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Find special needs caregivers in Wilmington, NC that you’ll love
81 special needs caregivers are listed in Wilmington, NC
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Wilmington, NC
Jennifer U.
Wilmington, NC
$10-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Specializing In Premature Multiple Birth Infant Care.
5.0
(2)
I have 18 years of experience working with multiples from twins to quads. I enjoy teaching parents how to manage more than one infant at a time while getting those premature infants up to a healthy birth weight and on an eating and sleeping schedule. I have been an infant nurse to well over 200 babies. I am CPR and AED...
5.0
"I have known Jenn for almost 40 years. She has always been hard working and very dependable. Whenever I need her she has been there for me. She has been a big help to my sister in taking care of my mom who has MS. "
Tina B.
Sheena S.
Wilmington, NC
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with people from the age of 10 to 80 with developmental disabilities for over 10 years. I currently work as an instructor for adult with disabilities. I have a Bachelors Degree in Human Services/ Management and a Masters Degree in Public Policy/Public Administration. I have worked at a State Training Center with...
5.0
"Sheena is an outstanding care giver. She worked very well with my daughter. She held high expectations for her and was very caring. I highly recommend her for any caregiving or other position. She has a lot of integrity."
Laura W.
Ellery T.
Wilmington, NC
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Caregiver/Babysitter/Tutor For Children And Adults
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 20 years of experience working with children and adults with different types of abilities. I worked at the Arc of NC for over 10 years and also at an elementary school in their Autism Spectrum program. I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology and am familiar with many resources in the area. I am currently looking for...
5.0
"Ellery worked my my daughter with special needs for many years. She is amazing!! She is very upbeat and bubbly and knows how to use positive reinforcement to motivate people with special needs. She goes above and beyond what is required of her. She helped design a...
Laura W.
5.0
(1)
I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
5.0
"She is an extremely compassionate and dedicated teacher of students with significant disabilities who goes well above and beyond what is expected of her."
Bailey G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ciara and I am finishing up my sophomore year at Purdue University where I am pursuing a degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. I am very experienced with caring for children with special needs and extremely comfortable with it. For the past 4 years I have been caring for a young boy with Autism (12...
Samantha P.
Wilmington, NC
$11-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very energetic and responsible person and have a deep passion for caring for other people. I am a freshman nursing major and hope to one day get my masters in severe and profound disability.
In the summers I am a counselor for children with special needs and absolutely love it. My experience there has given me a high...
5.0
"Samantha is an amazing person and caregiver. She is energetic cheerful and dedicated to her work. She always went above what was asked of her and had a phenomenal rapport with my special needs daughter. I highly recommend her for any endeavor she seeks"
Laura W.
Elizabeth B.
Wilmington, NC
$16-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Elizabeth, and I have experience working with children from ages 0-12. I love it! We are new to the Wilmington area, because my husband got a job here. For the last three years, I have worked with children in preschool and elementary school with special needs, and I have a passion for that.
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Elizabeth was so patient with our son, and he loved her. She was our babysitter for a few weeks this summer and kept my little one busy. Very punctual, reliable, and a sweet person. Would highly recommend."
Christy D.
Kyler S.
Wilmington, NC
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone,
I have experience working with all ages. I have had a wide range of experiences working for families with six kids to families with one. I also have experience working with children with autism and other special needs. Last year, I completed my Masters in Teaching and am also able to assist with homework or other...
Kyler can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kyler was great! She was on time and my girls had a blast playing games with her. Will definitely hire her again😊"
Care member
Grace L.
Wilmington, NC
$14-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello, nice to meet you! I have 6 years of experience working with children. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Human Development and Family Studies and am qualified through NC DHHS: Division of Child Development and Early Education as a Lead Teacher for infants-pre-kindergarten. I have worked as a Infant Teacher for babies 0-12...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
(3)
I am the mother of 4 girls (ages 19, 25, 26, and 27. After college, I worked in a unique group home for special needs children. My experience working with mentally and physically disabled children provided me with extensive knowledge of the physical, cognitive, and psycho-social health of children. My roles included staffing,...
Nina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nina began caring for our baby girl when she was about 11 weeks old, and has been absolutely wonderful. She is incredibly warm and kind, and our little girl (who just turned 1 year) now literally screams with delight when Nina arrives at our home.
She clearly...
Kara D.
Mary A.
Wilmington, NC
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Aide Full-Time/Overnight Personal Care Attendant Meal Companionship, Housekeeping.
4.5
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with the elderly for over 25 years. My mother was a nurse. I have a heart with lots of love for babies/children with special needs and disabilities and the elderly. I love to care for everyone. I enjoy brightening up their day by me taking care of them and talking to them, even singing along with them or to...
Mary can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, visiting nurse, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Mary is a very self motivated individual, who has a big heart, very dependable and always helping others "
Peter R.
5.0
(1)
I have over 20 years of medical experience. My focus over the past 3 years has been clients with disabilities, senior care, and hospice. Many of my clients have been diagnosed with dementia, Parkinson's, cancer or are stroke survivors. Additionally, I have experience working with special needs children ages 3-12. Many of my...
Kaye can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Kaye has been an excellent addition to my dad's careteam. She is very engaging and skillful. Dad enjoys talking with her which I appreciate since he typically spends a lot of his day tuned out. Kaye is hardworking and reliable. She is a team player and works...
Care member
I have great compassion and empathy, as well as a special bond, with animals, the sick, elderly, and disabled. I have worked with many seniors, as well as the disabled, for over 20 years. I work in a group home for the disabled here in NC (& previously in CT), helping them to live as independently as possible. I was also a...
2.0
(1)
I am no longer available for special needs caregiving because at this time I am focusing on infant/childcare and senior caregiving. Please review my profile under these areas if you would like to chat about either of those areas.
I worked as a paraprofessional in an elementary school for two years with special needs children. Prior to working outside the home, I gained experience and developed a heart for children with special needs by raising my son, (I home schooled him for two years) who was diagnosed with ADHD, Asperger's, OCD, and anxiety issues.
Hello! I am seeking part time employment in senior care (memory care or companionship), special needs care, disabled care, or nannying (with some flexibility). I have several years of experience in each of these fields, as well as mental health and detox in patient care. I deeply care about the quality of care individuals care...
Compassionate caregiver with 5+ years supporting individuals with autism, ADHD and other developmental disabilities. fostering growth, skill-building, and independence.
Jennifer J.
Wilmington, NC
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Care Available For Children With Special Needs
I am a married mother of three boys (ages 9, 14, and a stepson age 15). My 9-year-old son has developmental delays due to a neurological disorder. My stepson has high functioning autism, ADHD, and a mood disorder, and lived with us until recently. In addition to my experience raising my own children, I also have an extensive...
I have a special needs child and know how hard it can be to leave your child in the care of someone else. I hope I can be that person that you can trust with your child. I also have worked in the special needs field for the last 10 years.
Rachel Lynn D.
Wilmington, NC
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
"In A Pinch" Caregiver For Special Needs Assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for a girl with CP (and retarded since birth ) for approximately one year. She's now 35 yrs old. That included lifting her to a changing table, transferring her to a wheelchair, showering, dressing, feeding and keeping her smiling! It is a very rewarding experience to work with the handicapped ,,,,, and will now at...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wilmington, NC
Jennifer U.
5.0
I have been Jen's supervisor for the last year. She has been well liked by not only the clients she works for but by all staff she works with. She truly is a team player and hard-working individual who is willing to go above and beyond her job duties and expectations. I am honored to...
- Teri L.
Sheena S.
5.0
Sheena is an outstanding care giver. She worked very well with my daughter. She held high expectations for her and was very caring. I highly recommend her for any caregiving or other position. She has a lot of integrity.
- Laura W.
Ellery T.
5.0
Ellery worked my my daughter with special needs for many years. She is amazing!! She is very upbeat and bubbly and knows how to use positive reinforcement to motivate people with special needs. She goes above and beyond what is required of her. She helped design a seizure proof room for my daughter...
- Laura W.
Katelyn D.
5.0
She is an extremely compassionate and dedicated teacher of students with significant disabilities who goes well above and beyond what is expected of her.
- Bailey G.
Samantha P.
5.0
Samantha is an amazing person and caregiver. She is energetic cheerful and dedicated to her work. She always went above what was asked of her and had a phenomenal rapport with my special needs daughter. I highly recommend her for any endeavor she seeks
- Laura W.
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Ratings for Wilmington, NC special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Wilmington, NC are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 81 listed special needs caregivers.