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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Matthews, NC
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Matthews, NC
Shiela W.
Matthews, NC
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Making A Difference In The Lives Of Those With Special Needs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked extensively with young men with special needs. I am passionate about my work as I work with integrity, compassion and remain upbeat and fun.
Laura B.
Matthews, NC
$25-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Experienced care provider for children of all ages, seniors and individuals with special needs. Also experienced in providing academic tutoring and pet care.
Mom of three children; two in college and one in high school along with two Golden Retrievers and a German Shepherd mix that we rescued.
With a finance background,...
5.0
(12)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Experienced care provider for children of all ages, seniors and individuals with special needs. Also experienced in providing academic tutoring and pet care.
Mom of three children; two in college and one in high school along with two Golden Retrievers and a German Shepherd mix we rescued in January, With a finance background,...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Laura is absolutely WONDERFUL!!! We could not have gotten through this first year without all of her help! She cares for our daughter like she is her own! Laura reads to her, takes her on stroller walks, sings songs with her and helps her with her development at...
Nancy C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 24yrs old with extensive childcare experience from children 6 months to 12 years and recently graduated from college. I recently relocated to Charlotte for work. I have had professional training in the preschool setting for infants - 5 years as well as other specialized trainings from childcare jobs throughout the years....
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Rebecca is super dependable & reliable. I trust her with my children."
Jessica M.
Donna W.
Matthews, NC
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Children are my true passion and life! I am a mother of a grown daughter. Degree in child development, music teacher and music therapist with special needs children. Experience with infants through teaching child development to adults, at a college. I have taught over 25 years in various teaching styles, Montessori, Waldorf,...
Donna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Donna is AMAZING!! She has been such a gift to our family and a joy to work with! She always comes with a fun activity to do with my kids and they love her. She is willing to help in any area we need and she is so kind and loving. It is very comfortable having...
Johanna H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Experienced care provider for seniors including those who have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and/or dementia, individuals with special needs and children of all ages. Also experienced in providing academic tutoring and pet care.
Mom of three children; two in college and one in high school along with two Golden...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, dementia, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"Laura has been caring for my mother with Parkinson's Disease on the weekends for nine months and has done an outstanding job. She is punctual, professional, compassionate and goes above and beyond to make my mom safe, comfortable and happy. She clearly cares...
Jodi L.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Liz. I have past nanny experience, babysitting experience and was an activity director at a camp for kids with health challenges.
I am creative, outgoing, caring, understanding and love to improve the lives of others whenever and however I can!
My current family has a family member moving to town so she will be...
Truly, I believe I was born to be a grandma. Being with my 7 grandchildren and all the others who call me Bibi - is the joy of my life. After 50 years of loving on people, my specialties are infants to 6-year-olds and being a Senior Companion.
One of my nicknames is Baby Whisperer. I've been told I have the Magic Touch and my...
Maricela C.
Matthews, NC
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I took care of my own father for two years. He was in a wheel chair until he passed in 2007.
In Brazil I helped my friend with his son on the weekend, we used to play alot together. I gave him a light with food and homework.
Jennifer F.
Matthews, NC
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Jennifer and I'm a current NICU registered nurse and UNC-Chapel Hill graduate. I've been a nurse for 9 years and 7 of those have been in the NICU. Babies are my passion and I love what I do! I'm looking to provide overnight care for your infant while you get a full night's sleep! Please reach out to me for any...
As a dedicated special needs caregiver, I offer compassionate, personalized care for individuals with a wide range of physical, developmental, and cognitive disabilities. My services include assistance with daily living activities such as dressing, bathing, meal preparation, and medication management. I am experienced in...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a mom of two little ones looking to watch another child. I have over 15 years of experience and have watched kids from newborn to teenage years. I also have experience working with special needs. I am very familiar with baby led weaning as that is the method I used for my own little ones. I am hands-on and believe...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I have 25 years experience as a language therapist and teacher for kids with special needs. I only speak Spanish but manage really well with translator app.
Leida can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Sarah R.
Matthews, NC
$10-12/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Sarah and I am thrilled to offer my caregiving services to your family. I bring a nurturing and supportive approach to every family I work with.
I am passionate about providing a safe and stimulating environment for all. My personal experience includes infants, teenagers, special needs, and animal care. I have...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Elizabeth D.
Matthews, NC
$25-26/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ellie and I am currently a full time restaurant server and just recently moved to the area! I have many years of childcare experience as I worked at a day camp for four years as well as occasional babysitting! I also have experience with special needs children, as I worked extensively with special needs kids at...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Leida L.
Matthews, NC
$8-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Leida holds a degree in education, specializing in the compassionate care of children with special needs.
Leida can also help with: Home modification, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep
I am a registered nurse with over 20 years of experience caring for patients of all ages. I have recently left hospital employment in favor of caring for someone in his/her home environment. I love children, pets, and the elderly.
Maria L.
Charlotte, NC
$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a dependable, patient and compassionate care provider with over 3 years experience including senior adults, special needs adolescents and hospice care. Those I have worked with would describe me as positive, attentive and a good listener. I approach each work situation as an opportunity to provide exceptional care as well...
Maria can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Maria is very kind and compassionate"
Melissa C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been a caregiver for 12 years and I've been taking care a different patients from young and adults and seniors. I am very caring and trustworthy person. Helping with people with disabilities and seniors is my passion. I take my job very seriously and respect is very important to me.
5.0
"It was my pleasure to work with Joy on a recent business trip to NC. I would hire her again in a heartbeat, great attention to detail, great conversations and she genuinely cares. The other very nice thing was she picked up routine crazy quick, don't think I every...
Mark B.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Matthews, NC
Laura B.
5.0
Laura is absolutely WONDERFUL!!! We could not have gotten through this first year without all of her help! She cares for our daughter like she is her own! Laura reads to her, takes her on stroller walks, sings songs with her and helps her with her development at every stage! She is like family to...
- Nancy C.
Rebecca A.
5.0
Rebecca is super dependable & reliable. I trust her with my children.
- Jessica M.
Donna W.
5.0
Donna is AMAZING!! She has been such a gift to our family and a joy to work with! She always comes with a fun activity to do with my kids and they love her. She is willing to help in any area we need and she is so kind and loving. It is very comfortable having Donna in our home. She also is so safe...
- Johanna H.
Laura B.
5.0
The regular caregiver for my MIL had to take sudden extensive leave to care for her mother. Laura was a LIFESAVER at a very challenging time. She was quick to learn my Mil's routine, willing to help with kitchen cleanup and very easy to communicate with. What we loved most about Laura was how kindly...
- Elizabeth O.
Maria L.
5.0
Maria has been working for me for over a year and a half. She helps take care of my parents who are both in their early 90s. Dad is bedridden and under hospice care. She assists the hospice CNA in bathing him. She is dependable, caring, patient, hard working and thorough. She has some experience...
- Debbie L.
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Ratings for Matthews, NC special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Matthews, NC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.