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Cat Z.

Fun Sitter For A Little Time From The Little Ones!

York, PA

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$11/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Catherine, but you can call me Cat! I am 18 years old and I have experience working with children and I enjoy working with children! While I'm high school, I have taken 2 child care development classes. During the courses, I spent time working and teaching preschoolers. Along with working with preschoolers, I have spent...
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York, PA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi. I have most of my experience with infant to 5 years old. I have cared for children with ODD OCD autism physical delays and speech delays. I am very patient and work with the families and therapists to achieve the best outcome for the child. I have cared for more than 15 children over the years. Some were easy and some were...
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All About Me

Abbottstown, PA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
One thing I am proud to say about myself is that I am a caring, compassionate, and loving person. From a young age, I always felt the need to help people out and care for them in any way I could. I enjoy cooking for my family and my elderly neighbor as well as help out my other neighbors. Being able to work as a Direct Support...
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Part-Time Caregiver

York, PA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
I have been a nanny and tutor for various families through Care. com. I continue to care for those children on a needed basis. I enjoy every minute of it and hope to meet a new family that is in need of my help! I am a mom and would appreciate any opportunities that my son can come along too. I am a school counselor and was a...
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Hi, I'm Lily! I'm 20 years old and currently attending York College of Pennsylvania, where I am pursuing a degree in Middle Level English Education. I have experience with a variety of age groups and special needs through daycares, summer camps, and babysitting for local families. I love helping kids stay active and engaged -...
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East Berlin, PA

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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
I have 15+ years of service with seniors and adults. I am reliable, dependable, flexible, and caring. My passion is helping others. I have experience with MS, Alzheimer's/ Dementia, and special needs. I have excellent references available upon request.
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York Haven, PA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
New occupational therapy assistant looking for extra work on the side! I have been doing this for about a year, but have worked with kids for around 8 years! I have always been drawn to kiddos with disabilities or behavioral issues!! I would love to work with a family with a special needs child :)
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Children And Senior Care Provider

Harrisburg, PA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
respite care
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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Red Lion, PA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
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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Loving Mom And OT

Red Lion, PA

5.0(1)
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$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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Hanover, PA

4.9(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! I am currently seeking a part-time or full-time position. I have a 3-year-old son who I would need to bring with me. However, I am open to finding separate care for him depending on if it makes sense cost-wise. I am also available for occasional care with/without my son. I have my bachelor's degree in psychology and I am...

Care Member says "Alyson is great! She watches my two twin 17 month old boys on occasion with her 15 month old son! She’s ver aware of everyone’s needs and safety. She...

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Certified Home Health Aide With CPR Certification

Harrisburg, PA

5.0(0)
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$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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Camp Hill, PA

5.0(1)
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$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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Caring Caregiver

Middletown, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Respite care
dementia
hospice services
home modification
personal 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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Part-Time Babysitter Available

York, PA

5.0(1)
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$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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I Am An LPN And Have Worked With Adults And Children With Special Needs For Over 20 Yrs

Red Lion, PA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have experience working with adults in the Alzheimer's unit of several nursing homes. I also worked home health care for 11 years and worked with children and adults with ADHD, CP, Mental disabilities of ALL KINDS! I HAVE A LOT OF EXPERIENCE WITH AUTISM and the different spectrum's.
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Full Time Caregiver Available

Mechanicsburg, PA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
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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Red Lion, PA

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
23 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
For me, childcare is more than a job; it's a passion rooted in fostering growth and making a positive impact. My 23 years of experience caring for children aged newborn to teens have equipped me with valuable skills and insights. I hold a college degree and have completed coursework in Early Child Development, as well as holding...

Cletis B. says "Michelle is very good with children and she is the LPN and she knows how to handle all situations!!"

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RN Nurse-

Hanover, PA

4.5(0)
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$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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Part-Time Caregiver

Harrisburg, PA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Currently working at Central Dauphin School District as a paraprofessional but looking for a new job that can work with going to school as well. I have watched children since I was 12 starting with family members to neighbors. I watched my neighbors 13-year-old son with Down syndrome since he was born until he was 8 and his...

Care Member says "She was capable, trustworthy, kept us updated, and our kids had a great time!"

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of March 2026

  • 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 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Michaela P.

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

- Samantha N.

Devin S.

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

- Casey H.

Shannon G.

Shannon is wonderful. She responds to messages and texts quickly, she arrived 10 mins early, she clearly has a motherly nature, and I...

- Christina P.

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