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Alison P.

Experienced Nanny With Special Needs And Complex Medical Issues Available Part-Time

Raleigh, NC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I love kids. I value the wonder of watching them learn and discover new things as they develop physically, socially, and emotionally. It really does take a village to raise a child, and I'd like to be a helpful part of yours. I have a positive outlook on life. I've lived in Cary/Raleigh since 1980, attended Wake Co schools,...

Joanna D. says "Alison helped took care of my household of 7 cats for a week while my husband and I went out of town for a week. Our regular pet sitter could not watch...

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Cary, NC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have 10 years of experience babysitting and have 5 years of experience as a full-time nanny. I have cared for children of various ages, ranging from 2 months to 15 years. I also have experience with twins and children with special needs. My approach to childcare emphasizes creating a safe, engaging, and stimulating...

Care Member says "Our experience with Allison has been 10/10. She is incredibly reliable, a great communicator, flexible, and most of all — great with our children. She...

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Morrisville, NC

5.0(1)
from
$14/hr
1 year experience
I am currently at East Carolina Univeristy where I am pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and I intend to graduate in December, 2025. I currently hold a CNA license, and I am BLS certified. I have experience with children, elderly, and special needs care. I am looking for a summer job while I am home with my parents, and...

Ruth M. says "I have known Lauren since she was 4 years old. She and my daughter have been close friends and hung out together on a regular basis. Lauren has a heart of...

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Holly Springs, NC

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hey, I'm Lindsey! This is my fourth year on Care. com! I have been an assistant instructor for mixed martial arts, been a small group leader for girls at Hope Community Church, and am the older sister of two younger siblings. I am currently looking for weekend jobs while in graduate school. I have a Bachelor's degree in...

Bogdan L. says "I highly recommend Lindsey. She is patient, methodic, and up to speed right away. I learnt on Friday that the daycare was closed the next week and needed...

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Caring With Passion

Cary, NC

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Greetings!! I love and enjoy caring and being a helping hand. I have 6 years of experience and thrive to be productive.

Erum K. says "I would highly recommend Farhiya for your babysitting and childcare needs. She is very loving and affectionate and highly professional."

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Babysitter For All!

Holly Springs, NC

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Emily and I am 18 years old. I currently go to Appalachian State University but am currently doing online classes. I have years of experience with children. I used to work at my church daycare as an assistant for a couple of years then I switched to working at a professional drop-in daycare. I have babysat...

Jessica V. says "Emily was an absolute joy to work with. She was always on time, had great communication, always came with a smile, ready for the day. I would highly...

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Special Need Childcare, Online Learning Assistance, Consulting For Parents

Cary, NC

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience
I would be happy to help your child and your family using my intuition and personal energy, experience of caring an ASD child, and a psychology training I received, in the following ways: - Establishing good everyday caring practices and developing self-caring habits: - Hygiene: getting rid of diapers, using the toilet,...
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Full Time Caregiver

Cary, NC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a caregiver for over 15 years. I started shortly after high school and I enjoyed it so much that I decided to go to college to study pre-med. After graduating from college, it was clear that caregiving is a passion of mine. I thereafter started doing it full time and now I own my own caregiving company. Giving care...

David L. says "Excellent caregiver. Highly intelligent, trustworthy, reliable and caring. Performs well in a complex care scenario. Strongly recommended."

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ABA Therapist/Teacher/Nanny

Raleigh, NC

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
I am actively seeking a position with the right family starting this September! I have been working with children with autism for over a decade. After nannying for a child with autism I became a behavioral therapist in Wisconsin with an ABA provider and started my career in this wonderful field! I worked as an AUII assistant...

Vidhya K. says "Just want to add that Lauren is very professional, flexible and works with my sons needs very well. I highly recommend her and hope that she continues...

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Teacher Looking For Part-time Work

Cary, NC

from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I am currently looking for part-time work with the potential of more availability during the summer. I have been teaching elementary age students over 15 years. I also have experience working with adults with special needs. I am First Aid/CPR certified. I'm looking forward to seeing how we can connect. I have plenty of...
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Cary, NC

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$24/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hello! My name is Ainsley. I am 23-year-old and recently moved to Cary, North Carolina. I have a wide range of experience working with children. I have worked as a tutor, coaching athletics, and in behavioral health. I have work with children of all ages and backgrounds. I have a lot of experience working with and caring for...
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Experienced And Fun Loving Babysitter

Raleigh, NC

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi, I'm Elana! I'm 28 and have 8+ years of experience working with infants, toddlers, and elementary school aged children both neurotypical and with special needs. I've worked at daycares, summer camps and tutoring centers, and have done in-home nannying before as well. I have a masters degree in Elementary Education. Kids are...
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Cary, NC

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Interacting with young minds is truly my passion. I am currently about to study nursing in hopes of becoming a pediatric nurse! I have always had a passion for children from when I was 10 years old, and volunteering in my church's kids ministry. I am great at multitasking and am comfortable with up to 4 children of any age. I...
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Part-time Elder Caregiver

Holly Springs, NC

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Mobility assistance
personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
I have worked taking care of an elderly man with deminsia for the past year. My experience working with special needs individuals allows me to adapt and jump into new situations in a unique way! While I have a year experience working with the elderly, I have over 20 years experience to pull from with working individuals of all...
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Full-Time Summer Caregiver/Part-Time During School Year

Cary, NC

from
$30/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Credentials: I was a nanny my senior year of college for a 2-year-old and an 8-month-old, three days a week. I also had a newborn baby brother while I was in high school. That means lots of free babysitting for my parents! I worked at a daycare facility in high school with children from a few months old to 5 years old. I also...
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It Doesnt Get Better Than This !

Cary, NC

from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a mother of four young children, aged 8, 6, 4, and 2. I have extensive experience working with special needs children as well. Passionate and dedicated childcare professional with a proven track record of implementing engaging and educational activities that enhance children's cognitive and motor skills. Skilled in...
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Morrisville, NC

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I have over 10 years experience with nannying and have also worked at a special needs school. I use a "gentle parenting" approach which involves redirecting rather than scolding, actively listening to children, and valuing their thoughts and feelings. I am energetic and have experience with children ages newborn to...
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Cary, NC

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Experienced, Professional Caregiver with over 10 years of experience. CPR/AED and First Aid Certified. I have worked in communities doing check-in services as well as in private residences. I have cared for seniors with Dementia, Parkinson Disease, Macular Degeneration and mobility issues. I also have experience with the...
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Caring Provider

Holly Springs, NC

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$10/hr
8 years experience
My husband and I lived with a DD gentleman for seven years. I was his personal assistant/resident manager. He was a wonderful man indeed.
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Experienced Care Giver/Nanny For Special Needs

Holly Springs, NC

from
$10/hr
2 years experience
I have worked with children of all ability level in camp and at home settings. I have a degree in Elementary Education, with a Special Education Endorsement.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Apex, NC

Special Needs Caregivers in Apex, NC are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Alison P.

Alison helped took care of my household of 7 cats for a week while my husband and I went out of town for a week. Our regular pet sitter...

- Joanna D.

Allison O.

Our experience with Allison has been 10/10. She is incredibly reliable, a great communicator, flexible, and most of all — great with our...

- Care member

Lauren K.

I have known Lauren since she was 4 years old. She and my daughter have been close friends and hung out together on a regular basis. Lauren...

- Ruth M.

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