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Christine Z.

Loving Childcare Provider With Experience Caring For Children With Special Needs

Candler, NC

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
1 year experience
I have an Elementary Education Teaching Certification from NC. I have taken many college level courses about caring for children with special needs and I have experience caring for them in classroom and home settings. I am very patient, caring and loving and find it personally rewarding to care for all children.

James W. says "Christine currently works for me at E. Charter School. She is great with all ages of kids that we serve here, Kindergarten through 8th grade. She has many...

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Candler, NC

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'm an outgoing, positive, compassionate person. I have over 20 years experience as a caregiver for seniors and children. I have a heart for person's with special needs and enjoy connecting with and helping them.
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Arden, NC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
For 15 years, I've dedicated myself to nurturing young minds and supporting families. My passion lies in fostering children's growth and development, and making a real difference in their lives. I'm patient, calm, creative, friendly, and approachable. I provide daily written reports, share updates at pickup, and am always...

Christy F. says "Rebecca has been wonderful with our kids. Very attentive, active, punctual, dependable, and an overall genuine person. Highly recommended!"

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Arden, NC

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello my name is Liza. I have over 25 years of professional childcare experience to include special education instructor, Montessori assistant, nanny, in-home daycare provider, mother of two girls ages 12 and 9. I have worked with all ages infant-teen. Thank you for your consideration, looking forward to meeting your family.
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Asheville, NC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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RN / Mom / Care Provider / Special Needs OK

Asheville, NC

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Love kids and elders (pets great too!) Happy to diversify and care for all sorts of people. Have some pediatric nursing care experience - most of my experience is from being a mother though :D NC RN
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Very experienced and dependable nanny looking for children to love

Canton, NC

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I actually go by my middle name, Melissa. I have over 20 years of experience with all ages, including infants. I was a therapeutic foster parent for about 16 months and a special needs foster parent for 9 years. I have worked in a daycare, volunteered in a preschool, worked in elementary and middle schools with special needs and...
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Arden, NC

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$12/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Aside from helping with my younger cousins and sister, I have experience in a classroom and with special needs children. I was a part of Teacher Cadets my senior year of high school, and during that class I gained experience with children of all ages and needs. I love animals and am good with house keeping duties. I have a...
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Nanny/Sitter

Canton, NC

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a current nursing student in my first year, and have roughly 3-4 years of experience with children. I have worked as a camp counselor back in 2014/15 with all ages from 5-13 years old, followed by working as a pediatric nursing assistant in home health care with ages 3 months and 8 months. I am CPR certified, and have...
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Asheville, NC

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
Thoughtful and kind woman in her late 20's, experienced in caretaking roles such as childcare, dementia care, & direct support for adults with special needs.
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Asheville, NC

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I am an Asheville native, 22 years old. I have had three years of education at WCU in SPED general and adapted curriculum. I have experience working in a developmental day program with toddlers. I am passionate about working with and advocating for people with special needs and especially those who communicate differently. I...
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Senior Caregiver/ Companion

Asheville, NC

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$10/hr
Companionship
dementia
mobility assistance
personal care
specialized care
+ 1 more
I currently care for a special needs child who is starting back at school part time. I cared for my grandparents at the end of their life and have loved working with seniors. I'm comfortable taking directions me learning whatever needs to be adjusted to. I am a kind and fun companion.
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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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Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Canton, NC

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my nickname is Clove (legal first name is Charity) Over the past 25yrs I've worked as a caregiver/CNA in private home/nursing home/hospital settings. I've cared for clients of all ages suffering from depression, learning disorders, blindness, deafness, brain and limb injuries, diabetes, forms of cancer, Dementia,...
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Experienced, Enthusiastic, Reliable Caretaker

Asheville, NC

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$17/hr
10 years experience
My love and passion for enriching the lives of children combined with experience and education in childcare makes me uniquely suited for this position. Through teaching, counseling and nursing I have gained a rich history of knowledge to enhance the care I give. Right now, as an ABA therapist, I provide behavior therapy and...
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Arden, NC

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$21/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
+ 1 more
20 years experience of in home care for infants, school aged, special need adults , special needs children and elderly care. For most of my adult life I have always cared for someone. I went to school for Clinical Massage Therapy in 2012 and graduated with Honors. I will put your loved ones at ease and care for your home and...
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Asheville, NC

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am an outpatient therapist that works with a variety of ages. I started out in this field by working as one on one support with teenagers with special needs. I am CPR and first aid trained. Fluent in ASL.
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Bubbly Caregiver, Who Loves To Provide Fun Services.

Arden, NC

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$19/hr
5 years experience
My name is Jessica, I have a Home Health Care Company. I have 5 years of experience with working with clients with disabilities such as Autism, Bipolar Disorder, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Lou Gehrigs Disease and others. I'm able to assist with feeding, (G-tube) Personal Hygiene, Seizure protocols, Dressing Assistance, ADLS,...
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Skilled And Trusted Caregiver

Leicester, NC

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a vast array of experience in the medical field, and feel comfortable and confident in my ability to provide compassionate and competent care for any individual no matter their age or ability. With over 30 years experience from mother/baby to med/surg and ICU, I have provided professional support to all age groups and...
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Summertime Special Needs Caregiver

Arden, NC

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$12/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Melanie C. and I am a 20-year-old college student at Western Carolina University. I have over five years of childcare experience in general working with both atypical and neurotypical children. I would be pleased to provide my resume and references, along with any other documentation you may require. Thank you!
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $12.50/hr as of December 2025

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Candler, NC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Christine Z.

Christine currently works for me at E. Charter School. She is great with all ages of kids that we serve here, Kindergarten through 8th...

- James W.

Rebecca V.

Rebecca has been wonderful with our kids. Very attentive, active, punctual, dependable, and an overall genuine person. Highly recommended!

- Christy F.

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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