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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Effort, PA

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Effort, PA

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Cheryl J.


Stroudsburg, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving, Energetic, Caring And Nurturing

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I am a mature fun loving and energetic woman who since retirement have spent my days caring for aging adults, families with special needs and children of all ages. I am very versatile and reliable. I am trained in first aide, CPR and de-escalation. I can transport, shop, cook, laundry, tidy, assist with medications, mobility and...

Cheryl J.


Stroudsburg, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Loving, Nurturing And Fun!

I am a mature, experienced, and energetic care giver with decades of teaching children with special needs. I am experienced and care for children of all ages and an aging adult. I believe in having fun while getting the job done. I have all up to date clearances and background check and will provide references to an interested...
Cheryl can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Alyssa T.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello! I'm Alyssa! I'm a fun and super caring person that enjoys working with people of all ages. I have worked for many families that have children with disabilities along with adults and special needs aftercare programs. Looking forward to chatting with you!
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Debra R.


Nazareth, PA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Seeking Someone Wonderful To Care For

I have had the blessing of a wide range of clients and I am seeking another wonderful person to care for. My experience with special need clients include down syndrome, autism spectrum, traumatic brain injury, obsessive compulsive disorder, attention deficit disorder, ADHD, anger-control issues, dementia and neurologically...
5.0
"Debbie is such a sweet, tender caregiver. She really does care for her clients. When she was working for me, she became one of my best friends. I felt like I could share anything with her. But more importantly, she really kept on top of things for me. She made...

Jamie T.

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Courtney C.


Palmerton, PA

$10-15/hr

Part-Time College Special Education Student Available For Caregiving!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 3rd year college student majoring in special education and middle school math education. I love working with people with disabilities and watching their potential sky rocket. I enjoy helping them with everyday activities as well as teaching them basic life skills. I am able to do functional skill instruction as well.
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Alyssa T.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$25-27/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Alyssa! I'm an outgoing person that loves kids! I'm great with children and pets all ages. I have special needs experience and am CPR certified for children and pets. I am looking for a position for date nights. I can do any weekday or weekend night. Or weekend day. I love being outside but also love to watch a great...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alyssa is great, very reliable and someone I could depend on. Alyssa did it all, cooking, cleaning and worked on homework with the kids. Definitely recommend! The kids loved her "

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Robyn S.


Bangor, PA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience caring for special needs individuals. I have cared for the blind, those with cerebral palsy and other diagnosis. I keep God at my center which keeps me gentle and encouraging. I am reliable and understand the importance of showing up consistently.
5.0
"Robyn responded very quickly and came to my home within the hour when I was in a jam. She is very helpful and supportive."

Jeanne K.

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Michelle Joane G.


Pocono Lake, PA

$25-30/hr10 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
"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.

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Alexandria C.


Easton, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Child Care Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Alex and I am a home school mama to two child (ages 11-boy & 16-girl). My youngest spent the first 2 weeks in NICU so I also have experience w/special needs babies as my son was one! I have a degree in Art Education and taught Mixed Media Art to middle & high school level students as well as Science @ the...
Alexandria can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Kerry (Alex) is absolutely amazing! Not only is she extremely friendly and outgoing, but she was wonderful with our daughter from the second she stepped in the door. Our daughter hasn't stopped talking about how much fun they had and the games they played. I...

Rebecca S.

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Christine B.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Mature & Patient Special Needs Nurse At An Affordable Rate:)

Licensed practical nurse with the following experience in special needs, developmental delays, mental health, as well as behavioral experience.
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Cammile W.


Pocono Pines, PA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

LPN

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been a nurse for 15 years worked in Nursing home and home care taking care of elderly and children, from all type of issues. Tracheotomy and ventilator, seizures, autism, spinal muscular atrophy. *Giving medication as prescribed by a physician * Taking vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, and weight * Basic...
My name is Sadio looking for part-time work working right now with the agency needs extra hour I have 20 years of experience work with a special needs kids and cancer survivor. I am reliable, and flexible, can't cook, clean. Shopping and go to the doctor.
Sadio can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

I have been a nurse since 2007. I worked in nursing home and home care for many years. I have been caring for elderly most of my career. I enjoyed spending one to one time with them .
Cammile can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, respite care
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

My name is Judy, I have over 25 years of experience in private child care. My mother and I ran a private daycare out of our home in NY. We took care of over 20 children a day. I now have 3 kids of my own (ages 7, 12, and 15) My eldest is on the autism spectrum so I do have personal experience with children with special needs. I...
Judy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Megan T.


Palmerton, PA

$18-35/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Support Worker

I taught preschool for 2 years and held an Assistant Director position of an early learning center for another 2. I have worked in an adolescent treatment center at a hospital and am in my 3rd year as a Registered Behavior Technician in ABA. I love helping kids with coping skills and seeing the best in themselves.
I began babysitting when I was 14 years old, and have done volunteer work with children. I have experience with child with special needs and am comfortable caring for children who have disabilities. I have references and credentials that are available upon request. I am comfortable caring for children aged 0 months-12 years. I...
Debra can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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Brigita H.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$10-25/hr2 yrs exp

Practiced In ABA Therapy

I have a strong passion for working with children on the spectrum and have been practicing ABA therapy in the classroom for 1.5 years. I love all children!
In school I took a class for special needs. I also helped special needs student since I was in the 5th grade
Hello, I have experience with infants and special needs both in children and adults. I'm obtained my MBA in Management. I have nannied for a few families, raging from ages infant-14. I am looking to start getting back into helping other families for childcare, senior care, and pet care as a part time opportunity. I have worked...
Cheyenne can also help with: Hospice services, transportation, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
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Angela C.


Pen Argyl, PA

$16-21/hr5 yrs exp

For the past 3 years I am well experience in aba therapy and teaching strategies for those with a disability. I also have experiencing teaching life skills such as dressing simple cleaning and food prep. I have helped with toileting procedure's and have worked implementing programs. I have adverse vocabulary in the field of BHT...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Effort, PA

Debra R.

5.0

Debbie is such a sweet, tender caregiver. She really does care for her clients. When she was working for me, she became one of my best friends. I felt like I could share anything with her. But more importantly, she really kept on top of things for me. She made sure I didn't forget what I needed...

- Jamie T.

Alyssa T.

5.0

Alyssa is great, very reliable and someone I could depend on. Alyssa did it all, cooking, cleaning and worked on homework with the kids. Definitely recommend! The kids loved her

- Care member

Robyn S.

5.0

Robyn responded very quickly and came to my home within the hour when I was in a jam. She is very helpful and supportive.

- Jeanne K.

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.

Alexandria C.

5.0

Alex was great with my 4 year old son. She immediately built rapport as soon as she entered my home and had my son engaged, talking, and laughing right away. I felt comfortable to leave him and it was a huge relief to know he was having a great time and was well cared for.

- Arielle A.

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