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Find special needs caregivers in Mechanicsburg, PA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Mechanicsburg, PA

The average rate is $18/hr as of July 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Mechanicsburg, PA

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Jewel D.


New Cumberland, PA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Behavioral Needs Care

I currently work in elementary special education with children with behavioral needs and have pervious experience as well. I am CPI, first aid, and CPR certified. I am currently studying to eventually become a child therapist specializing in behavior.
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Melissa H.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-30/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter That Is A Certified Teacher

I am a certified teacher. I currently work for at a preschool for students with special needs.
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I became a stay at home mom after working for the state for 12 years. Now that my daughter is almost 13, I'm looking to care for other children to help financially support my family. I recently just ended a caregiving job for a special needs teenager because he moved into a special needs home. I was his caregiver after school...
Sheree can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Karen B.


Harrisburg, PA

$17-21/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Mature, Professional

I have worked with children who have special needs mentally and physically. I was a driver over 5 years taking the children back and forth to school.
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Mark P.


Harrisburg, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have 10+ years of experience raising 3 special needs boys and running the household while my wife was deployed several times. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. I can do errands and/or drive you to your medical appointments. I have a new reliable car, do not drink or smoke and have minimal personal commitments so my...
Mark can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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Amara N.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Working with children and adults who have intellectual disabilities is extremely rewarding. I've been in the human services field for 6 years and wouldn't change it for the world! My range of experiences includes but is not limited to working with individuals who have autism, down syndrome, and cerebral palsy. I am willing to...
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Aubrie W.


Harrisburg, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated And Passionate To Helping Children In Any Way That I Can!

Hello! My name is Aubrie. I am 27 years old. I currently live in downtown Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. I am up to date on my vaccinations (COVID, flu, etc). I am FBI and State background checked. I have over 10 years of child development and childcare experience. I was a lead preschool teacher for over 5 years in both the private...
Aubrie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jessica L.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

*CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING JOBS UNTIL THE FALL* I'm a 29-year-old female with 13+ years of nanny experience. Full availability, CPR & First Aid certified, I can provide references, and have reliable transportation. I have no children or separate obligations that would effect my schedule, and can be available for emergencies at...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jess was absolutely wonderful with our two boys. We'd highly recommend her to anyone in need of a nanny or babysitter and definitely plan to use her again in the future. We could see within minutes of meeting her how much she cares, and that she takes her job...

Chance B.

Hello ! I'm a momma of 2. I have a almost 2-year-old girl and a 4-year-old boy. My son has Cri Du Chat syndrome, which is a syndrome that makes him very delayed in all aspects. He has many special needs that I have been trained to care for. I have been through many hurdles with him in the last 4 years as well as caring for my...
Katelyn can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Theresa S.


Camp Hill, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I am a young 59 year old female who is self employed with very flexible hours. I am very compassionate with a lot of patience for those with special needs, newborn on up. I worked in the NICU for 4 years. I am also available weekends and evenings.
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Emily S.


Harrisburg, PA

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

I have been tutoring a special education student for four years and am a current special education student.
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Rachel H.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter

Since 12 years old, I have loved working with kids! I started out as a mother's helper in my neighborhood and then became a babysitter. I am currently studying speech-language pathology at Lebanon Valley College and I am from Harrisburg. I have experience with children of all ages, including children with special needs. I...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Nikki R.


Harrisburg, PA

$18-30/hr6 yrs exp

I have 6 years of experience in the healthcare field. The majority of my experience involves working with individuals on the autism spectrum (ages 1-60). I have worked as a behavior therapist for children with autism, in school settings as a 1:1 paraeducator, and in residential/day program settings as a direct support...
I know how it is having a family member that requires special care. My kid brother has cerebral palsy but that didn't the slightest bit change how amazing he is, my experience with him automatically created a soft spot in my heart for those with special needs.

Aja W.


Harrisburg, PA

$14-19/hr

Gentle Caregiver

I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Repositioning and Dressing Assistance. Also blood sugar test, ambulating, feeding assistance
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Jordan D.


New Bloomfield, PA

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time And Full-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a reliable and cheerful person with excellent child care and interpersonal skills. I have more than 18 years experience in child care. I simply love children, love caring for them and find them fascinating and I am seeking further nanny work to continue doing what I love and broadening my experience. I am trained in Infant...
Jordan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She moved and we want her to come back!! We miss her."

Shannan T.

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Deanna D.


Middletown, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with individuals with disabilities for 14+ years. I was a group home supervisor for approximately 8 of the 14 years. I have several years of home health care as well. My last 2 jobs I have found on this very site. I feel confident that My references are very good. I consider myself to be a caring person who would...
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Emily W.


Dillsburg, PA

$12-20/hr6 yrs exp

Caring Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Emily! I have nanny experience with several children - one child in Lancaster, PA for three years. I spent a summer with two children - one female in 5th grade and male in 7th grade. Two years ago I babysat for a special needs child age 5 all summer. Last summer I babysat for a 2-year-old I have also done lots...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"We hired Emily as a part time nanny for our 1.5 year old last summer. She was so patient and kind, willing to spend hours with him playing outside with our sprinkler and water table. She was always on time and our son was always excited to see her."

Caitlynn M.

Hard worker, I been taking care of people since I am was 16 years old. I am 40 years old. You love one will be best of care.
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Caitlin B.


Harrisburg, PA

< $10/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Mom Turned Sitter

I am a full time mom to five children ages 7 months to 11. I previously homeschooled my children and have worked as a tutor, teacher, and sitter. My oldest child has special needs and I am comfortable working with kids that may require a diverse approach.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mechanicsburg, PA

Jessica L.

5.0

Jess was absolutely wonderful with our two boys. We'd highly recommend her to anyone in need of a nanny or babysitter and definitely plan to use her again in the future. We could see within minutes of meeting her how much she cares, and that she takes her job seriously.

- Chance B.

Jordan D.

5.0

She moved and we want her to come back!! We miss her.

- Shannan T.

Emily W.

5.0

We hired Emily as a part time nanny for our 1.5 year old last summer. She was so patient and kind, willing to spend hours with him playing outside with our sprinkler and water table. She was always on time and our son was always excited to see her.

- Caitlynn M.

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Ratings for Mechanicsburg, PA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Mechanicsburg, PA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.