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Hakhakhi M.


Mertztown, PA

$14-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Compassionate And Patient Special Needs Caregiver

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Hi, my name is Hakhakhi, and I have a passion for caring for individuals with special needs. While I don't have formal qualifications, I have hands-on experience providing support, patience, and companionship. I was raised by a deaf father and cared for my brother's child, who is both autistic and deaf. This experience deepened...
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Paige W.


Macungie, PA

$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp

Compassionate Therapeutic Teacher/caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Paige ! I have a Bachelors degree in Rehabilitative Science with a concentration in Occupational Therapy. I also have my Early Childhood Development certificate. I am first aid and CPR certified. I also have all my clearances up to date ( child abuse, criminal background check and fingerprint screening). I am a...
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Karen E.


Alburtis, PA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse desires in home caregiver position. We can develop a plan of care together for your loved one. CPR, FBI fingerprint background check and vaccinated.
5.0
"Karen is a compassionate and caring caregiver who is always willing to do whatever is necessary to meet the needs of her client. She has a great personality and is always cheerful and upbeat on the job. I can't think of anyone else I'd want caring for my brother."

Robert H.

Current Occupational Therapy student with experience working with individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities. A positive and caring individual who loves to meet new people!
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Hannah G.


Emmaus, PA

$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Caregiver With Teaching Certificate Available!

I absolutely love and adore children! I am extremely devoted to caring for all children and ensuring that they are loved, included, heard, and well taken care of. I have experience babysitting children with Intellectual Disabilities, Down Syndrome, and Autism. Aside from babysitting, I have experience being a student teacher in...
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Lauren R.


Barto, PA

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Caregiver For Special Needs With Lots of Professional Experience As Well As Personal Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! Thank you for your interest in me. I would first like to start off by saying that I had a special sister who was both physically and mentally disabled, unfortunately she passed away a few years ago. She was my world and from the moment she came into this world, (I was only 2 years old) I looked passed the wires and...
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Crystal S.


Macungie, PA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Senior Services

Seniors have my heart... I'm an ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) certified Exercise Physiologist with a passion for those with limitations that are determined and desirous of positive change for an improved overall well being that can last a lifetime. I've had the honor of working with a diverse population seniors...
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Abigail M.


Allentown, PA

$10-20/hr

Energetic, Reliable Babysitter

I have a foster brother, who has lived with us for over a year, with a severe genetic syndrome and autism. Though I am not his primary caretaker, I am used to children with special needs. I will be attending University of Richmond in the fall, and I would like a job for the summer (until August 8).
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Jamie W.


Emmaus, PA

$22-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have been working with special needs children most of my life. My family has Autism and I have children that have overcome many obstacles due to learning disabilities. My nephew struggles with borderline MR and Autism and I have helped in his life significantly.
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Grace R.


Kutztown, PA

$15-22/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hey! My name is Grace. I dont have much in the way of professional experience. However I come from a huge family where I helped to take care a multitude of disorders as well as encountering some through my career as being a nanny. This ranges from autism and schizophrenia to ADHD and depression. I am able to do errands and light...
I have tutored a boy with a learning disability and seizure disorder for the past six years. We went over schoolwork, prepared for exams, and kept up with skills throughout the summer. I also was the vice president of an organization during high school. I was a mentor and my tasks included providing appropriate interactions with...

Alexsis D.


Kutztown, PA

$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Teacher/Nanny/Caregiver

Hello, my name is Alexsis! I have known I have wanted to be an educator since I was young, so it is no surprise I spend my free time watching children of all ages and helping out families in my area. I am currently an Early Education major, and I have a Disability Studies minor meaning I have all my clearances through my...
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Sarah N.


Pottstown, PA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Sitter With Special Needs Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Growing up with a brother with autism and intellectual disabilities, I found a passion for caregiving from a young age. I have extensive experience working with children, teens, and young adults, of all abilities, in home care as well as in summer day camp and school settings. I earned my bachelors degree in psychology and have...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sarah has been caring for my 6 month old and is amazing! She is very responsive and reliable. She's very warm and caring, my baby loves her and she takes excellent care of her. If she has any questions about care she is quick to ask and is really engaged as a...

Kaya C.

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Amy R.


Sellersville, PA

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver, Teacher

I am a mother, an artist, a teacher, a lover of nature and curiosity. I have been working with children with special needs for over 10 years. I have experience with ages birth through 15. I am trained in discreet trial table work. Non verbal or children with limited communication skills are my "specialty". I have ABA training. A...
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Kathleen B.


Bethlehem, PA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over a decade of experience working with children and teens with various disabilities. I have a masters in human development, my BCBA certification, and am working on my PhD in school psychology. I have experience with Autism, ADD, ADHD, Down Syndrome, OCD, GAD, ODD, Angelman's Syndrome, and more. I also have experience...
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Jessica F.


Pottstown, PA

$25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Greetings! My name is Jessica or Jessie. Very responsible & reliable child care. I'm very gentle, polite and good manners. I'm willing to take care your most important and precious love. And follow any special instructions. I have great references of a parents with autistic twins. Thank you and will my pleasure to answer any...
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Rosanna L.


Leesport, PA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

10+ Year Experienced Certified Teacher, Tutor, And Pet Lover

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

TUTOR- I am a dual certified in elementary and special education. I have 15 years of tutoring experience along with 10 years of special education teaching experience. I have taught students with special needs from ages 4-21 inclusively. I have a multitude of experience in a variety of disabilities including but not limited to...
5.0
"Rose is simply the best support professional we have ever worked with. She is very professional, smart, dedicated, conscientious, and creative. She has made gains with our autistic son in many areas with amazing results. And at the same time, always doing her work...

Steve E.

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Debra B.


Allentown, PA

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been in the healthcare field since 2000, I have worked at hospitals nursing homes also have brought clients with nowhere to go in my home for care. I am CPR certified, first aid training & CNA certified. I do have a very few honest reliable girls that work with me, when I am on vacation or unavailable. My references are...
5.0
"Debbie is the most positive, energetic health care giver you will ever meet. Leaving your loved ones in hands of others is scary, but I can promise you you will never find someone more committed to your loved one then Debbie. Nine years ago she came into our...

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Normal D.


Schwenksville, PA

$16-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

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Experience in caregiving. Activities of daily living including taking vital signs. A mother of 2 adult children and 1youth. Married and very passionate about my job.
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Channise R.


Bethlehem, PA

$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Channise. I have had many experiences with children. I love working with children of all ages which has become a passion of mine. I have volunteered and worked at summer camps and after-school programs for children as young as 3 years old to 12 years old. I have also worked at a daycare center/preschool with...

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Mertztown, PA

Karen E.

5.0

Karen is a compassionate and caring caregiver who is always willing to do whatever is necessary to meet the needs of her client. She has a great personality and is always cheerful and upbeat on the job. I can't think of anyone else I'd want caring for my brother.

- Robert H.

Sarah N.

5.0

Sarah has been caring for my 6 month old and is amazing! She is very responsive and reliable. She's very warm and caring, my baby loves her and she takes excellent care of her. If she has any questions about care she is quick to ask and is really engaged as a caregiver, she really gives kids 100%!

- Kaya C.

Rosanna L.

5.0

Rose is simply the best support professional we have ever worked with. She is very professional, smart, dedicated, conscientious, and creative. She has made gains with our autistic son in many areas with amazing results. And at the same time, always doing her work with such a caring approach. I...

- Steve E.

Debra B.

5.0

Debbie is the most positive, energetic health care giver you will ever meet. Leaving your loved ones in hands of others is scary, but I can promise you you will never find someone more committed to your loved one then Debbie. Nine years ago she came into our lives to care for our father following...

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