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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...
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- $20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
Hello! My name is Taleen, and I am a pediatrics nursing assistant at MUSC. I am BLS and CPR certified and primarily work with children with special needs and disabilities! I am apart of developmental-behavioral peds research team at MUSC as well and certified ABA therapist! I love to play whether it's inside with legos and...
Elizabeth T. says "Taleen was great! She was very engaged with the kids and very responsive. She is willing to help out with things around the house as well."
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Over the past 10 years, I've worked as a babysitter, pet sitter, lifeguard, camp counselor, sports coach, and nanny. I'm comfortable with all animals and ages of children as long as they like to have some fun (of course fun being whatever your child enjoys). I recently graduated from Duke's Doctor of Physical Therapy program and...
Amyclaire B. says "My daughter adored Kat, she had a lot of fun and was sad when Kat left. I immediately trusted Kat and appreciated that she showed up early and had a...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
**I am a full time SLP so currently only available for date night positions.
I began babysitting for friends and family at age 12. I volunteered at camp for children with special needs for 5 years, have tutored kindergarten and first grade, and spent 2 years during undergrad working in a daycare, with children ranging in age...
Lauren O. says "Alyssa has been working with us for over 2 years now and our daughter LOVES seeing her. She is professional, always on time, and takes amazing care of...
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- $16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
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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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- $25/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a professional nanny with a degree in Child Development and experience as a kindergarten teacher. I specialize in creating a homeschool-style, play-based learning environment where children feel supported, engaged, and excited to learn.
With a background in dance, Zumba instruction, and princess performance, I love...
Care Member says "We have a 4 year old and a 5 month old puppy. Ozlem did amazing with both. She helped was a great help so we could get out for a date night! Highly...
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...
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- $10/hr
I don't have any paid experience with special needs children, other than my own 2 very colicky babies. It was very challenging. I am very patient, have basic medical/first aid knowledge, and am good at caring and soothing children. All of which I think would be beneficial in caring for a special needs child.
I am a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with a passion for working with the special needs population. I am experienced in all age groups and a majority of conditions.
Hello! My name is Olivia and I recently moved back to PA from NC. I am a certified special educator in NC with 2 years of teaching experience and have also done private tutoring in life skills in the past. I love children and seeing them meet their goals. I believe strongly in the power of yet! I can't wait to meet you and your...
My name is Melodi, or Mel. I am a dedicated person to helping people with special needs. I have experience working in high medical groups homes and stabilization sites with children with special needs. I have experience with autism, mental retardation, cerebral palsy, seizure disorder, strokes, blindness, add/adhd, intellectual...
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...
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...
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- $20/hr
2 years experience
I am currently earning my Master's degree in Special Education, and I plan to attend occupational therapy school following graduation. I was hired on as a temporary nurse's aide at a nursing home in the spring of 2021 during the height of COVID. I helped residents with everything from changing, bathing, transferring, and of...
Every summer during high school, I spent a week volunteering at a camp for "differently able children," the majority of whom were on the Autism spectrum. This began my passion for working with those with special needs.
Before my senior year, I spent the summer as a personal care assistant for a child with severe mobility...
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- $10/hr
10 years experience
I have been a special needs caregiver for over 25 years. I am compassionate about being a special needs caregiver because it gives me great pleasure to see them succeed in life from learning to brush their teeth or just to enjoy the sunshine on their face, and just to see them thrive in life.
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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...
I'm a mother of 5 mostly grown children, have a degree in Speech Language Pahology and have also taught 1st and 2nd grade in a private school setting for over 12 years. I am looking for part time work; I love serving children and families.
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61 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $18.36/hr as of May 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.7
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Charleston, SC
Special Needs Caregivers in Charleston, SC are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 61 listed special needs caregivers
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.
Taleen P.
Taleen was great! She was very engaged with the kids and very responsive. She is willing to help out with things around the house as well.
- Elizabeth T.
Jordan S.
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....
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