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Special needs caregivers in Oreland, PA

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Meghan D.


Oreland, PA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

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In college, I worked at a center for individuals with autism. Here I found that working with individuals with special needs is one of my passions. I love learning with them and helping them get the skills they need to be successful in the community.
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Melissa V.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Or Full Time Nannie Available

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am 27 and a patient, compassionate nanny with 7+ years of experience caring for children ages 6 months to 12 years. I currently work as a behavioral specialist at an elementary school and have 5 years of experience being a Behavioral Health Technician for kids with behavioral problems and disabilities. I treat all children...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Melissa took care of my daughter from 5 months old. She is kind, caring and timely! Highly recommend."

Christina F.

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Ariana B.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter/nanny.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I've been working with children since I was 18. . I've worked as an assistant preschool teacher with children ages 1-6 at 2 Montessori schools and a Reggio-Waldorf inspired nature preschool. I have also worked at a residence for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities for 2 years and have extensive experience...
Ariana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"We have a rowdy 5 year old who can be quite the handful but she handled him well."

James P.

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Jackelyn M.


Warminster, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter About 15 Years, Looking For A P/T Job I Have Take Care Of 2 Autistic Boys

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Jackelyn I am home care aide as well as a nanny as well as a driver for people that need to be taken to appointments or for kids activities I have done both of this things. I have worked from babies to seniors as well I have worked with special needs I have two kids girl and boy and I been working with kids since...
Jackelyn can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Lori-ann W.


Warminster, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

To Help Another You Must Show Up

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced caregiver with a heart. You all need compassion/understanding and support. Going above and beyond with availability and all needs for whole family! Specializes in long term, paralysis, MS, etc Special Needs autistic, downs syndrome of all ages, but not limited to. Check out my reviews! Willing to do occasional...
5.0
"When I first met Lori I knew she would be the perfect fit for caring for my family member with progressing MS. She said to me that she wanted a job where she truly felt needed and one where she could make a difference in the quality of not only her clients life,...

Kristine I.

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Sadla G.


Norristown, PA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time/full-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Sadla, I am 37 years old, and I live in East Norriton . I'm looking for a part-time position (mornings). I have a lot of previous experience with infants, toddlers, and school-aged children. I also have a focused experience of working with special needs children. I worked for 6 years for the same family as a nanny....
Sadla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Wonderful caregiver. Doesn't get any better! "

Melissa M.

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Asia H.


Philadelphia, PA

$23/hr3 yrs exp

Paraprofessional 03-2023-01-2024 Daycare Assistant 04-2022-01-2023 Nanny 01-2022-07-2023

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello families! I am a 19-year-old babysitter trying to find a full time job. Anydays work for me, preferably 7am-5 p.m. but I am VERY flexible. I would prefer to use the families nanny car, I have a clean driving record and is licensed. I am asking for $22-27 an hour depending on the families number of children and the workload...
Asia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Asia is an excellent person & loves my daughter so much. Sad that we moved away we will miss her!"

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Karen D.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-20/hr

Mount Airy And Vicinity Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked as a social worker for over 25 years with children in a variety of settings. In the past few years I have worked as a substitute teacher in the school district of Phila as well as with individual children with special needs.
Karen can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
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Victoria D.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Nanny And Baby Sitter Looking To Do Full Time Care And Babysitting Jobs

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am currently looking for a part time or full time position along with some babysitting/date nights as well. I am currently a behavioral health technician but am now looking to nanny again! My last position before that was with a 2 month baby for about two months. Before that I was a nanny for two kiddos at 6-month-old...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Victoria is amazing with children. My girls ages 9, 7 & 2 love when they are with her. They are so excited, have so much fun and are sad when she leaves. She is kind and caring. I can’t recommend her highly enough."

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Sadla G.


Norristown, PA

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hello, my name is Sadla, and I'm 33 years old, I'm a nursing student. I live in King of Prussia, Pa and I'm looking for a live-out babysitter/ nanny position. I have a lot of experience with kids including special needs. I worked for 6 years for the same family as a nanny. They have 3 wonderful kids and one of them, the eldest,...
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Brandi R.


Huntingdon Valley, PA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Education Major Full Of Love

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a 31-year-old wife and mom. Not only do I have experience with special needs children and IEP's as a professional, but as a mom as well. My daughter was diagnosed autistic at a year and a half. My husband and I have used some sign language. I am always learning new things in the field of education and child...
Brandi can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Brandi was a full time nanny for our infant daughter from about 13 weeks to almost 5 months old. She was wonderful! She was joyful, with lots of songs and funny sounds and creative play. She worked with my daughter on physical milestones like tummy time and...

Mckenzie C.

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Caroline Z.


Warminster, PA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

If you are looking for a positive, dedicated and enthusiastic helper who knows how to work with kids with special needs, I am the right person. I have experience in child development and child psychology. I am very responsible and patient. Mom of two kids with clear background check and driving record. Child abuse clearance also...
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Marnie F.


Philadelphia, PA

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver With Full Time Job Looking For Extra Work Once In A While

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have 20 years experience. I love kids and all throughout college and high school and living in DC afterwards I worked as a nanny and babysitter and also spent summers as a camp counselor for kids with special needs. I am getting married this year and want a little bonus money to help with cost. I keep in touch with little ones...
Marnie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Marnie was so sweet with our 2.5 yr old and thorough with our 3 month old! Would definitely hire her again"

Care member

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Renee W.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nanny

I was a school teacher for Philadelphia and most classes I taught were fully integrated. I have worked with special Olympics and with special people in the north east . My masters background is special education and my cousin has Down syndrome and is a 25-year-old grown man. I have worked with him very closely through the years....
5.0
"was always on time and could count on"

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Kaitlin Y.


Glenside, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of children for over 10 years. I have worked in a daycare, been a nanny, babysitter, Mother's helper, and live in nanny for newborns-preteen age and children with special needs. I am currently working full time at a non-profit for kids and volunteer with kids during the school year. I am comfortable...
Kaitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"I found in Kaitlyn the most important qualities that any responsible parent would look for in a babysitter; someone who is dependable, trustworthy, loving to my daughter, fun and safe. She incorporates creativity and learning into her daily activities. She even...

Iris S.

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Dacia B.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I was an ABA therapist for many years, specializing in Early Intervention. Since September 2020, I have helped children ages 5-12, with virtual schooling, including homework help and tutoring as needed. I tutored children ages 4-6 in preschool/school skills. I have been a caregiver for children, in 5 different families, ages 5...
5.0
"I don’t have enough words to express my love and appreciation for Dacia!! She began with us when my older son was about to turn two. They had an instant connection and I felt immediately comfortable and trusting of Dacia. She’s a confident, incredibly smart and...

Care member

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Nicole C.


Philadelphia, PA

$23-45/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time/ Date Night Sitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Nicole a recent grad from Colorado State University. A little bit about me, I graduated with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I have been working as a nanny for 5 years and babysitting for about 4 years. As my time as a nanny, I worked with a variety of families in which each was special in their own...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"She’s lovely- the kind of person you can trust with your children. According to my oldest she’s “pretty rad.”"

Care member

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Dora S.


Philadelphia, PA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello I have worked with the elderly who have dementia. I am happy to do meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping, and errands.
5.0
"Dora did a 1 month overnight care role for my elderly mother three times a week. She was lovely to interact with, kind, compassionate, communicative, punctual, and patient with my mom who could become very anxious at night. Dora played my moms fav game, Rumikub...

Marilyn B.

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Greta R.


Bala Cynwyd, PA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Evening And Weekend Care Giving

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a special education teacher who has worked with children preschool to 12th grade with various needs including emotional support. As an individual and family, I have been on the care team for friends and family with medical conditions.
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Linda F.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter - Available Part Time

Hi !!! My name is Linda. I have been working with children for five years. Throughout my experience, I have been blessed enough to work hands on with children who have special needs for the past two years. I am currently a special needs adviser at the School District of Philadelphia. The children that I have worked with ranges...
Linda can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
" Linda is extremely calm and patient and has great ideas when it comes to children's behaviors. I have also utilized Linda as a pet sitter in my home while I was away. She enjoys spending time with children and always had my child excited about her coming over to...

Shari A.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Oreland, PA

Melissa V.

5.0

Melissa took care of my daughter from 5 months old. She is kind, caring and timely! Highly recommend.

- Christina F.

Ariana B.

5.0

I was in town for a wedding and didn't know anyone that could watch my daughter. This was my first time leaving my 1 year old with anyone other than family. Ariana was amazing with her and brought so many great toys to keep my baby entertained. Ariana was so accommodating to the location and my...

- Vanessa H.

Lori-ann W.

5.0

When I first met Lori I knew she would be the perfect fit for caring for my family member with progressing MS. She said to me that she wanted a job where she truly felt needed and one where she could make a difference in the quality of not only her clients life, but their family as well. She has...

- Kristine I.

Sadla G.

5.0

Wonderful caregiver. Doesn't get any better!

- Melissa M.

Asia H.

5.0

Asia came for a visit and was full of energy. She interacted with my daughter and within minutes was having a great time with her. Asia has a bubbly personality and clearly has a passion for taking care of children. Thank you for your time Asia!

- Ceylan T.

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