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Kristia S.


Jessup, PA

$16-20/hr

Direct Care Worker

I have served as a Direct Care Worker for children and adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities for the past 16 years through St. Joseph's Center, Keystone Community Resources, and most currently Maximum Healthcare. It is one of my passions. My mother was a charger nurse at St Joes when I was young and it is...
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Dian M.


Scranton, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I have 25 years of experience. I can help with Home Care as well as personal care. My experience consist of children with special needs, residential counselor, home health aide, companion care for seniors. Experienced with Alzheimer's, Dimentia and hospice care. I'm very reliable. Look forward to assisting with your loved one's...
Dian can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I am a 43 year old paraplegic male, and I worked with Dian for several years and she is very compassionate and caring, she is a very hard worker and goes above and beyond in every aspect. It was a joy knowing that she was part of my care team. "

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Kate B.


Scranton, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Asst

Hello I've been in the health care field for 15+ years . Home health care, nursing home, hospitals, after school programs for children & adults with intellectual disabilities, if you need my assistance feel free to contact me Thank-you, Kate.
5.0
"Kate is a very compassionate person, especially with the elderly and the mentally/physically disadvantaged. She is extremely authentic with a huge heart and a calming demeanor. I recommend her highly."

Karl K.

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Melanie W.


Moscow, PA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Part-Time/Full-Time

Hello, my name is Melanie! I am a motivated full time Mom to a special needs little girl. I am looking to work full time. I love playing with play doh, puzzles, coloring, making forts, baking, doing arts/crafts, and going for walks. I love playing with my daughter, traveling, and spending time with loved ones. I can help with...
Melanie can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Melanie W. is reliable, organized and smart, and enjoys children. She has successfully worked as a child care provider in the past."

Kate H.

I have worked at a day care for 4 years dealing with children from ages 3-12. I also have worked with a group of children with special needs for several years. I love children and am looking for a part-time babysitting job on days I'm not working as a nurse !
Carlie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hello! My name is Hanna and I am a dedicated and experienced caregiver with a passion for working with children of all ages. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old and have had the opportunity to care for infants all the way up to teenagers. I also have experience working with special needs children, providing them...
Hanna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kelina W.


Archbald, PA

$17-25/hr8 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Kelina. I'm 18, I have over 8 years of experience with children ages newborn-12, and I have a 6-year-old special needs brother who I've helped care for and babysat for since he was born. I have experience preparing both formula and breast milk bottles, as well as cooking. I can also do housework. I'm located in...
Kelina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have two adult children, ages 27 and 19. My professional experience includes jobs involving helping young adults. I have worked as a tutor, educator, social worker and day care. I have experience caring for young children, ages 3 to 13, in my home as a babysitter. I worked with Babysitter co-worker in childcare facility. I'm...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Daphne A.


Scranton, PA

$15-50/hr6 yrs exp

Aid

I am in aid. I think Center part time I have been there for about seven years. Taking care of elderly people with special needs.
Daphne can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
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Sara Y.


Scranton, PA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have been a care giver for almost 20 years providing care for several wonderful families through the years. I have experience with all ages(infant to senior), multiples, special needs,& more. I have stayed in this job position because it has always brought me such joy helping others. Please feel free to ask any questions you...
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Sabina S.


Scranton, PA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Sabina I am 21 years old and a senior in college majoring in early/ primary education. I very much enjoy working with kids, and in the past few years I have worked one-on-one with children with special needs and I have also worked at a children's day camp during my summers. I am also currently student teaching...
Sabina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Ann S.


Scranton, PA

$20-45/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Education Teacher Looking To Provide Part-time Care

I have been working with children with special needs for about 12 years. I started working at a summer camp for kids with disabilities through the ARC of NEPA in college and fell in love. I have been employed by FCPS as a special education teacher for 8 years and am currently the special education department chair at an...
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Kimberly B.


Clarks Summit, PA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

Hi, my name is Kim and I have been a nanny for about 4 years, but I have also been a babysitter since I was 12 years old. While being a live in nanny for three children, 4, 8, and 12 I learned so much about being a patient and caring person. Before being a nanny for those wonderful children, I babysat for years, children of all...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Desiree R.


Scranton, PA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And TLC

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Greetings all! I'm excited to offer childcare after hours 5 days a week and full days on weekends. I have over 10 years experience in early childcare and supervised at the YMCA for one year! I also teach Special Needs during weekdays and CPR/First Aud Certified! How may I serve your needs and your little ones?
Desiree can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Olivia K.


Taylor, PA

$36/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Olivia and I am a 24-year-old behavioral health technician who loves my job! I have always seen my old babysitters as role models when I was younger and since then I have always wanted to be just that to other children I would have the pleasure to work with! I am CPR certified and have basic first aid training and...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hi I'm Norah! I'm 20 and Have been working with kids/child care since I am about 14. As I got older I also began working with special needs children as well. I love spending time with kids and getting to know them and being a person they can trust and also have fun with. I am willing to help with school pickup, homework help,...
Norahbelle can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kris S.


Olyphant, PA

$25-50/hr11 yrs exp

Compassionate, Energetic Caregiver With Special Education And Social Work Experience!

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, energetic, and creative. I am a foster parent! I enjoy working with kids because I was fortunate to have meaningful adult role models in my life as a child, and I hope to be a positive role model for other kids as well! My goal is to fit in with the family dynamics, making the...
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Megan S.


Scranton, PA

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Previous Special needs caretaker with experience of 4 years as Lead DSP/caretaker. I have worked with multiple disabilities and created/implemented individual care plans for each individual. I have experience individually and in group home settings. I am also interested in other opportunities. If you are willing to teach I'm...
I have a great deal of experience working with individuals who have special needs. I'm certified in first aid and CPR, which is essential for providing care to those with disabilities. Additionally, I've worked at school for the past three years, where I provided assistance with daily activities such as meal preparation,...
15 years experience. Reliable. Non-smoker. Very flexible. Professional references. Medication certified. CPR/first aid certified. Dementia/Alzheimer care experience. Autism/Intellectually disabled care experience. Own transportation.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Jessup, PA

Dian M.

5.0

Our family could not be happier with Dian. She is outstanding going above & beyond the care for our Mom. Kind - efficient - lovely - warm & caring. Very pleased & thankful for the excellent care that Dian had given our Mom!!

- Valerie C.

Kate B.

5.0

Kate is a very compassionate person, especially with the elderly and the mentally/physically disadvantaged. She is extremely authentic with a huge heart and a calming demeanor. I recommend her highly.

- Karl K.

Melanie W.

5.0

Melanie W. is reliable, organized and smart, and enjoys children. She has successfully worked as a child care provider in the past.

- Kate H.

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