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Carolyn S.


Winnabow, NC

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Respite Worker

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I have 8 years experience working with a non-verbal boy with Autism. Taking him on daily trips and also overnights for the parents and making sure he met his goals. I also have a high functioning grown daughter with special needs. I have worked the past 18 years as a Teacher Assistant in a classroom with special needs and...
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Jessica W.


Winnabow, NC

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

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I have experience in watching children under 5 years old. I am also open to caring for children with special needs as I also have a daughter who is on the autism spectrum !
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Carolyn S.


Winnabow, NC

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

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Recently cared for my 80:year old mom with dementia for the past 10 years upon the death of my father. Provided assistance with her meds, cooking and bathing. Also took her to all doctor appointments and monitored her blood pressure. Also cared for adult special needs women for the past 5 years. I have excellent references upon...
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Kyler S.


Wilmington, NC

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi everyone, I have experience working with all ages. I have had a wide range of experiences working for families with six kids to families with one. I also have experience working with children with autism and other special needs. Last year, I completed my Masters in Teaching and am also able to assist with homework or other...
5.0
"Kyler did great hanging with our older son with special needs! She kept up with him on the beach and made sure he was safe on long walks. She was also great helping with transitions between the beach and beach...

Reviewed by Michael M.

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Ella H.


Wilmington, NC

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Behavioral Health Professional

5.0

(1)

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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...
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Marijane C.


Bolivia, NC

$28/hr

Exceptional, Patient, Kind, Dependable Caregiver .

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I have 12 years of experience working with children with special needs working in elementary schools and middle schools as a para professional. I have experience working with children with autism and Asperger's. I am very patient, kind, empathetic, dependable and can assist with helping take exceptional care of your loved one. I...
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Elia H.


Wilmington, NC

$16-24/hr2 yrs exp

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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...
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Tanis K.


Wilmington, NC

$20-24/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver That Will Deliver

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I have grown up taking care of siblings and cousins (biiiig family!), and babysitting since the age of 12. I work during the week as an RBT with kids with autism ages 2-7. I'm currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in psychology in order to pursue a career working with children with special needs. I am CPR certified. I love...
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Olivia S.


Wilmington, NC

$18-25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny - Seeking Full Time Position

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Hi families! I am eager to connect with and care for your kiddos! My experience over the past seven years includes babysitting/nannying, church employment, and overnight care. I have provided reliable care for ages ranging from six months to 13 years old, from one child up to seven children in the home at once. I also have...
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Asia E.


Wilmington, NC

$20-40/hr1 yrs exp

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I am a very sweet and loving caregiver, ready to treat your family as my own. I have experience with behavioral disorders and am very patient when it comes to these things
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Kristin O.


Southport, NC

$18-27/hr10 yrs exp

Ms. Kristin

5.0

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In my 30 plus years in the Workforce, I have grown even more passionate to help families in need. Every family operates as its own nucleus with unique values, beliefs, and priorities. Families that have neurodivergent children, deserve equal inclusion. I have learned that there is insurmountable ways that children communicate....
5.0
"Kristin is without hesitation the best caretaker/ teacher there is. She has the biggest heart and loves unconditionally. She is unique, creative and fun and every one should have the pleasure of knowing her....

Reviewed by Care member

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Carly L.


Wilmington, NC

$14-15/hr5 yrs exp

Female, 23, Wilmington

5.0

(1)

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I started volunteering with special needs children when I was 16 years old and eventually got hired on when I was 18. I worked there until I was 20 next I moved to Portland and spend the next 3 years working at a daycare center. I have worked in the infant and 2 1/2 rooms but spent most of my time in the toddlers and preschool...
5.0
"Carly has a talent for working with all children, especially those with challenging personalities!!!"

Reviewed by Erika H.

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Carolyn C.


Leland, NC

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile. In the 10 years since I graduated college, I have devoted my time to nannying and educating children. The families I work for are a wonderful and important part of my life. My experience includes caring for multiples, nannying for up to 2 weeks while parents travel, and working with...
5.0
"Carolyn is so wonderful. My little one loved her from day one. It's hard to trust someone with your child but she made it easy. She was amazing at communicating and kept me updated from the time she left to...

Reviewed by Melissa S.

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Samantha P.


Wilmington, NC

$11-25/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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.

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Katelyn D.


Wilmington, NC

$20/hr8 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

5.0

(1)

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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.

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Mary A.


Wilmington, NC

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

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

4.5

(4)

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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 awesome! She took care of my 95-year-old father, who has passed away. Mary bonded with him and was very caring. She was responsible for giving him his medications, feeding and bathing him, and making...

Reviewed by Carleen B.

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Jaya P.


Carolina Beach, NC

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Caring, Creative, & Experienced Nanny

5.0

(1)

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My name is Jaya and I am 23 years old! I have been babysitting all age ranges since high school and I have a B. S. in Psychology with minors in Applied Behavioral Analysis and Spanish language. In college I pursued applied behavioral analysis research and therapy where I gained both education and clinical experience involving...
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Nina H.


Wilmington, NC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Experienced Mom

5.0

(2)

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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
"We were so lucky to find Nina to watch our now 21 month old when she was about a year old. We couldn't have asked for a better caregiver and only stopped using her because she moved to another state! We were so...

Reviewed by Lauren L.

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Neelia A.


Wilmington, NC

$15-23/hr6 yrs exp

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

5.0

(4)

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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 was fantastic with my son today! He's pretty high energy and she had no issues keeping him entertained for the 9 hours she was with him! We would definitely hire her again! My son says she's the best...

Reviewed by Ashley D.

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Ciara H.


Wilmington, NC

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Summer Caregiver/companion

5.0

(1)

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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...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Winnabow, NC

Kyler S.

5.0

Kyler did great hanging with our older son with special needs! She kept up with him on the beach and made sure he was safe on long walks. She was also great helping with transitions between the beach and beach house. She is friendly and smart, and we would definitely hire her again!

- Michael M.

Kristin O.

5.0

Kristin is without hesitation the best caretaker/ teacher there is. She has the biggest heart and loves unconditionally. She is unique, creative and fun and every one should have the pleasure of knowing her. She is the best candidate you could ask for and you will not be disappointed.

- Care member

Carly L.

5.0

Carly has a talent for working with all children, especially those with challenging personalities!!!

- Erika H.

Carolyn C.

5.0

Carolyn is wonderful! She took care of our newborn with ease and kindness! She entertained him and was attentive to his needs. As a first time mom, I trusted her immediately because of her punctuality, professionalism and experience. I was very comfortable having her in my home to take care of our...

- Chelsea T.

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.

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