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354 special needs caregivers are listed in Philadelphia, PA

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Philadelphia, PA

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Mary K.


Philadelphia, PA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Mary. I live in Philadelphia and am currently open to babysitting opportunities! I work as a prevention specialist and spend my days providing social emotional and anti-violence lessons in Philadelphia elementary schools. I have a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and my work experience is as a paraprofessional...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Lailah I.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Summer Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a babysitter for multiple families for about 10 years. I was also a camp counselor for a couple of years. In addition, I have a 13-year-old brother who I have helped care for since he was born. I absolutely love children and love playing, taking care of and spending time with them. I am big on arts and crafts but...
Lailah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

In my three years of childcare experience, I have worked with both special needs children and groups of siblings. I have worked in public schools in the area and with a variety of ages. I am in my third year of college for Early Education and Special Education. My education reinforces my values and techniques when working with...
Bridget can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have several years of experience working in pediatrics, where I've had the opportunity to care for children of all ages, including those with special needs such as autism, ADHD, and sensory processing disorders. Through this experience, I've developed a deep understanding of how to provide compassionate, patient-centered care...
Timisha can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

CNA

I am an artist and educator with a Masters in Art Education from VCU. I was a Museum Educator (K-5th) for five years, so I love incorporating exciting educational exploration (science, art, history) into everyday activities. My three years as a Camp Art Teacher (K-8th) taught me how to make days fun and engaging (rain or shine)....
Joya can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Alexa M.


Philadelphia, PA

$28/hr9 yrs exp

Dedicated Career Nanny

I'd describe my personality as easy-going, energetic, and silly! I like working with kids because they bring so much fulfillment. Raising strong and independent children is more rewarding to me than anything. I'm looking for a job that has a healthy co-parenting relationship with the parents, and one we can all see ourselves...
Alexa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

Hi Everyone! I am a college graduate ( Graduated from Boston College in May 2021) who loves children and is looking for a position in addition to my full time job. I have experience caring for children of all ages and even spent a summer working as a sitter with special needs children at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia....
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Erin W.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

I have been professionally working with children for over 6 years. 3 years of my experience comes from working in a school environment with special needs and regular ed students as a teacher's assistant for the Philadelphia school district. My other experience comes from working inside of an in home environment as a nanny. I...
Erin can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hi! I have been babysitting for families of all sizes since I was 13 years old. I am currently working as a flight attendant and looking to add some additional income by doing what I love most, working with families! I have worked with families with up to 4 kids, newborns to teenagers, twins, and children with special needs! I...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Ciara C.


Philadelphia, PA

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Outgoing Sitter And Adventurous

As a caring and patient individual, I'm drawn to childcare because I want to make a positive impact on young lives. With three years of experience caring for children of various ages, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe and nurturing environment. I believe in open communication with parents and follow their preferred...
Ciara can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Ayanna C.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

As the oldest child of 9 brothers and sisters I have plenty of childcare experience from newborn all the way up to a teenager. I also have experience with children with special needs/disabilities. I babysat for my neighbors during my 4 years in high school. I love music, watching children's movies (especially Disney), bike...
Ayanna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Im an African American Graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania with my Bachelors Degree in Child Development. I am licensed driver however I am w/o a vehicle at the moment. I have plenty of professional experience and training in a daycare setting (ages 0-5) for the past 5 years. I have 9+ years of experience with in home...
Yahzmen can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Victoria F.


Philadelphia, PA

$18-25/hr6 yrs exp

Victoria F From Philadelphia, PA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a positive and energetic older sister of 5. I have 4 younger siblings (and they are both 2 sets of twins), and my youngest brother is special needs. I love working with kids, and it is something that I am professionally interested in. I am able to provide a safe and supervised environment for your child/children! I am...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Bridget H.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Creative And Fun Sitter

I have over 8 years of babysitting experience! I have experience with 1-10-year-olds. I have 1 year of experience as a preschool teaching aide, where I worked with 2-6-year-olds and children with special needs. Most recently I worked for 3 years as a companion care service provider for a family with a teenager with special...
Bridget can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Rhonda F.


Philadelphia, PA

$40-45/hr16 yrs exp

Professional Career Newborn Care Specialist And Nanny

Partnering with parents to provide full-charge care for their children has been an honor and delight. With an emphasis on milestones and childhood development in private homes, I am passionate, mature, loving, patient, maternal, engaging, and educationally minded. My 40 years of caring for children, with the latter 16 years in...
Rhonda can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Reina B.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-30/hr

Experienced Babysitter And Pet Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Charlie, I'm a 22-year-old living in north Philadelphia. I have been working with children for about 5 years. I recently worked as a behavioral technician with kids with autism so I have experience with children with special needs. I am compassionate, caring, supportive and creative. I love to cook and I am good...
Reina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Karly H.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time/Part-Time Care Giver

I have worked in child care for over five years. For 4 years I worked as a Child Care Specialist at a day care center in Bridgewater. I also have experience babysitting and nannying. I love working with children and getting to know how to best help them grow. I have experience working with children infant level and above. I also...
Karly can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

I'm an experienced, creative, and friendly caregiver who's passionate about nurturing the development of children. With three years of childcare experience, I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to preteens. I love playing games, both physical and technology-based, and I enjoy being outdoors. I'm more...
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Brittany P.


Philadelphia, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Date Night Babysitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting regularly since I was 13- which is now almost 25 years! I have cared for families of all sizes. In college, I worked as a teacher's assistant with special needs kids. Typically I am a "date-night" babysitter, as I work full time during the week. I am an expert in the dinnertime, homework, bathtime,...
Brittany can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Christy D.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-25/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Teacher by day. Avid reader. I have experience tutoring children. I recently have been working with 5-year-old twins and have great experience with children outside of school work as well. I have special training with individuals with special needs such as Autism, Down Syndrome, Dementia, Hearing and Vision Impaired. I currently...
Christy can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Ratings for Philadelphia, PA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Philadelphia, PA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 227 reviews of the 354 listed special needs caregivers.