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Find special needs caregivers in Reading, PA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Reading, PA

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Reading, PA

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Olivia Q.


Ephrata, PA

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Future Teacher

4.0

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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Olivia, I'm 22, I just graduated college at Millersville University with get my Bachelors in Early Childhood Education. I've been working with kids as a babysitter/nanny for as long as I can remember and helping them succeed in life and be the best they can be is always what I strive for when working with kids, I have...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Olivia was absolutely amazing. She arrived on time & followed every direction she was given. My 4 kids absolutely loved their first experience with a sitter and can't wait to have her back. Thank you again Olivia !"

Sonia V.

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Kathryn J.


Birdsboro, PA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Dedicated And Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE, SORRY! Hi! I have prior experience in child care and have worked with a vast range of ages over the years. I love working with kids and consider myself patient, charismatic, and reliable. I will consistently provide a safe and fun environment for your children. I have four siblings myself, who I have...
Kathryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Miss Kat is amazing with our little girls. They absolutely adore her, especially the dance parties! She's very responsible and dependable, always arrives on time, keeps our kiddos on a fun routine, and keeps our house tidy (no small feat with our little ones). She...

Melissa B.

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Lauren G.


Douglassville, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

*** Current as of August 2024- looking for overnight caregiving opportunities- newborn care specialist or night nanny .*** I'm a certified newborn care specialist, a mom or 2 baby boys and we are a certified foster/adoptive home! I have all clearances and I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old. I nanny, babysit, and...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Lauren is awesome! Super sweet, asks all the right questions, dependable, and responsible. I can tell from the first night she worked for us that she's a great fit for our family. We're lucky she had openings!"

Erica H.

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Karen E.


Alburtis, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse desires in home caregiver position. We can develop a plan of care together for your loved one. CPR, FBI fingerprint background check and vaccinated.
5.0
"Karen is a compassionate and caring caregiver who is always willing to do whatever is necessary to meet the needs of her client. She has a great personality and is always cheerful and upbeat on the job. I can't think of anyone else I'd want caring for my brother."

Robert H.

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Hannah G.


Pottstown, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Occasional Night/Weekend Babysitter - I Also Care For Pets

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

It's my goal to invest compassion, presence&support for any child that I have the privilege to care for&influence. I take my position very seriously as early development is the most crucial time in a person's life. I strive to provide security&connection w/ each child above all else. I'm an advocate of conscious...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She has really been a part of our family. We LOVE her. It is unfortunate that we are moving and she cannot come with us. She does a wonderful job with our baby girl."

Nicole G.

Hi! Im Rachel, a mom of two littles. My daughter is almost 3 and my son just had his first birthday. I'm a registered nurse with experience in pediatric homecare for special needs children and maternity care where I worked as a mother baby nurse for 4 years. I'm currently a SAHM looking to care for another family's children...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Gabrielle L.


Narvon, PA

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Gabby, I recently moved up to Long Island from Pennsylvania not to long ago. I was a former college student in the education program concentrating in Early/special Education. I have worked as a tutor, nanny, and a special needs teacher's aide for a total of 5 years (pre-covid). I love watching small children, pets...
Gabrielle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Jada T.


Pottstown, PA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! The lives of children are important to me and my goal is to inspire them during their developmental stages. I have over 10 years of experience working with children and I've also participated in programs for special needs children. Both experiences where very empowering and helped me learn more about children. I am...
Jada can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

Hi there, My experience with special needs is mostly with people with cp however I am interested in helping anyone with special needs. I have experience lifting, bathing, feeding, and providing engaging entertainment.
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Jodie M.


Denver, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I am a mother to three adult children. I have worked with special needs children in the local school district. I also spent 4 years working as a family based therapist and currently work as a school based outpatient therapist and am an LPC.
Jodie can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Grace R.


Kutztown, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Grace. I am 26 years old and have always been great with kids! Growing up as the middle child of 11 my childhood was spent learning the proper way to provide a safe and stable environment for the younger children. Since then, I have nannied/cared for a variety of kids. I went from caring for my special needs...
Grace can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jessica K.


Birdsboro, PA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

When I was 17 years old (five years ago), I started working in a daycare. I worked with infants up to the age of 3. After working in a day care for 2 years, I started working in a school district as a learning support aide. I have worked with children with special needs (all elementary school ages). I have experience with...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Riley N.


Hamburg, PA

$8-15/hr3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I'm currently a special education teacher at an alternative education school for individuals with severe behaviors. I am working on masters in Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism Education. Throughout my life, I have been around special needs students. I have also volunteered and have helped with a variety of special needs...
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Vivica L.


Morgantown, PA

$23-50/hr2 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as empathetic, intelligent, and mature. I like working with kids because they keep me on my toes and can always find a silver lining. I started working with kids when I was a junior in high school. In my spare time, I like to read and play with my dog. One thing you should know about me is that...
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Lauren O.


Boyertown, PA

$17-27/hr10 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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Candy B.


Douglassville, PA

$22-29/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Flexible, Reliable!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

God has blessed me with a love for people, to care, encourage and share experiences with them. I would be honored to meet your family member that needs to be cared for to see how our lives may bless each other! Available as a summer childcare or special needs caregiver, respite, driver, companion.
Hi! I'm Madison and I am a certified elementary school teacher. I do currently teach, and I am looking for summer work. I have been working in childcare/education for 6 years. I have worked at summer programs, in daycare/preschool (infant-4yo), and have taught both Kindergarten and 4th grade. I have many certifications including...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Taylor O.


Honey Brook, PA

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Sitter With Flexible Schedule

Hi, I'm Taylor! I'm a student studying in the medical field with two years experience working as a care aide at a facility for adults with special needs. I love kids and enjoy crafts, games, outdoor activities, and excursions. I have a flexible schedule and am willing to help with household chores and homework.
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I've worked many care jobs for all types of individuals since the day I turned 18! Tons of experience and love the work I do.
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Jennifer C.


Boyertown, PA

$19-21/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Toddler/Preschool Babysitter Available Full Time

Hi, my name is Jenn . I am 35 years old and I live in Boyertown PA. Currently I work full time as the lead toddler teacher. I have been working with children for over 10 years now and I absolutely love what I am doing, and I have the drive for it. Working with younger children is my passion because it allows me to view every...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Reading, PA

Olivia Q.

5.0

Olivia was great! She played attentively with my baby all day and followed all care instructions, and my baby was very happy! I'd love to hire Olivia again whenever she's available!

- Adam T.

Kathryn J.

5.0

Miss Kat is amazing with our little girls. They absolutely adore her, especially the dance parties! She's very responsible and dependable, always arrives on time, keeps our kiddos on a fun routine, and keeps our house tidy (no small feat with our little ones). She has a calm demeanor and a great...

- Melissa B.

Lauren G.

5.0

Lauren was great with our 3.5 year old daughter and 20 month old son. They were both at ease with her, which is saying a lot after we've been pretty isolated during the pandemic. I'd hire her again anytime.

- Elena A.

Karen E.

5.0

Karen is a compassionate and caring caregiver who is always willing to do whatever is necessary to meet the needs of her client. She has a great personality and is always cheerful and upbeat on the job. I can't think of anyone else I'd want caring for my brother.

- Robert H.

Hannah G.

5.0

She has really been a part of our family. We LOVE her. It is unfortunate that we are moving and she cannot come with us. She does a wonderful job with our baby girl.

- Nicole G.

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