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Samantha W.


Concord, NC

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

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I am currently a teacher in a self contained classroom working with students that have severe disabilities. I have experience working with students from Kindergarten to 8th grade of varying disabilities. Special needs available.
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Felicia G.


Concord, NC

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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I was a school teacher for 20 years and taught children with special needs. My experience also includes working in the regular classroom as an inclusion teacher. Recently, I started substitute teaching until the pandemic and just started looking for jobs with Care. com. I have worked as a program manager for individuals that are...
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Joan W.


Midland, NC

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny Services

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Hi my name is Joann , I am 43 years old trying to start my own business with a more flexible schedule. I ran a daycare in my home license through the state for 6 years. Worked for Easter Seals for 3 years with special needs. I took care of my Grandma and Dad for years with many health conditions( Alzheimer's disease) I'm loving...
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Gabriela M.


Concord, NC

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hello , my name is Gabriela, I am experienced raising my 3 kids being a mom for 24 hours a day. I have experience babysitting from 3 mo. old babies to school age children. I love kids and I am very dedicated, very professional , trustworthy, punctual, honest, organized, having experience working with new born in hospital...
5.0
"Gabby was with us for a little over a year and a half and was amazing with our little. She is very conscientious to do exactly what we asked of her with our son as well as a few household chores. She is great!"

Reviewed by Care member

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Paulete T.


Concord, NC

$8-50/hr2 yrs exp

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Caring, loving, compassionate I’d describe my personality as I am a very caring person. I am very understanding and have empathy. I have a strong Faith in God. I like caring for seniors because I love bringing a smile to their face. I feel seniors need to feel heard. So I love to have conversation with them. I love to...
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Gabriela M.


Concord, NC

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

International Nurse

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Hello, my name is Gabriela, I am an international nurse (RN), I have experience raising my 3 children and I've been babysitting occasionally my friends babies/toddlers. As a nurse, I've been working with newborn in hospital setting, being used to handle multiples babies ( 6 ) at ones. I have knowledge about special needs, on...
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Melanie P.


Concord, NC

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

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I have always been involved with individuals with special needs as peer helpers in school. Through college I did developmental therapy for an individual with Down syndrome. I have been a special education teacher in middle school for the past 4 years. 2 years with learning disabilities and 2 years with moderate intellectual...
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Halle G.


Concord, NC

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Just moved to Indiana! I am a registered behavioral technician and work at an autism center. I have over 10 years of experience working with people with special needs. At the age of 5, one of my brothers was in a life-altering accident which left him with special needs. As my family adjusted to this new lifestyle, I fell in love...
5.0
"Halle is amazing. My house was hard to find on the GPS so we had a bit of a rough time getting her here for the interview but she was so great to call me and let me know she had trouble finding us. Despite...

Reviewed by Maygan S.

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Cherie T.


Marshville, NC

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver With A Caring Heart

5.0

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I'm a caring, compassionate and reliable mother and grandmother with over 15+ years experience in providing excellent care for a variety of loved ones. I have taken care of loved ones with Dementia including Lewy Body Dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson's, Cancer, Down Syndrome, Special Needs, also TBI (Traumatic Brain Injuries)....
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"I hired Cherie to take care of my grandma at a point when I was desperate and my grandma’s condition blindsided me. She was highly recommended, but I’d never met her. At that point, I’d probably have taken...

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Tenisha M.


Concord, NC

$16-19/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hello, my experiences reaches over 20 years of Direct Care Professional, I have my CPR Certification and have MORC Trained Experience, Successful completion I have my completed Certification of Alzheimer's and Dementia Training! I been in healthcare for over 20 years. I am very dependable and have a bubbly personality I've been...
5.0
"Tenisha is very pleasant my first time meeting her felt like I've known her forever! Very amazing person so happy to hire her to work with my son full time. Highly recommended :) I feel at ease knowing I can...

Reviewed by Latrecha L.

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Alexis C.


Indian Trail, NC

$15-30/hr7 yrs exp

Happy Kiddos

5.0

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Hello, my name is Lexi. I've worked in a licensed daycare for 3+ years, nanny and work at the local YMCA. I've worked with all ages as well as special needs! Everyone always says I go above and beyond and I'm amazing with children. I hope to be the right fit for you and your little ones!
5.0
"Lexi is such a dependable and responsible young lady. She babysat for both my daughters as well as dog sit our dogs while we were away. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed by Sara A.

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Hailey P.


Charlotte, NC

$15-40/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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My name is Hailey and I am a young adult passionate about serving children. I have over 8 years of experience in the childcare industry working with children ages 0-10. I have also been a dance teacher for almost 5 years now, teaching children 3-16. I have a year of experience teaching students with special needs ranging from...
5.0
"Hailey was amazing with my daughter. I highly recommend her to any family who is seeking a nanny/sitter."

Reviewed by Samantha S.

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Jerline H.


Concord, NC

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part-Time Work.Available, Over Night Available For Direct Care

5.0

(3)

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I have been working with seniors for nearly 25 years. Assisting in total assist bathing, tube feeding, dressing, and light housekeeping companionship. I have been working with geriatrics for 25 years, assisting in activities, and health and wellness programs. I worked part-time in Gaston County, assisting clients with special...
5.0
"My family wishes we could clone her for the week days. We couldn't have asked for a better person to care for our family member."

Reviewed by Sherphanie W.

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Grace H.


Charlotte, NC

$22/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I am a positive, hard working, and a team player. I enjoy hiking, reading, cooking, and traveling. I have experience in early childhood education, special needs behaviors, and non-native English speaking children. I would love to learn more about your family and get to share more about myself as well.
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"Hi please contact me for a recurring Mon- Fri opportunity IDK how to use this app having a hard time navigating it lol 5 ll 0 ll 2 ll 3 ll 4 ll 5 lll 4 ll 3 ll 9 ll 4 I have a toddler I am a single mama"

Reviewed by Whitney B.

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Karla V.


Charlotte, NC

$25-30/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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My Experience character 9 years from 2012 I love to do my work with kids, special needs, young, seniors, Baby's, just I looking For one opportunity.
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"I had a chance to get to know Karla and I was about to have her help me until the hospital cancelled the procedure. I am dialysis patient and I needed someone to help me get from the hospital to my dialysis...

Reviewed by Emanuel C.

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Larrvetta S.


Concord, NC

$26/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

5.0

(11)

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Greetings, I have 8 years of childcare experience in multiple settings. I have professional experience in children with special needs, such as Autism. I can help with travel, crafts, cooking, and light cleaning. I am available "3rd shift" during the week days from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. On the weekends I have open availability. I...
5.0
"Larrvetta is an amazing individual. She really takes pride in her duties as a child care professional."

Reviewed by Care member

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Jane H.


Indian Trail, NC

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

My Mission Statement.

5.0

(4)

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Hi, I am Jane, I live here in the Charlotte area. I am from Kansas City Missouri. My family and I moved here 7 years ago. My family was transferred due to my husband job. I have been married for 25 years, I have two daughters, both graduated from Providence High School. I graduated from the University of Missouri with a BA in...
5.0
"Jane has assisted with our 18 yo son who has Muscular Dystrophy and I would recommend her highly. She treated our son with respect and dignity, but just as importantly Jane is a very engaging and upbeat person....

Reviewed by Christi F.

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Amanda P.


Charlotte, NC

$18-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

4.7

(3)

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Hi! My name is Amanda and I am 24 years old. I have been living in Charlotte for about two years and I love it! I previously worked with children in cheerleading and gymnastics. I taught tumbling classes in the evening and went to school during the day and did child care during my free time. Due to the amount of diverse...
5.0
"Amanda is an amazing babysitter/nanny! Always on time (even early) and extremely reliable. Most babysitters will just put a child in front of a device/TV, but Amanda engages my son. She talks to him, easily...

Reviewed by Stephany S.

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Teewon D.


Charlotte, NC

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

Care Of The Heart

5.0

(1)

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I have been in childcare for over a decade. I currently work for CMS school: CMA. I am more available in the afternoons. I have my CPR, First Aid, CPi, and RBT license. I have worked with and non special needs children. I have my own transportation and I'm comfortable with pets.
5.0
"She was very good babysitter and excellent with kids."

Reviewed by Melissa E.

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Savannah G.


Indian Trail, NC

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Have A Passion For Kids! Love To Be Around Children Of All Ages, Excited To Bond And Get Creative!

5.0

(1)

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I was a preschool 1 teacher with infant experience as well! I also worked with kids that have special needs. I absolutely loved both jobs and have a huge passion for child care. I have 5 years of experience on and off with nannying and babysitting! I can help with Travel, Light Housekeeping, Meal preps and more. Very flexible...
5.0
"She was so good with my children! Very lovingly attentive."

Reviewed by Jennifer B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Locust, NC

Gabriela M.

5.0

Gabriela only helped us for a few months but she made such a lasting impression on our family. She’s very prompt, loving and dependable.

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Halle G.

5.0

Halle is amazing. My house was hard to find on the GPS so we had a bit of a rough time getting her here for the interview but she was so great to call me and let me know she had trouble finding us. Despite getting lost on the way over when she arrived she was calm and collected (I would have felt...

- Maygan S.

Cherie T.

5.0

I hired Cherie to take care of my grandma at a point when I was desperate and my grandma’s condition blindsided me. She was highly recommended, but I’d never met her. At that point, I’d probably have taken whatever I could get. I struck gold with Cherie. Cherie isn’t just a caregiver. She’s a...

- Care member

Tenisha M.

5.0

Tenisha is very pleasant my first time meeting her felt like I've known her forever! Very amazing person so happy to hire her to work with my son full time. Highly recommended :) I feel at ease knowing I can rely on someone so special while I work she is truly a Blessing!

- Latrecha L.

Alexis C.

5.0

She is so wonderful with both our girls! She is patient and caring, and fully capable of handling play time, meal time, bath time, and bedtime with ease! We always feel comfortable leaving our kids with her

- Sara M.

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