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Find special needs caregivers in Leland, NC that you’ll love

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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Samantha B.


Wilmington, NC

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny With Newborns - 18 Years, And Special Needs

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Hi there, With 15 years of babysitting experience, including families met through Care. com, I offer extensive childcare expertise. My journey began in college, where I cared for children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. In 2014, I was an Au Pair in the Middle East, teaching English to three Russian children, including...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Juliette S.


Wilmington, NC

$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
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Kassandra W.


Wilmington, NC

$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kind Nanny

I have been a live in full-time nanny and a part-time nanny from one kid to several children at one time including a family with four little ones. I have been a nanny for a child with special needs. I have references I can get to you when needed. I love working with kids and can be fun and can also help the parents if they need...
Kassandra can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Cody S.


Wilmington, NC

$15-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

I have a special needs child and know how hard it can be to leave your child in the care of someone else. I hope I can be that person that you can trust with your child. I also have worked in the special needs field for the last 10 years.
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Helena P.


Wilmington, NC

$26-32/hr • 5 yrs exp

Helena

Hello! Thank you so much for considering me to take care of your littles and welcoming me in your home. I've had many years of experience with babies, toddlers, and special needs children. I can help with cooking/meal preparation, carpooling, and light cleaning. I look forward to meeting you and your family!
Helena can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kassandra W.


Wilmington, NC

$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experienced And Loving

I have experience working with adults and kids with special needs I have worked with groups with intellectual disabilities as well. I am a very kind and loving person with patience and physical strength to help those in need of being carried or moved.
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Khaley S.


Wilmington, NC

$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

I am a 21-year-old who loves working with kids. I have worked with kids in so many different ways such as in schools, babysitting at homes, and working at a recreational center for multiple summers. I also have experience working with children who have special needs. I hold many skills and am more than willing to help families...
Khaley can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Sandra H.


Wilmington, NC

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Home Health Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with special needs children for about 25 years. Both my grandkids have special needs one is on A
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Kristine T.


Wilmington, NC

$17-19/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring For Disabled Children And Teens

I am a registered nurse and worked in psych hospitals for children and teens for at least 10 years. I also fostered high risk teens and adopted two children with Asperger's. I absolutely love working with teenagers and younger children. I especially good with any kind of behavior problems. I am not looking to work as a...
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Mary A.


Wilmington, NC

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Full-Time/Overnight Personal Care Attendant Meal Companionship, Housekeeping.

4.5

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with the elderly for over 25 years. My mother was a nurse. I have a heart with lots of love for babies/children with special needs and disabilities and the elderly. I love to care for everyone. I enjoy brightening up their day by me taking care of them and talking to them, even singing along with them or to...
Mary can also help with: Dementia, respite care, home modification, visiting nurse, personal care, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Mary is a very self motivated individual, who has a big heart, very dependable and always helping others "

Peter R.

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Kyler S.


Wilmington, NC

$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone, I have experience working with all ages. I have had a wide range of experiences working for families with six kids to families with one. I also have experience working with children with autism and other special needs. Last year, I completed my Masters in Teaching and am also able to assist with homework or other...
Kyler can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kyler was great! She was on time and my girls had a blast playing games with her. Will definitely hire her again😊"

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Kaye W.


Wilmington, NC

$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Helping Hand For Those Who Want To Stay At Home

I have over 20 years of medical experience. My focus over the past 3 years has been clients with disabilities, senior care, and hospice. Many of my clients have been diagnosed with dementia, Parkinson's, cancer or are stroke survivors. Additionally, I have experience working with special needs children ages 3-12. Many of my...
Kaye can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Kaye has been an excellent addition to my dad's careteam. She is very engaging and skillful. Dad enjoys talking with her which I appreciate since he typically spends a lot of his day tuned out. Kaye is hardworking and reliable. She is a team player and works...

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Keelyn C.


Supply, NC

$15-23/hr • 2 yrs exp

Smile Creator

Hi! My name is Keelyn! Im 23 years old and I just got engaged to my wonderful fiancé in November, let me tell you and little about my experience with children! I graduated high school in 2019, I became a cna about 6 months later, I then worked at a special needs group home for about a year then moved into a nursing home for...
Keelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I have seen Keelyn interact with children and seniors for years! She is very passionate about what she does and will go above and beyond to take care of your child or family member. She is always on time, is passionate about her job and it is evident when you see...

Haley M.

I studied biology in high school, I became a cna about 6 months later, I then worked at a special needs group home for about a year then moved into a nursing home for about 6 months then I found my love for home health! I have been working as a home health nurse for about 7 months now and love every second of it! I first found...
Keelyn can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"I have seen Keelyn interact with children and seniors for years! She is very passionate about what she does and will go above and beyond to take care of your child or family member. She is always on time, is passionate about her job and it is evident when you see...

Haley M.

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Nina H.


Wilmington, NC

$25-29/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving Experienced Mom

I am the mother of 4 girls (ages 19, 25, 26, and 27. After college, I worked in a unique group home for special needs children. My experience working with mentally and physically disabled children provided me with extensive knowledge of the physical, cognitive, and psycho-social health of children. My roles included staffing,...
Nina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"To Whom it may concern, It is my great pleasure to recommend Nina H to you and do so with much enthusiasm. I met Nina in 2012. When my first child was young, I did not have any need for a sitter and was fairly nervous to have a stranger take care of my young...

Michelle V.

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Elizabeth B.


Wilmington, NC

$16-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Elizabeth, and I have experience working with children from ages 0-12. I love it! We are new to the Wilmington area, because my husband got a job here. For the last three years, I have worked with children in preschool and elementary school with special needs, and I have a passion for that.
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Elizabeth was so patient with our son, and he loved her. She was our babysitter for a few weeks this summer and kept my little one busy. Very punctual, reliable, and a sweet person. Would highly recommend."

Christy D.

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Katelyn D.


Wilmington, NC

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
5.0
"She is an extremely compassionate and dedicated teacher of students with significant disabilities who goes well above and beyond what is expected of her."

Bailey G.

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Jennifer U.


Wilmington, NC

$10-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Specializing In Premature Multiple Birth Infant Care.

I have 18 years of experience working with multiples from twins to quads. I enjoy teaching parents how to manage more than one infant at a time while getting those premature infants up to a healthy birth weight and on an eating and sleeping schedule. I have been an infant nurse to well over 200 babies. I am CPR and AED...
5.0
"I have been Jen's supervisor for the last year. She has been well liked by not only the clients she works for but by all staff she works with. She truly is a team player and hard-working individual who is willing to go above and beyond her job duties and...

Teri L.

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Sheena S.


Wilmington, NC

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with people from the age of 10 to 80 with developmental disabilities for over 10 years. I currently work as an instructor for adult with disabilities. I have a Bachelors Degree in Human Services/ Management and a Masters Degree in Public Policy/Public Administration. I have worked at a State Training Center with...
5.0
"Sheena is an outstanding care giver. She worked very well with my daughter. She held high expectations for her and was very caring. I highly recommend her for any caregiving or other position. She has a lot of integrity."

Laura W.

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Candace M.


Wilmington, NC

$24-28/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hello! I am seeking part time employment in senior care (memory care or companionship), special needs care, disabled care, or nannying (with some flexibility). I have several years of experience in each of these fields, as well as mental health and detox in patient care. I deeply care about the quality of care individuals care...
Candace can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Leland, NC

Mary A.

3.0

Mary was not a reliable caretaker.

- Faith D.

Kyler S.

5.0

Kyler was great! She was on time and my girls had a blast playing games with her. Will definitely hire her again😊

- Care member

Kaye W.

5.0

Kaye has been an excellent addition to my dad's careteam. She is very engaging and skillful. Dad enjoys talking with her which I appreciate since he typically spends a lot of his day tuned out. Kaye is hardworking and reliable. She is a team player and works very well with me and the other...

- Care member

Keelyn C.

5.0

Keelyn is a sweet girl. Always hard working and dependable. She is willing to do more than is expected. She loves taking care of others.

- Dana C.

Keelyn C.

5.0

I have seen Keelyn interact with children and seniors for years! She is very passionate about what she does and will go above and beyond to take care of your child or family member. She is always on time, is passionate about her job and it is evident when you see how she interacts. It's been a...

- Haley M.

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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.