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Special needs caregivers in Akron, PA

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Paula W.


New Holland, PA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

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I have experience providing transportation and job coaching to individuals with special needs. Enjoy the simple pleasure of being helpful to others.
Providing help with everyday activities as well as special needs. Shopping, home organization, event planning, errands, product research and procurement, etc.
Kim can also help with: Travel

Marjorie K.


Lancaster, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Comfortable With Special Needs

I'm a positive, supportive, encouraging caregiver for all ages and nearly all diagnoses. I am not a nurse but have an allied health and human service background. Specialties I've worked in: communication disorders (audiology), ABA with autistic children, chronic and severe mental illness, adult/teen psychiatric treatment, and...
A little about myself: Adult diagnosed ADD, kids (now adults) with ADD, family members with ASD including Asperger's. 30 credits in Early Childhood Special Education before moving into healthcare curriculums. Retired young in 2016. Part-time work since. 35+ years in healthcare involving patient care to executive mgmt. I have...

Jamie S.


Lititz, PA

$15-21/hr4 yrs exp

Hey everyone! Rent-an-Auntie at your service! I've cared for children newborn-13 years including twins and special needs! I've taken early childhood development classes and I am a cosmetology graduate. I love working with kids so much that I am now a professional face painter and Girl Scout Leader! I'm generally very cheerful!...
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Lauren K.


Willow Street, PA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Lauren. I am 22 and have experience working with special needs children, children of any age, seniors, and animals. I love crafts and games and anything your child likes. I can cook and clean and would love to speak with you about what you're looking for!
Lauren can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"We were thrilled to have Lauren babysit for us and can't wait to have her again! She is super responsive and very dependable. Our two boys said "She is the nicest babysitter ever!" Can't wait to have her sit for us again."

Erin G.

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Mary W.


Lancaster, PA

$15-26/hr7 yrs exp

Fun, Outdoor-loving, Baking Babysitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Mary and I am a kind, loving, and patient babysitter who is open to new situations to best help family's specific needs. I started my childcare career at a very young age, with three children, two of whom have special needs; I worked for this family for three years until they moved out of town. Since then I...
Mary can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Mary is amazing. We hired her last summer as our first ever babysitter and she instantly became like family. Our girls love her, we love her. She is reliable, sweet, smart, fun and takes such good care of our girls. We missed her all year although she visited on...

Barbara D.

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Stephanie S.


Morgantown, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter For Hire

Seeking to provide nanny or babysitting services. I kind of like the term mother's helper myself. I raised three children of my own & I am a grandmother of 8. I have worked in private schools with special needs students, most recently daycare centers. I have experience caring for infants through 8th grade. I will engage your...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Miss Steffie is an outstanding professional nanny and caretaker! Her high-level technical knowledge and expertise on early child development makes her an incredibly engaging and gifted caretaker. Miss Steffie uses a tailored approach to each child she cares for...

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Lorna Y.


Columbia, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA

I am a certified nursing assistant with 30 years experience in the healthcare field. I really enjoy working with mentally handicapped adults and have a lot of experience working with them! I also have worked in hospitals, nursing homes, and have also worked as a house parent in a home with 8 adults. I am looking for night shift...
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Logan R.


Manheim, PA

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

I am super friendly, easy going, and very adaptable to any situation. I have tons of patience, but I also love to carry conversations. I have experience with Autism, since I have a little brother who is Autistic.
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Alexis U.


Strasburg, PA

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Registered Behavior Technician

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm 26 years old & graduated college with a bachelors degree in Psychology. I work full time with children who have autism, as a Registered Behavior Technician. I also have experience working with children who have special needs, as well as being CPR certified. I have 10+ years of babysitting experience, along with helping...
Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We reached out to Alexis for a day of babysitting request. She replied to all communication promptly, showed up on time, and immediately was getting our daughter to come out of her shell. After a small transition period, we left for our date night with zero worries...

Jacob S.

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Lauren K.


Willow Street, PA

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Lauren. I'm 18. I have worked at Aaron's acres summer camp, Schreiber pediatric summer camp, and other activities at Schreiber. I am willing to help however I can, run errands, cook, and do housework. I will be starting online classes in the fall. I hope to be a youth counselor. Willing to do recurring or one time work....
5.0
"Lauren was on time and very good with my boys! I will definitely have her babysit again!"

Whitney T.

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Kathryn J.


Birdsboro, PA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Dedicated And Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE, SORRY! Hi! I have prior experience in child care and have worked with a vast range of ages over the years. I love working with kids and consider myself patient, charismatic, and reliable. I will consistently provide a safe and fun environment for your children. I have four siblings myself, who I have...
Kathryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Miss Kat is amazing with our little girls. They absolutely adore her, especially the dance parties! She's very responsible and dependable, always arrives on time, keeps our kiddos on a fun routine, and keeps our house tidy (no small feat with our little ones). She...

Melissa B.

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Lisa Q.


Lancaster, PA

$18/hr1 yrs exp

Hello ALL!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Lisa! I am a 41-year-old married, mother of 1 adult daughter, who is off at College now. I am already currently working with Adults with Intellectual Disabilities. But only part-time. So, I am looking to help others as well!! Please let me know what help you or your loved one needs, and I'll let you know if I can...
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Samantha R.


Columbia, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

The Fun Sitter! Experienced Childcare Provider

I have 10 years of experience working with children of all ages including those with special needs! I am also comfortable with any animals you may have at home! I started out as a young teenager and created a summer camp for my younger sister and her friends. I organized educational lessons, crafts, outdoor activities, and meals...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Ana R.


Reading, PA

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Medical Doctor

Hello! I'm a medical doctor, who worked for almost 2 years in pediatric and neonatal unit, where I had a lot of wonderful kids and baby's with special needs. I am studying to enter residency in pediatrics, I love children and I'm super patient, I know how to react to stressful situation, problems and minor accidents :)
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Susan L.


Millersville, PA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

I am a 48-year-old mother of two wonderful successful children and have been married for 26 years. I have 20 + years of child care experience. I've worked with children of all ages and special needs.
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Taylor O.


Honey Brook, PA

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Sitter With Flexible Schedule

Hi, I'm Taylor! I'm a student studying in the medical field with two years experience working as a care aide at a facility for adults with special needs. I love kids and enjoy crafts, games, outdoor activities, and excursions. I have a flexible schedule and am willing to help with household chores and homework.
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I'd describe my personality as nurturing, joyful, and honest I like working with kids because I love to teach, care for them and play with them I'm looking for a job that fulfills me and makes me feel like I am doing something meaningful I started working with kids in early 2021 In my spare time, I like to spend time with my...
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Yoleidy R.


Reading, PA

$14-15/hr3 yrs exp

I'm a childcare provider with three years of experience, and I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. I believe every child is unique and deserves a safe, nurturing environment to thrive. My creativity and patience allow me to engage children in a variety of activities that promote learning and fun. I...
Yoleidy can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Akron, PA

Lauren K.

5.0

We were thrilled to have Lauren babysit for us and can't wait to have her again! She is super responsive and very dependable. Our two boys said "She is the nicest babysitter ever!" Can't wait to have her sit for us again.

- Erin G.

Mary W.

5.0

Mary is amazing. We hired her last summer as our first ever babysitter and she instantly became like family. Our girls love her, we love her. She is reliable, sweet, smart, fun and takes such good care of our girls. We missed her all year although she visited on her breaks. We were so happy she came...

- Barbara D.

Stephanie S.

5.0

Miss Steffie is an outstanding professional nanny and caretaker! Her high-level technical knowledge and expertise on early child development makes her an incredibly engaging and gifted caretaker. Miss Steffie uses a tailored approach to each child she cares for and uses age-appropriate activities...

- Care member

Alexis U.

5.0

Alexis babysat for my toddler and infant for a couple hours while my husband and I had a date night. She was easy to communicate with and great with the kids. I felt very comfortable leaving my kids in her care, and would gladly have her back again!

- Katie P.

Lauren K.

5.0

Lauren was on time and very good with my boys! I will definitely have her babysit again!

- Whitney T.

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