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Amanda W.


Lyman, SC

$18-25/hr

Mom Of 3 That Loves To Help

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A little about myself my name is Amanda I come from a family of nurses and caregivers. I love my job and being able to help someone's day better even if it's by a listening or just a friend someone to play games with. I can help with feeding bathing grooming nails hair cleaning sheets and bedroom preparation of food and taking...

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Special Needs has a special place in my heart. My almost 5-year-old son is autistic. He is currently nonverbal and is in speech therapy and on the waiting list for others. There are so many things I have learned and I would love to show the attention and information I've learned with someone who will know that I understand them....
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Christina W.


Lyman, SC

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Caregiver With Special Needs Training

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I'm a mom of 5 (two left at home are Juniors in high school) who has a passion for children. I've worked as Director or church nurseries, been a foster parent in a group home (8 under the age of 5), have taken care of kids my entire life and work closely with our special needs community. My son is on the spectrum and my nephew...
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Sinead O.


Duncan, SC

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Fun & Caring Nanny

5.0

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Hello! My name is Sinead (Sha-nade). I have been watching children since I was 12. I have experience with special needs children, CPR experience. I love children and I hope to be an asset to your family.
5.0
"Sinead has not only been an amazing caregiver for our son and now newborn daughter, but an invaluable asset to our family. Our son absolutely adores her and she was really knowledgable and helpful re: Baby Led...

Reviewed by Care member

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Christina H.


Spartanburg, SC

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Weekend Care Provider

5.0

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I am currently a Special Education teacher in Athens. I believe in providing children with care that allows them to be themselves as well as integrating opportunities for the child to expand their independence in a safe, caring environment. I believe that a child with special needs deserves the same care as children without...
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Tracy T.


Moore, SC

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

5.0

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I have worked with children for over 30 years. I have experience with special needs children. I have worked in several Day Care centers, as a nanny, a tutor and as a substitute teacher (pre-k-8th grade). I have cared for infants to teenagers. I myself have a 19 and 17-year-old. I love taking the children to the park, zoo,...
5.0
"Tracy loves children and it shows. As a mother of two, she brings firsthand experience and knowledge to the table. She has incredible patience and always provides positive guidance to your child. She always...

Reviewed by Carole C.

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Pamela J.


Inman, SC

$25/hr9 yrs exp

My Passion Is Helping, Loving And Educating Children

5.0

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I have worked with infants, toddlers and preschoolers. An licensed special needs foster parent from 2008-17 to children as old as 14yrs of age. CPR and first aid certified Background check and references available I have been a Nanny since October 2017 to a family that will be moving this January. Available to work full time...
5.0
"Pamela absolutely loves children. She has fostered many children since I've known her. These children came to her needing a lot of love and understanding. This is something which just comes naturally for...

Reviewed by Cindy H.

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Hayley C.


Campobello, SC

$12/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello, My name is Hayley. I have always wanted to be a care giver, I love to help people and make people smile. I have personal experience with my uncle with disabilities, unfortunately he has passed, but I always loved to be around him, keep him company and make him smile till it hurt, he was always so happy. Being around my...
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Marissa A.


Duncan, SC

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Help

5.0

(1)

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I have worked in health care for about 4 years, as well as have a history in babysitting. I'm currently a graduate student for an occupational therapy program and I'm interested in part-time work. Great background of working with individuals of all abilities and needs. Flexible and patient.
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Hope R.


Moore, SC

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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I have 3 years experience in caring for special needs children and enjoy doing activities with them.
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Felicia B.


Inman, SC

$13-20/hr3 yrs exp

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I have lots of experience working with children, especially children with special needs, such as autism, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, feeding tubes and tracheotomies. I also am my mother to two children myself so working with children is always a fun passionate thing for me.
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Meredith M.


Spartanburg, SC

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter In Spartanburg, SC

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Get to know me! I am the oldest child with two sisters, ages 18 and 6. I am currently in college majoring in Early Childhood Development hoping to one day be a kindergarten teacher! I work as a manager with the Easter Bunny and Santa at the Westgate and Haywood Mall seasonally along with my current part-time job at 7-11. I have...
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Sarah M.


Greer, SC

$20-28/hr6 yrs exp

Sarah!

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Hi! I am Sarah, I have been providing care for children for 6+ years, I have picked up children from school and taken them to appointments, I helped with online learning during the COVID pandemic, I am CPR certified, I also have experience with special needs children, and I have experience as a therapist for children with...
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Sierra B.


Inman, SC

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

Trusting And Loving Nanny

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I absolutely love being around children! Growing up I always was known as the babysitter. During college I nannied for one family for all four years. I worked everyday, some weekends, and overnights. I also took care of their two dogs. I started caring for their little girl when she was 4 months old, and ending when she was 4...
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Skye F.


Greer, SC

$16/hr1 yrs exp

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I have worked in a daycare setting with neurotypical children, and have also worked at a school for special needs children. I love kids and enjoy helping them learn. They are the future and need to feel loved and supported.
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Melodie P.


Duncan, SC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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Career Nanny/Household Manager/Family Assistant of 25+ years, as well as a Certified Newborn Care Specialist. Early Childhood Certification. CPR/first-aid certified. Experience with special needs (g/ng tube, developmental delays, assisting with numerous forms of therapy, severe food allergies, diabetes, seizure disorder,...
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Mary D.


Greer, SC

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Retired RN And Professional Caregiver

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Hello! I'm Mary Beth and I'm an independent private duty caregiver, RN with CPR certification. Autism is something with which I have a lot of professional and personal experience. My eldest is a high functioning autistic and I have been around and cared for other children professionally as a home health RN. I suppose you could...
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Karlie D.


Greer, SC

$22/hr6 yrs exp

nanny

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Hey families! My name is Karlie and I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I love spending time with kids and have experience with special needs children. I love children so much and have experience with all ages of children. Able to help with date night and more-but I do college online and...
5.0
"Karlie was very sweet with the kids and communicative! Our kids are looking forward to another date night where Karlie can sit!"

Reviewed by Care member

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Amy S.


Moore, SC

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

Childcare

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I am a mother of 20-year-old twins. I have been a Sunday School teacher for all age children, a Girl Scout Leader for 5 years. I ran a home care business for one year taking care of children from age 6 months to 4 years old. My experience has been caring for school age children before and after school, helping with virtual...
5.0
"She was very caring. And she even made my daughter a cute little blanket. Would highly recommend."

Reviewed by Crystal D.

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Chelsea H.


Greer, SC

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Mature And Experienced With BS In Psychology

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My name is Chelsea . I have been working with children on the Autism Spectrum for 11+ years. I have 5+ years experience doing ABA therapy in Greenville and Spartanburg county. I am also CPR and first aid certified. I currently work in a behavioral health facility where I work with children who have an autism diagnosis as well as...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lyman, SC

Sinead O.

5.0

Sinead has not only been an amazing caregiver for our son and now newborn daughter, but an invaluable asset to our family. Our son absolutely adores her and she was really knowledgable and helpful re: Baby Led Weaning and other safety tips for our oldest. In addition to being fun, kind, and...

- Care member

Tracy T.

5.0

Tracy was fabulous with my 2 boys (ages 8 & 11) and helped us tremendously through Covid distance learning. Not only did Tracy get them through all the daily lessons she spent time doing art projects and playing games with them. We are heartbroken she is moving to South Carolina as we would have...

- Erin S.

Pamela J.

5.0

Pamela is amazing! We hired her when our daughter was 8 months old and she cared for her until she was 10 months old. She never missed a day. Always on time. We were able to call her last minute for changes in schedule. She is VERY flexible, which is exactly what we needed with our crazy schedules....

- Mary Beth M.

Karlie D.

5.0

Karlie was very sweet with the kids and communicative! Our kids are looking forward to another date night where Karlie can sit!

- Care member

Amy S.

5.0

She was very caring. And she even made my daughter a cute little blanket. Would highly recommend.

- Crystal D.

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