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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Wilmington, DE

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Wilmington, DE

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Caylyn W.


Wilmington, DE

$16/hr3 yrs exp

If You Are In The Wilmington Area And Need Childcare I Can Help!

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Caylyn and all my life I've been a caregiver in some sort of way. I'm the oldest of seven children and grew up babysitting my siblings. I love working with children of all ages and abilities. I received my CNA certification directly out of high school and began working at an Adult Special Needs live-in facility. From...
Caylyn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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Diva S.


Wilmington, DE

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an energetic 56-year-old experienced child care provider with excellent references! I love what I do and enjoy the little ones so much. I have experience with newborn -12 yr. and with special needs also Down syndrome heart condition and feeding tube etc, I'm comfortable in most situations. I'm very prompt and reliable.. I...
Diva can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Dee was our part time nanny for my now almost 3yr old and 10mo old baby for close to 2 years. She is incredibly energetic, loving and willing. Dee added a presence that was unmatched by any other caregiver we had in our home. She took our children out to the...

Tiffany D.

I am 20 years old and currently a freshman in college. I'm a licensed Early Childhood Intern through the Delaware Department of Education. I am a patient, kind, happy, and creative person. Currently I work weekday mornings with 3-5-year-olds at a summer camp. I have 5 years of experience working with children. I have worked...
Courtney can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Gigi J.


Wilmington, DE

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hi! I'm GiGi. I LOVE kids. I have a huge family so I've been babysitting since I can remember. I started when I was nine going on 10, I am now 26 with a son of my own! most comfortable with newborn-preteen. I can manage up to five children at a time. I do have my license and my own car, it seats five people, including myself. I...
Gigi can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Shelby R.


Wilmington, DE

$17-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Shelby, and I am 29 years old. I would describe myself as nurturing, friendly and responsible. I absolutely love working with children and have about 10 years of childcare experience. I have worked at different child care centers, elementary schools, and nannying; working with infants-school aged children....
Shelby can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Noah R.


Wilmington, DE

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

I have been working in schools with children who have special needs for the past 5 years. I have also grown up babysitting both younger cousins and younger nieces and nephews, as well as being a youth girls basketball coach and volunteering and youth basketball camps.
Noah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Keisha E.


Wilmington, DE

$14-27/hr10 yrs exp

I am currently a Registered Behavioral Therapist with a concentration of working 1:1 with children on the spectrum. I have over 20 years experience working with children and medical background as a certified medical assistant. My passion is caring and nurturing children with special needs. I currently work for the school...
Keisha can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

I have lots of experience babysitting for all ages, I actually grew up with a younger sister who I have been babysitting my whole life, she is 11 now! I have experience with special needs children, and am well equipped in CPR and First Aid due to my many years of lifeguarding and babysitting. I enjoy art and creating new fun...
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Angela S.


Wilmington, DE

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Childcare Provider

I have been caring for children for the past 8 years. I specialize in working with students with special needs. However, I also have experience working with children during the summer as a camp counselor and as an instructor at after school programs. I have babysat for families on and off throughout this time period. I enjoy...
Angela can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Beth D.


Wilmington, DE

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

I have 2 children of my own, both now in their early 20's. One is gifted, one special needs, but doing so well! My background is counseling and education, but my children have taught me the most! I love art, music, sports and cooking. I love getting down on the floor with kids and playing at their level, as well as introducing...
Beth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Renata F.


Wilmington, DE

$15-49/hr3 yrs exp

I have taken care of children for many years, including my own son. I have worked with special needs children, including two children where one was special needs and the other wasn't. I was raised with the ethic of the importance of caring for others. I speak only a little English (my husband is translating for me here), but I...
Renata can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Stefanie K.


Wilmington, DE

$15-20/hr

Nurse, Nanny, & Pet Sitter

Hello & welcome to my care page! My name is Stefanie and I have been a nanny to several children with 10+ years experience ranging from infants to teenage years of age. Additionally, caring for children and seniors with special needs and complex medical diagnoses. I am a registered nurse by day with flexible hours and both...
Stefanie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Currently obtaining my PhD in Developmental Psychology. I am also currently a Behavioral Specialist Consultant and work with children with Special needs. CPR/First Aid certified. I also know how to engage with ABA programs, PECS, and behavioral interventional services.
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Beth D.


Wilmington, DE

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver For Elderly And/Or Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My passion stems partly from just who I am. I have 2 master's in counseling, and love people. However, all my relatives live into their 90's and even 100's. I come from a very close-knit family and have cared for seniors and adults with dementia, Alzheimer's, and various special needs. I have prepared meals, acted as a...
Beth can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, personal care, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
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Carly S.


Wilmington, DE

$25-40/hr1 yrs exp

Gerontology Student & Certified Nursing Assistant

As a recent graduate in gerontology and a certified nursing assistant, I seamlessly integrate academic knowledge with hands-on experience in senior care. My caregiving journey commenced during college, where I worked as a CNA in a memory care unit, providing essential care and support to elderly residents. Additionally, I served...
Carly can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

CPR

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Sharon A.


Wilmington, DE

$21-30/hr10 yrs exp

Elder Care Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

20+ years experience in elderly and special needs care. Have worked in both private home duty and assisted living facilities. I strategize with my client's family and medical professionals to give the most holistic care possible. I prioritize my client's safety and comfort through medication management, meal prep, bathing,...
Sharon can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Mary Kate Covid-Conscious Private Nanny, seeking Covid-Conscious family. Reliable and nurturing childcare provider with more than 25 year's of early childhood education. Experience working with newborn's, infants, toddler's , preschool, school age as well as children with special needs. I am committed to providing an...
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Fun loving, amazing personality, compassionate, organized. Great with children, pets and seniors! "

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Mary W.


Wilmington, DE

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Private Nanny

Hello. I have had the absolute pleasure of working with children with autism. Children who had down syndrome. Children who had Cerebral palsy and many other infant to seniors with special needs. Thank you MK

Shirl R.


Wilmington, DE

$17/hr10 yrs exp

I'm Looking For A Full-Time Position

I'm employed now as PRN due to a budget cut a my current job. My position is working with people with bipolar and schizophrenic and behaviors. I have a weekend only job I've had since 2007 working caring for someone's great-aunt. I cook, do light cleaning and some food shopping.
I am a local college student with a car. I have about 10 years of experience with baby sitting children from young ages, to just hanging out as a extra set of eyes. I have worked special need children and have also supervised and aided with private parties.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel

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Ratings for Wilmington, DE special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Wilmington, DE are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.