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Hi there!
My name is Rachel and I'm an incoming senior at the University of Delaware. I have a passion for working with children and have spent the past three summers as a camp counselor, caring for kids aged 5 to 13. In addition to my camp counselor role, I have been babysitting for over four years, catering to children of...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
William A.
Wilmington, DE
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Friendly, Patient And Compassionate Person And I Enjoy Working With The Elderly.
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. I have worked with people with diverse aliment such as stroke, dementia, Almeizer's, Diabetes and people with special needs. It will be a pleasure to work with you. Kindly teach out to me. Thanks
William can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
I am a Registered Nurse with much Special Needs training and experience. I am a Mother and an Advocate of a teenager with Special Needs.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an Elementary School Teacher with degrees in Elementary Education and a minor in Special Education. I also have my masters as a Reading Specialist and Teacher of English to non speakers. I have previously spent my summers as a nanny for families as well as a camp counselor for Elementary and Middle School aged children. I...
Allison can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Courtney W.
West Grove, PA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
I began working with children with disabilities when I was 20 at a therapeutic riding facility. I originally was hired as an assistant horse trainer, but soon began taking part in the therapeutic sessions and later went on to teach a therapeutic riding class and assisted in the development of an Autism Vaulting program. I soon...
I am familiar with children that have autism. My 13-year-old grandson was diagnosed at an early age with tuberous sclerosis after experiencing seizures. My 9-year-old granddaughter also has the same diagnosis, but not as severe as my grandson. Both also meet the criteria for ASD. They both have some learning disabilities and...
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Samantha. I graduated from Shippensburg University in 2016 with my bachelors in sociology. I am currently in nursing school at Delaware County Community College and looking for child care or senior care opportunities. I have a lot of experience in homecare, nursing home, and working with children with special...
Samantha can also help with: Visiting nurse, hospice services, home modification, personal care, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Samantha is amazing! We love her. She is like part of our family now. She is very caring and is patient with my dad. Highly recommend her!"
Diane C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi Families!! I am a junior at West Chester university and am looking to help out a family! I have worked in daycare settings before and have been babysitting for many years. I have my CPR and first aid certification. I love to go outside do crafts and just have fun!! I have also worked with special needs children and children...
Rylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Our kids loved Rylee. She did great job. "
Care member
4.8
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Base upon my experience in the health care field and length service . I can bring a tremendous input to my client making sure to meet their basic daily needs these included meal preparation, assist with bathing , doctor appointment, laundry and also to assist with errands and also assisting my clients with medication since I am...
5.0
"Sabaina was fantastic in helping my husband's father. Very caring, dedicated and sweet. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Worked under the supervision of an RN providing bedside care, treatment and clinical documentation for patients on cardiac, hospice, dementia and many other ailments. I love making a personal bond with my clients and treat them with respect, dignity, and compassion. I like to help people gain independence and feel a sense of...
Darcy J.
Elkton, MD
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
I Have All Ages Experience And Experienced With Special Needs Infant .
5.0
(4)
Hi. I'm Darcy. I have four grown successful kids of my own. I have been a nanny for 9 years now. My last position will end this summer, when I find my new family. I have been nanny to a downs syndrome little boy since birth and he is now 7 years old. Along with his younger sister. I do everything how you want things done. The...
Darcy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Darcy has been our wonderful nanny for almost 4 years now. I highly recommend her. She is always punctual, reliable, caring, and a great teacher. Any family will be lucky to have her. "
Renee D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am passionate caregiver with over 5 years experience working with children between age 4-20. I helped out with activity of daily livings.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have almost 20 years of experience working with children and seniors with special needs. I am certified in CPR, first aide, and abdominal thrust. I am trust worthy, reliable, and immediately available for work.
Sheena can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I’ve admired how Sheena works selflessly to put the care and needs of her clients first. She’s caring and compassionate. You will have peace of mind knowing she is caring after your loved ones."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a special friend who is now 20 years old. I have been a part of she and her parents lives since she was 8. I am employed by Life Path out of Media PA in doing the care since she was about 14. I receive 29 hours of training each year through Life Path. I enjoy my work.
5.0
"Ms. Lil was our nanny for our two boys ages 1 and 3. One of our sons has a special medical need. Ms. Lil ensured he received his medication and was observant of any changes in his behavior. She even went the extra mile by attending a class hosted by the hospital to...
Janna G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Ayanna. I have worked as a teacher to both typical and currently special needs kids for 2 years. I am flexible, easy to work with and absolutely love children. I look forward to hearing from you!
Ayanna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ayanna was an absolute pleasure. She was on time, polite, and my son loved her! She is very respectful and willing to help. The only reason we still aren't working with her is our finances, nothing on her end. We look forward to working with her again in the...
Ariel S.
Caity M.
Downingtown, PA
$30-31/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I am a 26-year-old female who loves children and caring for them is always amazing. I have experience babysitting infants, children and preteens as well as children with special needs. I am a quick learner and can follow instruction very well. I am CPR & first aid certified for adults, children, and infants. I am responsible and...
Caity can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very friendly, great at following directions, and great with two large dogs!"
Lisa C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I started caregiving when I was 12 (currently I am 18, nearly 19), and I am very comfortable with kids, teens, infants, and pets! I am studying psychology and education at Mount Holyoke College, and I have experience working with children with special needs. I have a keen interest in assisting in neurodivergent needs and...
5.0
"Liv was great, available short notice and was easy going and focused on my daughter. "
William C.
Madisyn A.
New Castle, DE
$17-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a full time student at the University of Delaware with a range of experience with individuals with special needs. Although I am not going to school to pursue anything in this field in the future, many of my babysitting/nannying jobs in the past have been centered around kids with special needs. I have reliable...
5.0
"We hired Madisyn when we came into town for a wedding. She keep our special needs son while we went to the wedding and reception. She took him to play putt putt and took him to eat. She was very kind to J. and did great with him. I would totally recommend hiring...
Melanie W.
Judith J.
Media, PA
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Care, Help With Medicines Doctors Appointments Etc. Love Working With The Elderly ( Companion )
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Multiple years experience with the elderly , dementia, special needs children and adults. I worked in the Wisconsin school district with special-needs students for 9 yrs working with special and regular ed students along w with volunteering and working in the health room as needed providing care for sick and injured students.,...
Judith can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Not only is Judy punctual and dependable, but she is also an all-around fantastic person to know, and one of the kindest, biggest-hearted people I've ever met. Judy was my one-on-one aid from 2nd to 10th grade. We created a priceless and unforgettable friendship...
Christian R.
Ella W.
Newark, DE
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Ella and a senior at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia! I'm moving back home to Newark, Delaware in December. I have always loved caring for and playing with children. I have grown up with many younger cousins and babysit them often. For a few years, I volunteered at the Cedar Lane Early Childhood Center in...
Ella can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ella is amazing with our kids and puppy! Our kids adore her and she goes above and beyond for them. She is responsible, honest, and very dependable :)"
Kathryn C.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Avondale, PA
Samantha D.
5.0
Samantha is amazing! We love her. She is like part of our family now. She is very caring and is patient with my dad. Highly recommend her!
- Diane C.
Rylee K.
5.0
Our kids loved Rylee. She did great job.
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Sabaina M.
5.0
Sabiana worked for us for over a year helping to take care of my mother. She was warm and kind and did everything necessary and more. She was reliable and punctual. I would highly recommend her.
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Darcy J.
5.0
Darcy has been our wonderful nanny for almost 4 years now. I highly recommend her. She is always punctual, reliable, caring, and a great teacher. Any family will be lucky to have her.
- Renee D.
Sheena T.
5.0
Sheena goes above and beyond at every step. She is caring and compassionate and treats my sister like a family member. When my sister is having a particularly terrible day, Sheena calms her down and holds her until she stops crying. My family feels so grateful that she came into our lives. She is...
- Christin F.
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