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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Elkins Park, PA

The average posted rate is $30/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Elkins Park, PA

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Jennifer L.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

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I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and have worked for two and a half years in home health care with a variety of seniors ranging from multiple different special needs I have also worked three years in a long term nursing home for seniors with dementia/Alzheimer. I spent one and a half year in a residential care home for adults...
Jennifer can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Jennifer was great with my mom. She not only cared for her, she treated her like she was still important"

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Dacia B.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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...

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Stephen M.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Or Full-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've had the opportunity to work part-time with a gentleman with a form of progressive MS for the past 10 years. My goal is to enhance his quality of life by assisting him with everyday activities and promoting his physical well being. Daily activities include: Providing physical therapy exercises for strength and range of...
5.0
"He has a heart of gold and wants to give his entire self to the one he is caring for."

Julie G.

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Tatianna R.


Palmyra, NJ

$15-19/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

Hi, my name is Tatianna. I just got married; I've been working with special needs children since I was 14 at special needs daycares, as a babysitter and a nanny. I have a lot of skills specifically with autistic children as a result of my brothers diagnosis. I am in school currently, online, to be a special needs pediatric...
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Melissa V.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Or Full Time Nannie Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am 27 and a patient, compassionate nanny with 7+ years of experience caring for children ages 6 months to 12 years. I currently work as a behavioral specialist at an elementary school and have 5 years of experience being a Behavioral Health Technician for kids with behavioral problems and disabilities. I treat all children...
Melissa can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Melissa took care of my daughter from 5 months old. She is kind, caring and timely! Highly recommend."

Christina F.

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Emily K.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Nanny

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Julie C.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For The Summer Can Start Immediately

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Julie. I have been babysitting and nannying for more than 10 years and have extensive experience with infants, toddlers, and school age children. I also have clinical experience with kiddos who have learning differences and special needs. I have provided childcare and housekeeping and I am certified in CPR. In...
Julie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She was great. Came to house to meet us prior. She was very hands on and great with kids. My 2 kids did great with her. My son was running fever the day she came too so she was super helpful at monitoring it and giving medication. Thanks Julie!"

Jenna G.

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Tammy J.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Limited Part-time & Date Nights

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Available for limited part-time, date nights and potential backup care! Please message me directly as I do not book thru this site without talking to the parents first for safety reasons! I have over 25 years of experience working directly with child development as a private nanny! Over the last 12 years I have specifically...
Tammy can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Tammy has been a second mother to our three year old who is now starting full time daycare. She is energetic and creative and when she is here, I know my daughter is in great hands while I am at work! She clearly has a passion and a gift for childcare. Any family...

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Greta R.


Bala Cynwyd, PA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Evening And Weekend Care Giving

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.
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Leslie M.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 15 years+ experience in education, and for the past five years, have learned to care for my Grandson, who has a Rare Brain Disease. I'm now experienced with setting up G-tube feedings, administering medications through a port, CPAP setup, Physical Therapy exercises for immobility, respiratory treatments including using a...
5.0
"Leslie has worked for my family for this school year as my son's in-school educational aid. Leslie is knowledgeable, professional, and caring. She has built a special relationship with my son where he is supported in school, and we are kept fully informed of his...

Rebecca S.

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Kara C.


Plymouth Meeting, PA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny / Babysitter SUMMER ONLY

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kara and I am looking for a full-time nanny position for this summer as I get out of school May 10th and return August 29th. I have a sister with Down Syndrome, so I definitely have experience with taking care of individuals with special needs. Also, my second cousin has 5 kids, one 8 years old, another 6 years...
Kara can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kara is our neighbor and has taken care of our kids (almost 5 year-old girl and 3 year-old boy) for some time. It is really important to us that someone isn't just watching our kids, but that we have someone who will engage with them, get on their level, and play...

Lisa S.

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Meryl G.


Huntingdon Valley, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

I'm a 63-year-old woman and live in Willow Grove. I'm looking for part-time work in the afternoon and/or evening. I completed a background check, child abuse clearance and fingerprinting in 2016, and worked for a year as a van driver for the Upper Moreland School District. I greatly enjoyed working with the kids, which included...
Meryl can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"As a volunteer for the Holocaust Awareness Museum and Education Center (I am the President of the Board) Meryl has been reliable, professional and diligent. She has solicited quality items for our yearly silent auction and in many years our lead person. I have...

Chuck F.

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Kenializ P.


Philadelphia, PA

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Kenializ and I am 27 years old. I currently in the process of trying to earn my RN license. I am working hard to pay for the things I need for school as well as provide for my son as I am a single mother of a special needs child. I am currently attending school full time at night. I am young but I am very hard...
Kenializ can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kenializ was very calm and positive with my kids. I would highly recommend."

Yaella A.

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Nicole C.


Philadelphia, PA

$23-45/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time/ Date Night Sitter

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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She’s lovely- the kind of person you can trust with your children. According to my oldest she’s “pretty rad.”"

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Deshanna R.


Narberth, PA

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

Hi Families, Currently working as a training supervisor with the airlines here at PHL Airport. I'm currently seeking part-time/ as needed employment. I have experience working with elders, children (ages infants -up), and also those with special needs (autism, IDD, and etc). My schedule is flexible, weekends are negotiable. I...
Deshanna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Desanna was a wonderful care giver. She treated my children with love and care. I never had to worry when I left them to go work because she made us feel so comfortable with her. my children loved her and the great energy she brought with her daily, "

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Tara Y.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/ Part-Time Nanny

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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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.

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Catherine M.


Philadelphia, PA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Super Positive, Fun And Caring Companion

Hello, I welcome you to message me after you have read my profile and after all parties have agreed to hire a caretaker. Hello! I am a former Special Education Teacher with experience in a multiple disability classroom for children ages 5 through 18. I also have 5 Years Experience with Senior Citizens who need companionship,...
5.0
"Cathy is not only dependable, but also has high moral standards and integrity."

Peter D.

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Jenice S.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-35/hr8 yrs exp

Responsible And Caring Caregiver

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...
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Molly H.


Philadelphia, PA

$22-30/hr6 yrs exp

Caring, Fun Sitter/Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Molly. I have 6+ years of experience caring for children and infants including ages 2 months to 14 years. When caring for children, I enjoy sharing my love of crafting and spending time outside, and with infants facilitating development with tummy time, reading books, and other enriching activities. For the...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Molly is wonderful with our 11 month old daughter! We are so happy to have found her! She is punctual, kind, dependable, and mature. We feel very comfortable having her in our home."

Kerry M.

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Damara B.


Philadelphia, PA

$17/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi My name is Damara. I have 10 years of experience working with children of different ages and personalities. I see the value in being a good role model and meet each kids special needs. I have worked in kindergarten, elementary school and been a par professional. I love working with children and see them grow and be a part of...
5.0
"Damara was excellent last minute, took good care of my 12-yr old autistic and highly energetic son. Happy hiring her again!"

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elkins Park, PA

Jennifer L.

5.0

I’ve worked with Jen for a few years on nightshift. she is very dedicated and reliable.

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Dacia B.

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 intuitive caretaker. She did...

- Care member

Stephen M.

5.0

Steve M. was wonderful. He was thoughtful, caring, totally reliable, insightful, and brought positive energy to everything he did for the person he was caring for.

- Susan H.

Melissa V.

5.0

Melissa took care of my daughter from 5 months old. She is kind, caring and timely! Highly recommend.

- Christina F.

Julie C.

5.0

She was great. Came to house to meet us prior. She was very hands on and great with kids. My 2 kids did great with her. My son was running fever the day she came too so she was super helpful at monitoring it and giving medication. Thanks Julie!

- Jenna G.

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