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59 special needs caregivers are listed in Cottageville, SC

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Cottageville, SC

Mrs. Karen is a true gem. As a SAHM, leaving my two children in the hands of anyone else is stressful. The decision was easy after a meet

Review for Karen S. by Destiny M.

Megan is a responsible and reliable individual. She's very creative and just fun to be around. She lights up a room when she walks in.

Review for Megan R. by Heidi R.

Shelby has helped us with our twins since they were 1. They are now almost 6 and Shelby has supported us in a role of full time nanny, after

Review for Shelby B. by Jonathan H.

Special needs caregivers in Cottageville, SC

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Karen S.


Cottageville, SC

$15-35/hr7 yrs exp

Child Care/Date Nights

5.0

(6)

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Karen and my husband transfer from Holloman AFB to JB Charleston December 2019. I have 15 years children's ministry experienced and recently had the privilege of serving students for 2. 5 yrs. at the New Mexico School For The Blind & Visually Impaired as well as Families in Goose Creek, Moncks Corner, Summerville...
Karen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"working with Karen was the best possible scenario when my wife was going into emergency C-section with us in a new city with no one else to help. she took care if our team year old who did not want her to leave! she even came back for the next day to help out for a...

Richard F.

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Melissa H.


Cottageville, SC

$28-30/hr5 yrs exp

Children Have A Special Place In My Heart

I took care of my sister-in-law for 19 years. They have down syndrome. She had a shunt in her chest that I had to administer medication through for almost a year took her to all her doctors appointments at MUSC she lived to be 37 years old and the doctors told us she would only live to be five. She passed away from congestive...
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Megan R.


Summerville, SC

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Crafty And Energetic!!!

My name is Megan, I am a 27-year-old event planner living in Summerville! I have taken care of children in many different capacities throughout my life. In high school, I nannied for several families with children ages 3 months to 13 years. While in college, I worked as a classroom assistant at a childcare center and a teacher...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Megan is a responsible and reliable individual. She's very creative and just fun to be around. She lights up a room when she walks in."

Heidi R.

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Shelby B.


Summerville, SC

$22-40/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Imaginative Nanny/Babysitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My background includes working as a therapist to children on the autism spectrum as a Behavioral Therapist in the Berkeley County School District, as well as, being a Registered Behavior Technician for multiple in home therapy companies. I've also worked as a nanny, tutor, behavioral care instructor, mentor to troubled...
Shelby can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Shelby has helped us with our twins since they were 1. They are now almost 6 and Shelby has supported us in a role of full time nanny, after school pickup and caregiver, and babysitter. We couldn't be happier with Shelby and we trust her completely with our...

Jonathan H.

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Lila C.


Summerville, SC

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Energetic And Passionate Psychology Student

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I recently graduated with a BA in Psychology and minor in Spanish from Drew University in Madison, NJ, and am currently pursuing a career in Pediatric Occupational Therapy. I began babysitting at 13 and since then have had experience as a gymnastics coach, theatre/dance teacher, preschool teaching assistant, nanny and...
Lila can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lila is simply the best. She became a part of our family, providing nurturing care for our twins (3 yrs) since we pulled them from school due to COVID. We were looking for someone who was taking significant precautions to prevent virus transmission and with whom we...

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Logan C.


Summerville, SC

$10-30/hr5 yrs exp

Elementary School Teacher Looking For Part-Time Work, Red Cross CPR Certified

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a former kindergarten assistant teacher looking for covid-friendly private tutoring work or childcare positions. I speak Spanish and can teach it too! I have five years of teaching experience, including six months as a Special Needs Assistant. I am fully certified by the American Red Cross in Adult and Pediatric First Aid,...
Logan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Logan has been so extremely helpful and I am glad I hired him. He is definitely dependable and on time and makes a point of knowing what is needed to be done. Plus the kids have fun with him. I have girls and was hesitant to hire a male caregiver but he is...

Linda S.

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Shakirah B.


Summerville, SC

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Compassionate

3.7

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a Outstanding track record of excellence in providing daily needs, including homemaking, cooking, dressing, bathing, transportation, Incontinence care and supplementing therapy. I deal with children, special needs (I have a little brother who has autism), disabled and seniors. Experience with Hoyer lift, Over 5 years of...
Shakirah can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, home modification, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Shakirah Works for me when I go out of town for work every month she's a big help to my family. Mom really loves her"

Sophia C.

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Kari V.


Summerville, SC

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kari. I owned and ran a daycare for 10 years and then became a public school teacher for 13 years. I was also a special needs respite care provider for the state of Michigan for 10 years. I am certified in CPR and First Aid. My husband and I recently moved to South Carolina and I would love to keep caring for...
5.0
"Kari was excellent! My 11 month old took to her right away. She's fantastic with children."

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Kari R.


Summerville, SC

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Looking To Help Families Part Time

Hello everyone, I'm 50 years old. Mom of 3 adult children, I am a Mimi to 1 little boy. I've worked for FMSD with Special services for the last 17 yrs. I left the Fort-mill school district to move to Summerville. I have lots of experience with special needs/autism. I am not looking for a full-time job. I'm just looking for...
Kari can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kari is very reliable! We were sad to lose her when she moved. We hope to find someone like her again!"

Lillian B.

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Lily M.


Summerville, SC

$16-22/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting on and off for about 5 years. I worked as a full time nanny to 2 special needs brothers for a year. Those duties included taking care of the boys along with light house keeping and meal prep. Currently I am in nursing school, but only have a couple classes at a time, changing every 5 weeks. I would...
Lily can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lily worked for us on a regular basis for a few months and did an excellent job with our kids! Even helped in our (not even) 2 year olds potty training. Always punctual and would definitely recommend her. We only had to part ways because we moved out of town."

Stephanie G.

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Megan G.


Summerville, SC

$19-50/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Friend, Reliable Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced and passionate childcare provider with six years of experience caring for children of all ages. As a certified special education teacher, my educational background and training in child development have equipped me to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for young minds. My calm and patient...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Meagan has worked with our family for three years. She is so patient and loves to have fun and play. "

Amie B.

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Lauren S.


Summerville, SC

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

As a mom of 4 I have a lot of experience with children! I am medically trained in CPR and have also worked with children who have special needs. I promise to care for your children as I care for my own! I have worked in the medical field for 14 years and now I'm a stay at home mom looking to help other parents out as I know it...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Simone F.


Summerville, SC

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver To The Young And Elderly!

I have been a caregiver since 2012. I started off working at the Carolina Teen Center as a tutor/mentor for ages 7-17, and then went to Dorchester County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs in 2013 overnight as a caregiver. I currently still hold both positions, but I'm always looking to help others. Both jobs require me to...
Simone can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Madisyn J.


Summerville, SC

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

Everyone Deserves Compassion And Care. Let Me Be That Caregiver To Show Your Loved One That!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Madisyn, I've been in this field of work since I was 18 years old. I started working in this industry due to my pappy who was in hospice care and I saw how they treated him and I wanted to make sure every elderly I take care of gets the best care and compassion they can get while being in my care. I have worked...
Madisyn can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

I've been doing caregiving and direct support for over 10 plus years I work at The Board of Disabilities for Special Needs for 10 years and I've done private caring duty since 2015
Ashley can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands
Hello there! My name is Eura. I am an LPN and have extensive experience with special needs children and adults. I have cared for children with autism and other needs. I have also provided care for children with intellectual disabilities such as dyslexia. I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified. I also have taken several wound care...
Eura can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

CNA

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Lynn J.


Summerville, SC

$23-35/hr10 yrs exp

An Enthusiastic Professional Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

A proven professional with over 30! years of experience caring for average developing children and children with special needs in various settings. Childcare is my passion. I am a mother of 2 grown children and grandmother of 2 boys. If you're looking for a tender compassionate and educated caregiver then I'm your person.
Lynn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey, I'm a CNA/STNA with over 5 years of experience in Alzheimer's Dementia care and more. I am CPR trained too and looking forward to take care of your loved ones. I'm fully vaccinated.
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Simone F.


Summerville, SC

$17/hr7 yrs exp

Helping Hand

Hello, my name is Simone and I would love to help you with your loved one. I currently have 7 years caregiving experience, as I work for Dorchester County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs. I'm compassionate about my work and would to bring that compassion and help a family in need. I'm CPR certified and very good at what...
Simone can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Carrie B.


Summerville, SC

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/pick-up, House Manager, Professional Tutor

2. Hi! Seasoned Montessori teacher here, offering tutoring sessions and much more! I can come to you and I have experience with special needs. I can also help with pick up a few days a week, snack, homework, arts & crafts, and outdoor play. My experience includes preschool, elementary school, and middle school age children. Feel...

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Ratings for Cottageville, SC special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Cottageville, SC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 59 listed special needs caregivers.