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362 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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Victoria F.


Philadelphia, PA

$18-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Victoria F From Philadelphia, PA

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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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Brittany P.


Philadelphia, PA

$20/hr • 10 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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Isabela I.


Philadelphia, PA

$17/hr • 7 yrs exp

About Isabela

Hello! I have been working at childcare facilities for 7 years now. My childcare experience expands across all age groups including special needs. I find such joy in being a positive mentor in a child's life. I love crafts, music, and board games. I am so excited to meet your family and my hope in my time with you is to create a...
Isabela can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Elizabeth S.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have a bachelors degree in Early Childhood/Elementary Education and a masters in special education. I have been working in the daycare business since 2012. I have experience with infants, toddlers, preschoolers and pre-kindergartners. I have experience with children who have special needs (Autism, Down Syndrome, developmental...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Keenan W.


Philadelphia, PA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Keenan W

Hi, my name is Keenan. I have 3 children of my own aged 22, a student at WVU, 15; a junior varsity football player & a 14-year-old 9th grader who loves school and golf. I have a Master's degree in Education from Cabrini University in Radnor, PA where I graduated with Highest Honors. My career has included working with...
Keenan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Sophie M.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi! I'm a musician and have been working with children for the last 5 years, three of which have been at a special needs school. I'm attentive, energetic, and positive and have no problem helping out in any way possible. I love incorporating art & music into every aspect of my life and I feel like through a child's eyes the...
Sophie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I love kids. I'm very good with children of all ages. I can help with homework as well as change diapers. I take caring for children seriously, but I'm a lot of fun too. I have never been paid to care children, but I love doing it. I grew up helping other people watch their kids in my old neighborhood. Out of all the jobs I have...
Megan can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kiersten S.


Philadelphia, PA

$18-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have been babysitting since I was about 14 years old for friends and family members! I have experience with young children and even special needs children as well. I have my own form of transportation, and my hours can be flexible if needed.
Kiersten can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kianna S.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

Hello everyone, I'm Kianna, I'm 32yrs, old and children are my passion. Ever since I was young I would always watch my younger siblings and my younger family members. I loved watching them. Teaching them new things was and still is something I feel is my duty as being their older sister. As I got older I knew that taking care of...
Kianna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

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Samantha G.


Philadelphia, PA

$45-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Infant Care Specialist And Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Samantha! I am a highly experienced nanny and newborn care specialist with a background in neonatal nursing at CHOP. I have cared for newborns, preemies, and medically complex infants, providing expert feeding support, developmental guidance, and medical monitoring. I am certified in Pediatric Advanced Life Support...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Meghan D.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Trustworthy, Creative, And Reliable Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Dedicated and compassionate babysitter with over 6 years of experience in caring for special needs children. My background as a camp counselor and birthday party host during high school has equipped me with a diverse skill set to create a safe, fun, and inclusive environment for children of all abilities. I am passionate about...
Meghan can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Grace R.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Transitioning Teacher

I have 10 years of experience as an educator and am seeking a career transition. I have my Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood and Childhood Education with an extension to teach Biology through 12th grade. I have also been a day camp counselor for children ages 5 years old - 11 years old. I have experience with...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

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Chloe S.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

School Counselor Looking For Date Night And Summer Babysitting

Hello! I am a school counselor that recently moved to Philadelphia this fall after graduating with my M. Ed. in school counseling. I currently work at a high school but in the past I have worked with all ages, including preschool. I am also a certified yoga teacher and have previously taught kids' yoga. I love working with...
Chloe can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Leah H.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-27/hr • 8 yrs exp

Caring Sitter

Hi I'm Leah! I'm a full time piano teacher and I hold a Bachelor's of Fine Arts in musical theater from the University of the Arts. I've been working with kids for over 8 years, I absolutely love it and have built wonderful relationships with the families that I've worked for over the years! I would describe myself as...
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jacqueline C.


Philadelphia, PA

$8-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

I've been a childcare provider for over a decade because I have a true passion for helping children learn, grow, and thrive. I'm a patient, creative, and friendly individual who is dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages. I believe in open and honest communication with parents and am...
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Emily M.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Value Intentional And Safe Care.

As the oldest of five, I have been involved in child care since 12, extending my skills to other families in my community. My experience includes working as a mother's helper and babysitting children of all ages for many years. Experience - Began caring for my siblings at a young age, providing me with experience in child...
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Abigail C.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Abigail and I'm 27 years old. I was born and raised in NY, and have lived in Philadelphia for the past 5 years. For the past 7 years I have worked as a Registered Nurse, and am passionate about what I do, but miss my days working with kids. Nursing has truly cultivated the most empathetic and nurturing parts of me...
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Kimberly T.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Warm And Engaging College Grad Seeking OT Evening/weekend Work

I care deeply about ensuring each person I work with is cared for and heard as individuals with unique needs and personalities. I currently serve as a Clinical Research Assistant at the Center for Autism Research at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. I previously worked with 8-9-year-old students as a teacher in Manhattan....
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Ivy J.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Graduate Art Student With Previous Teaching And Nanny Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a graduate student in ceramics at Tyler School of Art. My work was awarded at NCECA in 2023 and 2024 and is ranked nationally. I received the Emerging Artist Scholarship at Pilchuck Glass School this year. Prior to coming to Philly, I taught glassblowing in Washington State at WWU for 5 years. In undergrad I took classes in...
Ivy can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Angela K.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi all! My name is Angie and I have been living in Philadelphia the last 3 years! Over my 31+ years I have had experience working with children in a variety of settings including babysitting, day care jobs, assisting in a special needs classroom, and most recently as a certified occupational therapy assistant in a pediatric...
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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 233 reviews of the 362 listed special needs caregivers.