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63 special needs caregivers are listed in Durham, NC

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Durham, NC

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Michelle C.


Durham, NC

$15-50/hr

Knows Special Needs

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47yo single Mom to three. 21 years experience raising higher needs autistic sons, both now in care homes, and 15 years raising a gifted ADHDer who does very well in school but struggles at home. I am seeking occasional work as a companion helper to senior citizens and/or to lower needs IDD teens and adults. I do not bathe or...
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Maggie M.


Durham, NC

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Maggie. I am a registered nurse with 5+ years of emergency experience. Looking to care for 1-2 children. I am able to care for children in my home or yours. I am also experienced with special needs children both from my professional nursing career and family. I believe in educating children through a fun, playful and...
Maggie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Brittany T.


Durham, NC

$13-18/hr6 yrs exp

Caring, Laugh-creating Babysitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Brittany and I am a 28-year-old female in the Durham-Chapel Hill area. I currently work in the pediatric intensive care unit at UNC! I absolutely love children, as evidenced by my passion in pediatric nursing. During high school and in my early years of college, I worked at a summer camp for children with special...
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Aliya G.


Durham, NC

$15-16/hr4 yrs exp

Flexible RDU Area Babysitter

Hi, my name's Aliya! I am 21 years old and a student at North Carolina Central University. I have been working in childcare for 4+ years. I have experience babysitting, nannying, tutoring, and teaching. I am currently a toddler teacher at a daycare center. I love children and am very passionate about taking care of them. I work...
Aliya can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Gregory M.


Durham, NC

$13/hr3 yrs exp

Hello My Name Is Gregory

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as fun, kind, and passionate. I like working with kids because they haven't experienced the crazy parts of life yet so as an adult in their life it gives me a chance to prepare them. It's all about leaving a lasting impact for me I'm looking for a job that is not only for a paycheck. I love working...
Gregory can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Paige D.


Durham, NC

$18-50/hr5 yrs exp

All About Me!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Paige, and I recently moved to Durham from Kansas City. I currently work as an ICU Nurse at Duke. I have over five years of childcare experience with ages ranging from premature newborns to 16-year-olds. I have two years of experience working in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. I have experience tutoring children...
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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Angel-grace B.


Durham, NC

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Caretaker

I have years of experience working with children and elderly with all sorts of different needs. I've worked as an assistant to special needs kids, and as a caregiver to people with dementia. I used to nanny and am always helping take care of my infant niece and toddler nephew. I can assure you that whatever it is your loved one...
Angel-grace can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Brianna S.


Durham, NC

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Brianna, a dedicated personal assistant with over 10 years of experience helping families in the Triangle area simplify their lives. I specialize in managing daily tasks like light cleaning, running errands, and organizing schedules, ensuring your household runs smoothly and efficiently. My goal is to handle the...
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Faith S.


Durham, NC

$15-24/hr3 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, fun, energetic. I like working with kids because, in a sense, it heals my inner child. I feel my best when im teaching a kid, babysitting, or simply around kids. They're always a joy to be around. I'm looking for a job that is very flexible & providing a safe environment. I'm looking...
Faith can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Tai H.


Durham, NC

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Super Nanny: Intellectually Stimulating & Reliable Care

Experienced Educator & Pet Sitter I'm a mommy with a grad degree and 10+ years of experience. I have certified expertise in working with children with special needs and English language acquisition skills. I can help with Swimming Supervision, light meal prep, and house sitting as needed.
Tai can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Lindsay S.


Durham, NC

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter, Tutor & Pet Sitter

Hello! My name is Lindsay and I am a physical therapist in Durham, NC. I grew up in Winston Salem, NC. I have both, a reliable form of transportation and a spotless driving record. I have about 10 years worth of experience caring for children of all ages and backgrounds. My mother is a preschool teacher and a nanny, so I grew up...
Lindsay can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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April H.


Durham, NC

$20-24/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Reliable, Engaging Sitter With Years Of Experience

Hello! My name is April. I am a (late) 20-something with many years of childcare experience. For the past three years, I have worked at the NC Arboretum in Asheville as an Environmental Educator, helping to facilitate field trips, summer camps and outreach programs for kids pre school-8th grade. In addition, I have been a...
April can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Caroline R.


Durham, NC

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have younger siblings, and I have grown up babysitting. I started babysitting when I was 12, so I have 6 solid years of working with kids. I have a job currently as a birthday party host at Wings Over the Rockies for children ranging from 3-12 years old. I also volunteer with a program called Recess which provides care for...
Caroline can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Ezinne M.


Durham, NC

$25/hr1 yrs exp

Motivation to care for children with special needs including child with sickle cell disorder and autism Decision making skill Interpersonal skill Physical stamina Patience
Ezinne can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Susan K.


Durham, NC

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Mrs

I am a compassionate and reliable caregiver with over 20 years of experience providing exceptional care to children, seniors, and individuals with special needs. Skilled in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment while assisting with daily activities, personal care, meal preparation, and emotional support. Dedicated...
Susan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Nouzha O.


Durham, NC

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Nouzha and I am a CNA and medication aid. I have a lot of experience in this field, more than 20+ years and have had a lot of training. I was also a teachers assistant at public school for special need kids class for about 7 years, therefore I have a lot of experience with people with more needs.
Nouzha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, personal care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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April L.


Durham, NC

$25/hr4 yrs exp

I have raised and homeschooled 5 children for 16 years, served as a family pastor for 11 years, worked with children with special needs, and been a caregiver for medically complex adolescents and seniors with a variety of needs for 4 years. I have a wide range of experience teaching, reinforcing therapy, and providing care for...
April can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Sheila M.


Durham, NC

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Super CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Sheila M. I have been a CNA for over 35 years. I think my greatest strength is my compassion for patients. II believe my dedication to providing compassionate care and support to the patient and their loved ones makes me a qualified candidate for this. I can provide Personal care, Companionship, Medication...
Sheila can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

Hi I'm Patricia. And I would love to have the privilege to help you take care of your child just the way you would like for him/ her to be taken care of. I'm very loving and compassionate about what I do I go above and beyond to provide the best care as possible as needed to make sure everyone is happy. U won't be disappointed....

Jane A.


Durham, NC

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Afternoon Caregiver Available

I taught a small class with a preschool aged girl who has Down syndrome. I have had extensive childcare experience and preschool teaching experience and I have the NC Childcare credentials.

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Ratings for Durham, NC special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Durham, NC are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 63 listed special needs caregivers.