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356 special needs caregivers are listed in Philadelphia, PA

The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Philadelphia, PA

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Jordyn K.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter & Special Needs Aide

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I have over 2 years of experience working with children with special needs and over 10 years of babysitting experience. I am funloving, compassionate and organized. Kids love my silliness! I am CPR certified, and more than willing and able to help with some household chores and pet care. I am also a reiki master and yoga...
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Joi L.


Philadelphia, PA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Patient And Loving Special Needs Instructor/Tutor

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My love of children and fun loving nature always work extremely well with children. I specialize in successfully working with children who have special needs. I have a Master of Arts degree in Education, specializing in Special Education, Certification of Competency in Early Intervention and have taken the Registered Behavioral...
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Judy T.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-21/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! My Name Judy From Philadelphia! I'm Retired From The New Jersey Special Education School System

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I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I'm experienced in all groups and special needs. Ive worked inNew Jersey schoolsin special education. I have also worked at the preschool level, private tutoring and assisted students in virtual learning. I also have experience working...
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Jeela T.


Philadelphia, PA

$21-24/hr10 yrs exp

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I am currently a Certified Child Life Specialist which entails working with children in the hospital and helping them cope with their diagnosis and being in the hospital setting. Prior to this, I was an infant teacher and have years of experience working in a preschool. I additionally have experience working with children with...
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Celina H.


Philadelphia, PA

$12-17/hr2 yrs exp

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I been working with childrens as a teacher assistant in maryland school systems for 6 yrs special needs and autism boys and girls and from pre-k to 11grade wirh english , mathematics the one who is failing in class
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Sarah B.


Philadelphia, PA

$33/hr6 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Sarah. I am a Philly native and full-time therapist specializing in working with children. I have extensive knowledge and professional experience working with autistic and special needs children. Friends, family, clients, and coworkers would describe me as kind, enthusiastic, creative, and empathetic. In my...
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Raina N.


Philadelphia, PA

$27/hr5 yrs exp

Available

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I am very funny and down to earth understanding empathetic I'd describe my personality as calm friendly sweet I like working with kids because never bored and I have children of my own and worked with special needs students before it's An amazing journey I'm looking for a job that I can bring my 4 month daughter and help...
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Esther R.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver/babysitter/nanny

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Hi my name is Esther! I have over 6 years of experience working with children. I have been a part time baby sitter/nanny working with a variety of age groups. I am fully capable of watching anywhere from 1-4 children at a time. I have also worked with special needs children and the elderly community. I volunteered at the...
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Brittany P.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Date Night Babysitter Available

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I have been babysitting regularly since I was 13- which is now almost 15 years! I have cared for families of all sizes. In college, I worked as a teacher's assistant with special needs kids. Typically I am a "date-night" babysitter, as I work full time during the week. I am an expert in the dinnertime, homework, bathtime,...
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Essence W.


Philadelphia, PA

$28/hr9 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Essence, I have 2 children ages 6 and 9, I love taking care of my kids and I also currently work at school with children with special needs/ behavioral problems! I love to teach children what's right and wrong and how to do things correctly in life! Kids are innocent and deserve to be treated with love
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Kaila R.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Food Lover!

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Hello! My name is Kaila and I'm a student studying Psychology with aspirations of becoming a therapist for children with autism. My favorite things to do are cooking, traveling, and anything involving creativity! I have five years of experience in childcare/caregiving for infants to teens, including special needs care. I'm...
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Neda M.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

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Hi my name is Neda. I have 8 years of experience working with children of different ages. I see the value in being a good role model and meet each kids special needs. I have worked in kindergarten, elementary school and been a leader in kids organizations. I moved to the US 1 year ago from sweden. I speak fluently English,...
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Brianna P.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-30/hr

About Me And My Experience

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I like to be a part of children's growth and development. I also enjoy taking the load off of parents because I know life can be hectic and everyone needs a little help! have grown up to raise my siblings so I have a lot of experience with all different ages. I have special needs experience as well because of my little sister. I...
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Cierra D.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello Everyone! I'm a recent graduate of Penn State University with a Bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Studies and have only worked with children since my first job my freshman year of college in 2015. I worked in a YMCA daycare the first year of college then with middle schoolers-early high schoolers and as of...
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Mark R.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-35/hr6 yrs exp

Mark, Toddler Teacher With MAT, CDA, BFA, 6+ Years Experience, From South Philadelphia

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Hello! My name is Mark. I am currently a lead toddler teacher and I love what I do. I have 3 years experience teaching 13-month-olds to 3 years olds. Prior to that, I was working with 3 to 5-year-olds as a mental health worker. While I was in grad school for art education, I worked with elementary school kids up to high...
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Doniell W.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Educated, Certified, Experienced And Reliable Nanny Available

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Hello families! My name is Doniell. I have an absolute passion for children! I have been working with children since I was 10 years old. I started out in my grandmother's child care center & parents' church nursery. I would enjoy reading to the babies and just being a true "mothers helper". This is a time when I was excited to...
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"While Doniell did not end up working with us, she had a wonderful phone and in-person interview. She met the kids and seemed to "hit it off" with them."

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Jordan R.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-31/hr

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I am a Penn State Graduate. I hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a graduate degree in Education. I am an elementary school teacher and mom. I am looking for some extra work where I can assist others in my community. I have family members with special needs/dementia and have helped to care for them. I understand the...

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Ratings for Philadelphia, PA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Philadelphia, PA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 161 reviews of the 356 listed special needs caregivers.