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10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is Portia and I have over 18 years of experience with special needs, therefore I know the importance of having a caring, reliable and trustworthy caregiver. My specialty includes Autism, ADHD, Mental health. My care includes multi sensory tutoring, behavioral modification and ABA therapy. Contact me today for a...
Adam B. says "Portia learned very quickly how to help care for my quadriplegic husband. She is dependable and it's been a great help for me to have her."
I have had the opportunity of working with special ed autistic children in the school system as well as in private duty homes. I Have worked with all populations of special needs as well as caring for the elderly with illness and ailments, of all and truly found it to be very rewarding. I have been a CNA for 15 years and have...
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6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hi, thank you for your interest! I am very kind, caring and nurturing. I treat each of my clients as if they're my own family. I've worked with special needs children and seniors with a variety of ailments for several years. I am especially skilled in dementia care, mobility assistance and wound and medication management. I also...
Julia S. says "Ainslei supported me for four days during my first week of recovery after getting ACL reconstruction surgery on my knee. She was amazingly helpful, kind...
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
** I am unfortunately/fortunately leaving for the Air Force and am no longer seeking employment. Best of luck in finding the perfect caregiver for your family!**
My name is Tess and I have been caring for children since, well, since I was one myself. With 3 brothers and 19 cousins on one side alone, I can't remember a time when...
Tenley A. says "There is NO ONE better than Tess! She has been such a blessing in our lives and a true game changer. She goes above and beyond every single day, is never...
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5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Abigail (friends and family call me Aj). I just moved to Columbia, SC, and I am looking for additionally work opportunities on top of my teaching assistantship at UofSC. I have been babysitting for about 6 years, and tutoring for 3 years. I am currently getting a Master's degree for English education. Prior to this, I...
Michael M. says "Abby has been amazing , our schedule is very inconsistent and she is always super helpful even if it's last minute, she's extremely responsible and the...
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
My name is Lauren. I live in Columbia just beind the V. A hospital. I am 37 years old with years of experence with Children of all ages. MY CPR and FIRST AID isn't current, however willing to make it current. I have 68+ credit hours in Early Childhood Eduaction with a background in special needs.
I don't mind traveling with...
Christie C. says "Lauren has been so great to our family. She is wonderful with children. We feel so comfortable with her having our boys. I feel so lucky that we found...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hi MY Name Is Lotoya I've Been Working With Children. Through Out My Whole 15 Year's Of My Working Career. This Is Something I Have Alway's Been Passionate About. From Minor To Severe Disabilitie's. I Work With Richland One School District As A Teacher Assistant. With Special Need Kid's For The Last 9 Years I Treat These Kid's...
Special Needs
I have been educated and trained in the area of diverse learners and needs. Not only is it my passion, I am absolutely committed to making the lives of those with diverse needs the best that it can possibly be. Not only will my care be immaculate, you can trust that we will have a great time together.
My name is Rachel and I am looking for work in an area that is very near and dear to me. I am one of 7 siblings, 5 of whom have significant disabilities, both physical and cognitive. I, myself, had my leg amputated when I was 9 years old and remember well all the wonderful people who cared for me and nurtured me along the way. I...
I am a nursing student that has experience working with children in and outside the hospital. I have taken care of special needs children from newborn and up. The latest person I worked for had a developmentally delayed 7 year old and 6 month old. I am also well experienced being a nanny/babysitter for several ages. I have great...
I have over 10 years of experience caring for the elderly as well as children. I've worked for United Cerebral Palsy and SC Mentor beginning at age 21. I have also worked for Three Rivers Behavioral Health beginning at age 18. Left in good standing with management. References are available upon request.
Let me know how I can...
Hi my name is Princess I'm a current CNA/MA in the Rock Hill area I've over 20 years of experience work with & in the Geriatric, Dementia, & Rehabilitation community. I currently work at a skilled facility in the rock hill area. I enjoy my career & all the wonderful families I have came in contact with over the years.
I have a...
I have worked with special needs before. I have a degree in psychology and have been a social worker.
I am excellent at working with people with communication issues and spectrum disorders. I can learn quickly how to adapt to specific needs.
I am also familiar with helping people with mobility issues and comfortable helping...
Every child deserves to experience the joy and playfulness of childhood. I am prepared to aid and assist in any way I can to help provide that for any child I work with.
I went to school for early childhood but then later discovered that my passion was for hair and cooking
I'm a recent college graduate with two years of experience in caregiving. My previous experiences gave me exposure to working in a variety of settings with individuals with varying needs. I've worked with individuals that were very limited in movement (Muscular Dystrophy) and those who had significantly more independence...
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Hello there! Are you looking for a senior assistant? I have the experience you are looking for. I have taken take of several seniors whether it be at the residency or just to take them out to get whatever they need. I can assist most needs. I have experience with autism, comfort care for cancer, meal prep, cooking, cleaning, bed...
I am a social worker currently receiving a graduate education in Rehabilitation Counseling at the University of South Carolina. I specialize in working with children and adolescents with mental health disorders, ADHD, ADD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder, but am flexible and comfortable with whatever your needs are.
I am currently a second year student at the University of South Carolina, studying exercise science on a pre-occupational therapy track. I was very closely involved with Special Olympics in high school, and volunteered at the local, state, and international level. In addition, I served on the state leadership team my senior...
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I am willing to work with any child who has a disability. I am very patient and would love to help special needs. My hours are flexible and so is the cost. Please do not hesitate to contact me!! Thanks
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $16.98/hr as of March 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Columbia, SC
Special Needs Caregivers in Columbia, SC are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Portia M.
Portia learned very quickly how to help care for my quadriplegic husband. She is dependable and it's been a great help for me to have her.
- Adam B.
Ainslei P.
Ainslei supported me for four days during my first week of recovery after getting ACL reconstruction surgery on my knee. She was amazingly...
- Julia S.
Tess M.
There is NO ONE better than Tess! She has been such a blessing in our lives and a true game changer. She goes above and beyond every single...
- Tenley A.
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