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Special needs caregivers in Broomall, PA

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Judith J.


Media, PA

$33/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Thank you for your time and consideration now and in the future! ! I reside in Media and I work part time for an Agency in Exton I was interested in picking up more hours Special needs care available. I work in there Wisconsin school district of kettle moraine with the special-needs boy from 2nd to 11th grade and also had...
5.0
"Judy worked for many years as a special needs assistant for my son within the public school system. During that time, the two of them had a wonderful working relationship. I always felt that I could entrust my son's care to Judy. She has a bright and warm...

Jennifer R.

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Christine W.


Drexel Hill, PA

$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving Preschool Teacher Looking For A Nanny Position

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 12 years of experience caring for young children in numerous professional settings. I am CPR and first-aid certified. I have a CDA in Early Childhood Education and I am in college to receive an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked with children with special needs and learned a variety of...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Christine is an absolutely fantastic care giver! We hired her to take care of our toddler 3 days a week and feel so lucky to have had her! She is patient, kind, creative, and just overall wonderful. Our daughter developed and grew leaps and bounds in the short time...

Samantha D.

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Rhonda H.


Marcus Hook, PA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Rhonda. I am a dedicated and very experienced caretaker. I love working with children of all ages. I am creative, energetic, assertive and playful. I consider each day a new adventure working with a growing child. In the past I have been a Pre-K teacher at a high quality Daycare Center. My background in Early...
Rhonda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Rhonda was great with our 1 year old. Our baby was still very upset to be left with anyone, but Rhonda did a great job handling her and kept her safe and entertained. Thanks Rhonda!"

Alan L.

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Kyle S.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been working with elementary aged students with behavioral problems in and out of the school setting for 6 years. I enjoy playing drums and a little guitar in my spare time and sometimes like to incorporate them into my work with kids. I have some experience working with kids on the spectrum. I work full-time in a school...
5.0
"Kyle is very professional and reliable. I have three sons, one of whom is autistic and each with some behavioral challenges at times. They really enjoy having Kyle stay with them and seem to be on their best behavior those days."

James F.

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Kimberly E.


Glen Mills, PA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Companion

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

More than 15 years senior care giving experience. Have a lot of experience with dementia, stroke patients and Parkinson's patients. I have years of experience with stroke victims, dementia, special needs adults. Was also a teachers assistant for Special Education students Kindergarten thru age 21). I have always been a...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Kim was a caregiver for mother for close to 2 years. She always exceeded expectations. As mom's condition worsened, Kim helped us all through the changes needed for her care. It was obvious to all that Kim didn't see my mom as just a patient, she loved her and...

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Grace S.


Newtown Square, PA

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Grace:) I started in childcare at church Sunday school when I was about 15. I love working with kids of all ages and have experience with kids 3 months to 8 years old. I love to talk with them, draw with them, make scavenger hunts, set up obstacle courses, build pillow forts, play board games, have picnics...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Grace was awesome! My son loves her :)"

Hannah B.

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Katherine R.


Havertown, PA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As far back as I can remember, I have had a heart for elderly and impaired people. Good thing because, I have had the privilege of being the sole parent, advocate and caregiver for my son who has Asperger's. He is now 27 years old, and he is doing well. Currently, I am working part-time as a caregiver for an adult woman who has...
5.0
"Katherine is a truly compassionate and caring person. She helps me look after my developmentally disabled sister, and has always gone above and beyond just the 'responsibilities' of the job, in order to develop and maintain a real relationship with her. She is the...

Karen R.

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Margaret R.


King of Prussia, PA

$40-58/hr • 5 yrs exp

Excellent Care For Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with special needs my entire life; my older brother has down syndrome, autism, and experienced seizures as a baby that left him nonverbal and severely mentally retarded. After helping my parents with my brother, I moved on to working with families with special needs in their homes. My experience is most extensive...
5.0
"Margo is an amazing caretaker and friend. She has been helping me out with my 20 year old daughter who has severe epilepsy and global development/ cognitive delays. My daughter loves spending time with her and I am comforted knowing that my daughter is safe under...

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Melissa H.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-50/hr • 18 yrs exp

Caregiver/MA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a mother of 4 children.. 1 has special needs. I work as a ABA in Special education full time during the school year & I work part time as a home health aide. I have my Medical assistant diploma which wound care & vitals are taught. I started as a home health aid at the age of 21 yrs old. I'd describe my personality as...
Melissa can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Melissa manages a busy schedule very well, arrives on time and ready to work, brings extensive experience to the job of senior caregiver. She is versatile and capable, and was able to manage my elderly father's challenging moods. She is also a patient and lovely...

Andrew P.

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Spense D.


Haverford, PA

$25-35/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

4.0

(1)

With a bachelors degree, I've supported young & older adults with physical, mental, & social health needs for 6+ years. From memory differences, to mobility support, and diverse care needs related to medical conditions. I have been certified in CPR, First Aid, medication management and administration, & have references...
Spense can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

4.0
"Spenser worked to support us by being with our children over a two month period. He is courteous, kind and a good listener to them. We are glad they had Spenser to be with."

Jay P.

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Katelynn G.


Springfield, PA

$58/hr • 10 yrs exp

Safety First, But Let's Definitely Have Lots Of Fun Too!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy fostering an interactive, healthy, structured (but not rigid), and safe environment while sharing my passion for curiosity! If you ask any of the kiddos I've had the pleasure of spending time with what my 'rules' are, they'll tell you: 1. safety first 2. have FUN!!!!! I've been a nanny, babysitter, pet/plant/house...
Katelynn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We love Miss Katelynn!! She was great with our 4yo for an afternoon and while we were gone for a long day trip! :) "

Stephanie H.

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Sharonda S.


Philadelphia, PA

$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Or Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am a 33-year-old female experienced caregiver seeking employment as a independent contractor or with a company. I have 10+ years experience in providing care for both Children and Older Adults in the home setting. I am a CPR Certified CNA skilled in assisting with daily activities of living including: -Bathing -Feeding (By...
Sharonda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We love Sharonda!! Amazing babysitter who made me feel comfortable leaving my special needs daughter @home. Always on time too, will continue to use!"

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Maegan S.


Villanova, PA

$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Villanova Student Looking For Part-time And/or Occasional Position

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Maegan, and I am a junior at Villanova University. I am from Long Beach, California, and I have experience working summers at the Newport Beach Tennis Club as a swim and water polo instructor. I have also been a private nanny to a family with 2 children and another family with a special needs (Autistic) teenager....
Maegan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Maegan was our nanny during the beginning of the pandemic and into the summer. She cared for my 10 & 12 year old. I knew that with Maegan that my kids were always safe and getting their school work done. After school and during the summer, she kept them very...

Cherie S.

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Ana M.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello families. Available between July 1-July 5 My name is Ana. I am a full time nanny M-F but since it's summer and I have my school break I am looking for extras on weekends. I have almost 9 years of experience with children of all ages, especially newborns and toddlers. I am very creative with sensory and educational...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"**Hire Ana ASAP before you miss out** Ana has been our nanny for over a year. We are moving away soon, and to our dismay she cannot come with. I cannot overstate just how wonderful Ana has been for our son and us. Ana is highly dependable and goes above and...

Cheryl F.

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Laura L.


Wayne, PA

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

M.A. Level Art Therapist Can Work With Special Needs Children

I like to encourage children with special needs so they don't get discouraged. I seek to treat them compassionately and without condescension. I can help them through art and other creative play.
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Katelin P.


Havertown, PA

$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

College Graduate With Teaching Degree Who Is Spontaneous And Loves Kids!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

About Myself: I'm a 25-year-old working professional who works a steady day job during the week. I've been nannying since I was about 14 and took 2 years off from Care. com while transitioning into a job relocation in PA. I've since missed the loving and lasting bonds I formed with the families on this site and what 25-year-old...
Katelin can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Katelin showed up early to babysit and did everything possible to make me feel comfortable with her watching my son. I was very nervous as she was the first real babysitter our 8 month old has ever had and he is my first born. She was wonderful! She sent us text...

Kassandra P.

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Angelica K.


Darby, PA

$33/hr • 10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant: Available Weekends Only: Every Sat & Every Other Sun

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Currently working with Autistic teenager with tuberous sclerosis have been his aide for 3 yrs and am seeking weekend work on my days off
5.0
"She is awesome and such a caring person!!! I am so grateful to have her. She is a gem"

Karen G.

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Briona C.


Upper Darby, PA

$23/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

I have worked with children for the last 5 years. I have worked for a daycare and a special needs program. I am patient, fun, have a upbeat personality, and love children.
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lucianna F.


Philadelphia, PA

$17-22/hr • 6 yrs exp

Nursing Student Looking For Part Time Opportunity

6 years of caring for ages 1-13; I have a special needs brother & love working with the population!
Lucianna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Victoria G.


Marcus Hook, PA

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Loves Children

I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Crafts. I have a lot of experience with special needs children due to my background of having a sibling with special needs. I was on the swim team for 13 years and I was also a lifeguard for 3 years. I also love animals! Any kind, size, doesn't matter. I have experience...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Broomall, PA

Judith J.

5.0

I have Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type III, so I use a wheelchair and I have brittle bones. Judy was my aid in school from 2nd grade to 11th grade. Throughout all those years she did a phenomenal job. Making sure I was safe was always her top priority. She was always there to help me with anything I...

- Christian R.

Christine W.

5.0

Christine is an absolutely fantastic care giver! We hired her to take care of our toddler 3 days a week and feel so lucky to have had her! She is patient, kind, creative, and just overall wonderful. Our daughter developed and grew leaps and bounds in the short time she worked with us. We always knew...

- Samantha D.

Rhonda H.

5.0

My guy is 13 and special. Both neurologically and emotionally. Rhonda was patient calm and understanding. When I left my and her a great time!! While I’ve only used her once, she is awesome!!

- Justin W.

Kyle S.

5.0

Kyle is very professional and reliable. I have three sons, one of whom is autistic and each with some behavioral challenges at times. They really enjoy having Kyle stay with them and seem to be on their best behavior those days.

- James F.

Kimberly E.

5.0

Kim was a true answer to our prayers. She cared for my mom, who has advanced dementia, with such love and kindness. When Kim was with my mom, I knew every detail would be well attended. Kim has my complete recommendation to any family who is looking to hire a caregiver.

- Sam D.

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