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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Wayne, PA
The average rate is $18/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Wayne, PA
5.0
(1)
I like to encourage children with special needs so they don't get discouraged. I seek to treat them compassionately and without condescension. I can help them through art and other creative play.
Kathleen W.
Wayne, PA
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Mom, Former Pharmaceutical Rep, Experienced With Special Needs
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced mom and caregiver for children of all ages and needs. Certified in CPR and First Aid, energetic and creative, I will provide your children with activities, attention, and appropriate guidelines based on your desires and their needs.
Kathleen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Most people want a caregiver to treat their family as if they were their own. Kathleen always, without exception, does what is expected and always provides a rich environment for growth and support of your child."
Joseph M.
I have cared for autistic child for the past 4 years. I have a lot of patience and drove him to school and picked him up from the bus stop. I like to talk and make sure they are comfortable with everything. I am also firm and can overcome behavioral issues when need be.
Hello! I am a passionate educator and mentor. I have 6 years of experience in a school district. I am knowledgeable regarding special needs and my work reflects that. I have exceptional references from a well-known school district, along with directing diverse groups of children in different settings.
Kathleen W.
Wayne, PA
$10-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I raised an adopted boy with PDD-NOS. I am familiar with the unique challenges that come with language delays, low frustration tolerance with the consequent behavioral fallout, sensory integration dysfunction and social skills deficits that cause feelings of isolation. I am also keenly aware of the impact on the family and their...
Lisa J.
Wayne, PA
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Special Needs Babysitter. I am a retired pediatric Occupational Therapist with many years of experience. I have heard families struggling to find a babysitter for their unique situation and would be interested in helping a local family. I love children and adults. I enjoy playing lots of games and doing arts and crafts...
Charlotte G.
Wayne, PA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Learning-oriented Caregiver With A Love For All Things Fun!
Hello, I am Charlotte! I am thrilled with the opportunity to provide you and your family with the caregiving services you need.
My background: I earned my B. S. Ed. in Early Childhood Education PreK-4 and my certification in Special Education PreK-8th in 2020 from Temple University, where I graduated Magna Cum Laude from the...
Charlotte can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
I volunteered with Grandpals in Princeton as well as Share My Meals. Visited as a caregiver in various nursing homes with a therapy dog. I have decades of experience working with children, seniors, special needs children and pharmaceuticals. I am experienced and knowledgeable with dosages, drug interactions, blood pressure...
Kathleen can also help with: Transportation, respite care, personal care, errands
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with special needs my entire life; my older brother has down syndrome, autism, and experienced seizures as a baby that left him nonverbal and severely mentally retarded. After helping my parents with my brother, I moved on to working with families with special needs in their homes. My experience is most extensive...
5.0
"Margaret has been working with our family supporting our young adult son who has Cerebral Palsy. Our experience with Margaret has shown her to be caring, thoughtful, reliable and responsible. She proactively looks for ways to improve our son's daily care and his...
Chris H.
Jaleesa C.
Phoenixville, PA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Preschool Teacher Looking for Extra Babysitting Jobs (:
5.0
(2)
I am looking to be a Nanny, babysitter, or housekeeping jobs. I am currently a Registered behavioral tech working with special needs children in a school area district in phoenixville. I have worked as a preschool teacher for five years at magic memories daycare in Phoenixville. I also previously was a school bus driver. I am...
Jaleesa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jaleesa has been babysitting for us for about four years now . She is all my children (6,8 and 10) ask for ! She spends so much time doing fun games and activities with them when she comes over. Jaleesa is always on time and even when I contact her last minute she...
Mary W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As far back as I can remember, I have had a heart for elderly and impaired people. Good thing because, I have had the privilege of being the sole parent, advocate and caregiver for my son who has Asperger's. He is now 27 years old, and he is doing well. Currently, I am working part-time as a caregiver for an adult woman who has...
5.0
"Katherine is a truly compassionate and caring person. She helps me look after my developmentally disabled sister, and has always gone above and beyond just the 'responsibilities' of the job, in order to develop and maintain a real relationship with her. She is the...
Karen R.
Judith J.
Media, PA
$33/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Thank you for your time and consideration now and in the future! ! I reside in Media and I work part time for an Agency in Exton I was interested in picking up more hours Special needs care available.
I work in there Wisconsin school district of kettle moraine with the special-needs boy from 2nd to 11th grade and also had...
5.0
"I have Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type III, so I use a wheelchair and I have brittle bones. Judy was my aid in school from 2nd grade to 11th grade. Throughout all those years she did a phenomenal job. Making sure I was safe was always her top priority. She was always...
Christian R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kara and I am looking for a full-time nanny position for this summer as I get out of school May 10th and return August 29th. I have a sister with Down Syndrome, so I definitely have experience with taking care of individuals with special needs. Also, my second cousin has 5 kids, one 8 years old, another 6 years...
Kara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is a kind-hearted person and my baby sensed that the minute he met her. I can honestly say she is a gem. She takes care of him like I would."
Winsome C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Sadla, I am 37 years old, and I live in East Norriton . I'm looking for a part-time position (mornings). I have a lot of previous experience with infants, toddlers, and school-aged children. I also have a focused experience of working with special needs children. I worked for 6 years for the same family as a nanny....
Sadla can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sadla is literally everything any family could ever want in a caregiver for their children. She is loving, trustworthy, a good driver, energetic, creative, patient, and kind. She provided care for our three children, including our oldest son, who has very...
Julie G.
5.0
(2)
Greetings, my name is Sheri, I love children and I love teaching. I have taught in a variety of classroom and private school settings. In addition to raising my own children, I have cared for children in various settings for over 40 years. I have had the privilege of working with a special needs adult for over 10 years. I have...
Sheri can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sheri is professional, yet personable. She is friendly, caring, and kind. I would trust Sheri to take care of my family and I would be filled with peace knowing that they are in excellent hands. Her encouraging ways are uplifting and her patience commendable. Sheri...
Theresa L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Morgan and I am full time special education teacher. I have been teaching full time for five years upon graduating from college. I attended college at West Chester University where I received a dual degree in special education and elementary education. I graduated with honors and gained employment the same month....
Morgan can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(2)
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: Companionship, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia & 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...
Care member
5.0
(2)
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,...
Victoria D.
Philadelphia, PA
$25-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
Experience Nanny And Baby Sitter Looking To Do Full-time Care And Babysitting Jobs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a part time nanny for a 3-year-old and 1-year-old. I have been with them for 6 months and am now looking to be a full time nanny and babysitting here and there. In 2021 to 2023 I was also a nanny. The boy was 6 months when I started and almost 3 when I left. In 2020 I was a nanny for a 3-year-old and 7...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Victoria is an excellent babysitter and we are so lucky to have found her! Our kids always tell me how much fun they had after a visit from her and ask when she will come back again. I love how incredibly patient she is and how she’s always willing to engage with...
Care member
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wayne, PA
Kathleen W.
5.0
Kathleen is an excellent caregiver and would be an asset to any family. Kathleen has provided care for our son practically since the day he was born and she has become an intricate adjunct member of our family. We have nothing but the ultimate trust and knowledge that when our son is with Kathleen,...
- Chase T.
Margaret R.
5.0
Margot is a lovely person to have in our home. She is reliable, knowledgeable, and trustworthy and takes wonderful care of our daughter.
- Care member
Jaleesa C.
5.0
Jaleesa has been babysitting for us for about four years now . She is all my children (6,8 and 10) ask for ! She spends so much time doing fun games and activities with them when she comes over. Jaleesa is always on time and even when I contact her last minute she always comes to our rescue! Jaleesa...
- Mary W.
Katherine R.
5.0
Katherine is a truly compassionate and caring person. She helps me look after my developmentally disabled sister, and has always gone above and beyond just the 'responsibilities' of the job, in order to develop and maintain a real relationship with her. She is the best!
- Karen R.
Judith J.
5.0
I have Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type III, so I use a wheelchair and I have brittle bones. Judy was my aid in school from 2nd grade to 11th grade. Throughout all those years she did a phenomenal job. Making sure I was safe was always her top priority. She was always there to help me with anything I...
- Christian R.
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