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15 special needs caregivers are listed in Altoona, PA

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Altoona, PA

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Donna L.


Altoona, PA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

SPECIAL NEEDS YOUTH ,TEENS AND ADULTS

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had many clients with special needs I'm warm compassionate and patient I would treat your loved one as if was my own family member I have autism in my family, and also down syndrome, ADHD my great nephew has that as well I have done many young adults with special need and have dealt with many different conditions message...
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Emilee R.


Altoona, PA

$16-21/hr4 yrs exp

Autistic Support Teacher

I currently teach kindergarten and first grade autistic support. This is my 3 year teaching Autistic support. I have a bachelors degree in early childhood and special education. I am currently enrolled in graduate school at Slippery Rock University. I am pursuing a masters of special education with a concentration in Autism.
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Rylee B.


Altoona, PA

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, I M A Professional Nanny Available Full-time & Willing To Provide You Extra Assistance.

Hello! I love kids and I'm also an animal lover! I'm a bubbly, fun person. I love to cook and being outdoors is a plus for me so trips to the park will be no problem!
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Emilee R.


Altoona, PA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

I like working with kids because I love being able to see them grow and obtain skill through various forms of play and interactions. I'm looking for a job that takes place after school hours and weekends because I am a kindergarten special education teacher during school hours. I started working with kids when I was old...
Emilee can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Holly S.


Altoona, PA

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Available For After-School Care - Patient, Fun & Nurturing Nanny With Montessori Credential.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Holly Tracey, a certified early childhood Montessori teacher, and newly-trained Newborn Care Specialist. I have 17 years of experience as a teacher and childcare provider, the past 3 as a professional nanny. I have worked with ages ranging from newborn to preteen. I have experience with allergies and special needs....
Holly can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Abby S.


Altoona, PA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

I have been caring for children throughout the past four years. Also I have been babysitting two special needs boys for the past three years.
Abby can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Janeen N.


Altoona, PA

$8-10/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

I am a mother of a 25-year-old. I am a LPN that has years of experience. I have taken care of individuals with special needs. I am caring, reliable and professional. I do not mind pets. I absolutely adore children. I help foster self-esteem and know the importance of trust with infants. My CPR Certification expired this year and...
Janeen can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I'm a child-caregiver with five years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and I believe that play is essential for learning. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love finding new and exciting ways to engage children. I'm also experienced in working...
Miriam can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kimberly K.


Bellwood, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I've worked In Home care, as well as group homes and nursing home. I have experience with all age groups.
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Mary N.


Fallentimber, PA

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, over the years I have given care to many people in different stages of life. I have cared for children in the past with cerebral palsy, I have cared for seniors with different care needs. I do medication prompting, exercise when requested, mobility, food prep and clean up, helped with feeding, I do day to day routines for a...
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Julie C.


Saint Benedict, PA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Julie C

I have worked with seniors, cancer patients, brain injury patients and special needs individuals and I love helping others. I feel very fortunate in my life and just want to help others as much as I can to make their lives better, as well.
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, transportation
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Robin K.


Hastings, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Robin's Nest Special Needs Care

Worked with in home foster child in Pa. and Chicago. ADL"S and feedings, playing, reading, homework, school activities. Also experience with quads and para.
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April H.


Ebensburg, PA

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

I'm a mother of a 10-year-old daughter who has level 2-3 Autism Spectrum Disorder. My daily life involves communication devices, stimming and helping her with her everyday needs. I also work as a Team Leader in a home of an Intellectual Delayed-Disabled adult with multiple psychiatric diagnosises. Prior to that I was a DSP in a...
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Julie C.


Saint Benedict, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Julie M. C.

I have worked with elderly people, cancer patients and brain injury patients as an aide. I love helping people as much as I can. I feel very blessed in my life and just want to help make life better and easier for anyone that I possibly can.

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