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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Dover, PA

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Dover, PA

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Amanda R K.


Dover, PA

$15-26/hr

Cna

5.0

(3)

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Hard worker, I been taking care of people since I am was 16 years old. I am 40 years old. You love one will be best of care.
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Alyssa B.


Dover, PA

$13-15/hr9 yrs exp

Your Home Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

With 9 years experience I have learned a lot about childcare and continue to learn more everyday. I have done everything from special needs care to after school tutoring and absolutely love it all! I enjoy music, movies, reading and doing crafts is one of my specialties! I spent a year in Chesterfield Virginia where I was an...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Alyssa started babysitting my first son then eventually,over a period of 7 years, all three of my sons. In the 7 years Alyssa never canceled or showed up past the time we had set. She was responsible for both preschool and kindergarten drop offs and pick ups as...

Jennifer A.

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Amanda S.


Dover, PA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver Available Immediately

My experience caring for those with special needs has been in the long term care facility and rehabilitation settings. I am a certified nurses aide with 7 years of experience and I'm CPR certified. I've had special needs clients consistently over the last few years. They really have been some of my favorite patients because of...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I have worked with Children with special needs a few years a girl on a feeding tube in Diapers kids with Allergies I also have had my son with ADHD and other children also with ADHD and my own Daughter with sugar Diabetes my services come with some light housekeeping meal or food prep I have 5 stars rating my covid shots...
5.0
"Sherry took care of our toddler for a few months, at her own home. She had great communication, was extremely dependable, and was very thoughtful going above and beyond. She provided light meal prep for our son and transportation for adventures such as the library...

Marlayna C.

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Victoria L.


York, PA

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny and tutor for various families through Care. com. I continue to care for those children on a needed basis. I enjoy every minute of it and hope to meet a new family that is in need of my help! I am a school counselor and was a childcare director for 5 years with various qualifications, such as medication...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Emily W.


Dillsburg, PA

$12-20/hr6 yrs exp

Caring Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Emily! I have nanny experience with several children - one child in Lancaster, PA for three years. I spent a summer with two children - one female in 5th grade and male in 7th grade. Two years ago I babysat for a special needs child age 5 all summer. Last summer I babysat for a 2-year-old I have also done lots...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"We hired Emily as a part time nanny for our 1.5 year old last summer. She was so patient and kind, willing to spend hours with him playing outside with our sprinkler and water table. She was always on time and our son was always excited to see her."

Caitlynn M.

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Ivette A.


York, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 4 beautiful children and I adopted 1 so I have a total of 5 children in the ages of the 1st oldest is 23 yrs old the 2nd oldest is 21 yrs old the 3rd oldest which is the one I adopted is my 14yr old who is a special needs child then the 4th is 13yrs old and the last one is 12yrs old. I have two grandsons 1 is 6...
Ivette can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
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Lydia G.


York, PA

$21-50/hr10 yrs exp

A Mother With Personal & Professional Experience

I'm Lydia, and I bring both personal & professional experience in supporting individuals of all abilities. I am CPR First Aid, and RBT certified, as well as SafeCare trained. As a mother of a special needs child, I understand the importance of patience, empathy, routine, & individualized care. I have worked as a BHT, RBT,...
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Jason G.


Abbottstown, PA

$20/hr2 yrs exp

All About Me

One thing I am proud to say about myself is that I am a caring, compassionate, and loving person. From a young age, I always felt the need to help people out and care for them in any way I could. I enjoy cooking for my family and my elderly neighbor as well as help out my other neighbors. Being able to work as a Direct Support...
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Ellie Ann P.


York, PA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

I am an Early Childhood and Special Education major, currently completing my student teaching. I will graduate in December, but I do live year-round in the York area. I have experience working in multiple daycare centers and summer camps and babysitting children ages 2 months to 12 years (including children with special needs)....
Ellie Ann can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Cailie M.


York, PA

$23/hr7 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

I have been a caregiver for several family for over 7 years now. I have experience with many high energy kids, special needs children, twins, multiple children, traveling with children, helping with homework and meals. I have always had a love for kids (and all animals as well). I am very flexible, trust worthy, and reliable. I...
Cailie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Cynthia M.


York, PA

$14-29/hr5 yrs exp

I have worked as an 1:1 aide in Baltimore working with kids that have behavioral problems, disabilities, and other issues they might have. I love working with children and adults. I am currently a Caregiver for a home health agency.
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Cat Z.


York, PA

$11-16/hr1 yrs exp

Fun Sitter For A Little Time From The Little Ones!

Hi! I'm Catherine, but you can call me Cat! I am 18 years old and I have experience working with children and I enjoy working with children! While I'm high school, I have taken 2 child care development classes. During the courses, I spent time working and teaching preschoolers. Along with working with preschoolers, I have spent...
Cat can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi. I have most of my experience with infant to 5 years old. I have cared for children with ODD OCD autism physical delays and speech delays. I am very patient and work with the families and therapists to achieve the best outcome for the child. I have cared for more than 15 children over the years. Some were easy and some were...

Assima F.


York, PA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

4.0

(4)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Assima. I currently have a full time job as a teacher assistant at a daycare. I have had other teacher assistant jobs, in which I have worked with children with special needs. I am a certified teacher assistant by NY state. I am cleared to work with children from OCFS and the Department of mental health. I am...
Assima can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Assima helped me with my son for a full weekend. She was wonderful with him. Very attentive. Had special activities planned. So happy I found her!"

Lindsey H.

Sierra C.


York, PA

$18/hr4 yrs exp

Helping People Grow And Everyday!

Hello! My name is Sierra and I have experience in caring for adults and children ages 10 months to adolescence for many years, also working with individuals with speech, mobile, medical and intellectual disabilities. Past professional experience I attended health and medical trainings and obtained a medical certification to...

Diane J.


East Berlin, PA

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 15+ years of service with seniors and adults. I am reliable, dependable, flexible, and caring. My passion is helping others. I have experience with MS, Alzheimer's/ Dementia, and special needs. I have excellent references available upon request.
Diane can also help with: Personal care, dementia

Sherri M.


Dillsburg, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love working with children. I have 30+ years experience working with children of all ages. I was a foster parent for 18 years. I have 3 biological children and we have adopted 6, plus I have 6 grandchildren. I also have worked in our school district with special needs children, and I volunteer in the children's department at...
Sherri can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

New occupational therapy assistant looking for extra work on the side! I have been doing this for about a year, but have worked with kids for around 8 years! I have always been drawn to kiddos with disabilities or behavioral issues!! I would love to work with a family with a special needs child :)

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dover, PA

Alyssa B.

5.0

Very very dependable young lady. Was responsible for getting my two girls (ages 8 and 10 at the time) off of the bus, getting them after school snacks, completing homework, studying and then getting them off the their different activities for the evening.

- Reana D.

Sherry P.

5.0

Sherry took care of our toddler for a few months, at her own home. She had great communication, was extremely dependable, and was very thoughtful going above and beyond. She provided light meal prep for our son and transportation for adventures such as the library and park. I highly recommend her...

- Marlayna C.

Emily W.

5.0

We hired Emily as a part time nanny for our 1.5 year old last summer. She was so patient and kind, willing to spend hours with him playing outside with our sprinkler and water table. She was always on time and our son was always excited to see her.

- Caitlynn M.

Assima F.

5.0

Assima was amazing with my three children! My kids can't stop talking about her and wants to know when she's coming back. She kept them engaged by having activities planned for each of the two days. She was punctual and professional. She helped ease my worries since this was the first time I...

- Latoya F.

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Ratings for Dover, PA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Dover, PA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.