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30 special needs caregivers are listed in Orrtanna, PA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in Orrtanna, PA

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Denise F.


Orrtanna, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Indiviual Available Full Time

5.0

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I am looking for full work. I have worked with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities for 19 years. I have my. master's degree in ABA. I enjoy working with this population because I love to see smiles on their faces when they do things they didn't think they could do or they enjoy doing. I am CPR/First Aid...
5.0
"Denise has an excellent background in psychology which has been extremely helpful during her care of our Schizophrenic daughter. She took the initiative to help our daughter learn life skills such as shopping, cooking, and interaction with the public. She even...

Carol B.

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Randi D.


Fairfield, PA

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hello I'm a 46-year-old female . I'm a surgical technologist and have been in the medical field 25 years. I am also a mother to a special needs child. I enjoy hiking , anything outside , and reading . Although I have never officially been a nanny , my string medical background and the special needs of my own child make me very...
Randi can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Giovanna K.


Gettysburg, PA

$22/hr6 yrs exp

Big Sister Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi parents! My name is Giovanna K. and I grew up in Londonderry, NH. I recently went off to my first semester of college in Gettysburg, PA and while there, my parents moved up north to Tuftonboro in order to be closer to the lake. I have been a babysitter since 7th grade and nannied full-time over the summer. My experience has...
Giovanna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sarah W.


Gettysburg, PA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Tutor/Physical Activity Specialist

Throughout the past few years, I have had the opportunity to work with students and children with various disabilities in the aspect of education and physical activity. As a current special education teacher, I work with high school students with intellectual disabilities transitioning from school to work. Within this role, I...
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Kimberley K.


Fairfield, PA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Evening/Weekend

Volunteering and caring for special needs children has given me experience and joy. Throughout the years I have helped my friend's take care of their special needs children as well giving them much needed breaks and sanity. I have found the most important gift you need is lots of love and patience.
I have many years of experience working with and taking care of children. I have 8 nieces and nephews ranging from ages 1-13 years and have been helping take care of them their whole lives. I went to Mount St. Mary's University for Elementary Education for 3 years which included internships each year working with children in the...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Brittany F.


Chambersburg, PA

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Hello I'm Brittany, I'm 36 years old wife/mother. I'm an animal lover, non smoker. I'm very fun, loving, trustworthy, I have a BIG heart, I'm dependable and a very proactive person. I'm First Aid/CPR/AED certified. I have my own transportation. I'm very active I love the outdoors, playing sports, crafts, swimming, singing and...
5.0
"Brittany is very organized and enjoys teaching children. She listens carefully to your concerns and applies what is impirtant to you with regards to your child. I have watched her interact with her own daughter and I can tell you she is firm, yet very caring in...

Deborah R.

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Amanda A.


Smithsburg, MD

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionte Individual Looking To Help Others

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there my name is Amanda, I was an EMT for over 15 years. I am currently a CNA, stay at home mom with 3 children. I'm looking to make some extra money, use my skills, and help others. I am CPR certified and Covid Vaccinated. I have a lot of skills to be used for your loved one. I look forward to hearing from you and hopefully...
5.0
"Amanda helped give me much needed respite care at the end of my mom's life. She loved and cared for my mom like she was her own. She was a huge blessing to us. She took the initiative to do things without direction that were super helpful like tidying up and she...

Heidi M.

I am a mother of two. I work with elderly special needs and have had a lot of experience working with young children. I am CMT and CPR FA/AED certified.
Maddie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Maddie J.


Taneytown, MD

$25-28/hr4 yrs exp

I have worked with an agency for about 5 years now that serves individuals with special needs. I have worked in a residential setting and at a day program. Job duties included personal hygiene, meal prep, medication administration and community based activities.
Maddie can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, transportation
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Theresa H.


Smithsburg, MD

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Professional Support For Individuals With Special Needs

I have worked at the Arc of Carroll County MD for over 8 years. I have developed caring relationships with individuals and their families. All training required is up to date. Teaching is my passion! I have an Elementary Education B. A. degree and am certified. We homeschooled our 3 sons for 15 years. My experience provides...
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Emma F.


Chambersburg, PA

$19-38/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Emma I just recently moved from Washington State to PA this month! Talk about a trip I never want to do again, lol. I have experience taking care of infant to toddler stages from being a nanny ( on this site ) to working at a daycare. I have experience with colic, special needs, unfortunately abused children who...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Destiny E.


Shippensburg, PA

$15-16/hr

Part-time/Full-time Caregiver

I am a Senior at Shippensburg University studying Early Childhood and Special Education as a Dual Major. I currently work at Genius Kids in Mechanicsburg as a preschool teacher, but when school starts back up I will be looking for other options.
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Kelli G.


Littlestown, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Career Preschool Teacher Of 20+ Years Looking For Full Time Job

I have over 20 years of experience as a early education and preschool teacher and love children. In addition, I have been a nanny for years to children from birth through early elementary age. I have worked with three different families since becoming a nanny seven years ago. I have a Bachelors of Arts degree in Liberal Arts...
Kelli can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sophie W.


Waynesboro, PA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

I am a part time Masters student and I am looking for some occasional part-time or date night type jobs while I am attending school. I have been working at a school for children on the Autism spectrum for almost a year as well as working with children with Autism at home. I absolutely love working with this population and really...
I've been caring for children since I had my oldest at 15. I'm now 23 years old. I've taken care of my own kids, and most of my friends children. Special needs, non-verbal, young and older! One of my best traits is PATIENCE. I have a lot of that to go around and I love kids. They bring me joy.
Marlana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Hi! Nice to meet you my name is Leah! I have been in the childcare scene for around 5 years now. I have experience with all ages and genders along with special needs and newborns. I love children and getting to help them grow and develop through this crazy life! Along with being a nanny, I also cook, light clean, and help with...
Leah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
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Abigail W.


Littlestown, PA

$18-45/hr10 yrs exp

I have 11 years of experience. I currently work at a local school district as a Personal care assistant for a special needs student who I adore. I love kids and always love to have fun & take them places to let them enjoy their time as kids!!
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Sarah S.


Cascade, MD

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Fun, Creative And Responsible

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Sarah and I'm 22 years old. I'm currently looking to nanny for a family that is closer to my home in western Maryland. I have been a professional nanny through care. com for the past 3 years. The child that I currently nanny for has given me the experience with handling children of special needs. I am...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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Emily M.


Littlestown, PA

$12-16/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

I started babysitting at age 13 and I've loved it ever since. I've nannied for several families with multiple kids of various ages. Names and phone numbers can be provided as references from previous families. I have extensive First aid and CPR training from the Howard County Police department. I have an early childcare...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Orrtanna, PA

Denise F.

5.0

Denise has an excellent background in psychology which has been extremely helpful during her care of our Schizophrenic daughter. She took the initiative to help our daughter learn life skills such as shopping, cooking, and interaction with the public. She even helps our daughter learn these skills...

- Carol B.

Brittany F.

5.0

Brittany is very organized and enjoys teaching children. She listens carefully to your concerns and applies what is impirtant to you with regards to your child. I have watched her interact with her own daughter and I can tell you she is firm, yet very caring in her style of communicating with her...

- Deborah R.

Amanda A.

5.0

Amanda helped give me much needed respite care at the end of my mom's life. She loved and cared for my mom like she was her own. She was a huge blessing to us. She took the initiative to do things without direction that were super helpful like tidying up and she was very organized. She was also very...

- Heidi M.

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