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Special needs child care in West Chester, PA

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Melanie P.


Garnet Valley, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Part Time Caregiver/Driver

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi. My name is Melanie. I live in Garnet Valley and I am a college-educated, semi-retired educator with years of experience caring and driving for children, teens, and adults. I enjoy working with people and providing individualized services for day-to-day living. I provide quality childcare, safe transportation, meal prep (can...
5.0
"Melanie is excellent with people who have special needs. She drove our son who has Down Syndrome and they developed a great relationship!"

Carolyn S.

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Angelica K.


Darby, PA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant: Available Weekends Only: Every Sat & Every Other Sun

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Currently working with Autistic teenager with tuberous sclerosis have been his aide for 3 yrs and am seeking weekend work on my days off
5.0
"She is awesome and such a caring person!!! I am so grateful to have her. She is a gem"

Karen G.

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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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Andrea D.


Haverford, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Coordinated diversified care for premature twins, familiar with pediatric health management, PT, OT, ST, IEP, 504, and able to take care of sick children. Raised my children to have a belief in wellness including daily exercise, the importance of play and creativity, reading, eating nutritiously, and being emotionally aware and...
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"Andrea cared for my 83 year old dad after my mother was unable to care for him. Dad had dementia and a prosthetic for his voice box, as a result of Throat cancer. Andrea was patient, kind, skilled and connected with dad by relating to his interests. My dad passed...

Ayanna H.

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Sandra C.


Spring City, PA

$15-27/hr10 yrs exp

PCA

Hi my name is Sandra I am 32 years old I have been a PCA for over 10 years. I have plenty of experience with elderly care including those with dementia I enjoy helping those in need and putting a smile on their face.
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Marie R.


Philadelphia, PA

$16-21/hr8 yrs exp

I Absolutely Love Working In Childcare Creating Positive Learning

I absolutely love working in childcare creating positive learning experiences for children. I personally enjoy music and dancing, creative arts, and talking to children. Im hoping to provide long term care for a nice family. I've been working In childcare for 8 years with an associates in Early Childhood Education. Promoting...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

CNA Nursing License looking for weekend care or live in for the weekend. CPR first aide.
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Tammy L.


Coatesville, PA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Summer Time, Date Night Or Respite Special Needs Caregiver

I have been working with special needs children for almost 6 years now in a school setting. I love what I do. I would love to be able to care for your child. I love to do arts, and play games, and teach children. So whatever it is your child would like to do or needs to do, we can do. I am very understanding to the needs of the...
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Kurlene G.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-25/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

Most of my experiences have been with seniors, but I am the mother of a 6yr old Autistic child. I was also blessed with caring for a 19yr old Autistic girl while working with her mother. It was a wonderful learning experience for me. It also gave me hope that things do get better. I understand fully how difficult things can be...
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Nina A.


Norristown, PA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Autism Intellectual Disabilities Behavioral Support Specialist

Hello! My name is Nina, and I have a passion for helping others. I have 17 years of experience working with children. In the past several years I worked as a Registered Behavior Technician working in behavior analysis to help children with autism and intellectual disabilities. Most recently, I worked on community integration...
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Elizabeth C.


Claymont, DE

$22-32/hr10 yrs exp

Tutor, Personal Caregiver, Companion, Self-directed Support

I am a certified Art teacher. I currently am a self directed support person for a 30-year-old woman with special needs. I have three teenage children. I have experience with children of all ages. I also worked for 4 years as a councellor and Art director at a camp for elementary age children with social, emotional, and economic...
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Djulya S.


Norristown, PA

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Been Working As A Teacher For 12 Years

I have experience caring for children with special needs, providing compassionate support and ensuring their unique requirements are met with patience, lots of love and understanding.
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Amanda J.


Wilmington, DE

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Behavior Interventionist

Hello! I'm Mandi and I have been a BSC (Behavior Specialist and Interventionist/consultant for 10+ years. I'm currently in my PhD program for youth development and currently work in an elementary school as their behavior Interventionist. Non smoker, CPR certified, loves ALL animals and owns my own car.
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Luli A.


Folcroft, PA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Direct Care

Have worked with a 13 years old boy with an Autistic for 2 years and also worked with a senior 89 years old with skin cancer for 3 years and l will have too say I love working with my clients.
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Jodi D.


Royersford, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny Available

I have been caring for an autistic child since he was 3 months old. He is now 3 years old. We started out teaching him sign language, and he is just now starting to speak and put sentences together. He has many therapist who I have to work with. I also continue to make sure he gets to all his appointments, and that he has the...
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Cathy S.


Drexel Hill, PA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

As a caregiver of a 20-year-old autistic son, I gained experience working with special needs individuals. I started off as a respite provider for my autistic nephew. As a respite provider, I was able to provide assistance to other families in need of support. My duties were taking individuals out into the community, engaging in...
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Emily W.


Upper Darby, PA

$10-20/hr

Part Or Full Time Care

I can be high energy or calm bepending in the care of your loved one. I have been around all kinds of people my whole life so I am cultured. Working w someone w special needs to me would be a new & different experience & I can t wait for the opportunity.
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Cheryl P.


Wilmington, DE

$23-30/hr9 yrs exp

With 9 years of experience caring for special needs adults, I specialize in creating personalized learning strategies and maintaining a positive learning environment. Looking to utilize my skills and experience to make meaningful difference in adults lives.
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Carrie D.


Garnet Valley, PA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Caring Registered Nurse

I've been a registered nurse for 20 years. I'm looking for some out of hospital home care work. I have worked in the emergency department with every age and medical condition you can think of as well as the surgical ICU. I am dependable, respectful, and kind.
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Laura T.


Phoenixville, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Caring Person Wanting To Help With Daily Care.

Although I do not have any experience with caring for special needs, I am a quick learner and willing to do anything to help.

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Recent special needs child care reviews in West Chester, PA

Melanie P.

5.0

Melanie is excellent with people who have special needs. She drove our son who has Down Syndrome and they developed a great relationship!

- Carolyn S.

Angelica K.

5.0

She is awesome and such a caring person!!! I am so grateful to have her. She is a gem

- Karen 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.

- Care member

Andrea D.

5.0

Andrea cared for my 83 year old dad after my mother was unable to care for him. Dad had dementia and a prosthetic for his voice box, as a result of Throat cancer. Andrea was patient, kind, skilled and connected with dad by relating to his interests. My dad passed away but if I need any assistance...

- Ayanna H.

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