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72 special needs caregivers are listed in Columbia, SC

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Columbia, SC

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Sara H.


Columbia, SC

$17/hr • 16 yrs exp

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As a caregiver with 16 years of experience, I've had the privilege of nurturing children's growth and development, positively impacting their lives. I'm passionate about creating a safe, nurturing environment where children thrive. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and friendly nature, allows me to connect...
Sara can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Samantha M.


Columbia, SC

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter/Tutor/Personal Assistant

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, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kadence M.


Columbia, SC

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Passionate And Patient Child Care Professional

As a dedicated child care enthusiast, I bring a wealth of experience and a genuine love for working with children. My journey in child care began at an early age, babysitting my younger brother, who is on the autism spectrum, during my middle and high school years. This hands-on experience instilled in me the importance of...
Kadence can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Adrienne G.


Columbia, SC

< $10/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny With Teaching Experience

10 years teaching experience with children with special needs. Mother of twins Meal preparation Homework assistance
Adrienne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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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: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Emily C.


Columbia, SC

$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Fun, Adventurous, And Outgoing Sitter

My name is Emily and I'm currently a sophomore at the University of South Carolina! I'm actively looking for a nannying job for the school year with the possibility of working through the summer. I've been taking care of kids for many years now and I have previously been a full-time nanny with experience taking care of kids with...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Audrey K.


Columbia, SC

$20-27/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny/Baby-sitter/House And Personal Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Audrey, a graduate from the College of Charleston with a degree in arts management. I have extensive nannying experience from high school and college, working with children of all ages, including infants, preteens, and those with special needs. I love creating fun, artistic, and educational activities that engage and...
Audrey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
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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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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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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: Craft assistance, carpooling, 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: Craft assistance, carpooling, 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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jackie H.


Columbia, SC

$15/hr • 7 yrs exp

I'm an experienced childcare provider with seven years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for working with kids comes from having babysat for many families and having experience working with special needs children. I enjoy playing all sorts of games with children, including outdoor sports and physical...
Jackie can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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 72 listed special needs caregivers.