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65 special needs caregivers are listed in Columbia, SC

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Columbia, SC

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Samantha M.


Columbia, SC

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter/Tutor/Personal Assistant

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Hello, my name is Sam and I would like to express my strong interest in working with you and your family. The following are key elements in which I possess: extensive experience caring for multiple children, experienced in caring for special needs children and adults, experienced Substitute Teacher, effective people skills,...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Leyla O.


Columbia, SC

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi Moms and Dads! My name is Leyla, and I'm excited to find a new family to become a part of! I currently attend the University of South Carolina as a senior getting my degree in Public Health. For the past summers I've been a full-time nanny for the and have been babysitting in Charleston for as long as I can remember. Caring...
Leyla can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Navasia F.


Columbia, SC

$18-27/hr • 3 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello my name is navasia I am well experienced with children special needs I love all children
Navasia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Hannah W.


Columbia, SC

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am a recent college graduate and I have been caring for children most of my life. I have years of experience with children of all ages and children with disabilities. I currently work with children ages 6+ with a variety of special needs, and during college have babysat weekly for families with 2+ children ages 6 and below....
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Skylar R.


Columbia, SC

$15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello all! I am a naturally nurturing individual as I have 5 younger siblings! I have a passion for fostering children's growth as I have taught arts and craft classes to children for 2 years, worked with special needs kids, and coached a middle school volleyball team. My friendly and enthusiastic nature allows me to connect...
Skylar can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Chassity A.


Columbia, SC

$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Chassity A. and I am a sophomore at the University of South Carolina. I'm an exercise science major, on a pre-occupational therapy track. I have been helping out with friends and family for years, but I have 4 years of experience as a paid caregiver. I have experience with children of all ages, and also with...
Chassity can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Camryn F.


Columbia, SC

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Camryn, I am currently a sophomore at the university of South Carolina. I am a psychology major who is dreaming of working with kids specifically with kids who have special needs. I have been babysitting for what feels like forever now. I have babysat for many different families in the Charlotte area and was a nanny the...
Camryn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Larissa P.


Columbia, SC

$16-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Rissa

Hi! I have been working in childcare for five years now, and have been a Red Cross certified Lifeguard for two! I am very energetic and outgoing, and love what I do. I attend the University of South Carolina as a political science major. I have also ridden horses competitively for 10 years. I have a wide range of experience with...
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Riley F.


Columbia, SC

$18/hr • 8 yrs exp

Riley F!

Hi! My names Riley F, I have recently graduated from the University of South Carolina with a BA in psychology along a minor in education. I am now continuing my education at Rutgers in their MSW program. I have been nannying/babysitting for 8+ years with families of 3+ children. I also have experience working with children with...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Kathryn P.


Columbia, SC

$18-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Creative, Upbeat College Student

Hey, there! My name is Kathryn, and I go by Scottie! I am a rising junior at University of South Carolina, and I am double majoring in Psychology and Information Science. I am looking to pick up some babysitting/pet sitting/house sitting jobs while I am home for the summer. I have worked with children since age 11 in church...
Kathryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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D'arion J.


Columbia, SC

$11-16/hr • 2 yrs exp

Blooming Babysitter

Hello! My name is D'Arion! I am a senior in college. Fulfilling a major in psychology with a minor in criminal justice! I aim to be a therapist. Since high school, I've worked with special needs kids as well as younger kids. I always babysit my nieces & nephews so although I don't have much paid experience, I love kids and will...
D'arion can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Olivia M.


Columbia, SC

$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Babysitter Avaliable!

I'm currently 20 years old and going into my junior year of college. I've been babysitting since I was about 13 and have always loved looking after and playing with children of all ages. I have experience with special needs children as well, and I love pets. My availability is very flexible.
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

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Amber M.


Columbia, SC

$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Nurse Available Some Evenings And Weekends

Hi there! Thanks for viewing. My name is Amber and I adore being around children and believe I make a great nanny because I like to read, play, and keep children occupied and learning! For the past 10 years I've been in healthcare (mental health, nursing, geriatrics) but I am stepping away from healthcare. In the past, I was a...
Amber can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lianna W.


Columbia, SC

$18/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Lianna W And Am A College Freshmen Looking For Seasonal Babysitting Jobs!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Lianna W. and I am currently a senior in college attending the University of South Carolina. I am a psychology major in hopes of working in pediatrics. I adore children and have completed numerous Child Development courses at UofSC. As a lifeguard, I received CPR and First Aid Training. I am planning on graduating...
Lianna can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Katrina B.


Columbia, SC

$10-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have over a decade of experience caring for children between having 2 kids of my own (my oldest is special needs), caring for nieces and nephews, caring for friends children and helping at a few different daycare since I was in high school.
Katrina can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Leeann R.


Columbia, SC

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, which led me to become a childcare provider. I currently work as a behavioral therapist with special needs children. I have been doing the job for 6 years and have loved every second of it. My personality traits, including patience, calmness, creativity, and...
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Amber M.


Columbia, SC

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Reliable Caregiver With A Nursing Background

Hi I'm Amber! I am looking for a part-time type of position. I have a background in mental health, nursing and about 10 years ago I did hospice caregiving, special needs, and housekeeping. I really enjoy working with seniors and believe it fits my personality well because I'm kind, patient and personable. I enjoy providing...
Amber can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

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Cierra D.


Columbia, SC

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

CNA

I have experience with preparing meals, feeding, toileting, grooming, changing briefs/undergarments, transport to doctor appointments, transport on trips, run errands, clean house. I mostly worked with dementia, Alzheimer's, disability and special needs clients, long term care, hospice, but I don't mind working with any other...
Cierra can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

CNA

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Nicole C.


Columbia, SC

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello I'm Nicole and I love and enjoy what I do. I am CNA certified, med tech certification, CPR certified and have over 10 years of working with dementia/Alzheimer's, special needs and children. I'd describe my personality as reliable, patient and supportive, compassionate. I like caring for seniors because I always had a...
Nicole can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, personal care, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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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 182 reviews of the 65 listed special needs caregivers.