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Emily S.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter

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Over the last five years, I have worked with children from ages 6 months to 13 years old. I have worked at the Kinney Center for Autism Education and Support all 4 years of my undergraduate degree. I have experience with neurotypical and special needs children. Caring for others, especially those with special needs, is a passion...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I have a bachelors degree in Early Childhood/Elementary Education and a masters in special education. I have been working in the daycare business since 2012. I have experience with infants, toddlers, preschoolers and pre-kindergartners. I have experience with children who have special needs (Autism, Down Syndrome, developmental...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi everyone! My name is Skyler and I am currently going into my senior year of college majoring in early childhood education and special education. I have 10 years of childcare experience, as well as experience from infants to teens. I have experience with special needs as well. I am an outdoor person and love to do creative...
Skyler can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
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Kyra B.


Mount Laurel, NJ

$13-20/hr3 yrs exp

Baby & Pet Sitter

Looking for a part-time position for the summer with kids and/or pets! I have experience working with kids with special needs and have flexible hours.
Kyra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
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Morgan R.


Riverton, NJ

$20-50/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Educated And Experienced

I like working with kids because I feel like I can learn a lot from them, they teach patience and natural kindness. I enjoy participating in imaginative play with them and I enjoy letting my inner child come out when spending time with kiddos. I love being around children and would not work in any other field. As an education...
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Margaret S.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Kids Are Awesome

I have 10+ years of serious childcare experience including live-in nanny positions, special needs care provider positions and a residential camp environment. I have experience with boys and girls whose ages range from 0 to 16. I have worked with children on the autism spectrum as well as children with behavioral and...
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Rudina K.


Philadelphia, PA

$16-31/hr2 yrs exp

About Me

I'd describe my personality as very patient, optimistic, and compassionate. I am a mother of a son with special needs and have experience caring for him at home. I like caring for seniors because I like caring for other people, and genuinely enjoy the company of seniors. I'm looking for a job that offers evenings as I also...
Rudina can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Nicole R.


Mount Holly, NJ

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Here To Help!

I have worked with special needs elementary students for the last 7 years and I love my job! I love being silly during play time and also helping children show their potential.
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Margaret S.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available - Loves People

Most of my experience has been taking care of young people, including children with special needs. I was a care provider for a 13-year-old who has severe cerebral palsy and therefore I bathed, dressed, and fed him along with taking him on walks, giving him medication, and other services he required. I love people of all ages and...
Margaret can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, meal prep
I have been working with with elder people with special needs for 8 years now where I help them with daily needs such as cooking, cleaning, showering, dressing and companionship.
Peter can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care
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Lori A.


Bensalem, PA

$17-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 4 in a half years experience doing special needs I love giving the recognition that they do have someone and engage them with there everyday needs. Love to hear from you soon Lori!
I'm looking for a job that feels welcoming and filled with opportunities to grow. Although I have a decade of experience babysitting, I started working with kids officially a year ago. I'm a certified BHT and I currently work with autistic special needs kids. In my spare time, I like to read, watch movies, and cook for my...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ackielia H.


Feasterville Trevose, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Care Provider

Hello, My name is Ackielia and I've been a caregiver for 11 yrs. My career began with assisting and advocating for special needs individuals. This required a ton of patience, consistency, reliability and mindfulness that I have proudly acquired. My experience also extend to seniors who require assistance with daily activities,...
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Lauren M.


Philadelphia, PA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist Looking For Short-Term Caregiving Position

I currently have four years of experience within my current field as a pediatric Occupational Therapist, but I am currently looking to work short-term in a different capacity as a caregiver or support person for children or teenagers with disabilities. Prior to working as an Occupational Therapist, I had been working as both a...
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Melody C.


Bristol, PA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

I use to do in home day care for 3 yrs then worked for Bristol township school district the past 7 years working one on one with children with special needs. Email me if interested, references and clearances. I have been nannying for the past 5 years. I started off with working with 3-week-old twins for 3 years.
Melody can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Macenzie H.


Roebling, NJ

$20/hr2 yrs exp

A Friendly And Fun Sitter

I have two younger siblings, and I am the oldest (22 years old) out of all of my cousins. I have volunteered with REC sports, and I have previously helped a family friend with her babysitting service, giving me plenty of experience with children and teens. I am slightly experienced in dealing with special needs children. I love...
Macenzie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Shannon W.


Philadelphia, PA

$12-17/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter/nanny Available

hi! my name is shannon, i'm 19 and live in center city! I have previously worked at an after school program with elementary school kids all 4 years of high school and the last two summers I was a camp counselor at a camp working specifically with children with special needs (Autism, Downs Syndrome, non-verbal disabilities to...
Shannon can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Pamela S.


Bensalem, PA

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

My background was in telecommunications for 20 plus years. I am a mother of two adult children and grandmother to 2 grandsons. My journey as a caregiver started when I got laid off earlier this year. I decided that I wanted to seek a more meaningful way to make a living. The idea of caring for those in need resonated deeply with...
Pamela can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Meryl G.


Huntingdon Valley, PA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I'm a 64-year-old woman and live in Huntingdon Valley. I'm looking for part-time work in the afternoon and the occasional evening. I completed a background check, child abuse clearance and fingerprinting in 2016 and worked for a year as a van driver for the Upper Moreland School District, mostly driving children with special...
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Grace V.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-40/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic Nanny With A Wide Range Of Teaching Skills! (swimming, Music, Writing)

I have been working in childcare since I was barely a teenager myself! I started out volunteering at after school programs or day camps, and my first "real" job was at an indoor amusement center. I spent 5 summers life guarding and teaching swim lessons to all skill levels at Red Cross standards. I am also a passionate...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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