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Lela T.


Glenolden, PA

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs One On One

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I worked for the school District of Philadelphia working with youth with special needs from ages 3 to 21 years of age. I have 8+ years working in the special needs environment. Youth who has ADHD, ADD, cerebral palsy, echolalia , down syndrome the list goes on. I have also prepared youth for work ready as well working with the...
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Karen V.


Drexel Hill, PA

$26/hr9 yrs exp

Professional Nanny/Preschool Teacher/Ass Director

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been involved in the early childhood development field for over 30 years, I majored in child development in college. I have worked with infants through grade school, I also was an assistant director at a preschool in Los Angeles for nine years I have taught infants through Elementary school, also experience teaching...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Karen was my daughter's preschool teacher at Family Nurturing Center and became a dear friend of ours ever since. She absolutely adored Karen and they lovingly referred to each other as "sista." Karen always made her feel special and loved. She would take extra...

Deborah G.

Special education teacher (k-12). First aid and CPR certified As a special education teacher, I have worked with people of all needs, ages and abilities. In my spare time, I am a volunteer at various programs within the special needs community (camp counselor for young adults with Down Syndrome, volunteer for the Special...
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Kelly J.


Upper Darby, PA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Available Part-Time

I have a Master's in Special Education. I have worked with students with learning differences, Down Syndrome, and ASD. I believe that all children deserve to be understood and provided with excellent care.
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Briona C.


Upper Darby, PA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Mature And Have 4 Years Experience With Youth. Have Worked With Children With Autism And ADHD

I have worked with children with special needs since 2013 mostly in school based environments. (ADHD, ODD, AUTISM, DOWN SYNDROME, ETC) Also have experience with intense behaviors. I have been a personal care aide and classroom assistant for a special ed teacher the past for 5 years. Also have worked in a Daycare for a couple...
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Bettina B.


Drexel Hill, PA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Happy And Caring Special Education Teacher/Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi. My name is Bettina I am a Special Education Teacher Major in Teaching Intellectually Challenged students. I have 5 years working experience. I have worked with children and young adults with Autism, ADHD, Down Syndrome, Hearing Impaired, Verbally Impaired, Fragile X, and many more. I have work experience in residential...
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Gviana G.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hi there! My first childcare experience was as a teachers assistant in a classroom at ARC Broward (Achievement and Rehabilitation Center). I spent my summer watching over children with special needs such as autism, down syndrome, and cerebral palsy. I got experience feeding, changing, and playing with these beautiful babies...
Gviana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
I have loved working with children in different capacities for the past 10 years. I earned my Masters degree in Special Education from Temple University and I am a first grade teacher in Philadelphia. I also greatly enjoy volunteering. During the summer, I volunteer with an organization called PALS, which is a camp for young...
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Rachel B.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available!

I have experience with individuals of a wide range of ages and ability levels. I was a member of the Peer Assisted Learning Support (PALS) club all 4 years of high school, and held the position of President for 2 years. I worked as a volunteer, and later camp counselor, at Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center, where I worked with...
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Hannah J.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I grew up with a brother who has Down Syndrome and another brother with developmental delays, ADD, ODD, and Reactive Attachment Disorder. After high school, I spent a year helping to care for them and implement their therapy program. During my years as a teacher, I have worked with other students who have developmental delays,...
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Augusta C.


Bryn Mawr, PA

$16-24/hr4 yrs exp

Fun And Responsible Sitter

Hi! I am from Chicago, Illinois, and am a Sophomore at Bryn Mawr College. I am a patient, caring and responsible person who has at least 5 years of experience with childcare. I am currently employed at the Phebe Anna Thorne Preschool in Bryn Mawr. Over the past three summers I worked at a summer camp engaging with children...
Augusta can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Alexis L.


Westville, NJ

$15-21/hr1 yrs exp

My name is Alex! I'm currently a speech-language pathology graduate student. Prior to attending college, I worked as an EMT for five years. During my internships in college, I've worked with children with a range of disabilities (including autism, seizure disorders, cerebral palsy, Down's syndrome, ADD/ADHD). I have availability...
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Erin H.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Looking For A Summer Nannying Job

I am an energetic and fun person who loves getting to work with children. I have a lot of experience working with a wide range of ages, ranging from babies-12 years old. I have two younger sisters, so I grew up watching them and learning how to interact with all ages. One of my sisters has Down Syndrome, so I grew up with a lot...
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Karen V.


Drexel Hill, PA

$20-24/hr10 yrs exp

MY Name is Karen. I have had 30 plus experience IN ECD I Have had experience as a Nanny as Well as An Assistant Director In A Pre School I have had experience IN preparing a pre School with NAYEC as well as Universal Pre School. I have had EXP with an infant center as Well as being a private nanny Working Experience with...
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Rita R.


Upper Darby, PA

$22-23/hr10 yrs exp

Healthcare Provider

Hello, I have 10 years experience with special needs, down syndrome and spinal cord injury. I'm COVID vaccinated. Have an insured car. I am an non-smoker. I enjoy the arts, music, gardening, walks, working out. Look forward to talking with you.
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Margaret R.


King of Prussia, PA

$40-58/hr5 yrs exp

Excellent Care For Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with special needs my entire life; my older brother has down syndrome, autism, and experienced seizures as a baby that left him nonverbal and severely mentally retarded. After helping my parents with my brother, I moved on to working with families with special needs in their homes. My experience is most extensive...
5.0
"Margo is an amazing caretaker and friend. She has been helping me out with my 20 year old daughter who has severe epilepsy and global development/ cognitive delays. My daughter loves spending time with her and I am comforted knowing that my daughter is safe under...

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Kara C.


Plymouth Meeting, PA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny / Babysitter SUMMER ONLY

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kara and I am looking for a full-time nanny position for this summer as I get out of school May 10th and return August 29th. I have a sister with Down Syndrome, so I definitely have experience with taking care of individuals with special needs. Also, my second cousin has 5 kids, one 8 years old, another 6 years...
Kara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kara is our neighbor and has taken care of our kids (almost 5 year-old girl and 3 year-old boy) for some time. It is really important to us that someone isn't just watching our kids, but that we have someone who will engage with them, get on their level, and play...

Lisa S.

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Renee W.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nanny

I was a school teacher for Philadelphia and most classes I taught were fully integrated. I have worked with special Olympics and with special people in the north east . My masters background is special education and my cousin has Down syndrome and is a 25-year-old grown man. I have worked with him very closely through the years....
5.0
"was always on time and could count on"

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Jennifer R.


Maple Shade, NJ

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hello all, working with individuals with special needs brings with it a host of unique challenges and opportunities. Therefore, a few years ago I worked as a one on one aid with kids with Down Syndrome, Development Delayed.. etc. Those children I worked with made every day fulfilling, and I know my work made a positive impact...

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Glenolden, PA

Karen V.

5.0

Karen was my daughter's preschool teacher at Family Nurturing Center and became a dear friend of ours ever since. She absolutely adored Karen and they lovingly referred to each other as "sista." Karen always made her feel special and loved. She would take extra time when she couldn't sleep to pet...

- Deborah G.

Margaret R.

5.0

Margot is a lovely person to have in our home. She is reliable, knowledgeable, and trustworthy and takes wonderful care of our daughter.

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Kara C.

5.0

She is a kind-hearted person and my baby sensed that the minute he met her. I can honestly say she is a gem. She takes care of him like I would.

- Winsome C.

Renee W.

5.0

was always on time and could count on

- Care member

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