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Gabrielle P.


Bechtelsville, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Gabby. I have 10+ years experience as a babysitter, was employed as an assistant teacher at a Keystone Stars accredited facility for 3 years, spent 2. 5 years employed as a nanny to a special needs child, and was an after-school caregiver last year, providing transportation for extracurriculars. I enjoy doing a variety...
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Gabrielle is currently caring for my 10 month old son part-time and my husband and I adore her! As a new mom I was very nervous about leaving him with anyone but Gabrielle quickly put us at ease. She has a wonderful nurturing personality. She's loving, kind, and...

Kate E.

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Kellie Ann M.


Leesport, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Full-time Worker Who Enjoys Watching Animals And Children As A Side Job

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am a former Police Officer and currently am a full-time worker in Cyber Security looking for part-time work for occasional date nights, afternoons, or weekends. I am a 31-year-old energetic young woman looking to have fun with kids doing any activities with different ranges of children. I have experience with infants-teenagers...
Kellie Ann can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Kellie was a great sitter for our boys and dog while we enjoyed a night out."

Corinda D.

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Kiara R.


Alburtis, PA

$18/hr6 yrs exp

Friendly And Patient Respectful And Responsible

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I can work with special needs children. I'm patient and calm energetic. Sweet loving and willing to provide amazing service.
Kiara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Kiara has been our sitter for almost 2 months, our baby is 5 months old. She babysits 2 days a week, she is amazing with our baby. Kiara is very reliable and knowledgeable."

Nadia W.

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Leydys R.


Reading, PA

$18/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Leydys, I'm 24 years old, and have 6+ years of experience as a nanny and care for special needs children. I'm bilingual (Spanish/English) and great at babysitting multiple children at once. I can prepare meals, help with homework, housekeeping, distance learning, curriculum assistance, crafts, structuring...
Leydys can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She was so helpful with my two month old one weekend when my husband was out of town. She was very interactive with him during tummy time and super nice"

Stephanie L.

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Debra B.


Allentown, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been in the healthcare field since 2000, I have worked at hospitals nursing homes also have brought clients with nowhere to go in my home for care. I am CPR certified, first aid training & CNA certified. I do have a very few honest reliable girls that work with me, when I am on vacation or unavailable. My references are...
5.0
"Deb is a very caring and dependable woman. We know that our special needs daughter will be taken care and we have no worries when she is with Deb. Deb is a very active person and outgoing woman. Deb keeps whoever she is caring for very busy.She is a beautiful...

Collette B.

Hi there. My name is Felicia. I have a lot of experience in senior/ special needs care. I have worked for home care agencies as well as private care for the elderly and special needs. I have experience in all types of care and needs. I am CPR and first aid certified as well as have my clearance available upon request.
Felicia can also help with: Dementia, visiting nurse, hospice services, home modification, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Jadyn H.


Reading, PA

$15-50/hr2 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as very nurturing, patient , & motivated! I have had experience caretaking children special needs, housekeeping and with animals. I am fully vaccinated, CPR/AED certified and am willing to partake in any further certification programs requested by parents ! I have a reliable vehicle and am available...
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Stacey O.


Reading, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

My experience caring for children includes working as a nanny in college for two families. The children's ages ranged from newborn to 3 yrs. After college I worked with special needs children as a Therapeutic Support Specialist in their homes and/or schools. I also have experience working in a public school as a substitute...
Stacey can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Lauren O.


Boyertown, PA

$17-27/hr10 yrs exp

Personal And Professional Experience

Hello! My whole life I have been around someone with special needs, whether it be my uncle or my sister who was born when I was 2 years old. My childhood was spent around feeding tubes, g tubes, speech therapy, food therapy, plenty of doctors appointments and hospital visits. I grew up being a proud sister and niece! My sister...
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Abigail M.


Allentown, PA

$10-20/hr

Energetic, Reliable Babysitter

I have a foster brother, who has lived with us for over a year, with a severe genetic syndrome and autism. Though I am not his primary caretaker, I am used to children with special needs. I will be attending University of Richmond in the fall, and I would like a job for the summer (until August 8).
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Paige L.


Mohrsville, PA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter/caregiver/pet Caregiver

When I was about 15-16 years old I babysat three children for one of my neighbors for about two or three summers. I also worked at a special needs camp for kids with Autism over the summer of my sophomore and junior years of high school. While there I was a camp counselor and helped the children through the day with various...
Paige can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jenna B.


Boyertown, PA

$15-20/hr

Career Independent Living And Learning Studies Mentor

I worked for East Stroudsburg University's CILLS program which consists of mentoring students with developmental disability cook, plan meals, do homework and socialize outside their comfort zones.
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Katy M.


Allentown, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible, Active, Dependable And Patient!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been passionate about working with kids since I began nannying back in 2000 and I am currently looking for full time/part time work. I have experience with children of all ages. I have worked at an elementary school with special needs children, I have worked as a TSS and have tons of babysitting experience. I have...
Katy can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Lauryn B.


Allentown, PA

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

I have worked at Daily Bloomer's Day Care and In Arms Reach Daycare watching children of all ages, from infants to elementary students. Since I was a teenager I have been babysitting. I have taken care of kids of all ages from newborns-teenagers, that would include my younger siblings to children that lived in my neighborhood,...
Lauryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
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Maria G.


Reading, PA

$20-25/hr14 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have an extended experience working with kids. I worked back in my country with kids with special needs. I came to the states and started working as a live in nanny I have been working in USA for about 8 years and would be happy to give references if needed. I love kids, I love sharing my time with them being part of their...
Maria can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Sara R.


Tamaqua, PA

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

I know what it's like to take care of a special needs person. I will pay attention and be very thorough. I'm also very outgoing and love to spread joy and happiness to people.
Hi, my name is Abby and I work at Eden Autism Services full time but, can assist those who need help on my off hours. I use ABA techniques to help teach the students. I love helping people and making a difference in the lives of others.
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Kareena K.


Reading, PA

$22-28/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I've been taking care of special needs children and adults for over 15 years. I have worked with people of various special needs. I have reliable transportation. Non-smoker. Bachelors degree.
Hi! I'm Madison and I am a certified elementary school teacher. I do currently teach, and I am looking for summer work. I have been working in childcare/education for 6 years. I have worked at summer programs, in daycare/preschool (infant-4yo), and have taught both Kindergarten and 4th grade. I have many certifications including...
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Crystal S.


Macungie, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Senior Services

Seniors have my heart... I'm an ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) certified Exercise Physiologist with a passion for those with limitations that are determined and desirous of positive change for an improved overall well being that can last a lifetime. I've had the honor of working with a diverse population seniors...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lenhartsville, PA

Gabrielle P.

5.0

Gabby has been wonderful with my two girls. She is a very responsible driver, reliable, and has developed a friendship with them - sharing recipes, books, etc. I highly recommend her!

- Care member

Kellie Ann M.

5.0

Kellie was extremely responsive and responsible with my daughter. She took really great care of her and I would highly recommend her for any of your childcare needs!

- Care member

Kiara R.

5.0

Kiara has been our sitter for almost 2 months, our baby is 5 months old. She babysits 2 days a week, she is amazing with our baby. Kiara is very reliable and knowledgeable.

- Nadia W.

Leydys R.

5.0

Mariana has been sitting my kids for months now. She's very punctual and dependable. Her daughter is very nice. Would definitely recommend her. Just give her your instructions when/how you like things done with your kid, and she does her best to accomplish

- Maria B.

Debra B.

5.0

Deb is a very caring and dependable woman. We know that our special needs daughter will be taken care and we have no worries when she is with Deb. Deb is a very active person and outgoing woman. Deb keeps whoever she is caring for very busy.She is a beautiful woman inside and out.

- Collette B.

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