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Sylva, NC

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Hello, my name is Skyler! I have been an in home aide for 6 years. I am currently in grad school but for my undergraduate degree my focus was developmental disabilities! -Good time management - Professionalism - Hand over hand skill building - Toilet help - Transportation - Repositioning - Transferring - Help with...
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Sylva, NC

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I have experience caring for children of all ages, and I specialize in providing support for children with special needs and/or disabilities. I have a masters degree in clinical psychology from Western Carolina University, where I focused on growing my knowledge of developmental psychology. I am passionate about being a safe...
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Cullowhee, NC

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Leah I have been in childcare business for about 7 years, 4 of which nannying. I have many references to provide that will describe me as reliable, communicative, and kind. I have enough experience caring for others to be flexible, to know how to handle everyday situations, and cater to the needs of the...
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Whittier, NC

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
live-in home care
I have worked with multiple seniors throughout 8+ of personal care experience. One gentleman was 90 years old and this was a companion role, errands, simple tasks, and general housekeeping type of situation. The other was a very active 50+ years that had a stroke, however was a special needs athlete that needed assistance with...
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Special Needs Provider-Available Part Time

Whittier, NC

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Service oriented special needs professional with over eight years of experience. Have worked primarily as a private service provider for individual families with various circumstances including autism, pandas, mental illness, physical handicaps, and behavioral issues.
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Hannah A.'s Photo

Cullowhee, NC

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I am Hannah, and I have recently moved to Cullowhee to study nursing. With years of diverse experience, I am more than qualified to be a part-time nanny for children or a caregiver for a special needs child. I have five years of paid babysitting experience, as well as a lifetime of experience with special needs...
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Part-time Caregiver/Babysitter

Cullowhee, NC

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$12/hr
2 years experience
I am currently a Junior at Western Carolina University. I was a caregiver for a autistic 24-year-old. I helped him with daily goals that help him become more independent. I have a 23-year-old cousin who has cerebral palsy. During high school I worked a lot in the special needs program. I have always been passionate about...
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About ME!

Cullowhee, NC

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$23/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Victoria and I grew up in rural Idaho! Once I graduated highschool I began river guiding in Moab, Utah during the summers and nannying for a girl with special needs during the winter! I did that for about five years before I moved out into the Western North Carolina area last September. I am now going to WCU in...
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Cullowhee, NC

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
errands
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Hannah, a pre-nursing student. I am passionate about providing loving care and companionship to the elderly and special needs community. As a close relative to two special needs adults, I have a lifetime of experience relating with and supporting those with mental disabilities. Providing not only quality care but a...
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Whittier, NC

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$16/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Personally motivated personal service provider with 8+ years of 1-1 & 1-small group care with children and adults with special needs. Not only working with special needs populations, I have been trusted pet-sitter, house-sitter, personal trainer, companion, and long distance traveler with children and adults with various...
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Cullowhee, NC

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Nursing student with a passion for patient care. I have worked at Mission Health Hospital as a PSA in the ER. I mainly helped with behavioral health.
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Caregiver

Franklin, NC

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Respite care
personal care
I have 2 years experience working as a PCA. I also volunteered at 2 nursing homes as a teenager for several years. I have always enjoyed working with seniors and individuals with special needs. I enjoy making their lives better by bringing joy and companionship at times when they need it most.
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Angela H.'s Photo

Franklin, NC

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Marlow, a caregiver with 6+ years in direct support and group home settings and 4 years supporting special needs children. I'm a Registered Behavior Technician with an informed, patient approach to neurodivergent individuals and complex needs, from toddlers to seniors - including those on the spectrum, with Down...
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Kailey S.'s Photo

Waynesville, NC

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
errands
transportation
light cleaning
I have lots of experience taking care of loved one's. I treat everyone as they are my own family. I have worked with children, special needs and elderly care
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Fun Caring Person

Franklin, NC

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$12/hr
5 years experience
Hi my name is Angie I would love to help a family that is needing someone to help with there loved ones...
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ESE Elementary Teacher/ Homebound Instructor

Franklin, NC

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I have worked in SVE for 2 Yrs. ESE for 2 yrs. and have taught sick and injured children in the Homebound Education program.
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Waynesville, NC

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I am a kind, caring and compassionate person with over 10 years experience working with persons with disabilities in various settings. Before moving back to New York to be closer to my family, I was employed as K-5th grade Special Education Resource Teacher in NC. I have experience working with children with Mental Retardation,...
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Haleigh S.'s Photo

Maggie Valley, NC

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$18/hr
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
Mom to two kids with special needs experience. Welcome to drop off at my house if you're interested in socialization with younger kids or can be available solo in evenings and weekends to come to you!
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Caretaker With 5+ Years Of Childcare, Including Children With Down Syndrome

Maggie Valley, NC

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am also a registered attendant with PCG public partnerships. (the mecaid program) If you are eligible, and need a caretaker, please contact me. I have 5+ years of experience with special needs childcare. I am currently starting the process of becoming an RTB.
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Michael M.'s Photo

Maggie Valley, NC

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$8/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
My name is Michael and I specialize in assisting with special needs children. I've been assisting families for over 10 years and love to just provide some respite. I know the challenges of caring for a special needs child without really having any breaks. I am a strong dedicated worker who would be honored to stand with families...
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  • The average posted rate is $16.00/hr as of October 2026

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