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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Harrisburg, PA

The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Harrisburg, PA

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Kay A.


Harrisburg, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

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I have worked with children in total for about 10 years. I have experience mainly working with children in the age range of 6 mo.-12 yrs. I worked in a nursery for about four years, and before that, I had classroom experience with children in the early school age range. I have also done volunteer work with school age children....
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"Always on time. Always has a great attitude. Amazing with my kids. Knows how to discipline with our guidelines and making sure the kids know she means business without being cruel or mean and we love and...

Reviewed by Latoya S.

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Michaela P.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Children And Senior Care Provider

5.0

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Experienced caregiver looking for part time evening and weekend work. I have been in the home nursing industry for 5 years but have moved into the management side, but would still love to work one-on-one with patients part time outside of my full time job. Reliable transportation. Experience with special needs (pediatric and...
5.0
"Michaela really brought out a side of my grandmother that I hadn't seen in a long time! She is awesome and very personable! "

Reviewed by Samantha N.

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Jazlyn R.


Harrisburg, PA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

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Hey, my names Jazlyn iv worked for kids and adults that has special needs for 3 years , I'm very good with cooperating with them and communicating and helping them understand me, I'm willing to work 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. happy to hear from you if interested:)
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Katelyn C.


Harrisburg, PA

$15-35/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny/Babysitter

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I grew up with several friends with different special needs from autism to down syndrome. I became very interested in learning more about these disorders as well as others. I decided to study psychology at West Virginia University as well as disability studies and theater. I was also given the opportunity to work in an inclusion...
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Theresa S.


Harrisburg, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Pediatric Nurse For Your Special Needs Child

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I have over 20 years pediatric nursing experience in general health, specialized medicine, home care, school and daycare settings. I am a volunteer member of the Special Olympics Medical Team.
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Emily S.


Harrisburg, PA

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

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I have been tutoring a special education student for four years and am a current special education student.
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Nathaniel S.


Harrisburg, PA

$18-21/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello, my name is Nathaniel. I have worked with the geriatrics population and people with mental disabilities for over 12 years now and love it. I provide personal care like showers, grooming and do laundry, house keeping, medication reminder, doctor appointments, protect patient in and out of the home, feeding/assist if...
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Michaela P.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Certified Home Health Aide With CPR Certification

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Hello, my name is Michaela. I am 24 years old and have 6 years of home care experience. Most of my Home Care experience is in Special Needs/Pediatrics, but also have 1 years of hands on Senior Care experience. Working with Pediatrics has been a true labor of love for me over the past 6 years, and while I primarily work in senior...
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Elizabeth N.


Harrisburg, PA

$18-30/hr1 yrs exp

Kind Hearted Nursing Student

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Hello! I currently work for Friendship Community which cares for adult individuals with intellectual disabilities such as autism and Down syndrome. Some of the actions I am responsible for when it comes to my residents include : bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, preparing pureed meals, ambulating, administering meds. I have...

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I know how it is having a family member that requires special care. My kid brother has cerebral palsy but that didn't the slightest bit change how amazing he is, my experience with him automatically created a soft spot in my heart for those with special needs.
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Nikki R.


Harrisburg, PA

$18-30/hr6 yrs exp

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I have 6 years of experience in the healthcare field. The majority of my experience involves working with individuals on the autism spectrum (ages 1-60). I have worked as a behavior therapist for children with autism, in school settings as a 1:1 paraeducator, and in residential/day program settings as a direct support...
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Karen B.


Harrisburg, PA

$17-21/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Mature, Professional

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I have worked with children who have special needs mentally and physically. I was a driver over 5 years taking the children back and forth to school.
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Ciarra P.


Harrisburg, PA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

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Hello! Until recently I helped take care of 2 kids for about a year with autism and the KIF5A gene which causes spastic paraplegia and primary progressive multiple sclerosis. One child did have a G tube as well which I helped with nightly feedings with a pump and during the day we would do a gravity feed sometimes.
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Amara N.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

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Working with children and adults who have intellectual disabilities is extremely rewarding. I've been in the human services field for 6 years and wouldn't change it for the world! My range of experiences includes but is not limited to working with individuals who have autism, down syndrome, and cerebral palsy. I am willing to...
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Caitlin B.


Harrisburg, PA

< $10/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Mom Turned Sitter

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I am a full time mom to five children ages 7 months to 11. I previously homeschooled my children and have worked as a tutor, teacher, and sitter. My oldest child has special needs and I am comfortable working with kids that may require a diverse approach.
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Claudia H.


Harrisburg, PA

$20-39/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Caring And Pet Friendly

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Hi, I'm Claudia. I love working with children. It has been my passion for as long as I can remember. I think being the oldest of 5 it's just been programmed into me. :) I started babysitting for local families when I was 14. During high school I continued babysitting occasionally and I taught dance classes at my dance studio. I...
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Aubrie W.


Harrisburg, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated And Passionate To Helping Children In Any Way That I Can!

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Hello! My name is Aubrie. I am 27 years old. I currently live in downtown Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. I am up to date on my vaccinations (COVID, flu, etc). I am FBI and State background checked. I have over 10 years of child development and childcare experience. I was a lead preschool teacher for over 5 years in both the private...
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Mark P.


Harrisburg, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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I have 10+ years of experience raising 3 special needs boys and running the household while my wife was deployed several times. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. I can do errands and/or drive you to your medical appointments. I have a new reliable car, do not drink or smoke and have minimal personal commitments so my...
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Melissa H.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-30/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter That Is A Certified Teacher

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I am a certified teacher. I currently work for at a preschool for students with special needs.
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Madelyn M.


Harrisburg, PA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

A New Addition To The Family To Help!

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Hi! My name is Madelyn but my preferred name is Logyn. Since I was 10 I helped my mom watch kids she would clean homes for, she would clean and supervise me with the kids till I was old enough to babysit on my own. I started at 12 babysitting for family friends and then worked my way up to a lot of families around my...

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