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Rivers M.


Asheville, NC

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing Homeschooling Mama With Experience With Special Needs And A Love Of Pets!

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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Every child I work with becomes part of my family. In your house or mine, I offer a calm loving environment for exploration and play! I have been working with children since 1996 and love it! So far I have worked in early childhood classrooms, as a preschool lead teacher, a Kindergarten assistant, as my children's home...
Rivers can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Alexi D.


Asheville, NC

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Work Needed

I have worked in a hospital pharmacy for 6 years while in school. I got my certified nursing license in 2014. I have experience working with patients of all ages. I enjoy helping others and I am a very empathetic person.
I have experience with elder care through taking care of my family. I understand that this field requires patience and compassion which I am prepared to give. I have 6 years of professional experience as a caregiver for young adults with special needs, and a lifetime of experience caregiving for a family member with high support...
Kristin can also help with: Errands, meal prep, respite care, dementia, transportation, light cleaning & more
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Rebecca C.


Asheville, NC

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Caregiver

After many years in the food service industry, I have made the decision to move into the healthcare field. I have always been a happy, nurturing person and I am ready to use these strengths to make a difference in the lives around me. In the past, I completed CNA school and had BLS certification. I have let these...
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Anna J.


Asheville, NC

$12-17/hr5 yrs exp

Caring, Enthusiastic, Outdoor Loving Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Anna (she/her). I'm a sophomore at UNC-Asheville looking for work. I'd love to spend time with your kids. We can play games outside, bake, or do crafts. I'm mature, responsible, and calm. I do have a mild form of CP but it does not affect my ability to care for children. I worked as a summer camp counselor at the...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Tierney M.


Asheville, NC

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

I have three years of experience caring for individuals with special needs that ranges from cognitive disabilities, epilepsy, autism, cerebral palsy, etc. I'm able to help with bathing, feeding, toileting, dressing, transferring, and companionship. CPR, First Aide Certified PCA Certification
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Sarah K.


Asheville, NC

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Local Nursing Student Offering Childcare!

I have been providing childcare for local families for over 10 years, including working with children with special needs. I was a camp counselor through college, as well as spending several years working before getting my big girl job at an aviation company. I am currently in the process of quitting my full time job to go back...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Hannah H.


Fletcher, NC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

34 Year Old With 10 + Years In Childcare And Experience With Special Needs; Physical And Mental.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Hannah and I am 35 years old. I have worked with children since 13. I was always babysitting family and then as I got old enough I began working with families babysitting and then nannying throughout my twenties and on. I have worked with children anywhere from newborn to teenagers. I really enjoy the work I've been...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Melani L.


Hendersonville, NC

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Overnight, Late Night, And Weekend Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I work full time Monday-Friday and am looking for a second part time job. I have worked with children for over 30 years. I am 44 years old and I have experience with children from ages newborn to teens. I also have experience with special needs as I volunteered in the ESE department of an elementary school previously. I was also...
Melani can also help with: Travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Melani was the best babysitter ever. We were so sad when she moved away. :("

Erin S.

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Bryn M.


Weaverville, NC

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

My name is Bryn and I graduated from Cal Poly in 2020. I have several years of babysitting and nannying experience, with children mainly from 6 months to 3 years old. Most of my experience has been with 1-2-year-old toddlers as I worked part time for three years at a local Church's childcare programs and worked full time as a...
Bryn can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Bryn is doing a great job w our kids (6 days/wk!). The 2 yr old likes her calm demeanor and book reading skills; we're surprised how often the 2 yr old whispers things to Bryn in a secret voice. The 6 mo baby finds Bryn hilarious and laughs out loud at her funny...

Jenny L.

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Peggy B.


Flat Rock, NC

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have recently come to realize that elder/senior care is probably the direction my career path is taking me. In my last job, caring for an elderly woman in her home, I found it very rewarding to be able to provide comfort not only for her but for her family too. I have cared for many seniors in the past. I'm willing to provide...
Peggy can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
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Peggy B.


Flat Rock, NC

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Friendly Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with the Developmentally Disabled for many years now. I have worked in a group home setting. I have also done Companion, Personal Care and In Home Supports. I have worked with mostly adults but some children too. I currently live in Florida. However, it is finally time to relocate to the Hendersonville area to be...
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Deloris P.


Hendersonville, NC

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I would really like to speak with you about this position! I am a retired Speech-Language Pathologist and have decades of experience with "differently abled" individuals. I believe I could benefit your family member with excellent care and expertise with many diagnoses.
5.0
"Lori has been a gift to our family. She is kind, patient, and very capable when caring for our adult son who is cognitively disabled."

Carolyn L.

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Logan P.


Asheville, NC

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter/Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I graduated from culinary school with a degree in Pastry Arts, and all through school I nannied for a family with 3 young children (ages 6, 4, and 2 at the time). I've nannied full time for 2 years, and am comfortable with twins, nanny shares, and children with special needs. While I love baking, I am also fulfilled by...
Logan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Logan nannied for my 3 1/2 year old daughter, and was so wonderful. She was punctual, very active and kept me in the loop throughout the day, which I appreciated. Highly recommend her!"

Staci B.

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Rich E.


Asheville, NC

$50/hr5 yrs exp

Baby Whisperer

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My experience with kids has been caring for children in my family, my nieces and nephews. I lived with my sister while she had her babies and I loved caring for them. Ever since I've been a reliable baby sitter. My favorite age is babies and small children. I worked the last 8 years with adults with special needs. I'm looking to...
Rich can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Very attentive and conscientious employee. Went beyond what was expected of him. Very punctual. "

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Katie L.


Asheville, NC

$23-25/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

While in college, I minored in Education and interned as a First Grade Teacher's assistant in Albany, NY. I have experience working in a medical model group home advocating for adult ladies with special needs (NY). In Asheville, I have nannied for the past 9 years. I have experience with twins and multiples. In June 2024, my...
Katie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katie has been a nanny-turned-babysitter for our family for the past 5.5 years since our son was three months old. She is reliable, punctual, resourceful, thoughtful, kind, flexible, and really, everything you could want in a caregiver. I trust Katie completely and...

Rachael C.

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Beth W.


Asheville, NC

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Beth. I currently working for a family that has 2 boys, 7 years old and 3 years old. I have been working with this family for 3 years. I love watching both develop into funny and curious boys. The 7-year-old, I picked up from school and helped him with his homework and played board games. The 3-year-old, I watched...
Beth can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Beth was our nanny for 3 years and she was incredibly loving to our children and very dependable. She mainly took care of our 3 month old up until he was 3 and a half and also our older child when he wasn't in school. Rarely would she call in sick or ask for time...

Tyler E.

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Kathryn D.


Weaverville, NC

$20-25/hr14 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I bring magic, creativity, and gentleness to childcare. I have been working as a nanny for the past year and looking for more consistent nanny work. My childcare experience includes teaching 2nd and 4th grade art classes, teaching karate classes to 4-6-year-olds, coaching a 5-6th grade volleyball team, working at the summer...
Kathryn can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kat was not only on time she came early to make sure she wasn't late. Very sweet with our child she came with toys to play with him while we were away. Would recommend again. Thanks!"

Javier L.

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Christine Z.


Candler, NC

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Loving Childcare Provider With Experience Caring For Children With Special Needs

I have an Elementary Education Teaching Certification from NC. I have taken many college level courses about caring for children with special needs and I have experience caring for them in classroom and home settings. I am very patient, caring and loving and find it personally rewarding to care for all children.
5.0
"Christine currently works for me at E. Charter School. She is great with all ages of kids that we serve here, Kindergarten through 8th grade. She has many interests that she shares with children. She is alert and sees potential problems before they come to...

James W.

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Amber B.


Asheville, NC

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Skilled in creating fun, engaging and educational activities, while prioritizing children's safety and well being. I have worked with toddles for almost 20 years including to help raise family members and working as a daycare provider and a babysitter for many families. I have experience working with special needs children,...
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Babysat for our 1 and 3 year olds while we were on vacation. She was very friendly and willing to be flexible with hours (stay later if needed)."

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fairview, NC

Melani L.

5.0

Melani is great! She is punctual, upbeat, fun, and wonderful with kids. Mine absolutely loved her. I needed a pretty demanding childcare schedule of 5:30 am to 8 pm two days in a row, and Melani took care of it with no problem, including preparing meals for the kids and taking them to the park. I...

- Sarah M.

Bryn M.

5.0

She has a very calm presence. My 5 and 6 year Olds were at ease with her immediately. She did a great job and I'd hire her again.

- Keri S.

Deloris P.

5.0

Lori has been a gift to our family. She is kind, patient, and very capable when caring for our adult son who is cognitively disabled.

- Carolyn L.

Logan P.

5.0

Logan nannied for my 3 1/2 year old daughter, and was so wonderful. She was punctual, very active and kept me in the loop throughout the day, which I appreciated. Highly recommend her!

- Staci B.

Rich E.

5.0

Very attentive and conscientious employee. Went beyond what was expected of him. Very punctual.

- Care member

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