columbia, SC
$11-16/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Jasmine. I attend coastal Carolina University. I am a psychology major and a double minor criminal justice and journalism student. I have had 7+ years of experience babysitting and watching children from the ages of infant to middle schools. I've also had experience working in hospitals with children who have...
Alexis C.
Columbia, SC
$21-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've had many family members with special needs and it encouraged me to help other families who are in need of trustworthy caregivers to take care of your family!
Hi my name is Princess I'm a current CNA/MA in the Rock Hill area I've over 20 years of experience work with & in the Geriatric, Dementia, & Rehabilitation community. I currently work at a skilled facility in the rock hill area. I enjoy my career & all the wonderful families I have came in contact with over the years.
I have a...
I am a highly qualified, certified nurse assistant. I have more than 15 years experience in healthcare and caring for patients in every age group. I also have several years of experience and behavioral healthcare in both children and adults. I'm highly motivated and dependable and I love people.
I'd describe my personality as...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Columbia, SC
Lotoya J.
5.0
My daughter loved spending time with her.
- Loni H.
Portia M.
5.0
Portia learned very quickly how to help care for my quadriplegic husband. She is dependable and it's been a great help for me to have her.
- Adam B.
Ainslei P.
5.0
Ainslei supported me for four days during my first week of recovery after getting ACL reconstruction surgery on my knee. She was amazingly helpful, kind and nice to be around! She has a very gentle and warm energy and she was so pleasant to spend time with. She helped me with meal prep, medication,...
- Julia S.
Lotoya J.
3.0
Lotoya is such a loving, caring, responsible, and trustworthy caregiver to my two boys. She’s very good at communication and she’s always on time when I need her. I would definitely recommend her services to anyone in need of child care.
- Care member
Tess M.
5.0
There is NO ONE better than Tess! She has been such a blessing in our lives and a true game changer. She goes above and beyond every single day, is never late, and my kids truly love and adore her. She is always thinking of fun activities to do with the kids, she helps them along in their...
- Tenley A.
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Ratings for Columbia, SC special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Columbia, SC are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 180 reviews of the 68 listed special needs caregivers.