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Heather V.


Cresco, PA

$10-20/hr • 10 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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Julia H.


Pocono Summit, PA

$15-36/hr • 10 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Ann Marie R.


Tobyhanna, PA

$18-22/hr • 10 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/hr • 10 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/hr • 3 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, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Tayana B.


Effort, PA

$30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

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/hr • 3 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, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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/hr • 10 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
"There are not enough words to express how wonderful Michelle has been for the care she provided for my wife who was recovering from surgery. Excellent communicator! - Quick to respond to messages, intuitive, punctual, thorough, creative, hard working, committed and...

Jeffrey B.

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Connie L.


Stroudsburg, PA

$10-15/hr • 10 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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Joan B.


Blairstown, NJ

$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Older Fun Mom With A Ton Of Experience

4.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there! About me: I have a BA in psychology with an emphasis in child development. I did my internship at a daycare center, have worked in several different day care centers in the past and volunteered at a school/hospital for special needs kids. I am a CASA volunteer (advocate for foster kids), raised four kids ages 19-29...
Joan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
4.0
"I have known Joan for the about a decade and have been her employer in several capacities. At this point I do consider her a friend and trust her completely. Over the years she has taken care of our now adult daughter with Autism, our dogs and home, and...

Christa J.

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Tayana B.


Effort, PA

$10-15/hr • 1 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/hr • 10 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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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Payton B.


Stroudsburg, PA

$22-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am an extremely optimistic, energetic, positive, and nurturing person!! Currently, I am a college student studying Music Therapy to work with special needs children in the future. I attend school online, so I have complete open and flexible availability to accommodate your needs!! I have such a passion for working with...
Payton can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Payton was a wonderful sitter and a joy to have in our home. She helped watch my two girls for 9 months. I needed help with entertaining them while I WFH and ran errands. Payton always played fun games with my girls and even sang to them. She was very patient and...

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Carina A.


Stroudsburg, PA

$20/hr • 5 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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
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/hr • 9 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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Antonia G.


Columbia, NJ

$15-50/hr • 8 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: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kelly G.


Blakeslee, PA

$20-26/hr • 10 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: Personal care, home modification, dementia
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Janielle G.


Mount Bethel, PA

$14/hr • 1 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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
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...
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Corey F.


Blairstown, NJ

$20-35/hr • 5 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.

Joan B.

4.0

I have known Joan for the about a decade and have been her employer in several capacities. At this point I do consider her a friend and trust her completely. Over the years she has taken care of our now adult daughter with Autism, our dogs and home, and additionally a senior family member. Joan...

- Christa J.

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.

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