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10 years experience·
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I am a compassionate professional with several years experience working with children diagnosed with mental and physical disabilities. The age groups I have provided services are from infancy to college level. I have worked diligently for over 20 years providing, instruction, medication, therapeutic activities and vocational...
Terry W. says "Very responsive and professional!"
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10 years experience·
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Hello,
I have a big heart, I am honest and a hard worker, responsible and energetic.
I have very good experience, I have a good driving record and I love to work with seniors and kids and special needs, I am an outgoing
person.
I can also prepare the dinner for the family I am a good cook and I love to keep the house very...
Abida K. says "Awatif was excellent in all the support and help she provided to our elderly mother. She was always punctual, courteous and professional. She is energetic,...
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7 years experience·
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Hi! My name is Kelsey. I live in Providence and I have been an ABA therapist for about five years. I also have a brother with Asperger's, and can empathize with some of the daily struggles. I have worked with kids of all abilities as young as 18 months, up into adulthood! I understand the importance of consistency and have RBT...
Karl W. says "Kelsey worked with our son for a period of time in early 2023 and was incredibly effective, resourceful, and gifted at connecting with and coaching our son....
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10 years experience·
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Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
In my spare time, I like to spend time with my children. I have 2 teens and a 7-year-old that I enjoy being around and creating memories with. Before my own children, I loved reading books but as many parents know, reading for hours on end is a luxury of time many don't have. I still love reading just can't indulge as much as I...
Care Member says "Janaye was just great! She came in to our home like she was a part of us with no hesitation. Our two boys absolutely loved her energy, kindness and...
Professional, Reliable, And Fun Babysitting With A Licensed Nurse In Your Home Or Mine
Durham, NC
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- $20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am a 36-year-old BSN RN with over 10 years of experience specifically in pediatric emergency nursing. I am excited to provide you with fun, professional, and reliable child care for all ages! I have experience with children with special needs, including autism and cystic fibrosis. My goal is to provide security and peace of...
Grayson L. says "Carolina did a wonderful job! Would hire again in a heartbeat. She was polite, on time, very nice and definitively knew what she was doing. She and M....
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Currently fully booked! pls check back in spring/ summer - 2026. Social worker & mom! Offering family-assistant/parent companion, infant/baby caregiving, research/admin related to pregnancy, family life & parenthood, personal chef services (vegetarian, can do-GF/dairy free), pregnancy & post-birth parent companionship, household...
Hannah A. says "We hired Erin a few months before we had our first child, and it was best decision we made as we prepared to grow our family. If I had to choose three...
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hey! I'm Kalysta.
I recently moved to Durham for school, I am a Master's candidate at Duke and a JD candidate at the UNC School of Law.
I have worked for the past three years as a caregiver for a girl with special needs. I am also a certified Guardian Ad Litem with 3 years of experience representing children in the foster...
Michael M. says "Kalysta worked for us as a caregiver for our daughter. While our daughter is on the higher functioning end of special needs, it is no light...
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a 51-year-old loving mom of young adults with over 25 years of versatile teaching and childcare experience. I am a Certified Postpartum Doula.
CPR/First Aid certified, Early Childhood Credentials 1 and 2. Courses include Social Psychology, Educational Psychology, Developmental Psychology, and Abnormal Psychology....
Holly W. says "Heather worked with our family for 1 year watching our 4 year old and 2 year old. She is exceptionally patient, intuitive, dependable and flexible. Her...
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am currently available for part time, with some flexibility in my schedule.
A bit about myself. I am a Mom of two. My kids were both adopted from China. They were considered special needs adoptions requiring many surgeries. They have had 35 surgeries between the two of them. They are thriving and are fantastic young adult...
Ciara Z. says "Rhonda has been such a great nanny to our son! She is caring, detail oriented, and has been so careful during the pandemic. We have loved having Rhonda...
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9 years experience·
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My name is Nicholas and I am a middle school special education teacher for Orange County Schools. I teach at A. L. Stanback school and have just finished my tenth year teaching. My experience is with individuals, ages 8 and above with significant and multiple cognitive and physical disabilities. I have experience with tube...
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10 years experience·
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Kristi is a specialized childcare provider who works with children with disabilities to support development through multiple therapies in the natural/home setting. Kristi has supported families, in a variety of capacities, for over 15 years. A few disabilities she has experience with include, Autism, Epilepsy, Genetic Disorders,...
10+ years of experience in caring for individuals with learning differences, developmental/cognitive challenges, and/or medical needs as an educator and relative caregiver. Expertise in providing care for individuals on the spectrum.
Hello! My name is Elizabeth and I am interested in working with you and your family. I have worked as a nanny for 4 years now and have loved every second of it. Most recently, I have been nannying two young boys, one with Down's syndrome. I loved working with them and became part of the family. I aspire to be a kindergarten...
I am a compassionate, certified and licensed occupational therapy assistant with a friendly, laid-back personality. As an independent neurodivergent adult with mild cerebral palsy, I have the privilege and responsibility to serve and advocate for those with special needs without the ability to self-advocate. I am passionate...
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Hi! My name is Chinwendu! I have a lot of experience caring for children and elderly people. I do not have specific experience caring for special needs, but I am very willing and eager to learn and research extensively both before and while being in your home. I personally know several people with ASD/ADHD, and they are some of...
I have worked with a variety of populations that have special needs in my Occupational Therapy clinical experience. I also have been a babysitter for a family with a son with autism. I love working with individuals with special needs because of the beautiful way they see the world and how much I learn from being around them.
I have experience as a paraprofessional caregiver for special needs adults and children. The bulk of my experience is with autism spectrum disorder but I am also familiar with ADHD and epilepsy. I am CPR certified and I have been trained to attend to seizures. In addition to providing support for learning and living, I provide...
Hello,
I am a nursing student finishing up my nursing degree in the next two months and awaiting licensure. In the mean time, I am looking for side jobs taking care of individuals with special needs, children, and/or post surgery patients. Currently available on weekends and evenings. My availability will become more flexible in...
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I have been a personal care provider for over 12 years and received my CNA license. I've worked with a variety of children and adults and will be a great asset to your needs.
I've helped care for people with dementia, been an aide to a Deaf person, and assisted a blind person with household tasks and errands.
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61 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of August 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.8
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Durham, NC
Special Needs Caregivers in Durham, NC are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 61 listed special needs caregivers
Marzeter M.
Very responsive and professional!
- Terry W.
Awatif D.
Awatif was excellent in all the support and help she provided to our elderly mother. She was always punctual, courteous and professional....
- Abida K.
Kelsey M.
Kelsey worked with our son for a period of time in early 2023 and was incredibly effective, resourceful, and gifted at connecting with and...
- Karl W.
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