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Carly B.

Camp Hill, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm Carly! I'm a mature nanny with 15+ years of experience. I just moved back to the Harrisburg area and am seeking positions in nannying, tutoring, and pet sitting. I can offer very flexible scheduling! I am fully vaccinated, and love to sit for school-aged kids and toddlers, but I also have experience with younger infants...

Brittney P. says "Amazing personality! Very reliable!"

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Amy S.

Special Needs Care Giver

Mechanicsburg, PA

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
As a teenager, my Mom worked for the United Cerebral Palsy Association. Working with their summer programs for preschool and elementary aged children was my first experience. Since then, having a degree in education, I have worked as a TSS for autism, preschool teacher, substitute in public school, para with Special Needs...
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Lisa L.

Caring Caregiver

Hanover, PA

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience
Hi... I'm an accomplished caregiver & nanny... my skills are versatile as I care for infants, children, teens & seniors. I have personal first hand knowledge caring for loved ones with a variety of maladies (physical & mental) and special needs. I'm caring & patient, always doing my best to ensure that I'm addressing the...

Tanya W. says "Lisa is an exceptional caregiver. Not only does she like to keep things clean, she finds activities and projects to do with the senior. Most recently I...

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Mona M.

Full Time Caregiver Available

Mechanicsburg, PA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My name is Mona. I am a 41-year-old mom that loves working with children. I've worked as a preschool teacher for 4 years. I also babysit in my house. I have volunteered with children for 12 years and have been babysitting for 10 years. I have cared for special needs children from the ages of 1 month to 12 years. I enjoy spending...

Michelle S. says "Mona was kind, caring and made us feel like we could leave our kids with her knowing they would be well cared for. She is generous with her time and her...

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Ruby D.

A Happy, Reliable, And Caring Babysitter Who Prioritizes Safety And Responsibility.

Mechanicsburg, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a very friendly, outgoing, and patient person with a love for kids. I enjoy spending quality time with the kids I babysit and being a positive influence for them. I am American Red Cross CPR and first-aid certified. At school, I participate in the integrated bocce ball team, working with special needs students. I have...

Stacy K. says "I've known Ruby for a long time now. She's wonderful with kids, very active and creative. She's got a really big heart and I would hire her again in a New...

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Roberta M.

RN Nurse-

Hanover, PA

4.5(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with children having trachs and being on ventillators. I do CPAP and other monitors work. I have worked with children with all kinds of disease processes. I love working with children and young adults and their families and being able to help families keep their loved ones at home with them.
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Michaela P.

Children And Senior Care Provider

Harrisburg, PA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience
Respite care
dementia
personal care
Experienced caregiver looking for part time evening and weekend work. I have been in the home nursing industry for 5 years but have moved into the management side, but would still love to work one-on-one with patients part time outside of my full time job. Reliable transportation. Experience with special needs (pediatric and...

Samantha N. says "Michaela really brought out a side of my grandmother that I hadn't seen in a long time! She is awesome and very personable! "

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Bernita B.

Caring Caregiver

Middletown, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
personal care
home modification
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have over 20 years experience working with the elderly and disabled. I performed all personal care duties, light housekeeping, errands meal prep. and companionship. I also have over 20 years experience with special needs.

Lori Y. says "Bernita is just so nice and has a warm personality. She is kind and caring to my mom and completed all the tasks my mom had for her. She did wash and also...

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Charity B.

Part-Time Babysitter Available

York, PA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
I started caring for children for the people around my neighborhood at a young age. I quickly learned I have a huge heart for children and caring for their needs and wants. Seeing your child smile, makes my heart smile. I've cared for others newborns (6 weeks) -pre teen age. I have also worked at a daycare for about 10...

Nicole M. says "Charity has been watching my girls (ages 1 & 3) part-time for a little over a month now. She is very kind, loving, and patient with my girls. My girls...

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Michaela P.

Certified Home Health Aide With CPR Certification

Harrisburg, PA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Michaela. I am 24 years old and have 6 years of home care experience. Most of my Home Care experience is in Special Needs/Pediatrics, but also have 1 years of hands on Senior Care experience. Working with Pediatrics has been a true labor of love for me over the past 6 years, and while I primarily work in senior...
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Shannon G.

Loving Mom And OT

Red Lion, PA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
I have been working with children since I was a teenager. I have two school-age children in addition to working in the area of special needs. I am looking to pick up babysitting in my spare time, as my own kids are with their dad for 50% of the time, and I could use a little extra money. I am a strong believer in engaging kids...

Christina P. says "Shannon is wonderful. She responds to messages and texts quickly, she arrived 10 mins early, she clearly has a motherly nature, and I returned home to...

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Lisa C.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Windsor, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
I grew up in a family of eight children and also care for relatives, cousins, nieces, and nephews. I come from a large extended family that is constantly in need of child care. I also offered my services to families in my community and families that attended my elementary school. These families knew me well and understood that I...

Katie D. says "I had Lisa watch my 3 daughters (ages 6.5, 3, 6 weeks) for my husband's work event. She did fantastic. She was punctual, knowledgeable, and trustworthy....

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Devin S.

Red Lion, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Devin. I recently graduated from Lancaster Bible College where I double majored in education (with a science and English concentration) and Biblical studies. I have babysat and tutored for over 5 years. I have experience with children of all ages and extensive experience with children with special needs. I am...

Casey H. says "Devin did a wonderful job! She was caring towards our kids, punctual, creative, responsible, and went above and beyond what we asked her to do. She made...

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Alexis E.

Mount Wolf, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
Hi families! My name is Alexis & within the last two years I've had the chance to babysit for two AMAZING families. Currently I'm only looking for date night jobs because I work a full time job in law enforcement & don't want any long term commitments. When I babysit I love reading, doing any type of crafts, or even going to the...

Erica L. says "Alexis has a great personality and is wonderful with my 2 children who are ages 3 and 6. My 3 year old has special needs and she has always been SO amazing...

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Stephanie G.

Seeking Rewarding Job

Middletown, PA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
I currently work in the school system seeking some extra income. My job in the school I work with elementary age special needs students. I have my associates degree in early childhood education and child development. I have experience with infants, toddlers, and preschool age from working in childcare settings. I've also helped...

Care Member says "Stephanie is very kind and both my daughter and dog like her - which is no small task. She is also very flexible which is a huge bonus for me as a...

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Amy S.

Teacher/Caregiver

Mechanicsburg, PA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
I have worked with children since I was 12, my experience ranges from working in homes, homeschooling my own children, tutoring, preschool, elementary school and special needs (primarily autistic children.) I love children and have a passion to see them grow and develop to their potential. I'd love to meet you and assist you and...

Care Member says "Amy is reliable and so very kind, caring and sweet with our two children. She has an amazing heart and really cares for the kids and the work she...

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Deanna D.

Middletown, PA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have worked with individuals with disabilities for 14+ years. I was a group home supervisor for approximately 8 of the 14 years. I have several years of home health care as well. My last 2 jobs I have found on this very site. I feel confident that My references are very good. I consider myself to be a caring person who would...
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Hannah H.

Part-Time Caretaker Available. Special Needs Experience.

Hanover, PA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Hannah. I have my Bachelor's degree in Social Work. I currently work as a support staff for a few individuals who have special needs. I have some open days in my schedule and am looking to take care of some kiddos! I have worked with children in various roles for over 15 years. Some roles have included: nanny,...
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Stephanie B.

Mature And Reliable

Harrisburg, PA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a mother of 4. I have years of experience with children. I worked in the school system for over 10 years and spent half of that working with Special needs children. I am patient, kind, and reliable.
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Samantha K.

Loud Laughs And Big Smiles

Mechanicsburg, PA

from
$14/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello, my name is Samantha, I am 21 years old and have been babysitting/nannying for two years now altogether. I'm attending Towson University right now. I have caregiver experience with special needs and cerebral palsy. I am going into the occupational therapy field and hope to pick up more experience along the way!
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.33/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Dover, PA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Carly B.

Amazing personality! Very reliable!

- Brittney P.

Lisa L.

Lisa is an exceptional caregiver. Not only does she like to keep things clean, she finds activities and projects to do with the senior. Most...

- Tanya W.

Mona M.

Mona was kind, caring and made us feel like we could leave our kids with her knowing they would be well cared for. She is generous with her...

- Michelle S.

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