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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Leland, NC

The average rate is $15/hr as of April 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Leland, NC

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Carolyn C.


Leland, NC

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile. In the 10 years since I graduated college, I have devoted my time to nannying and educating children. The families I work for are a wonderful and important part of my life. My experience includes caring for multiples, nannying for up to 2 weeks while parents travel, and working with...

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5.0
Carolyn is wonderful! She took care of our newborn with ease and kindness! She entertained him and was attentive to his needs. As a first time mom, I trusted her immediately because of her punctuality,...

Reviewed by Chelsea T.

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Kathleen B.


Leland, NC

$13-25/hr2 yrs exp

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I'm Kathleen! I have about two years experience working with people with autism, cerebral palsy, and food allergies. I know basic sign language and can administer medicine both orally and through injections.
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Miriam H.


Leland, NC

$14-20/hr3 yrs exp

Not Your Average Mimi

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I have experience working for the ARC of North Carolina in Wilmington. Through their program I assisted in caring for a variety of special needs individuals.
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Leslie W.


Leland, NC

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi , my name is Leslie. I've worked in the healthcare field 32 years as a nursing assistant & home health aide. I volunteered 6 years in Hospice Care & also I volunteered as a EMT-B & Ambulance Driver . I have a son that was born 15 weeks early. He is developmentally delayed , autistic and non verbal , has mild CP So I have 30...
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Siyra A.


Leland, NC

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Siyra.

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I'd describe my personality as funny, kind, and outgoing. I like working with kids because I am very patient, my mom owed a day care for 20 years I worked with a care program with special needs children and they always made my days better. I started working with kids when I was younger between working at the daycare for my...
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Miriam H.


Leland, NC

$15/hr8 yrs exp

Not Your Average Mimi

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I'd describe my personality as silly/bubbly, focused and kind. I started working with kids when I was in college, then I nannied for a family for over five years. I have experience in care for kids with special needs and disabilities. Currently, I'm working at a daycare in Wilmington but I miss having a family I can really bond...
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Ciara H.


Wilmington, NC

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Summer Caregiver/companion

5.0

(1)

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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...
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Neelia A.


Wilmington, NC

$15-23/hr6 yrs exp

Nursing Student, CNA Licensed Sitter, Looking For Work This Summer

5.0

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Hi, I'm Neelia. I am currently studying at UNCW School of Nursing. I am on track to graduate next year and hope to become a pediatric nurse after getting my BSN. I am also first aid, and CPR certified and have experience in the hospital setting. I have been working as a caregiver for over 6 years now, and I love it. I have...

Recent reviews:

5.0
I became a mom just six months ago and when I needed to go back to work when my son was only two months old, Neelia stepped in to take care of him and were SO happy she did. We immediately felt comfortable with...

Reviewed by Caitlin K.

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Samantha P.


Wilmington, NC

$11-25/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

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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...

Recent review:

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...

Reviewed by Laura W.

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Ellery T.


Wilmington, NC

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/Babysitter/Tutor For Children And Adults

5.0

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I have almost 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...

Recent review:

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...

Reviewed by Laura W.

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Grace L.


Wilmington, NC

$14-20/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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...
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Khaley S.


Wilmington, NC

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

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I am a 21-year-old who loves working with kids. I have worked with kids in so many different ways such as in schools, babysitting at homes, and working at a recreational center for multiple summers. I also have experience working with children who have special needs. I hold many skills and am more than willing to help families...
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Helia S.


Wilmington, NC

$13-18/hr6 yrs exp

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I have 6 years of care experience and successfully have had 2 nannying jobs from Care. com with references if needed. I can also help with travel and Swimming Supervision. I have experience supervising and caring for children aged 0-13, including kids with special needs. I can prepare meals, provide coordinated activities for...
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Grace L.


Wilmington, NC

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

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I have worked with children with special needs in multiple settings and in particular have experience with autism, down syndrome, and other developmental disabilities.
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Jordan A.


Wilmington, NC

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello! I am a school speech therapist with experience working with children adults and seniors with a range of disabilities and special needs. I spent 3 years as a caretaker for my grandfather, a veteran with special needs and Alzheimer's. Spending time with him as a teen and into college shaped me into who I am today. I would...
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Cody S.


Wilmington, NC

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

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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.
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Dominique C.


Wilmington, NC

$13-30/hr10 yrs exp

I'm Fun Loving Caring Respectful Love Kids Like My Own

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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I'm loving caring fun love kids like they are my own I been dealing with kids my whole life I have good brothers that have special needs I had to change them feed them make sure they are okay. I'm aware at a times , you will love me...
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Cherrise M.


Wilmington, NC

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time In Home Care Available

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I am a mother of two. My mother had a Home Day Care Program for 46 years. I helped my mother with her lessons/meal plans durning the time I lived at home. I have worked with special needs children for many years. I have also worked as a preschool teacher and a nanny for several years as well. I am some what new to Wilmington. I...
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Colleen O.


Wilmington, NC

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Assist Families With Elder Care

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I was an independent worker from 1988 thru 1993 assisting families with light duty elderly care, meal prep, errands, grocery shopping, pet care etc. From 2001 thru 2011 I had been working with a company assisting high functioning special needs adults until the pandemic. Again, my duties were as stated above. Recently I was...
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Lori B.


Wilmington, NC

$36/hr10 yrs exp

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As a single mother, I raised of two amazing grown men. My first born is earning his Master's degree in engineering from USC in Columbia, and my youngest is a Navy SEAL in San Diego CA. I live in downtown Wilmington where I work as a nonprofit consultant and freelance artist. Previously, I taught preschool, managed an...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Leland, NC

Carolyn C.

5.0

Carolyn is wonderful! She took care of our newborn with ease and kindness! She entertained him and was attentive to his needs. As a first time mom, I trusted her immediately because of her punctuality, professionalism and experience. I was very comfortable having her in my home to take care of our...

- Chelsea T.

Neelia A.

5.0

Neelia has been watching our 7 y/o son for almost a year now, and she is simply the best. Our son has non-verbal autism, so it can take a bit more searching to find the right person to care for him. Neelia is that person. She has been everything we hoped for in a caregiver for him and more. She is...

- Lindsay B.

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.

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.

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