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Erica P.


Chapin, SC

$20-30/hr

Autism Experienced

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I've taken care of Autistic children in the past and I have a 21 year son on the spectrum myself. I'm very aware of the broad spectrum these children fall on and not any 2 are the same.
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Robert C.


Chapin, SC

$12-20/hr5 yrs exp

Fun, Active Sitter

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Father of an 11-year-old, looking to help out a local family with their sitting needs. Enjoy being active and having fun with kids, including playing outside. Non-smoker, comfortable with pets, and have my own car. I would be happy to assist with homework and sports practice. I have experience in teaching, coaching, and watching...
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Frances S.


Irmo, SC

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

5.0

(3)

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I am a mother of four college age children with over 20 years of childcare experience. I have worked as a Preschool Teacher, Substitute Teacher for all grades and learning abilities, and a Special Education teacher's Assistant. I have experience babysitting and as a nanny, serving typical children as well as children and young...
5.0
"There are not enough words to express how much Fran means to our family. She is so wonderful with our daughter and with us. She has gone above and beyond, is super flexible and dependable. At a time of big...

Reviewed by Cat C.

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Jane M.


Irmo, SC

$20-25/hr

Part Time Child Care (Babysitting)

5.0

(1)

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Since I was a little girl, my aspiration in life, was to be a Mother. I have several years experience with children with special needs. Finding resources available for any need or task. I had a licensed daycare in Philadelphia, my home town. I worked with Federation Daycare to provide assistance to low income families. Created a...
5.0
"Jane has always demonstrated responsibility, a strong work ethic and tremendous compassion and caring for others."

Reviewed by Joe N.

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Jane M.


Irmo, SC

$17/hr10 yrs exp

20 Years Experience As A Senior Caregiver...branching Out To Babysitting...Errands...Pet Care

5.0

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My life has been based on the Concept, of caring for others in need, or the less fortunate. 20+ years experience as a caregiver for seniors, and children with special needs. As I have taken care of my family, most of my life, I have experience in Tube feeding, Parkinson's, Stroke patients with cognitive and motor difficulties....
5.0
"Extremely dedicated, big hearted and focused . She'll do whatever needs to be done."

Reviewed by Frank N.

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Frances S.


Irmo, SC

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I am a mother of four, three in college, one in High School. I run Charity that raises money for Special Education students in my local school district. I have worked as a Preschool Teacher, a Substitute Teacher for all grades and learning abilities, and a Special Education teacher's Assistant. I have experience babysitting and...
5.0
"Fran has a unique ability to interact with children and adults in such a wonderful way. I worked with her first when she substituted for Teacher's aides. She could make every child smile, while setting success...

Reviewed by Donna G.

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Priscilla G.


Irmo, SC

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Elementary Special Education Teacher For Tutoriing

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Most of my experience has been in Special Education classrooms with children on the Autism Spectrum. I have a great deal of experience with Behavior Modification from working with numerous behaviorists in my district. I've also work in Language Learning Disability classroom. Currently, I work as a In-Class Resource Room teacher...
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Tracy L.


Irmo, SC

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Certified Medical/Nursing Assistant

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I am a certified medical/nursing assistant with 15+ years experience in caring for geriatric and skilled nursing care. I am looking to provide private care at the best of my ability for a loving family's care needs. I am very dependable, reliable, honest, committed, trustworthy and a hard worker.
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June S.


Columbia, SC

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

I'm Here To Help In Anyway I Can!

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I am a CNA/CMA so I and do basic care needs to passing meds if needed. I also have 25 years experience in caring for special need kids and adults.
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Amanda R.


Irmo, SC

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Friendly Special Education Teacher

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Hi! I'm currently a Special Education teacher with a Masters in Literacy. I'm looking for part time nannying/tutoring position. Looking forward to hearing from you!
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Melissa C.


Irmo, SC

$10-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

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Was an Early Interventionist for 4 years with the Aiken SC board of disabilities. Provide one on one developmental therapy in the child's natural environment. Developed positive relationships with families to assist in addressing areas of delay.
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Elizabeth R.


Columbia, SC

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Elizabeth R.

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Hi! I'm Elizabeth, and I have 7+ years of babysitting experience including 3 summers spent as a nanny. I have an undergraduate degree in psychology, and I'm currently earning my MA in behavior analysis. I am comfortable working with clients of all ages and abilities including those with special needs. Professionally, I have 2...
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Grace U.


West Columbia, SC

$12-18/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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.

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Lisa E.


Lexington, SC

$16/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I am a mom of 3 grown children. I have a 25-year-old son. I have 20-year-old twin daughters I worked in healthcare for the last 14 years. I also worked as an assistant with special needs preschool classroom in an elementary school for 2 years when my children were young. I would love to work with children again. I understand the...
5.0
"Lisa has been working with us since January 2023. My daughter has autism and she has been amazing with her! My daughter is going to school full time in August so Lisa will be leaving us and we are SAD! We love...

Reviewed by Care member

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Jessi C.


Lexington, SC

$20/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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" !"

Reviewed by Care member

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Jill Y.


West Columbia, SC

$15/hr9 yrs exp

4.7

(3)

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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
"Jill was awesome to us. Very reliable and dependable. We are a Navy family with a 10, 7 & 5 year old kids and Jill helped them with homework, bus stops runs, pet care, and light meal prep. We moved away is the...

Reviewed by Paulin T.

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Lana K.


Columbia, SC

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

3.0

(2)

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Hello my name is Lana and I am 20 years old, I have been a nanny/babysitter for 8 years now. I have worked with all ages from newborn to 13 years old. I specialize in ages newborn to 12 months but love working with any age group! I also have a daughter of my own and that is 7 months old so to all the new mamas I totally...
5.0
"Lana watched my 2 year old and was great! Trusted her and was very reliable"

Reviewed by Kayla T.

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Abigail S.


West Columbia, SC

$15-28/hr8 yrs exp

Positivity And Smiles Encouraged!

5.0

(1)

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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.

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Jill Y.


West Columbia, SC

$14-20/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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.
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Marian D.


Columbia, SC

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I Have worked for the governors office with special needs kids. I also have certification for adult services and a licensed social worker

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chapin, SC

Frances S.

5.0

Fran was our nanny for our 2 boys for 2.5 years, and she became part of our family! She is absolutely wonderful with our boys and would go over and beyond to care for them and do fun activities. She is kind & compassionate, hard working, intelligent and the daily communication she provided was...

- Devin B.

Jane M.

5.0

Jane has always demonstrated responsibility, a strong work ethic and tremendous compassion and caring for others.

- Joe N.

Jane M.

5.0

Extremely dedicated, big hearted and focused . She'll do whatever needs to be done.

- Frank N.

Frances S.

5.0

Fran has a unique ability to interact with children and adults in such a wonderful way. I worked with her first when she substituted for Teacher's aides. She could make every child smile, while setting success expectations. She made great connections with both verbal and nonverbal children. I...

- Donna G.

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.

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