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Special needs caregivers in Willow Grove, PA

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Kim B.


Willow Grove, PA

$15-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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Hi I am very experienced with working with special needs children as I currently work with them in a daycare.
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Diane R.


Willow Grove, PA

$25-49/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care Professional

My experience has covered a wide range of personal and educational care. In my early years, I worked with mentally handicapped adults supervising group home living. I worked as a nanny caring for infants, toddlers and elementary aged children. I taught children with learning disabilities in Quaker Schools and in ai School. I...
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Joanmary G.


Willow Grove, PA

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hello families! I am looking for either full time work (40 hours a week) or work on just Wednesday's!! Please reach out to me because it seems to be not working for me when I reach out to people... I have a lot of experience with babysitting/ and some nannying and caregivers for kids with special needs. I love kids, I have...
Joanmary can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jade H.


Willow Grove, PA

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Jade, I go to college full-time and am majoring in Psychological and Social Sciences. I have studied both adults and children and have obtained several certifications through my studies. I was a babysitter throughout most of high school to all types of children including children with special needs. I provided...
Jade can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kim B.


Willow Grove, PA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Childcare

Hello, I am a mother of one and have worked with kids my entire life. As a teenager, I ran a swim program with special needs students. As a young adult, I worked with special needs teens. When my daughter was young, I babysat infants at my home and at employer's homes. Currently, I am a one-on-one personal care assistant for a...
Kim can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Brandi R.


Huntingdon Valley, PA

$25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Education Major Full Of Love

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a 31-year-old wife and mom. Not only do I have experience with special needs children and IEP's as a professional, but as a mom as well. My daughter was diagnosed autistic at a year and a half. My husband and I have used some sign language. I am always learning new things in the field of education and child...
Brandi can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Brandi arrived early, connected very quickly with our 1.5 year old daughter, provided great care and kept her thoroughly engaged. Our daughter enjoyed it so much she didn't want Brandi to leave. Highly recommend!"

Melanie D.

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Matthew R.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-40/hr • 9 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
"Matt has been a wonderful mentor for our son with a disability and a passion for creating art. With Matt's background and experience in both art and art instruction for people with special needs, he came with just what our son wanted. They have spent quiet hours...

Jennifer S.

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Medina I.


Philadelphia, PA

$24-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part Time/ Full Time Nanny & Babysitter Available!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

When I became a nanny in college I never knew it would change my life the way it has. Working with children is not only my career choice but it's my passion. From being an after school turor, to caring for children with special needs, I have succeeded in teaching as well as learning from children in a way I didn't know was...
Medina can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Medina is a wonderful caregiver. She is very dependable. Always punctual. We trust her implicitly with our daughter. We should also mention that our daughter loves Medina which says so much."

Sarah B.

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Leslie M.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 15 years+ experience in education, and for the past five years, have learned to care for my Grandson, who has a Rare Brain Disease. I'm now experienced with setting up G-tube feedings, administering medications through a port, CPAP setup, Physical Therapy exercises for immobility, respiratory treatments including using a...
5.0
"Leslie has worked for my family for this school year as my son's in-school educational aid. Leslie is knowledgeable, professional, and caring. She has built a special relationship with my son where he is supported in school, and we are kept fully informed of his...

Rebecca S.

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Catherine M.


Philadelphia, PA

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Super Positive, Fun And Caring Companion

Hello, I welcome you to message me after you have read my profile and after all parties have agreed to hire a caretaker. Hello! I am a former Special Education Teacher with experience in a multiple disability classroom for children ages 5 through 18. I also have 5 Years Experience with Senior Citizens who need companionship,...
5.0
"Cathy is a natural leader and is compassionate and attentive to others needs, her leadership motivates others around her while her professional attitude promotes a positive atmosphere."

Padraic A.

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Naleena D.


Ambler, PA

$26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Creative And Fun Tutor, Homeschooler, Nanny

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Naleena and I have worked as a substitute teacher, special needs aide and nanny with over 10+ years of experience with children of all ages. I have two wonderful children who have excelled academically with full college scholarships but most importantly are kind and productive individuals. I have a Bachelor's...
Naleena can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Naleena cared for my son from when he was 6 to 8 months old. She exceeded all expectations, she has been wonderful for many reasons. She brings a lot of positive energy and my son could feel that and liked that. She played with him in an organized fashion and they...

Noemi A.

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Caroline Z.


Warminster, PA

$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

If you are looking for a positive, dedicated and enthusiastic helper who knows how to work with kids with special needs, I am the right person. I have experience in child development and child psychology. I am very responsible and patient. Mom of two kids with clear background check and driving record. Child abuse clearance also...
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Kristen D.


Hatboro, PA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Experienced childcare provider seeking PT or occasional/as-needed position. Available weekends and occasional weekday evenings. I care for all ages, though the majority of my experience is with infants through elementary school age. I have experience caring for children with autism (I've worked in schools, clinics, and homes)...
Kristen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kristen provided all the information that we requested and we had a very positive experience with her. Our 2 month old loved her during the interview and she came prepared with all of her paperwork. I'd highly recommend her for child care needs. We ended up finding...

Matt B.

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Dora S.


Philadelphia, PA

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello I have worked with the elderly who have dementia. I am happy to do meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping, and errands.
5.0
"Dora did a 1 month overnight care role for my elderly mother three times a week. She was lovely to interact with, kind, compassionate, communicative, punctual, and patient with my mom who could become very anxious at night. Dora played my moms fav game, Rumikub...

Marilyn B.

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Patti C.


Blue Bell, PA

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available, Seniors, Errands, Disabled

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.

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Madison R.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp

7 Year Experienced Part-time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a 25-year-old college graduate. I have 7 + years experience, working as a Nanny and as a lead day care teacher in the toddler and infant room at different points in my career. I've worked with newborns/infants and children of all ages up to 14! As well as special needs kiddos and adults! I am CPR trained, background checked...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Madison is such a joy!! She is ALWAYS on time, most pleasant, and patience with my son. My son is a hyper-active six year that requires a lot of patience and attention - Madison is the perfect match! They complete arts and crafts, she assists with his homework. She...

Morgan S.

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Renee W.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nanny

I was a school teacher for Philadelphia and most classes I taught were fully integrated. I have worked with special Olympics and with special people in the north east . My masters background is special education and my cousin has Down syndrome and is a 25-year-old grown man. I have worked with him very closely through the years....
5.0
"was always on time and could count on"

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Kaitlin Y.


Glenside, PA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of children for over 10 years. I have worked in a daycare, been a nanny, babysitter, Mother's helper, and live in nanny for newborns-preteen age and children with special needs. I am currently working full time at a non-profit for kids and volunteer with kids during the school year. I am comfortable...
Kaitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Kaitlin is wonderful!! She was our children's nanny, ages 7 and 9 and they loved her!! She went above and beyond her responsibilities and would be an asset to any family. AAAA+++++"

Jeanne E.

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Jaquela S.


Elkins Park, PA

$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Jaquela. I've worked with special needs kids for about 3 years in an in home capacity as well as a school environment. I really enjoy working with special needs kids and everything that it has to offer. I'd love to answer any questions that your family may have. Please feel free to message me.
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Yuan T.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Available To Provide Care

I am an energetic, patient, reliable, and fun certified Special Education teacher with over 16 years of experience of working with students with a wide range of disabilities. In my teaching career I have worked with elementary, middle, and high school students. My students have various needs ranging from Autism, learning...
5.0
"Yuan is a kind, friendly, experienced educator. She excels at catering her teaching to the individual needs of the student. Yuan taught my son for 2 years in a home school setting. She is amazing! She is very knowledgeable about different teaching methods and...

Cathy H.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Willow Grove, PA

Brandi R.

5.0

Brandi arrived early, connected very quickly with our 1.5 year old daughter, provided great care and kept her thoroughly engaged. Our daughter enjoyed it so much she didn't want Brandi to leave. Highly recommend!

- Melanie D.

Matthew R.

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, exercising and activities of daily...

- Monica R.

Medina I.

5.0

Medina is a wonderful caregiver. She is very dependable. Always punctual. We trust her implicitly with our daughter. We should also mention that our daughter loves Medina which says so much.

- Sarah B.

Leslie M.

5.0

Leslie has worked for my family for this school year as my son's in-school educational aid. Leslie is knowledgeable, professional, and caring. She has built a special relationship with my son where he is supported in school, and we are kept fully informed of his progress. I wholeheartedly...

- Rebecca S.

Catherine M.

5.0

Cathy is a natural leader and is compassionate and attentive to others needs, her leadership motivates others around her while her professional attitude promotes a positive atmosphere.

- Padraic A.

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