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Omar E.

Essington, PA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have been in the nursing field for over 20 yrs working with individuals of all ages. I am easy going and get along well with my family's and clients.
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Lori R.

Lots Of Experience With An Early Childhood And Special Needs Degree

Paulsboro, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I will be moving to the east coast in late summer. I'm hoping to find a place where I will grow to be part of your family! I graduated with a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. At the time, I was searching for a job that would provide for a young child and myself. Teaching positions simply did not cover expenses,...

Ashley L. says "Lori is such a pleasant person! Her care included picking the kids up from daycare, dinner and getting ready for bed. On a school night, I was only...

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Tameka C.

Chester, PA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi my name is tameka my first experience with someone with special needs is at a nursing home I worked there for 6 years I dealt with bipolar, schizophrenia, multi personalities, ADHD & autism. I treated them as I treated my own but my second experience is hands on because it's my son is autistic & have ADHD. I have cousins who...

Becky R. says "Tameka was a pleasure interviewing she had all her credentials ready for us to see! She also made me feel comfortable for her to care for my son with her...

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Mary F.

Full-Time Caregiver for Infants and Toddlers

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a licensed nurse, looking for a change of pace. My career in nursing has provided me with 25 years of experience, caring for people in an acute care setting, as well as in their homes. Additionally, I have been fortunate to have had the pleasure of working in a facility for children with special needs. The children that...

Mark S. says "We have known Mary for over two years and she has always gone above and beyond our expectations with the level of care she provides for our children. She is...

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Katie M.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am not taking new clients at this time and will update my availability as new openings are available. Registered Occupational Therapist I have experience caring for individuals from 3 months to 80+ years old, including children/adolescents with developmental disabilities, adults/elderly with physical, developmental, and...

Chris H. says "Katie worked with us for a year providing personal care assistance to our son who has Cerebral Palsy, and who uses a power wheelchair and augmentative...

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Patrick C.

Elementary Special Ed Teacher

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi there- My name is Patrick! I am an elementary special education teacher with over a decade of teaching experience and plenty more background working with children. I've worked with various special needs in children, including severe ADHD, ASD, ODD, bipolar, and cerebral palsy. Outside of the classroom, I am passionate about...

Rakeli S. says "Patrick does a great job tutoring my daughter. I see the progress and it's awesome. Patrick is patient and stern at the same time and my daughter responds...

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Yasmin D.

Caregiver

Sharon Hill, PA

5.0(0)
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$14/hr
10 years experience
Enthusiastic and dedicated professional seeking full time employment in Human Services. Knowledge base includes medical coding and billing, clerical, filing, HIPPA regulations. Experienced in health care settings, providing services to a diverse population for the past 20 years. I have worked with Alzheimer, Dementia, Hospice...
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Angelica K.

Personal Care Assistant: Available Weekends Only: Every Sat & Every Other Sun

Darby, PA

5.0(1)
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$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Currently working with Autistic teenager with tuberous sclerosis have been his aide for 3 yrs and am seeking weekend work on my days off

Karen G. says "She is awesome and such a caring person!!! I am so grateful to have her. She is a gem"

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Judith J.

Media, PA

5.0(1)
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$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Thank you for your time and consideration now and in the future! ! I reside in Media and I work part time for an Agency in Exton I was interested in picking up more hours Special needs care available. I work in there Wisconsin school district of kettle moraine with the special-needs boy from 2nd to 11th grade and also had...

Christian R. says "I have Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type III, so I use a wheelchair and I have brittle bones. Judy was my aid in school from 2nd grade to 11th grade....

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Andrea D.

Haverford, PA

4.7(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Coordinated diversified care for premature twins, familiar with pediatric health management, PT, OT, ST, IEP, 504, and able to take care of sick children. Raised my children to have a belief in wellness including daily exercise, the importance of play and creativity, reading, eating nutritiously, and being emotionally aware and...

Ayanna H. says "Andrea cared for my 83 year old dad after my mother was unable to care for him. Dad had dementia and a prosthetic for his voice box, as a result of Throat...

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Sophia P.

Marcus Hook, PA

5.0(0)
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$14/hr
6 years experience
Hey there! I'm Sophia. I'm currently going to Delaware County Community College to become an elementary school teacher. My experience of childcare started early, due to my little brother having special needs. I have also watched many children in my neighborhood of all ages. All ranging in different abilities. I am responsible,...
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James C.

Fun-Loving, Experienced Coach And Mentor For Adolescents/Adults With Special Needs

Media, PA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is James and I'm a social worker who is passionate about serving people with disabilities. I currently work with families in the Seattle/Eastside area who need some extra help to support a family member with special needs, whether at home or out in the community. I love to provide companionship, role-modeling,...

Naomi L. says "James is wonderful with our student. He is gentle and patient, and instantly put us both at ease with his demeanor. We are looking forward to him working...

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Jenice S.

Responsible And Caring Caregiver

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a nurses aide (CNA) with 8 years experience in healthcare including both at home and in a long term care facility. I'm able to provide assistance with all aspects of daily living and checking vital signs too. I've worked with children and adults with both physical and mental disabilities. I cared for my great grandmother...
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Karly F.

Attentive Care Provider

Clifton Heights, PA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
3 years experience
I am a caring individual and I love assisting people with whatever they need. I am a friendly, patient and pretty easy going person. I had experience.

Margaret T. says "I first hired Karly to drive me to and from an appointment that required me to be under anesthesia. She is pleasant, professional, compassionate and...

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Katherine R.

Experienced Caregiver

Havertown, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
As far back as I can remember, I have had a heart for elderly and impaired people. Good thing because, I have had the privilege of being the sole parent, advocate and caregiver for my son who has Asperger's. He is now 27 years old, and he is doing well. Currently, I am working part-time as a caregiver for an adult woman who has...

Karen R. says "Katherine is a truly compassionate and caring person. She helps me look after my developmentally disabled sister, and has always gone above and beyond just...

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Veronica M.

Part Time Caregiver

Drexel Hill, PA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have several years experience working with children and adults in a variety settings in the health care field and private home care. In the last eight years I have worked with several families through Care. com, assisting with companion care, homecare tasks, transportation, community outings, medication assistance, bathing,...

Beverly M. says "Where to start, she is responsible, reliable, resourceful, creative, nurturing, patient, mature and an angel. Ronnie worked with my 25 year old son who...

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Emily G.

Creative And Compassionate Caregiver With Therapeutic And Special Needs Expertise

Philadelphia, PA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Emily. I am a former art teacher, currently pursuing my master's degree in Art Therapy. I have experience providing child care and teaching all ages. I bring a unique blend of skills to caregiving, combining organization, cleanliness, and creativity to create a safe, engaging, and fun environment. I pride myself...
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Katrina G.

Early Educator

Philadelphia, PA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have 15 years of experience as an early educator for children 2-5 years old. I can work with typically developing children and those with developmental delays, neurodivergence, and behavioral challenges.
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Kelly J.

Experienced Caregiver Available Part-Time

Upper Darby, PA

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I have a Master's in Special Education. I have worked with students with learning differences, Down Syndrome, and ASD. I believe that all children deserve to be understood and provided with excellent care.
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Shakara P.

Darby, PA

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$22/hr
I live in Philadelphia and I am a certified nursing assistant. I have been doing this job for one year and three months certified. I have many experiences with the young and elderly enjoy taking care of them because it remind me of my grandma. She was very sick and I took care of her on my own from that day, motivated me to...
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Recent special needs child care reviews from local parents in Essington, PA

Special Needs Child Care in Essington, PA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care

Lori R.

Lori is such a pleasant person! Her care included picking the kids up from daycare, dinner and getting ready for bed. On a school night, I...

- Ashley L.

Tameka C.

Tameka was a pleasure interviewing she had all her credentials ready for us to see! She also made me feel comfortable for her to care for my...

- Becky R.

Mary F.

We have known Mary for over two years and she has always gone above and beyond our expectations with the level of care she provides for our...

- Mark S.

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