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Sarah W.


Gettysburg, PA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Tutor/Physical Activity Specialist

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Throughout the past few years, I have had the opportunity to work with students and children with various disabilities in the aspect of education and physical activity. As a current special education teacher, I work with high school students with intellectual disabilities transitioning from school to work. Within this role, I...
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Giovanna K.


Gettysburg, PA

$22/hr6 yrs exp

Big Sister Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi parents! My name is Giovanna K. and I grew up in Londonderry, NH. I recently went off to my first semester of college in Gettysburg, PA and while there, my parents moved up north to Tuftonboro in order to be closer to the lake. I have been a babysitter since 7th grade and nannied full-time over the summer. My experience has...
Giovanna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Denise F.


Orrtanna, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Indiviual Available Full Time

5.0

(3)

I am looking for full work. I have worked with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities for 19 years. I have my. master's degree in ABA. I enjoy working with this population because I love to see smiles on their faces when they do things they didn't think they could do or they enjoy doing. I am CPR/First Aid...
5.0
"Denise has an excellent background in psychology which has been extremely helpful during her care of our Schizophrenic daughter. She took the initiative to help our daughter learn life skills such as shopping, cooking, and interaction with the public. She even...

Carol B.

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Randi D.


Fairfield, PA

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hello I'm a 46-year-old female . I'm a surgical technologist and have been in the medical field 25 years. I am also a mother to a special needs child. I enjoy hiking , anything outside , and reading . Although I have never officially been a nanny , my string medical background and the special needs of my own child make me very...
Randi can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Emily M.


Littlestown, PA

$12-16/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

I started babysitting at age 13 and I've loved it ever since. I've nannied for several families with multiple kids of various ages. Names and phone numbers can be provided as references from previous families. I have extensive First aid and CPR training from the Howard County Police department. I have an early childcare...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kelli G.


Littlestown, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Career Preschool Teacher Of 20+ Years Looking For Full Time Job

I have over 20 years of experience as a early education and preschool teacher and love children. In addition, I have been a nanny for years to children from birth through early elementary age. I have worked with three different families since becoming a nanny seven years ago. I have a Bachelors of Arts degree in Liberal Arts...
Kelli can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Abigail W.


Littlestown, PA

$18-45/hr10 yrs exp

I have 11 years of experience. I currently work at a local school district as a Personal care assistant for a special needs student who I adore. I love kids and always love to have fun & take them places to let them enjoy their time as kids!!
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Ashley D.


New Oxford, PA

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver

Dedicated and compassionate advocate with 19 years of experience caring for my special needs son. Skilled in: - Coordinating complex medical care and therapy schedules - Developing and implementing individualized care plans - Providing emotional support and advocacy in various settings (home, school, medical) - Navigating...
I have worked in many different fields. I have babysat children since I was 10. I have worked with special needs throughout my high school career which included the best buddies program and volunteering with the special olympics. This led to me working with Trellis and the Carroll County public schools systems assisting...
Brittnie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Brittnie B.


Littlestown, PA

$15-30/hr

Great, Reliable, & Energetic Nanny/Babysitter Available Full Time Willing To Work With You!

For three years I helped with the Best Buddies Program and helped with the Special Olympics! It's the greatest feeling in the world knowing that you're helping and befriending them. Especially when you're the one helping to put that big smile on their face!
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Kimberley K.


Fairfield, PA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Evening/Weekend

Volunteering and caring for special needs children has given me experience and joy. Throughout the years I have helped my friend's take care of their special needs children as well giving them much needed breaks and sanity. I have found the most important gift you need is lots of love and patience.
I have many years of experience working with and taking care of children. I have 8 nieces and nephews ranging from ages 1-13 years and have been helping take care of them their whole lives. I went to Mount St. Mary's University for Elementary Education for 3 years which included internships each year working with children in the...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Alyson T.


Hanover, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am available for occasional care only. I have a 2-year-old son. I am working towards my Bachelor's degree in Psychology. I have my 45 Hour Infant/Toddler Certification, 90 Hour Preschool Certification, and Water Safety Certification. I am trained in CPR/First Aid, but I need to renew my card. I have experience caring...
Alyson can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alyson is great! My kids love her and always are excited when she comes to look after them :) She's always on time and keeps us up to date while we are out! She's very nice and I'm SO glad we found her!"

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Brianne H.


Taneytown, MD

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Brianne. I am 31 years old and a mother to one. I am a college graduate with a degree in social work. I have previously nannied for 10 years total for 4 families. I have experience with twins, infants, special needs and multiple children under 5. I am seeking a family who is open to my child coming with me. I...
Brianne can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Brianne was an amazing full-time nanny for our 5-month old! He got the biggest smile on his face every day when she walked in the door. It was so great as a parent hearing his laughter and knowing he was happy and engaged all day. We would definitely hire her...

Michelle M.

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Roberta M.


Hanover, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

RN Nurse-

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children having trachs and being on ventillators. I do CPAP and other monitors work. I have worked with children with all kinds of disease processes. I love working with children and young adults and their families and being able to help families keep their loved ones at home with them.
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Lisa L.


Hanover, PA

$13-24/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver

Hi... I'm an accomplished caregiver & nanny... my skills are versatile as I care for infants, children, teens & seniors. I have personal first hand knowledge caring for loved ones with a variety of maladies (physical & mental) and special needs. I'm caring & patient, always doing my best to ensure that I'm addressing the...
5.0
"Lisa is an exceptional caregiver. Not only does she like to keep things clean, she finds activities and projects to do with the senior. Most recently I know she took a long since retired carpenter and helped them build a bird house. She's always coming up with...

Tanya W.

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Maddie J.


Taneytown, MD

$25-28/hr4 yrs exp

I have worked with an agency for about 5 years now that serves individuals with special needs. I have worked in a residential setting and at a day program. Job duties included personal hygiene, meal prep, medication administration and community based activities.
Maddie can also help with: Errands, dementia, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
I am a mother of two. I work with elderly special needs and have had a lot of experience working with young children. I am CMT and CPR FA/AED certified.
Maddie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I have experience as a foster/adoptive of several children with ADHD and ASD as well as childhood trauma.
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Ashleigh K.


Union Bridge, MD

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

Cna/gna

Hi, my name is Ashleigh I'm 39 and I have been a nursing assistant for 22 years. I'm I needed a change from the nursing home setting and I have two kids of my own. 13 and 16. I love helping ones that can't help themselves and needing some extra TLC. I also have a lot of house cleaning background skills and do a thorough job and...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gettysburg, PA

Denise F.

5.0

Denise has an excellent background in psychology which has been extremely helpful during her care of our Schizophrenic daughter. She took the initiative to help our daughter learn life skills such as shopping, cooking, and interaction with the public. She even helps our daughter learn these skills...

- Carol B.

Alyson T.

5.0

Alyson is great! She watches my two twin 17 month old boys on occasion with her 15 month old son! She’s ver aware of everyone’s needs and safety. She also treats my boys just like her own. I’m thankful!

- Care member

Brianne H.

5.0

Brianne was very attentive to my girls. My youngest adored her. She was always on time and informed me of anything important that happened. She helped my daughter learn and engage in learning activities. She went above and beyond for our household.

- Maryah S.

Lisa L.

5.0

Lisa is an exceptional caregiver. Not only does she like to keep things clean, she finds activities and projects to do with the senior. Most recently I know she took a long since retired carpenter and helped them build a bird house. She's always coming up with creative things to do with them. She...

- Tanya W.

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