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Rich E.


Asheville, NC

$50/hr5 yrs exp

Baby Whisperer

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My experience with kids has been caring for children in my family, my nieces and nephews. I lived with my sister while she had her babies and I loved caring for them. Ever since I've been a reliable baby sitter. My favorite age is babies and small children. I worked the last 8 years with adults with special needs. I'm looking to...
Rich can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Very attentive and conscientious employee. Went beyond what was expected of him. Very punctual. "

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Selin H.


Asheville, NC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

My name is Selin and I immigrated here from Austria in 2016. I am a reliable caregiver with an active and healthy lifestyle. My strengths lie in creativity, flexibility, adaptability and communication. I approach children in a calm, loving and respectful way, engage with them at their level, and value building long-term...
Selin can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Selin is a pro. I hired Selin last minute to help care for our 2-year old while I worked and my wife was out of town for a week. We never hired a caregiver before, and never left our daughter with anyone besides immediate family. Selin brought a sense of peace and...

Jason V.

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Vickie C.


Waynesville, NC

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Provider

My name is Vickie have personal experience with chronically ill children to hospice care. I am a mother to three older children and I would want the person taking care of my loved one as if they were my own. That is what I would do. It is a case by case basis and I would need to know what the expectations are plus we have to...
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Bryn M.


Weaverville, NC

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

My name is Bryn and I graduated from Cal Poly in 2020. I have several years of babysitting and nannying experience, with children mainly from 6 months to 3 years old. Most of my experience has been with 1-2-year-old toddlers as I worked part time for three years at a local Church's childcare programs and worked full time as a...
Bryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Bryn is doing a great job w our kids (6 days/wk!). The 2 yr old likes her calm demeanor and book reading skills; we're surprised how often the 2 yr old whispers things to Bryn in a secret voice. The 6 mo baby finds Bryn hilarious and laughs out loud at her funny...

Jenny L.

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Shannon E.


Arden, NC

$20-28/hr10 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, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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!"

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Katrina C.


Canton, NC

$15-50/hr6 yrs exp

Canton Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I live in Canton with my husband, our dogs, and our 3-month-old baby! I have cared for children of all ages including children with special needs. I have a minor in education and have worked in recreation since graduating from Clemson in 2014. I have been a stay-at-home mom since May 2024. Most recently I worked at...
Katrina can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Katrina has given our family such a piece of mind! She cares for our 10 month old and always makes her smile, I never have to worry when she’s with her. Katrina is very professional and I have been able to really rely on her when I need. She helps with all my...

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Rivers M.


Asheville, NC

$20/hr10 yrs exp

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

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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Rivers was available to help me out same day of request due to a last minute sitter cancellation. Which was wonderful! My daughter had such a good time, and is already continuing to ask when she can see Rivers again. Definitely recommend!"

Erin P.

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Tierney M.


Asheville, NC

$25-33/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny T

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Six years of experience in babysitting and nannying; that ranges from date nights, after school, over nights, to full time care. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs. as well. CNA and BLS certified.
Tierney can also help with: Travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Tierney was such a wonderful addition to our family. My daughters loved her. It is always a pleasure to have her around."

Kristen R.

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Katie L.


Asheville, NC

$23-25/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

While in college, I minored in Education and interned as a First Grade Teacher's assistant in Albany, NY. I have experience working in a medical model group home advocating for adult ladies with special needs (NY). In Asheville, I have nannied for the past 9 years. I have experience with twins and multiples. In June 2024, my...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katie has been a nanny-turned-babysitter for our family for the past 5.5 years since our son was three months old. She is reliable, punctual, resourceful, thoughtful, kind, flexible, and really, everything you could want in a caregiver. I trust Katie completely and...

Rachael C.

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Heather D.


Asheville, NC

$15-30/hr10 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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Heather D.


Asheville, NC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Keeping Children Safe, Healthy And Learning For 25 Years

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny, teacher, special needs therapist and behavior support specialist. I have a Doctorate Degree in Early Childhood Education and a Bachelors in Health and Nutrition. I am First Aid and CPR certified. I'm studying to get a Board Certification to work with children with autism. I've worked with several children on...
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"We LOVE Heather. She has a real talent for communicating with children, and she was great with our little boy who has Down syndrome. What a wonderful childcare provider!"

Stephanie H.

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Kayla P.


Asheville, NC

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have cared for children for 17 years of all ages. I have cared for special needs children as well with multiple health issues. I love working part-time caring for children as it is my passion. I work full time as a registered nurse in which I have 5 years experience as well. I am CPR certified and am well versed for a...
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Kayla watched my grandson (age 9), a few days a week, this summer and weekends, on several other occasions. She was always ready to engage in creative activities that were both fun and educational. Kayla is intelligent, kind, responsible and always punctual. She...

Liz R.

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Beth W.


Asheville, NC

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Beth. I currently working for a family that has 2 boys, 7 years old and 3 years old. I have been working with this family for 3 years. I love watching both develop into funny and curious boys. The 7-year-old, I picked up from school and helped him with his homework and played board games. The 3-year-old, I watched...
Beth can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Beth was our nanny for 3 years and she was incredibly loving to our children and very dependable. She mainly took care of our 3 month old up until he was 3 and a half and also our older child when he wasn't in school. Rarely would she call in sick or ask for time...

Tyler E.

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Kathryn D.


Weaverville, NC

$20-25/hr14 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I bring magic, creativity, and gentleness to childcare. I have been working as a nanny for the past year and looking for more consistent nanny work. My childcare experience includes teaching 2nd and 4th grade art classes, teaching karate classes to 4-6-year-olds, coaching a 5-6th grade volleyball team, working at the summer...
Kathryn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kat was not only on time she came early to make sure she wasn't late. Very sweet with our child she came with toys to play with him while we were away. Would recommend again. Thanks!"

Javier L.

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Robin Y.


Asheville, NC

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic, Fun, Caring, Creative Certified Educator For Child Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with children since I was a child. I knew at a very young age that I wanted to work with children. I finished 14 incredible years as a highly decorated elementary and middle grades teacher and district educator trainer. I am certified k-12 as well as special needs. In addition to my work teaching, mentoring,...
Robin can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Robin is a Godsend to our family. She was a wonderful teacher/tutor/caregiver to our 12 year old. We are grateful for her everyday."

Michelle G.

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Maria E.


Asheville, NC

$20-28/hr10 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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Julia L.


Asheville, NC

$20-25/hr6 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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Ellen M.


Asheville, NC

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver for Children and Young Adults With Special Needs/Differences

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have an M. Ed. degree in exceptional education: specific learning disabilities. I have cared for and worked with students/children with developmental disabilities, Asperger's, ADHD, with and without hyperactivities and students diagnosed with epilepsy, OCD and other behavioral disorders. I have also worked with the legally...
5.0
"Excellent knowledge on education and willingness to help kids succeed!"

Kristi T.

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Elizabeth W.


Asheville, NC

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my names Elizabeth but you can call me Liz. I've had babysitting experience for over 10 years, I also live with my boyfriend who has a 9 & an 11-year-old, they're my world! I've lived with them for over 4 years. We also have a 1-year-old son who I would need to bring with me, he would love a friend (or more)to play with! I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Elizabeth was great with the kids. The kids really loved having her around and were excited for her to come spend time with them. She spent a lot of time taking the kids outside and playing with them - very hands on."

Ryan R.

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Kristina Z.


Canton, NC

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny/Sitter

I am a current nursing student in my first year, and have roughly 3-4 years of experience with children. I have worked as a camp counselor back in 2014/15 with all ages from 5-13 years old, followed by working as a pediatric nursing assistant in home health care with ages 3 months and 8 months. I am CPR certified, and have...
Kristina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Leicester, NC

Rich E.

5.0

Very attentive and conscientious employee. Went beyond what was expected of him. Very punctual.

- Care member

Selin H.

5.0

Selin is wonderful!! She watched our 3 toddlers for two nights in a row while we went out in downtown Asheville. She has a calming presence that the kids gravitated towards. We will hire her again when visiting Asheville!

- Care member

Bryn M.

5.0

She has a very calm presence. My 5 and 6 year Olds were at ease with her immediately. She did a great job and I'd hire her again.

- Keri S.

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

Katrina C.

5.0

Katrina is the best!! She had great activities planned for my toddler and was very reliable. My child adored Katrina and was always excited for when she came over. Highly recommend!

- Care member

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