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Abigail S.

Playful With Kids, Helpful With Parents!

Elgin, SC

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
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...

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Sister Of Special Needs Child

Elgin, SC

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$13/hr
3 years experience
My brother is special needs specifically Autistic but has also struggled with seizures, ADHD, hypersensitivity, social anxiety, etc. I'm the best candidate because I've dealt with these types of things my whole life and they are normal to me :) I'm currently a Pre-Pa student at Florida State University aspiring to focus on...
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Whenever You Need Me I'll Be There

Elgin, SC

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, I'm an experienced nanny/babysitter/staff nurse for all ages (including special needs). I'm currently obtaining my masters in nursing and need something that allows me time to study. I've held many different jobs in sitting, restaurants, hospitals, and volunteering but I need something that works with my studying hours....
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Part-time Caregiver With Over 15 Years Experience

Blythewood, SC

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have 4 children of my own. The ages range 2, 6, 10, and 12. My 3 oldest children have a special learning disability that requires a lot of patience. I also have 21 nieces and nephews ranging from 3 months to 18 years old whom I am very close to all of them. I have 15 years of babysitting experience. I'm fun and full of energy...
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Blythewood, SC

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
I have 8 years of experience working with infants and kids up to 6-year-olds with and without special needs. I have worked as an Early Interventionist, daycare teacher as well as in the school system. I have my own bundle of joy and would love a more flexible opportunity where I can still help and care for children.
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CNA/Companion

Columbia, SC

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$8/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
respite care
transportation
Hi I'm Cassandra , I've been in healthcare for 33 years. I've worked with seniors and special needs. I enjoy what I do because I love to help people.
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Experienced, Loving, Caring Nanny

Blythewood, SC

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I'm 34 years old and have been taking care of children since my baby brother was born at 13. I then began steady babysitting jobs at 17- on. Right now I am full time nanny and CPR certified.
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Columbia, SC

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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with years of experience supporting individuals of all ages, including those with special needs. My approach is rooted in patience, understanding, and respect, always focusing on each person's unique abilities and goals. I am skilled in providing daily living assistance, behavior...
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Blythewood, SC

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have 10yrs experience taking care of the special needs. ranging from ABA therapy, speech delay and cognitive, physical and OT. I'm very patience. I have my diploma in special needs and love working with children and adults. I have 3 children who have a learning disabilities so I attend meetings on a regular. I understand how...
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Lugoff, SC

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Noshuwa and I believe we are all uniquely make. Currently I'm a certified nursing assistant and have a degree in Human Services with over 10 years experience with special needs. My other qualities are being patient, loving and kind. I would love to know how I could help
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Special Needs Care Provider

Columbia, SC

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$25/hr
7 years experience
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...
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Columbia, SC

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$13/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have a lot of experience for special needs and will provide extra nurturing while parents are out and will make sure everything is the same how the parents run the house.
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Blythewood, SC

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$14/hr
2 years experience
Hi, I'm available for laundry (wash & fold), errands, grocery shop on Sun - Tues. Let me know what you need & I'll be more than happy to assist you. I'm very dependable. Trustworthy. No criminal background. No drugs/alcohol.
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Nanny

Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
** 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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Special Needs Warrior

Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
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."

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Columbia, SC

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
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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Friendly, Calm And Attentive Assistant

Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
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...

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Camden, SC

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Bringing over a decade of experience working with children, I'm eager to provide a nurturing and engaging environment for your family. My background includes Early Childhood Education (ECE) and coursework in Early Child Development. I'm also certified in First Aid Training and CPR Training. I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board...

Sarah O. says "Kim was an awesome nanny for our infant son! She kept our child from 5 months until he was 8 months old (prior to COVID and me being able to work from...

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Columbia, SC

3.5(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
My name is Lauren. I live in Columbia just beind the V. A hospital. I am 36 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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Columbia, SC

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! Im Jennings and I am a sophomore at the University of South Carolina! My five years of babysitting experience have solidified my desire to positively impact young lives and support families. I have worked with non verbal, special needs kids before and am very comfortable with it. I am friendly, approachable, and love to...
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  • 59 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.33/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Elgin, SC

Special Needs Caregivers in Elgin, SC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 59 listed special needs caregivers

Abigail S.

Abby has been amazing , our schedule is very inconsistent and she is always super helpful even if it's last minute, she's extremely...

- Michael M.

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.

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.

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