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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
5.0
(1)
Have worked with special needs individuals for the last 12 years.
Experience with hoyer lift, wheelchair, meal preparation, bathing, transportation and companionship.
Catherine can also help with: Mobility assistance, personal care, companionship, dementia
5.0
"Cathy is wonderful! She took care of our elderly mother, driving her from her assisted living facility to and from an exercise facility. She also helped our mom walk/wheelchair in the facility. She is kind, caring, extremely responsible and energetic!"
Amy L.
Ava W.
Lancaster, PA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a dedicated nanny with a passion for ensuring both the safety and happiness of children. I have experience working with newborns and special needs children and am comfortable adapting to various needs and personalities. As a responsible driver, I can handle transportation when needed, and my rates vary based on the...
Ava can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
I'm a positive, supportive, encouraging caregiver for all ages and nearly all diagnoses. I am not a nurse but have an allied health and human service background. Specialties I've worked in: communication disorders (audiology), ABA with autistic children, chronic and severe mental illness, adult/teen psychiatric treatment, and...
My name is Janele. I am a household manager and I have 20 + years of experience starting first as a Nanny in my late teens and presently as a full time homeschooling mother. I have worked for families with children with down syndrome, sensory integration disorder, and autism. In my own family I have raised boys with autism and...
Hello
My name is Valerie
I am looking for a nanny position, I guess you could say I'm a career nanny. I nannied before marriage and then raised my kids,(2girls 2boys) and I went back to it after my husband passed. It's where my
heart is. I have 4 granddaughters that are my world.
For the past 8 years I have worked with a...
Valerie can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I am currently a student at Millersville University, and have always had a passion for working with kids. I worked in a program in grade school that allowed us to spend time with younger, special-needs children, called "buddies". We read to them, provided snacks for them, and got to know them better. In addition, I babysat 2...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hi all!
My name is Jasmine, I am 21 years old and working full time during the school year as a paraprofessional at a local elementary school!
I currently am attending college online to finish up my degree in Education & have experience with special needs, and all ages!
I love being outdoors and making crafts!
I am a huge...
Jasmine can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Jill C.
East Petersburg, PA
$20-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
A little about myself:
Adult diagnosed ADD, kids (now adults) with ADD, family members with ASD including Asperger's. 30 credits in Early Childhood Special Education before moving into healthcare curriculums.
Retired young in 2016. Part-time work since. 35+ years in healthcare involving patient care to executive mgmt. I have...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm 26 years old & graduated college with a bachelors degree in Psychology. I work full time with children who have autism, as a Registered Behavior Technician. I also have experience working with children who have special needs, as well as being CPR certified. I have 10+ years of babysitting experience, along with helping...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Alexis is great with children. I have two kids - ages 7 and 4 - who can be slightly hyper at times. She is really good at getting them to calm down and listen while having fun. My girls love her! She is DEFINITELY my go to when I need some me time or a nice...
Abbie F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in a variety of roles, including one-on-one caregiver for high functional youth, group home house parent, and a season as a Juvenile Justice transportation driver. I have also worked for 4 years in Early Childhood Education, where I worked with families to help them education their young children. As a father of...
5.0
"Hired Jeff to drive me to a surgical appointment. He was on-time, professional and thoughtful.
Also jumped in where needed when the appointment ran a little longer and got more complicated
than expected."
Candace V.
Bridget S.
Hershey, PA
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I'm looking to find some families to babysit for! I graduated last Spring with a bachelors in Psychology from Saint Mary's college. Throughout college I've babysat for two different families. I also have experience working with kids with autism. In the past I've been a camp counselor at Aaron's acres and interned at...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny and tutor for various families through Care. com. I continue to care for those children on a needed basis. I enjoy every minute of it and hope to meet a new family that is in need of my help! I am a school counselor and was a childcare director for 5 years with various qualifications, such as medication...
Victoria can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm Melissa from Ephrata, in Lancaster County. I am a PA Certified Direct Support Aide. I have 4 years experience working with special needs a and over 20 years experience working as a Caregiver.
My schedule is flexible and I look forward to hearing from you to discuss your current needs. Thank you
Emily S.
York, PA
$15-18/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Emily. I was born and raised in Bel Air, Md. in a large family. When I was 7 years old my little sister was born and it spiked an interest in child care. All I wanted to do is help my mom in any way I could! When I turned 12 I began watching younger kids for an hour or so after school during the weeks and date...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We interviewed with Emily. She was punctual, professional, and mature. She has a love of children and I am confident she would be an asset to any family. "
Barbie P.
Devin S.
Red Lion, PA
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Devin. I recently graduated from Lancaster Bible College where I double majored in education (with a science and English concentration) and Biblical studies. I have babysat and tutored for over 5 years. I have experience with children of all ages and extensive experience with children with special needs. I am...
Devin can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Devin did a wonderful job! She was caring towards our kids, punctual, creative, responsible, and went above and beyond what we asked her to do. She made sure the kids' homework was finished each day so they could be successful in school. She came early without...
Casey H.
Deanna D.
Middletown, PA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with individuals with disabilities for 14+ years. I was a group home supervisor for approximately 8 of the 14 years. I have several years of home health care as well. My last 2 jobs I have found on this very site. I feel confident that My references are very good. I consider myself to be a caring person who would...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years experience working with the elderly and disabled. I performed all personal care duties, light housekeeping, errands meal prep. and companionship. I also have over 20 years experience with special needs.
Bernita can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, home modification, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Bernita is just so nice and has a warm personality. She is kind and caring to my mom and completed all the tasks my mom had for her. She did wash and also helped her with bathing. Very nice person."
Lori Y.
Lydia F.
Lititz, PA
$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an enthusiastic, committed, young woman who has experience with in home child care ages newborn to teens including special needs (Autism and Asperger's). I have a Bachelors in Psychology and am completing my Masters in Counseling. I am currently working with children as a social worker for a local foster care agency. I love...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"The second we met Lydia, we knew she was perfect! Her bubbly happy demeanor and positive presence was felt immediately, and the way our kids took to her was extremely impressive. She understands children and how to respond to their ages and where they are in...
Cheryl B.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Olivia, I'm 22, I just graduated college at Millersville University with get my Bachelors in Early Childhood Education. I've been working with kids as a babysitter/nanny for as long as I can remember and helping them succeed in life and be the best they can be is always what I strive for when working with kids, I have...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Olivia was absolutely amazing. She arrived on time & followed every direction she was given. My 4 kids absolutely loved their first experience with a sitter and can't wait to have her back. Thank you again Olivia !"
Sonia V.
Alexis E.
Mount Wolf, PA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi families! My name is Alexis & within the last two years I've had the chance to babysit for two AMAZING families. Currently I'm only looking for date night jobs because I work a full time job in law enforcement & don't want any long term commitments. When I babysit I love reading, doing any type of crafts, or even going to the...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Alexis has a great personality and is wonderful with my 2 children who are ages 3 and 6. My 3 year old has special needs and she has always been SO amazing with him. She makes sure they go outside to play, interacts wonderfully with them, and takes Great care of...
Erica L.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Columbia, PA
Catherine K.
5.0
Cathy is wonderful! She took care of our elderly mother, driving her from her assisted living facility to and from an exercise facility. She also helped our mom walk/wheelchair in the facility. She is kind, caring, extremely responsible and energetic!
- Amy L.
Alexis U.
5.0
Alexis babysat for my toddler and infant for a couple hours while my husband and I had a date night. She was easy to communicate with and great with the kids. I felt very comfortable leaving my kids in her care, and would gladly have her back again!
- Katie P.
Jeff Y.
5.0
Hired Jeff to drive me to a surgical appointment. He was on-time, professional and thoughtful.
Also jumped in where needed when the appointment ran a little longer and got more complicated
than expected.
- Candace V.
Emily S.
5.0
We interviewed with Emily. She was punctual, professional, and mature. She has a love of children and I am confident she would be an asset to any family.
- Barbie P.
Devin S.
5.0
Devin did a wonderful job! She was caring towards our kids, punctual, creative, responsible, and went above and beyond what we asked her to do. She made sure the kids' homework was finished each day so they could be successful in school. She came early without complaint when I had a surgery...
- Casey H.
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