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Catherine M.


Philadelphia, PA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Super Positive, Fun And Caring Companion

5.0

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Hello, I welcome you to message me after you have read my profile and after all parties have agreed to hire a caretaker. Hello! I am a former Special Education Teacher with experience in a multiple disability classroom for children ages 5 through 18. I also have 5 Years Experience with Senior Citizens who need companionship,...
5.0
"Cathy is a natural leader and is compassionate and attentive to others needs, her leadership motivates others around her while her professional attitude promotes a positive atmosphere."

Padraic A.

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Yuan T.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Available To Provide Care

I am an energetic, patient, reliable, and fun certified Special Education teacher with over 16 years of experience of working with students with a wide range of disabilities. In my teaching career I have worked with elementary, middle, and high school students. My students have various needs ranging from Autism, learning...
5.0
"Yuan is a kind, friendly, experienced educator. She excels at catering her teaching to the individual needs of the student. Yuan taught my son for 2 years in a home school setting. She is amazing! She is very knowledgeable about different teaching methods and...

Cathy H.

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Ashlyn K.


Philadelphia, PA

$22-25/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny McPhee

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Ashlyn, and I am an experienced and compassionate caregiver with a passion for working with children of all abilities. I have several years of experience providing care for children with special needs, including those with autism, ADHD, and other developmental disorders. I am dedicated to creating a safe,...
Ashlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Ashlyn has been a wonderful babysitter for our 11 month old. Our son loves spending time with her and she is always dependable and professional."

Virginia H.

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Jae L.


Philadelphia, PA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving And Responsible Caregiver

Hired by 46 families in your neighborhood

So you're doing one of the hardest things of your life right now! Passing your most precious prizes off to a stranger to support your family and lifestyle is tuff. I understand. That's why I'm here to save the day! For over 10 years I've cared for children from newborns to teenagers, with and without special needs. I assist...
Jae can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Turquoise was great! My event ran over and she was very patient and stayed over. Will definitely hire her again!"

Nicoli S.

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Chosa W.


Elkins Park, PA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

I am a Certified Nursing assistant with 10 years experience and a graduate from Community College of Philadelphia, majored in Behavioral Health and human services. Am a compassionate and very dedicated person with empathy and caring. Through my job as a CNA, I have helped different families in taking care of their loved ones by...
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Dora S.


Philadelphia, PA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello I have worked with the elderly who have dementia. I am happy to do meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping, and errands.
5.0
"Dora did a 1 month overnight care role for my elderly mother three times a week. She was lovely to interact with, kind, compassionate, communicative, punctual, and patient with my mom who could become very anxious at night. Dora played my moms fav game, Rumikub...

Marilyn B.

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Lorin C.


Ambler, PA

$10-20/hr

Special Needs Caregiver

I have had 10 years experience with children with special needs. I taught first grade all four years of high school as a student teacher. I have taught early education and now middle school with children with special needs. Teaching and caring for children is my favorite thing to do! I am looking to learn and grow in my...
Lorin can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
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Ackielia H.


Feasterville Trevose, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Care Provider

Hello, My name is Ackielia and I've been a caregiver for 11 yrs. My career began with assisting and advocating for special needs individuals. This required a ton of patience, consistency, reliability and mindfulness that I have proudly acquired. My experience also extend to seniors who require assistance with daily activities,...
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Lorin C.


Ambler, PA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Great With All Kids- Special Needs And Typically Developing

Hello, my name is Lorin C. I am recent Temple University graduate with a degree in special education. I have over 10 years of experience with children with special needs. I have taught and cared for children of all abilities from infancy through middle school. Teaching and caring for children is my favorite thing to do! I am CPR...
Lorin can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Alani G.


Southampton, PA

$18-22/hr2 yrs exp

RBT Super Sitter

I've been working with children in school and in-home for the past 2 years; specializing in special needs and children who exhibit behavior issues. I am CPR/First Aid certified and up to date on all my background checks. My goal is your children's happiness and safety!
Alani can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Rhianna H.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-50/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

Hello! My name is Rhianna and I am available this summer to help support your children! I am a behavior analyst by trade and have extensive experience with autism, developmental delays, and special needs children. I work a summer session for work from June 24-July 29, but am available every Friday all day. I look forward to...
Rhianna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I have a bachelors degree in Early Childhood/Elementary Education and a masters in special education. I have been working in the daycare business since 2012. I have experience with infants, toddlers, preschoolers and pre-kindergartners. I have experience with children who have special needs (Autism, Down Syndrome, developmental...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Grace R.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Transitioning Teacher

I have 10 years of experience as an educator and am seeking a career transition. I have my Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood and Childhood Education with an extension to teach Biology through 12th grade. I have also been a day camp counselor for children ages 5 years old - 11 years old. I have experience with...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

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Ropafadzo G.


Ambler, PA

$40/hr2 yrs exp

Just Like Mothers Care A Babysitter You Can Trust

Cooking skills I can swim comfortable with fur pets usually babysit from 3 months to 4 years but can make an exception up to 8 years have no experience with special needs children
Ropafadzo can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
In my three years of childcare experience, I have worked with both special needs children and groups of siblings. I have worked in public schools in the area and with a variety of ages. I am in my third year of college for Early Education and Special Education. My education reinforces my values and techniques when working with...
Bridget can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kim B.


Willow Grove, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare

Hello, I am a mother of one and have worked with kids my entire life. As a teenager, I ran a swim program with special needs students. As a young adult, I worked with special needs teens. When my daughter was young, I babysat infants at my home and at employer's homes. Currently, I am a one-on-one personal care assistant for a...
Kim can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

I am the oldest of 6 siblings. being the oldest sister makes me very nurturing and caring to kids. I have one brother with down syndrome which helps a lot. I am very experienced with helping children with special needs.
Malak can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Marisol G.


Warminster, PA

$8-28/hr

I Will Like To Help Someone In Need

I am very understanding and patient. I have 2 special needs sons that require a lot of just hands-on and patience. This has been my world for the last 21 years. And I would love to bring help to someone in need.
Marisol can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
Hey My name is Ashlyn, I am an experienced and compassionate caregiver with a passion for working with children of all abilities. I have several years of experience providing care for children with special needs, including those with autism, ADHD, and other developmental disorders. I am dedicated to creating a safe, supportive,...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Cindi. I am a RBT Registered Behavioral therapist working with special needs children. The company I work for is temporarily closed do to social distancing. I am a single mom of two amazing teenagers and need to keep a cash flow coming in to support my family. I also have 5 years experience as a Lead Preschool teacher...
Cynthia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Abington, PA

Catherine M.

5.0

Cathy is a natural leader and is compassionate and attentive to others needs, her leadership motivates others around her while her professional attitude promotes a positive atmosphere.

- Padraic A.

Yuan T.

5.0

Yuan is a kind, friendly, experienced educator. She excels at catering her teaching to the individual needs of the student. Yuan taught my son for 2 years in a home school setting. She is amazing! She is very knowledgeable about different teaching methods and can adjust her style to find the...

- Cathy H.

Ashlyn K.

5.0

Ashlyn has been a wonderful babysitter for our 11 month old. Our son loves spending time with her and she is always dependable and professional.

- Virginia H.

Jae L.

5.0

Professional and very friendly. My daughter likes playing with her.

- Zehao C.

Dora S.

5.0

Dora did a 1 month overnight care role for my elderly mother three times a week. She was lovely to interact with, kind, compassionate, communicative, punctual, and patient with my mom who could become very anxious at night. Dora played my moms fav game, Rumikub with her, had nice chats snd reminded...

- Marilyn B.

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