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Find special needs caregivers in Effort, PA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Effort, PA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 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:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Courtney C.


Palmerton, PA

$10-15/hr

Part-Time College Special Education Student Available For Caregiving!

5.0

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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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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
"There are not enough words to express how wonderful Michelle has been for the care she provided for my wife who was recovering from surgery. Excellent communicator! - Quick to respond to messages, intuitive, punctual, thorough, creative, hard working, committed and...

Jeffrey B.

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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 13-boy & 18-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
"We love Alex! She is very reliable and responds very quickly. I have a 4 year old boy and 5 month old twins. She comes to help my mom with all the kiddos for date night or girls night out. She is wonderful with our kids I highly recommend her for any child care you...

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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, light cleaning, errands, respite care, dementia
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:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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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.
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: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, transportation, meal prep, dementia & more
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Karla B.


Easton, PA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Available

I am currently working in the Middle School as a learning support (ESL) I am an experienced daycare preschool-prek teacher and babysitter of all ages from infants to kindergarten. CDA (Child Development Associate) certified. Enjoy doing activities and crafts with the children indoor as well as outdoor. Experienced swim...
Hello my name is Jasmin and I live in East Stroudsburg PA. I am a medical assistant, I am also certified in First aid, AED and CPR. I have extensive experience working with children, I have previously worked in a pediatricians office with ages ranging from newborns to young adults. I am also a certified teachers assistant and...
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Madeleine F.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$15-30/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been babysitting since I was 13 and am certified in CPR. I also have my ECE Level 1 credential. I have taken care of children from infancy to 9 years old and have lots of energy to keep up with kids of all ages. I am capable of providing transportation, cooking, help with school work, housekeeping and crafts! I have...
Madeleine can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Heather V.


Cresco, PA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver For Children Of All Needs

I have worked with children all my life from babysitting to being a TSS (Therapeutic Staff Support) worker. I am a college graduate and I have a lot of experience will all types of children. I have worked with special needs children having a wide variety of diagnoses from ADHD to Autism. I would love to find a family to help...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Rosa M.


Tobyhanna, PA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

I just wanted to share a little bit about my experience of watching kids. I started doing this when I was 10 years old and being part of a big family, I had lots of opportunities to babysit my family members' kids. Eventually, I started watching kids who were family friends and realized that I could expand my services to other...
Rosa can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Donna H.


Pen Argyl, PA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Weekend Caregiver

I currently work with individuals with ASD. I also have experience with a sibling who has a learning disability. I have experience working with youth and adolescents. I'm very patient, kind, understanding, fun, and energetic.
Currently have 8 months experience working in group home with individuals with mental, behavioral, and intellectual disabilities. Also have experience in daycare and child care profession.
I have worked with both children and older adults with special needs since I was 14. I have worked as a aide for a camp in Carbon County. Children and adults with a variety of disabilities attended. I have also worked one on one with several. I am passionate with what I do because I feel as though I am saving one more person...
Im currently a CNA, I hope to add phlebotomy to my skills in the near future. I have been in the medical field for 3 years now and I really enjoy working with special needs and the elderly.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Effort, PA

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

We love Alex! She is very reliable and responds very quickly. I have a 4 year old boy and 5 month old twins. She comes to help my mom with all the kiddos for date night or girls night out. She is wonderful with our kids I highly recommend her for any child care you may need.

- Care member

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