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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Folsom, PA

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 2 years

Special needs caregivers in Folsom, PA

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Katelin P.


Havertown, PA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

College Graduate With Teaching Degree Who Is Spontaneous And Loves Kids!

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

About Myself: I'm a 25-year-old working professional who works a steady day job during the week. I've been nannying since I was about 14 and took 2 years off from Care. com while transitioning into a job relocation in PA. I've since missed the loving and lasting bonds I formed with the families on this site and what 25-year-old...
Katelin can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Katelin was able to watch my 2 year old son on very short notice and couldn't have been more upbeat about it. Not only was she willing to start babysitting at 4:15 a.m. she was 15 minutes early! She kept me updated on how my son was doing through out the day and...

Jason O.

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Janelle G.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter & Teacher

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have 15+ years of experience, working with children aged birth to 17. I have experience working with children with special needs. I am first aid and CPR certified, and I have an Early Childhood degree.
Janelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Janelle was great! Helped my wife with our newborn daughter and 5 y/o son while I was out coaching. She did all the dishes, played with our son while my wife tended to our daughter and even put all my sons toys away that him and my wife played with. My 5 y/o...

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Sarah F.


Swedesboro, NJ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

COTA/L To Work As A Personal Assistant And Home Manager

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have worked in the school system, in home setting, and as a rehabilitative driving specialist assisting/teaching the pediatric population with special needs and varying conditions. On a personal note I have family members who are special needs with whom I've assisted long term. In addition, I've worked with the geriatric...
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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Hired Julie at the last minute to watch my two kids. She was awesome. She made me feel so comfortable with leaving my children in her care. She took care of my 2 month old & my 6 year old, as well as my 5 month old puppy. She sent me pictures while I was gone &...

Katarina P.

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Christine W.


Drexel Hill, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Preschool Teacher Looking For A Nanny Position

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 12 years of experience caring for young children in numerous professional settings. I am CPR and first-aid certified. I have a CDA in Early Childhood Education and I am in college to receive an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked with children with special needs and learned a variety of...
Christine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Christine is an absolutely fantastic care giver! We hired her to take care of our toddler 3 days a week and feel so lucky to have had her! She is patient, kind, creative, and just overall wonderful. Our daughter developed and grew leaps and bounds in the short time...

Samantha D.

I have assisted with the care of my brother who has cerebral palsy. The care consisted of bathing, feeding, and changing him when needed, and taking him for walks, reading to him, and taking him to doctor appointments.
5.0
"He is very loving in caring is very helpful and loves to clean and cook and love kids and animals."

Latoya M.

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Carol E.


Brookhaven, PA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Touch Of Kindness

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Carol. I am a mother of 3 wonderful children. My youngest still lives at home, age 19. My hobbies are my artwork and gardening. I am looking for part time work. I have experience with working with the elderly and special needs. I can provide a healthy safe environment to your special family member. My...
Carol can also help with: Meal prep, home modification, light cleaning, dementia, personal care, hospice services & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"I didn't expect Carol to be so passionate about tending to my fathers needs. She keep him comfortable and safe. There were time she just sat there and talked with him so he didn't feel alone. I'm happy I meet her and she was part of my dad's final days."

Debbie G.

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Betsy B.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

For over 10 years, I have cared for children as a teacher, tutor, long-term nanny, and a short-term nanny/babysitter. I have experience teaching at a preschool, nannying long-term for families with multiple children, babysitting for children with special needs, and caring for children from diverse backgrounds including English...
Betsy can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Betsy is one of the kindest people you will ever meet! She cared for our children with so much patience and love. She helped our family out on short notice, date nights, and some long-term care. I would highly recommend Betsy as a child care provider. She is always...

Jessica C.

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Tumi O.


Philadelphia, PA

$17/hr6 yrs exp

Happy And Engaging

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! I'm a dedicated babysitter with 5+ years of experience, including caring for children with special needs. offering both academic/tutoring knowledge and practical skills. As a responsible caregiver, I have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and I'm a Non-smoker, fully vaccinated. Safety and security...
Tumi can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Tumi is a very responsible and dedicated young woman ! Look forward to working with her again !"

Jeasmine T.

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Pangaea S.


Philadelphia, PA

$22-50/hr7 yrs exp

Well Rounded Student With Child, Pet And Home Care Experience, References And Clearances Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Pangaea and I am a local nanny and pre med student! I live in the Center City/South Philadelphia neighborhood. I've been a nanny for the last 7 years with lots of experience with newborn and toddlers! I love my job more than anything! I also give night nursing care, pet sitting and house sitting! I'm very...
Pangaea can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Interactive, kind, reliable, truly cares about the children she nannies for. Is also great at communicating during the day sending pictures and updates. Trustworthy and dependable! Will work with her again !"

Tina E.

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Melanie P.


Garnet Valley, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Part Time Caregiver/Driver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi. My name is Melanie. I live in Garnet Valley and I am a college-educated, semi-retired educator with years of experience caring and driving for children, teens, and adults. I enjoy working with people and providing individualized services for day-to-day living. I provide quality childcare, safe transportation, meal prep (can...
5.0
"Melanie is excellent with people who have special needs. She drove our son who has Down Syndrome and they developed a great relationship!"

Carolyn S.

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Katelynn G.


Springfield, PA

$58/hr10 yrs exp

Safety First, But Let's Definitely Have Lots Of Fun Too!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy fostering an interactive, healthy, structured (but not rigid), and safe environment while sharing my passion for curiosity! If you ask any of the kiddos I've had the pleasure of spending time with what my 'rules' are, they'll tell you: 1. safety first 2. have FUN!!!!! I've been a nanny, babysitter, pet/plant/house...
Katelynn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We love Miss Katelynn!! She was great with our 4yo for an afternoon and while we were gone for a long day trip! :) "

Stephanie H.

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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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Tara helped us this summer with our 2 girls and she was a delight. Always punctual, responsible and super attentive to our children. We knew when we left the house the kids were in good hands. We will definitely using her again. "

Meredith G.

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Judith J.


Media, PA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Thank you for your time and consideration now and in the future! ! I reside in Media and I work part time for an Agency in Exton I was interested in picking up more hours Special needs care available. I work in there Wisconsin school district of kettle moraine with the special-needs boy from 2nd to 11th grade and also had...
5.0
"Judy worked for many years as a special needs assistant for my son within the public school system. During that time, the two of them had a wonderful working relationship. I always felt that I could entrust my son's care to Judy. She has a bright and warm...

Jennifer R.

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Spense D.


Haverford, PA

$25-35/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

With a bachelors degree, I've supported young & older adults with physical, mental, & social health needs for 6+ years. From memory differences, to mobility support, and diverse care needs related to medical conditions. I have been certified in CPR, First Aid, medication management and administration, & have references...
Spense can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

4.0
"Spenser worked to support us by being with our children over a two month period. He is courteous, kind and a good listener to them. We are glad they had Spenser to be with."

Jay P.

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Karen V.


Drexel Hill, PA

$26/hr9 yrs exp

Professional Nanny/Preschool Teacher/Ass Director

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been involved in the early childhood development field for over 30 years, I majored in child development in college. I have worked with infants through grade school, I also was an assistant director at a preschool in Los Angeles for nine years I have taught infants through Elementary school, also experience teaching...
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Karen was my daughter's preschool teacher at Family Nurturing Center and became a dear friend of ours ever since. She absolutely adored Karen and they lovingly referred to each other as "sista." Karen always made her feel special and loved. She would take extra...

Deborah G.

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Judith J.


Media, PA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Home Care, Help With Medicines Doctors Appointments Etc. Love Working With The Elderly ( Companion )

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Multiple years experience with the elderly , dementia, special needs children and adults. I worked in the Wisconsin school district with special-needs students for 9 yrs working with special and regular ed students along w with volunteering and working in the health room as needed providing care for sick and injured students.,...
Judith can also help with: Home modification, errands, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Not only is Judy punctual and dependable, but she is also an all-around fantastic person to know, and one of the kindest, biggest-hearted people I've ever met. Judy was my one-on-one aid from 2nd to 10th grade. We created a priceless and unforgettable friendship...

Christian R.

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Andrea D.


Haverford, PA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Professional With Recent Senior Care Experience:

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

-25+ Years Childcare experience -Set of twins born prematurely with chronic respiratory condition; coordinated complex healthcare needs while maintaining lifestyle of older brother and successful business -Instilled a powerful relationship and appreciation of culture and art in my children -Maintained uniquely close relationship...
Andrea can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, home modification, dementia, live-in home care, respite care & more
5.0
"Andrea cared for my father for over a year, until -- at age 99 -- he required full-time nursing care. She was remarkable in that she took full responsibility for his care, from the moment she helped him out of bed in the morning until she got him back in bed at...

Amy B.

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Kimberly E.


Glen Mills, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Companion

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

More than 15 years senior care giving experience. Have a lot of experience with dementia, stroke patients and Parkinson's patients. I have years of experience with stroke victims, dementia, special needs adults. Was also a teachers assistant for Special Education students Kindergarten thru age 21). I have always been a...
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, meal prep, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Kim was a caregiver for mother for close to 2 years. She always exceeded expectations. As mom's condition worsened, Kim helped us all through the changes needed for her care. It was obvious to all that Kim didn't see my mom as just a patient, she loved her and...

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Melissa H.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-50/hr18 yrs exp

Caregiver/MA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a mother of 4 children.. 1 has special needs. I work as a ABA in Special education full time during the school year & I work part time as a home health aide. I have my Medical assistant diploma which wound care & vitals are taught. I started as a home health aid at the age of 21 yrs old. I'd describe my personality as...
Melissa can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more
5.0
"Melissa is a very compassionate caregiver who attends to patients every day needs. She was known as the best companion and friend to the patients she worked with. There will always be a place with my company for Melissa."

Theresa G.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Folsom, PA

Katelin P.

5.0

Katelin was able to watch my 2 year old son on very short notice and couldn't have been more upbeat about it. Not only was she willing to start babysitting at 4:15 a.m. she was 15 minutes early! She kept me updated on how my son was doing through out the day and when I got home everything was put...

- Jason O.

Janelle G.

5.0

Janelle was great! Helped my wife with our newborn daughter and 5 y/o son while I was out coaching. She did all the dishes, played with our son while my wife tended to our daughter and even put all my sons toys away that him and my wife played with. My 5 y/o immediately took to her as soon as she...

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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.

Christine W.

5.0

Christine is an absolutely fantastic care giver! We hired her to take care of our toddler 3 days a week and feel so lucky to have had her! She is patient, kind, creative, and just overall wonderful. Our daughter developed and grew leaps and bounds in the short time she worked with us. We always knew...

- Samantha D.

Taheem M.

5.0

He is very loving in caring is very helpful and loves to clean and cook and love kids and animals.

- Latoya M.

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