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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Leland, NC

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Leland, NC

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Carolyn C.


Leland, NC

$15-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile. In the 10 years since I graduated college, I have devoted my time to nannying and educating children. The families I work for are a wonderful and important part of my life. My experience includes caring for multiples, nannying for up to 2 weeks while parents travel, and working with...
Carolyn can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Hello i have employed Ms. Carolyn for a few nights so far and my kids cant stop raving about her. My kid always be asking "when is Ms. Carolyn coming?" There fore I'll always hire her. She is such a blessing to have in our lives. I've only used her for about 4...

Alex C.

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Caroline C.


Leland, NC

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Reliable And Fun College Student Home For The Semester

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! I am moving to Wilmington NC in August and am looking for a nanny job in or around Wilmington I can do around my course schedule. I specialize in working with children who have special needs, disabilities, and individualized medical care. Available to start the beginning of September and can help weekends, for...
Caroline can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Caroline was extremely professional and kind to my children. She was very communicative throughout the booking process and most importantly my kids had a great time! "

Care member

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Francine L.


Leland, NC

$25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Just A Little About Myself

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 79-year-young college graduate. I am retired after a 30 year career in NYC public housing. As part of the housing staff, some of my responsibilities included working with special needs seniors and persons with disabilities. I enjoyed this work over the years as I am a naturally warm and compassionate person. Two of my...
Francine can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"It is a pleasure working with Francine. She is patient and supportive while keeping practical approach to seeing to it that my mom's needs are met. She is 100% reliable and performs her duties with the utmost integrity. Fran is diligent in looking out for my mom's...

Mark K.

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Lennox B.


Leland, NC

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Speech-Language Pathology Student

Hi! My name is Lennox, I have a degree in speech language pathology and I am starting my masters in speech language pathology in August 2023. I have had experience working with Autistic children and I believe that it is so important to be neurodiversity affirming when working with autistic children. I am familiar with using AAC...
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Carolyn S.


Leland, NC

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experience Respite Worker

I have 8 years experience working with a non-verbal boy with Autism. Taking him on daily trips and also overnights for the parents and making sure he met his goals. I also have a high functioning grown daughter with special needs. I have worked the past 18 years as a Teacher Assistant in a classroom with special needs and...
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Miriam H.


Leland, NC

$14-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Not Your Average Mimi

I have experience working for the ARC of North Carolina in Wilmington. Through their program I assisted in caring for a variety of special needs individuals.
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Dustin M.


Leland, NC

$19-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

I've worked with individuals with Developmental Disabilities for the last 14 years. 3 of those years I worked as an RBT doing ABA therapy with kids with autism, specializing in kids with severe behavioral problems. My wife and I moved down to North Carolina about 2 years where I've spent my time working in the exceptional...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Maggie G.


Leland, NC

$14-19/hr • 5 yrs exp

One Mama To Another!

Hello! I am a hardworking mom, military wife, and educator looking to help care for your little ones! I am CPR certified, first aid trained, have experience with working with children with special needs, and lifeguard training as well! I am also an educator, and currently pursuing a degree in Special Education.
Maggie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Miriam H.


Leland, NC

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Not Your Average Mimi

I'd describe my personality as silly/bubbly, focused and kind. I started working with kids when I was in college, then I nannied for a family for over five years. I have experience in care for kids with special needs and disabilities. Currently, I'm working at a daycare in Wilmington but I miss having a family I can really bond...
Miriam can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Carolyn S.


Leland, NC

$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Recently cared for my 80:year old mom with dementia for the past 10 years upon the death of my father. Provided assistance with her meds, cooking and bathing. Also took her to all doctor appointments and monitored her blood pressure. Also cared for adult special needs women for the past 5 years. I have excellent references upon...
Carolyn can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

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Ciara H.


Wilmington, NC

$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-time Summer Caregiver/companion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Ciara and I am finishing up my sophomore year at Purdue University where I am pursuing a degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. I am very experienced with caring for children with special needs and extremely comfortable with it. For the past 4 years I have been caring for a young boy with Autism (12...
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Samantha P.


Wilmington, NC

$11-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a very energetic and responsible person and have a deep passion for caring for other people. I am a freshman nursing major and hope to one day get my masters in severe and profound disability. In the summers I am a counselor for children with special needs and absolutely love it. My experience there has given me a high...
5.0
"Samantha is an amazing person and caregiver. She is energetic cheerful and dedicated to her work. She always went above what was asked of her and had a phenomenal rapport with my special needs daughter. I highly recommend her for any endeavor she seeks"

Laura W.

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Ellery T.


Wilmington, NC

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/Babysitter/Tutor For Children And Adults

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 20 years of experience working with children and adults with different types of abilities. I worked at the Arc of NC for over 10 years and also at an elementary school in their Autism Spectrum program. I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology and am familiar with many resources in the area. I am currently looking for...
5.0
"Ellery worked my my daughter with special needs for many years. She is amazing!! She is very upbeat and bubbly and knows how to use positive reinforcement to motivate people with special needs. She goes above and beyond what is required of her. She helped design a...

Laura W.

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Cody S.


Wilmington, NC

$15-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Learning Through Fun

I have worked with children for over 10 years. I love finding new ways to have fun and teach children through play. I also have a child myself. I have cared for children 0-16 years of age. I have worked with children with special needs and typically children.
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Isabel F.


Wilmington, NC

$16/hr • 5 yrs exp

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I have dedicated the past five years to fostering children's growth and development. My passion for caring for children stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my desire to make a positive impact on their lives. Patient and calm, I pride myself on...
Isabel can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Erin K M.


Wilmington, NC

$14-19/hr • 7 yrs exp

My name is Erin. I am just finishing up my 21rst year as a Teacher Assistant for the state of North Carolina. I have had 7 years of experience working with Autistic children and young adults. I have 17 years of experience working in Daycare. I've two Associate Degrees. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I have a NC Credentials. I...
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Sydney Blaire B.


Wilmington, NC

$21/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny CPR And First Aid Certified

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Welcome, I go by Blaire and have a passion for being caring. I have experience caring for children in a childcare facility as well as nannying. I have experience with special needs children and ASD. I have previously been certified nurse aide and EMT. I am currently BLS certified with American Heart Association. I am comfortable...
Sydney Blaire can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Sandra H.


Wilmington, NC

$14-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

I recently adopted a special needs high functioning. 14 yr old. Have worked with my grandchildren both boys and have special needs. I am CPR Certified and am a retired EMT.
Sandra can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Ray S.


Wilmington, NC

$15/hr • 1 yrs exp

I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, which led me to become a childcare provider. I have one year of experience caring for children, and I am comfortable caring for up to three children at a time. As a creative and imaginative person, I enjoy playing outdoor sports and physical games, board games,...
Ray can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Leland, NC

Carolyn C.

5.0

Carolyn is wonderful! She took care of our newborn with ease and kindness! She entertained him and was attentive to his needs. As a first time mom, I trusted her immediately because of her punctuality, professionalism and experience. I was very comfortable having her in my home to take care of our...

- Chelsea T.

Caroline C.

5.0

Caroline was extremely professional and kind to my children. She was very communicative throughout the booking process and most importantly my kids had a great time!

- Care member

Francine L.

5.0

It is a pleasure working with Francine. She is patient and supportive while keeping practical approach to seeing to it that my mom's needs are met. She is 100% reliable and performs her duties with the utmost integrity. Fran is diligent in looking out for my mom's interests and handles conflicts...

- Mark K.

Samantha P.

5.0

Samantha is an amazing person and caregiver. She is energetic cheerful and dedicated to her work. She always went above what was asked of her and had a phenomenal rapport with my special needs daughter. I highly recommend her for any endeavor she seeks

- Laura W.

Ellery T.

5.0

Ellery worked my my daughter with special needs for many years. She is amazing!! She is very upbeat and bubbly and knows how to use positive reinforcement to motivate people with special needs. She goes above and beyond what is required of her. She helped design a seizure proof room for my daughter...

- Laura W.

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Ratings for Leland, NC special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Leland, NC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.