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Harrison G.


Chapel Hill, NC

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

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I've provided swim lessons for children who have special needs for the last 3 Summers and am looking to expand into caretaking. These special needs ranged from stroke survivors to children with autism and severe ADHD.
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Margaret S.


Chapel Hill, NC

$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp

Fun TarHeel Sitter

Hello - my name is Maggie I am 24 from Boston. I graduated from UNC in 2022 and then was a kids ski instructor in Vail, CO for 2 winters. I am back in Chapel Hill and am currently in Nursing School looking for the occasional babysitting job. I have experience with and a love for caring for children with various special needs or...
Margaret can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Megan R.


Chapel Hill, NC

$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Megan I was originally from Iowa, but have recently moved to North Carolina. I started as Summer help in a care facility for individuals diagnosed with developmental delays where I worked with a spectrum of diagnoses and personalities after I graduated college I immediately started working as a case manager,...
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Matilda S.


Chapel Hill, NC

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

I'm a nurturing and dedicated childcare provider with over five years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development, combined with my patient, creative, and friendly nature, makes me an ideal caregiver. I believe in open communication with parents and follow their...
Matilda can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Erin F.


Chapel Hill, NC

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hi, I'm Erin! Mom to a 1-year-old boy. I have experience nannying, including children with special needs. I currently work Mon-Fri 8-4 p.m.
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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Karen M.


Chapel Hill, NC

$20-35/hr • 9 yrs exp

Experienced Dementia Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 9 years of experience. Before that, I helped care for my mother for 9 years. She was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. In my 30's I was working toward a Ph. D in Cultural Anthropology when I had to quit for personal reasons. So I feel equipped to care for people of any race, creed, education and income level. I love working one...
Karen can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, respite care, errands, personal care, light cleaning & more
Hello! My name is Harrison, a rising junior at the University of North Carolina and a member of the Varsity Men's Swimming and Diving team. I have extensive experience with children, having been the primary caretaker for my younger sister for two years during my junior and senior years of high school and the head swim coach of...
Harrison can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alyssa J.


Chapel Hill, NC

$19-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello!! I'm Alyssa. I'm looking for an opportunity to be part of another loving family. I love children and enjoy working with them. I'm organized, loving, creative, energetic and, CPR certified. Prior to being a nanny I worked at a preschool with ages ranging from infants to 5 years old. I've been a tutor for kids ranging from...
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Georgina A.


Chapel Hill, NC

$24-29/hr • 4 yrs exp

Fun Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Gina and I am passionate about helping others! I currently attend school for my Masters in Public Health, with plans to pursue Medicine in the future. I am CPR/BLS certified as well as a registered CNA in Illinois, Michigan and North Carolina. I have worked in a variety of settings ranging from nursing homes to in-home...
Hi! My name is Christina and I am a graduating senior from Concord High School's IB program and will be attending UNC Chapel Hill in the fall! I love to be challenged and have a soft spot for SN children, and have worked with ADD/ADHD and children on the Autism spectrum! I would love to use my years of childcare to help you and...
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Gregory M.


Durham, NC

$13/hr • 3 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:

CPR

First Aid

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Asia M.


Durham, NC

$20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hey Everybody!

Hi, my name is Asia! I am a UNC-Chapel Hill School of Education alumna that currently works with students with disabilities. I'm searching for supplemental weekend work. Feel free to message me if I sound like a good fit! I have acquired my skills in providing care to individuals with special needs from a variety of...
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Eleanor M.


Durham, NC

$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Eleanor! I'm a student at Duke, in Boston for the summer. I am studying education and have spent time working as a substitute teacher (including push-in and pull-out support), at summer camps, and in a residential therapeutic group home. I'm worked with kids with ADHD, Autism, Down Syndrome, PTSD, and more! I think that...
Hi; my name is Sylvia! I just moved to Chapel Hill after graduating with a Bachelors in Psychology 2 years ago in Dallas, Texas! I am passionate about helping children with disabilities, I believe that every child should be given an opportunity to succeed. I have 2 years of experience working in behavior therapy with children...

Shannon D.


Durham, NC

$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Assistive Technology/AAC.
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Kelsey M.


Durham, NC

$23/hr • 7 yrs exp

Passionate ABA Therapist For Kids Of All Ages!

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kelsey. I live in Providence and I have been an ABA therapist for about five years. I also have a brother with Asperger's, and can empathize with some of the daily struggles. I have worked with kids of all abilities as young as 18 months, up into adulthood! I understand the importance of consistency and have RBT...
5.0
"Kelsey worked with our son for a period of time in early 2023 and was incredibly effective, resourceful, and gifted at connecting with and coaching our son. We would totally hire her again!"

Karl W.

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Taylor M.


Mebane, NC

$22-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Caretaker

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi guys, I'm Taylor! I am so excited to meet yall and become part of the fam! I have 10 years of childcare experience and 6 years of special needs training . I am highly experienced with infants & multiples . I am now a mother of 11-month-old twin boys and a 2-year-old I am available weekdays after 3 p.m. For F- s/s...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"My 12 y.o. dual-diagnosis son loves Taylor! She plays his favorite video games with him and listens to his special interests with genuine pleasure! Taylor is a rare gem! I really felt like I could relax and enjoy myself knowing that she understands our world....

Judy D.

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Winifred P.


Chapel Hill, NC

$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello future families, I enjoy babysitting part time and helping children meet their development milestones. Experience babysitting for multiple families for years. Mother of 4, a nurse (18 years as baby nurse and 6 years as school nurse). Also proud pet owner too! I also have experience with special needs children. Willing to...
Winifred can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We've had a great experience with Winifred! She helps us with daycare pick-ups and part-time nannying. We always have felt our daughter has been in good and safe care with Winifred. She's warm, reliable, knowledgeable, and very interactive. She is always helping...

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Christie B.


Durham, NC

$25-33/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

4.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a Certified Nursing Assistant that has worked in many different settings. I was an Adult Instructor at a Cerebral Palsy Center in Green Bay, WI. I have a wide range of home health care experiences as well. My passion is to help others with special needs. I strongly believe that everyone can become independent with the right...
3.0
"We hired Christie in Dec 2024 to help with our special needs adult 34 yr old daughter. She worked for us for 4 months. We released her from our employment due to not showing up for work with no notice to us. POSITIVES: Christie is very kind, caring, social and...

Beth K.

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Susana J.


Chapel Hill, NC

$25/hr • 12 yrs exp

I have lots of experience with kids any age. I'm happy to provide as many references as needed. I have taken care of kids with special needs for the last 5 years. I'm a very responsible and loving person.
Susana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

3.0
"Susana has not officially accepted my position, but responded back very quickly and seems to be so far a great person. I hope she accepts. I think it will be nice to have her as part of our family I am sure she will have 5 stars on all areas, but I do not know her...

Ruth E.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hillsborough, NC

Kelsey M.

5.0

Kelsey worked with our son for a period of time in early 2023 and was incredibly effective, resourceful, and gifted at connecting with and coaching our son. We would totally hire her again!

- Karl W.

Taylor M.

5.0

Taylor was amazing with my 3 year old. She did lots of activities with her, got her to nap (big win) and last but not least, got my very picky eater to try new foods. Wholeheartedly recommend her and will definitely be reaching out to her again for help on weekends.

- Care member

Winifred P.

5.0

We've had a great experience with Winifred! She helps us with daycare pick-ups and part-time nannying. We always have felt our daughter has been in good and safe care with Winifred. She's warm, reliable, knowledgeable, and very interactive. She is always helping our daughter with her developmental...

- Care member

Christie B.

3.0

We hired Christie in Dec 2024 to help with our special needs adult 34 yr old daughter. She worked for us for 4 months. We released her from our employment due to not showing up for work with no notice to us. POSITIVES: Christie is very kind, caring, social and attentive to our daughter's needs....

- Beth K.

Susana J.

5.0

Susie took care of my 7 year old boy, she's a great addition to any family. Fed him, homework help, Dr. appointments even to football training when I couldn't make it. She's very loving and very organized, I have to say she cooks delicious and my boy loves her.

- Carolina L.

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