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I've worked with special needs children for over 20 years. I've had an child until she was 21 years old.
Cheryl can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi! I have been working in the disability services field for over 8. 5 years proving Case Management, Residential, and Employment Services. I have worked with all ages of individuals with disabilities. I am looking forward to helping you get some respite or just have a sitter for when you need it!
Cheryl R.
Columbia, SC
$13-18/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm a direct support professional. I assisted with their bathing, eating, behavioral habits and daily activities.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tess was our first babysitter since having our first kiddo. She was exceptional and we recommend her with absolute confidence. She was communicative and took the lead during our interview to assuage our concerns given she was our first babysitter. If you have the...
Christopher H.
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
Jessi C.
Lexington, SC
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I graduated with my bachelors in exercise science from UofSC last May, and I am currently attending Occupational Therapy school in hopes of becoming a pediatric OT!
I'd describe my personality as caring, responsible, and attentive.
As long as I can remember, I have always wanted to work with kids. I started going to my mom's...
Jessi can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jessi has been around my 4 yo boy and almost 1 yo daughter and is always so sweet with them! She is so patient with them and also loves to help them learn new things! They get so excited to see miss "Essi" !"
Care member
Jill Y.
West Columbia, SC
$14-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have special needs experience primarily with younger children and some adult. I have cared for children with ADD/ADHD, down syndrome, developmental delays, and heart conditions. Along with this, I have been a type 1 diabetic since I was 7.
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: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & 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
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
My name is Abigail and I have babysat in my free time from school for the past 8 years and have been a caregiver from the ages of newborn to senior care, so I have about done it all! I have lots of experience with special needs children as well, as I have actively volunteered with a child hippotherapy program. I also...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"absolutely fantastic babysitter/nanny. on time, pleasant attitude. will definitely be hiring her again."
Johnpaul R.
Jill Y.
West Columbia, SC
$16-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I have been caregiving for 12+ years and I also have a 5-year-old daughter of my own (with one on the way)! I love animals (we have 4 dogs).
I have cared for many families' children since my early teens. I have experience with infants, toddlers, school-aged, and special needs teens/adults. I am a type 1 diabetic and I am first...
Jill can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Great with my kids, I came home to a CLEAN house and happy healthy kids! What more could I ask for????"
Maggie P.
5.0
(134)
Hired by 56 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
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Overall great experience hiring Mrs. Lotoya. My daughter did not want to leave. Her experience was the absolute best. Additionally, Mrs. Lotoya sent us pictures and ensured we spoke to our baby girl. My daughter is still talk about the wonderful time she had. Thank...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a clinical social worker with specializations in human development and child welfare who just moved to Cola, SC from Denver, CO. I have extensive history with babysitting, working at daycares and summer camps, a pediatric mental health inpatient unit, and volunteering with children. My primary work as a social worker...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Rebecca was our boys nanny over the summer and did a great job. She attended their events, even when she was off. I would highly recommend her."
Christina H.
Lauren S.
Columbia, SC
$18-20/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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, 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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Kristina, and I'm a senior at UOFSC studying Journalism. I have been previously employed as an afterschool teacher at Empire Gymnastics in Lexington, a summer camp counselor, as well as a child care worker at the YMCA. I have experience in caring for children with special needs. I am a non-smoker. I have my...
Kristina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kristina has a big heart and an immense love for children! She babysat my 2 little sisters and did a great job. One has ADHD and she handled it perfectly. She also works with kids with autism. She's very professional and polite"
Mathew H.
Hello my name is navasia I am well experienced with children special needs I love all children
Navasia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi there! Thanks for viewing. My name is Amber and I adore being around children and believe I make a great nanny because I like to read, play, and keep children occupied and learning!
For the past 10 years I've been in healthcare (mental health, nursing, geriatrics) but I am stepping away from healthcare. In the past, I was a...
Amber can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Madison M.
Lexington, SC
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Maddie and I am 23 years old and have a heart for kids and dogs! I have been working at my church's Afterschool program and summer camp for the last 3 years and have babysat for multiple families on the side as well. I have also provided respite care for families with special needs kids. I have had a pet sitting...
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, bubbly, and adaptive. I like working with kids because there's something different, special, and interesting about all of them and it's such a joy to work with. I'm looking for a job where I can be a safe space for the kids. I started working with kids when I was 8 years old, helping raise my...
Naiya can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Irmo, 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.
Jessi C.
5.0
Jessi has been around my 4 yo boy and almost 1 yo daughter and is always so sweet with them! She is so patient with them and also loves to help them learn new things! They get so excited to see miss "Essi" !
- Care member
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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