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Ash B.

Experienced Babysitter With Special Needs Qualifications and Teaching Experience

Cheltenham, PA

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$22/hr
15 years experience
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Ashley and I am currently working in nonprofit organization. I have worked with and babysat children as young as infants and as old as 14 years old. I know some basic sign language and have worked as a director of overnight camps in the summers. I love helping with homework and I am a big fan of playing games,...
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Madison R.

7 Year Experienced Part-time Nanny

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
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$29/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I'm a 25-year-old college graduate. I have 7 + years experience, working as a Nanny and as a lead day care teacher in the toddler and infant room at different points in my career. I've worked with newborns/infants and children of all ages up to 14! As well as special needs kiddos and adults! I am CPR trained, background checked...

Jeni D. says "We absolutely loved Madison! She worked with our autistic son, showing such patience and understanding. Highly recommend!"

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Alexis D.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi I work full-time at a law office as well as a personal assistant, and property manager. I've been babysitting for 15 years now and have watched an array of children from newborns to teenagers. I am a responsible babysitter who encourages fun, creative activities to aid children's growth and foster each child's curiosity and...

Hilary M. says "Alexis is an absolute pleasure to be with. She is extremely helpful in the house and with children. My three kids ages 7-1 all love her and are happy to...

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Chosa W.

Elkins Park, PA

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
I am a Certified Nursing assistant with 10 years experience and a graduate from Community College of Philadelphia, majored in Behavioral Health and human services. Am a compassionate and very dedicated person with empathy and caring. Through my job as a CNA, I have helped different families in taking care of their loved ones by...
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Andrea L.

Fully Trained And Experienced End Of Life Death Doula.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
companionship
hospice services
light cleaning
errands
+ 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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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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Meryl G.

Child Care

Huntingdon Valley, PA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
I'm a 68-year-old woman and live in Huntingdon Valley. I'm looking for part-time work in the afternoon and occasional evening. I'm very outgoing, patient, a good listener and have an easy time connecting with people. I completed a background check, child abuse clearance and fingerprinting in 2016, when I worked for a year as a...

Chuck F. says "As a volunteer for the Holocaust Awareness Museum and Education Center (I am the President of the Board) Meryl has been reliable, professional and...

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Montse G.

Experienced Childcare Professional

Horsham, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Montse, and I am an experienced child-care professional with experience working with children ages 3mo-18. I have lived abroad in China, Spain, Mexico and Ireland before and am excited to connect with a family that values cultural immersion. My first language is actually Spanish, and would love to share my...

Rachel G. says "Montse is great with kids! Incredibly patient. I have worked with her many different times and she is respectful of different abilities of the children...

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Matthew R.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
9 years experience
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...

Monica R. says "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...

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Kristen D.

Special Needs Caregiver

Hatboro, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi! I'm a childcare provider experienced with special needs. I've worked with children with autism both in school and home settings. I have experience as an instructional assistant (four years) in ABA/autistic classrooms and as a behavior therapist. I've worked with children on life, social, academic and other skills. I'm...

Hema G. says "Kristen is extremely kind, professional and has an amazing sense of work ethic. She also doesn't get rattled easily, which was a huge plus point when...

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Hannah J.

Experienced And Dependable Babysitter

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 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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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
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Marisa K.

Babysitter! :)

Glenside, PA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Shannon M.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
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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Deaunjanae W.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is De'AunJana'e, and I have over four years of experience working with children, including those with special needs. I am a licensed Residential Child and Youth Practitioner. I've worked in early childhood education, social services, and crisis intervention. At Lionheart Christian Academy, I cared for a baby with...

Care Member says "Nae was great with our kids & a huge help around the house. She jumped right in to help over the weekend when we had a large group of friends over. A...

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Jenice S.

Responsible And Caring Caregiver

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(0)
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$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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Shovha K.

Willow Grove, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I love children and have spent my life caring for them. I was housemother, accountant, and co-director of New Life Children's Home in Nepal from 1999 to 2016. Several of the orphans had mild special needs. I also care deeply about the elderly and am excellent with them. I have also been a nanny for a 1-year-old boy in the US,...

Nadine R. says "Shovha has over 20 years of childcare experience between her own children and the 10 orphans she cared for in the New Life Children's Home where I also...

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Renee W.

Caregiver/Nanny

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
I was a school teacher for Philadelphia and most classes I taught were fully integrated. I have worked with special Olympics and with special people in the north east . My masters background is special ed I am very patient, I listen to parents & my clients!!!! Im also experienced with Adhd as well . I was A Philly School teacher...

Care Member says "was always on time and could count on"

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Jae L.

Fun Loving And Responsible Caregiver

Philadelphia, PA

4.7(1)
from
$22/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
So you're doing one of the hardest things of your life right now! Passing your most precious prizes off to a stranger to support your family and lifestyle is tuff. I understand. That's why I'm here to save the day! For over 10 years I've cared for children from newborns to teenagers, with and without special needs. I assist...

Care Member says "Jae did a great job when we needed an out of town one time sitter in a pinch! So glad we were able to count on her. "

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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
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of October 2026

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Cheltenham, PA

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

Madison R.

We absolutely loved Madison! She worked with our autistic son, showing such patience and understanding. Highly recommend!

- Jeni D.

Alexis D.

Alexis is an absolute pleasure to be with. She is extremely helpful in the house and with children. My three kids ages 7-1 all love her and...

- Hilary M.

Andrea L.

Andrea is exceptionally caring, patient and most understanding of the needs of the elderly. She cared for our 92 year old mother who is...

- John B.

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