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I have been caring for my cousin with autism throughout childhood so I'm familiar with autistic special needs. As well as another child I nannied for.
I have taken care of dementia patients as well.
I currently am a PCA in a special education classroom (three years) and attend Lehigh University for my masters in special education!
Patricia B.
Ottsville, PA
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have 8 years of working experience with an adult with Cerebral Palsy.
Lindsay F.
Ottsville, PA
$20-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello and nice to meet you! Thank you for taking the time to look over my profile as a possible candidate for your position. I am a mother of 2 children (ages 5 and 7 years old). I love being around children and helping them grow and become independent with their strengths and abilities. I have been working as a licensed...
Agata K.
Milford, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Agata and I'm 42 years old. I graduated with a master's degree in education from Nicolaus Capernicus University in Torun, Poland, with a specialization in special education. I have over 18 years of experience working with children. The last 6 years I have spent working with special needs children aged 3 to 8 in a...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Agata was a great caregiver of our children (7m and 5.5 yo). She genuinely cared about them. She is responsible, reliable and flexible. She loved getting down on the floor to play with them. She is creative and did fun projects and crafts. She listened to our...
Monika S.
Phyllis M.
Pipersville, PA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring Mom Experienced In Child Care & Reading Skills As Well As Basic Needs For The Elderly.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Worked with young children on reading skills.
Tutored college students in Algebra.
Transportation, errands, quality time spent with the elderly.
5.0
"We love Phyllis and can't imagine life without her now!!"
Christine M.
Mary K.
Perkasie, PA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Special Education Teacher Major, Many Years Of Experience In Child Care, Available Evenings And Weekends
5.0
(1)
I worked in a special needs high school as a teacher's assistant. I baby-sit for friends with children with special needs. I have a brother with special needs as well.
5.0
(1)
My name is Veronica. I have been taking care of children for the past 10 years. I am an enthusiastic and energetic young adult who likes working with children. I am a great care provider and parents who put trust of their children in my care recognize it immediately. I am organized, punctual, patient and flexible. I like to...
Michele M.
Doylestown, PA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Occupational Therapist (25 Yrs Exp) - Available For Thru Geriatrics
5.0
(4)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a single mother of 2 high schoolers and have a Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy (OT). I have 25 years of experience working with all ages and conditions and have worked in early intervention, schools, inpatient rehab, outpatient, medical daycare, skilled nursing facilities, sub and post-acute rehab, assisted living,...
Michele can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My friend posted the ad for a sitter and we found Michele! She is personable and very easy going. She followed our hectic schedule with doctor appointments, errands of of course looking after our 2 and 5 year old with ease. She's great. I highly recommend her!"
Jackie K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Suzie, and I just love being around children and have been taking care of them for most of my life. I started babysitting at 16, and at 18 I began work at a daycare where I worked for almost 9 years. While working there, I took care of infants, toddlers, pre-schoolers, grade schoolers, and special needs children. I also...
Susan can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My daughter loves when Suzie comes over. She has babysat for me many times the last couple years and is a lovely, playful person. And is very good around our 2 dogs. "
Care member
Phyllis M.
Pipersville, PA
$20-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have approximately two years experience working with children who have bipolar disorder, and autism.
I also have worked with young adults & children who were on the spectrum.
Michele M.
Doylestown, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mom / Experienced Pediatric OT Available For FT Or PT Nannying
5.0
(1)
I have over 20 yrs of pediatric experience as an Occupational Therapist working with children with special needs, both with cognitive and physical impairments as well as children with Autism, Aspergers, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Traumatic Brain Injury, Burns, Cancer and the "medically fragile" to name just a few. I left the...
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kate and I'm 32 years old and live in Flemington NJ with my 8-year-old chocolate lab. I have 10+ years of experience with all ages groups, and as well as special needs. I'm a non smoker, responsible, trustworthy, reliable and punctual. I have clean driving record with a spacious and safe car and a perfect background...
Kate can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kate has been babysitting my 5 year old daughter for 4 years. My daughter loves spending time with her and always has a lot of fun when they're together! Kate engages in arts and crafts and often takes Emily to the park and other fun activities! She is punctual,...
Lee M.
Elisa B.
Doylestown, PA
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the dedicated mother of an amazing child who has special needs. I am also a certified special education teacher, with a passion for providing support for those who need more individualized and empathetic attention.
5.0
"Elisa was amazing in watching our kids after school. We can't say enough great things about her. A great person to hire!"
John V.
Hello! I'm Jessica, a 24-year-old graduate student located in Frenchtown, NJ. Currently babysitting for 4 different families, I am looking to add more hours for Thursdays and Fridays. I have experience with as young as 4 months old, and also have experience with special needs children. I worked as a behavioral assistant for 2...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As well as my vast childcare experience, I have been a personal assistant, driver, dog sitter, and house manager in the homes of C-level executives and UHNW clients. I am a childcare professional with more than 10 years of experience, specializing in caring for infants and special needs children. Along with this experience, I...
Claire can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Mia D.
Doylestown, PA
$21-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am a compassionate caregiver with two years of experience working with children on the autism spectrum, ages 2 to 18. Patient and attentive, I focus on each child's unique needs. Currently, I am pursuing a graduate certification to become a BCBA within the next two years.
Katie L.
Dublin, PA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello,
My name is Katie and would love the opportunity to work with you and your family. I have 20 years experience as a live in/out nanny, and have a background in social work. I have many years experience working with children who need a little extra love (special needs), and considered it a passion of mine. I am also...
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hi there! I have not had professional training for special needs caring, but at a ripe age of 9 my mom passed away and I have a younger special needs brother I've cared for most of his life. He has about four or five diagnoses, but I have been able to understand him. I was the only one able to know what he wanted or what he...
Katie L.
Dublin, PA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello,
My name is Katie and would love the opportunity to work with you and your family. I have 10 years experience as a live in/out nanny, and have a background in social work. I have many years experience working with children who need a little extra love (special needs), and considered it a passion of mine. I am also...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ottsville, PA
Agata K.
5.0
Agata was a great caregiver of our children (7m and 5.5 yo). She genuinely cared about them. She is responsible, reliable and flexible. She loved getting down on the floor to play with them. She is creative and did fun projects and crafts. She listened to our directions well and was always...
- Monika S.
Phyllis M.
5.0
We love Phyllis and can't imagine life without her now!!
- Christine M.
Michele M.
5.0
My friend posted the ad for a sitter and we found Michele! She is personable and very easy going. She followed our hectic schedule with doctor appointments, errands of of course looking after our 2 and 5 year old with ease. She's great. I highly recommend her!
- Jackie K.
Susan K.
5.0
My daughter loves when Suzie comes over. She has babysat for me many times the last couple years and is a lovely, playful person. And is very good around our 2 dogs.
- Care member
Kate D.
5.0
Kate has been babysitting my 5 year old daughter for 4 years. My daughter loves spending time with her and always has a lot of fun when they're together! Kate engages in arts and crafts and often takes Emily to the park and other fun activities! She is punctual, reliable and very friendly. I would...
- Lee M.
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