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Caroline L.


Lancaster, PA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a Registered Nurse with a BSN degree with past experience in direct patient care in skilled nursing and rehabilitation environments and Hospice care. I also have experience in patients with dementia and have worked as a RN Supervisor in long term care. Currently, I am looking to use my experience and compassion to help...
5.0
"I am a 49 year-old woman with progressive multiple sclerosis for the past 21 years. I am wheelchair-bound and need assistance with many daily activities. Carri has helped me on and off for the past 10 months or so and has been just wonderful! Her primary tasks...

Kari W.

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Lauren K.


Willow Street, PA

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Lauren. I'm 18. I have worked at Aaron's acres summer camp, Schreiber pediatric summer camp, and other activities at Schreiber. I am willing to help however I can, run errands, cook, and do housework. I will be starting online classes in the fall. I hope to be a youth counselor. Willing to do recurring or one time work....
5.0
"Lauren was on time and very good with my boys! I will definitely have her babysit again!"

Whitney T.

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Lydia F.


Lititz, PA

$12-17/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm an enthusiastic, committed, young woman who has experience with in home child care ages newborn to teens including special needs (Autism and Asperger's). I have a Bachelors in Psychology and am completing my Masters in Counseling. I am currently working with children as a social worker for a local foster care agency. I love...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Lydia was phenomenal! Our 3 kids (6, 3, and 16mon) easily warmed to her sweet and engaging personality. She was punctual, asked all the right questions, and wanted everything done to my liking. The kids have already asked when she is coming back! We'll definitely...

Jaime L.

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Alisha M.


Ephrata, PA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Reliable Caregiver

I worked on a dementia unit for 4 years, in a home for adults with special needs, and a personal care home.
Alisha can also help with: Personal care, dementia, home modification, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Kimberly W.


Thorndale, PA

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny Available

Hello, My name is Kimberly and I have a great deal of experience working with children. I have attended college as an Early and Special Education student with a minor in Spanish. While attending college, I tutored elementary through high school students and student taught kindergarten through second grade. My work experience...
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Nakai M.


Kennett Square, PA

$43/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Available,

I am an experienced babysitter with over 10 years in childcare, committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages. My background includes caregiving in a hospital, where I developed strong communication and crisis management skills, and I hold a BLS/CPR certification for emergency...
Nakai can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I currently work as a companion/care taker for an 82-year-old woman with Alzheimer's. In a few weeks she will transition into an assisted living facility. I have been working with ME for over three years. My duties included taking her to doctor's appointments, light cleaning around her house, taking her to dinner, family...
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Morgan B.


Lititz, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education And English Teacher

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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jesse C.


Lancaster, PA

$22-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Direct Support Professional / Caregiver

I have over 5 years of combined experience working in different health care settings including live-in private care, groups homes, and caregiving agencies. I am a certified CNA and have had many ongoing hours of training in the field. I have worked as a personal caregiver for individuals with Alzheimer's, stroke, cognitive, and...
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Gracious M.


Lancaster, PA

$23/hr5 yrs exp

Empathetic & Loving Caretaker!

I have 5+ years of experience professionally! I am also an oldest daughter in a family of 10 and have plenty of experience with care there. I have a background working with special needs--particularly children with downs. I graduated from Southern Virginia University with a degree in Theatre and a concentration in Vocal Studies...
Gracious can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I am a mother of 4 grown children and a grandmother of a 2 and a half year old grandson. I have 17 years of experience working as a PCA/TSS working with children with special needs in the public school system. I am CPR certified and because I work in a Middle School right now as an Instructional Aide, I have all my background...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Joanne G.


Willow Street, PA

$15-35/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have been substitute teaching for the IU13 for 3 years, mostly in grades K-6. I also substitute teach at elementary schools, with a preference for emotional support classrooms. Previously, I taught overseas, in classes ranging from elementary to university.
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Raya B.


Leola, PA

$14-25/hr6 yrs exp

Reliable Sitter

I have grown up raising my six younger siblings and doing chores and shopping for my parents. I can help with school work, cleaning, arts and crafts and whatever else is needed. I have my license and a car with insurance. I have been certified in lifeguarding, AED, CPR, first aid, and Heimlich maneuver but this does need...
Raya can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sarah W.


Downingtown, PA

$16-18/hr3 yrs exp

I Bring Smiles Wherever I Go!

Hello! My name is Sarah I am a mom to two beautiful kids, I am experienced in child care and special needs care. I am looking to find a family that needs someone for a date night, or even needs help running errands! Please reach out with any questions I am happy to answer them :)
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Eileen G.


West Grove, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Soecial Needs Care

I 've been a caretaker almost my entire life, both professionally and personally. I have extensive experience working with seniors who are chronicly sick, advanced Alzheimers and dementia. I have worked at an assisted living facility for years. I'm med certified and have CPR and First Aid training. I took care of my in laws and...
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Morgan B.


Lititz, PA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Emergency Certified Special Education Teacher (Pre-K-12)

I have been emergency certified as a special education teacher for the last five school years. I teach emotional support grades 7-12 and have specialized experience working with students that require behavior and emotional support. I taught ESY (extended school year) as an Autistic Support teacher and have worked as a group...
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Kelly M.


Exton, PA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Teacher Looking For Babysitting Job

Hi I'm Kelly! I have years of experience babysitting children of all ages. I am a second year special education teacher. I am looking for a recurring job for the summer. I have experience with children of all ages and am very comfortable working with children with special needs! I can help with light housekeeping and running...
Kelly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Christine M.


Strasburg, PA

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Care-giver

I have been in the medical field since I was in my early teens. I have worked in nursing homes, but the majority of care has been in home settings. I have cared for cancer, MS, CP, mentally disabled, paraplegic, quadriplegic, as well as patients recovering from surgery. I am passionate person that loves to help people live,...
Hello! My name is Serena and I am from Chester Springs, PA. I am extremely passionate about health care and currently on the road to becoming a physician. I have had a special place in my heart for caregiving ever since my very first job, at Sunrise Senior Living where I worked on the dementia unit. There, I learned what would...
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Marlana F.


Kennett Square, PA

$19-20/hr10 yrs exp

Engaging Energetic Childcare Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a seasoned childcare provider with over 40 years of experience in early childhood and special needs education. I am passionate about providing young children with a nurturing and engaging environment. My time-tested approach to childcare includes positive reinforcement, creative indoor and outdoor play, music, storytelling,...
Marlana can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gap, PA

Caroline L.

5.0

I am a 49 year-old woman with progressive multiple sclerosis for the past 21 years. I am wheelchair-bound and need assistance with many daily activities. Carri has helped me on and off for the past 10 months or so and has been just wonderful! Her primary tasks include assistance with transfers using...

- Kari W.

Lauren K.

5.0

Lauren was on time and very good with my boys! I will definitely have her babysit again!

- Whitney T.

Lydia F.

5.0

Lydia was phenomenal! Our 3 kids (6, 3, and 16mon) easily warmed to her sweet and engaging personality. She was punctual, asked all the right questions, and wanted everything done to my liking. The kids have already asked when she is coming back! We'll definitely have her back In the future!

- Jaime L.

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