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9 special needs caregivers are listed in Rutherfordton, NC

The average rate is $17/hr as of April 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Rutherfordton, NC

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Abby R.


Rutherfordton, NC

$12-20/hr3 yrs exp

Trained Environmental Educator Who's Passionate About Working With Kids!

5.0

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Hello! I'm an Environmental Educator in my mid-twenties which means I'm not only responsible and attentive, but I have also been professionally trained in creating fun and memorable experiences for kids. Throughout the past 4 years, I have worked as an Educator (at an aquarium and a nature center), a Math & Reading Tutor, and a...
5.0
"I would enthusiastically recommend Abby with absolutely no reservations. She is kind, responsible, honest, and my kids adore her. Abby’s experience with education and working with children really shows - she...

Reviewed by Care member

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Selina T C.


Rutherfordton, NC

$23/hr10 yrs exp

A Fun Loving And Energetic Grandma

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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am a mom to six children. I homeschooled my own children for 14 years. My youngest who is now 21 years old has down syndrome so comfortable with special needs children. I have many years experience caring for children and would love...
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Pamela J.


Nebo, NC

$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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Cherubin N.


Landrum, SC

$16-25/hr5 yrs exp

I Am A Jolly, Caring, Smile Creator Sitter. I Love Working With Elderly And Children.

5.0

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Hi I'm Cherubin I have 5 years of experience taking care of Children in different ages, I worked with my friend's children, I took care of my nephews and nieces and had more experience with my own child too he is now 17mon. old. I can Manage and oversee children's activity in absence of parents. I love arts and craft so I can...
5.0
"Cherubin is very caring and anticipates needs of seniors. She also has a way of allowing seniors to make their own decisions by offering them safe choices, therefore more cooperative with care! She provides a...

Reviewed by Diane N.

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Lilly K.


Columbus, NC

$13-25/hr1 yrs exp

Love Kids And I'm Happy To Help!

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I am a Medical Assistant, EKG tech and a Phlebotomist tech. I have experience with medical care and helping special needs patients.
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Mary K.


Chesnee, SC

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

Former Teacher

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Throughout the years as a teacher and a nanny I have had lots of exposure to people with unique and special needs. I don't mind learning how to help. We are working with the same for my child.
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Kelly I.


Forest City, NC

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I have worked with special needs individuals in the school system setting and in a home setting for many years. I have worked with young children with ASD all the way to elderly friends with dementia and in hospice care. I love caring for those in need of extra care and love.
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Euphoria S.


Landrum, SC

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Montessori Experience

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I have been an educator for 9 years. My brother has autism. I am very observant and can keep it safe under care.
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Luci D.


Columbus, NC

$20-35/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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I have worked a substitute teacher in special education classrooms in the public school systems in SC. While working, I have had the pleasure of working in a classroom of six boys with autism. I enjoyed working with them and I know that there are times where one has to redirect them in order to promote positive behavior.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rutherfordton, NC

Abby R.

5.0

I would enthusiastically recommend Abby with absolutely no reservations. She is kind, responsible, honest, and my kids adore her. Abby’s experience with education and working with children really shows - she interacts with the kids and gives them her full attention, playing games or doing crafts....

- Care member

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.

Cherubin N.

5.0

Cherubin is very caring and anticipates needs of seniors. She also has a way of allowing seniors to make their own decisions by offering them safe choices, therefore more cooperative with care! She provides a win-win environment for patients. I also trust Cherubin to be kind and caring.

- Diane N.

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