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Special needs caregivers in Jenkintown, PA
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: Live-in home care, respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I’ve worked with Jen for a few years on nightshift. she is very dedicated and reliable. "
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
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 8 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: Carpooling, craft assistance
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
(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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Pam is a true nurturer. She has been watching our son for the past 2 months, and in that time, she has earned a permanent place in our hearts. We love her like family. She is thoughtful, patient, reliable, kind, punctual (always early) and incredibly...
Elizabeth S.
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 4 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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Ashlyn was punctual, knowledgeable, and took the time to learn our family; which enabled her to provide superb care! We hope to continue to work with Ashlyn in the future!"
Jennifer S.
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
"Steve is a loving, gentle compassionate man. He has a playful personality and cares deeply for those around him. He is a spiritually oriented person with a big heart. He is gifted with a healing touch which can be felt in a hug or a handshake or in his...
Peggy R.
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
"Yuan is a kind, friendly, experienced educator. She excels at catering her teaching to the individual needs of the student. Yuan taught my son for 2 years in a home school setting. She is amazing! She is very knowledgeable about different teaching methods and...
Cathy H.
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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.
Chosa W.
Elkins Park, PA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a Certified Nursing assistant with 10 years experience and a graduate from Community College of Philadelphia, majored in Behavioral Health and human services. Am a compassionate and very dedicated person with empathy and caring.
Through my job as a CNA, I have helped different families in taking care of their loved ones by...
Pamela T.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certify Nurses Assistant, Home Health Aid, & Direct Support Professional
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Having over 20 years of experience in the nursing community has been rewarding to me. I gain my experiences in long term care facilities, hospitals, medical clinics and home health care which enabled me to develop nurses skills and techniques.
My background experience is Surgery recovery, Fall risk, Alzheimer, Dementia, Cancer,...
5.0
"She is a very caring person and has a lot of patience. She takes a lot of pride in what she does. You can count on her!"
Anna S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a 33-year-old female experienced caregiver seeking employment as a independent contractor or with a company. I have 10+ years experience in providing care for both Children and Older Adults in the home setting. I am a CPR Certified CNA skilled in assisting with daily activities of living including:
-Bathing
-Feeding (By...
Sharonda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sharonda is passionate, caring, and very reliable. She has been apart of my families journey for about ten years now. She has helped me with getting them back and forth to school, prepared dinners, attended and assisted with family vacations and so much more....
Roxanne L.
5.0
(12)
Hello, I welcome you to message me after you have read my profile and after all parties have agreed to hire a caretaker.
Hello! I am a former Special Education Teacher with experience in a multiple disability classroom for children ages 5 through 18. I also have 5 Years Experience with Senior Citizens who need companionship,...
5.0
"Cathy is not only dependable, but also has high moral standards and integrity."
Peter D.
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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.
Kelly R.
5.0
I never had to worry about my son with Kelly! She treated him as if he was her own.
- Katie O.
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