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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Pottstown, PA

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Pottstown, PA

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Abigail S.


Royersford, PA

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Camp Counselor + Mental Health Professional Looking To Care For Your Children

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Hi! Last summer, I started my childcare career working as a camp counselor working with kids ages 4-5. I loved it so much that I became a behavioral health technician, a position in the mental health field that assists struggling kids with challenging behaviors. I work in a Philadelphia elementary school servicing kids ages 5-11...
Abigail can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Normal D.


Schwenksville, PA

$16-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Mrs

Experience in caregiving. Activities of daily living including taking vital signs. A mother of 2 adult children and 1youth. Married and very passionate about my job.
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Sandra C.


Spring City, PA

$15-27/hr • 10 yrs exp

PCA

Hi my name is Sandra I am 32 years old I have been a PCA for over 10 years. I have plenty of experience with elderly care including those with dementia I enjoy helping those in need and putting a smile on their face.
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Jenna B.


Boyertown, PA

$15-20/hr

Career Independent Living And Learning Studies Mentor

I worked for East Stroudsburg University's CILLS program which consists of mentoring students with developmental disability cook, plan meals, do homework and socialize outside their comfort zones.
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Deborah A.


Gilbertsville, PA

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hi, My name is Debbie and I just moved from Delaware into the Gilbertville, Pa area. For the past two years in Delaware, I was a nanny for two young children with a non-verbal autism spectrum disorder. Though I was never formally trained in this area my experience comes from doing the job! working with these two children was...
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Kris M.


Schwenksville, PA

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny/senior Care

I am a 44-year-old woman who has worked as a nanny and an elderly companion/caregiver. I've worked with autistic children, ms patients, Parkinson's with dementia and Alzheimer's patients. I am reliable, friendly and fun and prefer to be with a family that needs long term care so that there is stability and comfortability for...
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Lauren O.


Boyertown, PA

$17-27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Personal And Professional Experience

Hello! My whole life I have been around someone with special needs, whether it be my uncle or my sister who was born when I was 2 years old. My childhood was spent around feeding tubes, g tubes, speech therapy, food therapy, plenty of doctors appointments and hospital visits. I grew up being a proud sister and niece! My sister...
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Erin M.


Schwenksville, PA

$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Community Based Mentor

Hello, I have experience in working with adults with disabilities and autism. I worked for Peaceful Living for 2 years and left when I had my daughter. I found this work to be so rewarding and fun. I currently work with senior citizens with dementia but I am looking for a change in job. I am 24 and have a 1 1/2-year-old daughter...
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Jodi D.


Royersford, PA

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny Available

I have been caring for an autistic child since he was 3 months old. He is now 3 years old. We started out teaching him sign language, and he is just now starting to speak and put sentences together. He has many therapist who I have to work with. I also continue to make sure he gets to all his appointments, and that he has the...
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Alesia D.


Schwenksville, PA

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Caring And Patient Caregiver

I cared for two mentally challenged adults as a direct support staff. Helping them with everyday living activities and teaching them along the way. Taking them out on social gatherings as well. I am currently working as a ABA with preschool to school aged children. Have all 3 background checks upon request.
I have tutored a boy with a learning disability and seizure disorder for the past six years. We went over schoolwork, prepared for exams, and kept up with skills throughout the summer. I also was the vice president of an organization during high school. I was a mentor and my tasks included providing appropriate interactions with...
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Elizabeth E.


Phoenixville, PA

$38/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiving Has Been My Passion For 20 Years.

3.7

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in all facets of healthcare. Geriatric, end of life, rehabilitation, special needs, Alzheimer's, dementia, stroke, heart disease, Parkinson's, seizure disorders, and cancer. I strive for the best possible quality of life for my clients. Has been CNA certified and CPR certified.
Elizabeth can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Elizabeth was always on time or even early. She communicates well and is a caring individual. Once she knows what care is needed she takes the initiative and provides the needed care. "

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Clarice L.


Collegeville, PA

$30-38/hr • 5 yrs exp

Energetic, Kind Part-Time Caregiver For Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Clarice and I would love to assist you with your babysitting needs! I am a 30-year-old female living in Philadelphia. During the day, I am a full time occupational therapist at a special needs school and I work with k-2nd graders. In the past, I worked in the homes of children from birth-3 and I also have an...
Clarice can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I was so lucky and grateful to meet Clarice! we were in town for my sister's wedding and she REALLY helped entertain my kids during the rehearsal and wedding day. She was punctual, polite and competent, I could really trust her with both my 4 year old and 1 year...

Elizabeth K.

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Amy R.


Sellersville, PA

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have two children of my own ages 8 and 9, they are both in the gifted program. I've worked as a 1:1 for children with various specials needs in various settings (home, preschool, public school, outings, summer camps)for 10 years. I am a certified Art Teacher.
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Amy is truly centered around attentive emotional care. She is always striving to making a positive difference in people's lives."

Josh S.

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Patti C.


Blue Bell, PA

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available, Seniors, Errands, Disabled

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am presently seeking a part-time position as a companion/community navigator providing help in and out of the home.
5.0
"Pattie is such a pleasant person to be around and she helped me with everything and beyond. She's professional, responsible, punctual, reliable, very knowledgeable with medical stuff and surgery process, very friendly, etc. I highly recommend her!"

Justina H.

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Liv C.


Downingtown, PA

$20-32/hr • 5 yrs exp

Joyful Caregiver Hoping To Make Others Smile!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I started caregiving when I was 12 (currently I am 18, nearly 19), and I am very comfortable with kids, teens, infants, and pets! I am studying psychology and education at Mount Holyoke College, and I have experience working with children with special needs. I have a keen interest in assisting in neurodivergent needs and...
5.0
"Liv was great, available short notice and was easy going and focused on my daughter. "

William C.

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Sadla G.


Norristown, PA

$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hello, my name is Sadla, and I'm 33 years old, I'm a nursing student. I live in King of Prussia, Pa and I'm looking for a live-out babysitter/ nanny position. I have a lot of experience with kids including special needs. I worked for 6 years for the same family as a nanny. They have 3 wonderful kids and one of them, the eldest,...
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Jacquelyn H.


Harleysville, PA

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced One On One Care Assistant Specializing In Special Needs

10 years of experience with varying levels and cases of special needs individuals. Currently attending school for nursing.
5.0
"Jacque is intelligent, caring and responsible. This is a person that not only would I recommend but would be honored to take care of my own child "

Cynthia C.

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Ayanna S.


Downingtown, PA

$20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Safe Haven

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Ayanna. I have worked as a teacher to both typical and currently special needs kids for 2 years. I am flexible, easy to work with and absolutely love children. I look forward to hearing from you!
Ayanna can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ayanna was an absolute pleasure. She was on time, polite, and my son loved her! She is very respectful and willing to help. The only reason we still aren't working with her is our finances, nothing on her end. We look forward to working with her again in the...

Ariel S.

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Doris A.


King of Prussia, PA

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Most Loving Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Doris is a sincere, sweet and lovely lady with 10 years' experience. Doris is honored and rewarded to be of service to children, special needs cases and the elderly. Doris is patient and understanding with all special needs clients requiring many different levels of care. Your loved ones will be treated with love and compassion....
Doris can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Doris is an excellent care giver. She is kind and compassionate and always had K's best interests at heart . She treated K like a daughter and would go above and beyond to make sure she was receiving exceptional care. In times of need Doris was there and would...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Pottstown, PA

Elizabeth E.

5.0

Elizabeth worked for us for several months. She was wonderful and I can't recommend her highly enough. She was on time, always in a good mood and a great friend as well as care-giver to my mother. By the end, we considered her a member of the family. Her competence and care for her job allowed mom...

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Clarice L.

5.0

I was so lucky and grateful to meet Clarice! we were in town for my sister's wedding and she REALLY helped entertain my kids during the rehearsal and wedding day. She was punctual, polite and competent, I could really trust her with both my 4 year old and 1 year old. She really made our time at the...

- Elizabeth K.

Amy R.

5.0

Amy is extremely knowledgeable in dealing with children of all developmental stages / issues. Our family has learned so much from her. Highly recommend!!!

- Amber M.

Patti C.

5.0

Patti worked with me both inside and outside my home for about 5 months for 25 hours per week to provide companionship and help while I was in a very depressed state. Patti is a very nice and patient and energetic person and it's apparent that she has a lot of experience working with all kinds of...

- Gene C.

Liv C.

5.0

Liv was great, available short notice and was easy going and focused on my daughter.

- William C.

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

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Pottstown, PA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.