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Jayla K.
Lehighton, PA
$17-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5+ years experience with the additional first aid training and CPR certification. I am currently a lead summer daycare teacher teaching children from the ages of an infant to 12 years old. Ranging from children going through grief, behavioral issues, and special needs. I help those struggling to find themselves and give...
Jayla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Samantha! I am 26 years old and a mama to one little boy. I attended Lincoln Technical Institute for Medical Assisting and am now a registered medical assistant. I am a huge kid and animal lover and have been as long as I can remember. I have ample experience with kids of all ages as well as elderly people and...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Samantha has been so helpful! She’s extremely friendly and warm and clearly great with kids. She kept me constantly updated when my infant was in her care. I highly recommend her!"
Care member
4.2
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Nancy. I raised 4 of my own children, 2 boys and twins, boy and a girl. My oldest is 34my second is 33 and my twins just turn 26 years old. I have also helped my neighbor raising her kids due to her disability. I have worked in treatment facility with young kids ages 4 until 21 years old. I am very caring...
5.0
"Nancy took great care of my 3 year old special needs son who is unable to speak, walk or feed himself. she fed him, dressed him in pj's, put him to bed and constantly checked in on him while he was sleeping. when my date went later than expected, I texted Nancy and...
Tasha W.
Courtney C.
Palmerton, PA
$10-15/hr
Part-Time College Special Education Student Available For Caregiving!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 3rd year college student majoring in special education and middle school math education. I love working with people with disabilities and watching their potential sky rocket. I enjoy helping them with everyday activities as well as teaching them basic life skills. I am able to do functional skill instruction as well.
Michael B.
Nesquehoning, PA
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have worked within the field of adults with disabilities.
I currently work with an adult in the community setting helping to expand his individual skills.
As a mother of 2 children with disabilities and l think I would be a great match for you and your child.
Hi, My name is Kaitlyn. I am a very responsible, patient, creative, hardworking LPN, with approximately 11 years of experience caring for children from infants to teenagers, as well as adults. I have been a Direct Support Professional and almost 3 years ago received my LPN license. I have a 1-year-old daughter, and own my home,...
I taught preschool for 2 years and held an Assistant Director position of an early learning center for another 2. I have worked in an adolescent treatment center at a hospital and am in my 3rd year as a Registered Behavior Technician in ABA. I love helping kids with coping skills and seeing the best in themselves.
Im currently a CNA, I hope to add phlebotomy to my skills in the near future. I have been in the medical field for 3 years now and I really enjoy working with special needs and the elderly.
Elizabeth R.
Palmerton, PA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked with both children and older adults with special needs since I was 14. I have worked as a aide for a camp in Carbon County. Children and adults with a variety of disabilities attended. I have also worked one on one with several. I am passionate with what I do because I feel as though I am saving one more person...
I am experienced with toddlers, special needs children and teenagers.
I am extremely patient.
I have my own car and can pick and drop off at school need be. Also can help with homework.
Comfortable with pets.
Can Cook and Clean.
Tara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Jennifer G.
Palmerton, PA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Stay At Home Mom Available To Watch Your Child This Summer.
I am a stay at home mom of one 4-year-old. I have extensive experience with children in multiple settings. I taught preschool for 10 years. I also have experience with children with special needs.
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have over 20 years as a CNA working with people of all ages. My career has been in long-term care facilities, assisted living and also in home care. I am trained to handle all different circumstances and disabilities. I have stayed in this field for as long as I have because I genuinely love what I do.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently work as a paraprofessional (personal aide) at a school for children with special needs. The child I work with, majority of the other children in my school are on the autism spectrum. It gives me great joy waking up every day knowing that I am making a huge impact on someone's life. I love my job, and I love children...
5.0
"Tayana is great! She is incredibly caring and attentive to our two toddlers. We especially appreciate the care she shows to our son, who we suspect is on the spectrum of autism. She is patient, understanding, and creative. She also learns fast and handles...
Missy W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Antonella . I am here to help you with your daily needs, chores , errands. and cooking your favorite meal. It will be my pleasure to make your life easier and more fulfilling. , I'm available to help you or your love one through your days.
As a caregiver, I have a compassionate heart and a deep understanding of...
Antonella can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Antonella was excellent with all 3 kids ranging from ages 10 months to 7 years old. She was very reliable, had excellent energy and showed up early and stayed late. I could not recommend her more highly, she went above and beyond everything we asked her to do. I...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Greetings,
My name Tayana and I love helping kids develop into their little personalities! Though I am not your typical caretaker, I have plenty of experience with kids with special needs. I've have spent my last 8 years in working in a self contained classroom as a para, and the past few years I have moved up to a Behavior...
Tayana can also help with: Travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tayana is a great, caring and dependable girl. She truly has the best interest of children in mind. She truly cares about the children and their well being.
she likes teaching and seeing children grow. she is honest and hard working
i highly recommend Tayana!"
Sherry M.
Kirsten K.
Kutztown, PA
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Speech Therapist Mommy Looking To Care For Other Children
4.3
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Kirsten. I am a licensed speech therapist with a focus in working with special needs children. I enjoy crafts, books, the outdoors, and any fun engaging activities that children can experience to learn new skills.
I have 12+ years experience with care/ babysitting. I have been hired on care. com in the...
Kirsten can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Wonderful caregiver! Kirsten cared for my little girl from 3 months of age to 16 months and was the absolute best! Our daughter is blind and from day one she made us feel comfortable and confident while watching our daughter. She kept our house tidy, took after our...
Care member
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have tons of Home Health Aid experience, CNA , CPR , Certified, medical Assist , phlebotomy.. , House Keeping , Childcare, Special Needs.
Karen can also help with: Hospice services, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
I have been in the healthcare field for a little over 2 years. I have worked with special needs, elderly and pediatrics. I'm a very outgoing and bubbly person!
Venessa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation, dementia
Rachel A.
Freeland, PA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello my name is Rachel! I enjoy caring for children as I have experience with my three nieces and have worked at Bayada Pediatrics where I took care of children with special needs. This opportunity gave me the skills to become patient and understanding while I insuring that the patients were happy and healthy.
I also...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation, dementia
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lehighton, PA
Samantha S.
5.0
Samantha has been so helpful! She’s extremely friendly and warm and clearly great with kids. She kept me constantly updated when my infant was in her care. I highly recommend her!
- Care member
Nancy V.
5.0
Nancy took great care of my 3 year old special needs son who is unable to speak, walk or feed himself. she fed him, dressed him in pj's, put him to bed and constantly checked in on him while he was sleeping. when my date went later than expected, I texted Nancy and asked if she minded staying with...
- Tasha W.
Tayana B.
5.0
Tayana is great! She is incredibly caring and attentive to our two toddlers. We especially appreciate the care she shows to our son, who we suspect is on the spectrum of autism. She is patient, understanding, and creative. She also learns fast and handles situations (tantrums, unexpected problems,...
- Missy W.
Antonella C.
5.0
Antonella was excellent with all 3 kids ranging from ages 10 months to 7 years old. She was very reliable, had excellent energy and showed up early and stayed late. I could not recommend her more highly, she went above and beyond everything we asked her to do. I would certainly hire Antonella in the...
- Care member
Tayana B.
5.0
Tayana is a great, caring and dependable girl. She truly has the best interest of children in mind. She truly cares about the children and their well being.
she likes teaching and seeing children grow. she is honest and hard working
i highly recommend Tayana!
- Sherry M.
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