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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Upper Darby, PA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Upper Darby, PA

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Laquesha M.


Upper Darby, PA

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

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Hello , im lala, I currently work as an Elementary school teacher for children with autism or special needs. I've been in this field of work for almost 4 years. Up to date on all my trainings and im very patient.
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Briona C.


Upper Darby, PA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Mature And Have 4 Years Experience With Youth. Have Worked With Children With Autism And ADHD

I have worked with children with special needs since 2013 mostly in school based environments. (ADHD, ODD, AUTISM, DOWN SYNDROME, ETC) Also have experience with intense behaviors. I have been a personal care aide and classroom assistant for a special ed teacher the past for 5 years. Also have worked in a Daycare for a couple...
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Roseline T.


Upper Darby, PA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

In Home Health Caregiver

I am a Home Health Aide (HHA) and a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in progress. I also have taken courses in Medical Billing and Coding, Phlebotomy, and Medical Assistance. I have experience working with care agencies caring for elderly clients as well as children aging from newborn and up. My duties include food preparation,...
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Lauren W.


Upper Darby, PA

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a LPN - licensed practical nurse. I have experience with working with special needs children and adults!! I've been with my current patient for the past 8 years ! I have experience with speech delay , autistic and non- verbal ! I would love to find a family that needs help on weekends or evenings ! Thank you ! I have all my...
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Kelly J.


Upper Darby, PA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Available Part-Time

I have a Master's in Special Education. I have worked with students with learning differences, Down Syndrome, and ASD. I believe that all children deserve to be understood and provided with excellent care.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

CNA Nursing License looking for weekend care or live in for the weekend. CPR first aide.
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Emily W.


Upper Darby, PA

$10-20/hr

Part Or Full Time Care

I can be high energy or calm bepending in the care of your loved one. I have been around all kinds of people my whole life so I am cultured. Working w someone w special needs to me would be a new & different experience & I can t wait for the opportunity.
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Aissatou D.


Upper Darby, PA

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician/Care Teacher

I'm Childcare professional since 2015. I worked with normal children and children with special needs. I will be graduating in May 2023 for bachelor's degree in Childhood education, and I am working right now as Registered Behavior Technician too.
Hello! My name is Lauren. I'm a LPN - licensed practical nurse ! I work with special need children and/or with elderly care. I have been working with both for years now. I have worked as a full time special needs nanny, I have also worked with many autistic children and teens. l love watching children grow into their own person....
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Briona C.


Upper Darby, PA

$23/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

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:

CPR

First Aid

I'm Childcare professional since 2015. I worked with normal children and children with special needs. I will be graduating in May 2023 for bachelor's degree in Childhood education, and I am working right now as Registered Behavior Technic. ian too. I love children and I like to be around them, for that reason I am going to...
Aissatou can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Rita R.


Upper Darby, PA

$22-23/hr10 yrs exp

Healthcare Provider

Hello, I have 10 years experience with special needs, down syndrome and spinal cord injury. I'm COVID vaccinated. Have an insured car. I am an non-smoker. I enjoy the arts, music, gardening, walks, working out. Look forward to talking with you.
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Karen D.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-20/hr

Mount Airy And Vicinity Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked as a social worker for over 25 years with children in a variety of settings. In the past few years I have worked as a substitute teacher in the school district of Phila as well as with individual children with special needs.
Karen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
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Grace S.


Newtown Square, PA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Grace:) I started in childcare at church Sunday school when I was about 15. I love working with kids of all ages and have experience with kids 3 months to 8 years old. I love to talk with them, draw with them, make scavenger hunts, set up obstacle courses, build pillow forts, play board games, have picnics...
Grace can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Grace was awesome! My son loves her :)"

Hannah B.

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Kyle S.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been working with elementary aged students with behavioral problems in and out of the school setting for 6 years. I enjoy playing drums and a little guitar in my spare time and sometimes like to incorporate them into my work with kids. I have some experience working with kids on the spectrum. I work full-time in a school...
5.0
"Kyle is very professional and reliable. I have three sons, one of whom is autistic and each with some behavioral challenges at times. They really enjoy having Kyle stay with them and seem to be on their best behavior those days."

James F.

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Lela T.


Glenolden, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Loving Nanny who's been in the field of working with children for 18+ years. I've worked for the School District of Philadelphia as a classroom assistant for special needs children. Department of Human services as an office manager for low income Children and Department of Parks & Recreation where I was a director for at risk...
Lela can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lela was our nanny for about a year from the time our son was 5 months old to 17 months old. She is extremely patient, energetic, creative, and kind. Lela planned enriching activities such as arts/crafts and playground time for our son, helped him progress with his...

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Betsy B.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

For over 10 years, I have cared for children as a teacher, tutor, long-term nanny, and a short-term nanny/babysitter. I have experience teaching at a preschool, nannying long-term for families with multiple children, babysitting for children with special needs, and caring for children from diverse backgrounds including English...
Betsy can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Betsy is one of the kindest people you will ever meet! She cared for our children with so much patience and love. She helped our family out on short notice, date nights, and some long-term care. I would highly recommend Betsy as a child care provider. She is always...

Jessica C.

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Rachel C.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I CURRENTLY DO NOT HAVE ANY AVAILABILITY I have babysat children of all ages. I have cared for children with special needs such as autism and cerebral palsy. The past two summers I nannied for a family with three young children while their parents were at work. I kept the children entertained during the day, ensured their...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Rachel is fantastic, we would recommend her wholeheartedly! "

Robert H.

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Pangaea S.


Philadelphia, PA

$22-50/hr7 yrs exp

Well Rounded Student With Child, Pet And Home Care Experience, References And Clearances Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Pangaea and I am a local nanny and pre med student! I live in the Center City/South Philadelphia neighborhood. I've been a nanny for the last 7 years with lots of experience with newborn and toddlers! I love my job more than anything! I also give night nursing care, pet sitting and house sitting! I'm very...
Pangaea can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Pangaea is one of our regular babysitters - punctual, communicative, and reliable. She's also warm & loving with our young children, ages 1-4. I trust her with my kids and my home. Highly recommended."

Liz W.

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Judith J.


Media, PA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Home Care, Help With Medicines Doctors Appointments Etc. Love Working With The Elderly ( Companion )

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Multiple years experience with the elderly , dementia, special needs children and adults. I worked in the Wisconsin school district with special-needs students for 9 yrs working with special and regular ed students along w with volunteering and working in the health room as needed providing care for sick and injured students.,...
Judith can also help with: Errands, dementia, home modification, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"She is friendly, kind and compassionate! We absolutely love her!"

Vera C.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Upper Darby, PA

Grace S.

5.0

Grace was awesome! My son loves her :)

- Hannah B.

Kyle S.

5.0

Kyle is very professional and reliable. I have three sons, one of whom is autistic and each with some behavioral challenges at times. They really enjoy having Kyle stay with them and seem to be on their best behavior those days.

- James F.

Lela T.

5.0

Lela was our nanny for about a year from the time our son was 5 months old to 17 months old. She is extremely patient, energetic, creative, and kind. Lela planned enriching activities such as arts/crafts and playground time for our son, helped him progress with his milestones, and prepped...

- Care member

Betsy B.

5.0

Betsy is one of the kindest people you will ever meet! She cared for our children with so much patience and love. She helped our family out on short notice, date nights, and some long-term care. I would highly recommend Betsy as a child care provider. She is always on time and dependable. We did not...

- Jessica C.

Rachel C.

5.0

Rachel is a wonderful babysitter and I would recommend her to any family looking for a reliable, caring babysitter. She asked what activities the kids were interested in before she came for the first time. My kids love having Rachel babysit and she always goes above and beyond.

- Lori N.

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