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Hakhakhi M.


Mertztown, PA

$14-25/hr1 yrs exp

Compassionate And Patient Special Needs Caregiver

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Hi, my name is Hakhakhi, and I have a passion for caring for individuals with special needs. While I don't have formal qualifications, I have hands-on experience providing support, patience, and companionship. I was raised by a deaf father and cared for my brother's child, who is both autistic and deaf. This experience deepened...
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Kirsten K.


Kutztown, PA

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Speech Therapist Mommy Looking To Care For Other Children

4.0

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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, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kirsten was very professional and well organized while working with our daughter. She was also very hands on, and she really was a very caring and nurturing caregiver with our daughter who has Special Needs. She was punctual, reliable, and very thorough with her...

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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
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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Paige W.


Macungie, PA

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

Compassionate Therapeutic Teacher/caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Paige ! I have a Bachelors degree in Rehabilitative Science with a concentration in Occupational Therapy. I also have my Early Childhood Development certificate. I am first aid and CPR certified. I also have all my clearances up to date ( child abuse, criminal background check and fingerprint screening). I am a...
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Antonella C.


Allentown, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

senior care

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: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Karen E.


Alburtis, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse desires in home caregiver position. We can develop a plan of care together for your loved one. CPR, FBI fingerprint background check and vaccinated.
5.0
"Karen is a compassionate and caring caregiver who is always willing to do whatever is necessary to meet the needs of her client. She has a great personality and is always cheerful and upbeat on the job. I can't think of anyone else I'd want caring for my brother."

Robert H.

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Rosa M.


Emmaus, PA

$17-29/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Smiling Honest care

Hi my name is rosa I'm from the Dominican republic. I'm a nurse with 20 years of experience, specialized in senior need and wound care and CPR specialist in childcare with special needs. with certification
Skills:

Wound Care

CNA

Licensed Nurse

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Grace R.


Kutztown, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Grace. I am 26 years old and have always been great with kids! Growing up as the middle child of 11 my childhood was spent learning the proper way to provide a safe and stable environment for the younger children. Since then, I have nannied/cared for a variety of kids. I went from caring for my special needs...
Grace can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Current Occupational Therapy student with experience working with individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities. A positive and caring individual who loves to meet new people!
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Roslin R.


Alburtis, PA

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

Sitter, Also Offering Music And Art Lessons!

I like working with kids because they're cool! I enjoy being able to pass on whatever knowledge I can. I want to help the next generation become the best version of themselves, whether it's through academia, developing new skills, or just by being there to listen. I'm looking for a job that can be flexible. Please let me know...
I am a reliable and fun mama who truly believes children are our teachers, and the leaders of our future. They need and thrive off of our undivided attention and care. In a world that is so technology based and fast paced, I want our children to play in a safe and stress-free environment and grow up with a love for learning and...
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Dan R.


Emmaus, PA

$32/hr10 yrs exp

Life Coach For Over 25yrs

Clearances all up to date Cubmaster/ Commissioner -5+ years Swim/Diving Coach - 30yrs Life Coach - 25+ yrs coached baseball, basketball, tennis, diving, soccer, volleyball Special needs experience Certified Lifeguard Instructor/ lifeguard/CPR-first aid/A. E. D. Enjoy all athletic activities especially hiking. Find lessons...
Dan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
I've always felt a deep personal passion for nurturing children's growth and development, which led me to become a caregiver. As a patient and calm individual, I find creative and imaginative ways to engage children. I believe in clear and open communication with parents, whether it's through verbal updates at pickup or regular...
Marcus can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
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Aleia G.


Kutztown, PA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there! I am a full time nanny Monday through Thursday and I am looking for work on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. I have been working in childcare since I was 18 years old (I am now 29). I was an Assistant Director of a learning center for about 5 years where I gained experience with children infant through school...
Aleia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Hi! Im Rachel, a mom of two littles. My daughter is almost 3 and my son just had his first birthday. I'm a registered nurse with experience in pediatric homecare for special needs children and maternity care where I worked as a mother baby nurse for 4 years. I'm currently a SAHM looking to care for another family's children...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Hannah G.


Emmaus, PA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver With Teaching Certificate Available!

I absolutely love and adore children! I am extremely devoted to caring for all children and ensuring that they are loved, included, heard, and well taken care of. I have experience babysitting children with Intellectual Disabilities, Down Syndrome, and Autism. Aside from babysitting, I have experience being a student teacher in...
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Lauren R.


Barto, PA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver For Special Needs With Lots of Professional Experience As Well As Personal Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! Thank you for your interest in me. I would first like to start off by saying that I had a special sister who was both physically and mentally disabled, unfortunately she passed away a few years ago. She was my world and from the moment she came into this world, (I was only 2 years old) I looked passed the wires and...
Hey! I've been working with kids since I graduated college, about 9 years ago. I've been a preschool teacher, support staff for elementary level special needs departments, and the last 4 years an RBT (registered behavior technician) continuing work with behavioral health. I love working with kids in any capacity and hope to...
Cassandra can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & 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 Mertztown, PA

Kirsten K.

5.0

Kirsten was amazing with my 6 month old. She was also very sweet with my 5 and 3 year olds. She was always a few minutes early and willing to stay later if I needed to. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for good quality childcare.

- Anna R.

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.

Karen E.

5.0

Karen is a compassionate and caring caregiver who is always willing to do whatever is necessary to meet the needs of her client. She has a great personality and is always cheerful and upbeat on the job. I can't think of anyone else I'd want caring for my brother.

- Robert H.

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