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Special needs caregivers in Fletcher, NC

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Sarah K.


Asheville, NC

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Local Nursing Student Offering Childcare!

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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Yvonne W.


Hendersonville, NC

$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Compassionate & Experienced Home Health Care Provider - LPN

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience caring for individuals both at home and in a nursing home. As I am more interested in the providing quality care, my aim is to facilitate a person to live life to their highest potential. Being creative and practically inclined has been a big asset in providing home health care. This opens doors for a more...
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Melanie C.


Arden, NC

$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp

Summertime Special Needs Caregiver

Hi! My name is Melanie C. and I am a 20-year-old college student at Western Carolina University. I have over five years of childcare experience in general working with both atypical and neurotypical children. I would be pleased to provide my resume and references, along with any other documentation you may require. Thank you!
Greetings! Thank you so much for taking the time in looking at my profile. When my brother was born in 1994, I helped Mom and Dad raise him as I was able to. I was one of their built in Nannies/babysitters. I'm a mother of 4 kids ages from 17-26 years old. I have 17 years of experience and counting in raising my daughter who...
Adrienne can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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...
I am a wife, mother, and a former school teacher. I enjoy taking care of others and am an animal lover. I'd describe my personality as compassionate, empathetic, and loyal. I like working with kids because they bring such joy, laughter, and are a reminder of what matters when being an adult it hard. I'm looking for a job...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Anita D.


Mills River, NC

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Empathic Light Worker Of ALL Beings

Hi there! My name is Anita and I am 47 years young! I have three children who I adore and I'm looking for part-time work, between 10-20 hours a week. I love helping, taking care of and guiding people. My experience is vast and diversified. I've worked many years with youth at-risk, individuals with disabilities and people...
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Elizabeth H.


Asheville, NC

$14/hr • 8 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as positive willing to help. And caring of others. I like working with kids because Kids are so pure. They are free of negativity and judgment. I'm looking for a job that can do nights and weekends. Mostly looking for a babysitting jobs for nights and weekends. I started working with kids when I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

The grand majority of my experience come from working at a special needs camp for 7 years working one on one with individuals experiencing all sorts of challenges.
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Brian B.


Asheville, NC

$15-25/hr

Caring Husband And Father Of 3 Loves To Help Those In Need

I have cared for both my mother and father who both passed from pancreatic cancer. I have experience with giving medication, bathing, cooking, and doing many types of handyman work around the house.
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Bryn M.


Weaverville, NC

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

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

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Amber B.


Asheville, NC

$20-28/hr • 10 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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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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Robin Y.


Asheville, NC

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Energetic, Fun, Caring, Creative Certified Educator For Child Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with children since I was a child. I knew at a very young age that I wanted to work with children. I finished 14 incredible years as a highly decorated elementary and middle grades teacher and district educator trainer. I am certified k-12 as well as special needs. In addition to my work teaching, mentoring,...
Robin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

4.0
"Robin was a very good teacher at the Academy. She was creative, knowledgeable, and quite capable. She was very organized and cooperative. Feel that she will perform very well wherever she goes."

Kenneth A.

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Beth W.


Asheville, NC

$10-15/hr • 10 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:

First Aid

CPR

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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Sarah C.


Hendersonville, NC

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced & Energetic Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a career nanny/ECE teacher, with excellent references and over 20 years of experience working with children ages newborn to 8 years, including multiples and special needs. I worked in other fields, before something called me to childcare and to Early Education. This is my passion and I can't imagine doing anything else!. I...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Sarah has been with us for over two years caring for our 3 year old twins and I trust her with them completely. She is responsible, punctual and genuinely cares about our children. She is passionate about their development and actively seeks activities that they...

Katherine L.

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Rich E.


Asheville, NC

$50/hr • 5 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rich is a highly-skilled, knowledgeable person who has great compassion for those he cares for. I'm never worried about her well-being when I entrust my baby daughter's care to him. Very loving, patient, and strong, Rich is absolutely a person you can put your...

Teresa L.

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Tierney M.


Asheville, NC

$25-33/hr • 6 yrs exp

Nanny T

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Six years of experience in babysitting and nannying; that ranges from date nights, after school, over nights, to full time care. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs. as well. CNA and BLS certified.
Tierney can also help with: Travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Tierney worked part time with me & my two girls over the summer. She was always on time & always went out of her way to help me when things got a little crazy. My favorite nanny thus far!!! I would recommend her any day."

Lori M.

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Marie S.


Asheville, NC

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Creative, Loving, And Responsible Sitter Here For You!

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

My name is Marie and I am a caring and attentive childcare provider! *Part-time weekday and weekend childcare available. *Currently a student at AB Tech studying occupational therapy assistant. Eager to help children learn through play and improve their self-care and self-regulation skills. *3 years of experience working at a...
Marie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Marie was great - kids were happy and had a great time with her, she asked good questions and was flexible when our plans changed slightly - would definitely hire her again next time we come to Asheville!"

Amanda R.

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Ellen M.


Asheville, NC

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver for Children and Young Adults With Special Needs/Differences

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have an M. Ed. degree in exceptional education: specific learning disabilities. I have cared for and worked with students/children with developmental disabilities, Asperger's, ADHD, with and without hyperactivities and students diagnosed with epilepsy, OCD and other behavioral disorders. I have also worked with the legally...
5.0
"Excellent knowledge on education and willingness to help kids succeed!"

Kristi T.

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Kayla L.


Alexander, NC

$13-20/hr

Here For You!

Hi my name is Kayla! I have worked with kids through care. com for 8 years now. I have loved every family I have worked with and continue to! Although special needs is a new position for me I would love the opportunity to be able to help Your family !
5.0
"Kayla was by far one of the best babysitter's/Nanny we have ever come across. Our 3 daughters fell in love with her instantly. She was punctual, patient, and so caring. We highly recommend Kayla to any family looking for an extra pair of hands or a long term family...

Heidi A.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fletcher, NC

Bryn M.

5.0

Bryn was a great caregiver for my little grandsons and was quick to communicate.

- Care member

Amber B.

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).

- Care member

Robin Y.

5.0

Robin is, hands-down, one of the most fantastic childcare providers I have worked with. She is caring for my almost 4-year-old son. They have lovely times and she engages him in lots of activities away from screens. He definitely looks forward to "Miss Robin" coming over!

- Kalista P.

Beth W.

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 off. It seems like every family has...

- Tyler E.

Sarah C.

5.0

Sarah was our nanny for the last four years and truly became a part of our family. She was there to support us as we welcomed two more boys to our crew and loved them so well. She is kind, patient, creative, loving, supportive and a magnificent caregiver. My boys have loved their time with her and...

- Amy H.

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