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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Elgin, SC
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Elgin, SC
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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, 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.
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, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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...
Tenley A.
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
Sheila M.
Columbia, SC
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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...
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
"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.
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, 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.
5.0
(138)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very caring. Really have a fun and safe environment for children and have all their needs."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a childcare provider with a true passion for helping children grow and develop. With over 7 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I have the skills and knowledge necessary to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your child.
My creative and friendly personality allows me to easily connect with children...
Casandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Cassie watched my kids for an evening I had to go out. She was awesome with my kids and they enjoyed playing with her before bedtime. She was able to get everyone settled and in bed shortly after I left. I will definitely have her watch the kids again without...
Lovelyn O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a fun-loving, patient, responsible, honest, energetic, creative, caring, and an experienced child care provider. I am First Aid and CPR certified. I have an Early Childhood Education certification and have taken courses in Early Childhood Education. I have been a Nanny for more than 13 years, 4 years as a Teacher in...
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kimberly is an excellent nanny and all around sweet and wonderful person! I have known Kimberly for a very long time, as she cared for both of my boys. She always treated them as if they were her own and they absolutely love her. She was very dependable and...
Shelley H.
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.
Lauren S.
Columbia, SC
$30/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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
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.
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: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
I'm a recent college graduate with two years of experience in caregiving. My previous experiences gave me exposure to working in a variety of settings with individuals with varying needs. I've worked with individuals that were very limited in movement (Muscular Dystrophy) and those who had significantly more independence...
Shaquanda T.
Columbia, SC
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi , my name is Shaquanda, I am a mother of two. I'm a patient, caring , loving and creative person. I have been in the care taking field for almost 8 years. For 4 of these years I specifically have been taking care of people with mental and physical disabilities. I help them become as independent as possible. I love to cook so...
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...
Working as an elementary/middle school substitute teacher, I have plenty of experience with children from ages 4-16. I am very attentive to details when it comes to caregiving and give the level of care I would expect someone to give to one of my loved ones. I have my bachelor's degree in Biology and am currently working on...
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat almost all my life, and have worked professionally in an afterschool setting with children and teens with special needs. I truly have a passion for working with kids and love it!
Summer can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Crystal L.
Camden, SC
$12-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I help take care of my little sisters and have been since I was 13. I feed them, take them outside daily, make crafts with them and other exciting activities. I've been babysitting a special needs 5-year-old for seven months now
Crystal can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
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, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elgin, SC
Darcy P.
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 how to use a quadruple mass...
- Annie B.
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.
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.
Hope W.
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.
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Ratings for Elgin, SC special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Elgin, SC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.