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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Wayne, PA

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Wayne, PA

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Laura L.


Wayne, PA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

M.A. Level Art Therapist Can Work With Special Needs Children

5.0

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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.
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Reetu S.


Wayne, PA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Part-time Caregiver

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.
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Nicholas D.


Wayne, PA

$30-35/hr7 yrs exp

Reliable, Passionate Educator & Mentor

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.
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Lisa J.


Wayne, PA

$20/hr10 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...
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Charlotte G.


Wayne, PA

$20-25/hr4 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Tracey P.


Wayne, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have no professional elder care experience. I have close relationships with many elders including parents and in-laws. I know what special needs elders have, including those with memory issues and medication management. I am patient, loving and kind. I am available to provide companionship, light house work, meal preparation...
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Margaret R.


King of Prussia, PA

$40-58/hr5 yrs exp

Excellent Care For Special Needs

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
"Margo is an amazing caretaker and friend. She has been helping me out with my 20 year old daughter who has severe epilepsy and global development/ cognitive delays. My daughter loves spending time with her and I am comforted knowing that my daughter is safe under...

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Jaleesa C.


Phoenixville, PA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher Looking for Extra Babysitting Jobs (:

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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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.

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Katherine R.


Havertown, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

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.

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Judith J.


Media, PA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

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
"Judy worked for many years as a special needs assistant for my son within the public school system. During that time, the two of them had a wonderful working relationship. I always felt that I could entrust my son's care to Judy. She has a bright and warm...

Jennifer R.

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Kara C.


Plymouth Meeting, PA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny / Babysitter SUMMER ONLY

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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
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.

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Sadla G.


Norristown, PA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time/full-time Caregiver

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Wonderful caregiver. Doesn't get any better! "

Melissa M.

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Sheri S.


Malvern, PA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Your Little's Life Coach

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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"That Sheri has been a most valued employee. She has been a wonderful teach for my Daughter. She has a perfect work ethic. Sheri has been with my daughter since early 2013. We are sorry to loose her on our team."

Linda B.

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Doris A.


King of Prussia, PA

$15-30/hr10 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, meal prep, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, companionship & 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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Sadla G.


Norristown, PA

$15-20/hr6 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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Katelynn G.


Springfield, PA

$58/hr10 yrs exp

Safety First, But Let's Definitely Have Lots Of Fun Too!

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:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katelynn was fantastic with our 2-year-old when we needed care for a few full days! "

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Margaret R.


King of Prussia, PA

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Child And Special Needs Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children and special needs for over 4 years; my oldest brother has down syndrome, autism, and experienced seizures as a baby that left him nonverbal and severely mentally delayed. After helping my parents with my brother, I moved on to working with families with special needs in their homes. My experience is...
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We were in town for medical appointments at CHOP and I reached out to Margaret to watch my daughter so I could have some me time in the city. She was excellent with my daughter and gave her Gtube meds. Very professional highly recommend her!!"

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Victoria D.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Nanny And Baby Sitter Looking To Do Full Time Care And Babysitting Jobs

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am currently looking for a part time or full time position along with some babysitting/date nights as well. I am currently a behavioral health technician but am now looking to nanny again! My last position before that was with a 2 month baby for about two months. Before that I was a nanny for two kiddos at 6-month-old...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Victoria was our nanny for around two years. Since my son was just a few months old she worked with us and became part of our family. She had so much patience, kindness and resourcefulness for our baby. We trusted her to always be there for him and do her very best...

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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

Hannah B.

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Matthew R.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-40/hr9 yrs exp

I have experience working with the elderly in home since living in Santa Cruz, California. I moved to Philadelphia and have enjoyed very much my experience working for some great families. My references will show that I have developed outstanding relationships with my employers and have proved that I can relate well and adapt to...
5.0
"Matthew helped to take care of my husband and was always very upbeat, responsible and willing to help with different activities and learn how to better adapt to my husband's needs. He always took interest on their conversations and was a good companion in outings,...

Monica R.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wayne, PA

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.

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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.

Kara C.

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.

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