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Ruby D.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$20-21/hr3 yrs exp

A Happy, Reliable, And Caring Babysitter Who Prioritizes Safety And Responsibility.

5.0

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I am a very friendly, outgoing, and patient person with a love for kids. I enjoy spending quality time with the kids I babysit and being a positive influence for them. I am American Red Cross CPR and first-aid certified. At school, I participate in the integrated bocce ball team, working with special needs students. I have...
Ruby can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I've known Ruby for a long time now. She's wonderful with kids, very active and creative. She's got a really big heart and I would hire her again in a New York minute. In the summer, she's been very flexible with us and super easy to work with. I would highly...

Stacy K.

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Mona M.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Mona. I am a 41-year-old mom that loves working with children. I've worked as a preschool teacher for 4 years. I also babysit in my house. I have volunteered with children for 12 years and have been babysitting for 10 years. I have cared for special needs children from the ages of 1 month to 12 years. I enjoy spending...
Mona can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Mona is very loving and caring when it comes to be a babysitter. My son was 3 and half months and she took care of him very well. I was so satisfied at work knowing that my son is with Mona. I would love to hire her again. Just having my family member staying with...

Amna K.

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Devin S.


Red Lion, PA

$15/hr5 yrs exp

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, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
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.

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Amy S.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher/Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with children since I was 12, my experience ranges from working in homes, homeschooling my own children, tutoring, preschool, elementary school and special needs (primarily autistic children.) I love children and have a passion to see them grow and develop to their potential. I'd love to meet you and assist you and...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Amy to work as a special needs private aid in a pre-K classroom for our son, who is on the autism spectrum and did not have access to TSS services. Her skills and experience as a former TSS, as well as a preschool teacher, were invaluable! She was able...

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Lisa C.


Windsor, PA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I grew up in a family of eight children and also care for relatives, cousins, nieces, and nephews. I come from a large extended family that is constantly in need of child care. I also offered my services to families in my community and families that attended my elementary school. These families knew me well and understood that I...
Lisa can also help with: Travel, carpooling
5.0
"I had Lisa watch my 3 daughters (ages 6.5, 3, 6 weeks) for my husband's work event. She did fantastic. She was punctual, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. Our kids loved her! I would highly recommend her services to anyone looking for reliable and exceptional care...

Katie D.

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Emily W.


Dillsburg, PA

$12-20/hr6 yrs exp

Caring Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Emily! I have nanny experience with several children - one child in Lancaster, PA for three years. I spent a summer with two children - one female in 5th grade and male in 7th grade. Two years ago I babysat for a special needs child age 5 all summer. Last summer I babysat for a 2-year-old I have also done lots...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"We hired Emily as a part time nanny for our 1.5 year old last summer. She was so patient and kind, willing to spend hours with him playing outside with our sprinkler and water table. She was always on time and our son was always excited to see her."

Caitlynn M.

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Kay A.


Harrisburg, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children in total for about 10 years. I have experience mainly working with children in the age range of 6 mo.-12 yrs. I worked in a nursery for about four years, and before that, I had classroom experience with children in the early school age range. I have also done volunteer work with school age children....
Kay can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Always on time. Always has a great attitude. Amazing with my kids. Knows how to discipline with our guidelines and making sure the kids know she means business without being cruel or mean and we love and appreciate that! Hands on and loved our kiddos! Our oldest...

Latoya S.

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Logan R.


Manheim, PA

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

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.
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Lorna Y.


Columbia, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA

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...
Hard worker, I been taking care of people since I am was 16 years old. I am 40 years old. You love one will be best of care.
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Shannon G.


Red Lion, PA

$10-16/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mom And OT

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.

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Bridget S.


Hershey, PA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! I'm looking to find some families to babysit for! I graduated last Spring with a bachelors in Psychology from Saint Mary's college. Throughout college I've babysat for two different families. I also have experience working with kids with autism. In the past I've been a camp counselor at Aaron's acres and interned at...
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Ann W.


Harrisburg, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over 30 years, I have worked with individuals from infancy through adulthood. Each person's needs are unique as is each individual and each family. Currently, I would prefer weekends, but may be available Mondays and Thursdays. 8/10/23 B. S. SPECIAL EDUCATION, MULTIPLY IMPAIRED AND IDD; M. A. SPE IAL EDUCATION, MULTIPLY IMPAIRED...
5.0
"Holly goes above and beyond. She will care for your child as her own. She is attentive to their needs and that is her focus the entire time she is there. We cannot say enough kind words about her. We will be forever grateful for the service she has given to us."

Becki S.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I have worked with Children with special needs a few years a girl on a feeding tube in Diapers kids with Allergies I also have had my son with ADHD and other children also with ADHD and my own Daughter with sugar Diabetes my services come with some light housekeeping meal or food prep I have 5 stars rating my covid shots...
5.0
"Sherry took care of our toddler for a few months, at her own home. She had great communication, was extremely dependable, and was very thoughtful going above and beyond. She provided light meal prep for our son and transportation for adventures such as the library...

Marlayna C.

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Charity B.


York, PA

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started caring for children for the people around my neighborhood at a young age. I quickly learned I have a huge heart for children and caring for their needs and wants. Seeing your child smile, makes my heart smile. I've cared for others newborns (6 weeks) -pre teen age. I have also worked at a daycare for about 10...
Charity can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Charity has been watching my girls (ages 1 & 3) part-time for a little over a month now. She is very kind, loving, and patient with my girls. My girls absolutely adore her and my husband and I are very happy with the job that she is doing. We are so glad to have a...

Nicole M.

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Amy S.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$13-16/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

As a teenager, my Mom worked for the United Cerebral Palsy Association. Working with their summer programs for preschool and elementary aged children was my first experience. Since then, having a degree in education, I have worked as a TSS for autism, preschool teacher, substitute in public school, para with Special Needs...
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Kara S.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Master's Degree, Extensive Experience

Home Health Care Provider (dementia and cancer specialties), End-Of-Life Doula, Healthcare Advocate, Registered Behavior Technician working with children and adults with special needs and developmental disorders. Reiki Master. Mom of three children in college. Fitness enthusiast. Highly educated and experienced, empathetic, and...
Kara can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Kathleen B.


Red Lion, PA

$14-19/hr

Special Care Needs Assistant

I worked in a highly-functional special needs organizaton for several years assisting clients. At times, would assist with client's needs, such as guiding them to the restroom or guiding on and off the bus, guiding to his/her workstation. Assisting with feeding. Taking to outings. such as an Orioles baseball game at Ravens...
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Karen B.


Harrisburg, PA

$17-21/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Mature, Professional

I have worked with children who have special needs mentally and physically. I was a driver over 5 years taking the children back and forth to school.
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Ellie Ann P.


York, PA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

I am an Early Childhood and Special Education major, currently completing my student teaching. I will graduate in December, but I do live year-round in the York area. I have experience working in multiple daycare centers and summer camps and babysitting children ages 2 months to 12 years (including children with special needs)....
Ellie Ann can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Etters, PA

Ruby D.

5.0

I've known Ruby for a long time now. She's wonderful with kids, very active and creative. She's got a really big heart and I would hire her again in a New York minute. In the summer, she's been very flexible with us and super easy to work with. I would highly recommend her.

- Stacy K.

Mona M.

5.0

Mona was kind, caring and made us feel like we could leave our kids with her knowing they would be well cared for. She is generous with her time and her home. She sent pictures and videos during the day, which is a nice touch that isn't necessary, but helps a worried mom. We would definitely...

- Michelle S.

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.

Amy S.

5.0

Amy is reliable and so very kind, caring and sweet with our two children. She has an amazing heart and really cares for the kids and the work she does. We are lucky to have found her! The kids are so happy with her. As two working parents, she has helped us in such a big way.

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Lisa C.

5.0

I had Lisa watch my 3 daughters (ages 6.5, 3, 6 weeks) for my husband's work event. She did fantastic. She was punctual, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. Our kids loved her! I would highly recommend her services to anyone looking for reliable and exceptional care for their children!

- Katie D.

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