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Special needs caregivers in Lansdowne, PA

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Grace S.


Newtown Square, PA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Grace:) I started in childcare at church Sunday school when I was about 15. I love working with kids of all ages and have experience with kids 3 months to 8 years old. I love to talk with them, draw with them, make scavenger hunts, set up obstacle courses, build pillow forts, play board games, have picnics...
Grace can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Grace was awesome! My son loves her :)"

Hannah B.

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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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Linda M.


Morton, PA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver And Pet Sitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm available to provide services any time on the weekends as well as early mornings, evenings from 6 p.m. on, Monday through Friday. I'm a mom to three lovely girls, all in college so I have experience with infants all the way through teenage years. I also have experience with children with special needs and am an...
Linda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Linda babysat for our 7 month old so we could have a night out with friends and she was wonderful! She was engaging and playful with our son and easily adjusted to his nighttime routine. We would love to have her sit for us again!"

Julia T.

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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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Kiera K.


Chester, PA

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Meet Kiera: Your Fun And Reliable Babysitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi!, I'm Kiera, a dedicated and experienced childcare provider with a deep passion for working with children from newborns to 16 years old. I am certified in CPR and First Aid, prioritizing safety in every aspect of my care. Currently, I work as a nanny for a special needs child, providing personalized care and developing...
Kiera can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"very helpful, does a wonderful job engaging with my kids "

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Rachel C.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I CURRENTLY DO NOT HAVE ANY AVAILABILITY I have babysat children of all ages. I have cared for children with special needs such as autism and cerebral palsy. The past two summers I nannied for a family with three young children while their parents were at work. I kept the children entertained during the day, ensured their...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel is a wonderful babysitter and I would recommend her to any family looking for a reliable, caring babysitter. She asked what activities the kids were interested in before she came for the first time. My kids love having Rachel babysit and she always goes...

Lori N.

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Matthew R.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-40/hr9 yrs exp

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 helped to take care of my husband and was always very upbeat, responsible and willing to help with different activities and learn how to better adapt to my husband's needs. He always took interest on their conversations and was a good companion in outings,...

Monica R.

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Dacia B.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I was an ABA therapist for many years, specializing in Early Intervention. Since September 2020, I have helped children ages 5-12, with virtual schooling, including homework help and tutoring as needed. I tutored children ages 4-6 in preschool/school skills. I have been a caregiver for children, in 5 different families, ages 5...
5.0
"I don’t have enough words to express my love and appreciation for Dacia!! She began with us when my older son was about to turn two. They had an instant connection and I felt immediately comfortable and trusting of Dacia. She’s a confident, incredibly smart and...

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Marnie F.


Philadelphia, PA

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver With Full Time Job Looking For Extra Work Once In A While

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have 20 years experience. I love kids and all throughout college and high school and living in DC afterwards I worked as a nanny and babysitter and also spent summers as a camp counselor for kids with special needs. I am getting married this year and want a little bonus money to help with cost. I keep in touch with little ones...
Marnie can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Marnie was so sweet and helpful with our kiddos. She gave me text updates throughout the night and while the baby was sleeping most of the time, our big kid liked her immediately and didn't seem to mind that we were leaving! :)"

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Tricia B.


Ridley Park, PA

$12-21/hr7 yrs exp

Companion

I have worked in with adults and children with special needs. I have assisted with personal care laundry and meals for special needs adults and an elderly friend,good Companion.
Tricia can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care
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Olivia D.


Philadelphia, PA

$12-20/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting children between the ages of 3 and 12 since I was 13. I also have ample experience babysitting kids with autism or other special needs. I am also a pet sitter, experienced in cats and dogs with special needs as well as other small animals such as rodents and lizards. I also have a driver's license and a...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Schylar M.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Med Student Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work full-time as a clinician at a non-profit for special needs adults. I love my job, however, I am trying to make extra cash! I have 10+ years of experience, I have babysat since I was 12 years old. I was also a professional sitter for 2 years at a children's hospital, specializing in children with special needs and...
Schylar can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Maybe K.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-45/hr3 yrs exp

Friendly Eldercare Worker

I'm an exceptional elder caregiver with deep-rooted values in accessible care for all, especially older generations. My experience spans both home and facility settings, including dementia and special needs care. CPR trained, AED certified, and skilled in medication management, I am dedicated to providing compassionate, quality...
Maybe can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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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: Meal prep, companionship, errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
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Alyssa B.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Alyssa. For 10+ years, I've found passion in working with children and families. I'm a compassionate caregiver with a heart full of empathy and tons of fun! With a degree in Child Advocacy and a minor in Social Work, I blend knowledge with a nurturing spirit to create a safe space for little ones to thrive....
Alyssa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hi, my name is Michele and I have 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. I believe in creating a fun, stimulating and safe environment for children to thrive. I'm particularly skilled at helping children with their social and emotional needs. I'm also CPR and first aid certified, and have experience working...
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Sara M.


Philadelphia, PA

$22-25/hr5 yrs exp

Passionate Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Sara. I have experience working with and taking care of children in multiple different settings. I have worked for two summers as an overnight camp counselor, as a tutor for 1:1 youth mentoring, as a teaching aid in a classroom, and have volunteered with a therapy group in a pediatric clinic working with children...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Laura H.


Bryn Mawr, PA

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Veteran Mom Eager To Care For Little Ones Again

Everyone calls me Laurie. As a mom of a special needs child I am skilled at reading a child's non-verbal cues. Ivy League graduate /Marketing exec recently laid off eager to keep busy caring for your little ones. Offering an experienced mom perspective, recently renewed CPR and First Aid certification and most importantly loves...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Maryanne B.


Havertown, PA

$22-27/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Havertown/Drexel Hill Childcare Provider Available Full Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am looking to babysit children FT/PT I love working with children. I have four children of my own. I have been watching children in my for over 13 years. Each and every day is so special to me. I love watching the children play. I enjoy reading books to them and taking them on walks. I simply love children and I enjoy...
Maryanne can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Lailah I.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Summer Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a babysitter for multiple families for about 10 years. I was also a camp counselor for a couple of years. In addition, I have a 13-year-old brother who I have helped care for since he was born. I absolutely love children and love playing, taking care of and spending time with them. I am big on arts and crafts but...
Lailah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lansdowne, PA

Grace S.

5.0

Grace was awesome! My son loves her :)

- Hannah B.

Angelica K.

5.0

She is awesome and such a caring person!!! I am so grateful to have her. She is a gem

- Karen G.

Linda M.

5.0

Linda babysits our 3 kids (ages 8, 6, and 3) on a regular basis. She relates wonderfully to all our children (including our 3-year old with ASD), and they look forward to seeing her. She can easily entertain all 3 kids, and she notices their best qualities. Linda is reliable, punctual, and a...

- Shamita C.

Katherine R.

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 best!

- Karen R.

Kiera K.

5.0

She was so good my baby didn't want her to leave lol would recommend and she was on time !!!!

- Rcahell B.

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