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I currently work as an Early Interventionist for BabyNet/DDSN, serving Charleston county homes, schools, and daycare centers. I am seeking additional opportunities on evenings and weekends. I also teach swimming, voice, and music lessons. I have been in Charleston for almost 5 years and have been taking care of kids of varying...
Sandy B. says "Grace has been a true blessing. She is reliable and always going above and beyond. She understands everyone has unique abilities and is very empathetic,...
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- $20/hr
I am a kind and caring person. I have experience with special needs from working at a children's home. We had children from all walks of life with all manner of issues. My daughter is a special needs teacher in North Carolina and I often visit with her and her class. I simply love caring for others.
Care Member says "Joni is a loving caretaker to my daughter. She is professional, punctual and trustworthy. I highly recommend Joni!!!"
I am an Exceptional Education teacher with 22 years of experience with students with varying exceptionalities including Autism spectrum, Down Syndrome, Specific Learning Disabilities, Intellectual/Cognitive Disabilities, seizure disorders, and other various genetic disorders. I have worked with individuals with disabilities . I...
Marilynn M. says "We had Kellie hang out with our adult son with autism and he immediately loved her and so did we! I cannot wait to hire Kellie again. I get the...
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
I'm Destiny , I'm 25, and I have over five years of experience with Kids as early as six months to as old as 12 years.
My occupation is a registered behavioral technician, I've been working with special needs kids and kids with behaviors for almost 4 years now. I've worked in clinics and schools, I have experience, teaching...
Care Member says "We had a wonderful experience with Destiny. She was always on time, engaged with our daughter, and is such a kind person. We would definitely hire her...
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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I started working with children in a professional setting in 2012 while volunteering at a pre-school twice a week for 6 months. Later on, I trained as a C. I. T. with Newtown Parks and Recreation to then become a camp counselor for the summers of 2019 and 2020. I worked 5 times a week, mainly with a group of 7 to 10-year-old...
Care Member says "I had the pleasure of supervising Jordan for a number of years when she served as a camp counselor at our Treadwell Park Summer Day Camp. Jordan is...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi, I'm Emily!
I have been babysitting/nannying for 15+ years. I'm currently a certified and licensed Physician Assistant, and am looking to use my free time and flexible work schedule to help local families with child care! I graduated from Clemson University in 2015 with honors, then graduated from Medical University of South...
Elizabeth F. says "Emily babysat for my 3 children and we all loved her! Kids were happy, house was clean, Emily was extremely polite and I felt very secure leaving her...
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! I'm Stephanie and I'm a resident at MUSC. My childcare experience consists of date-night/one-time sitting for 3 years, and spending 1 full as a full-time nanny for a child with special needs. I have worked with kids of all ages, typically ranging from 2-10. I am comfortable with light housework, making meals, getting ready...
Jorge P. says "Stephanie was an amazing babysitter for us last fall for a family wedding. We used her for multiple nights. She was extremely flexible and accommodated all...
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- $16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
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I started as a babysitter at age 14. I helped with my nephew and nieces while their parents worked. I really enjoyed the experience with them and watching them learn. I have worked with a lot of different children over the years, from newborn to teenagers. I have also taken a class on early childhood education. I had a live-in...
Porcher S. says "Pam worked as a housekeeper for me. She was extremely reliable. She was able to work independently and I would consider her work to be at a higher level...
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I am a senior nursing student at Charleston Southern University and have been babysitting all ages since I was 10. I use a gentle childcare approach based on your parenting style. I would love to take care of your little ones! I am certified in CPR and pediatric epilepsy. I also have experience with special needs. Please...
Kelsey B. says "Priscilla is an incredible babysitter! Not only is she extremely dependable, but she also has such a warm and magnetic personality that made our boys feel...
Hi! I am a recent College of Charleston graduate looking to stay in Charleston for one more year! I am experienced with caring for children. I was a camp counselor for 5 years and led the activities and lessons! I've always had a passion for helping and leading others. Understanding people and empathizing with their needs is at...
Hello! My name is Rachel and I am looking for a summer nannying position. I love working with children. I have experience with all ages of children starting at 2 months. I graduated from Westfield State University with a bachelor's in Special Education along with a MA Teaching License. I currently work in the Newton Public...
I have over 3 years of experience being a Pediatric/Cardiac ICU registered nurse where I work daily with children with CHD, feeding tubes, T1 diabetes, seizure disorders, developmental disorders, etc. I absolutely love my job and I feel so thankful to be able to take care of kiddos, however, recently I have become interested in...
My experience working as a caregiver for individuals with special needs began in 2014 while in my undergraduate (graduated with a BA in Psychology). I began nannying these two boys, one who had Autism. He was 5 years old and not in school. During my time with him, I would teach him things that he would generally learn in school...
I worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for 2+ years doing similar duties. I have extensive experience working with children with disabilities of all ages. I led a summer camp group for kids with varying disabilities and was a caretaker for a nonverbal child with down-syndrome and autism. This has been a passion of mine for as...
Hi! Some of my best qualities are that I am very positive, creative and love kids. I have over 3 years of babysitting experience. I have an aunt with William Syndrome and an adorable 1-year-old niece that made me want to pursue a career in helping children. I have worked as a TA for extended schooling for kids with ASD. I am...
I have experience working with youth with autism and other developmental disabilities in an academic setting. I also have worked with youth in a residential setting, who experience behavioral challenges and disorders. I am a very patient caring and understanding person who is eager to provide support and care for a family in...
Hello, my name is Riley and I am a special education major at Clemson University. I work with students who have special needs all the time in schools where I student teach. I love helping them and they bring me joy every time I spent time with them. I worked at a summer camp the past 2 summers that had children with special...
Hello wonderful families! My name is Katie F. and I am a current Occupational Therapy Doctorate Student at MUSC who is super passionate about working with children. I am a dependable, creative, energetic and caring person who thrives off of the energy of kiddos! I received my undergraduate degree from Appalachian State...
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- $15/hr
I am a yoga teacher with a background in social work. I have a vast experience working children, from special needs, neurologically different, at-risk, neglected, and neurotypical. I can keep up with active teenagers or still quietly and read to a toddler. I have a warm inviting energy that most people find comforting. I am...
Those with special needs hold a special place in my heart. My brother is severely Autistic, OCD and has extreme food allergies. He is non-verbal and will never be able to live alone. Through this experience of having him as a brother, I understand that parents of special needs deserve time not to worry and to relax. I am a fast...
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83 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $17.70/hr as of August 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.9
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Special Needs Caregivers in Charleston, SC are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 83 listed special needs caregivers
Grace C.
Grace has been a true blessing. She is reliable and always going above and beyond. She understands everyone has unique abilities and is very...
- Sandy B.
Joni A.
Joni is a loving caretaker to my daughter. She is professional, punctual and trustworthy. I highly recommend Joni!!!
- Care member
Kellie O.
We had Kellie hang out with our adult son with autism and he immediately loved her and so did we! I cannot wait to hire Kellie again. I...
- Marilynn M.
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