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Jamie W.


Emmaus, PA

$22-35/hr5 yrs exp

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I have been working with special needs children most of my life. My family has Autism and I have children that have overcome many obstacles due to learning disabilities. My nephew struggles with borderline MR and Autism and I have helped in his life significantly.
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Lauren O.


Boyertown, PA

$17-27/hr10 yrs exp

Personal And Professional Experience

Hello! My whole life I have been around someone with special needs, whether it be my uncle or my sister who was born when I was 2 years old. My childhood was spent around feeding tubes, g tubes, speech therapy, food therapy, plenty of doctors appointments and hospital visits. I grew up being a proud sister and niece! My sister...
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Holly G.


Gilbertsville, PA

$10-25/hr7 yrs exp

Interested In Your Job Posting.please Contact Me If You Have Any Questions

My name is Holly, I have experience with children who have special needs or extended needs. I would love to chat more in regards to the position you have posted. I am located in the Gilbertsville area. Non smoker Reliable transportation
Special needs available. please check my senior care file for my profile, it has the different physical needs I have helped with hands on.
I've always felt a deep personal passion for nurturing children's growth and development, which led me to become a caregiver. As a patient and calm individual, I find creative and imaginative ways to engage children. I believe in clear and open communication with parents, whether it's through verbal updates at pickup or regular...
Marcus can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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Melissa F.


Pottstown, PA

$14-19/hr7 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

Hi! Currently, I am a Special Education teacher at Twin Valley High School. I studied Elementary and Special Education at Bloomsburg University. I graduated with my Bachelors in 2012. I am certified to teach Elementary (K-6) and Special Education (N-12). I have worked as a High School Special Education Teacher for the past 7...
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Hakhakhi M.


Mertztown, PA

$14-25/hr1 yrs exp

Compassionate And Patient Special Needs Caregiver

Hi, my name is Hakhakhi, and I have a passion for caring for individuals with special needs. While I don't have formal qualifications, I have hands-on experience providing support, patience, and companionship. I was raised by a deaf father and cared for my brother's child, who is both autistic and deaf. This experience deepened...
I work for Spring-Ford school district during school the year.. I love to read to children, do crafts, play games and go for walks. I stayed at home with my daughter until she was in first grade. I was also a nanny for 3 years. I taught preschool for 3 years two mornings per week. I have worked for Spring-Ford school district...
I've worked as a childcare provider for the past two decades raising my own family as well working with special needs students for 8 years. I am First Aid and CPR certified and I'm well-equipped to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your little ones. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, and I believe in open communication...
Heidi can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Janet C.


Pottstown, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, Crafting, Care Giver That Loves To Read To Children.

I am looking for a babysitting/nanny position for this summer. I work for School District but have summers off. I am an instructional assistant in a full-time learning support class. I have worked for the district for 16 years. Prior to that I taught preschool. I have one grown daughter. I stayed home with her until she went to...
Janet can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Destiny B.


East Greenville, PA

$15-30/hr1 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver Available

Experienced childcare provider seeking part or full time nanny position. I have been babysitting children of family and friends since a young age ranging in ages 6 weeks old to 10 years old and have experience working with children with special needs. I am currently a teacher in an infant classroom at a early learning center and...
Destiny can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

Hi all! I am a 20-year-old college student looking forward to nannying or babysitting over the summer! I have babysat now for about 6 years. I love doing crafts, spending time outdoors and am willing to help with any school work. My previous experience includes taking care of and hanging out with my sibling who has special...
Madeline can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision
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Januarie F.


Bethlehem, PA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been educating, and caring for children for the last 13 years. Ive worked in school settings as well as privately in the home. I've worked with children from Ages 0-18 and I specialize with caring for special education/special needs children from k-12 grades. I'm very professional, efficient and effective. Some skills...
5.0
"Miss J was our nanny for a few weeks before a change in our family situation. She was dependable and kept my daughter busy and entertained. My daughter enjoyed singing songs, reading books, and playing outside with Miss J. She is easy to work with and followed our...

Nicole O.

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Kirsten K.


Kutztown, PA

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Speech Therapist Mommy Looking To Care For Other Children

4.3

(7)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Kirsten. I am a licensed speech therapist with a focus in working with special needs children. I enjoy crafts, books, the outdoors, and any fun engaging activities that children can experience to learn new skills. I have 12+ years experience with care/ babysitting. I have been hired on care. com in the...
Kirsten can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Wonderful caregiver! Kirsten cared for my little girl from 3 months of age to 16 months and was the absolute best! Our daughter is blind and from day one she made us feel comfortable and confident while watching our daughter. She kept our house tidy, took after our...

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Morgan D.


Quakertown, PA

$27/hr7 yrs exp

Fun, Loving Nanny!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey, I'm Morgan! I absolutely LOVE working with children! I have experience with infants, toddlers, multiples, and special needs. I am CPR and first aid certified! I am Covid Conscious, Vaccinated and Boostered I love being artistic, I am extremely patient with children as they are learning and growing and I love to watch them...
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Morgan was great on short notice and the kids were very happy!"

Brian H.

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Holly K.


Douglassville, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My childcare experience began when working for Bayada nurses with special needs children. From there I worked with one family for 8 years caring for 4 children. After that, I worked for 1. 5 years as a paraeducator for BCIU. I took a few years off to raise my girls, ages 5 and 7, and now am. working part time as a preschool...
Holly can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Holly was great and my kids really enjoyed her! She has a great attention to details approach and was very engaged with the kids. Highly recommended!"

Jenn S.

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Alice R.


Hatfield, PA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love music and making it. I've been a singer/songwriter for the past 7 years and hope to be selling my music one day. I love kids and playing with them and I have been babysitting for about 12 years now. I have a real connection with them which I guess is because I'm a kid at heart. I'm very loyal, sweet, caring and smart. I...
5.0
"Alice has been amazing. She hit the ground running with my weird schedule and wacky family. She's very flexible and incredibly caring with my special needs daughter."

Rita R.

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Misha R.


Kulpsville, PA

$22-26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Senior Care Provider

Currently, 40+years experience. Christian woman working as a Personal Support Person for the past 13 years I work with Special Needs and support them by taking them out in the community to work on skills that they may want to learn. I also take care of seniors on and off. Looking for part time work. I have also In the past,...
Misha can also help with: Respite care, companionship, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Misha provided primary home care for my mother during her final years as she dealt with Parkinson's. My father was home with her, however, he could not fully take care of her needs. Misha made sure my mother took her medicine, had meals, assisted with personal...

Gayle H.

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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: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
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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Tracy P.


Royersford, PA

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Loving & Nurturing Nanny Looking For Part-Time Position

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years experience working with young children. I have babysat in homes, worked as a teacher and assistant teacher in childcare centers, and worked as a full-time nanny. I currently volunteer once a month in the nursery at my church. I have also worked for 8 years with preschoolers with special needs.
Tracy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

4.0
"Tracy watched our twin girls on a part-time basis from when they were one year old until they were about two and a half. She also helped care for my third daughter who was born when my twins were 18 months old. Tracy is considerate and took time to play with and...

Karen C.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Barto, PA

Januarie F.

5.0

Miss J was our nanny for a few weeks before a change in our family situation. She was dependable and kept my daughter busy and entertained. My daughter enjoyed singing songs, reading books, and playing outside with Miss J. She is easy to work with and followed our established routine.

- Nicole O.

Kirsten K.

5.0

Kirsten was a great caregiver for our daughter with autism and deafness. They went for walks, played games together, and cooked food. Kirsten really helped my daughter to start using more sign language at home. Wish she still lived in the area but grateful to still be in contact with her on social...

- Care member

Morgan D.

5.0

Morgan was great on short notice and the kids were very happy!

- Brian H.

Holly K.

5.0

Holly was great and my kids really enjoyed her! She has a great attention to details approach and was very engaged with the kids. Highly recommended!

- Jenn S.

Alice R.

5.0

Alice has been amazing. She hit the ground running with my weird schedule and wacky family. She's very flexible and incredibly caring with my special needs daughter.

- Rita R.

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