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Special needs caregivers in Gladwyne, PA

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Katelynn G.


Springfield, PA

$58/hr10 yrs exp

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

5.0

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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Katelynn was fantastic with our 2-year-old when we needed care for a few full days! "

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Margaret R.


King of Prussia, PA

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Child And Special Needs Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children and special needs for over 4 years; my oldest brother has down syndrome, autism, and experienced seizures as a baby that left him nonverbal and severely mentally delayed. After helping my parents with my brother, I moved on to working with families with special needs in their homes. My experience is...
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We were in town for medical appointments at CHOP and I reached out to Margaret to watch my daughter so I could have some me time in the city. She was excellent with my daughter and gave her Gtube meds. Very professional highly recommend her!!"

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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Jaquela S.


Elkins Park, PA

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Jaquela. I've worked with special needs kids for about 3 years in an in home capacity as well as a school environment. I really enjoy working with special needs kids and everything that it has to offer. I'd love to answer any questions that your family may have. Please feel free to message me.
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Kaitlin Y.


Glenside, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of children for over 10 years. I have worked in a daycare, been a nanny, babysitter, Mother's helper, and live in nanny for newborns-preteen age and children with special needs. I am currently working full time at a non-profit for kids and volunteer with kids during the school year. I am comfortable...
Kaitlin can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Kaitlin is wonderful!! She was our children's nanny, ages 7 and 9 and they loved her!! She went above and beyond her responsibilities and would be an asset to any family. AAAA+++++"

Jeanne E.

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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Janelle was great with our toddler! He wanted to show her every toy in the house and play on the floor and she was on it as soon as she stepped foot in our living room. He was looking for her the next day, which is a big win in my book. I highly recommend Janelle!"

Kirtley K.

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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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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Laura L.


Wayne, PA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

M.A. Level Art Therapist Can Work With Special Needs Children

I like to encourage children with special needs so they don't get discouraged. I seek to treat them compassionately and without condescension. I can help them through art and other creative play.
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Grace G.


Norristown, PA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Elderly And Child Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Compassionate, reliable, patient and professional caregiver seeking a position in childcare or elderly care with over 20years experience in caring for children, 8 of which were with children with special needs, I am here to make parenting easier. Passionate about play, legos, and dolls are my thing... playing cars-my favorite,...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"I don't even know where to start with Grace. Such a loving lady! I am a special need mom and Grace is a blessing to my family. Grace is very cautious with her care. She knows how to engage kids and even assisted with homework. My kids love her She is always here...

Serwa B.

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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: Companionship, meal prep, errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & 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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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Tumi did a good job caring for our 2yo and 8mo daughters!"

Rebekah N.

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Katherine R.


Havertown, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As far back as I can remember, I have had a heart for elderly and impaired people. Good thing because, I have had the privilege of being the sole parent, advocate and caregiver for my son who has Asperger's. He is now 27 years old, and he is doing well. Currently, I am working part-time as a caregiver for an adult woman who has...
5.0
"Katherine is a truly compassionate and caring person. She helps me look after my developmentally disabled sister, and has always gone above and beyond just the 'responsibilities' of the job, in order to develop and maintain a real relationship with her. She is the...

Karen R.

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Jae L.


Philadelphia, PA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving And Responsible Caregiver

Hired by 46 families in your neighborhood

So you're doing one of the hardest things of your life right now! Passing your most precious prizes off to a stranger to support your family and lifestyle is tuff. I understand. That's why I'm here to save the day! For over 10 years I've cared for children from newborns to teenagers, with and without special needs. I assist...
Jae can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Turquoise was great! My event ran over and she was very patient and stayed over. Will definitely hire her again!"

Nicoli S.

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Naleena D.


Ambler, PA

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Creative And Fun Tutor, Homeschooler, Nanny

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Naleena and I have worked as a substitute teacher, special needs aide and nanny with over 10+ years of experience with children of all ages. I have two wonderful children who have excelled academically with full college scholarships but most importantly are kind and productive individuals. I have a Bachelor's...
Naleena can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Naleena cared for my son from when he was 6 to 8 months old. She exceeded all expectations, she has been wonderful for many reasons. She brings a lot of positive energy and my son could feel that and liked that. She played with him in an organized fashion and they...

Noemi A.

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Andrea D.


Haverford, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Coordinated diversified care for premature twins, familiar with pediatric health management, PT, OT, ST, IEP, 504, and able to take care of sick children. Raised my children to have a belief in wellness including daily exercise, the importance of play and creativity, reading, eating nutritiously, and being emotionally aware and...
5.0
"Andrea cared for my 83 year old dad after my mother was unable to care for him. Dad had dementia and a prosthetic for his voice box, as a result of Throat cancer. Andrea was patient, kind, skilled and connected with dad by relating to his interests. My dad passed...

Ayanna H.

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Kyle S.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been working with elementary aged students with behavioral problems in and out of the school setting for 6 years. I enjoy playing drums and a little guitar in my spare time and sometimes like to incorporate them into my work with kids. I have some experience working with kids on the spectrum. I work full-time in a school...
5.0
"Kyle is very professional and reliable. I have three sons, one of whom is autistic and each with some behavioral challenges at times. They really enjoy having Kyle stay with them and seem to be on their best behavior those days."

James F.

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Sadla G.


Norristown, PA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time/full-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Sadla, I am 37 years old, and I live in East Norriton . I'm looking for a part-time position (mornings). I have a lot of previous experience with infants, toddlers, and school-aged children. I also have a focused experience of working with special needs children. I worked for 6 years for the same family as a nanny....
Sadla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sadla is literally everything any family could ever want in a caregiver for their children. She is loving, trustworthy, a good driver, energetic, creative, patient, and kind. She provided care for our three children, including our oldest son, who has very...

Julie G.

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Doris A.


King of Prussia, PA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Most Loving Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Doris is a sincere, sweet and lovely lady with 10 years' experience. Doris is honored and rewarded to be of service to children, special needs cases and the elderly. Doris is patient and understanding with all special needs clients requiring many different levels of care. Your loved ones will be treated with love and compassion....
Doris can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Doris is an excellent care giver. She is kind and compassionate and always had K's best interests at heart . She treated K like a daughter and would go above and beyond to make sure she was receiving exceptional care. In times of need Doris was there and would...

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Angelica K.


Darby, PA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant: Available Weekends Only: Every Sat & Every Other Sun

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Currently working with Autistic teenager with tuberous sclerosis have been his aide for 3 yrs and am seeking weekend work on my days off
5.0
"She is awesome and such a caring person!!! I am so grateful to have her. She is a gem"

Karen G.

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Katelin P.


Havertown, PA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

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

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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & 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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gladwyne, PA

Katelynn G.

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.

Margaret R.

5.0

We were in town for medical appointments at CHOP and I reached out to Margaret to watch my daughter so I could have some me time in the city. She was excellent with my daughter and gave her Gtube meds. Very professional highly recommend her!!

- Care member

Karen V.

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 time when she couldn't sleep to pet...

- Deborah G.

Kaitlin Y.

5.0

Couldn’t have asked for a better babysitter! We were visiting for a wedding and Kaitlin was wonderful with our 1 and 3 year old. She also got them both to sleep in our hotel room. Would definitely hire again!

- Rebecca S.

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...

- Care member

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