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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Middletown, PA

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Middletown, PA

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Deanna D.


Middletown, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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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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Bernita B.


Middletown, PA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years experience working with the elderly and disabled. I performed all personal care duties, light housekeeping, errands meal prep. and companionship. I also have over 20 years experience with special needs.
Bernita can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, hospice services, respite care, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Bernita is just so nice and has a warm personality. She is kind and caring to my mom and completed all the tasks my mom had for her. She did wash and also helped her with bathing. Very nice person."

Lori Y.

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Abby H.


Middletown, PA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Experience With Special Needs, Behavioral Challenges And Medical Challenges

I have worked in a variety of settings with people of varying mental abilities and medical challenges
Ive worked in various childcare centers while getting my degree and a couple years after. Ive volunteered with special Olympics since 2003. I've also volunteered to be a buddy for the Tim Tebow Night to Shine special needs prom since 2019. This past school year I was a one on one personal care assistant for an elementary school...
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Abby H.


Middletown, PA

$15-19/hr4 yrs exp

Nurturing And Patient Child Lover

I have 3 years of experience working in various home, daycare, special needs and behavioral health environments. I strive to assist families by providing a loving environment for their children to thrive in. I practice gentle parenting and respectful childcare which focuses on building trusting relationships and respect that...
Abby can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

My name is Makayla and I am 23 years old! I enjoy sports and anything outdoors! I fell in love with kids during my middle school years! My mom was a stay at home mom, but during my middle school years she started nannying a 3-month-old boy! I absolutely fell in love with helping my mom watch him! I have about 8 years of...
Makayla can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Stephanie G.


Middletown, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Seeking Rewarding Job

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I currently work in the school system seeking some extra income. My job in the school I work with elementary age special needs students. I have my associates degree in early childhood education and child development. I have experience with infants, toddlers, and preschool age from working in childcare settings. I've also helped...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Stephanie has babysat for us on a number of occasions and has always been awesome! She is always prompt with her arrivals, and has been great with our son. We have a 10 month old in the peak of separation anxiety phase and she has been incredibly understanding and...

Shauna M.

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Angie B.


Middletown, PA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Social Worker

Hello! I am a masters level social worker who has years of experience working with individuals with disabilities. I work at Youth Advocate Program where I provide respite, companion, and HAB services to individuals with disabilities, and outpatient therapy for mental health and behaviors. I would love to provide you with...
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Alexis E.


Mount Wolf, PA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hi families! My name is Alexis & within the last two years I've had the chance to babysit for two AMAZING families. Currently I'm only looking for date night jobs because I work a full time job in law enforcement & don't want any long term commitments. When I babysit I love reading, doing any type of crafts, or even going to the...
Alexis can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alexis has a great personality and is wonderful with my 2 children who are ages 3 and 6. My 3 year old has special needs and she has always been SO amazing with him. She makes sure they go outside to play, interacts wonderfully with them, and takes Great care of...

Erica L.

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Bridget S.


Hershey, PA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! I'm looking to find some families to babysit for! I graduated last Spring with a bachelors in Psychology from Saint Mary's college. Throughout college I've babysat for two different families. I also have experience working with kids with autism. In the past I've been a camp counselor at Aaron's acres and interned at...
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Lyn G.


Palmyra, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I am an ex-teacher. I have worked as an aide in the School District and also Special Needs Classrooms. Presently I work at a daycare center and am looking for afternoon work, part-time.
Lyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Grew up with a brother with Down syndrome and another brother on the spectrum. Special education teacher of 8 years and lifelong babysitter
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Melissa M.


Palmyra, PA

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

2 1/2 years working with Adults on a inpatient cardiac unit 1 year and still working in the Neonatal Intensive Care unit at the Hershey Medical Center.
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Erin M.


Harrisburg, PA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Education

I have nine years of babysitting experience, in that time one of my families I grew close to had a child with Epilepsy and Seizures. I began working with the child regularly, with letters, numbers, potty training, and more. I soon learned I absolutely loved working with children with mental disabilities. This knowledge helped me...
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James B.


Hummelstown, PA

$16-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! Veteran Looking To Help Others For A Few Hours After My Job

I'd describe my personality as caring, adaptable and relaxed I like caring for people with special needs because it makes me feel fulfilled and have a purpose, especially when I see progress. I'm looking for a job that has consistent hours, get along well with the family and a good fit to help make progress. I started caring...
Hi there! I'm Cali and I recently graduated from Shippensburg University where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood and Special Education. I started babysitting regularly about 10 years ago. I have watched up to four kids at a time in home and am perfectly comfortable with that. I have special needs experience...
Cali can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Bryn P.


Hummelstown, PA

$10-25/hr2 yrs exp

Funny Sitter, Down To Do Anything

Hi, my name is Bryn. I've worked at a summer camp for the past three years, I've babysat for the past from ages 5-12. I'm a special education major who has experience with kids with special needs. I'm very outgoing and love to have fun and laugh but also know when it's time to out my foot down or be serious. I love doing...
Bryn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

As stated before I have had professional as well as personal experience with people with disabilities. I have an undergraduate degree in special education and worked one on one with students who had intellectual disabilities, autism, behavioral needs, as well as physical disabilities. I have been a natural caretaker with my...
Hello! My name is Sarah and I'm a mom with two kids! My children are 2. 5 and 4. 5! I have previously been a full time nanny for one family working with foster children and special needs children. I enjoy doing a lot of activities outside and arts and crafts on a daily basis! Ideally I would like to find a family that I could...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"My kids love Sarah! She provides the perfect balance of fun and structure. "

Nicole J.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Middletown, PA

Bernita B.

5.0

Bernita is just so nice and has a warm personality. She is kind and caring to my mom and completed all the tasks my mom had for her. She did wash and also helped her with bathing. Very nice person.

- Lori Y.

Stephanie G.

5.0

Stephanie has babysat for us on a number of occasions and has always been awesome! She is always prompt with her arrivals, and has been great with our son. We have a 10 month old in the peak of separation anxiety phase and she has been incredibly understanding and patient with him, even when he's...

- Shauna M.

Alexis E.

5.0

Alexis has a great personality and is wonderful with my 2 children who are ages 3 and 6. My 3 year old has special needs and she has always been SO amazing with him. She makes sure they go outside to play, interacts wonderfully with them, and takes Great care of them during her hired time. She plays...

- Erica L.

Sarah S.

5.0

My kids love Sarah! She provides the perfect balance of fun and structure.

- Nicole J.

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