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Stacey H.'s Photo

Durham, NC

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I worked in a medical office for 20 years. I have worked as a caregiver for 5 years to people with Alzheimer's. I can cook meals, clean, administer medications, and run errands. I currently care for an elderly man during the week at night. I have worked in my church's nursery for over 10 years and have taught Sunday school. I...
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Pandwe K.'s Photo

Durham, NC

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$30/hr
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse who works over 20 years with experience supporting children with special care needs in clinical, home, and educational settings. Skilled in providing individualized care, medication administration, behavioral support, and effective communication with families and multidisciplinary...
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Respectful, Dependable Care

Durham, NC

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$25/hr
3 years experience
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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Lucas G.'s Photo

Durham, NC

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$8/hr
I have no formal experience caring for special needs individuals. As a patient and empathetic individual, I thought this might be a good way to give back to my community and help those in need. As a child I was friends with multiple individuals who were autistic and not functional. I will work quickly to learn any specialized...
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Lindsay B.'s Photo

Durham, NC

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$20/hr
I have experience supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, ADHD, Alzheimer's and dementia, paralysis, post-polio syndrome, mental health conditions, developmental disabilities, and severe allergies. I provide patient, compassionate, and individualized care while recognizing that every person has unique strengths,...
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Susan K.'s Photo

Durham, NC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am a compassionate caregiver with over 20 years of experience providing quality care to seniors and individuals with disabilities. I Specialize in person care, mobility assistance, companionship, and supporting those with dementia, stroke, PTSD, and end-of-life needs. My passion is ensuring clients feel safe, valued, and...
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Audrina B.'s Photo

Durham, NC

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$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have assisted the elderly, adults and children with special needs with daily tasks such as cooking, cleaning, taking to appointments, grocery shopping, assisting with learning, etc. I have tried other job fields years prior and they never felt fulfilling, when I begin working with those with special needs I felt fulfilled...
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ABA RBT

Durham, NC

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! I'm Joanne. I've been working in the ABA field for collective 10+ years. I've got my 40 hours training in ABA therapy and do have my NC state RBT certification, which is valid until May 4, 2028. I have 1000's of hours experience working in home, clinical and in school settings. I have worked with children from ages...
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Caretaker

Durham, NC

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have years of experience working with children and elderly with all sorts of different needs. I've worked as an assistant to special needs kids, and as a caregiver to people with dementia. I used to nanny and am always helping take care of my infant niece and toddler nephew. I can assure you that whatever it is your loved one...
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Caring, Laugh-creating Babysitter!

Durham, NC

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$13/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Brittany and I am a 28-year-old female in the Durham-Chapel Hill area. I currently work in the pediatric intensive care unit at UNC! I absolutely love children, as evidenced by my passion in pediatric nursing. During high school and in my early years of college, I worked at a summer camp for children with special...
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Mom Of Four With 20+ Years Experience

Durham, NC

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
I am a mom of four with more than 20 years of childcare experience. I was a medical foster parent for seven years, and have adopted kids with medical needs, so I am comfortable handling a range of special needs. I have also completed extensive parenting/childcare education as a foster parent. Before becoming a parent myself, I...
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Maya T.'s Photo

Durham, NC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there! I recently graduated from Duke School of Medicine with an MD and MHS degree, and am currently completing a gap year before starting Pediatrics residency in July 2026. I'm hoping to work with people of all ages who are looking for an empathetic and experienced caregiver with extensive medical training and a very...
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Tsianna T.'s Photo

Durham, NC

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi! I'm Tsianna -a compassionate and experienced childcare provider with several years of hands-on experience supporting children of all ages, including those with special needs. I have a strong background working with kids on the autism spectrum and understand the importance of patience, structure, consistency, and...
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Chapman B.'s Photo

Durham, NC

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I'm Chapman, a student at Duke University with a passion for working with children and creating safe, joyful, and encouraging environments where they can grow. I believe creativity and play are incredibly important parts of childhood development, and I love helping kids build confidence, kindness, curiosity, and independence...
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Morgan N.'s Photo

Durham, NC

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
I have known I love to work with children as long as I can remember and have had so many wonderful opportunities and experiences to help develop this passion! I grew up with my five younger siblings and began working as an afterschool caregiver for children with special needs in high school. I earned my bachelor's degree in...
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Hello My Name Is Gregory

Durham, NC

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$13/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as fun, kind, and passionate. I like working with kids because they haven't experienced the crazy parts of life yet so as an adult in their life it gives me a chance to prepare them. It's all about leaving a lasting impact for me I'm looking for a job that is not only for a paycheck. I love working...
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On-call Babysitter

Durham, NC

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$10/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
I was a nanny for three children ages 1, 3, and 5 for the summer of 2017. Since then I have babysat those children a few times a month as well as for a few other families. I have babysat for children from the ages of 1-12, usually with two or three kids. I have babysat a 5-year-old with special needs multiple times and know how...
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Gabrielle J.'s Photo

Durham, NC

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$40/hr
15 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have over 20 years of experience taking care of up to four kids at a time. I have looked after kids ages newborn to 13. I enjoy helping kids with their homework and other educational and extracurricular activities. I'm a very kind, responsible and fun-loving caregiver. Your kids will always be in safe hands and entertained...
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airess O.'s Photo

Durham, NC

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Airess and I am 20 years old. I have been working in childcare since I was 16, babysitting and teaching in a small classroom ranging from ages 0-2 years old. I love to teach kids and enjoy watching them grow. I have had my drivers license for 2 years and have my own car. I'd be more than willing to do any...
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Care For Children

Durham, NC

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I am a mom of four adult kids, two with special needs. I have experience with children of all ages and love engaging with kids. My experience with autism and seizure disorders has given me a great skill set and a calm temperament. Working with kids, and providing a safe environment for them, is very rewarding and it allows me to...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.8

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