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Susan H.
Jenkintown, PA
$14-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I was a direct support professional for two years and a manager of the group home I worked at for at least a year and a half out of the two years. I took care of individuals with intellectual disability . I worked for an agency so I had all the necessary training on behaviors and how to take care the best way! I had a lot of fun...
Jennifer L.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and have worked for two and a half years in home health care with a variety of seniors ranging from multiple different special needs I have also worked three years in a long term nursing home for seniors with dementia/Alzheimer. I spent one and a half year in a residential care home for adults...
Jennifer can also help with: Respite care, personal care, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Jennifer was great with my mom. She not only cared for her, she treated her like she was still important"
Care member
5.0
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Tatianna. I am a social worker working with children, teens, and their families. I was a nanny full time for six years and I'm available for part time work. I love children and use a child based approach that involves fun and silly activities. I am super sweet but firm with kiddos!
I love traveling and helping...
Tatianna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My son loved her! She helped with school work, played laser tag, played board games and kept my very, very busy boy occupied! She was kind, sent me updates and was on time. I strongly recommend her!"
Jennifer S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a 31-year-old wife and mom. Not only do I have experience with special needs children and IEP's as a professional, but as a mom as well. My daughter was diagnosed autistic at a year and a half. My husband and I have used some sign language.
I am always learning new things in the field of education and child...
Brandi can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Brandi was a full time nanny for our infant daughter from about 13 weeks to almost 5 months old. She was wonderful! She was joyful, with lots of songs and funny sounds and creative play. She worked with my daughter on physical milestones like tummy time and...
Mckenzie C.
5.0
(1)
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:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
If you are looking for a caregiver full-time, part-time, temporary or occasionally, I am very qualified in the position for I've been working in the child care field for 20+ plus years. I worked for a school for the deaf where I held the position as Behavioral Specialist for special needs children for 10 years before I become a...
5.0
"I have used Nikesha for years taking care of my daughter and always recommend her to many of my friends who have children.
She has always kept communication log when she watched my daughter and always kept me up to date with everything going on under her...
Amy C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a social worker for over 25 years with children in a variety of settings. In the past few years I have worked as a substitute teacher in the school district of Phila as well as with individual children with special needs.
Karen can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
(1)
I have over 19+ years providing care for children ages 0 through 12 years old and I am a parent to 2 wonderful grown children 25 and 31years old. I started my child care career taking care of children in my home but now provide nanny services in the parents homes and offer Night nanny services . I am certified as a Newborn Care...
Kelly can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I never had to worry about my son with Kelly! She treated him as if he was her own. "
Katie O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My background was in telecommunications for 20 plus years. I'm currently looking for a career change that will provide stability and care for others.
I was a nanny for a family of 6 children one with special needs for 2 years. I am a mother of two aged 27 and 37 and 2 grandchildren. I am willing to go through any background...
Pamela can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Pam was AWESOME!!! She took great care of my two boys, while I was at work. She was very friendly, and the kids warmed up to her very quickly. I highly recommend Pam!!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
When I became a nanny in college I never knew it would change my life the way it has. Working with children is not only my career choice but it's my passion. From being an after school turor, to caring for children with special needs, I have succeeded in teaching as well as learning from children in a way I didn't know was...
Medina can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Medina is a wonderful caregiver. She is very dependable. Always punctual. We trust her implicitly with our daughter. We should also mention that our daughter loves Medina which says so much."
Sarah B.
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Tatianna. I just got married; I've been working with special needs children since I was 14 at special needs daycares, as a babysitter and a nanny. I have a lot of skills specifically with autistic children as a result of my brothers diagnosis. I am in school currently, online, to be a special needs pediatric...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ashlyn, and I am an experienced and compassionate caregiver with a passion for working with children of all abilities. I have several years of experience providing care for children with special needs, including those with autism, ADHD, and other developmental disorders. I am dedicated to creating a safe,...
Ashlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Ashlyn has been a wonderful babysitter for our 11 month old. Our son loves spending time with her and she is always dependable and professional."
Virginia H.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello I have worked with the elderly who have dementia. I am happy to do meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping, and errands.
5.0
"Dora did a 1 month overnight care role for my elderly mother three times a week. She was lovely to interact with, kind, compassionate, communicative, punctual, and patient with my mom who could become very anxious at night.
Dora played my moms fav game, Rumikub...
Marilyn B.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've had the opportunity to work part-time with a gentleman with a form of progressive MS for the past 10 years. My goal is to enhance his quality of life by assisting him with everyday activities and promoting his physical well being. Daily activities include: Providing physical therapy exercises for strength and range of...
5.0
"He has a heart of gold and wants to give his entire self to the one he is caring for."
Julie G.
5.0
(2)
I am an energetic, patient, reliable, and fun certified Special Education teacher with over 16 years of experience of working with students with a wide range of disabilities.
In my teaching career I have worked with elementary, middle, and high school students. My students have various needs ranging from Autism, learning...
5.0
"I have had the pleasure of working with Yuan for the last four years. I've seen first hand how much she loves working with children of all abilities. She works hard to get to know each and every student personally and create lessons that are not only tailored to...
Michelle R.
5.0
(1)
If you are looking for a positive, dedicated and enthusiastic helper who knows how to work with kids with special needs, I am the right person. I have experience in child development and child psychology. I am very responsible and patient. Mom of two kids with clear background check and driving record. Child abuse clearance also...
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a patient, caring, organized, hard-working and creative nanny looking for work! I have been working in Higher Education for the past 3 years, but plan on leaving to pursue my Master's Degree in School and Mental Health Counseling. This program will take place primarily on nights and weekends, but I will be available...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a childcare provider (infants through teens/young adults) experienced with various special needs. I've worked with children with autism both in school and home settings. I have experience as an instructional assistant (four years) in ABA/autistic classrooms and as a behavior therapist. I work with kids/students on life,...
5.0
"Kristen is extremely kind, professional and has an amazing sense of work ethic. She also doesn't get rattled easily, which was a huge plus point when working with my special needs son."
Hema G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am 27 and a patient, compassionate nanny with 7+ years of experience caring for children ages 6 months to 12 years. I currently work as a behavioral specialist at an elementary school and have 5 years of experience being a Behavioral Health Technician for kids with behavioral problems and disabilities. I treat all children...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melissa took care of my daughter from 5 months old. She is kind, caring and timely! Highly recommend."
Christina F.
Matthew R.
Philadelphia, PA
$25-40/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I have experience working with the elderly in home since living in Santa Cruz, California. I moved to Philadelphia and have enjoyed very much my experience working for some great families. My references will show that I have developed outstanding relationships with my employers and have proved that I can relate well and adapt to...
5.0
"Matthew is kind and inquisitive with the people he serves and his coworkers as well. His clients/students miss him very much!"
MARJORIE L.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Jenkintown, PA
Jennifer L.
5.0
I’ve worked with Jen for a few years on nightshift. she is very dedicated and reliable.
- Care member
Tatianna R.
5.0
My son loved her! She helped with school work, played laser tag, played board games and kept my very, very busy boy occupied! She was kind, sent me updates and was on time. I strongly recommend her!
- Jennifer S.
Brandi R.
5.0
Brandi arrived early, connected very quickly with our 1.5 year old daughter, provided great care and kept her thoroughly engaged. Our daughter enjoyed it so much she didn't want Brandi to leave. Highly recommend!
- Melanie D.
Naleena D.
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 always clean up after play so...
- Noemi A.
Nikesha C.
5.0
Nikesha watched my three young children for over two years. We even moved and still drove well out of our way so that the kids could still be watched by Nikesha. She always planned activities and was so kind with my kids. My kids still talk about her and text her sometimes. She always responds. She...
- Faith H.
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