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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Darby, PA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Darby, PA
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Available:
1 week, Aug 26-30
1 Week, Sept 30-Oct 4
Hi! My name is Tara! I'm a 4th year medical student at Rowan School of Osteopathic Medicine looking to babysit when I'm not working in the hospital.
I have 10+ years of nannying/in home caregiving experience. I have a reliable car for transportation and a clean driving...
Tara can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Tara helped us this summer with our 2 girls and she was a delight. Always punctual, responsible and super attentive to our children. We knew when we left the house the kids were in good hands.
We will definitely using her again.
"
Meredith G.
4.6
(10)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I believe my qualifications and experience make me the ideal candidate for this job. I have over 20 years of nursing experience in personal care and rehabilitation for hundreds of patients. I am very reliable, responsible, and compassionate, and I specialize in providing comfort care and emotional support for my patients and...
Towana can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Tawana has been working for me for a couple of months. She always pleasant and a hard worker, willing to do whatever is needed."
Marie P.
Katelin P.
Havertown, PA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
College Graduate With Teaching Degree Who Is Spontaneous And Loves Kids!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
About Myself: I'm a 25-year-old working professional who works a steady day job during the week. I've been nannying since I was about 14 and took 2 years off from Care. com while transitioning into a job relocation in PA. I've since missed the loving and lasting bonds I formed with the families on this site and what 25-year-old...
Katelin can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"Katelin was able to watch my 2 year old son on very short notice and couldn't have been more upbeat about it. Not only was she willing to start babysitting at 4:15 a.m. she was 15 minutes early! She kept me updated on how my son was doing through out the day and...
Jason O.
Andrea L.
Philadelphia, PA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fully Trained And Experienced End Of Life Death Doula.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Andrea. I was born to be a caretaker. A caretaker who is kind, caring, respectful and loves listening to stories. I care for children and adults. I have way more experience than most with a very warm bedside manner.
Take a look at all reviews from childcare, special needs and senior care to see the care I...
Andrea can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Andrea is exceptionally caring, patient and most understanding of the needs of the elderly. She cared for our 92 year old mother who is dealing with advanced dementia in a joyful manner that respected and preserved our mom's dignity and sense of safety. Andrea is a...
John B.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
NOTE: I currently have a full-time nanny position, so I am only accepting one-time evening or weekend jobs.
I have two years teaching and tutoring experience. I worked at an after-school program for two years. I have been a nanny since 2021, and have worked with several families. I have experience with kids with behavioral...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My son loved her at first glance!!!! She is amazing. I will definitely hire her again.
We had a no show and she showed up in less than 2 hours!
Very dependable and that can be hard to find on this app!"
Paige H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I'm a dedicated babysitter with 5+ years of experience, including caring for children with special needs. offering both academic/tutoring knowledge and practical skills.
As a responsible caregiver, I have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and I'm a Non-smoker, fully vaccinated. Safety and security...
Tumi can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tumi is a very responsible and dedicated young woman ! Look forward to working with her again !"
Jeasmine T.
Andrea D.
Haverford, PA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Coordinated diversified care for premature twins, familiar with pediatric health management, PT, OT, ST, IEP, 504, and able to take care of sick children. Raised my children to have a belief in wellness including daily exercise, the importance of play and creativity, reading, eating nutritiously, and being emotionally aware and...
5.0
"Smart, competent, hard working, thoughtful, kind.-----a tremendous resource and companion. "
Edward F.
Katie M.
Philadelphia, PA
$40-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am not taking new clients at this time and will update my availability as new openings are available.
Registered Occupational Therapist
I have experience caring for individuals from 3 months to 80+ years old, including children/adolescents with developmental disabilities, adults/elderly with physical, developmental, and...
5.0
"Katie worked with us for a year providing personal care assistance to our son who has Cerebral Palsy, and who uses a power wheelchair and augmentative communication device. Katie handled the physical requirements of the role extremely well, which included feeding,...
Chris H.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a patient, caring, organized, hard-working and creative nanny looking for work! I have been working in Higher Education for the past 3 years, but plan on leaving to pursue my Master's Degree in School and Mental Health Counseling. This program will take place primarily on nights and weekends, but I will be available...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Enthusiastic and dedicated professional seeking full time employment in Human Services. Knowledge base includes medical coding and billing, clerical, filing, HIPPA regulations. Experienced in health care settings, providing services to a diverse population for the past 20 years. I have worked with Alzheimer, Dementia, Hospice...
4.9
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Welcome! Thank you for taking the time to read about me. I have been in childcare for about 15 years including working at a learning center, nannying and working at multiple schools and a clinic. I have experience with all ages including newborns. I also have experience with children with special needs and am currently an RBT...
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jenna is AWESOME! She is the only babysitter we’ve ever had and she made it so easy for us. My son loves her so much and gets excited when she picks him up from daycare. I can honestly say without a doubt that we trust her and can definitely depend on her. She’s a...
Youstina B.
Jessica O.
Philadelphia, PA
$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jessica and I am certified and licensed Occupational Therapist and graduate of Thomas Jefferson University. I currently live in Souderton, PA, and am looking for a part time or full time caregiving/nannying position. I have experience working for families in the Philadelphia area over the past six years as a...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jess has been quite adaptable and friendly with our 1.5 year old. We can always count on her to arrive on time and remain flexible to our child's needs. Jess is a joy to have a part of our lives and we enjoy the time we have with her while she transitions into the...
James S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a special education teacher who has worked with children preschool to 12th grade with various needs including emotional support.
As an individual and family, I have been on the care team for friends and family with medical conditions.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Nicole a recent grad from Colorado State University. A little bit about me, I graduated with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I have been working as a nanny for 5 years and babysitting for about 4 years. As my time as a nanny, I worked with a variety of families in which each was special in their own...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She’s lovely- the kind of person you can trust with your children. According to my oldest she’s “pretty rad.”"
Care member
Taheem M.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-25/hr
5.0
(3)
I have assisted with the care of my brother who has cerebral palsy. The care consisted of bathing, feeding, and changing him when needed, and taking him for walks, reading to him, and taking him to doctor appointments.
5.0
"He is very loving in caring is very helpful and loves to clean and cook and love kids and animals."
Latoya M.
5.0
(1)
I have a absolute passion for caring for people, which is what originally brought me to this site. However, I also have 7 years of experience working with infants and toddlers. My 3 year experiences at a daycare/summer camp educated and gave me the experience I have. During school hours, I was responsible for not only ensuring...
5.0
"I would love to provide you with a review for Theresa. She help me to take care of my youngest daughter from a newborn and now as needed. My daughter is now 5 years old. I have knew Theresa for over 14 years. She also worked at my friends day care center. She is...
Erica B.
Dacia B.
Philadelphia, PA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I was an ABA therapist for many years, specializing in Early Intervention. Since September 2020, I have helped children ages 5-12, with virtual schooling, including homework help and tutoring as needed. I tutored children ages 4-6 in preschool/school skills. I have been a caregiver for children, in 5 different families, ages 5...
5.0
"I don’t have enough words to express my love and appreciation for Dacia!! She began with us when my older son was about to turn two. They had an instant connection and I felt immediately comfortable and trusting of Dacia. She’s a confident, incredibly smart and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a nurses aide (CNA) with 8 years experience in healthcare including both at home and in a long term care facility. I'm able to provide assistance with all aspects of daily living and checking vital signs too. I've worked with children and adults with both physical and mental disabilities. I cared for my great grandmother...
Ana M.
Philadelphia, PA
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello families.
Available between July 1-July 5
My name is Ana. I am a full time nanny M-F but since it's summer and I have my school break I am looking for extras on weekends.
I have almost 9 years of experience with children of all ages, especially newborns and toddlers. I am very creative with sensory and educational...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ana is a very dependable, energetic, creative, warm, reliable and competent caretaker. She has vast experience with kids with special needs, and she deals with any exceptional situation with a very loving, caring and patient approach."
Joy S.
Matthew R.
Philadelphia, PA
$25-40/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I have experience working with the elderly in home since living in Santa Cruz, California. I moved to Philadelphia and have enjoyed very much my experience working for some great families. My references will show that I have developed outstanding relationships with my employers and have proved that I can relate well and adapt to...
5.0
"Matthew is kind and inquisitive with the people he serves and his coworkers as well. His clients/students miss him very much!"
MARJORIE L.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Darby, PA
Tara Y.
5.0
Excellent with all ages! I have a 9 year old boy, 6 year old girl, 4 year old girl, and 2 year old girl. Tara creates games for them and actively plays with them. She's very kind, enthusiastic, patient, and smart. I'm grateful to have her working with my family!
- Laura R.
Towana M.
5.0
Towana was a caregiver for my neighbor. She was a godsend who took such good care of her and I know my neighbor was so thankful to have her.
- Care member
Katelin P.
5.0
Katelin was able to watch my 2 year old son on very short notice and couldn't have been more upbeat about it. Not only was she willing to start babysitting at 4:15 a.m. she was 15 minutes early! She kept me updated on how my son was doing through out the day and when I got home everything was put...
- Jason O.
Andrea L.
5.0
Andrea is exceptionally caring, patient and most understanding of the needs of the elderly. She cared for our 92 year old mother who is dealing with advanced dementia in a joyful manner that respected and preserved our mom's dignity and sense of safety. Andrea is a true professional who cares deeply...
- John B.
Hannah J.
5.0
Hannah watched my two kids (5 and 2) and they loved her! She was punctual, reliable, passionate and knowledgeable. I would absolutely hire her again.
- Angelica R.
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