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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Harrisburg, PA

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Harrisburg, PA

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Dorothy A.


Harrisburg, PA

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Full Or Part-Time Caregiver Available

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I started caring for children as a teenager babysitting part-time after school and on weekends. Over the years, I have cared for children from newborn to school age and I am comfortable with children of all ages (0 - 12). I am 61 yrs. old and African American. I have my own transportation and live in Lower Paxton Township,...
Dorothy can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
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Stephanie B.


Harrisburg, PA

$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mature And Reliable

I am a mother of 4. I have years of experience with children. I worked in the school system for over 10 years and spent half of that working with Special needs children. I am patient, kind, and reliable.
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Sara H.


Harrisburg, PA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! I'm 29 years old with a Bachelors in psychology. Over the years I have been a nanny, tutor, counselor, teacher assistant, & lead teacher. I specialize in managing challenging behaviors, have experience with special needs/disabilities, and ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) Therapy. I love routine and make sure to...
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Theresa S.


Harrisburg, PA

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

With 30+ years experience as a pediatric LPN, I am fully experienced in caring for children, newborn through adolescence. I have experience with multiples and those with special needs, including adults or seniors.
Theresa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Lymarie V.


Harrisburg, PA

$20-35/hr • 20 yrs exp

Dedicated Childcare Provider: Partnering With Families For Growth And Happiness.

I am a caring, understanding, and responsible individual who loves working with children due to their energy and curiosity. My personal and professional experiences have provided me with the patience, empathy, and skills to support each child's development. I seek a workplace that values community and teamwork, with flexibility...
Lymarie can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Rachel H.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Babysitter

Since 12 years old, I have loved working with kids! I started out as a mother's helper in my neighborhood and then became a babysitter. I am currently studying speech-language pathology at Lebanon Valley College and I am from Harrisburg. I have experience with children of all ages, including children with special needs. I...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ursula M.


Harrisburg, PA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Housekeeper/House Manager

I graduated college with a bachelors in psychology with an interest in child development and neuropsychology. After working in the mental health field for a few years I wanted a change. Nannying gave me the chance to use my degree and experience while also having a better life/work balance. I first matched with a family on here...
Ursula can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Slindokuhle S.


Harrisburg, PA

$20-29/hr • 4 yrs exp

Unicorn Nanny

Nanny/Caregiver Private employed - New Jersey September 2022 to September 2023 Worked as a nanny from September 2022-September 2023. Looking after 2 kids (4 and 6 years at that time ) . My other host kid had autism and non-verbal. To highlight my qualities I had no prior experience dealing with special needs but I learned and...
Slindokuhle can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, personal care, specialized care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Carly B.


Camp Hill, PA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hi, I'm Carly! I'm a mature nanny with 15+ years of experience. I just moved back to the Harrisburg area and am seeking positions in nannying, tutoring, and pet sitting. I can offer very flexible scheduling! I am fully vaccinated, and love to sit for school-aged kids and toddlers, but I also have experience with younger infants...
5.0
"Amazing personality! Very reliable!"

Brittney P.

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Ruby D.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$20-21/hr • 3 yrs exp

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

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: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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Amy S.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$10-30/hr • 10 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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Mona M.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$18/hr • 10 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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Mona has watched my infant son for about a month. She has been very reliable, friendly, and wonderful to work with. Mona provides the type of mother-style in-home care we were looking for. I love how she will send me pictures or videos throughout my work day...

Alyssa J.

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Amy S.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$13-16/hr • 10 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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Sheree H.


Marysville, PA

$16/hr • 8 yrs exp

I became a stay at home mom after working for the state for 12 years. Now that my daughter is almost 13, I'm looking to care for other children to help financially support my family. I recently just ended a caregiving job for a special needs teenager because he moved into a special needs home. I was his caregiver after school...
Sheree can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Kara S.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$30/hr • 9 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: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Carolyn R.


Hummelstown, PA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Retired Teacher Available For Childcare

I taught in public and private schools for over 25 years, primarily working with preschool and elementary aged children. My recent work includes providing academic and social supports to individuals with special needs. I also have raised two children of my own. Helping children grow has always been my greatest passion!...
Carolyn can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Kristen C.


Enola, PA

$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Certified Special Ed Teacher Seeking Supplemental Income

I currently work full-time as a special education academic advisor at a cyber charter school. I am newly married and I am seeking occasional evening or weekend jobs as a small source of supplemental income to help pay off debt. I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with my B. S. in Developmental Psychology in 2015 and...
I have 4 years of experience working with children with special needs in a school setting I have 3 years of experience caring for patients in a hospital setting. I have 6 years of experience as a Navy Medic Reservist. I worked as a Nanny for three children. My fiancé has a 7-year-old and there is never a dull moment. I enjoy...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

I have two 7-year-old sisters and have many younger cousins that I spend my weekends with. I love to babysit and once I graduate high school I plan on going to college to major in early education. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Harrisburg, PA

Carly B.

5.0

Amazing personality! Very reliable!

- Brittney P.

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.

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.

- Care member

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.

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