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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Elizabethtown, PA
The average posted rate is $14/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years
Special needs caregivers in Elizabethtown, PA
5.0
(4)
I am a certified nursing assistant with 30 years experience in the healthcare field. I really enjoy working with mentally handicapped adults and have a lot of experience working with them! I also have worked in hospitals, nursing homes, and have also worked as a house parent in a home with 8 adults. I am looking for night shift...
Devin S.
Red Lion, PA
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Devin. I recently graduated from Lancaster Bible College where I double majored in education (with a science and English concentration) and Biblical studies. I have babysat and tutored for over 5 years. I have experience with children of all ages and extensive experience with children with special needs. I am...
Devin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Devin is a very reliable person who is always on time and willing to stay late. She is very responsible, great with kids, and leads them well."
Cody R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Mary and I am a kind, loving, and patient babysitter who is open to new situations to best help family's specific needs. I started my childcare career at a very young age, with three children, two of whom have special needs; I worked for this family for three years until they moved out of town. Since then I...
Mary can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mary is amazing. We hired her last summer as our first ever babysitter and she instantly became like family. Our girls love her, we love her. She is reliable, sweet, smart, fun and takes such good care of our girls. We missed her all year although she visited on...
Barbara D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children since I was a teenager. I have two school-age children in addition to working in the area of special needs. I am looking to pick up babysitting in my spare time, as my own kids are with their dad for 50% of the time, and I could use a little extra money. I am a strong believer in engaging kids...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Shannon is wonderful. She responds to messages and texts quickly, she arrived 10 mins early, she clearly has a motherly nature, and I returned home to happy, clean kids and she straightened up to boot. She is cheery and polite and we will call her again!"
Christina P.
Kristina H.
Annville, PA
$20-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Medication Administration Trainer Through DHS With Over 10 Years Experience
5.0
(4)
I have been working in human services since 2000. I began with geriatric care and have extensive experience with individuals with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's and Stroke care. I transitioned into special needs care and have become a Medication Administration Trainer through the Department of Human Services. I am First Aid...
5.0
"Very kind and compassionate. She has helped me with my mother. Highly recommended!! My mom always looked forward to her visit. "
Care member
Since 12 years old, I have loved working with kids! I started out as a mother's helper in my neighborhood and then became a babysitter. I am currently studying speech-language pathology at Lebanon Valley College and I am from Harrisburg. I have experience with children of all ages, including children with special needs. I...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Esther N.
Red Lion, PA
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Esther! I am a nanny with previous experience as an early childhood educator, special needs caregiver, and houseparent at the Milton Hershey School. My favorite hobbies include knitting, running, and spending time in nature.
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Madeline S.
Camp Hill, PA
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
I've been a childcare provider for over a decade, with experience watching infants to teens. I'm passionate about helping children learn, grow, and thrive. With my experience, skills, and enthusiasm, I'm confident I can provide a safe, nurturing environment for your child.
I'm patient, calm, and always looking for creative and...
Madeline can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Right now I am currently a client care coordinator at a company that takes care of elderly and adults with intellectual disabilities. I have a large range of different disabilities that I have personally worked with. Any references or interest in training I have done please feel free to ask.
I have experience working with 3 different autistic children.
Lymarie V.
Harrisburg, PA
$20-35/hr • 20 yrs exp
Dedicated Childcare Provider: Partnering With Families For Growth And Happiness.
I am a caring, understanding, and responsible individual who loves working with children due to their energy and curiosity. My personal and professional experiences have provided me with the patience, empathy, and skills to support each child's development. I seek a workplace that values community and teamwork, with flexibility...
Lymarie can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I was a stay-at-home mother for my four grown children. I have an Associates of Arts degree, as well as one year of childhood education credits. I have had many years of experience working with children, including paid and volunteer positions within the school and church communities.
For the past 10 years I have been employed as...
Barbara can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Herodia V.
Harrisburg, PA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Am Looking For Weekdays Morning Or Night Shift A Friendly Environment
"Hello, my name is Herodia, and I'm here as your Home Health Aide. I'm dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized care to help you maintain your independence and comfort in your own home.". Specialists
With special needs/elderly
secure blindness take them a bath, play with them, love helping other in need, and bring...
I am a mother of 4. I have years of experience with children. I worked in the school system for over 10 years and spent half of that working with Special needs children. I am patient, kind, and reliable.
Stephanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
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,...
Special education teacher with seven years of experience working with children with special needs. Comfortable caring for infants and toddlers as well as older children.
Alexa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Cali H.
Hummelstown, PA
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Cali and I recently graduated from Shippensburg University where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood and Special Education. I started babysitting regularly about 10 years ago. I have watched up to four kids at a time in home and am perfectly comfortable with that. I have special needs experience...
Cali can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
21yr old nursing student available for occasional night out or early morning childcare or elderly care job. CPR and first aid certified. Able to work weekends and weekdays, as needed. Experience with ages infant through 13. Experience as a medication technician and geriatric PCA. Up to 5 kids. Can provide a background check. Has...
Megan can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With 30+ years experience as a pediatric LPN, I am fully experienced in caring for children, newborn through adolescence. I have experience with multiples and those with special needs, including adults or seniors.
Theresa can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Kelley B.
Lititz, PA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mother of four children with one grandchild, caretaking is my passion. I have worked in childcare while raising my four children for 20 years. I have also worked in the after school program and worked with special needs children. I would enjoy taking care of your children.
Kelley can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elizabethtown, PA
Devin S.
5.0
Devin did a wonderful job! She was caring towards our kids, punctual, creative, responsible, and went above and beyond what we asked her to do. She made sure the kids' homework was finished each day so they could be successful in school. She came early without complaint when I had a surgery...
- Casey H.
Mary W.
5.0
Mary is amazing. We hired her last summer as our first ever babysitter and she instantly became like family. Our girls love her, we love her. She is reliable, sweet, smart, fun and takes such good care of our girls. We missed her all year although she visited on her breaks. We were so happy she came...
- Barbara D.
Shannon G.
5.0
Shannon is wonderful. She responds to messages and texts quickly, she arrived 10 mins early, she clearly has a motherly nature, and I returned home to happy, clean kids and she straightened up to boot. She is cheery and polite and we will call her again!
- Christina P.
Kristina H.
5.0
Very kind and compassionate. She has helped me with my mother. Highly recommended!! My mom always looked forward to her visit.
- Care member
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