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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Columbia, PA

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Columbia, PA

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Lorna Y.


Columbia, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA

5.0

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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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Samantha R.


Columbia, PA

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Future Special Needs Educator!

I am very passionate about caring for the special needs population! I have extensive experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum, including children with challenging behaviors and those who are nonverbal. Previously, I was an in-home RBT with over 40 hours of ABA training, and I now am a certified special...
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Sielomal C.


Columbia, PA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

I have 7 years of experience working with kids and adults with special needs. I was working for a company in anchorage Alaska for 6 years as a caregiver with adults. Then I moved here to PA, and I was also working for a company as a caregiver with teenagers. I am working at an elementary school with special needs kids.
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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, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Sielomal C.


Columbia, PA

$14-20/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitting

I was working with kids in 2014 for the whole summer. I just moved from anchorage Alaska to PA Columbia, I have a full-time job from Monday through Friday working at a school with special needs kids. I can cook and am very responsible. I love working with kids. I don't drink or smoke. I can either take care of them in my house...
Sielomal can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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Caroline L.


Lancaster, PA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a Registered Nurse with a BSN degree with past experience in direct patient care in skilled nursing and rehabilitation environments and Hospice care. I also have experience in patients with dementia and have worked as a RN Supervisor in long term care. Currently, I am looking to use my experience and compassion to help...
5.0
"I am a 49 year-old woman with progressive multiple sclerosis for the past 21 years. I am wheelchair-bound and need assistance with many daily activities. Carri has helped me on and off for the past 10 months or so and has been just wonderful! Her primary tasks...

Kari W.

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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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Lisa C.


Windsor, PA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I grew up in a family of eight children and also care for relatives, cousins, nieces, and nephews. I come from a large extended family that is constantly in need of child care. I also offered my services to families in my community and families that attended my elementary school. These families knew me well and understood that I...
Lisa can also help with: Carpooling, travel
5.0
"I had Lisa watch my 3 daughters (ages 6.5, 3, 6 weeks) for my husband's work event. She did fantastic. She was punctual, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. Our kids loved her! I would highly recommend her services to anyone looking for reliable and exceptional care...

Katie D.

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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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Charity B.


York, PA

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started caring for children for the people around my neighborhood at a young age. I quickly learned I have a huge heart for children and caring for their needs and wants. Seeing your child smile, makes my heart smile. I've cared for others newborns (6 weeks) -pre teen age. I have also worked at a daycare for about 10...
Charity can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Charity has been watching my girls (ages 1 & 3) part-time for a little over a month now. She is very kind, loving, and patient with my girls. My girls absolutely adore her and my husband and I are very happy with the job that she is doing. We are so glad to have a...

Nicole M.

I have worked with children for a little over 10 Years. I have had experience with newborns to 13-year-olds, and some older. I also have experience with special needs children. I have done some overnight care with newborns to help parents out. I am willing to drive children to where they need to go as well.
Mya can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Lillian K.


Lancaster, PA

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

My name is Lillian I am currently a college student. I have a little brother with special needs. I have also volunteered which is a summer camp for kids with special needs. And I have also volunteered which is a soccer team for kids with special needs.
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Sarah G.


Lancaster, PA

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/nanny/special Needs Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sarah and I am 32 years old! My current family is moving to Philadelphia this summer so I am looking for a new wonderful family to work with/for! I am looking for a full time or part time nanny position! I will give you some background information to see if I would be a good fit for you and your child! I...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hi there! My name is kaleigh, and I am an energetic, creative 24-year-old! I currently work full time at a local vet, and am looking for extra part time work. I became an aunt at 10 years old, and have been helping raise all of my nieces and nephews since! I babysit often for them, as well as kids of friends. I have experience...
Kaleigh can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

For several years, I worked in and out of schools, home, camps and clinics from infants to teenagers. Kids are my passion but my specialty , and where I specialize most is in the autistic / special needs world.. I'm looking for a way to earn a little extra money while doing the thing I love and make a difference on some more...
Nathalie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Nyssa J.


Washington Boro, PA

$15-18/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter!

Hi all!!! I am a senior through Liberty Online with a Next Generational Ministry Degree, so learning how to care and walk alongside families with newborns to graduating seniors! I am involved in my church community and love impacting the lives of children. I am located in the Lancaster area and would be willing to travel to you....
Nyssa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Zoe H.


Landisville, PA

$16-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Zoë!

Hey there! I've grown up babysitting since I was 12 years old, but I have six siblings so I've taken care of kids literally my entire life! I have two siblings with special needs, so I am more than happy looking after kids who need some care that is "outside the box." Every child is different and I understand and respect that! I...
Zoe can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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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Kassandra W.


Lancaster, PA

$14-23/hr8 yrs exp

Bachelors In Applied Disability Studies

Hi, I have my bachelors in applied disability studies. I am proficient in feedings (my child has one). I have worked with everything from cerebral palsy, .

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Columbia, PA

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.

Caroline L.

5.0

I am a 49 year-old woman with progressive multiple sclerosis for the past 21 years. I am wheelchair-bound and need assistance with many daily activities. Carri has helped me on and off for the past 10 months or so and has been just wonderful! Her primary tasks include assistance with transfers using...

- Kari W.

Lisa C.

5.0

I had Lisa watch my 3 daughters (ages 6.5, 3, 6 weeks) for my husband's work event. She did fantastic. She was punctual, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. Our kids loved her! I would highly recommend her services to anyone looking for reliable and exceptional care for their children!

- Katie D.

Charity B.

5.0

Charity has been watching my girls (ages 1 & 3) part-time for a little over a month now. She is very kind, loving, and patient with my girls. My girls absolutely adore her and my husband and I are very happy with the job that she is doing. We are so glad to have a found a babysitter we know we can...

- Nicole M.

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