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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Swannanoa, NC

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Swannanoa, NC

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Kathryn F.


Swannanoa, NC

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

House Manager. I am a mature, healthy, energetic woman who provides hours of direct attention to your kids. Whether it's playing outside or inside, working on projects, or helping siblings resolve issues, you can feel confident that your children's needs are 100% cared for and that they are having a fun experience while you are...
Kathryn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Our daughter (2 at the time) and Kate connected quickly. She took time to learn and mirror the vocabulary we use to communicate and our parenting style. She was great at finding things to do even on cold & rainy days. Kate is punctual, responsible, gracious...

Care member

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Tara S.


Swannanoa, NC

$19-22/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

Hello! I've worked with youth with autism, add, down's syndrome and seizure disorder, as well as mental illness. I am compassionate, kind and fun.
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Allison H.


Swannanoa, NC

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Errands. I also have years of taking care of my sibling with special needs and her friends.
Allison can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Elizabeth W.


Asheville, NC

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my names Elizabeth but you can call me Liz. I've had babysitting experience for over 10 years, I also live with my boyfriend who has a 9 & an 11-year-old, they're my world! I've lived with them for over 4 years. We also have a 1-year-old son who I would need to bring with me, he would love a friend (or more)to play with! I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Elizabeth was great with the kids. The kids really loved having her around and were excited for her to come spend time with them. She spent a lot of time taking the kids outside and playing with them - very hands on."

Ryan R.

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Katie L.


Asheville, NC

$23-25/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

While in college, I minored in Education and interned as a First Grade Teacher's assistant in Albany, NY. I have experience working in a medical model group home advocating for adult ladies with special needs (NY). In Asheville, I have nannied for the past 9 years. I have experience with twins and multiples. In June 2024, my...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Katie has been a nanny-turned-babysitter for our family for the past 5.5 years since our son was three months old. She is reliable, punctual, resourceful, thoughtful, kind, flexible, and really, everything you could want in a caregiver. I trust Katie completely and...

Rachael C.

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Bryn M.


Weaverville, NC

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

My name is Bryn and I graduated from Cal Poly in 2020. I have several years of babysitting and nannying experience, with children mainly from 6 months to 3 years old. Most of my experience has been with 1-2-year-old toddlers as I worked part time for three years at a local Church's childcare programs and worked full time as a...
Bryn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bryn is doing a great job w our kids (6 days/wk!). The 2 yr old likes her calm demeanor and book reading skills; we're surprised how often the 2 yr old whispers things to Bryn in a secret voice. The 6 mo baby finds Bryn hilarious and laughs out loud at her funny...

Jenny L.

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Heather D.


Asheville, NC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Keeping Children Safe, Healthy And Learning For 25 Years

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny, teacher, special needs therapist and behavior support specialist. I have a Doctorate Degree in Early Childhood Education and a Bachelors in Health and Nutrition. I am First Aid and CPR certified. I'm studying to get a Board Certification to work with children with autism. I've worked with several children on...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"We LOVE Heather. She has a real talent for communicating with children, and she was great with our little boy who has Down syndrome. What a wonderful childcare provider!"

Stephanie H.

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Maria E.


Asheville, NC

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! I am passionate about caring for all kids of all ages especially toddlers and newborns. My experience in childcare goes 10 years back; I have worked with all types of ages from babysitting, to nannying and being a daycare teacher. In my time at daycare, I was with infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Aside from this,...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Fantastic nanny, the best we have had so far for our 6 month old twin boys. Truly cared about the boys and took great care of them. Highly recommend!"

David G.

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Beth W.


Asheville, NC

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Beth. I currently working for a family that has 2 boys, 7 years old and 3 years old. I have been working with this family for 3 years. I love watching both develop into funny and curious boys. The 7-year-old, I picked up from school and helped him with his homework and played board games. The 3-year-old, I watched...
Beth can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Beth was our nanny for 3 years and she was incredibly loving to our children and very dependable. She mainly took care of our 3 month old up until he was 3 and a half and also our older child when he wasn't in school. Rarely would she call in sick or ask for time...

Tyler E.

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Selin H.


Asheville, NC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

My name is Selin and I immigrated here from Austria in 2016. I am a reliable caregiver with an active and healthy lifestyle. My strengths lie in creativity, flexibility, adaptability and communication. I approach children in a calm, loving and respectful way, engage with them at their level, and value building long-term...
Selin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Selin is truly exceptional, and we were very lucky to have her help our family over the summer. She's grounded, calm, patient, and responsible, yet somehow also able to be playful and silly with our almost 3 year old, too. When she first joined us, Selin really...

Care member

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Tierney M.


Asheville, NC

$25-33/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny T

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Six years of experience in babysitting and nannying; that ranges from date nights, after school, over nights, to full time care. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs. as well. CNA and BLS certified.
Tierney can also help with: Travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Tierney has babysat for me on occasional date nights for the past few years. She is always dependable and punctual. I would highly recommend her to any mamas out there!"

Melissa G.

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Heather D.


Asheville, NC

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Care For Your Special Child

Hello, My name is Heather and I have 20 years of experience working with young children. I have cared for several children with special needs. Some had been diagnosed with autism, ADHD, juvenile diabetes, depression and sensory integration disorder. I have a graduate degree in early childhood education and a bachelor's degree in...
5.0
"Heather was very attentive and loving to my 12 year old child with Down syndrome. She was interested in his needs and incorporated things to help him improve. My child loves her very much!"

Michelle S.

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Kathryn D.


Weaverville, NC

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I bring magic, creativity, and gentleness to childcare. I have been working as a nanny for the past year and looking for more consistent nanny work. My childcare experience includes teaching 2nd and 4th grade art classes, teaching karate classes to 4-6-year-olds, coaching a 5-6th grade volleyball team, working at the summer...
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kat was not only on time she came early to make sure she wasn't late. Very sweet with our child she came with toys to play with him while we were away. Would recommend again. Thanks!"

Javier L.

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Rich E.


Asheville, NC

$50/hr5 yrs exp

Baby Whisperer

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My experience with kids has been caring for children in my family, my nieces and nephews. I lived with my sister while she had her babies and I loved caring for them. Ever since I've been a reliable baby sitter. My favorite age is babies and small children. I worked the last 8 years with adults with special needs. I'm looking to...
Rich can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Rich is a highly-skilled, knowledgeable person who has great compassion for those he cares for. I'm never worried about her well-being when I entrust my baby daughter's care to him. Very loving, patient, and strong, Rich is absolutely a person you can put your...

Teresa L.

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Rivers M.


Asheville, NC

$15-28/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing Homeschooling Mama With Experience With Special Needs And A Love Of Pets!

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My kids have asked that I work from home, and it's wonderful! They are home schooled and love to play & help with kids. We offer a calm loving environment for exploration and play! I have been working with children since 1996 and love it! So far I have worked in early childhood classrooms, as a preschool lead teacher,...
Rivers can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Rivers was available to help me out same day of request due to a last minute sitter cancellation. Which was wonderful! My daughter had such a good time, and is already continuing to ask when she can see Rivers again. Definitely recommend!"

Erin P.

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Ellen M.


Asheville, NC

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver for Children and Young Adults With Special Needs/Differences

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have an M. Ed. degree in exceptional education: specific learning disabilities. I have cared for and worked with students/children with developmental disabilities, Asperger's, ADHD, with and without hyperactivities and students diagnosed with epilepsy, OCD and other behavioral disorders. I have also worked with the legally...
5.0
"Excellent knowledge on education and willingness to help kids succeed!"

Kristi T.

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Clara P.


Asheville, NC

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Sweet Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as a nanny and substitute teacher for the past 10 years. I am a 30-year-old female who is seeking a care taking job. I have worked with special needs students and none special needs students and I can provide references/ my resume upon request. I look forward to connecting ! Warmly, Clara
Clara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Kelli O.


Asheville, NC

$24-25/hr2 yrs exp

Mom Of 4 Experienced In Special Needs

I was blessed to raise my 4 children for 25 years while also helping run a ministry for young men that need a second chance. I then had the pleasure of taking care of a young lady with Cerebral Palsy, who is wheel chair bound, for 2 years before moving to Asheville recently. I understand how hard it can be to have to be away...
Kelli can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, errands, home modification, meal prep, transportation & more
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Tierney M.


Asheville, NC

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

I have three years of experience caring for individuals with special needs that ranges from cognitive disabilities, epilepsy, autism, cerebral palsy, etc. I'm able to help with bathing, feeding, toileting, dressing, transferring, and companionship. CPR, First Aide Certified PCA Certification
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Clara P.


Asheville, NC

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Clara- Im a 33-year-old female. For the past 10 years I have worked in public schools and have grown to specify in working with special needs children and adults. I love the temperance, care, understanding, and small details it takes to care for people with varying special needs. Feel free to reach out...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Swannanoa, NC

Kathryn F.

5.0

Our daughter (2 at the time) and Kate connected quickly. She took time to learn and mirror the vocabulary we use to communicate and our parenting style. She was great at finding things to do even on cold & rainy days. Kate is punctual, responsible, gracious during big emotions and always helps...

- Care member

Elizabeth W.

5.0

Elizabeth was great with the kids. The kids really loved having her around and were excited for her to come spend time with them. She spent a lot of time taking the kids outside and playing with them - very hands on.

- Ryan R.

Katie L.

5.0

Katie has been a nanny-turned-babysitter for our family for the past 5.5 years since our son was three months old. She is reliable, punctual, resourceful, thoughtful, kind, flexible, and really, everything you could want in a caregiver. I trust Katie completely and would highly endorse her to any...

- Rachael C.

Bryn M.

5.0

She has a very calm presence. My 5 and 6 year Olds were at ease with her immediately. She did a great job and I'd hire her again.

- Keri S.

Heather D.

5.0

Heather was so great with my kids! My son loved that she interacted and played hide and seek with them! Definitely look forward to having Heather again!

- Jessica C.

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