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Special needs caregivers in Isle of Palms, SC

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Eliza D.


Goose Creek, SC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I Have A Love For People

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

**Due to a severe dog bite, I do not contract jobs with clients who have indoor pets** I have great organizational skills, I'm very patient, consistent, and dependable. I love working with special needs children. I've worked with disabled children/adults for over 35 yrs. I'm a former High School Special Education Teacher. I...
Eliza can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We cannot say enough good things about Eliza. She is a consummate professional who is well educated and experienced in education, child care and child rearing. Eliza has a positive demeanor and an optimistic disposition about life. In the care of our boy and girl,...

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Diane H.


Hanahan, SC

$10-15/hr

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My husband was a brittle juvenile diabetic. He passed away in 2010 after suffering for the last 10 years of his life with this disease. He lived with diabetes for 51 years. My son is now a diabetic as well. He is 19 presently. I was a caretaker for 10 years with my husband after his two amputations. I feel I am very qualified to...
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Emily B.


Charleston, SC

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver With Tons Of Experience

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Emily! I have been babysitting/nannying for 15+ years. I'm currently a certified and licensed Physician Assistant, and am looking to use my free time and flexible work schedule to help local families with child care! I graduated from Clemson University in 2015 with honors, then graduated from Medical University of South...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Emily babysat for my 3 children and we all loved her! Kids were happy, house was clean, Emily was extremely polite and I felt very secure leaving her with my 3 children. I would love to have hired her as a nanny, but we need different hours. I will absolutely use...

Elizabeth F.

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Stephanie R.


Charleston, SC

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Stephanie and I'm a resident at MUSC. My childcare experience consists of date-night/one-time sitting for 3 years, and spending 1 full as a full-time nanny for a child with special needs. I have worked with kids of all ages, typically ranging from 2-10. I am comfortable with light housework, making meals, getting ready...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Stephanie was great looking after our 7 year old for the evening! We will definitely hire her again."

Evan S.

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Diane H.


Hanahan, SC

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in a child care setting during my college years. I have two children, one 18 and one 23. I am looking to work with children on a part/full time basis. I love to work with children, am also interested if needed to tutor children with homework. I also have experience with special needs children.
Diane can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Diane watched our sweet little girl for the last 4 months. (We moved out of the area so we had to move our daughter to a different daycare) She was FANTASTIC! Our daughter was ALWAYS happy when we picked her up and was always excited to go to "Honey's" house. Diane...

Amanda W.

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Joni A.


Charleston, SC

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available Part Time

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

MY RATES ARE $25-35/hr. I raised two children, who are now 30 and 32 and are off on their own. I was raised here in Charleston. My daughter is an elementary special needs teacher and I love visiting and spending time with her students. I have provided various services, including babysitting an infant daily, babysitting children...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Joni did a great job caring for my 5 month old! It was the first time I had left her with someone who was not a family member, and Joni was patient and kind with my very anxious baby who wailed every time I left. My baby was even asleep and calm most of the times I...

Kitty C.

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Brittani B.


Folly Beach, SC

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Brittani, I am 31 years old and have a degree in Psychology as well as my CPR/First Aid certification. I have been looking after children for over 15 years. I have experience with all ages from newborns and up! I also have extensive experience working with children (and adults) with special needs, Autism and PDD in...
Brittani can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Brittani has been babysitting two year old twice a week for nine months. She is always on time, and my daughter loves her. She always provides a great review of the day when I get home from work. Brittani is very active with my daughter--going on walks to the park,...

Staci B.

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Lauren L.


Hanahan, SC

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Lauren. I live in Summerville SC and I would have to say I am very good with children. I have babysat all ages. All different kinds of people and I volunteered everyday working with special needs at my former High School and Elementary school. I am a very honest and loving person. I am equal to everyone and...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Jordan S.


Charleston, SC

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny

I started working with children in a professional setting in 2012 while volunteering at a pre-school twice a week for 6 months. Later on, I trained as a C. I. T. with Newtown Parks and Recreation to then become a camp counselor for the summers of 2019 and 2020. I worked 5 times a week, mainly with a group of 7 to 10-year-old...
Jordan can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"A very caring, patient and fun to be with babysitter, my daughter loved every second she spent with her, specially while making brownies"

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a kind and caring person. I have experience with special needs from working at a children's home. We had children from all walks of life with all manner of issues. My daughter is a special needs teacher in North Carolina and I often visit with her and her class. I simply love caring for others.
5.0
"Joni is a loving caretaker to my daughter. She is professional, punctual and trustworthy. I highly recommend Joni!!!"

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Antionette J.


Goose Creek, SC

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

Amazing Nanny Just For Your Family!!!!!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hey , I'm Antionette , I'm an Licensed Early Childhood Educator, I have six years of early childhood education extensive training. I am very passionate in the work I do, I'm dedicated to each of my child's development. I am certified to work with children with special needs ( behavioral, and cognitive challeges). I enjoy...
Antionette can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Antionette communicates clearly, and has been very flexible to work with. Our 10 month old has been very happy in her care, and she makes sure to incorporate education in their play time each day! "

Deborah C.

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Stephanie Q.


Charleston, SC

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 15 years of diverse childcare experience. This includes all ages, multiples, physical, emotional, and mental disabilities, medical issues, hectic schedules, overnight care, and everything in between. I've worked with many unique family situations, schedules, and job requirements. I love working with the special needs...
5.0
"She is patient and customizes the lessons according to the kids learning ability. She takes different approaches and applies different techniques to teach the kids. Willing to work with parent and school of the kid to make it happen for the child. "

Nandini N.

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Grace C.


Charleston, SC

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently work as an Early Interventionist for BabyNet/DDSN, serving Charleston county homes, schools, and daycare centers. I am seeking additional opportunities on evenings and weekends. I also teach swimming, voice, and music lessons. I have been in Charleston for almost 5 years and have been taking care of kids of varying...
5.0
"Grace has been a true blessing. She is reliable and always going above and beyond. She understands everyone has unique abilities and is very empathetic, patient, kindhearted and also fun to spend time with. Grace communicates well and frequently asks what else she...

Sandy B.

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Sara W.


Hanahan, SC

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Sara, a 23-year-old female Child Care Aide at The NYS School for the Blind. I have 13 yrs of babysitting experience & 4 yrs working with special needs kiddos between ages 2 mos - 21 yrs. I prioritize keeping children safe and happy while their parents are away all while having fun and expanding their creativity /...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Sara is amazing, she's very punctual and very present with my kids when she babysits. She takes the time to listen to them and teach them new things. I'm so thankful we found her as our babysitter. I would highly recommend her to any family looking for a babysitter...

Amy D.

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Marisa D.


Charleston, SC

$14-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping. Would like to join a family for long term care. Schedule is flexible. Have experience in: special needs, psych, dementia, acute and geriatric care.
Marisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Trey C.


North Charleston, SC

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Therapist

Hi, I'm Trey! I'd describe my personality as kind, patient, and supportive. I currently work as a Registered Behavior Technician working with kids with autism and other special needs. I also have experience as a camp counselor, so I am comfortable with kids of all ages and abilities. I am especially passionate about working with...
Trey can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

I have extensive experience working with individuals with disabilities/special needs. I've been a primary caregiver for my sister with down syndrome over the past five years and worked as a caregiver for adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities for two years. I also specialize in implementing behavior...
Asaiah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Angel O.


Charleston, SC

$14-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hi!! I am a family oriented girl who loves children. I am RBT certified and have worked with kids for quite a while now. I have also worked with kids with special needs.
Angel can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Marissa I.


Goose Creek, SC

$16-50/hr10 yrs exp

I am the third oldest of 10 children and have been babysitting for siblings and cousins since I was 12. I worked with special needs children in an elementary school as well as in a daycare.
Marissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Sara W.


Hanahan, SC

$16-20/hr2 yrs exp

Full Time Special Needs Care Giver

I have been a Child Care Aide over at the New York State School for the Blind for nearly 2 years. I absolutely love my job and the joy these faces bring into my life daily. Verbal, non verbal, these kids always find a way to melt your heart and bring a smile to your face. I know the importance of putting my entire focus onto the...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Isle of Palms, SC

Eliza D.

5.0

Eliza is the most amazing woman! My two boys absolutely love her for the last 6 months that we needed child care until they started school. Super professional and loving. We are super lucky to have found her since she was the first person to watch our boys other than our family.

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Emily B.

5.0

Emily babysat for my 3 children and we all loved her! Kids were happy, house was clean, Emily was extremely polite and I felt very secure leaving her with my 3 children. I would love to have hired her as a nanny, but we need different hours. I will absolutely use her again!

- Elizabeth F.

Stephanie R.

5.0

Stephanie was an amazing babysitter for us last fall for a family wedding. We used her for multiple nights. She was extremely flexible and accommodated all of our requests. Will be calling her again next time we are in Charleston.

- Jorge P.

Diane H.

5.0

Diane and her husband Bill are wonderful people. They helped me out when I had no one. I would definitely use them again.

- Abria Angel P.

Joni A.

5.0

Joni was fantastic with my 6 month old and 10 year old nephew. We were traveling to the area for a wedding and she watched both children. There were no issues and we were able to enjoy our time - she even sent a really lovely follow up text the next day. Thank you so much for a great experience...

- Chelsea R.

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