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Ava W.


Lancaster, PA

$20/hr2 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Ava and I'm a dedicated nanny with a passion for ensuring both the safety and happiness of children. I have experience working with newborns and special needs children and am comfortable adapting to various needs and personalities. As a responsible driver, I can handle transportation when needed, and my...
Ava can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Caroline L.


Lancaster, PA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

5.0

(2)

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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Jeff Y.


Airville, PA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part-Time Child & Youth Companion Worker

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in a variety of roles, including one-on-one caregiver for high functional youth, group home house parent, and a season as a Juvenile Justice transportation driver. I have also worked for 4 years in Early Childhood Education, where I worked with families to help them education their young children. As a father of...
5.0
"Hired Jeff to drive me to a surgical appointment. He was on-time, professional and thoughtful. Also jumped in where needed when the appointment ran a little longer and got more complicated than expected."

Candace V.

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Lorna Y.


Columbia, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA

I am a certified nursing assistant with 30 years experience in the healthcare field. I really enjoy working with mentally handicapped adults and have a lot of experience working with them! I also have worked in hospitals, nursing homes, and have also worked as a house parent in a home with 8 adults. I am looking for night shift...
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Olivia Q.


Ephrata, PA

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Future Teacher

4.2

(5)

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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Lydia F.


Lititz, PA

$12-17/hr4 yrs exp

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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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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Francis M.


Ephrata, PA

$18-35/hr8 yrs exp

Child Development Expert

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a committed Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) with aspirations to become an (RBT) Registered Behavior Technician. Impacting young lives as a therapist has been profoundly rewarding. I thrive when working with supportive, kind-hearted families who prioritize their children. Specializing in special needs, I completed a Child...
Francis can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Franny is like part of our family! We hired her through care.com a few years back and she did an amazing job nannying our little girl. We highly recommend her for any job. She does well with educating, playing, and cooking for our daughter. Very responsible, kind...

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Mckenna F.


Darlington, MD

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Time To Play & Learn

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is McKenna, I live in the Darlington area. I work at a special needs school from 8 a.m. to 3:20 p.m. M-F, I am 23 years old, I have been working with kids at schools for 5+ years. I have a 3-year-old nephew & a niece that's now 3 months old in Texas :)) I have always LOVED working with kids and they seem to latch...
Mckenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

3.0
"Did not hire because Mckenna didn’t call back. "

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Lisa C.


Windsor, PA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I grew up in a family of eight children and also care for relatives, cousins, nieces, and nephews. I come from a large extended family that is constantly in need of child care. I also offered my services to families in my community and families that attended my elementary school. These families knew me well and understood that I...
Lisa can also help with: Travel, carpooling
5.0
"I had Lisa watch my 3 daughters (ages 6.5, 3, 6 weeks) for my husband's work event. She did fantastic. She was punctual, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. Our kids loved her! I would highly recommend her services to anyone looking for reliable and exceptional care...

Katie D.

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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: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hello! My name is Hailee, I am 20 years old and graduated from Avon Grove school district. I am currently working in the Oxford school district as a PCA aiding children throughout the school day with autism and behavioral needs. I am currently looking for work during the summer months the school has off. I have plentiful...
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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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Emma M.


Colora, MD

$23-29/hr4 yrs exp

I am currently a paraprofessional at a cecil county public school throughout the school year, but off in the summers. I am lucky to have worked with kids of all ages and all types special needs. I am comfortable with all pets and animals, having a chickens, a pit bull and bunnies myself. I routinely work with children on the...
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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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Olivia Q.


Ephrata, PA

$13-22/hr2 yrs exp

Hi I'm Olivia, my whole life has revolved around special needs as both my sister and my father have been deaf, legally blind since birth, as well as being on the Austin Spectrum. This is nothing new to me and I find uniqueness a great gift to be celebrated not discouraged or looked down upon. I hope to meet your loved ones. :)
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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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Tressa B.


Gap, PA

$16-22/hr6 yrs exp

I love working with children ! I have experience with all age children including infant/toddlers. I am currently CPR certified, as well as having my registered behavioral tech certification. I have worked with children on all ranges of the spectrum, as well as other special needs also, a lot of experience with a variety of...
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Chloe P.


Rising Sun, MD

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Paraprofessional And Nanny

I'm an experienced caregiver with four years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion lies in making a positive impact on children's lives. I believe in creating an environment where children can learn, grow, and have fun. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I have a knack for engaging children with...
Chloe can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Eliza S.


Mountville, PA

$12-17/hr1 yrs exp

RN With Child And Teaching Experience, In School To Become A Speech Therapist

I'm a registered nurse with lots of experience with children and special needs (I have a 3-year-old and 10-month-old I'd love to bring along). Currently back in online college for Speech therapy and working on learning sign language. Great with educational activities with plans to home school my own kids. Love teaching kiddos...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in New Providence, PA

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.

Jeff Y.

5.0

Hired Jeff to drive me to a surgical appointment. He was on-time, professional and thoughtful. Also jumped in where needed when the appointment ran a little longer and got more complicated than expected.

- Candace V.

Olivia Q.

5.0

So glad we found Olivia. She is fantastic with our son. Smooth communication and a joy to have in our home. Highly recommended.

- Care member

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.

Francis M.

5.0

We hired Francis for a work event at a hotel, and she was absolutely fantastic! Her communication was clear and prompt from the start, and she was very reliable. As soon as she met the kids, I could tell she was going to be amazing with them. Don’t hesitate to book her—she’s truly wonderful!

- Care member

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