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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Palmerton, PA
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Palmerton, PA
I have not worked with special needs individuals professionally. But I helped care for my aunt, who had spinal meningitis at a young that resulted in her having the mental state of a small child until she passed. At that time I was a small child, but my siblings and I knew our aunt was different from the others and so we argued...
Devan R.
Northampton, PA
$14-19/hr
I have experience caring for special needs persons, as I have grown up with and currently live with a special needs relative. I love kids and have a lot a patience! I am a quick learner and open-minded, would love to get to you and your family and help make life easier for all of you.
Devan can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Juliana B.
Walnutport, PA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Juliana I've Been Baby Sitting For 5 Years And I Have A lot Of Experience With Special Needs Children.I Enjoy Working With Children And Encouraging A Fun And Safe Environment.
I've worked with children from 0 to 15 years old. I spent 4 years working with children with disabilities. I am CPR & AED certified, I have clean background checks. Ive taught dance classes with children, and love doing arts and crafts.
Juliana can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Devan R.
Northampton, PA
$16-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as fun, approachable, and sincere
I grew up with my aunt, Nanette, who had Down syndrome. She lived with my nuclear family since I was about 12. For the last six months, I lived with her, helping her caregivers, as well as being her full-time overnight caregiver. She has changed my life, and has...
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Bianca I am 20 years old and I am a junior currently attending Moravian College in Bethlehem, PA. I am currently majoring in early education so your children will always be safe. with me! I can also provide. tutoring for your kids. after school as I have tutored kids before. I have previously worked. in a...
Bianca can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Bianca takes great care of my 2 1/2 year old boy, and is very punctual! She helps keep things neat and tidy as my toddler undoes things, and plays and interacts with him. I am grateful for her help, as it has helped me to plan my work week. Thank you!"
Laura O.
Saskeya D.
Stroudsburg, PA
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Saskeya, I have 3 years experience of baby sitting. I can assist with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I'm a great cook and I'm very keen and big on safety. I have worked with many families and have also worked with special needs children. I enjoy reading, playing games, taking walks and doing art and crafts with...
Saskeya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Saskeya was an amazing caregiver who took care of my 5 month old daughter and a 2 year old. She took care of my daughter as her own. She also did activities with my 2 year old. Saskeya is polite, well spoken and communicates very well. She also assisted me with...
Eno U.
5.0
(1)
I have been a home health aid since 2000, and have a special education degree. I have taken care of the disabled ( both mental and physical challenged and sometimes both).
I have experience and have very caring and kind heart. I do my best to care and be helpful for people in my care. I have experience with all ages from...
5.0
(1)
Greetings,
My name Tayana and I love helping kids develop into their little personalities! Though I am not your typical caretaker, I have plenty of experience with kids with special needs. I've have spent my last 8 years in working in a self contained classroom as a para, and the past few years I have moved up to a Behavior...
Tayana can also help with: Travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tayana is a great, caring and dependable girl. She truly has the best interest of children in mind. She truly cares about the children and their well being.
she likes teaching and seeing children grow. she is honest and hard working
i highly recommend Tayana!"
Sherry M.
Januarie F.
Bethlehem, PA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been educating, and caring for children for the last 13 years. Ive worked in school settings as well as privately in the home. I've worked with children from Ages 0-18 and I specialize with caring for special education/special needs children from k-12 grades. I'm very professional, efficient and effective. Some skills...
5.0
"Miss J was our nanny for a few weeks before a change in our family situation. She was dependable and kept my daughter busy and entertained. My daughter enjoyed singing songs, reading books, and playing outside with Miss J. She is easy to work with and followed our...
Nicole O.
Debra B.
Allentown, PA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(23)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am CPR/first aid certified CNA/caregiver. 5 yrs. technical partner Lehigh Valley hosp. 5yrs. Good Shepherd . I also do life sharing, special needs individuals live in my home. I had a small business for a bit with caregivers of my own. I clearly understand how difficult it is to find good honest quality care. Risky business! I...
Debra can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, respite care, home modification, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Deborah has been caring for my uncle for almost five years, and her dedication and compassion have been truly remarkable. She is deeply considerate and understanding of his dementia and Alzheimer's, always showing patience and kindness. Deborah goes above and...
Justin P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Carina. I am 30 years old. I am the oldest of 4 children and have always aided in their care. I have babysat neighborhood children since I was 12. I have been a nanny to 2 families. I have worked in a physical therapy office as a rehab tech. I also worked as a Residential Care worker in the past and was responsible...
Carina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carina cared for my 8 month old baby part time for almost 5 months. She was kind, caring, and loving with my baby. It's clear that she loves children, and they love her back. She has endless patience and was able to get baby to sleep when no one else could. I would...
Mary H.
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Vision! I am 22 years old.
I am a senior nursing student and I graduate with my RN license in April. I am BLS certified and have over 3 years of clinical experience caring for children from under the age of 3 mo old up to 18 years old. I also have been working as a CNA at St. Luke's hospital since 2020 and...
Vision can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
(1)
I have had the blessing of a wide range of clients and I am seeking another wonderful person to care for. My experience with special need clients include down syndrome, autism spectrum, traumatic brain injury, obsessive compulsive disorder, attention deficit disorder, ADHD, anger-control issues, dementia and neurologically...
5.0
"Debbie is such a sweet, tender caregiver. She really does care for her clients. When she was working for me, she became one of my best friends. I felt like I could share anything with her.
But more importantly, she really kept on top of things for me. She made...
Jamie T.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Alex and I am a home school mama to two child (ages 11-boy & 16-girl). My youngest spent the first 2 weeks in NICU so I also have experience w/special needs babies as my son was one! I have a degree in Art Education and taught Mixed Media Art to middle & high school level students as well as Science @ the...
Alexandria can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alex was great with my two young kids. They both had a great time! She was so good with everything we keep having her back over and over."
Jeremy S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently work as a paraprofessional (personal aide) at a school for children with special needs. The child I work with, majority of the other children in my school are on the autism spectrum. It gives me great joy waking up every day knowing that I am making a huge impact on someone's life. I love my job, and I love children...
5.0
"Tayana is great! She is incredibly caring and attentive to our two toddlers. We especially appreciate the care she shows to our son, who we suspect is on the spectrum of autism. She is patient, understanding, and creative. She also learns fast and handles...
Missy W.
5.0
(1)
Hi,
I am a 25-year-old mental health professional looking to start babysitting. I absolutely love kids and have been working with children of all ages my whole life. I was an assistant teacher at pre-school with the majority of children having special needs or some type of learning disability or behavioral issue. I have worked...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Ruby (Sara) watches my dog Franklin often and he absolutely LOVES HER! She is one of the only people I will trust my baby with. I know she treats him like her own dog! She is incredibly intuitive, caring, and gentle with both dogs and people. I have also had Ruby...
Victoria J.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been in the healthcare field since 2000, I have worked at hospitals nursing homes also have brought clients with nowhere to go in my home for care. I am CPR certified, first aid training & CNA certified. I do have a very few honest reliable girls that work with me, when I am on vacation or unavailable. My references are...
5.0
"Debbie is an wonderful caring individual who provides great support and attention. Her willingness to learn about particular needs and adapt is a strength.
My son who has Autism and is non-verbal has really taken to her and this without a doubt due to her...
Shawn K.
I Have Been A Home Health Aide For About 10 Years Have taken Care Of Elderly, Children And Special Needs Have My Own Vehicle Very Responsible And Dependable .
Vianes can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, personal care, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have worked at Daily Bloomer's Day Care and In Arms Reach Daycare watching children of all ages, from infants to elementary students. Since I was a teenager I have been babysitting. I have taken care of kids of all ages from newborns-teenagers, that would include my younger siblings to children that lived in my neighborhood,...
Lauryn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Providing care to infants through school age. Working with special needs children through young adult and elderly.
Kelly can also help with: Dementia, home modification, personal care
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Palmerton, PA
Bianca B.
5.0
Bianca takes great care of my 2 1/2 year old boy, and is very punctual! She helps keep things neat and tidy as my toddler undoes things, and plays and interacts with him. I am grateful for her help, as it has helped me to plan my work week. Thank you!
- Laura O.
Saskeya D.
5.0
Saskeya was an amazing caregiver who took care of my 5 month old daughter and a 2 year old. She took care of my daughter as her own. She also did activities with my 2 year old. Saskeya is polite, well spoken and communicates very well. She also assisted me with some child related household items,...
- Eno U.
Tayana B.
5.0
Tayana is a great, caring and dependable girl. She truly has the best interest of children in mind. She truly cares about the children and their well being.
she likes teaching and seeing children grow. she is honest and hard working
i highly recommend Tayana!
- Sherry M.
Januarie F.
5.0
Miss J was our nanny for a few weeks before a change in our family situation. She was dependable and kept my daughter busy and entertained. My daughter enjoyed singing songs, reading books, and playing outside with Miss J. She is easy to work with and followed our established routine.
- Nicole O.
Debra B.
5.0
Deborah has been caring for my uncle for almost five years, and her dedication and compassion have been truly remarkable. She is deeply considerate and understanding of his dementia and Alzheimer's, always showing patience and kindness. Deborah goes above and beyond to be welcoming during family...
- Justin P.
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