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Dietra W.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Care Giver

5.0

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Hello, I am an experienced special needs care giver. I've been working with children & adults for over 7 yrs. I have a dependable vehicle and I am CPR & first aid certified. I have experience with upper respiratory clients, diabetic clients, quadriplegic clients & clients who have who have had seizures. I also have worked with...
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Victoria D.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-50/hr11 yrs exp

Experience Nanny And Baby Sitter Looking To Do Full-time Care And Babysitting Jobs

5.0

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Hello! I am currently a part time nanny for a 3-year-old and 1-year-old. I have been with them for 6 months and am now looking to be a full time nanny and babysitting here and there. In 2021 to 2023 I was also a nanny. The boy was 6 months when I started and almost 3 when I left. In 2020 I was a nanny for a 3-year-old and 7...
5.0
"Victoria is an excellent babysitter and we are so lucky to have found her! Our kids always tell me how much fun they had after a visit from her and ask when she will come back again. I love how incredibly...

Reviewed by Care member

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Ariana B.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter/nanny.

5.0

(3)

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I've been working with children since I was 18. . I've worked as an assistant preschool teacher with children ages 1-6 at 2 Montessori schools and a Reggio-Waldorf inspired nature preschool. I have also worked at a residence for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities for 2 years and have extensive experience...
5.0
"Ariana was great with our 3 year old daughter! She has a speech delay and Ariana was really good at working with her. I would highly recommend her to other families."

Reviewed by Natalie L.

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Kyle S.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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I've been working with elementary aged students with behavioral problems in and out of the school setting for 6 years. I enjoy playing drums and a little guitar in my spare time and sometimes like to incorporate them into my work with kids. I have some experience working with kids on the spectrum. I work full-time in a school...
5.0
"Kyle is very professional and reliable. I have three sons, one of whom is autistic and each with some behavioral challenges at times. They really enjoy having Kyle stay with them and seem to be on their best...

Reviewed by James F.

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Nicole C.


Philadelphia, PA

$23-45/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time/ Date Night Sitter

5.0

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Hi! I'm Nicole a recent grad from Colorado State University. A little bit about me, I graduated with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I have been working as a nanny for 5 years and babysitting for about 4 years. As my time as a nanny, I worked with a variety of families in which each was special in their own...
5.0
"She’s lovely- the kind of person you can trust with your children. According to my oldest she’s “pretty rad.”"

Reviewed by Care member

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Dora S.


Philadelphia, PA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

5.0

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Hello I have worked with the elderly who have dementia. I am happy to do meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping, and errands.
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"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, punctual, and patient with my mom who could become very...

Reviewed by Marilyn B.

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Mary F.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver for Infants and Toddlers

5.0

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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...
5.0
"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 dedicated, hard working, and devoted to our family....

Reviewed by Mark S.

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Pamela T.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certify Nurses Assistant, Home Health Aid, & Direct Support Professional

5.0

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Having over 20 years of experience in the nursing community has been rewarding to me. I gain my experiences in long term care facilities, hospitals, medical clinics and home health care which enabled me to develop nurses skills and techniques. My background experience is Surgery recovery, Fall risk, Alzheimer, Dementia, Cancer,...
5.0
"She is a very caring person and has a lot of patience. She takes a lot of pride in what she does. You can count on her!"

Reviewed by Anna S.

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Linda M.


Morton, PA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver And Pet Sitter

5.0

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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...
5.0
"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 they look forward to seeing her. She can easily entertain...

Reviewed by Shamita C.

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Margaret R.


King of Prussia, PA

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Child And Special Needs Sitter

5.0

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I have worked with children and special needs for over 4 years; my oldest brother has down syndrome, autism, and experienced seizures as a baby that left him nonverbal and severely mentally delayed. After helping my parents with my brother, I moved on to working with families with special needs in their homes. My experience is...
5.0
"We were in town for medical appointments at CHOP and I reached out to Margaret to watch my daughter so I could have some me time in the city. She was excellent with my daughter and gave her Gtube meds. Very...

Reviewed by Care member

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Kaitlin Y.


Glenside, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

5.0

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I currently work a full time job but have some availability on weekends and weekday nights after 6 p.m. I have been taking care of children for 10 years but have been helping with children for 15+. I have experience with children from newborn up to school age/pre-teen. I have worked in a daycare, been a nanny, babysitter,...
5.0
"Couldn’t have asked for a better babysitter! We were visiting for a wedding and Kaitlin was wonderful with our 1 and 3 year old. She also got them both to sleep in our hotel room. Would definitely hire again!"

Reviewed by Rebecca S.

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Jenice S.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-35/hr8 yrs exp

Responsible And Caring Caregiver

5.0

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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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Judith J.


Media, PA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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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...
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"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. Throughout all those years she did a phenomenal job. Making sure...

Reviewed by Christian R.

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Hannah T.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi! I'm a very patient, compassionate, and energetic person. I enjoy being active and doing various activities, especially outside. I worked in mental health with adolescents for three years out of college which required a significant amount of patience, understanding, and consistency with my expectations. I'm am very good...
5.0
"Hannah was very responsive and great with the kids."

Reviewed by Care member

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Matthew R.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-40/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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I have experience working with the elderly in home since living in Santa Cruz, California. I moved to Philadelphia and have enjoyed very much my experience working for some great families. My references will show that I have developed outstanding relationships with my employers and have proved that I can relate well and adapt to...
5.0
"Matthew helped to take care of my husband and was always very upbeat, responsible and willing to help with different activities and learn how to better adapt to my husband's needs. He always took interest on...

Reviewed by Monica R.

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Vincent B.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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Hey, my name is Vincent. My experience with supporting people includes: working as a camp counselor and sports director for four years, babysitting for a family with four kids for one year, living and working in an intentional community, as a direct support caregiver to adults with disabilities for three years, nannying for...
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Angelica K.


Darby, PA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

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

5.0

(2)

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Currently working with Autistic teenager with tuberous sclerosis have been his aide for 3 yrs and am seeking weekend work on my days off
5.0
"She is awesome and such a caring person!!! I am so grateful to have her. She is a gem"

Reviewed by Karen G.

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Clarice L.


Philadelphia, PA

$30-38/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic, Kind Part-Time Caregiver For Children

5.0

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My name is Clarice and I would love to assist you with your babysitting needs! I am a 30-year-old female living in Philadelphia. During the day, I am a full time occupational therapist at a special needs school and I work with k-2nd graders. In the past, I worked in the homes of children from birth-3 and I also have an...
5.0
"I was so lucky and grateful to meet Clarice! we were in town for my sister's wedding and she REALLY helped entertain my kids during the rehearsal and wedding day. She was punctual, polite and competent, I could...

Reviewed by Elizabeth K.

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Pangaea S.


Philadelphia, PA

$22-50/hr7 yrs exp

Well Rounded Student With Child, Pet And Home Care Experience, References And Clearances Available

5.0

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Hi there! My name is Pangaea and I am a local nanny and pre med student! I live in the Center City/South Philadelphia neighborhood. I've been a nanny for the last 7 years with lots of experience with newborn and toddlers! I love my job more than anything! I also give night nursing care, pet sitting and house sitting! I'm very...
5.0
"Pangaea is one of our regular babysitters - punctual, communicative, and reliable. She's also warm & loving with our young children, ages 1-4. I trust her with my kids and my home. Highly recommended."

Reviewed by Liz W.

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Alana R.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Kindhearted College Student :)

5.0

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Hello! My name is Alana , I'm a Sport and Exercise Science major at Temple University. I began volunteering at local after school programs and church camps when I was 14; I have continued caretaking for children, elderly, and animals for the past 7 years. I have experience in care for special needs children as well as babies,...
5.0
"I would recommend her every single time. She is the best and only babysitter I will work with. My daughter loves her. She is perfect at what she does and she definitely always goes the extra mile to help out. I...

Reviewed by Danny W.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ardmore, PA

Victoria D.

5.0

Victoria was our nanny for around two years. Since my son was just a few months old she worked with us and became part of our family. She had so much patience, kindness and resourcefulness for our baby. We trusted her to always be there for him and do her very best to take care of him. I highly...

- Care member

Ariana B.

5.0

I was in town for a wedding and didn't know anyone that could watch my daughter. This was my first time leaving my 1 year old with anyone other than family. Ariana was amazing with her and brought so many great toys to keep my baby entertained. Ariana was so accommodating to the location and my...

- Vanessa H.

Kyle S.

5.0

Kyle is very professional and reliable. I have three sons, one of whom is autistic and each with some behavioral challenges at times. They really enjoy having Kyle stay with them and seem to be on their best behavior those days.

- James F.

Nicole C.

5.0

She’s lovely- the kind of person you can trust with your children. According to my oldest she’s “pretty rad.”

- Care member

Dora S.

5.0

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, punctual, and patient with my mom who could become very anxious at night. Dora played my moms fav game, Rumikub with her, had nice chats snd reminded...

- Marilyn B.

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