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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Waxhaw, NC

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Waxhaw, NC

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Savannah G.


Monroe, NC

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Have A Passion For Kids! Love To Be Around Children Of All Ages, Excited To Bond And Get Creative!

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was a preschool 1 teacher with infant room experience as well! I also worked with kids that have special needs. I absolutely loved both jobs and have a huge passion for child care. I have 5 years of experience on and off with nannying and babysitting! I can help with Travel, Light Housekeeping, Meal preps and more. Very...
Savannah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"She was so good with my children! Very lovingly attentive."

Jennifer B.

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Laura B.


Matthews, NC

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Energetic, Fun-loving Caretaker

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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ms Laura has cared for our two girls (5 and 3) for more than a year. She's dependable, caring, and very adaptable to our changing needs. She seamlessly fits into our family dynamic, and has great attention to detail. The girls have so much fun with her, and miss...

Yuan H.

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Richard P.


Charlotte, NC

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced Sitter: Loves Working With Kids, Working On Child Psych Graduate Degree

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I have been a sitter for over 20 years, and am currently pursuing a master's degree in child psychology. I have experience caring for kids of all ages, and am comfortable working with larger families and children with special needs. Caring for children is something about which I am passionate and which I feel a calling to...
Richard can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Richard is a WONDERFUL! My kids love when he comes to babysit! He is ALWAYS punctual and goes above and beyond babysitting duties! I can home to a spotless kitchen with the dishes done and I didn't even ask him to do it! If you're looking for a reliable sitter look...

Veronica M.

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Jane H.


Indian Trail, NC

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

My Mission Statement.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I am Jane, I live here in the Charlotte area. I am from Kansas City Missouri. My family and I moved here 7 years ago. My family was transferred due to my husband job. I have been married for 25 years, I have two daughters, both graduated from Providence High School. I graduated from the University of Missouri with a BA in...
5.0
"Jane has assisted with our 18 yo son who has Muscular Dystrophy and I would recommend her highly. She treated our son with respect and dignity, but just as importantly Jane is a very engaging and upbeat person. She's someone very enjoyable and pleasant to be...

Christi F.

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Keegan P.


Rock Hill, SC

$20-50/hr

Experienced School District SPED Assistant

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am currently attending UW- Madison pursuing a degree in Special Education. Along with that, I am in my second year working for a local school district as a Special Education Assistant Teacher! I think it is safe to say that I have found my passion. Your child/children will be in safe and professional fun with me!
5.0
"Keegan was very personable and did a great job caring for our 5 year old son. We'd definitely hire her again!"

Danielle C.

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Kelly D.


Charlotte, NC

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nurse By Trade; Babysitter By Choice =)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello friends! I have recently graduated nursing school, and am in the middle of studying for my RN license. I also hold a Bachelor's Degree in Art History... so rest assured I will bring out your child's creative side, while making sure they are safe & healthy! I have extensive experience in childcare: 6 years as a preschool...
Kelly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We could not have asked for a more caring and patient person. Kelly became our Nanny from when our newborn was 6 weeks old until he was 8 months. We instantly loved her. She has a genuine demeanor and character that will put you at ease. She truly loves children...

Jennifer H.

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Enide G.


Charlotte, NC

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

CNA Home Health Aide Companionship Available Full-or Part-time

My name is Enide, I am a mother of 5 children and 2 granddaughters. I've been working as a nursing assistant for more than 23 years, I love what I do. The reason that I love what I do is that, making a different in someone else life matters to me . Why ; is because I was injured & wouldn't be able to do much for myself & my kids...
Enide can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Enide is a great caregiver and very kind and compassionate."

Toanna T.

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Sara Z.


Charlotte, NC

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Sara, and I am 28 years old. I work full time as a speech language pathologist in neurological rehabilitation and I am looking for weekend babysitting opportunities. I have 15 years of babysitting experience, and I have cared for children as young as newborns through teenagers. I have experience working with...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Sara is our absolute favorite! She was so great with our baby boy and he just loved her! I wish I could keep her for forever!!!"

Morgan P.

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Ayesha E.


Charlotte, NC

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

work as a afl special needs provider St. Marks ages 0-70 group home and one on one provider assist with daily living activities classroom setting with goal requirements
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Lacrisha P.


Lancaster, SC

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am LaCrisha P. I have a Bachelors degree from USC Columbia. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant as well as a Special Needs Assistant. I have 10 years experience as care giver. Three years experience working with children in a school setting. I am capable of preparing snacks and meals for your child or children. I also have safe...
Lacrisha can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Crisha was wonderful! Right on time, super sweet, and patient with my girls. She fed them dinner, played, and put them to bed with no problems. L is already asking when she's coming back! We definitely plan on having her back."

Tessa C.

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Joy G.


Charlotte, NC

$12-17/hr

Skilled CNA

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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Laura B.


Matthews, NC

$25-40/hr • 3 yrs exp

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,...
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Laura B.


Matthews, NC

$30-40/hr • 4 yrs exp

Fun-loving, Energetic, Dependable Caretaker

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: Home modification, dementia, errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & 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.

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Danielle O.


Charlotte, NC

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Creative! Responsible !

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Danielle. A little bit more about myself: I volunteered at the YMCA for over 5 years and was then offered a job. In total, I've been working with kids for 14 years. I work in 5 departments at the YMCA, which include childcare, camp counseling, customer service, fitness specialist, and the sports department. I am...
Danielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Julianna L.


Charlotte, NC

$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am passionate about working with young children with or without developmental delays. I currently work in the field of early intervention as a service coordinator and have experience creating activities and supports personalized for each child's needs.
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Donna W.


Matthews, NC

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

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, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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.

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Shiela W.


Matthews, NC

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Making A Difference In The Lives Of Those With Special Needs

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.
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Chelsea S.


Monroe, NC

$15-18/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello, I am a graduate student studying occupational therapy. I have a Bachelor's degree in recreational therapy. I also have experience in working with children on the spectrum as well as working with adults and seniors with behavioral health issues. I would love to help you and your family with any assistance that is needed.
5.0
"Chelsea is engaged, dependable, trustworthy and fun! My daughter lights up on Chelsea days and enjoys the time she spends with her. Chelsea is a must-have for families looking for worry-free child care."

Jeanne W.

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Tanya T.


Rock Hill, SC

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Teacher, Taxi, Tidy-upper All In One Package

Need a summer tutor? Do you want to keep your child from backsliding? My name is Tanya and I have been teaching and tutoring for over 20 years. Add raising four kids onto that and I have a lifetime of experience to share! Although I have left the teaching "profession," teaching children to learn, play, and foster imagination is...
Tanya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Tanya was my daughters kindergarten teacher, throughout my daughter's school years - her tutor and now my daughter is in college and we still contact Tanya to assist with assignments! We highly recommend her!"

Kathryn S.

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Richard P.


Charlotte, NC

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Weekend And Date Night Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Richard. I went to school as an education major, and- though I eventually switched into software- I continue to enjoy working with kids. I've been a babysitter for over 20 years- it is a calling and pleasure! Along the way I have been blessed to work with several children on all levels of the autism spectrum, as...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Waxhaw, NC

Savannah G.

5.0

She was so good with my children! Very lovingly attentive.

- Jennifer B.

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.

Richard P.

5.0

We hire Richard for our occasional date nights and he is THE BEST. We have a few babysitters we hire and Richard is the favorite, period. Our kids (4, 6 & 7) ask me LITERALLY every single day if Richard can come over. He's so easy and trusting and amazing with our kids. He is very engaged with the...

- Kelly W.

Jane H.

5.0

Jane has assisted with our 18 yo son who has Muscular Dystrophy and I would recommend her highly. She treated our son with respect and dignity, but just as importantly Jane is a very engaging and upbeat person. She's someone very enjoyable and pleasant to be around. She communicated very well with...

- Christi F.

Keegan P.

5.0

Keegan was very personable and did a great job caring for our 5 year old son. We'd definitely hire her again!

- Danielle C.

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Ratings for Waxhaw, NC special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Waxhaw, NC are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.