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Lily J.

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York, PA

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$10/hr
4 years experience
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 1 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
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
Respite care
personal care
dementia
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
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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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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Teacher/Caregiver

Mechanicsburg, PA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
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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Caring Caregiver

Middletown, PA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
home modification
personal care
respite care
dementia
+ 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
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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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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Special Needs Care Giver

Mechanicsburg, PA

5.0(0)
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$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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Part-Time Caregiver

Harrisburg, PA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 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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Mount Wolf, PA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Caring Caregiver

Hanover, PA

5.0(0)
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...
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Mechanicsburg, PA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
6 years experience
I have my undergraduate and graduate degrees from Syracuse University, and I was a dietitian and a pharmaceutical sales representative for 10 years prior to staying home with my children (now grown). I have extensive medical experience and knowledge, as well as over six years of hands-on personal experience in the areas of...
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Middletown, PA

5.0(0)
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$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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

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