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Special needs caregivers in Lemoyne, PA

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Aimee D.


Lemoyne, PA

$30-50/hr20 yrs exp

More Than A Respite

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I'd describe my personality as fun, energetic, and compassionate. I'm looking for a job that is part time and meaningful. I started caring for people with special needs when I was only a kid. My aunt has special needs and as early as I can remember I was helping her. In my spare time, I like to exercise, explore, paint, work...
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Aimee D.


Lemoyne, PA

$8-50/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have worked in several group homes for adults with special needs. Some of my responsibilities included: meal preparation, medication administration, bathing, assisting with personal hygiene, transporting patients to appointments, monitoring individuals for safety and assisting as needed. I enjoy helping individuals and...
Aimee can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, errands, light cleaning
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Michaela P.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Children And Senior Care Provider

5.0

(1)

Experienced caregiver looking for part time evening and weekend work. I have been in the home nursing industry for 5 years but have moved into the management side, but would still love to work one-on-one with patients part time outside of my full time job. Reliable transportation. Experience with special needs (pediatric and...
Michaela can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Michaela really brought out a side of my grandmother that I hadn't seen in a long time! She is awesome and very personable! "

Samantha N.

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Amy S.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$13-16/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

As a teenager, my Mom worked for the United Cerebral Palsy Association. Working with their summer programs for preschool and elementary aged children was my first experience. Since then, having a degree in education, I have worked as a TSS for autism, preschool teacher, substitute in public school, para with Special Needs...
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Ellen W.


Harrisburg, PA

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Ellie

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Ellie! I am a current student at Messiah University's Masters of Occupational Therapy Program. My experience with babysitting started at a young age, helping with childcare at my church. In high school, I started official part-time babysitting gigs and lifeguarding. The skills I have gained through lifeguarding,...
Ellen can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Ellie cared for our 3 children after-school for several months. She was very responsible and kept the kids engaged in play and off screens! We plan on continuing to have Ellie watch the kids when available for date nights."

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Carly B.


Camp Hill, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Carly! I'm a mature nanny with 15+ years of experience. I just moved back to the Harrisburg area and am seeking positions in nannying, tutoring, and pet sitting. I can offer very flexible scheduling! I am fully vaccinated, and love to sit for school-aged kids and toddlers, but I also have experience with younger infants...
5.0
"Amazing personality! Very reliable!"

Brittney P.

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Mavis M.


Camp Hill, PA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Monday To Friday

Hi, I'm Mavis but you can call me Meme. I have experience working with children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens(0-12). I'm great at keeping kids entertained and finding fun activities for them to do. I can prepare healthy meals and snacks for your children. I'm also comfortable with light cleaning and can help keep your...
Mavis can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I have known Mavis for a couple of years and I must say her work with children is exceptional. She is kind and patient with my kids, very reliable and responsible. She is a punctual person and is always willing to help."

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Kay A.


Harrisburg, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children in total for about 10 years. I have experience mainly working with children in the age range of 6 mo.-12 yrs. I worked in a nursery for about four years, and before that, I had classroom experience with children in the early school age range. I have also done volunteer work with school age children....
Kay can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Always on time. Always has a great attitude. Amazing with my kids. Knows how to discipline with our guidelines and making sure the kids know she means business without being cruel or mean and we love and appreciate that! Hands on and loved our kiddos! Our oldest...

Latoya S.

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Amy S.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher/Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with children since I was 12, my experience ranges from working in homes, homeschooling my own children, tutoring, preschool, elementary school and special needs (primarily autistic children.) I love children and have a passion to see them grow and develop to their potential. I'd love to meet you and assist you and...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Amy is reliable and so very kind, caring and sweet with our two children. She has an amazing heart and really cares for the kids and the work she does. We are lucky to have found her! The kids are so happy with her. As two working parents, she has helped us...

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Michaela P.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Certified Home Health Aide With CPR Certification

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Michaela. I am 24 years old and have 6 years of home care experience. Most of my Home Care experience is in Special Needs/Pediatrics, but also have 1 years of hands on Senior Care experience. Working with Pediatrics has been a true labor of love for me over the past 6 years, and while I primarily work in senior...
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Kara S.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Master's Degree, Extensive Experience

Home Health Care Provider (dementia and cancer specialties), End-Of-Life Doula, Healthcare Advocate, Registered Behavior Technician working with children and adults with special needs and developmental disorders. Reiki Master. Mom of three children in college. Fitness enthusiast. Highly educated and experienced, empathetic, and...
Kara can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

A college student looking to help lighten your stresses and ensure development opportunities for your child(ren). I have over five years of experience working with all age ranges and even special needs children. I am Red Cross certified in babysitting as well as CPR and the heimlich for children of all ages including...
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Amanda F.


Harrisburg, PA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as kind, loving and compassionate. I'm looking for a job that utilizes and builds upon my nursing and caregiving skills. In my spare time, I like to travel and spend time with my husband, children and 4 dogs. One thing you should know about me is I'll care for you and treat you the same way I'd...
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Ashley T.


Enola, PA

$16-19/hr4 yrs exp

I worked as an Instructional Assistant at an elementary school with special needs children in Life Skills. I also am a caregiver for my elderly grandmother. I have a dog and 2 cats. I have also worked with adults that had mental and intellectual disabilities for 3 years. Previously worked with adults and children that have...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

I have grown up around other people with special needs pretty much my entire life and also have certain special needs myself due to a permanent health condition that I have. So I really often know how to connect with them and understand them in ways that most other people who lack having such limitations and such don't or can't.
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Theresa S.


Harrisburg, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

With 30+ years experience as a pediatric LPN, I am fully experienced in caring for children, newborn through adolescence. I have experience with multiples and those with special needs, including adults or seniors.
Theresa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Tina G.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver For All Children

Caring for children has become very natural for me considering growing up my mother herself was a nanny for children of all ages. I helped her while I was growing up. Now as an adult with 2 children myself one with special needs, I have the patience, understanding and most important, the heart to care for any child.
Tina can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Ursula M.


Harrisburg, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Housekeeper/House Manager

I graduated college with a bachelors in psychology with an interest in child development and neuropsychology. After working in the mental health field for a few years I wanted a change. Nannying gave me the chance to use my degree and experience while also having a better life/work balance. I first matched with a family on here...
Ursula can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Stephanie B.


Harrisburg, PA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Mature And Reliable

I am a mother of 4. I have years of experience with children. I worked in the school system for over 10 years and spent half of that working with Special needs children. I am patient, kind, and reliable.
Stephanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Jennifer S.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$20-36/hr10 yrs exp

Senior care

I am a compassionate, professional, and capable individual. I have more than 10+ years experience both professionally, and personally. I've worked in elderly care, and child care. I've provided assistance to individuals with a variety of needs. I am certified with Senior Care. I've been a Teachers aid for elementary students...
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

CNA

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lemoyne, PA

Michaela P.

5.0

Michaela really brought out a side of my grandmother that I hadn't seen in a long time! She is awesome and very personable!

- Samantha N.

Ellen W.

5.0

Ellie is an amazing sitter for us! She has always been on time and we come home to a totally clean house! My kids who are normally super shy love her!!

- Meaghan C.

Carly B.

5.0

Amazing personality! Very reliable!

- Brittney P.

Mavis M.

5.0

I have known Mavis for a couple of years and I must say her work with children is exceptional. She is kind and patient with my kids, very reliable and responsible. She is a punctual person and is always willing to help.

- Care member

Kay A.

5.0

Always on time. Always has a great attitude. Amazing with my kids. Knows how to discipline with our guidelines and making sure the kids know she means business without being cruel or mean and we love and appreciate that! Hands on and loved our kiddos! Our oldest will always bring up fond memories of...

- Latoya S.

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