Compare top special needs caregivers

Find care

How it works

Share details about your special needs caregiver needs

Match with highly rated local special needs caregivers near you

Compare special needs caregiver options and choose the best fit

Special needs caregivers in Kure Beach, NC

Shanda R.'s Photo

Shanda R.


Kure Beach, NC

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Or Full-Time Caregiver

Background Check

I am new Kure beach resident, a mom of 3 grown boys with a background in early childhood education. I just relocated from Maryland where I was a nanny to 3 children. I have 10+ years of experience as a live out nanny as well as a classroom teacher trained in Conscious Discipline. I was a pre-school teacher for 5 years at a local...
MB

Mary B.


Kure Beach, NC

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Background Check

I worked as a teacher assistant for 10 years at Central Special in Edgewater, a school catering to children with mental disabilities. I have also worked for the Arc of Annapolis and have been utilized as a one-on-one care provider and behavior specialist for autistic children. I am skilled in American Sign Language and am CPR...
MB

Mary B.


Kure Beach, NC

$15-23/hr1 yrs exp

Outgoing Creative Nanny

Background Check

I am a creative outgoing motivated and nurturing nanny for over 15 years. I have worked with special needs children in the school systems along with workWith kindergarten age children. I have my CPR certification and lifeguard certification and have been teaching swimming lessons and coaching for over 15 years As a nanny for...
Mary A.'s Photo

Mary A.


Wilmington, NC

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Full-Time/Overnight Personal Care Attendant Meal Companionship, Housekeeping.

4.5

(4)

Background Check

I have been working with the elderly for over 20 years. My mother was a nurse. I have a heart with lots of love for babies/children with special needs and disabilities and the elderly. I love to care for everyone. I enjoy brighten up their day by me taking care of them and talking to them even singing along with them or to them...
5.0
"Mary is a very self motivated individual, who has a big heart, very dependable and always helping others "

Reviewed by Peter R.

Kaye W.'s Photo

Kaye W.


Wilmington, NC

$17-27/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Hand For Those Who Want To Stay At Home

5.0

(1)

Background Check

I have over 20 years of medical experience. My focus over the past 3 years has been clients with disabilities, senior care, and hospice. Many of my clients have been diagnosed with dementia, Parkinson's, cancer or are stroke survivors. Additionally, I have experience working with special needs children ages 3-12. Many of my...
5.0
"Kaye has been an excellent addition to my dad's careteam. She is very engaging and skillful. Dad enjoys talking with her which I appreciate since he typically spends a lot of his day tuned out. Kaye is...

Reviewed by Care member

Ciara H.'s Photo

Ciara H.


Wilmington, NC

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Summer Caregiver/companion

5.0

(1)

Background Check

Hello! My name is Ciara and I am finishing up my sophomore year at Purdue University where I am pursuing a degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. I am very experienced with caring for children with special needs and extremely comfortable with it. For the past 4 years I have been caring for a young boy with Autism (12...
Katelyn D.'s Photo

Katelyn D.


Wilmington, NC

$20/hr8 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

5.0

(1)

Background Check

I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
5.0
"She is an extremely compassionate and dedicated teacher of students with significant disabilities who goes well above and beyond what is expected of her."

Reviewed by Bailey G.

Ella H.'s Photo

Ella H.


Wilmington, NC

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Behavioral Health Professional

5.0

(1)

Background Check

I worked from 06/22/21-05/19/22 with a7-year-old boy diagnosed with autism and ADHD. We spent 5 days a week together during the summer and after school everyday, and the improvement I saw in him was incredible. We spent our time playing cognitive games, puzzles, reading, practicing daily objectives, and journeys outside on...
Neelia A.'s Photo

Neelia A.


Wilmington, NC

$15-23/hr6 yrs exp

Nursing Student, CNA Licensed Sitter, Looking For Work This Summer

5.0

(4)

Background Check

Hi, I'm Neelia. I am currently studying at UNCW School of Nursing. I am on track to graduate next year and hope to become a pediatric nurse after getting my BSN. I am also first aid, and CPR certified and have experience in the hospital setting. I have been working as a caregiver for over 6 years now, and I love it. I have...
5.0
"Neelia has been watching our 7 y/o son for almost a year now, and she is simply the best. Our son has non-verbal autism, so it can take a bit more searching to find the right person to care for him. Neelia is...

Reviewed by Lindsay B.

Grace L.'s Photo

Grace L.


Wilmington, NC

$14-20/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Background Check

Hello, nice to meet you! I have 6 years of experience working with children. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Human Development and Family Studies and am qualified through NC DHHS: Division of Child Development and Early Education as a Lead Teacher for infants-pre-kindergarten. I have worked as a Infant Teacher for babies 0-12...
Samantha P.'s Photo

Samantha P.


Wilmington, NC

$11-25/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Background Check

I am a very energetic and responsible person and have a deep passion for caring for other people. I am a freshman nursing major and hope to one day get my masters in severe and profound disability. In the summers I am a counselor for children with special needs and absolutely love it. My experience there has given me a high...
5.0
"Samantha is an amazing person and caregiver. She is energetic cheerful and dedicated to her work. She always went above what was asked of her and had a phenomenal rapport with my special needs daughter. I...

Reviewed by Laura W.

Nina H.'s Photo

Nina H.


Wilmington, NC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Experienced Mom

5.0

(2)

Background Check

I am the mother of 4 girls (ages 17, 23, 24, 26) and I have recently moved to Wilmington. I have been caring for children most of my life. After college, I worked in a very unique group home for special needs children. My direct care experience working with mentally and physically disabled children provided me with extensive...
5.0
"To Whom it may concern, It is my great pleasure to recommend Nina H to you and do so with much enthusiasm. I met Nina in 2012. When my first child was young, I did not have any need for a sitter and was...

Reviewed by Michelle V.

Ellery T.'s Photo

Ellery T.


Wilmington, NC

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/Babysitter/Tutor For Children And Adults

5.0

(1)

Background Check

I have almost 20 years of experience working with children and adults with different types of abilities. I worked at the Arc of NC for over 10 years and also at an elementary school in their Autism Spectrum program. I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology and am familiar with many resources in the area. I am currently looking...
5.0
"Ellery worked my my daughter with special needs for many years. She is amazing!! She is very upbeat and bubbly and knows how to use positive reinforcement to motivate people with special needs. She goes above...

Reviewed by Laura W.

Cody S.'s Photo

Cody S.


Wilmington, NC

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Learning Through Fun

Background Check

I have worked with children for over 10 years. I love finding new ways to have fun and teach children through play. I also have a child myself. I have cared for children 0-16 years of age. I have worked with children with special needs and typically children.
Jordan A.'s Photo

Jordan A.


Wilmington, NC

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Background Check

Hello! I am a speech-language pathology assistant with a degree in education from the University of Tennessee. I have worked with children, teenagers, and adults with special needs since graduating in May of 2021. I have experience babysitting for the past 10 years. I have worked in a daycare facility with infants and toddlers....
Dominique C.'s Photo

Dominique C.


Wilmington, NC

$13-30/hr10 yrs exp

I'm Fun Loving Caring Respectful Love Kids Like My Own

Background Check

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I'm loving caring fun love kids like they are my own I been dealing with kids my whole life I have good brothers that have special needs I had to change them feed them make sure they are okay. I'm aware at a times , you will love me...
Siobhan W.'s Photo

Siobhan W.


Wilmington, NC

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Exceptional Caregiver!

Background Check

My name is Siobhan. I am very interested in obtaining another position working with a senior or individual with special needs. My experience has typically been with Special Needs children and adults, however I now care for my 87-year-old mother as well as a lively 92-year-old at her retirement community. I assist her with eating...
Khaley S.'s Photo

Khaley S.


Wilmington, NC

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Background Check

I am a 21-year-old who loves working with kids. I have worked with kids in so many different ways such as in schools, babysitting at homes, and working at a recreational center for multiple summers. I also have experience working with children who have special needs. I hold many skills and am more than willing to help families...
Elia H.'s Photo

Elia H.


Wilmington, NC

$16-24/hr2 yrs exp

Background Check

After spending most of my middle school and high school years babysitting for family and friends, I went into the medical field where I worked as a Certified Nurses Assistant. With most of my special needs experience in emergency medicine, I've had the ability to strengthen my skills of working with those with different a...
Lori B.'s Photo

Lori B.


Wilmington, NC

$36/hr10 yrs exp

Background Check

As a single mother, I raised of two amazing grown men. My first born is earning his Master's degree in engineering from USC in Columbia, and my youngest is a Navy SEAL in San Diego CA. I live in downtown Wilmington where I work as a nonprofit consultant and freelance artist. Previously, I taught preschool, managed an...

Showing 1 - 20 of 60

Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Kure Beach, NC

Mary A.

3.0

Mary was not a reliable caretaker.

- Faith D.

Kaye W.

5.0

Kaye has been an excellent addition to my dad's careteam. She is very engaging and skillful. Dad enjoys talking with her which I appreciate since he typically spends a lot of his day tuned out. Kaye is hardworking and reliable. She is a team player and works very well with me and the other...

- Care member

Katelyn D.

5.0

She is an extremely compassionate and dedicated teacher of students with significant disabilities who goes well above and beyond what is expected of her.

- Bailey G.

Neelia A.

5.0

Neelia has been watching our 7 y/o son for almost a year now, and she is simply the best. Our son has non-verbal autism, so it can take a bit more searching to find the right person to care for him. Neelia is that person. She has been everything we hoped for in a caregiver for him and more. She is...

- Lindsay B.

Samantha P.

5.0

Samantha is an amazing person and caregiver. She is energetic cheerful and dedicated to her work. She always went above what was asked of her and had a phenomenal rapport with my special needs daughter. I highly recommend her for any endeavor she seeks

- Laura W.

Special Needs Caregiver Articles

11 options for after-school child care

11 options for after-school child care

July 7th, 2023 Parents manage a unique balancing act during the school year. The hours between 3 p.m. (or earlier) and 6 p.m. each day are challenging, as you try to fill ... Read more
How to know if your child is ready for kindergarten

How to know if your child is ready for kindergarten

June 4th, 2023 Kindergarten is the new first grade. That’s the word on the street if you talk to parents of school-age kids. While you... Read more
Night nanny vs. night nurse: How they help and what they cost

Night nanny vs. night nurse: How they help and what they cost

January 2nd, 2023 Ask any new parent and they’ll tell you: One of the most difficult adjustments after having a child is navigating the erratic, sometimes nonexistent, sleep ... Read more
Daycare tax credit: What is it and how can it benefit you?

Daycare tax credit: What is it and how can it benefit you?

December 5th, 2022 There are many tax credits and deductions available to parents and families, but one of the most overlooked and beneficial is taking a tax credit toward the... Read more
20 funny end-of-school-year memes for every parent crawling toward the finish line 

20 funny end-of-school-year memes for every parent crawling toward the finish line 

May 10th, 2023 Parenting is almost always a tiring job, but there’s a phenomenon that happens each year from May through June that makes it even more so. I’m talking about... Read more