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Special needs caregivers in Croydon, PA

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Jacob D.


Levittown, PA

$43/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi! My name is Jacob D. I've been an ABA therapist since September 2017 and have a passion for working one on one with individuals who have ASD. I have worked with individuals from many different levels of functionality and age ranges. I currently work one on with an adult for about 30 hours a week and am looking (ideally) to...
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Delaney G.


Levittown, PA

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

With over 10 years of experience watching children ranging from age 2 years to special needs adults, I am confident in my ability to take great care of your family. I began working with kids at 12 years old, babysitting children of relatives and neighbors. I moved forward professionally, working in music and academic educational...
5.0
"Delaney is very personable with individuals with special needs. She notices characteristics that others may over look which is what makes her care so impactful."

Samantha U.

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Renee W.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nanny

I was a school teacher for Philadelphia and most classes I taught were fully integrated. I have worked with special Olympics and with special people in the north east . My masters background is special education and my cousin has Down syndrome and is a 25-year-old grown man. I have worked with him very closely through the years....
5.0
"was always on time and could count on"

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Tatianna R.


Palmyra, NJ

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Fun, Experienced Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Tatianna. I am a social worker working with children, teens, and their families. I was a nanny full time for six years and I'm available for part time work. I love children and use a child based approach that involves fun and silly activities. I am super sweet but firm with kiddos! I love traveling and helping...
Tatianna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Tatiana is a great nanny! Always on time and stays late if you need her to. Does crafts and activity's with the kids and we love that,Limited screen time She also is good with the fur baby's as well."

Robin M.

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Brandi R.


Huntingdon Valley, PA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Education Major Full Of Love

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a 31-year-old wife and mom. Not only do I have experience with special needs children and IEP's as a professional, but as a mom as well. My daughter was diagnosed autistic at a year and a half. My husband and I have used some sign language. I am always learning new things in the field of education and child...
Brandi can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Brandi was a full time nanny for our infant daughter from about 13 weeks to almost 5 months old. She was wonderful! She was joyful, with lots of songs and funny sounds and creative play. She worked with my daughter on physical milestones like tummy time and...

Mckenzie C.

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Irene H.


Philadelphia, PA

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Experience, With Mental Illness, Dementia, Diabetes

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Patience is my Virtue... I am highly adaptable, love caring for those with special needs, and ready to begin helping a new family...
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Yuan T.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Available To Provide Care

I am an energetic, patient, reliable, and fun certified Special Education teacher with over 16 years of experience of working with students with a wide range of disabilities. In my teaching career I have worked with elementary, middle, and high school students. My students have various needs ranging from Autism, learning...
5.0
"I have had the pleasure of working with Yuan for the last four years. I've seen first hand how much she loves working with children of all abilities. She works hard to get to know each and every student personally and create lessons that are not only tailored to...

Michelle R.

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Ashlyn K.


Philadelphia, PA

$22-25/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny McPhee

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Ashlyn, and I am an experienced and compassionate caregiver with a passion for working with children of all abilities. I have several years of experience providing care for children with special needs, including those with autism, ADHD, and other developmental disorders. I am dedicated to creating a safe,...
Ashlyn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ashlyn was punctual, knowledgeable, and took the time to learn our family; which enabled her to provide superb care! We hope to continue to work with Ashlyn in the future!"

Jennifer S.

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Romena F.


Burlington, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I am a Career Nanny!

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Feb 13th available, It's possible I may have openings for date nights.. I am a Career Nanny! Therefore Expect the Best! Thank you for considering me as a candidate to love on your babies, because it's the best job in the world. This should be a stress free process for you. A little about me. I am a mom of two boys, 18 and 20....
Romena can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Romena is incredible! We had her stay with our girls (and nieces) while we were vacationing in Cape May and we felt completely comfortable and confident in her. One of our nieces is special needs and Romena was wonderful with her and it was very help she had...

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Tatianna R.


Palmyra, NJ

$15-19/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

Hi, my name is Tatianna. I just got married; I've been working with special needs children since I was 14 at special needs daycares, as a babysitter and a nanny. I have a lot of skills specifically with autistic children as a result of my brothers diagnosis. I am in school currently, online, to be a special needs pediatric...
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Donna G.


Bristol, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have many years experience as a care giver. Sadly my last patient passed away. I am seeking full time but would be open to part time in the interim. I love helping seniors and other clients meet their daily goals. It warms my heart to see my clients achieve their daily goals , through out the day. Thank you.
5.0
"I needed a caregiver for a week's post-surgery recovery and after my first interview with her, I knew she would be a great match! Wonderful personality, caring nature, combined with punctuality, compassion and understanding made being under her care a wonderful...

Samantha T.

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Ashley D.


Fairless Hills, PA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Hello, I'm a Certified Medical Assistant who plans on going back to school to become a Nurse. I'm certified in Basic Life Support, First Aid, CPR and AED. I have experience working in various specialty medical offices including Pediatrics, OBGYN, Cardiology and Chiropractic care. I'm currently pregnant and find this work to be...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ashley is a very mature young lady. She is CPR certified and is a certified medical assistant. She has a very caring nature and loves children. Her passion for helping others is one of the main reasons she plans to get her degree as a Nurse in college. Ashley has...

Laura D.

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Sharon B.


Southampton, PA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi. I have been lucky enough to be a mom of two young men for the past 24 plus years. With over 10 years in child care / household management, I am that person who can make a " mothers" life easy. Let me help to not only take care of your children but organize your life. From party planning for your kids to holiday shopping and...
Sharon can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Wonderful person . Truly an assist to have. Acted as my double when I was not around. Didn't have to ask for things to be done. Self starter, and was great at planning any party's or special events I needed. Great cook also and the kids love her."

Marcie B.

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Ashley D.


Mount Laurel, NJ

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked with many different cases on off which had three children all with different diagnoses the hardest being palsy, and the other two were high and low functioning. I also was engaged and my other half has a brother whom needed guidance no physical help just say to say guidance he was High functioning.
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Kayla C.


Bensalem, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny With Lots Of Experience! Part Time/Date Nights/

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kayla. I am 31 years old with extensive nanny & special needs experience with excellent references. I have also been a parents assistant/mothers helper, which primarily included grocery pick up, light cleaning, meal prepping, with little child care involved. I have a 3. 5 y/o son who attends an academy MWF 9-330....
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My two daughters & I met Kayla to hire her as a future babysitter in our home. She was on time and immediately interacted with the girls. She was very kind and answered any questions that I had. My 3 year old immediately took a liking to her and has asked...

Jessica Y.

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Serenity L.


Levittown, PA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Serenity, and I'm 23 years old. I have been babysitting neighbors and family friends since I was 12, and my mom has also babysat at home most of my childhood, so I have a lot of experience. In addition to my almost 12 years of experience, I have completed early childhood development course work in high...
Serenity can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Serenity is very sweet with my four children. She is kind, compassionate, very dependable. She has no problem with entertaining the kids, but also not afraid to set boundaries. I find that helpful, because I don't like to come home from a night out and find that my...

Kaitlyn T.

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Dana M.


Morrisville, PA

$22-23/hr10 yrs exp

Certified And Cheap

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Dana! I am 26 years old with 10+ years of experience in childcare. I have lived in lower bucks and worked in childcare my entire career and absolutely love it! I enjoy going to the park, reading, taking walks and helping children learn and grow. I'm a lover of animals, the outdoors, and family. I have experience as a...
Dana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Dana cared for our family regularly for 18 months. Our then 7, 5 and 2 year olds loved spending time with her. Dana reliably got the kids to school on time and filled the hours in between with activities and joy. She especially impacted our youngest, augmenting...

Kate N.

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Ebony W.


Mount Holly, NJ

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Work For The State Of New Jersey Working With The Mentally Disabled Since 2005

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am CPR certified and first aid certified I work with all types of disabilities and love what I'm doing I work for the state of NJ with the developmental individuals I been working full time there for 13 years I'm hoping to seek A part time job working with individuals with special needs I have my own vehicle I'm 35 I work...
5.0
"She is a very good worker and professional. Skilled in her line of work and I have already recommended her services to many other families."

Charisse J.

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Hattie M S.


Mount Holly, NJ

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Kindness Is My Love Language

I have been a full-time caregiver of my 21-year-old adult niece with special needs since she was two. I currently have experience with my mom who is a recent stroke patient. I can help with Home Care such as light housekeeping and meal preparation, medication reminders, companionship, and Errands/Shopping.
Hattie M can also help with: Meal prep, errands, respite care, light cleaning, companionship
Skills:

CPR

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Nicole W.


Palmyra, NJ

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Nik Nak For Nannying

Current Preschool Teacher of Inclusion classroom Worked with children with special needs Have kids of my own Extremely patient, outgoing, and nurturing
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Croydon, PA

Delaney G.

5.0

Delaney is very personable with individuals with special needs. She notices characteristics that others may over look which is what makes her care so impactful.

- Samantha U.

Renee W.

5.0

was always on time and could count on

- Care member

Tatianna R.

5.0

My son loved her! She helped with school work, played laser tag, played board games and kept my very, very busy boy occupied! She was kind, sent me updates and was on time. I strongly recommend her!

- Jennifer S.

Brandi R.

5.0

Brandi arrived early, connected very quickly with our 1.5 year old daughter, provided great care and kept her thoroughly engaged. Our daughter enjoyed it so much she didn't want Brandi to leave. Highly recommend!

- Melanie D.

Yuan T.

5.0

Yuan is a kind, friendly, experienced educator. She excels at catering her teaching to the individual needs of the student. Yuan taught my son for 2 years in a home school setting. She is amazing! She is very knowledgeable about different teaching methods and can adjust her style to find the...

- Cathy H.

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