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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
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I taught in public and private schools for over 25 years, primarily working with preschool and elementary aged children. My recent work includes providing academic and social supports to individuals with special needs. I also have raised two children of my own. Helping children grow has always been my greatest passion!...
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My experience ranges from helping infants through to seniors. I also help special needs individuals. My care giving has included meal preparation, clean up, assisting the eating process, basic functions such as sitting in a chair, or toilet needs. I currently assist a woman part time, who battles with Parkinson's Disease. Duties...
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I currently work in elementary special education with children with behavioral needs and have pervious experience as well. I am CPI, first aid, and CPR certified. I am currently studying to eventually become a child therapist specializing in behavior.
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I have been working in childcare for over 10 years. I have experience with all ages, am CPR and American Red Cross Babysitter certified, and have experience with special needs, preemies, twins, and nanny shares! I was an Infant Room teacher at the Goddard School for a number of years, as well.
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In most recent years and currently I work as a behavioral therapist for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). I am strongly compassionate about giving them equal opportunities to experience the world and communicate effectively with everyone. I have always enjoyed helping them to achieve their highest potential...
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I was a stay-at-home mother for my four grown children. I have an Associates of Arts degree, as well as one year of childhood education credits. I have had many years of experience working with children, including paid and volunteer positions within the school and church communities.
For the past 10 years I have been employed as...
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I've spent my whole life caring for children in some regard.
As the oldest child of seven children in my family, I began watching my own siblings to help my parents out, and eventually began Mothers Helper-ing for my mom's friends (my mom was a midwife, so there was never a shortage of people who needed extra help!)
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Taylor N.
Mechanicsburg, PA
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have babysat here and there, just to help out parents. I have also had a long-term nannying job with a 1 and 3-year-old (when I started they were about 7 months and 2. 5). The 3-year-old has special needs so I have worked with him a lot. I have also pet and house sat here and there as well. I would say I'm pretty responsible...
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Caring for children has become very natural for me considering growing up my mother herself was a nanny for children of all ages. I helped her while I was growing up. Now as an adult with 2 children myself one with special needs, I have the patience, understanding and most important, the heart to care for any child.
Samantha K.
Mechanicsburg, PA
$22-33/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have always loved working with special needs individuals in the past. I have had experience with age groups of 9 and up and understand the importance of being open and lending a listening ear. I am willing to help with games, activities, and any duties around the house.
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I am 29 years old with three children of my own, ages 6, 3, and 1. (They WILL be with me). I have babysat and nannied since I was 11. I have worked with special needs children (downs syndrome, autism, prader willi, etc). I have experience teaching baby signs for babies and autistic children. I managed and tutored at a learning...
Ashley T.
Enola, PA
$18-19/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I work as an Instructional Assistant at an elementary school with special needs children in Life Skills. I also am a caregiver for my elderly grandmother. I have a dog and 2 cats. I am also pursuing a music career and currently taking vocal lessons. I have also worked with adults that had mental and intellectual disabilities for...
Jennifer M.
New Cumberland, PA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have been in the nursing field for over 24 yrs and have work with children all the way up to adult hood I am patient compassionate understanding and empathetic very out going and personable I love children and have one of my own and 3 grand children
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I am a young 59 year old female who is self employed with very flexible hours. I am very compassionate with a lot of patience for those with special needs, newborn on up. I worked in the NICU for 4 years. I am also available weekends and evenings.
Lori S.
Camp Hill, PA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I'm available for cleaning, yard work and babysitting, among other tasks. I work full time for a local public school district and I love helping children of elementary and middle school age to learn to be safe and as self sufficient as possible. I teach children skills they can use throughout their lives which is very...
Cali H.
Hummelstown, PA
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hi there! I'm Cali and I recently graduated from Shippensburg University where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood and Special Education. I started babysitting regularly about 10 years ago. I have watched up to four kids at a time in home and am perfectly comfortable with that. I have special needs experience...
Ashley T.
Enola, PA
$15-20/hr
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I worked with adults with disabilities in a group home and apartment setting for 3 years. I currently work at an elementary school with children that are in the Life Skills classroom.
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I taught in public and private schools for over 25 years, primarily working with preschool and elementary aged children. My recent work includes providing academic and social supports to individuals with special needs. I also have raised two children of my own. Helping children grow has always been my greatest passion!...
Caela B.
Enola, PA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I've worked with adults and senior citizens in a home care, assisted living, and nursing home setting. I worked in the recreation department planning and implementing programming to enhance the lives of our residents.
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Hello, my name is Samantha, I am 21 years old and have been babysitting/nannying for two years now altogether. I'm attending Towson University right now. I have caregiver experience with special needs and cerebral palsy. I am going into the occupational therapy field and hope to pick up more experience along the way!
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