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Jennifer M.


Lincolnton, NC

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

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I've worked with multiple children on the autism spectrum. I've also worked with developmentally (speech) delayed children and children with emotionally problems! I'm loving, patient, and kind, so I can give your child(ren) all the time and affectionate attention they deserve!
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Katie B.


Lincolnton, NC

$10/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I have 7 years of experience working with special needs and have my associates degree in Medical Assisting, working as a medical assistant/phlebotomist for 4+ years! I am a wife and mother of two kids ages 7 and 1! Since my youngest was born I have been a stay at home home, over the summer I had the pleasure of babysitting two...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Hayley C.


Maiden, NC

$10-26/hr9 yrs exp

Hi my name is Hayley and I'm a junior at Coastal Carolina University. After I graduate I plan to attend physician assistant school or medical school. I have been babysitting since I was 11 and I love children. My school system had a special program for special needs students and I used to volunteer to help them! I have a cousin...
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Melissa P.


Maiden, NC

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I've worked in the education field for over 20 years. I have a degree in Special Ed & have experience working with children from infants through 12 years. I have experience with special needs children in the areas of Down Syndrome, ADHD, Autism, Developmental Delay, Language & Cognitive impairments. I've spent many years...
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Lorry C.


Newton, NC

$15/hr10 yrs exp

I have been a Kindergarten/First grade teaching assistant at a public charter school for the past 14 years. Before that I worked in a Special Needs self contained classroom for a year. I am patient, calm, and friendly. My passion for fostering a child's growth and development, coupled with my creativity and imagination, allows...
Lorry can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Melissa P.


Maiden, NC

$12-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Nurturing Teacher/Child Care Provider

I've worked in the education field for over 20 years. I have a degree in Special Ed & have experience working with children from infants through 12 years. I have experience with special needs children in the areas of Down Syndrome, ADHD, Autism, Developmental Delay, Language & Cognitive impairments. I've spent many years...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Stephanie T.


Hickory, NC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been in the healthcare/medical field for over 20 years. I have worked with children and adults. Some of my patients have had physical or mental disabilities (blind, spinal cord injury, broken hip, dementia, CP) and some, just old age. I have experience working with people that suffer from dementia/alzheimers. I love being...
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Nancy F.


Hickory, NC

$32/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caretaker Available With Special Needs Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 3 grown children and miss being around kids. I have previously worked at NH school district for 10 years in the special education program and have experience working in both regular and special ed. classrooms. I am extremely passionate about helping children and am open to watching kids of all ages. I am more...
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Nancy was very trustworthy and entertained our little one, kept a clean atmosphere was on time and was very flexible. I will call on Nancy in the future for occasional help. "

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Rachael H.


Gastonia, NC

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Rachael and I'm 42 years old. I'm new to the area as we just moved from Clover, SC. I was a full time nanny before Covid. Now I do Emergency childcare or newborn night nanny care, or just occasional childcare. I have 28 years of experience with childcare including working at a daycare and I was a CNA and have...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"She is an amazing mom and caring person. Your child will get a great personality and love"

Precious F.

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Mary K.


Mount Holly, NC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I have over 25 years of experience caring for children and adults in addition to special needs. I am calm in stressful situations and I'm an excellent organizer and planner. I love what I do and I love caring for people in general. I am a naturally nurturing person with a cheerful upbeat demeanor which I think is important to...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"My late wife was a quadriplegic and required a high degree of care. Mary did a great job. She was punctual, attentive, and hard-working."

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Maria M.


Mooresville, NC

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I ran a licensed childcare and preschool for 12 years for children ages newborn - 12 yrs. Children are my passion and I cannot imagine enjoying anything more than working with them. I have experience with special needs and children on the autism spectrum. I speak English, some Spanish, and sign language. I feel that every child...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Maria, aka "Ria," was our childcare provider from 2012-2015. She is an incredible and loving person and absolutely wonderful with children. She is highly dependable, punctual and honest. I searched high and low for a daycare provider I felt comfortable with and...

Cathy H.

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Deborah T.


Catawba, NC

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Great Nanny With A Huge Heart!!! Available Full Time /Part-time.

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I have been a career Nanny and Child care provider for over 40 years. I am looking for full-time / Part-time work.. I love caring for children. I am very loving, kind, fun, patient, outgoing, energetic, trustworthy lady and very responsible. I have a huge heart and a lot of love to share with your children. I have cared for...
Deborah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"I am so glad to have Deborah as our nanny. The kids and I absolutely adore her, she goes above and beyond and is so delightful. So glad we have you in our family now nanny!! Thank you for all that you do!"

Stacy J.

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Mary K.


Mount Holly, NC

$10/hr10 yrs exp

25yrs Experienced

Hi! My name is Mary. I have over 25yrs in caregiver experience both professional and personal. I've been told I am a natural born caregiver. Elderly, nanny and special needs experience.
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
5.0
"Mary has been the caregiver for my wife with dementia while I work for nearly 11 months. She has been a tremendous help to not only my wife but to me as well giving advice from her experience to help me cope with this situation. She has worked with me in the...

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Gabrielle A.


Mount Holly, NC

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Babysitting Jobs

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! My name is Gabrielle. I am 31 years old and l live in Stanley. I am a mom to 2 little boys. I completed my bachelor's degree in elementary education/special education and graduated in 2015 and my masters in special ed and educational therapy summer of 2019. I have over 10 years experience in babysitting and nannying...
Gabrielle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Gabby is amazing. She has worked for me for about a year now on an as needed basis. She is able to handle my three children aged 6 months - 4 years with no problems. She is the only person other than family that I have left all my kids with. She is able to...

Kelli B.

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Gabrielle A.


Mount Holly, NC

$10-20/hr9 yrs exp

In Home Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an in home personal care assistant. I have worked with children and adults with special needs for over 10 years. I have my bachelors degree in elementary education and special education and am currently going for my masters degree in special education and therapy. My current position is working with an 89-year-old woman. I...
Gabrielle can also help with: Visiting nurse, respite care, personal care, hospice services
5.0
"My mom is loving Gabby's energy and positive attitude; it really helps brighten her day!"

Wendy C.

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Shaina H.


Mount Holly, NC

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny/ Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Shaina. I am currently 23 years old, I have my associates degree in Early Childhood Education and my bachelor's degree in Child Development and licensure in birth through kindergarten at UNCC. I have 4 years experience with children ages newborn to 12 years old. I am certified in special needs children,...
Shaina can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Shaina was so wonderful with my 10-month old daughter! She came up with fun activities for her and was extremely warm and attentive! Our daughter always got so excited when she walked in the door! Shaina was always on time, communicative about my daughter's...

Hailey T.

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Nancy F.


Hickory, NC

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Companion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello... A little about me... I have a passion for helping people, kids and elderly adults. I have 3 grown children and moved from NH to Vero 5 years ago. I recently resigned from my job as it was keeping me away from home for weeks. I have previous home care experience including Alzheimer's/dementia. I will gladly do...
Nancy can also help with: Home modification, errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Nancy is a kind and caring person; she tuned in quickly to the needs of my husband (who has dementia) and to his personality. My husband said "she's a keeper"! I would hire her again in an instant!"

Beth G.

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Deborah T.


Catawba, NC

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

It is an honor to care for or work with a special needs child or adult. They are very loving, very happy and they love to learn and they feel so proud when they have achieved something. I have cared for a young boy up into his teenage years. I have recently cared for an infant baby boy, he had to be fed by feeding tube and also...
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Deana H.


Mooresville, NC

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

I have been taking care of seniors, kids, and animals since I was a kid myself. I was a direct support professional for special needs adults for 2 years. I was a professional caregiver for 2 years for a senior care agency. I also have been in private care homes. Being a caregiver is very rewarding for me. I enjoy spending time...
Deana can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship
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Rachael H.


Gastonia, NC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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My name is Rachael and I'm 39 years old. I'm new to the area as we just moved from Clover, SC. I was a full time nanny before Covid. Now I do Emergency childcare or newborn night nanny care, or just occasional childcare. I have 17 years of experience with childcare including working at a daycare and I was a CNA and have...
Rachael can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

CNA

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lincolnton, NC

Nancy F.

5.0

Nancy was very trustworthy and entertained our little one, kept a clean atmosphere was on time and was very flexible. I will call on Nancy in the future for occasional help.

- Care member

Rachael H.

5.0

Rachael was great with our kids. They enjoyed playing with her and asked when she could watch them again. She helped put my mind at ease with how easy she was to communicate with. We would definitely hire her again.

- Josh B.

Mary K.

5.0

We ran into a jam and needed after school childcare for our two 6 year old boys on short notice. We were very lucky that Mary found us, because she was fantastic and the best caregiver we have had for our boys. Mary was great with the boys, has amazing patience and always kept them entertained....

- Rebecca H.

Maria M.

5.0

Maria was excellent! She had so many activities planned for the kids and sent us updates throughout the night. She is thoughtful and the kids loved her. This was our best care.com experience we’ve had!

- Care member

Deborah T.

5.0

I am so glad to have Deborah as our nanny. The kids and I absolutely adore her, she goes above and beyond and is so delightful. So glad we have you in our family now nanny!! Thank you for all that you do!

- Stacy J.

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