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Raya B.


Leola, PA

$14-25/hr6 yrs exp

Reliable Sitter

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I have grown up raising my six younger siblings and doing chores and shopping for my parents. I can help with school work, cleaning, arts and crafts and whatever else is needed. I have my license and a car with insurance. I have been certified in lifeguarding, AED, CPR, first aid, and Heimlich maneuver but this does need...
Raya can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lydia F.


Lititz, PA

$12-17/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(6)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm an enthusiastic, committed, young woman who has experience with in home child care ages newborn to teens including special needs (Autism and Asperger's). I have a Bachelors in Psychology and am completing my Masters in Counseling. I am currently working with children as a social worker for a local foster care agency. I love...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"The second we met Lydia, we knew she was perfect! Her bubbly happy demeanor and positive presence was felt immediately, and the way our kids took to her was extremely impressive. She understands children and how to respond to their ages and where they are in...

Cheryl B.

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Caroline L.


Lancaster, PA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a Registered Nurse with a BSN degree with past experience in direct patient care in skilled nursing and rehabilitation environments and Hospice care. I also have experience in patients with dementia and have worked as a RN Supervisor in long term care. Currently, I am looking to use my experience and compassion to help...
5.0
"I am a 49 year-old woman with progressive multiple sclerosis for the past 21 years. I am wheelchair-bound and need assistance with many daily activities. Carri has helped me on and off for the past 10 months or so and has been just wonderful! Her primary tasks...

Kari W.

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Olivia Q.


Ephrata, PA

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Future Teacher

4.0

(4)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Olivia, I'm 22, I just graduated college at Millersville University with get my Bachelors in Early Childhood Education. I've been working with kids as a babysitter/nanny for as long as I can remember and helping them succeed in life and be the best they can be is always what I strive for when working with kids, I have...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Olivia was great! She played attentively with my baby all day and followed all care instructions, and my baby was very happy! I'd love to hire Olivia again whenever she's available!"

Adam T.

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Melissa K.


Ephrata, PA

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Certified DSP

Hello! I'm Melissa from Ephrata, in Lancaster County. I am a PA Certified Direct Support Aide. I have 4 years experience working with special needs a and over 20 years experience working as a Caregiver. My schedule is flexible and I look forward to hearing from you to discuss your current needs. Thank you
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Alexis U.


Strasburg, PA

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Registered Behavior Technician

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm 26 years old & graduated college with a bachelors degree in Psychology. I work full time with children who have autism, as a Registered Behavior Technician. I also have experience working with children who have special needs, as well as being CPR certified. I have 10+ years of babysitting experience, along with helping...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We reached out to Alexis for a day of babysitting request. She replied to all communication promptly, showed up on time, and immediately was getting our daughter to come out of her shell. After a small transition period, we left for our date night with zero worries...

Jacob S.

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Mirtelina I.


Lancaster, PA

$22-30/hr9 yrs exp

Loving & Caring Experienced Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi Parents! I love being around children and make them happy when they are under my care. Overall, I have experience caring for multiple children (twins), all ages, and children with special needs. I am a happy, loving, respectful and responsible nanny/babysitter looking for two part time jobs or a full time job with some...
Mirtelina can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Wonderful with kids. Bilingual. My children love her and still ask for her. She keeps a journal of what kids did throughout day. She spends time with them and plays with them, constantly active with them. "

Kelvin L.

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Hannah H.


Ephrata, PA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter For Special Needs Children

hello, I have worked with a special needs kid before, who has autism. This coming year I will be attending ctc for advanced health care, I have taken psychology class, medical terminology, and child care and development.
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Kassandra W.


Lancaster, PA

$14-23/hr8 yrs exp

Bachelors In Applied Disability Studies

Hi, I have my bachelors in applied disability studies. I am proficient in feedings (my child has one). I have worked with everything from cerebral palsy, .
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Morgan A G.


New Holland, PA

$13-50/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator!

Hello! My name is Morgan! I am a mother of 2 very busy toddler girls and looking to help create fun for some other very busy kids! I currently work in a daycare setting while I am finishing my CDA certification. I have 10+ years of experience everywhere between infant care, teen care, emotional support, autistic support, special...
Morgan A can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Leslie K.


Ephrata, PA

$17-21/hr4 yrs exp

I just finished my 4th year as a support staff in an Autistic classroom. I find helping people very fulfilling.
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Kylie S.


Lancaster, PA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

I love working with kids of all abilities. Over the summer I worked for the IU13 ESY program in an autistic support classroom. I also have worked with students on varying ends of the spectrum and other diagnoses through my internship with a school district. I am passionate about helping kids.
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Cheryl H.


Lititz, PA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Compassionate, Dependable, Experienced Caregiver Looking for Someone to Take Care Of.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a primary caregiver to a woman with MS for over 15 years. I am now with a referral agency and take care of mostly elderly and special need clients. I very much enjoy what I do and I treat your family like they are my own. I have some medical experience with certain issues. I've dealt with feeding tubes, catheters,...
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Alisha M.


Ephrata, PA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Reliable Caregiver

I worked on a dementia unit for 4 years, in a home for adults with special needs, and a personal care home.
Alisha can also help with: Home modification, dementia, live-in home care, personal care, respite care, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Morgan B.


Lititz, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education And English Teacher

Hello! My name is Morgan and I am a special education teacher for middle school and high school emotional support students in Lancaster, PA. I am also able to do tutoring. I am looking for nannying and babysitting hours for the summer. I have experiences working with children with special needs and children newborn and older....
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Tonya M.


East Earl, PA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hi I'm Tonya :)

I have worked with children for about 10 years now. It started with baby sitting then I graduated high school with my early childhood education certificate. I moved on to a daycare where I learned how to care for children and keep the kiddos happy and safe. I nannied for a family of 2 boys where 1 boy was diagnosed with autism...
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Lillian K.


Lancaster, PA

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

My name is Lillian I am currently a college student. I have a little brother with special needs. I have also volunteered which is a summer camp for kids with special needs. And I have also volunteered which is a soccer team for kids with special needs.
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Morgan B.


Lititz, PA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Emergency Certified Special Education Teacher (Pre-K-12)

I have been emergency certified as a special education teacher for the last five school years. I teach emotional support grades 7-12 and have specialized experience working with students that require behavior and emotional support. I taught ESY (extended school year) as an Autistic Support teacher and have worked as a group...
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Nathalie R.


Lancaster, PA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

For several years, I worked in and out of schools, home, camps and clinics , nursing home from infants to the elder my passion. my specialty , and where I specialize most is in the autistic / special needs world, I am currently a registered behavioral technician who is looking for a way to earn a little extra money while doing...
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Jesse C.


Lancaster, PA

$22-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Direct Support Professional / Caregiver

I have over 5 years of combined experience working in different health care settings including live-in private care, groups homes, and caregiving agencies. I am a certified CNA and have had many ongoing hours of training in the field. I have worked as a personal caregiver for individuals with Alzheimer's, stroke, cognitive, and...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Leola, PA

Lydia F.

5.0

Lydia was phenomenal! Our 3 kids (6, 3, and 16mon) easily warmed to her sweet and engaging personality. She was punctual, asked all the right questions, and wanted everything done to my liking. The kids have already asked when she is coming back! We'll definitely have her back In the future!

- Jaime L.

Caroline L.

5.0

I am a 49 year-old woman with progressive multiple sclerosis for the past 21 years. I am wheelchair-bound and need assistance with many daily activities. Carri has helped me on and off for the past 10 months or so and has been just wonderful! Her primary tasks include assistance with transfers using...

- Kari W.

Olivia Q.

5.0

Olivia was great! She played attentively with my baby all day and followed all care instructions, and my baby was very happy! I'd love to hire Olivia again whenever she's available!

- Adam T.

Alexis U.

5.0

Alexis babysat for my toddler and infant for a couple hours while my husband and I had a date night. She was easy to communicate with and great with the kids. I felt very comfortable leaving my kids in her care, and would gladly have her back again!

- Katie P.

Mirtelina I.

5.0

Wonderful with kids. Bilingual. My children love her and still ask for her. She keeps a journal of what kids did throughout day. She spends time with them and plays with them, constantly active with them.

- Kelvin L.

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