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I have cared for two people professionally with challenges deafness with cochlear implants, and a mitochondrial disease. I can also cared for someone with Down syndrome and someone with autism spectrum disorder. I think everyone should be treated the same in some ways and I love showing people with disorders that there is...
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- $17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello I'm Olivia, I'm 22, I just graduated college at Millersville University with get my Bachelors in Early Childhood Education. I've been working with kids as a babysitter/nanny for as long as I can remember and helping them succeed in life and be the best they can be is always what I strive for when working with kids, I have...
Care Member says "So glad we found Olivia. She is fantastic with our son. Smooth communication and a joy to have in our home. Highly recommended. "
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- $20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a Registered Nurse with a BSN degree with past experience in direct patient care in skilled nursing and rehabilitation environments and Hospice care. I also have experience in patients with dementia and have worked as a RN Supervisor in long term care. Currently, I am looking to use my experience and compassion to help...
Kari W. says "I am a 49 year-old woman with progressive multiple sclerosis for the past 21 years. I am wheelchair-bound and need assistance with many daily activities....
Hello! I'm Melissa from Ephrata, in Lancaster County. I am a PA Certified Direct Support Aide. I have 4 years experience working with special needs a and over 20 years experience working as a Caregiver.
My schedule is flexible and I look forward to hearing from you to discuss your current needs. Thank you
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- $27/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi Parents!
I love being around children and make them happy when they are under my care.
Overall, I have experience caring for multiple children (twins), all ages, and children with special needs. I am a happy, loving, respectful and responsible nanny/babysitter looking for a weekend job. I am CPR and FIRST AID Certified. I...
Kelvin L. says "Wonderful with kids. Bilingual. My children love her and still ask for her. She keeps a journal of what kids did throughout day. She spends time with them...
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have 5+ years of experience professionally! I am also an oldest daughter in a family of 10 and have plenty of experience with care there. I have a background working with special needs--particularly children with downs. I graduated from Southern Virginia University with a degree in Theatre and a concentration in Vocal Studies...
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Helping children grow and feel valued is my passion in life. With years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, I bring a patient, creative, and a friendly approach to childcare. I have been involved in childcare (w and w/o special needs) from an early age and I can't see my life any other way....
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- $15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
I am a board certified behavior analyst, experienced in working with a diverse range of kiddos from babies to older kiddos. I've worked with children and teens providing support in a special meeds environment for 10 years. I have all current clearances to work with children, first aid/CPR certified. I enjoy crafts, messy...
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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Caring for children has always come naturally to me, and over the past 8 years, it's grown into something I truly love. Along with my childcare background, I also have teaching experience working with students ages 0-18, including children with special needs. This has shaped my patient, adaptable, and supportive approach with...
I just finished my 4th year as a support staff in an Autistic classroom. I find helping people very fulfilling.
Hello! My name is Sarah and I graduated from Stevenson University (formerly Villa Julie College) with my bachelors in nursing in 2021. I am a registered nurse in the state of PA. I currently work in hospice but I have worked as a school age (5-12) teacher at a daycare for 3 summers. This particular daycare had multiple students...
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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Hello!
I graduated from Lancaster Bible College in 2023. After experiencing burnout from schoolwork, I decided to pursue something I truly love, working with kids! I became a full-time nanny for eight months, but when the children transitioned to daycare, I took on a new role as a Personal Care Assistant in an Autistic Support...
I have worked with children for about 10 years now. It started with baby sitting then I graduated high school with my early childhood education certificate. I moved on to a daycare where I learned how to care for children and keep the kiddos happy and safe. I nannied for a family of 2 boys where 1 boy was diagnosed with autism...
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- $22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Although my name is Cristina the kids I used to sit for named, and call me to this day, Miss Cookie. I moved here from Orlando, Florida so if your kids are Disney fanatics, I am the one you have been looking for. I am a Musical Theatre Major and an art fanatic so crafts and singing are often apart of my nannying adventures....
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- $10/hr
I am a certified nursing assistant. I have many years experience with infants to senior citizens. I have baby sat many children of my friends and all my nieces and nephews. My oldest nephew is 20 so I have a lot of experience with kids. I have 4 years experience with senior citizens and as a cna/rna.
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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I have 10 years of experience. I specialize in working with kids with special needs. I am a full time educator in the field of special education. I am looking for night/evening work during the school year and more open hours during the summer.
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- $10/hr
I have six nieces and nephews with varying forms of special needs. I really enjoy working with children with special needs, they are a joy to be around and working with them is challenging, but rewarding.
Hi I'm Olivia, my whole life has revolved around special needs as both my sister and my father have been deaf, legally blind since birth, as well as being on the Austin Spectrum. This is nothing new to me and I find uniqueness a great gift to be celebrated not discouraged or looked down upon. I hope to meet your loved ones. :)
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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Hello! My name is Morgan! I am a mother of 2 very busy toddler girls and looking to help create fun for some other very busy kids! I currently work in a daycare setting while I am finishing my CDA certification. I have 10+ years of experience everywhere between infant care, teen care, emotional support, autistic support, special...
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- $22/hr
5 years experience
I have over 5 years of combined experience working in different health care settings including live-in private care, groups homes, and caregiving agencies. I am a certified CNA and have had many ongoing hours of training in the field. I have worked as a personal caregiver for individuals with Alzheimer's, stroke, cognitive, and...
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Olivia Q.
So glad we found Olivia. She is fantastic with our son. Smooth communication and a joy to have in our home. Highly recommended.
- Care member
Caroline L.
I am a 49 year-old woman with progressive multiple sclerosis for the past 21 years. I am wheelchair-bound and need assistance with many...
- Kari W.
Mirtelina I.
Wonderful with kids. Bilingual. My children love her and still ask for her. She keeps a journal of what kids did throughout day. She spends...
- Kelvin L.
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