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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Wayne, PA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Wayne, PA
Laura L.
Wayne, PA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
M.A. Level Art Therapist Can Work With Special Needs Children
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.
Jillian C.
Wayne, PA
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Fun & Patient Caregiver That Will Go Above & Beyond For Your Family
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jillian and I have 9 years of experience working with infants, children, and adolescents. My experience includes working with multiple youth at a time, including those with developmental delays, learning disabilities, special needs, behavioral and conduct disorders, and severe trauma. I have been trained in...
Jillian can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jillian made a great connection with our little one and kept her peacefully occupied throughout the day."
Alexander L.
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.
Gina S.
Wayne, PA
$16-21/hr
I have taught special needs children and adults alike in swim lessons through the YMCA and have also been hired by a private family for an adult with ASD to support throughout community activities. Adapting and innovating to meet any need of the moment is a specialty of mine, and I'm happy to learn any other details that making...
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.
Lisa J.
Wayne, PA
$20/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: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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...
5.0
(1)
Hi !!! My name is Linda. I have been working with children for five years. Throughout my experience, I have been blessed enough to work hands on with children who have special needs for the past two years. I am currently a special needs adviser at the School District of Philadelphia. The children that I have worked with ranges...
Linda can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
" Linda is extremely calm and patient and has great ideas when it comes to children's behaviors. I have also utilized Linda as a pet sitter in my home while I was away. She enjoys spending time with children and always had my child excited about her coming over to...
Shari A.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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.
4.0
(1)
With a bachelors degree, I've supported young & older adults with physical, mental, & social health needs for 6+ years. From memory differences, to mobility support, and diverse care needs related to medical conditions. I have been certified in CPR, First Aid, medication management and administration, & have references...
Spense can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
4.0
"Spenser worked to support us by being with our children over a two month period. He is courteous, kind and a good listener to them. We are glad they had Spenser to be with."
Jay P.
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.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in all facets of healthcare. Geriatric, end of life, rehabilitation, special needs, Alzheimer's, dementia, stroke, heart disease, Parkinson's, seizure disorders, and cancer. I strive for the best possible quality of life for my clients. Has been CNA certified and CPR certified.
Elizabeth can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Elizabeth was always on time or even early. She communicates well and is a caring individual. Once she knows what care is needed she takes the initiative and provides the needed care. "
Care member
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
"Kara is our cousin and has babysat for our 5 children. She is currently attending college to become a physical therapist. Our children adore her. She is responsible, caring, hard-working, energetic, and so much fun! She also has an older sister with special...
Lori H.
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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Wonderful caregiver. Doesn't get any better! "
Melissa M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am presently seeking a part-time position as a companion/community navigator providing help in and out of the home.
5.0
"Pattie is such a pleasant person to be around and she helped me with everything and beyond. She's professional, responsible, punctual, reliable, very knowledgeable with medical stuff and surgery process, very friendly, etc.
I highly recommend her!"
Justina H.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
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.
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.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wayne, PA
Jillian C.
5.0
Jillian made a great connection with our little one and kept her peacefully occupied throughout the day.
- Alexander L.
Linda F.
5.0
Linda is extremely calm and patient and has great ideas when it comes to children's behaviors. I have also utilized Linda as a pet sitter in my home while I was away. She enjoys spending time with children and always had my child excited about her coming over to babysit. I recommend her highly!
- Shari A.
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.
Spense D.
4.0
Spenser worked to support us by being with our children over a two month period. He is courteous, kind and a good listener to them. We are glad they had Spenser to be with.
- Jay P.
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