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Find special needs caregivers in Ephrata, PA that you’ll love
60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ephrata, PA
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years
Special needs caregivers in Ephrata, PA
Paula W.
New Holland, PA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have experience providing transportation and job coaching to individuals with special needs. Enjoy the simple pleasure of being helpful to others.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hello! My name is Lauren and I am a senior education dual major at Lebanon Valley College. I have recently completed my student teaching in both Autistic/Learning Support and a first-grade classroom. I have 3 years experience working in a special needs environment, through substituting programs at the Lancaster-Lebanon IU13. I...
I am a caregiver who is passionate about meeting the individual needs of my clients and their families. I work hard to ensure that care of the home (cooking and housekeeping) and personal care are completed effectively and respectfully. The best part of the job for me is the personal connection. Making someone smile, reminding...
Wendy can also help with: Errands, respite care, meal prep, mobility assistance, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi,
My name is Victoria.
I am an adult with nearly 4 years worth of experience working in school classrooms, either by teaching or assisting in classrooms.
Most of my experience is with school age children, but I have babysat my two little nieces who are not quite school age yet.
Hello!
I graduated from Lancaster Bible College in 2023. After experiencing burnout from schoolwork, I decided to pursue something I truly love, working with kids! I became a full-time nanny for eight months, but when the children transitioned to daycare, I took on a new role as a Personal Care Assistant in an Autistic Support...
Cara can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Cheryl H.
Lititz, PA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Compassionate, Dependable, Experienced Caregiver Looking for Someone to Take Care Of.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a primary caregiver to a woman with MS for over 15 years. I am now with a referral agency and take care of mostly elderly and special need clients. I very much enjoy what I do and I treat your family like they are my own. I have some medical experience with certain issues. I've dealt with feeding tubes, catheters,...
Hello! My name is Morgan and I am a special education teacher for middle school and high school emotional support students in Lancaster, PA. I am also able to do tutoring. I am looking for nannying and babysitting hours for the summer. I have experiences working with children with special needs and children newborn and older....
Morgan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Jamie S.
Lititz, PA
$15-21/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hey everyone! Rent-an-Auntie at your service!
I've cared for children newborn-13 years including twins and special needs! I've taken early childhood development classes and I am a cosmetology graduate. I love working with kids so much that I am now a professional face painter and Girl Scout Leader!
I'm generally very cheerful!...
Jamie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Carrie B.
Reinholds, PA
$13-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry. Experience with special needs children, and children of all ages
Carrie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Lauren K.
Willow Street, PA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lauren. I am 22 and have experience working with special needs children, children of any age, seniors, and animals. I love crafts and games and anything your child likes. I can cook and clean and would love to speak with you about what you're looking for!
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"We were thrilled to have Lauren babysit for us and can't wait to have her again! She is super responsive and very dependable. Our two boys said "She is the nicest babysitter ever!" Can't wait to have her sit for us again."
Erin G.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & 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.
Rosanna L.
Leesport, PA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
10+ Year Experienced Certified Teacher, Tutor, And Pet Lover
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
TUTOR- I am a dual certified in elementary and special education. I have 15 years of tutoring experience along with 10 years of special education teaching experience. I have taught students with special needs from ages 4-21 inclusively. I have a multitude of experience in a variety of disabilities including but not limited to...
5.0
"Rose is simply the best support professional we have ever worked with. She is very professional, smart, dedicated, conscientious, and creative. She has made gains with our autistic son in many areas with amazing results. And at the same time, always doing her work...
Steve E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE, SORRY!
Hi! I have prior experience in child care and have worked with a vast range of ages over the years. I love working with kids and consider myself patient, charismatic, and reliable. I will consistently provide a safe and fun environment for your children. I have four siblings myself, who I have...
Kathryn can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Miss Kat is amazing with our little girls. They absolutely adore her, especially the dance parties! She's very responsible and dependable, always arrives on time, keeps our kiddos on a fun routine, and keeps our house tidy (no small feat with our little ones). She...
Melissa B.
5.0
(3)
Seeking to provide nanny or babysitting services. I kind of like the term mother's helper myself.
I raised three children of my own & I am a grandmother of 8. I have worked in private schools with special needs students, most recently daycare centers. I have experience caring for infants through 8th grade.
I will engage your...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Stephanie is absolutely amazing with children. She has the best heart and any family would be lucky to have her care for their children! She will treat them like her own :)"
Michelle B.
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...
Logan R.
Manheim, PA
$13-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am super friendly, easy going, and very adaptable to any situation. I have tons of patience, but I also love to carry conversations. I have experience with Autism, since I have a little brother who is Autistic.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Lisa! I am a 41-year-old married, mother of 1 adult daughter, who is off at College now. I am already currently working with Adults with Intellectual Disabilities. But only part-time. So, I am looking to help others as well!! Please let me know what help you or your loved one needs, and I'll let you know if I can...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm 26 years old & graduated college with a bachelors degree in Psychology. I work full time with children who have autism, as a Registered Behavior Technician. I also have experience working with children who have special needs, as well as being CPR certified. I have 10+ years of babysitting experience, along with helping...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alexis is great with children. I have two kids - ages 7 and 4 - who can be slightly hyper at times. She is really good at getting them to calm down and listen while having fun. My girls love her! She is DEFINITELY my go to when I need some me time or a nice...
Abbie F.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi Parents!
I love being around children and make them happy when they are under my care.
Overall, I have experience caring for multiple children (twins), all ages, and children with special needs. I am a happy, loving, respectful and responsible nanny/babysitter looking for two part time jobs or a full time job with some...
Mirtelina can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Mertlina were taking care of my twins boys, she is a hard worker, detail oriented and mostly she loves my boys. She was always take extra steps of everything she does, we can always rely on. "
Carrie M.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ephrata, PA
Lauren K.
5.0
We were thrilled to have Lauren babysit for us and can't wait to have her again! She is super responsive and very dependable. Our two boys said "She is the nicest babysitter ever!" Can't wait to have her sit for us again.
- Erin G.
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.
Rosanna L.
5.0
Rose is simply the best support professional we have ever worked with. She is very professional, smart, dedicated, conscientious, and creative. She has made gains with our autistic son in many areas with amazing results. And at the same time, always doing her work with such a caring approach. I...
- Steve E.
Kathryn J.
5.0
Miss Kat is amazing with our little girls. They absolutely adore her, especially the dance parties! She's very responsible and dependable, always arrives on time, keeps our kiddos on a fun routine, and keeps our house tidy (no small feat with our little ones). She has a calm demeanor and a great...
- Melissa B.
Stephanie S.
5.0
Miss Steffie is an outstanding professional nanny and caretaker!
Her high-level technical knowledge and expertise on early child development makes her an incredibly engaging and gifted caretaker. Miss Steffie uses a tailored approach to each child she cares for and uses age-appropriate activities...
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Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Ephrata, PA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.