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Hi! I am a vaccinated dependable, enthusiastic, and resourceful person currently in between full-time work and enrolling in a Masters program. I am looking to supplement my income by leaning on my gifts of caretaking. I have 10+ years of experience in caring for people and animals of all shapes and personalities. On the human...
5.0
(5)
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rich is a highly-skilled, knowledgeable person who has great compassion for those he cares for. I'm never worried about her well-being when I entrust my baby daughter's care to him. Very loving, patient, and strong, Rich is absolutely a person you can put your...
Teresa L.
Selin H.
Asheville, NC
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(23)
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
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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! "
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5.0
(6)
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Bryn was a great caregiver for my little grandsons and was quick to communicate. "
Care member
Shannon E.
Arden, NC
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Previous Teacher & School Counselor, Mom Of 2 Young Adults, Educated, Patient, Compassionate
5.0
(2)
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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Shannon worked with our family for about 6 months caring for my 2 year old. Shannon was engaged, punctual, and always came up with fun things to do with my son. She was great at redirecting him and engaging him when I left for work, and generally transitions to...
Care member
5.0
(3)
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...
5.0
(5)
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: Meal prep, travel
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Tierney has babysat for me on occasional date nights for the past few years. She is always dependable and punctual. I would highly recommend her to any mamas out there!"
Melissa G.
Rivers M.
Asheville, NC
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nurturing Homeschooling Mama With Experience With Special Needs And A Love Of Pets!
5.0
(5)
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Rivers is such a loving and caring person. She treated our son like he was her own. The love and care she showed when she watched our son was truly special."
Care member
5.0
(2)
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.
5.0
(2)
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Heather was so great with my kids! My son loved that she interacted and played hide and seek with them! Definitely look forward to having Heather again!"
Jessica C.
5.0
(6)
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 was great help while I was watching my sisters two kids (7 month old twins). She helped me on a night where I needed to prepare food for them and she was able to watch them as well as help with the food prep and even took the dog out! Very kind and caring,...
Chris S.
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
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.
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
Robin Y.
Asheville, NC
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic, Fun, Caring, Creative Certified Educator For Child Care
4.9
(11)
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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.
Maria E.
Asheville, NC
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
Julia L.
Asheville, NC
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Part-time Special Needs Caregiver (Professionally Certified FL Teacher)
5.0
(1)
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...
Ellen M.
Asheville, NC
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Caregiver for Children and Young Adults With Special Needs/Differences
5.0
(1)
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.
Elizabeth W.
Asheville, NC
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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 have a 4-year-old son who is on the spectrum and may have to tag along at times, he would love a friend (or more)to play with! I gentle parent and am very into self-directed activity, hands-on learning, and collaborative...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
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
I have helped many of my family members through years of care. From errands, house keeping, organizing, adminersting medicine and over all week being of seniors or those with special needs or attention. I'm empathetic but honest. I love to talk or just stay busy with cleaning cooking organizing etc. Lived pets and have a safe...
Nicole can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
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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.
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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
Bryn was a great caregiver for my little grandsons and was quick to communicate.
- Care member
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
Tierney M.
5.0
Tierney has babysat for me on occasional date nights for the past few years. She is always dependable and punctual. I would highly recommend her to any mamas out there!
- Melissa G.
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