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45 special needs caregivers are listed in Hendersonville, NC

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Hendersonville, NC

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Rivers M.


Asheville, NC

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

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

5.0

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

Early Education

5.0
"Rivers is such a loving and caring person. She treated our son like he was her own. The love and care she showed when she watched our son was truly special."

Care member

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Julia L.


Asheville, NC

$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver (Professionally Certified FL Teacher)

Hello! I believe strongly and deeply in giving neurodiverse and physically diverse populations personalized assistance to reach their full potential. I am proud to have over 6 years of professionally certified teaching experience working with children with varying exceptionalities in public and private settings. I received my...
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Maria E.


Asheville, NC

$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! I am passionate about caring for all kids of all ages especially toddlers and newborns. My experience in childcare goes 10 years back; I have worked with all types of ages from babysitting, to nannying and being a daycare teacher. In my time at daycare, I was with infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Aside from this,...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"One of the best nannies we've ever hired. Highly recommend!"

Eva X.

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Shannon E.


Arden, NC

$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Previous Teacher & School Counselor, Mom Of 2 Young Adults, Educated, Patient, Compassionate

I'm a mom of two children in their low 20s, previous teacher (including for children with special needs), school counselor, counselor & coach for young/adults, and author. I'm a very compassionate, patient woman who is creative, loves to have fun with children, and enjoys anything educational. As a counselor, I am trained in...
Shannon can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Shannon worked with our family for about 6 months caring for my 2 year old. Shannon was engaged, punctual, and always came up with fun things to do with my son. She was great at redirecting him and engaging him when I left for work, and generally transitions to...

Care member

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Heather D.


Asheville, NC

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Care For Your Special Child

Hello, My name is Heather and I have 20 years of experience working with young children. I have cared for several children with special needs. Some had been diagnosed with autism, ADHD, juvenile diabetes, depression and sensory integration disorder. I have a graduate degree in early childhood education and a bachelor's degree in...
5.0
"Heather was very attentive and loving to my 12 year old child with Down syndrome. She was interested in his needs and incorporated things to help him improve. My child loves her very much!"

Michelle S.

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Alexi D.


Asheville, NC

$10-20/hr • 10 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.
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Sarah K.


Asheville, NC

$20-30/hr • 10 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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Aliyah C.


Candler, NC

$12-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello! I've worked with children for 5 years, I have 6 siblings who are younger than me so im very well known to childcare. I know CPR, and have experience with Special needs children, twins, infants, toddlers, etc. I also do frequent volunteering at nursery's and daycares, I also do not mind pets or cooking. I do not have my...
Aliyah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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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Phillip L.


Asheville, NC

$18-50/hr • 8 yrs exp

Committed And Experienced Caregiver.

I am a compassionate and experienced Caregiver specializing in caring for persons with disabilities, who is adept in providing optimal care for those who cannot provide self-care & those who require a more intense level of care. I am committed to caring for clients in a way that improves their overall quality of life. I...
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.
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, respite care, transportation, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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Airiana G.


Arden, NC

$20-29/hr • 10 yrs exp

Direct-Care Professional

Hi there! I'm a dedicated caregiver, experienced nanny, and all-around helping hand. As a mother to a wonderful 5-year-old boy, I understand firsthand the importance of finding someone you can trust to care for your family and home. I have years of experience working professionally and as a volunteer with children and adults...
Airiana can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Jeanette W.


Brevard, NC

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Learn And Grow With Jeanette

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Jeanette and I absolutely love children! I have worked with children of all ages in a multitude of capacities for the last 30 years. I have a degree in social work and am dedicated to making a positive difference in people's lives. I have 10 years of paid experience working with children, and 7 of those were as a...
Jeanette can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

I am a mom of 2 I have a 5-year-old and 2-year-old so I have an understanding of what motherhood takes. I also have experience working with special needs children.
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Hannah H.


Fletcher, NC

$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

I Just Love Taking Care Of Others

My name is Hannah and I am 34 years old. I have been working with children since at least the age of 13 and helping care for the elderly throughout my twenties on. I have worked with many different families in home as well as with a company that does everything home health related. I really enjoy the work I've been able to do...
Hannah can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, transportation & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Hannah H.


Fletcher, NC

$25/hr • 10 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Rebecca H.


Candler, NC

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Teacher Seeking Summer Jobs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 3rd grade teacher and mom to a 3-year-old boy. I love kids and have worked as a teacher for 9 years. I have taught 1st-5th grades and I have worked in a daycare setting with infants through 4-year-olds. I have my MA in Reading Education from Appalachian State University and a BS in Elementary Education from App as well. I...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sarah M.


Travelers Rest, SC

$12-18/hr • 4 yrs exp

Crafty Caretaker

Hello to all! I have been babysitting for about 4 years. I do my best to get to know the kids and their interests and make everyday activities and chores into fun games. I am also an avid crafter, so arts and crafts time would be so fun! I have been caring for kids for a long time. I have been the standing manager at a horse...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hendersonville, NC

Rivers M.

5.0

Rivers is such a loving and caring person. She treated our son like he was her own. The love and care she showed when she watched our son was truly special.

- Care member

Maria E.

5.0

Fantastic nanny, the best we have had so far for our 6 month old twin boys. Truly cared about the boys and took great care of them. Highly recommend!

- David G.

Shannon E.

5.0

Shannon took great care of our child with special needs. Her devotion in meeting his needs was exceptional. Shannon a is very responsible and caring person. She was very attentive to our child’s needs and went well and beyond our expectations!

- Care member

Heather D.

5.0

Heather was very attentive and loving to my 12 year old child with Down syndrome. She was interested in his needs and incorporated things to help him improve. My child loves her very much!

- Michelle S.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Hendersonville, NC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 45 listed special needs caregivers.