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Frances S.

Caregiver

Irmo, SC

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am an experienced nanny and babysitter, serving typical children as well as special needs children and adults. I also pet sit and house sit. I have experience as a Nanny, Personal Care Assistant, Preschool Teacher, a Substitute Teacher for all grades and learning abilities, and a Special Education teacher's Assistant. I have...

Donna G. says "Fran has a unique ability to interact with children and adults in such a wonderful way. I worked with her first when she substituted for Teacher's aides....

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Experienced Caregiver

Irmo, SC

5.0(1)
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$12/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a mother of four college age children with over 20 years of childcare experience. I have worked as a Preschool Teacher, Substitute Teacher for all grades and learning abilities, and a Special Education teacher's Assistant. I have experience babysitting and as a nanny, serving typical children as well as children and young...

Devin B. says "Fran was our nanny for our 2 boys for 2.5 years, and she became part of our family! She is absolutely wonderful with our boys and would go over and beyond...

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Elementary Special Education Teacher For Tutoriing

Irmo, SC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Most of my experience has been in Special Education classrooms with children on the Autism Spectrum. I have a great deal of experience with Behavior Modification from working with numerous behaviorists in my district. I've also work in Language Learning Disability classroom. Currently, I work as a In-Class Resource Room teacher...
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Experienced Certified Medical/Nursing Assistant

Irmo, SC

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I am a certified medical/nursing assistant with 15+ years experience in caring for geriatric and skilled nursing care. I am looking to provide private care at the best of my ability for a loving family's care needs. I am very dependable, reliable, honest, committed, trustworthy and a hard worker.
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Passionate Eager To Work Caregiver

Irmo, SC

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
errands
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have 7 years of caregiving experience ranging from working with special needs including autism, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy to elderly care . Also have experience with dementia and Alzheimer's, post stroke care, and colostomy care, etc. I have experience working with both men and women and also love working with children...
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Special Needs Warrior

Columbia, SC

5.0(1)
from
$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

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
I have over a decade of experience caring for children between having 2 kids of my own (my oldest is special needs), caring for nieces and nephews, caring for friends children and helping at a few different daycare since I was in high school.
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Part-time Caregiver

Columbia, SC

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$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
I have babysat almost all my life, and have worked professionally in an afterschool setting with children and teens with special needs. I truly have a passion for working with kids and love it!
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CNA

Columbia, SC

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
errands
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have experience with preparing meals, feeding, toileting, grooming, changing briefs/undergarments, transport to doctor appointments, transport on trips, run errands, clean house. I mostly worked with dementia, Alzheimer's, disability and special needs clients, long term care, hospice, but I don't mind working with any other...
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Part Time Caregiver Available

Columbia, SC

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I have worked with children and teens with special needs in a therapeutic recreational after school setting for 6+ years. I love it and truly have a passion for it. I have medical background as a former CNA, and I am a behavioral technician! Please reach out if you have any questions at all.
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Columbia, SC

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Hi , my name is Shaquanda, I am a mother of two. I'm a patient, caring , loving and creative person. I have been in the care taking field for almost 8 years. For 4 of these years I specifically have been taking care of people with mental and physical disabilities. I help them become as independent as possible. I love to cook so...
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Columbia, SC

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$8/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
home modification
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have been a licensed CNA sense 2006. I have many skills. I have worked with special needs adults and children for DDSN, 13 years of hospital experience and home care experience. I absolutely love what I do. I love helping people and making people happy and comfortable. I'd describe my personality as calming, funny and...
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Childcare Bio

Columbia, SC

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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
I love spending time with children. I grew up as the older sister in the family, so caring for kids became a natural responsibility for me. I have many years of paid experience watching children from infancy to teen years while parents are away on date nights, working full-time, or on vacations where I have been there for one...
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Fun, Loving,careful,helpful, Childcare In My Home Or Yours

Columbia, SC

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$18/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with over two decades in the field, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. My patience and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and friendly nature, create a nurturing environment for children to thrive. I believe in...
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Fun, Active Sitter

Chapin, SC

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$12/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Father of an 11-year-old, looking to help out a local family with their sitting needs. Enjoy being active and having fun with kids, including playing outside. Non-smoker, comfortable with pets, and have my own car. I would be happy to assist with homework and sports practice. I have experience in teaching, coaching, and watching...
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Friendly, Calm And Attentive Assistant

Columbia, SC

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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...
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Perfect Care

Columbia, SC

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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a highly qualified, certified nurse assistant. I have more than 15 years experience in healthcare and caring for patients in every age group. I also have several years of experience and behavioral healthcare in both children and adults. I'm highly motivated and dependable and I love people. I'd describe my personality as...
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Helper

Columbia, SC

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$14/hr
4 years experience
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...
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Ms. Cheryl

Columbia, SC

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I've worked with special needs children for over 20 years. I've had an child until she was 21 years old.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of June 2025

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Irmo, SC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Frances S.

Fran has a unique ability to interact with children and adults in such a wonderful way. I worked with her first when she substituted for...

- Donna G.

Frances S.

Fran was our nanny for our 2 boys for 2.5 years, and she became part of our family! She is absolutely wonderful with our boys and would go...

- Devin B.

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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