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Amy N.


Blue Bell, PA

$20-35/hr

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Hello, I am 52 years old mother of three Children. Many of my initial working experiences involved Industrial Design, Team Management, business development, as well as a full time mother of three children who are now adults. I am currently looking for new opportunities. I decided to sell my business many years ago so I could...

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I have a BS in Biobehavioral Health from PSU. I am a very positive, outgoing, kind person, and I love to take care of others also with special needs. I'm very reliable and trustworthy. I have my own transportation.
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Karen D.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-20/hr

Mount Airy And Vicinity Babysitter

5.0

(1)

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I have worked as a social worker for over 25 years with children in a variety of settings. In the past few years I have worked as a substitute teacher in the school district of Phila as well as with individual children with special needs.
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Frances S.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Loving Babysitter And Dog Walker!

5.0

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I spent 3 years working at a daycare primarily with 3-5-year-olds. I began babysitting for a neighbor when I was 12 years old. I cared for a 2-year-old daughter and a newborn autistic son. Very quickly, these kids became my family. Nothing was as fulfilling as helping her daughter and son problem solve and learn about the world....
5.0
"Frances has babysat my daughter on several occasions and all of them were nothing less than amazing. She watched my daughter when she was a newborn, 6 months, and a little over a year and Frances was nothing...

Reviewed by Care member

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Maegan S.


Villanova, PA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Villanova Student Looking For Part-time And/or Occasional Position

5.0

(3)

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Hi, My name is Maegan, and I am a junior at Villanova University. I am from Long Beach, California, and I have experience working summers at the Newport Beach Tennis Club as a swim and water polo instructor. I have also been a private nanny to a family with 2 children and another family with a special needs (Autistic) teenager....
5.0
"Maegan has watched my two kids (elementary school age) multiple times over the years. She is fun, kind, helpful, and dependable. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to any family looking for high-quality...

Reviewed by Christina J.

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Pamela T.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certify Nurses Assistant, Home Health Aid, & Direct Support Professional

5.0

(3)

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Having over 20 years of experience in the nursing community has been rewarding to me. I gain my experiences in long term care facilities, hospitals, medical clinics and home health care which enabled me to develop nurses skills and techniques. My background experience is Surgery recovery, Fall risk, Alzheimer, Dementia, Cancer,...
5.0
"She is a very caring person and has a lot of patience. She takes a lot of pride in what she does. You can count on her!"

Reviewed by Anna S.

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Rachel C.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

5.0

(2)

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I CURRENTLY DO NOT HAVE ANY AVAILABILITY I have babysat children of all ages. I have cared for children with special needs such as autism and cerebral palsy. The past two summers I nannied for a family with three young children while their parents were at work. I kept the children entertained during the day, ensured their...
5.0
"Rachel is fantastic, we would recommend her wholeheartedly! "

Reviewed by Robert H.

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Matthew R.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-40/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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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...

Reviewed by Monica R.

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Kara C.


Plymouth Meeting, PA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny / Babysitter SUMMER ONLY

5.0

(3)

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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...
5.0
"Kara is our neighbor and has taken care of our kids (almost 5 year-old girl and 3 year-old boy) for some time. It is really important to us that someone isn't just watching our kids, but that we have someone...

Reviewed by Lisa S.

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Samantha C.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-28/hr8 yrs exp

Fun And Flexible Babysitter For The Holidays -CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

5.0

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If your kiddos like legos, crafts, and outdoor games I'm the sitter for you! I am a creative and compassionate 23-year-old psychology graduate who's looking to babysit date nights or weekends while I'm in school for Occupational Therapy. I have experience as a sitter for children as young as 3 months old, a summer camp counselor...
5.0
"Samantha was really helpful, she took care of my 3 boys (3months, 2 years, 4 years old) for the night. Very sweet and patient, they really enjoyed their time with her. She even did the dishes I had left in...

Reviewed by Claire L.

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Anne H.


Chalfont, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Covid Strict-former Occupational Therapist Seeks Occasional Hrs-Mon/Wed

5.0

(1)

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It takes a village! Seeking one time or ocassional jobs with nice families, kids, seniors, errands, help with parties. I have former CPR and first aid training and background checks from old OT job. I am 62yr old and active. My background is 21 yrs of early intervention occupational therapy (sensory integration specialty) and 5...
5.0
"Anne is a caring caregiver. She has taken pride in applying her occupational therapy background in her interactions with our child. She is always looking for ways to improve the independence of our child."

Reviewed by Angela G.

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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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Devon K.


Hatboro, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver - RN Graduate

5.0

(1)

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I genuinely care. I have 10+ years of hands on care with special needs. I am comfortable helping with daily living activities and personal care. I've helped with everything from going on daily errands, movies, parks, and toileting care. When helping with anyone I care about safety and the personal happiness.
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Stephen M.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Or Full-Time Caregiver Available

5.0

(3)

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I've had the opportunity to work part-time with a gentleman with a form of progressive MS for the past 10 years. My goal is to enhance his quality of life by assisting him with everyday activities and promoting his physical well being. Daily activities include: Providing physical therapy exercises for strength and range of...
5.0
"If I had a family member who needed care, Steven would be my first choice. He is compassionate and of impeccable integrity. He's also strong physically and very gentle and sympathetic. You couldn't do better."

Reviewed by Deborah S.

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Gina S.


Norristown, PA

$12/hr10 yrs exp

Baby Sitter Or Child Care Provider

5.0

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I am looking to care for other children in my home. I am a stay at home mom and care for my younger children (I am not a home daycare). We are a fun, fast paced family, and my children love to play with others. I am well versed in special needs and caring for children with special needs. I also am very experienced care giver in...
5.0
"Gina has been amazing with helping watch my daughter when I work. I was nervous leaving my daughter with someone for the first time and Gina took my fears away the very first time she watched her. I have no...

Reviewed by Erin C.

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Kathleen M.


Horsham, PA

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I have worked in the North Penn School District with Learning Support children and teens with various needs. I was a Nanny for children with Asperger's Syndrome, Muscular Dystrophy, and Down Syndrome, Pulmonary Atresia.
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Kaitlin Y.


Glenside, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

5.0

(5)

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I currently work a full time job but have some availability on weekends and weekday nights after 6 p.m. I have been taking care of children for 10 years but have been helping with children for 15+. I have experience with children from newborn up to school age/pre-teen. I have worked in a daycare, been a nanny, babysitter,...
5.0
"Couldn’t have asked for a better babysitter! We were visiting for a wedding and Kaitlin was wonderful with our 1 and 3 year old. She also got them both to sleep in our hotel room. Would definitely hire again!"

Reviewed by Rebecca S.

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Renee W.


Norristown, PA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nanny

5.0

(1)

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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"

Reviewed by Care member

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Hannah T.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi! I'm a very patient, compassionate, and energetic person. I enjoy being active and doing various activities, especially outside. I worked in mental health with adolescents for three years out of college which required a significant amount of patience, understanding, and consistency with my expectations. I'm am very good...
5.0
"Hannah was very responsive and great with the kids."

Reviewed by Care member

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Olivia S.


Chalfont, PA

$15-30/hr7 yrs exp

Summer Nanny, Experienced Regular Babysitter

5.0

(1)

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Early Elementary Special Education teacher looking for weekend/weeknight babysitting opportunities and summer nannying/babysitting jobs! All clearances available at your request. Experience with ages 0-12 Experience with special needs( ASD, Asperger's, Down's Syndrome, Lifeskills, Rhett's).
5.0
"She was punctual, dependable, and my kids loved her. They had a great time with her, and even did crafts together. She was great!"

Reviewed by Mariela Z.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Blue Bell, PA

Frances S.

5.0

Frances has babysat my daughter on several occasions and all of them were nothing less than amazing. She watched my daughter when she was a newborn, 6 months, and a little over a year and Frances was nothing short of attentive and went above and beyond with singing, promoting movement such as...

- Care member

Maegan S.

5.0

I have known Maegan since she was born. She was my sons "helper" two summers ago. My son is autistic and Maegan would drive him, do fun activities, go out to eat, basically entertain him while I was at work. I love her and you would be LUCKY to have her care for your children.

- Jody S.

Pamela T.

5.0

She is a very caring person and has a lot of patience. She takes a lot of pride in what she does. You can count on her!

- Anna S.

Rachel C.

5.0

Rachel is a wonderful babysitter and I would recommend her to any family looking for a reliable, caring babysitter. She asked what activities the kids were interested in before she came for the first time. My kids love having Rachel babysit and she always goes above and beyond.

- Lori N.

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.

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