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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Wake Forest, NC

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years

Special needs caregivers in Wake Forest, NC

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Danielle C.


Raleigh, NC

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Caregiver

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My experience caring for those with special needs and been rewarding, but also a learning experience. My goal is to help the those with special needs and their family not feel isolated, to support the person being cared for and their family with positive encouragement, and to learn more about the people in the world we live in....
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Diane M.


Raleigh, NC

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've always enjoyed my senior clientele as a hair stylist. I've also been able to converse with some elderly clients with Alzheimer's and their family member was always so appreciative. I always looked at it as an honor to give someone that time and attention and respect what they are talking about. If I could add something to...
Diane can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
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Lisbeth B.


Raleigh, NC

$15-20/hr

Part Time Care Giver

I am a special education teacher with 20 years experience at the high school level, with varying disabilities and challenges. I also have taught pre-K for several years, as well as worked in an elementary setting prior to becoming a certified teacher. I am looking for something part time for the summer. I am a Christian, am...
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Jharana A.


Raleigh, NC

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

10/10 Parents Would Recommend

Hello! I graduated from NC State and currently work in technology. I have two nephews and one adorable niece and I adore spending any and all time that their parents will allow. I also worked as a habilitation technician for over 10 years working with kids with special needs so you could say I like kids a lot! I like to stay...
Jharana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
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Zippora R.


Raleigh, NC

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Zippora is a caring and energetic nanny and caregiver who gets along well with children of all ages. She can quickly form a bond with the children while still maintaining authority. She has experience working with infants, toddlers, young children and teenagers. She also has experience working with adolescents with special...
Zippora can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Rachel H.


Youngsville, NC

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver for Special Needs

I am a licensed practical nurse who worked in a Pediatric Intensive care unit. I currently work in a Pediatric Office part-time and have experience with epileptics and some special needs children.
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Holly L.


Raleigh, NC

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I have over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. I started to babysit when I was 13 years old. My babysitting experience continued with a manager of mine from a family fun center I worked at. I was a nanny for her four children for about five years. I picked them up from school, took them to sporting...
Holly can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Esther K.


Raleigh, NC

$32/hr10 yrs exp

Hallo there, my name is Esther and I have been working as a CNA for over 11years , I've worked in an assisted living facility for 9 years memory care too. I love to help and i'm kind and very patient and I believe it is very important when working with the residents. I'm can be be flexible if need be. Looking forward to hear...
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Diane M.


Raleigh, NC

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Diane From Raleigh, NC

I'm a kind, reliable, calm natured mother with 19 years life experience taking care of my now adult son with special needs. My hope is my journey and skills I've learned may help another family. I am a compassionate person and it would be a privilege to help. I am organized and try to keep a good sense of humor in life! I...
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Nicole D.


Raleigh, NC

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

About Me

I have always had a passion for helping others! I am a wife to my loving husband for 28 years and a mother to 3 amazing kids (18, 19, 22). My friends and family would describe me as loving, happy, and kind. I am very patient, reliable, responsible, and hard working! My family moved to North Carolina six years ago and we love it!...
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Fancy D.


Youngsville, NC

$20/hr6 yrs exp

About Me!:)

5.0

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As a caregiver with 6 years of experience, I am passionate about enriching children's lives and supporting families. My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for nurturing and engaging with children. My patient, creative, and approachable nature allows me to connect with...
Fancy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Fancy is beautiful and kind. She’s very respectful and outgoing and willing to go the extra mile. I rate her services 10/10. "

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Aaliyah A.


Morrisville, NC

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Empathic Child Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a very loving, outgoing person with over 20 years of experience caring for children. I'm a mother& and an educator. I've worked with home daycare, child care center's and Pre~K-8 schools. ESL and Special needs. CPR First Aid, Meal Preparation, Light Housekeeping Transportation
Aaliyah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My family is really missing Aaliyah . She can not be replaced ."

Maryam H.

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Erica Z.


Raleigh, NC

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Full-time Child Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am currently a nanny and Preschool Teacher. I have experience as a nanny for a child with special needs and have been nannying for about 4 years. I've also worked at an afterschool care and summer camp, as a counselor for children from kindergarten through eighth grade. During the summer we work eight hour days which...
Erica can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Erica is super sweet and caring with our little one, they make the best out of their time together and he is well taken care off when Erica is around. We definitely recommend her! "

Karla A.

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Jennifer F.


Morrisville, NC

$25-36/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Mature Caregiver

I am an experienced mom of two grown children and one 7-year-old daughter. I homeschooled my oldest special needs daughter and would love to teach your little one while I'm caring for them. I'll bring crayons and books, we'll have fun and learn a lot! I love taking them to the park and story time. I am also a CNA and working...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Jennifer does an awesome job caring for our daughter. She is caring, patient, on time and interactive. She is great about communication and creating a schedule that works for our daughter and us. We give her our highest recommendation!"

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Laura E.


Wendell, NC

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Laura, and I have been joyfully working with children for over 20 years. I received my Child Development degree from Meredith College in 2002. I love caring for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and children with special needs. I will use my training and experience teaching preschool, working in daycare centers, and...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Laura provided care for my premature infant daughter for several months before she was strong enough to go to daycare. My daughter needed a lot of help particularly with feeding and Laura was very patient and diligent when working with her. I felt reassured leaving...

Molly K.

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Laura Y.


Raleigh, NC

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mom Available For Babysitting/Companionship

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I've raised a wonderful special needs child (now a young adult) of my own, and I worked as a teacher's assistant at a wonderful church preschool for seven years. I'm available various evenings when Mom and Dad need a date night, have a meeting, etc. I'm best suited to care for elementary and older. By day, I'm a...
Laura can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"It was such pleasure meeting Laura. We did not end up hiring her as our needs changed, but would definitely re-consider her. She was on time, a pleasure to speak with, and very professional."

Tara D.

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Nicole K.


Knightdale, NC

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

20yrs experience, I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. in 2007 I was a perinatal technician at rex Hospital working in the newborn nursery. I loved it. I started nannying on the side, helping with infants, special needs and moms with multiples. I love watching babies grow, learning something new every minute of the...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Nicole was very attentative to our child's needs. She was very dependable and a very hard worker. She blended well with our family. It felt like she was part of the family. She was completely trustworthy."

Care member

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My Name is Sally, I have a lot of experience with , special needs, I have worked in group homes, and in people's home, I am trained the tube, feeding and Hoyer lift. I am a very loving person, and I do my job, with integrity and honesty. And I am very am very caring
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Makayla F.


Raleigh, NC

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Bubbly And Energetic Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 9 years of babysitting/nannying experience. In that time I have run my own in home babysitting business where I would care for between 4 and 8 kids at a time, for upwards of 6 hours at time. I have experience working with larger groups of children, as well as one on one care. I've worked as a full-time live in nanny...
Makayla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"She is so bubbly and talkative! What a great personality! I hope she stays with us for a very long time because my daughter absolutely loves her. The whole family does! Even the dog! She is patient, kind, loving, takes time to hear the kid out. She's moral and...

Lindsey S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wake Forest, NC

Fancy D.

5.0

Fancy is beautiful and kind. She’s very respectful and outgoing and willing to go the extra mile. I rate her services 10/10.

- Care member

Aaliyah A.

5.0

Aaliyah has helped me with my daughter since she's been a newborn. She's been very reliable, caring and Interactive. She communicates professionally an friendly. She's got a heart for children truly.! 10/10 would always recommend her for childcare!

- Amber S.

Erica Z.

5.0

Erica was wonderful caring for our toddler (1.5yrs at the time) she is gentle and loving and very reliable. She follows instructions and dependable with children, our daughter loved having her around!

- Rasha A.

Jennifer F.

5.0

Jennifer does an awesome job caring for our daughter. She is caring, patient, on time and interactive. She is great about communication and creating a schedule that works for our daughter and us. We give her our highest recommendation!

- Care member

Laura E.

5.0

Laura provided care for my premature infant daughter for several months before she was strong enough to go to daycare. My daughter needed a lot of help particularly with feeding and Laura was very patient and diligent when working with her. I felt reassured leaving my daughter with Laura, and we...

- Molly K.

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