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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Pelzer, SC

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Pelzer, SC

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Catherine N.


Belton, SC

$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Have raised 4 children and 5 grandchildren. Worked with special needs children and volunteer for special olympics 5 years. Was a babysitter off and on for 15 years. I have CNA experience and worked as a caregiver 20+ years. Would love to have the opportunity to watch your child(ren)
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Kathy is amazing! She kept up with my 5, 12, and 17 year old each in their own way, took them to the movies and they had such an amazing time. She is dependable and communicative. I would definitely hire her again "

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Karen C.


Liberty, SC

$20-25/hr • 20 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

As a dedicated childcare provider with over two decades of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My patient and friendly nature creates a warm, supportive environment where children can thrive. I believe in open communication with parents, using their preferred method, to ensure a positive...
Karen can also help with: Travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Karen was great with my girls! Very sweet and accommodating for our family. "

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Micah A.


Greenville, SC

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there! My name is Micah and I'm seeking a position as a full time nanny! I have over 10 years of babysitting experience, spent 2 years nannying for a family in Greenville, spent three semesters doing internships in elementary schools during college, and I have been working with children with special needs for 7 years as a...
Micah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We are very picky when it comes to who we allow to keep our baby and who we allow in our house unsupervised due to my husband coaching for Clemson. With that being said, we've never had a second thought about having Micah A. watch our 9-month-old in our home....

Ashleigh C.

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Jillian M.


Greenville, SC

$22-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello!

Hi, I'm Jill! I have a degree in Education Studies and a minor in Special Education. Up until my final semester of school, I was studying moderate/intensive special education. I have had experience with individuals with special needs (ages 3-70 years) since I was 11. Most of my experience is with individuals with behavioral...
Jillian can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Jill nannied for us for 3 years and is young and full of life. When she nannied for us she often took our daughter outside for fun activities, went to the park, and had picnics. I felt very comfortable asking Jill to focus on certain learning and development skills...

Hannah B.

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Cynthia C.


Greenville, SC

$19-27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Extremely Experienced Nanny Seeks Long-Term, Part-Time, Position

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a college graduate with more than 15 years experience as a Nanny/House Manager. I'm skilled with newborns, toddlers, multiples and tweens. Much of my experience has been with special needs families and includes Childhood Diabetes, Speech Impairment, ADD, ADHD,, Mental and Physical Impairments, Behavioral...
Cynthia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Cynthia is awesome! She is loving, attentive, energetic, and flexible. My kids are crazy about her. Every week she takes them out on different adventures. Not only does Cynthia take excellent care of my boys but she also helps keep thing in order around the...

Peggy V.

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Sonja T.


Anderson, SC

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an Lpn with 31 yrs experience with special needs kids. I love kids and the elderly. I love and enjoy spending time helping people in need.
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Tania N.


Greenville, SC

$16/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a energetic, babysitter with 4 years of experience watching children from newborn to 8 years old. I also have experience caring for children and adults with special needs. I am effective at engaging children in a variety of a activities to meet their educational and physical needs. So, there's always something to look...
Tania can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She was very professional and helpful with taking care of my 3 kids. All of them loved her and would not stop asking when she can come babysit again. I would definitely hire her services again if I had the chance."

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Emily R.


Fountain Inn, SC

$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Emily R.

Hi! My name is Emily. I am an outgoing, energetic, experienced nanny and babysitter. I am 18 years old and I just graduated from high school & will be attending greenville tech in the fall. I am new to Care. com, but I am looking for something consistent and long term, & am also comfortable with one time visit for dates nights,...
Emily can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
"Emily is amazing with our boys! They call for her all the time when she's not here!"

Suzy M.

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Teresa C.


Mauldin, SC

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Support Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in the field of disabilities and special needs for 30 years. This has included residential care homes for adults, case management for children, and in a quality assurance role. I have also provide respite care for children and adults. I've had specialized ASD training through the Autism Division. Additionally, I...
5.0
"We hired Teresa to help us part-time during work days in our home with our three year old son who has autism. It was the first time we had ever hired someone that we didn't know, but became immediately comfortable with her. Teresa is very patient and great with our...

Courtney F.

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Welta K.


Anderson, SC

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring, Mature And Experienced With A BS In Public Health Education

I am a mature adult female. I have one adult daughter & SIL in ATL. I'm the oldest of 4 girls so I have always helped with child care to an extent. I have assisted in an educational setting with elementary schoolers especially Kindergartners. I nannied for a wonderful working couple with 2 children in Georgia for 2 years....
5.0
"Welta is amazing! She is kind, caring, and very interactive with children. She took care of my us like we were her family. She helped me with so many things, and followed any instructions I had to a to a tee. You cannot go wrong with this rare gem of a person đź’•"

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Jennifer C.


Greenville, SC

$23-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

I worked at a school for children with exceptional abilities and needs for over 11 years . While working there I learned tips and tricks for sensory, OT, PT, ST, and more. I also have experience with ABA.
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Esther C.


Liberty, SC

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Worked With Special Needs Autistic Elderly Bed Ridden

Worked with Autistic young man for 7years. Cared for elderly lady confined to bed and transferred her to wheelchair. Worked as an aide in special needs class.
5.0
"Esther has over 20 years in home care. Before that she worked with special needs children. Esther has great compassion and empathy. She learns quickly and has a solid work ethic. "

Renee B.

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Langel S.


Anderson, SC

$15-35/hr • 3 yrs exp

Worked With Down Syndrome Brother

I've had the pleasure of working with my brother who has Down Syndrome since he was born. He is now 25, graduated HS with a regular Ed degree, served a service mission for our church and is attending classes at the community college.
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Makenzie Y.


Fountain Inn, SC

$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working as a nanny/ caregiver for approximately 8 years. I have about 6 years worth of experience working specifically with infants and toddlers. I also have experience caring for multiples as I have been working for families with twins exclusively for the 5 years. One of the twins had a vision impairment that...
Makenzie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Makenzie will do a great job with your infants and toddlers. She is the best with sleep training."

Andrea T.

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Caroline P.


Greenville, SC

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Child Care

3.9

(7)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Caroline and I have been watching kids for the past 6 years. I started off sitting in college with my CNA certificate with special needs children. After graduating I helped multiple families out for 2 years inside their home with tasks and watching their kids. I have been a private chief as well so I can make...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Caroline was an amazing help! She was very caring and provided exceptional care!"

Alondra A.

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Alison D.


Greenville, SC

$18-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a speech pathologist with experience working with children aged birth - 15 years old in the outpatient and educational settings.
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Kacy D.


Fountain Inn, SC

$18-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Caring And Trustworthy Nanny!

My name is Evelyn, and I am a dedicated and experienced childcare provider and pet sitter, operating under the name Woof & Whiskers. With over five years of hands-on experience, I have had the privilege of caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, both in daycare environments and as a personal nanny....
Kacy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kacy watched our toddler son for a year and a half for about 45 hours per week. My son enjoyed being with Kacy and I felt that he was safe in her care."

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Cynthia C.


Greenville, SC

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Elder Caregiver With Special Needs Experience Seeks A Part-Time Work

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm writing in response to your search for a nanny. I have more than 11 years experience and I am skilled with newborns, toddlers, multiples, middle school children, pre-teens, and the physically disabled. Much of my experience is with special needs families and includes Type-1 Diabetes, Speech Impairment, ADD, ADHD...
5.0
"Cynthia cared for our infant from 3 months to 1 year. She is an excellent communicator and helped me out around the house with chores—which was a lifesaver for a working mom! She truly cared for our son and was always making him giggle! We would rehire Cynthia. "

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Joy M.


Anderson, SC

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

In the past, I was a Patient Care Technician which I was a certified nursing assistant as well. I have worked in memory care units as well as with special needs of all ages.
Joy can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

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Pamela L.


Pendleton, SC

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Retired RN

Greetings! I'm a very fit and active 70-year-old retired RN. I spent most of my career in emergency phone triage, but have experience prior and post career in home care and long term care as a CNA and home health companion. I am not licensed in SC, since I recently moved here. I am looking for part time and/or short term...
Pamela can also help with: Errands, respite care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Pelzer, SC

Catherine N.

5.0

Kathy is amazing! She kept up with my 5, 12, and 17 year old each in their own way, took them to the movies and they had such an amazing time. She is dependable and communicative. I would definitely hire her again

- Care member

Karen C.

5.0

Karen was great with my girls! Very sweet and accommodating for our family.

- Care member

Micah A.

5.0

We are very picky when it comes to who we allow to keep our baby and who we allow in our house unsupervised due to my husband coaching for Clemson. With that being said, we've never had a second thought about having Micah A. watch our 9-month-old in our home. She's always early and keeps a log to...

- Ashleigh C.

Jillian M.

5.0

Jillian has influenced my life for the better, along with the children's lives she touched.

- Jordan D.

Cynthia C.

5.0

Cynthia C. has done an outstanding job of understanding what was needed for R.'s total care. She has exhibited a great ability to coordinate and manage his care medical and emotional care. Cynthia has done an excellent job in every way! Linda R.

- Linda R.

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