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Emma F.


Isle of Palms, SC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny Looking For Work

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Emma I am a 23-year-old Charleston local and a professional nanny for about 10 years now. I am certified in respite care for children with special needs as well as CPR and first aid certified. Taking care of kids has been such a passion of mine, getting to watch them grow up and step into their personalities has...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jackie C.


Mount Pleasant, SC

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Looking For A PaFull Or rt Time Job

5.0

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Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified early childhood with special needs teacher with almost 20 years experience working with children. I have babysitting experience as well as daycare experience. I have worked with children ages newborn all the way up to middle school age. I am a very active and involved person and I always consider the children...
Jackie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Jackie is really great! My children love her. She is dependable and punctual and sincerely cares about the kids having a happy and safe time while she is babysitting. I would highly recommend her to any family."

Audra B.

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Karsyn N.


Mount Pleasant, SC

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional And Knowledgable Nanny

MOVING BACK TO CHS IN MARCH! I am moving back to Mt Pleasant/Downtown area. I currently live in Rosemary Beach, FL. I have 10 years of experience. I graduated from The University of Alabama with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I have worked for program, as a Teaching Assistant at a special needs preschool, and...
Karsyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Karsyn was great with our kids (who as still asking for her) and lovely to be around. She helped us out over our two week vacation at the beach with toddlers as well as our newborn. "

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Wendy S.


Mount Pleasant, SC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a fun loving mature British nanny with many years of experience in taking care of children, newborn to preteen, multiples and special needs. Looking for full time Monday-Friday. My ideal job would be starting out with a new baby and growing family as my past five Nanny jobs have lasted at least six years. I enjoy growing...
Wendy can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Wendy is great we've had her stay with our children many times. We have 2 Boys both very active. She always shows up 10 minutes early and is ready to work. She has been a Nanny her whole life. So we felt completely comfortable from the moment we met her. Can't say...

Carol R.

Hey my name is Alaya B and I have been working in healthcare for 4 years plus and I have worked with people who has had dementia special needs and etc
Alaya can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning
I have experience working with kids with special needs. Part of my degree is learning how to do that. I want to work with special needs children when I graduate.
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Kyra H.


Mount Pleasant, SC

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny With Special Needs Experience Looking For Full-Time Opportunity

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kyra, and I am a graduating senior from Penn State University. I will graduate in early May with a degree in Psychology as well as a Minor in Deafness and Hearing Studies. For the last four years, I have focused my education on child development in order to fully understand the field that I love so much. Because...
Kyra can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Olivia B.


Mount Pleasant, SC

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Child Guide/Babysitter

I started working with kids when I was in middle school, so quite a while ago, but I currently work full time at a school. In my spare time, I like to crochet and go hang out at the beach! One thing you should know about me is I have been a caregiver for senior citizens as well as kids and adults with severe special needs. My...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kim H.


Mount Pleasant, SC

$32-35/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Educator

Hello, my name is Kim and I am a compassionate and dedicated educator with a passion for supporting individuals with special needs. Over the past year, I have been working as a substitute teacher, primarily focusing on adults with special needs, assisting them in developing essential life skills and successfully transitioning...

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a seasoned childcare provider with a decade of experience caring for children of all ages. I currently work as an Early Intervention Specialist focusing on assisting children hit their developmental milestones. I have a passion for fostering children's growth and development, coupled with my positive experience in previous...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Hayley K.


Mount Pleasant, SC

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter/ Nanny

I am a recent graduate from Winthrop University, where I majored in Human Developmental and Family Studies. I am looking to fill my time working with children! I have multiple years of experience, varying from after school daycares to one on one nannying, with experience working with children ages birth to teen. I am CPR...
Hayley can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I'd describe my personality as quiet talented patient passionate I started caring for people with special needs when In my spare time, I like to be a mother One thing you should know about me is everything I do I do will love and patience
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Kim H.


Mount Pleasant, SC

$32-35/hr10 yrs exp

Educator Turned Empty Nester Available For All Your Childcare Needs

Hello, my name is Kim, and I am thrilled to share a bit about myself as I search for a position as a caretaker for those with special needs. With a deep passion for supporting and empowering individuals facing unique challenges, I am dedicated to making a positive impact in their lives. Over the years, I have worked closely...
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Karina I.


Mount Pleasant, SC

$30-40/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

Over 6 years experience with special needs kids. I help and teach them how to go through their basics such as: batch, shower, brush teeth, get dressed, discipline, limits and love.
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Meg M.


Mount Pleasant, SC

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hi, I Am Meg!

Hi I am Meg! I am a freshman studying at the College of Charleston, with my major being Early Childhood Education. I live with my family in Mount Pleasant. My childhood was filled with family and outdoor fun like surfing, lifesaving and hiking with my younger sister and cousins. In high school I participated in cross country and...
Meg can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Diane V.


Mount Pleasant, SC

$23-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced With Children! CPR Certified

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 20 years of experience with children. I raised 4 girls and one a special needs child, all were within 7 years of each other. They are grown now and live in different cities. I love being around children! CPR certified
Diane can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

I have experience with Special Needs Children and adults for about 7 plus years. I have worked as an after school babysitter for a 7-year-old with ADHD and lowered IQ. I have experience working at a Program for students with special needs and lowered IQ, when I started I started off as a mentor with minimal hours by the end I...

Kristine D.


Mount Pleasant, SC

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring For Others Is My Passion

Hello! I am a positive, energetic wife and mom to 4 adult children. I worked as a pediatric physical therapist for 20+ years before moving to SC. I have experience working with children of all ages and with various diagnosis. I've spent the last few years, taking care of my parents. I'm organized, dependable and truly enjoy...
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Kellie O.


Charleston, SC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an Exceptional Education teacher with 22 years of experience with students with varying exceptionalities including Autism spectrum, Down Syndrome, Specific Learning Disabilities, Intellectual/Cognitive Disabilities, seizure disorders, and other various genetic disorders. I have worked with individuals with disabilities . I...
5.0
"We had Kellie hang out with our adult son with autism and he immediately loved her and so did we! I cannot wait to hire Kellie again. I get the feeling there is nothing she cannot handle and will do so with a smile!"

Marilynn M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Isle of Palms, SC

Jackie C.

5.0

Jackie was lovely and so helpful. She watched our boys one night while we visited Charleston. They had a great time and Jackie was communicative and responsible. Thanks Jackie!

- Kris B.

Karsyn N.

5.0

Karsyn was great with our kids (who as still asking for her) and lovely to be around. She helped us out over our two week vacation at the beach with toddlers as well as our newborn.

- Care member

Wendy S.

5.0

Wendy is an incredible nanny. She is extremely dedicated to her charges and provides a very well-rounded and engaging education to them. She was instrumental in our children's early development, including potty training, and sleeping through the night. She encourages reading and tidiness. She takes...

- Kelly D.

Kellie O.

5.0

We had Kellie hang out with our adult son with autism and he immediately loved her and so did we! I cannot wait to hire Kellie again. I get the feeling there is nothing she cannot handle and will do so with a smile!

- Marilynn M.

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