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52 special needs caregivers are listed in West Columbia, SC
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in West Columbia, SC
Jill Y.
West Columbia, SC
$14-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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I have special needs experience primarily with younger children and some adult. I have cared for children with ADD/ADHD, down syndrome, developmental delays, and heart conditions. Along with this, I have been a type 1 diabetic since I was 7.
Jill Y.
West Columbia, SC
$15/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.7
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I have been caregiving for 10+ years and I also have a 4-year-old daughter of my own. I love animals as well (have 4 dogs).
I have cared for many families' children since my early teens. I have experience with infants, toddlers, school-aged, and teens. I also have experience with special needs), along with being a type 1...
5.0
"Great with my kids, I came home to a CLEAN house and happy healthy kids! What more could I ask for????"
Reviewed by Maggie P.
Grace U.
West Columbia, SC
$12-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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Starting at age 5, my family did foster care for 0-5-year-olds. I love children, and genuinely just want to see them smile. I worked at an After school care in South Carolina for 5 months for my college internship. This was with 4-13-year-olds. I helped with snack, events, activities, and tutoring. I obtained my associates...
5.0
"Where do I begin! Grace was/is my saving Grace, she not only loves our daughter like she is her own but the love she has for our family is astonishing, from our daughter, to myself, to my husband and our two...
Reviewed by Danielle B.
5.0
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Hi there!
My name is Abigail and I have babysat in my free time from school for the past 8 years and have been a caregiver from the ages of newborn to senior care, so I have about done it all! I have lots of experience with special needs children as well, as I have actively volunteered with a child hippotherapy program. I also...
5.0
"absolutely fantastic babysitter/nanny. on time, pleasant attitude. will definitely be hiring her again."
Reviewed by Johnpaul R.
Madyson G.
West Columbia, SC
$11-16/hr
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Hello! I am a recent graduate from Presbyterian College with a degree in psychology. I have also taken special education and other classes such as child and adolescent psychology. I have friends who have disabilities such as Down Syndrome and Autism, so I have experience interacting with and befriending individuals who have...
Audrey C.
West Columbia, SC
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
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I currently work in a school as Instructional Assistant. I "Shadow" a student with Autism.I had four adult children. I work almost weekly with children in the church that I am a member of. I have been involved in teaching classes, baby-sittings, overnight activities for over 25 years.
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My experience with special needs goes way back to years of volunteering through a hippotherapy program. I also worked through an agency that specialized in special needs care called Caregivers of the Upstate. My passion has always been helping others, so much so that I am majoring in music at the University of South Carolina,...
Alexis M.
West Columbia, SC
$16/hr • 5 yrs exp
Babysitter Or New Best Friend? Who Can Really Tell The Difference
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Hello! I am excited to come sit for your kids and possibly your fur babies if you have them as well! I've helped with babysitting for a good bit and I've watched some of the little infants I've cared for grow into elementary school students now! I worked with a variety of ages but I haven't cared for any teens just yet....
Carey O.
West Columbia, SC
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Columbia Nanny Seeking Full-Time Position
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Being a nanny has been a really rewarding experience for me. I've had the opportunity to work with children of a variety of ages and help them learn, grow, and develop. I've always loved kids and have been babysitting for family friends and people from my church since I was 12 years old. After high school, I worked in an office...
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CPR certified... I also have a brother who also has special needs. And I've been in the healthcare field for 10 plus years.
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I have two years of experience with senior care now. I started out working through an agency, particularly with special needs, but soon fell in love with senior care. I have done everything from overnight care to just spending time talking and reading. I have enjoyed this work so much, that I have majored in music and am getting...
Jessi C.
Lexington, SC
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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I graduated with my bachelors in exercise science from UofSC last May, and I am currently attending Occupational Therapy school in hopes of becoming a pediatric OT!
I'd describe my personality as caring, responsible, and attentive.
As long as I can remember, I have always wanted to work with kids. I started going to my mom's...
5.0
"Jessi has been around my 4 yo boy and almost 1 yo daughter and is always so sweet with them! She is so patient with them and also loves to help them learn new things! They get so excited to see miss "Essi" !"
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Hello,
My name is Kristina, and I'm a senior at UOFSC studying Journalism. I have been previously employed as an afterschool teacher at Empire Gymnastics in Lexington, a summer camp counselor, as well as a child care worker at the YMCA. I have experience in caring for children with special needs. I am a non-smoker. I have my...
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Currently I work in Central FL, as a manager of a Group Home for adults with mild to severe developmental disabilities, I truly adore working with and for my clients and feel I do my job to the best of my abilities. Many people think that because they are disabled they are nothing like "normal" people, which is definitely...
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I have over 10 years of experience. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Errands. I am 31 years old. I have tutored children for 12 years. I tutor English, Spanish, writing, social studies, geography, and science. I have a BA from the University of SC Aiken. I majored in Communications with an emphasis on Early Childhood...
Graci S.
Lexington, SC
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I am Junior in College and I have always loved children. I have been working with the special needs kids at my school for 6 years. I love to work Vacation Bible School at my church. I babysit my cousins and siblings to my friends. I love getting to know new kids! I am good with all ages!
Madison M.
Lexington, SC
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Maddie and I am 23 years old and have a heart for kids and dogs! I have been working at my church's Afterschool program and summer camp for the last 3 years and have babysat for multiple families on the side as well. I have also provided respite care for families with special needs kids. I have had a pet sitting...
Tessya W.
Cayce, SC
$13-17/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I have 5+ years of Respite care, companionship, help with errands , shopping, appointments etc. I am looking for flexible work so that I can still be present as a mom, I'm a single mom of twin boys with special needs.
Amanda M.
Lexington, SC
$17-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Greetings Fellow EarthDwellers! Welcome to Amanda-Topia!
I have to Thank you for exploring the possibilities here, and giving in to the wonderful adventure of what we call "TinyPersonSitters"or commonly referred to as"MiniKnowitall-supervisors", Our Leader "Queen Amanda-Lana" is very skilled at running a tip-top, hippity-hoppin,...
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I'd describe my personality as spontaneous, empathetic, kind
I like working with kids because I have raised my own and I think being around kids keeps me young
I'm looking for a job that flexible. Maybe even those that are last min
I started working with kids when I was a kid myself... well over 25 years ago
In my spare...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in West Columbia, SC
Jill Y.
5.0
Great with my kids, I came home to a CLEAN house and happy healthy kids! What more could I ask for????
- Maggie P.
Grace U.
5.0
Where do I begin! Grace was/is my saving Grace, she not only loves our daughter like she is her own but the love she has for our family is astonishing, from our daughter, to myself, to my husband and our two fur babies, she just wants to be there for us and love us! From day one she fit perfectly...
- Danielle B.
Abigail S.
5.0
absolutely fantastic babysitter/nanny. on time, pleasant attitude. will definitely be hiring her again.
- Johnpaul R.
Jessi C.
5.0
Jessi has been around my 4 yo boy and almost 1 yo daughter and is always so sweet with them! She is so patient with them and also loves to help them learn new things! They get so excited to see miss "Essi" !
- Care member
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Ratings for West Columbia, SC special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in West Columbia, SC are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 52 listed special needs caregivers.