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Find Down syndrome care in Plymouth Meeting, PA that you’ll love

53 Down syndrome care are listed in Plymouth Meeting, PA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby Down syndrome care is 4 years

Down syndrome care in Plymouth Meeting, PA

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Kara C.


Plymouth Meeting, PA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny / Babysitter SUMMER ONLY

5.0

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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 cousin and has babysat for our 5 children. She is currently attending college to become a physical therapist. Our children adore her. She is responsible, caring, hard-working, energetic, and so much fun! She also has an older sister with special...

Lori H.

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Becky M.


Ambler, PA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Seeking Part-Time/Full-Time

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for 20 years and babysat for 7 years before that. I have worked with children with a variety of personalities, disorders, and ages. My special needs experience is mostly centered around Autism, ADHD, and hearing impairment/loss, but I do have some experience with down syndrome, borderline, food allergies, and...
Becky can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Becky has been babysitting for us for over 3 years! She is always punctual and very quick to reply when I reach out to her about upcoming dates and has never cancelled. My kids are young (2 and 5) and they both take to her. She takes the time to play with them...

Kristen N.

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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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Margaret R.


King of Prussia, PA

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Child And Special Needs Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children and special needs for over 4 years; my oldest brother has down syndrome, autism, and experienced seizures as a baby that left him nonverbal and severely mentally delayed. After helping my parents with my brother, I moved on to working with families with special needs in their homes. My experience is...
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We were in town for medical appointments at CHOP and I reached out to Margaret to watch my daughter so I could have some me time in the city. She was excellent with my daughter and gave her Gtube meds. Very professional highly recommend her!!"

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Jennifer H.


King of Prussia, PA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver For Special Needs

I used to live with a roommate who has Down Syndrome for two and a half years. I worked with many individuals with special needs. I am very good with one on one encouragement with individuals with special needs, assisting them in independent living skills or other skills, related to school or physical activity. I like to be a...
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Lisa J.


Wayne, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Special Needs Babysitter. I am a retired pediatric Occupational Therapist with many years of experience. I have heard families struggling to find a babysitter for their unique situation and would be interested in helping a local family. I love children and adults. I enjoy playing lots of games and doing arts and crafts...
I started caring for people with special needs when I was in high school. I had a neighbor with Down syndrome and was a caregiver for her throughout most of her life. I worked with a variety of adults, teens, and children with disabilities while in high school, undergrad, and graduate school. In my spare time, I like to read,...
A compassionate and experienced Special Needs Caregiver with 11+ years of dedicated service. Providing exceptional care and support to individuals with diverse disabilities such as ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, Down syndrome and mental health disorders. Demonstrating strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to implement...
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Christy D.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-25/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Teacher by day. Avid reader. I have experience tutoring children. I recently have been working with 5-year-old twins and have great experience with children outside of school work as well. I have special training with individuals with special needs such as Autism, Down Syndrome, Dementia, Hearing and Vision Impaired. I currently...
Christy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

My whole life my best friend had down syndrome. In high school I was president of our club for people with and without special needs. I am now going to school to be a special education teacher. I am so passionate about working with kids with special needs because they have so much to offer to the world and many times society...
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Katie F.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-20/hr

Recreational Therapist

In my experience as a recreational therapist, I have worked in both community based, in home, and school settings with clients with varying diagnoses. I have provided services for individuals with autism spectrum disorder, Down's syndrome, cognitive delays, and behavioral health diagnoses. I most enjoy creating a bond with the...
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Leah C.


Lansdale, PA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

I am currently taking a semester off before completing my degree at Penn State University where I am studying psychology. I have five years of experience working with kids ages 2-12. I spent four summers as a camp counselor at Hopwood nursery primarily with 3-5-year-olds. I also spent one year working there as a preschool...
Leah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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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Margaret R.


King of Prussia, PA

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Senior Care For Your Family

I have worked with seniors for 2 years, from daily care to medication management. The bulk of my experience is with special needs; my oldest brother has down syndrome, autism, and experienced seizures as a baby that left him nonverbal and severely mentally delayed. After helping my parents with my brother, I moved on to working...
Margaret can also help with: Errands, dementia, respite care, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I am a recent college graduate from Temple Univ. I graduated with a degree in Criminal Justice and currently work for Montgomery County Probation. Prior to obtaining this job I work Upper Merion Parks and Recreation in the Summer Day Camp program for 5 years as an Assistant Director. Typically I dealt with kids in the age range...
Joe can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Joe S.


King of Prussia, PA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Here To Make Your Life Easier

I am a recent college graduate from Temple Univ. I graduated with a degree in Criminal Justice and currently work for Montgomery County Probation. Prior to obtaining this job I work Upper Merion Parks and Recreation in the Summer Day Camp program for 5 years as an Assistant Director. Typically I dealt with kids in the age range...
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Arianna R.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Passionate Educator

Hi! My name is Arianna, also known as Miss. Arianna or Miss. Ana as I've been called by my students. I am a 2019 PSU graduate with a BS In communication sciences and disorders and a minor in rehabilitation and human services. I have a strong background in special education, especially with autism. I've worked with students 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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Michele M.


Doylestown, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mom / Experienced Pediatric OT Available For FT Or PT Nannying

I have over 20 yrs of pediatric experience as an Occupational Therapist working with children with special needs, both with cognitive and physical impairments as well as children with Autism, Aspergers, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Traumatic Brain Injury, Burns, Cancer and the "medically fragile" to name just a few. I left the...

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Plymouth Meeting, PA

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.

Becky M.

5.0

Becky has been babysitting for us for over 3 years! She is always punctual and very quick to reply when I reach out to her about upcoming dates and has never cancelled. My kids are young (2 and 5) and they both take to her. She takes the time to play with them and talk to them and make them feel...

- Kristen N.

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.

- Care member

Margaret R.

5.0

We were in town for medical appointments at CHOP and I reached out to Margaret to watch my daughter so I could have some me time in the city. She was excellent with my daughter and gave her Gtube meds. Very professional highly recommend her!!

- Care member

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