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87 special needs caregivers are listed in Columbia, SC
The average rate is $13/hr as of June 2023
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
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I am a 27-year-old mom of three. I love children and I also have a passion for caring for the elderly and special needs. I have a 5-year-old son who has a brain disorder, epilepsy, and cerebral palsy. I have gained an abundance of hand on experience while raising my son by administering medication,...
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I have always had big heart for the elderly although I no longer work with them. I did spend two years learning about them while taking a CNA course and upon graduation, I became a Certified Nursing Assistant. That instantly changed because I went off to school to further my education.
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Hi I'm a reliable mom of two young men. I've been working with special need individuals and the elderly for over 20 years. I have a compassion for what I do and I take my job serious. I'm very outgoing and will take on new experiences when it arrives. It's been so rewarding taking care of others and...
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I have worked with children with disabilities over 20 years. I am very patient and believe in taking excellent care of children and am a great advocate for children with disabilities. They require a lot of care and am a strong believer in meeting those needs .. I do not mind changing diapers or...
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Shaquanda T.
Columbia, SC
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi , my name is Shaquanda, I am a mother of two. I'm a patient, caring , loving and creative person. I have been in the care taking field for almost 8 years. For 4 of these years I specifically have been taking care of people with mental and physical disabilities. I help them become as independent...
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I have been taking care of people's elderly loved ones for 5 years now. I have assisted with ADL's including bathing and dressing, meal prep, medication reminders, and just being their so the loved one has someone to talk to. I am very friendly and outgoing, and want to make your loved one feel safe...
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I have been babysitting for over six years and love working with children. I used to nanny a teenager with autism for over a year and enjoyed every minute of it. I also attended the Special Olympics multiple years in a row. In high school I volunteered as an after school councilor at an under...
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My name is Kristen, I have a bachelor's in Psychology and am starting my journey to get my Masters in Social Work in August. I have 10+ years babysitting and 6 years of paid child care. I have two years experience as an overnight camp counselor and two years of coaching experience. I am comfortable...
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Stacey G.
Columbia, SC
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I love people... I have experience with special needs and the elderly. I am first aide/CPR certified, 2 years pursuing a Human Service degree, I am a minister in my church. Trained in developmentally disabled and mentally challenged individuals and alzheimers/dementia patients.
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CPR certified... I also have a brother who also has special needs. And I've been in the healthcare field for 10 plus years.
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I have two years of experience with senior care now. I started out working through an agency, particularly with special needs, but soon fell in love with senior care. I have done everything from overnight care to just spending time talking and reading. I have enjoyed this work so much, that I have...
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I am a 2022 graduate of the College of Charleston with a major in Public Health. I am currently in Columbia SC for grad school to prepare for medical school. I work full time at Cooperative Health in the Ryan White HIV Department. While in high school I earned my CNA certification and have been an...
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5.0
Jasmine is a quiet and kind young lady. I employed her for night duty after having had back surgery. She is pleasant and efficient. She assisted me by preparing my dinners and cleaning up, helped me get a...
Reviewed by Carole C.
Grace U.
West Columbia, SC
$12-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Starting at age 5, my family did foster care for 0-5-year-olds. I love children, and genuinely just want to see them smile. I worked at an After school care in South Carolina for 5 months for my college internship. This was with 4-13-year-olds. I helped with snack, events, activities, and tutoring....
Recent Review:
5.0
Where do I begin! Grace was/is my saving Grace, she not only loves our daughter like she is her own but the love she has for our family is astonishing, from our daughter, to myself, to my husband and our two...
Reviewed by Danielle B.
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My name is Kristina, and I'm a senior at UOFSC studying Journalism. I have been previously employed as an afterschool teacher at Empire Gymnastics in Lexington, a summer camp counselor, as well as a child care worker at the YMCA. I have experience in caring for children with special needs. I...
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5.0
Kristina has a big heart and an immense love for children! She babysat my 2 little sisters and did a great job. One has ADHD and she handled it perfectly. She also works with kids with autism. She's very...
Reviewed by Mathew H.
Maicie W.
West Columbia, SC
$20-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Crafts. I have worked with children ages 2 months- 12 years old. I also have experience with children and adults with special needs and disabilities. I love to stay active and be able to make the most out of any day or any situation. I am a...
Madyson G.
West Columbia, SC
$11-16/hr
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Hello! I am a recent graduate from Presbyterian College with a degree in psychology. I have also taken special education and other classes such as child and adolescent psychology. I have friends who have disabilities such as Down Syndrome and Autism, so I have experience interacting with and...
Julie S.
Cayce, SC
$15-20/hr
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I have worked with special needs kids through music teaching. I taught a kid who was 6 and learned how to structure the lesson so that he felt that he had control over the situation. I also have a little cousin who is on the spectrum, and I have learned so much. I have a passion for taking care of...
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My experience with special needs goes way back to years of volunteering through a hippotherapy program. I also worked through an agency that specialized in special needs care called Caregivers of the Upstate. My passion has always been helping others, so much so that I am majoring in music at the...
Jessica B.
West Columbia, SC
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hell I'm Jessica! I have 4 years of experience working with children and families that have been diagnosed with a disability. I have worked in varies settings providing various services - teaching, ABA, life skills and family skills.
Audrey C.
West Columbia, SC
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
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I currently work in a school as Instructional Assistant. I "Shadow" a student with Autism.I had four adult children. I work almost weekly with children in the church that I am a member of. I have been involved in teaching classes, baby-sittings, overnight activities for over 25 years.
Carey O.
West Columbia, SC
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Columbia Nanny Seeking Full-Time Position
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Being a nanny has been a really rewarding experience for me. I've had the opportunity to work with children of a variety of ages and help them learn, grow, and develop. I've always loved kids and have been babysitting for family friends and people from my church since I was 12 years old. After high...
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I'm hands on with it. I have a son who has hearing loss and speech delay. Some behavior issues. He was born with a cleft and my husband and the family. Is a team. Why not hired a person who going thru it for now 5 years.
Recent Review:
5.0
Our lives are forever changed by meeting Larista Yvette! We absolutely love her! She is a wonderful professional and has the addition of her own personal experiences making her irreplaceable!
Reviewed by Charlie W.
Mary S.
Columbia, SC
$11-16/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced, Motivated To Help As Many Families As Possible.
I have 3 years of experience in special needs care, babysitting, and an after school program with preschool and elementary aged kids. I am more than willing to help in any way I can!
Sara P.
Columbia, SC
$10-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitting Available For Most Day And Night Babysitting Jobs
Hi everyone! I am a senior at the University of South Carolina living in Columbia. I have been babysitting kids since I was 13 from babies to teenagers and multiples. Over the past six summers I have nannied for a family with three kids (currently ages 5, 10, 12) driving them to and from camps and...
Hi! I'm Abrianna mother of two boys. I have several years experience working in home health and also for the department of disability and special needs. I recently became a CNA. I am also CPR and first aide certified. I have a passion for helping those In need.
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Hello there! Are you looking for a senior assistant? I have the experience you are looking for. I have taken take of several seniors whether it be at the residency or just to take them out to get whatever they need. I can assist most needs. I have experience with autism, comfort care for cancer,...
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Zyandrea W.
Columbia, SC
$11-16/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am 22 years old and have a passion for caring and helping others! I am three months away from being a nurse and currently work as a correction officer at a local prison. Before becoming a C/O I ve worked in the health care field since 2015. Nursing isn't just a job to me but more of a lifestyle!
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Columbia, SC
Jasmine B.
5.0
Jasmine is a quiet and kind young lady. I employed her for night duty after having had back surgery. She is pleasant and efficient. She assisted me by preparing my dinners and cleaning up, helped me get a shower for the first time post op and other little tasks I cannot perform myself. I recommend...
- Carole C.
Grace U.
5.0
Where do I begin! Grace was/is my saving Grace, she not only loves our daughter like she is her own but the love she has for our family is astonishing, from our daughter, to myself, to my husband and our two fur babies, she just wants to be there for us and love us! From day one she fit perfectly...
- Danielle B.
Kristina T.
5.0
Kristina has a big heart and an immense love for children! She babysat my 2 little sisters and did a great job. One has ADHD and she handled it perfectly. She also works with kids with autism. She's very professional and polite
- Mathew H.
Larista B.
5.0
Our lives are forever changed by meeting Larista Yvette! We absolutely love her! She is a wonderful professional and has the addition of her own personal experiences making her irreplaceable!
- Charlie W.
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