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Amber D.

Claymont, DE

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$10/hr
I am currently a Special education teacher. I work in a multi-age group, with students with different needs.
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Tutor, Personal Caregiver, Companion, Self-directed Support

Claymont, DE

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$22/hr
10 years experience
I am a certified Art teacher. I currently am a self directed support person for a 30-year-old woman with special needs. I have three teenage children. I have experience with children of all ages. I also worked for 4 years as a councellor and Art director at a camp for elementary age children with social, emotional, and economic...
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Claymont, DE

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hello. My name is Merril. I have babysat for many years. I went to college for respiratory therapy. I worked in that position for 25 years. I have been babysitting/caregiving. I have experience with many children/ young adults. I'm a very patient person.
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Claymont, DE

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Former case worker for families of children with special needs. Mom of 13-year-old with congenital heart defect. Personal experience with medication administration, blood sugar testing, CPR, AED and surgery aftercare management.
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Mom Of 2 With Special Needs Experience

Claymont, DE

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I've worked in social services for 9 plus years, assisting families of children with special needs. I am also a mother of two older teenage boys. I guess I'm a bit of an empty nester now that they're older and need mom a lot less. I have a bachelor's degree from Temple University. I have worked with youth who have aged out of...
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Super Fun Sitter

Claymont, DE

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Jordan S from Claymont, DE Hi! Im a very playful, patient, and caring person. I have about 6 years of experience working with kids around the ages of 6 months old to toddlers/school age children. I've worked throughout my middle school and high school years with children with special needs and have watched my siblings and other...
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Claymont, DE

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$10/hr
6 years experience
I have nannied for a family for 6 years they have three boys from all age groups. I picked kids up from school took them to their after school programs/sports, made dinner helped with homework. I am currently a Special Education Teacher, at a special needs school. I enjoy working with all age group of students with different...
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Claymont, DE

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
I am currently a companion for a special needs woman 1 day a week. Transporting her for errands, social interactions in the community, safety, and friendship. I enjoy our time together helping her. I am looking for 1 or 2 days more helping your loved one.
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Experienced Part Time Care Giver

Garnet Valley, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Hi. My name is Melanie. I have a Master's degree in clinical studies and a longtime career in healthcare, now a child caregiver for over 15 years for children ages 12 months-adult, with/without special needs ages 4yo and up. I enjoy exploring things they enjoy and introducing things when they wish to explore in a safe setting. I...

Cathy M. says "Melanie has been a key part of our family functioning! She is wonderful with our children. We appreciate her every day!"

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Passionate Caregiver, Teacher And Behavioral Therapist (part Time & Occasional Work Only)

Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hi, thank you for looking at my profile! I live in Wilmington, DE. I currently work for a private preschool as an Early Childhood Educator (full time) and for NC's Hospital/Estate (part time). My experiences range from coordinator, teacher, behavioral technician & caregiver for various ages, disabilities and backgrounds. I have...

Betsy N. says "Julia is a wonderful young lady caring for our 17 year old special needs daughter. She is responsible, caring and supportive to our daughter's needs. We...

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Experienced Part Time Caregiver/Driver

Garnet Valley, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi. My name is Melanie. I live in Garnet Valley and I am a college-educated, semi-retired educator with years of experience caring and driving for children, teens, and adults. I enjoy working with people and providing individualized services for day-to-day living. I provide quality childcare, safe transportation, meal prep (can...

Carolyn S. says "Melanie is excellent with people who have special needs. She drove our son who has Down Syndrome and they developed a great relationship!"

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Compassionate, Professional Caregiver & Special Needs.

Wilmington, DE

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello, Friendly, compassionate, upbeat and easygoing female seeking work with a variety of ages. I have over 7 years experience with youth and adults with disabilities and 9 with the elderly. I taught for 12 years with a special needs population. I'd used this app to find summers jobs since 2017. When my grandfather was...
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Compassionate Caregiver

Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
errands
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Angel, and I bring nearly 20 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), providing care with compassion, respect, and reliability since 2007. I've also served as an Assistant Director for a home care company, giving me a strong background in both hands-on support and care coordination. I...

Maria D. says "I am a geriatric physician who has worked with Angel. She is extremely professional, warm, hard-working and experienced. Patients and their family...

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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 Media/Delco 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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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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Touch Of Kindness

Brookhaven, PA

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
personal care
home modification
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Carol. I am a mother of 3 wonderful children. My youngest still lives at home, age 19. My hobbies are my artwork and gardening. I am looking for part time work. I have experience with working with the elderly and special needs. I can provide a healthy safe environment to your special family member. My...
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Media, PA

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$24/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! I am from Media PA and I am looking for a part time caregiving job. I currently work with adults who have special needs Monday-Friday 9am-3 p.m. I am looking for something to add to my schedule even if it's just one or two days a week! I am college educated, have a bachelors degree in Social Work from Cairn University....
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Full-time Caregiver

Wilmington, DE

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 2 children of my own, both now in their early 20's. One is gifted, one special needs, but doing so well! My background is counseling and education, but my children have taught me the most! I love art, music, sports and cooking. I love getting down on the floor with kids and playing at their level, as well as introducing...
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Woodlyn, PA

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$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have many years of experience working in childcare and educational environments. My experience includes working with infants, school age children, special needs and parents. I've also held high roles working in offices of community outreach.
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Fun And Experienced BCBA

Wilmington, DE

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$22/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I am an experienced childcare provider with almost 10 years of working closely with children in a variety of settings! My background as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) has given me extensive experience supporting children's growth in communication, play, independence, and social skills. I bring a warm, patient,...
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  • The average posted rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2026

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Melanie P.

Melanie has been a key part of our family functioning! She is wonderful with our children. We appreciate her every day!

- Cathy M.

Julia B.

Julia is a wonderful young lady caring for our 17 year old special needs daughter. She is responsible, caring and supportive to our...

- Betsy N.

Melanie P.

Melanie is excellent with people who have special needs. She drove our son who has Down Syndrome and they developed a great relationship!

- Carolyn S.

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