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Deshanna R.
Narberth, PA
$25-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi Families,
Currently working as a training supervisor with the airlines here at PHL Airport. I'm currently seeking part-time/ as needed employment. I have experience working with elders, children (ages infants -up), and also those with special needs (autism, IDD, and etc). My schedule is flexible, weekends are negotiable. I...
Deshanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Desanna was a wonderful care giver. She treated my children with love and care. I never had to worry when I left them to go work because she made us feel so comfortable with her. my children loved her and the great energy she brought with her daily, "
Care member
Katie M.
Philadelphia, PA
$40-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am not taking new clients at this time and will update my availability as new openings are available.
Registered Occupational Therapist
I have experience caring for individuals from 3 months to 80+ years old, including children/adolescents with developmental disabilities, adults/elderly with physical, developmental, and...
5.0
"Katie worked with us for a year providing personal care assistance to our son who has Cerebral Palsy, and who uses a power wheelchair and augmentative communication device. Katie handled the physical requirements of the role extremely well, which included feeding,...
Chris H.
Christine W.
Drexel Hill, PA
$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Preschool Teacher Looking For A Nanny Position
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 12 years of experience caring for young children in numerous professional settings. I am CPR and first-aid certified. I have a CDA in Early Childhood Education and I am in college to receive an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked with children with special needs and learned a variety of...
Christine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Christine is an absolutely fantastic care giver! We hired her to take care of our toddler 3 days a week and feel so lucky to have had her! She is patient, kind, creative, and just overall wonderful. Our daughter developed and grew leaps and bounds in the short time...
Samantha D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a special education teacher who has worked with children preschool to 12th grade with various needs including emotional support.
As an individual and family, I have been on the care team for friends and family with medical conditions.
Angelica K.
Darby, PA
$33/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Assistant: Available Weekends Only: Every Sat & Every Other Sun
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Currently working with Autistic teenager with tuberous sclerosis have been his aide for 3 yrs and am seeking weekend work on my days off
5.0
"She is awesome and such a caring person!!! I am so grateful to have her. She is a gem"
Karen G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there- My name is Patrick! I am an elementary special education teacher with 6 years of teaching experience and over 10 years of working with children. I've worked with various special needs in children, including severe ADHD, ASD, ODD, bipolar, and cerebral palsy. Outside of the classroom, I am passionate about world travel,...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Patrick is a loving, compassionate educator with a special talent of making all children (and adults!) he encounters feel comfortable, safe, and supported. He's always passionate about the well-being and education of his students, but also the staff he works with....
Jacqueline B.
5.0
(1)
I am a mother of two children. My oldest child was born at 28 weeks and so my journey began with being an advocate for my son and his health care needs. I later became a Service Coodinator in Early Intervention and than a Special Instructor/Special Education Teacher for Birth to 5 years old. I am taking a leave of absence from...
5.0
"Lvonne watched my son for an entire weekend so I could go on a mini vacation that was long overdue. She kept me updated on my son, made sure he took his medication and always checked in with pics and videos. I would highly recommend anyone using her to babysit...
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5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Melanie. I live in Garnet Valley and I am a college-educated, semi-retired educator with years of experience caring and driving for children, teens, and adults. I enjoy working with people and providing individualized services for day-to-day living. I provide quality childcare, safe transportation, meal prep (can...
5.0
"Melanie is excellent with people who have special needs. She drove our son who has Down Syndrome and they developed a great relationship!"
Carolyn S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a licensed nurse, looking for a change of pace. My career in nursing has provided me with 25 years of experience, caring for people in an acute care setting, as well as in their homes. Additionally, I have been fortunate to have had the pleasure of working in a facility for children with special needs. The children that...
5.0
"We have known Mary for over two years and she has always gone above and beyond our expectations with the level of care she provides for our children. She is dedicated, hard working, and devoted to our family. She creates a safe and loving environment that allows us...
Mark S.
Katelynn G.
Springfield, PA
$58/hr • 10 yrs exp
Safety First, But Let's Definitely Have Lots Of Fun Too!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy fostering an interactive, healthy, structured (but not rigid), and safe environment while sharing my passion for curiosity! If you ask any of the kiddos I've had the pleasure of spending time with what my 'rules' are, they'll tell you:
1. safety first
2. have FUN!!!!!
I've been a nanny, babysitter, pet/plant/house...
Katelynn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love Miss Katelynn!! She was great with our 4yo for an afternoon and while we were gone for a long day trip! :) "
Stephanie H.
Andrea D.
Haverford, PA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Coordinated diversified care for premature twins, familiar with pediatric health management, PT, OT, ST, IEP, 504, and able to take care of sick children. Raised my children to have a belief in wellness including daily exercise, the importance of play and creativity, reading, eating nutritiously, and being emotionally aware and...
4.0
"We hired Andrea to care for my husband with Parkinson's. She was prompt, reliable, and thoughtful. She is very capable of taking on the challenge, worked hard, and made herself available at challenging times to help out in need. Highly recommend Andrea...
Cindy B.
Katelin P.
Havertown, PA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
College Graduate With Teaching Degree Who Is Spontaneous And Loves Kids!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
About Myself: I'm a 25-year-old working professional who works a steady day job during the week. I've been nannying since I was about 14 and took 2 years off from Care. com while transitioning into a job relocation in PA. I've since missed the loving and lasting bonds I formed with the families on this site and what 25-year-old...
Katelin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Katelin was able to watch my 2 year old son on very short notice and couldn't have been more upbeat about it. Not only was she willing to start babysitting at 4:15 a.m. she was 15 minutes early! She kept me updated on how my son was doing through out the day and...
Jason O.
Angelica K.
Darby, PA
$8-13/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi I Have 10 Yrs Plus Working With Special Needs, Elderly And Special Needs Individuals.
I have 10yrs experience working with elderly, special needs individuals and have a passion for helping and serving families to help and support the needs of their loved ones.
Angelica can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, transportation & more
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Amber D.
Claymont, DE
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have nannied for a family for 6 years they have three boys from all age groups. I picked kids up from school took them to their after school programs/sports, made dinner helped with homework. I am currently a Special Education Teacher, at a special needs school. I enjoy working with all age group of students with different...
With 10+ years of childcare, I will care for your child(ren) with utmost care and respect. I have cared for children with special needs. I know how to administer medications and keep a daily schedule. Can provide additional house care like laundry and meal prepping if needed!
Jacquilin can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Samantha C.
Media, PA
$21-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
New to senior care but not new to caring. I've cared for infants to children of all ages as well as special needs adults who need full care. I'm compassionate, caring and very patient. I love helping people by giving them the care and decency we all deserve.
Samantha can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, transportation & more
I have worked with children for the last 5 years. I have worked for a daycare and a special needs program. I am patient, fun, have a upbeat personality, and love children.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Natalie T.
Drexel Hill, PA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm currently a teacher working throughout Montgomery County serving school age students with visual impairments. Prior to my current job, I worked with early childhood students who also had visual impairments along with special needs. I've been a teacher for eight years now and at this time I'm enrolled at Cabrini University...
Sarah B.
Philadelphia, PA
$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
As a young professional theater artist and a product of many years of arts education, I have spent much of my life working with and around children of varying ages. Much of my experience has been informal - such as babysitting neighbors' kids as a pre-teen and teenager - but my more formal experience involved working at a dance...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Prospect Park, PA
Deshanna R.
5.0
Desanna was a wonderful care giver. She treated my children with love and care. I never had to worry when I left them to go work because she made us feel so comfortable with her. my children loved her and the great energy she brought with her daily,
- Care member
Katie M.
5.0
Katie worked with us for a year providing personal care assistance to our son who has Cerebral Palsy, and who uses a power wheelchair and augmentative communication device. Katie handled the physical requirements of the role extremely well, which included feeding, toileting, dressing, etc. Just as...
- Chris H.
Christine W.
5.0
Christine is an absolutely fantastic care giver! We hired her to take care of our toddler 3 days a week and feel so lucky to have had her! She is patient, kind, creative, and just overall wonderful. Our daughter developed and grew leaps and bounds in the short time she worked with us. We always knew...
- Samantha D.
Angelica K.
5.0
She is awesome and such a caring person!!! I am so grateful to have her. She is a gem
- Karen G.
Patrick C.
5.0
I had the honor of working with Patrick as a special education teacher. Patrick is driven, organized, and always made sure to develop inspiring relationships with each of his students.
Patrick has a wonderful rapport with people of all ages, especially children. His ability to connect with his...
- Diana F.
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