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Heather V.


Cresco, PA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver For Children Of All Needs

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I have worked with children all my life from babysitting to being a TSS (Therapeutic Staff Support) worker. I am a college graduate and I have a lot of experience will all types of children. I have worked with special needs children having a wide variety of diagnoses from ADHD to Autism. I would love to find a family to help...
Heather can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Julia H.


Pocono Summit, PA

$15-36/hr10 yrs exp

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am also a special needs mother myself
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Ann Marie R.


Tobyhanna, PA

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Ann Marie. I've lived in Pennsylvania for eight years now. I grew up in New York. I earned my bachelor's degree in Elementary and Special Education from St. John's University. I taught children in special education for a couple of years and then worked with developmentally disabled adults in Staten Island in a Pre...
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Vianney A.


Henryville, PA

$16-26/hr10 yrs exp

Hello All, I've provided care for families for over 10 years and it has become my passion. I have experience with infants, toodlers, teens and adults. My responsibilities is to care for your love one just like family. I am certified in teaching, CPR and first aid trained.
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Rosa M.


Tobyhanna, PA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

I just wanted to share a little bit about my experience of watching kids. I started doing this when I was 10 years old and being part of a big family, I had lots of opportunities to babysit my family members' kids. Eventually, I started watching kids who were family friends and realized that I could expand my services to other...
Rosa can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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Tayana B.


Effort, PA

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

5.0

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Greetings, My name Tayana and I love helping kids develop into their little personalities! Though I am not your typical caretaker, I have plenty of experience with kids with special needs. I've have spent my last 8 years in working in a self contained classroom as a para, and the past few years I have moved up to a Behavior...
Tayana can also help with: Travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Tayana is a great, caring and dependable girl. She truly has the best interest of children in mind. She truly cares about the children and their well being. she likes teaching and seeing children grow. she is honest and hard working i highly recommend Tayana!"

Sherry M.

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Saskeya D.


Stroudsburg, PA

$23/hr3 yrs exp

Hello my name is Saskeya, I have 3 years experience of baby sitting. I can assist with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I'm a great cook and I'm very keen and big on safety. I have worked with many families and have also worked with special needs children. I enjoy reading, playing games, taking walks and doing art and crafts with...
Saskeya can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Saskeya was an amazing caregiver who took care of my 5 month old daughter and a 2 year old. She took care of my daughter as her own. She also did activities with my 2 year old. Saskeya is polite, well spoken and communicates very well. She also assisted me with...

Eno U.

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Michelle Joane G.


Pocono Lake, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Aide

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello. My name is Michelle. I am a very reliable, hardworking and very patient aide. I have atleast 2 years experience with autism and mental illness patients. I would like to say Thank you for taking time to read my profile. God Bless and Keep Safe.
5.0
"Michelle is a compassionate caregiver who has a smile and positive outlook every time she enters my home. She was adept at learning my routine and is thorough in her care for me. I highly recommend this lovely lady."

Cindy L.

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Connie L.


Stroudsburg, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Caring, Loving Provider

I have been a home health aid since 2000, and have a special education degree. I have taken care of the disabled ( both mental and physical challenged and sometimes both). I have experience and have very caring and kind heart. I do my best to care and be helpful for people in my care. I have experience with all ages from...
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Cammile W.


Pocono Pines, PA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

LPN

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been a nurse for 15 years worked in Nursing home and home care taking care of elderly and children, from all type of issues. Tracheotomy and ventilator, seizures, autism, spinal muscular atrophy. *Giving medication as prescribed by a physician * Taking vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, and weight * Basic...
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Tayana B.


Effort, PA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently work as a paraprofessional (personal aide) at a school for children with special needs. The child I work with, majority of the other children in my school are on the autism spectrum. It gives me great joy waking up every day knowing that I am making a huge impact on someone's life. I love my job, and I love children...
5.0
"Tayana is great! She is incredibly caring and attentive to our two toddlers. We especially appreciate the care she shows to our son, who we suspect is on the spectrum of autism. She is patient, understanding, and creative. She also learns fast and handles...

Missy W.

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Melanie W.


Moscow, PA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Part-Time/Full-Time

Hello, my name is Melanie! I am a motivated full time Mom to a special needs little girl. I am looking to work full time. I love playing with play doh, puzzles, coloring, making forts, baking, doing arts/crafts, and going for walks. I love playing with my daughter, traveling, and spending time with loved ones. I can help with...
Melanie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Melanie W. is reliable, organized and smart, and enjoys children. She has successfully worked as a child care provider in the past."

Kate H.

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Carina A.


Stroudsburg, PA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Caring Nanny Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Carina. I am 30 years old. I am the oldest of 4 children and have always aided in their care. I have babysat neighborhood children since I was 12. I have been a nanny to 2 families. I have worked in a physical therapy office as a rehab tech. I also worked as a Residential Care worker in the past and was responsible...
Carina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Carina cared for my 8 month old baby part time for almost 5 months. She was kind, caring, and loving with my baby. It's clear that she loves children, and they love her back. She has endless patience and was able to get baby to sleep when no one else could. I would...

Mary H.

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Madeleine F.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$15-30/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been babysitting since I was 13 and am certified in CPR. I also have my ECE Level 1 credential. I have taken care of children from infancy to 9 years old and have lots of energy to keep up with kids of all ages. I am capable of providing transportation, cooking, help with school work, housekeeping and crafts! I have...
Madeleine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Antonia G.


Columbia, NJ

$15-50/hr8 yrs exp

Hi my name is Antonia I am 22 years old with 9 years experience. I am CPR and first aid certified. I have an associates degree as well as a CDA. I have experience with Special education since I was a nanny for two special needs children. I also have work history within the child industry. Besides my experience I drive a reliable...
Antonia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kelly G.


Blakeslee, PA

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare

Providing care to infants through school age. Working with special needs children through young adult and elderly.
Kelly can also help with: Home modification, dementia, personal care
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Janielle G.


Mount Bethel, PA

$14/hr1 yrs exp

Hello I Love Taking Care Of Kids!

I have babysat a few times before and I love doing it. I love working with kids and I've helped kids in the past. When I was in high-school I worked with special needs kids and it was the best thing I had ever done in high school. I am currently attending Kutztown University for a Bachelor's degree in Law. I always made sure...
Janielle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Bonnie H.


Blakeslee, PA

$15-20/hr

Direct Support Professional AUSTISM/DOWN SYNDROME

I am an experienced Direct Support Professional supporting adults or children with either Autism Spectrum 1, 2, 3, or Down syndrome to encourage community participation. Assist patient with daily living skills, household tasks, and personal hygiene. Support patient with healthcare needs, including medication and visits to the...
I am very passionate about caring for children of special needs. This is because my younger sister is developmentally delayed herself. Growing up learning about her disability made me want to do my best to make her life the highest quality that it can be. I work in my church's nursery where I currently have two infants with...
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Corey F.


Blairstown, NJ

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

I am an experienced cna, chha, am CPR/bls certified. I have a BA from Rutgers University and experience in the special education setting as a long term substitute teacher and paraprofessional for students with specials needs. Feel free to ask me any questions!

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cresco, PA

Tayana B.

5.0

Tayana is a great, caring and dependable girl. She truly has the best interest of children in mind. She truly cares about the children and their well being. she likes teaching and seeing children grow. she is honest and hard working i highly recommend Tayana!

- Sherry M.

Saskeya D.

5.0

Saskeya was an amazing caregiver who took care of my 5 month old daughter and a 2 year old. She took care of my daughter as her own. She also did activities with my 2 year old. Saskeya is polite, well spoken and communicates very well. She also assisted me with some child related household items,...

- Eno U.

Michelle Joane G.

5.0

Michelle is a compassionate caregiver who has a smile and positive outlook every time she enters my home. She was adept at learning my routine and is thorough in her care for me. I highly recommend this lovely lady.

- Cindy L.

Tayana B.

5.0

Tayana is great! She is incredibly caring and attentive to our two toddlers. We especially appreciate the care she shows to our son, who we suspect is on the spectrum of autism. She is patient, understanding, and creative. She also learns fast and handles situations (tantrums, unexpected problems,...

- Missy W.

Melanie W.

5.0

Melanie W. is reliable, organized and smart, and enjoys children. She has successfully worked as a child care provider in the past.

- Kate H.

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