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Ellen M.

Part-time Caregiver for Children and Young Adults With Special Needs/Differences

Asheville, NC

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have an M. Ed. degree in exceptional education: specific learning disabilities. I have cared for and worked with students/children with developmental disabilities, Asperger's, ADHD, with and without hyperactivities and students diagnosed with epilepsy, OCD and other behavioral disorders. I have also worked with the legally...

Kristi T. says "Excellent knowledge on education and willingness to help kids succeed!"

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Part-time Special Needs Caregiver (Professionally Certified FL Teacher)

Asheville, NC

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Hello! I believe strongly and deeply in giving neurodiverse and physically diverse populations personalized assistance to reach their full potential. I am proud to have over 6 years of professionally certified teaching experience working with children with varying exceptionalities in public and private settings. I received my...
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Asheville, NC

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, my names Elizabeth but you can call me Liz. I've had babysitting experience for over 10 years, I also have a 4-year-old son who is on the spectrum and may have to tag along at times, he would love a friend (or more)to play with! I gentle parent and am very into self-directed activity, hands-on learning, and collaborative...

Ryan R. says "Elizabeth was great with the kids. The kids really loved having her around and were excited for her to come spend time with them. She spent a lot of time...

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Asheville, NC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Skilled in creating fun, engaging and educational activities, while prioritizing children's safety and well being. I have worked with toddles for almost 20 years including to help raise family members and working as a daycare provider and a babysitter for many families. I have experience working with special needs children,...

Care Member says "Babysat for our 1 and 3 year olds while we were on vacation. She was very friendly and willing to be flexible with hours (stay later if needed)."

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Nanny T

Asheville, NC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
Six years of experience in babysitting and nannying; that ranges from date nights, after school, over nights, to full time care. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs. as well. CNA and BLS certified.

Melissa G. says "Tierney has babysat for me on occasional date nights for the past few years. She is always dependable and punctual. I would highly recommend her to any...

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Baby Whisperer

Asheville, NC

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
My experience with kids has been caring for children in my family, my nieces and nephews. I lived with my sister while she had her babies and I loved caring for them. Ever since I've been a reliable baby sitter. My favorite age is babies and small children. I worked the last 8 years with adults with special needs. I'm looking to...

Care Member says "Very attentive and conscientious employee. Went beyond what was expected of him. Very punctual. "

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Asheville, NC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi everyone! I am passionate about caring for all kids of all ages especially toddlers and newborns. My experience in childcare goes 10 years back; I have worked with all types of ages from babysitting, to nannying and being a daycare teacher. In my time at daycare, I was with infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Aside from this,...

David G. says "Fantastic nanny, the best we have had so far for our 6 month old twin boys. Truly cared about the boys and took great care of them. Highly recommend!"

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Experienced Caregiver All Kinds Of Special Needs Individuals, Children And Adults

Asheville, NC

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$22/hr
6 years experience
I have been working with individuals with special needs since I was 16. My father is a special needs teacher. I have been a nanny to families and I have worked in a camp environment. I am a passionate advocate for special needs causes.
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Special Needs Caregiver

Asheville, NC

from
$10/hr
After many years in the food service industry, I have made the decision to move into the healthcare field. I have always been a happy, nurturing person and I am ready to use these strengths to make a difference in the lives around me. In the past, I completed CNA school and had BLS certification. I have let these...
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Special Needs Care

Asheville, NC

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I've worked in this field am looking to pick up 1-2 days/week. I am passionate about care. Currently I work with a special needs child who is returning part time to school. Have references.
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Full-Time Nanny/Caregiver With Special Needs Experience

Asheville, NC

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I am a licensed K-6 Elementary and Special Education Teacher and have experience working with children and families both in and out of the classroom. I am extremely passionate about working with children and getting the opportunity to see each individual grow, flourish and achieve personal goals. Outside of my classroom...
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Special Needs Support

Asheville, NC

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$16/hr
1 year experience
I have worked at an elementary school in the SPED department, been a personal aid to two non verbal children, as well as I currently work at a residential group home with adults with intellectual and development delays/disabilities.
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Special Needs Care

Asheville, NC

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I've worked with youth with autism, add, down's syndrome and seizure disorder, as well as mental illness. I am compassionate, kind and fun.
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MEd In Special Education - Caring

Asheville, NC

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I have over 20 years experience teaching students with various disabilities. I have experience with physical and intellectual disabilities, assistive technology, communication and sensory needs.
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"Retired" Special Education Teacher

Asheville, NC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am "retiring" from working in education for the last 14 years both abroad (Thailand and the United Arab Emirates) and in the US. I say retired, because I am only 35 years old, but am transitioning out of teaching. I have worked in high schools and elementary schools and public, private and charter schools. I am transitioning...
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Special Educator and Mother of Child With Type 1 Diabetes Seeking Full-time Work

Asheville, NC

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$28/hr
10 years experience
I have 15+ years experience working with children and adults with special needs (especially autism) in both educational and community settings. I believe that all people deserve a holistic approach to learning and growing that takes into account their unique cognitive, sensory, social-emotional, and physical needs. I have...
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Recent College Graduate With A Passion In Special Education

Asheville, NC

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Hi, my name is Kaylee. I am 23 years old, l and I have been a professional nanny in Florida for the past 4 years and I am looking for a full time position in Asheville starting in August. A little bit of my work experience: I have only worked in childcare since I was 15 years old. I started off working at an after care system at...
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Caregiver Work Needed

Asheville, NC

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I have worked in a hospital pharmacy for 6 years while in school. I got my certified nursing license in 2014. I have experience working with patients of all ages. I enjoy helping others and I am a very empathetic person.
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Caring Husband And Father Of 3 Loves To Help Those In Need

Asheville, NC

from
$15/hr
I have cared for both my mother and father who both passed from pancreatic cancer. I have experience with giving medication, bathing, cooking, and doing many types of handyman work around the house.
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Teacher And Nature Lover!

Asheville, NC

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$16/hr
7 years experience
I love to work with a variety of kids. I've worked in education for 8 years as both a teacher and tutor. I am CPR trained and also am comfortable with all animals. I love to follow kiddos' passions especially being outside and being crafty.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.77/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Asheville, NC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Ellen M.

Excellent knowledge on education and willingness to help kids succeed!

- Kristi T.

Elizabeth W.

Elizabeth was great with the kids. The kids really loved having her around and were excited for her to come spend time with them. She spent...

- Ryan R.

Amber B.

Babysat for our 1 and 3 year olds while we were on vacation. She was very friendly and willing to be flexible with hours (stay later if...

- Care member

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