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Lynne N.

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver/Nanny

Ardmore, PA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
As an Elementary and Middle School Guidance Counselor, (retired) I oversaw a large variety of IEP goals, for almost all diagnoses and particularly ADHD and high functioning Autism Spectrum Disorders (and Asperger's). As a housemother and later counselor and therapist for group homes, I assisted with all areas of the lives of...
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Sarah D.

Ardmore, PA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Hello, Thanks for taking a look at my profile! I currently work with high school aged students in an autistic support program. My experience spans from early intervention, elementary, middle, high school as well as supervision of two residential homes that provided residential placement for adults. I could list a variety of...
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Julia T.

Loving And Patient Senior Caregiver

Ardmore, PA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi, My name is Julia. I have 1-year of experience working in a senior home with Alzheimer's patients. During that time, I enjoyed helping and assisting residents with basic hygiene, feeding, showering, and dressing. I also have experience supporting a 78-year-old female with diet needs, driving to doctors' appointments and lunch...
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Leslie S.

CNA

Ardmore, PA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Leslie, and I've been a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for 12 years, offering care for children of all ages, including those with special needs. I have a wide range of experience working in various settings such as in-home care, schools, and medical environments, providing attention to each child's unique...
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Kaela B.

Ardmore, PA

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$25/hr
12 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I began working with kids when I turned 13 and both of my next-door neighbors had just had their first child. I had just taken a babysitter's course, so I started as a mother's helper to learn more. I still babysit for one of the families now, and their oldest is turning 12! I was a psychology major in undergrad and took...
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Hannah J.

Experienced And Dependable Babysitter

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
NOTE: Not currently accepting new jobs. I have two years teaching and tutoring experience. I worked at an after-school program for two years. I have been a nanny since 2021, and have worked with several families. I have experience with kids with behavioral issues, kids with special needs, and kids from different cultural and...

Care Member says "Hannah is the best, we had the privilege of having her care for our son for a couple of months."

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Linda M.

Part Time Caregiver And Pet Sitter

Morton, PA

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi, I'm available to provide services any time on the weekends as well as early mornings, evenings from 6 p.m. on, Monday through Friday. I'm a mom to three lovely girls, all in college so I have experience with infants all the way through teenage years. I also have experience with children with special needs and am an...

Shamita C. says "Linda babysits our 3 kids (ages 8, 6, and 3) on a regular basis. She relates wonderfully to all our children (including our 3-year old with ASD), and...

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Tammy J.

Limited Part-time & Date Nights

Philadelphia, PA

4.9(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
Available for limited part-time, date nights and potential backup care! Please message me directly as I do not book thru this site without talking to the parents first for safety reasons! I have over 25 years of experience working directly with child development as a private nanny! Over the last 12 years I have specifically...

Brittany G. says "Tammy has been a truly exceptional nanny for our daughter. She's been with us during a very important stage of development (5 months - present at 13...

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Joy M.

Childcare Provider And Nurture Caregiver.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Joy! I'm a full-time Personal Care Assistant and Behavioral Health Technician with over 25 years of experience caring for children, including those with special needs. I've raised my own kids and love supporting children who are non-verbal, autistic, or have developmental and behavioral challenges. I'm CPR Instructor...

Katrina C. says "Joy is awesome!! She worked with my son for a few yrs and when I tell you she's the best she's the best!! Professional and dependable. Kids love her. Joy...

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Stephen M.

Part Or Full-Time Caregiver Available

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I've had the opportunity to work part-time with a gentleman with a form of progressive MS for the past 10 years. My goal is to enhance his quality of life by assisting him with everyday activities and promoting his physical well being. Daily activities include: Providing physical therapy exercises for strength and range of...

Susan H. says "Steve M. was wonderful. He was thoughtful, caring, totally reliable, insightful, and brought positive energy to everything he did for the person he was...

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Towana M.

Certified Nursing And Hospice Assistant

Philadelphia, PA

4.6(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Personal care
hospice services
dementia
I believe my qualifications and experience make me the ideal candidate for this job. I have over 20 years of nursing experience in personal care and rehabilitation for hundreds of patients. I am very reliable, responsible, and compassionate, and I specialize in providing comfort care and emotional support for my patients and...

Care Member says "I had a rental property occupied by a woman who grew elderly during her many years of residence. The occupant's daughter hired Towana for senior home...

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Aenya U.

Creative And Reliable Babysitter Available (extensive Experience With Newborns/infants)

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! I live in Manayunk and am a recent graduate from Temple University where I received my Ed. S/M. Ed in school psychology. I am available for summer babysitting jobs until I begin my school psychology job in August (will be on vacation July 2-July 14). I most recently nannied for a family in Glenside with 4 children I...

Ashley F. says "Aenya has worked with us for several months now in PA and we are sad to see her go! Since Day 1 she has been so helpful to our family. She's helped with...

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Jenice S.

Responsible And Caring Caregiver

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(0)
from
$20/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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Shannon M.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! My name is Shannon, and I'm currently pursuing my Master's degree in Clinical & Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Child & Adolescent Counseling. I recently graduated from James Madison University with a degree in Psychology and am looking for part-time childcare opportunities while in graduate school. I have...

Joanne C. says "Shannon is amazing with both our twin boys and puppy! All 3 just love her!! She is 100% trustworthy and our favorite to date!!!! Shannon is eager,...

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Dora S.

Special Needs Care

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
You will find that I am honest, dependable, punctual, kind, patient, compassionate, and have a warm personality. I have always enjoyed a professional that involves making everyday life better for people. I like listening to people talk about their life experiences and accomplishments. I have been on Care. com since 2007 and have...

Marilyn B. says "Dora did a 1 month overnight care role for my elderly mother three times a week. She was lovely to interact with, kind, compassionate, communicative,...

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Andrea L.

Fully Trained And Experienced End Of Life Death Doula.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
meal prep
companionship
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Andrea. I was born to be a caretaker. A caretaker who is kind, caring, respectful and loves listening to stories. I care for children and adults. I have way more experience than most with a very warm bedside manner. Take a look at all reviews from childcare, special needs and senior care to see the care I...

John B. says "Andrea is exceptionally caring, patient and most understanding of the needs of the elderly. She cared for our 92 year old mother who is dealing with...

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Katelynn G.

Safety First, But Let's Definitely Have Lots Of Fun Too!

Springfield, PA

5.0(1)
from
$49/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I enjoy fostering an interactive, healthy, structured (but not rigid), and safe environment while sharing my passion for curiosity! If you ask any of the kiddos I've had the pleasure of spending time with what my 'rules' are, they'll tell you: 1. safety first 2. have FUN!!!!! I've been a nanny, babysitter, pet/plant/house...

Stephanie H. says "We love Miss Katelynn!! She was great with our 4yo for an afternoon and while we were gone for a long day trip! :) "

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Judith J.

Media, PA

5.0(1)
from
$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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Emily C.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! I'm Emily. For the past 15 years, I've had the privilege of caring for children of all ages, first as a nanny and now as a pediatric physical therapist. I hold a doctoral degree in physical therapy along with certifications in First Aid Training and CPR Training. I'm comfortable caring for up to 4 children and have...

Liz C. says "Emily was great! Helped me out with a Friday night last minute, was on time and my 18 month old daughter was perfectly content with her. Would hire again!"

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Marisa K.

Babysitter! :)

Glenside, PA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I am 23 and a current graduate student getting my doctorate in physical therapy. I have mainly evening and weekend availability due to my class schedule. I have a bachelors degree in psychology and have experience with kids of all ages and kids with special needs. I am CPR certified through the American Heart Association! I love...

Care Member says "Punctual and so sweet! I felt safe leaving my boy with her and I knew I could trust her. Would 100% hire her again"

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $25.00/hr as of October 2026

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Special Needs Caregivers in Ardmore, PA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Hannah J.

Hannah is the best, we had the privilege of having her care for our son for a couple of months.

- Care member

Linda M.

Linda babysits our 3 kids (ages 8, 6, and 3) on a regular basis. She relates wonderfully to all our children (including our 3-year old with...

- Shamita C.

Tammy J.

Tammy has been a truly exceptional nanny for our daughter. She's been with us during a very important stage of development (5 months -...

- Brittany G.

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