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Olivia K.


Dresher, PA

$15-16/hr1 yrs exp

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I have some experience with watching children of various ages. I volunteered with an afterschool program for people with special needs. I am the oldest of 5 kids. I can help with light housekeeping and possibly swimming supervision. I am a college student looking for something extra for the summer.
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Medina I.


Philadelphia, PA

$24-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time/ Full Time Nanny & Babysitter Available!

5.0

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When I became a nanny in college I never knew it would change my life the way it has. Working with children is not only my career choice but it's my passion. From being an after school turor, to caring for children with special needs, I have succeeded in teaching as well as learning from children in a way I didn't know was...
5.0
"Medina is such a great caregiver. She was always on time and caring and courteous. The kids loved her. She is a very warm person and an amazing caregiver for kids "

Reviewed by Savannah E.

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Naleena D.


Ambler, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Creative And Fun Tutor, Homeschooler, Nanny

5.0

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Hi! My name is Naleena and I have worked as a substitute teacher, special needs aide and nanny with over 10+ years of experience with children of all ages. I have two wonderful children who have excelled academically with full college scholarships but most importantly are kind and productive individuals. I have a Bachelor's...
5.0
"Naleena cared for my son from when he was 6 to 8 months old. She exceeded all expectations, she has been wonderful for many reasons. She brings a lot of positive energy and my son could feel that and liked...

Reviewed by Noemi A.

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Devon K.


Hatboro, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse Caregiver

5.0

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I've taken care of some amazing men and women! Some have needed full hands on assistance for their daily living activities such as showering, wound dressings, and medication administration. Others have just needed a helping hand and someone to converse with while helping around the house. I have helped cook meals and clean when...
5.0
"Devon took care of my mom who was totally dependent with end-stage Alzheimer's. She was a great help to us. She is organized and thorough. Not only is she knowledgeable about proper care but she also has a...

Reviewed by Althea S.

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Victoria D.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-50/hr11 yrs exp

Experience Nanny And Baby Sitter Looking To Do Full-time Care And Babysitting Jobs

5.0

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Hello! I am currently a part time nanny for a 3-year-old and 1-year-old. I have been with them for 6 months and am now looking to be a full time nanny and babysitting here and there. In 2021 to 2023 I was also a nanny. The boy was 6 months when I started and almost 3 when I left. In 2020 I was a nanny for a 3-year-old and 7...
5.0
"Victoria was our nanny for around two years. Since my son was just a few months old she worked with us and became part of our family. She had so much patience, kindness and resourcefulness for our baby. We...

Reviewed by Care member

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Irene H.


Philadelphia, PA

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Experience, With Mental Illness, Dementia, Diabetes

5.0

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Patience is my Virtue... I am highly adaptable, love caring for those with special needs, and ready to begin helping a new family...
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Dora S.


Philadelphia, PA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

5.0

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Hello I have worked with the elderly who have dementia. I am happy to do meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping, and errands.
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"Dora did a 1 month overnight care role for my elderly mother three times a week. She was lovely to interact with, kind, compassionate, communicative, punctual, and patient with my mom who could become very...

Reviewed by Marilyn B.

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Jaquela S.


Elkins Park, PA

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello, my name is Jaquela. I've worked with special needs kids for about 3 years in an in home capacity as well as a school environment. I really enjoy working with special needs kids and everything that it has to offer. I'd love to answer any questions that your family may have. Please feel free to message me.
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Karen D.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-20/hr

Mount Airy And Vicinity Babysitter

5.0

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I have worked as a social worker for over 25 years with children in a variety of settings. In the past few years I have worked as a substitute teacher in the school district of Phila as well as with individual children with special needs.
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Chosa W.


Elkins Park, PA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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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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Mora D.


Hatboro, PA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Empathetic College Student Majoring In Early Childhood & Special Ed.

5.0

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Hello families, My name is Mora. In 2021, I graduated from Montgomery County Community College with my A. S. in Early Childhood Education. For the past five years, I have learned from and made many connections with children. I have worked for Centennial School District as a Bus Aide and a Paraprofessional/ One-on-One for...
5.0
"My first three children left my care at the age of three for the first time when they entered preschool; that was very hard for me. When I got pregnant with my fourth child, it was with great trepidation that...

Reviewed by Bianca M.

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Meryl G.


Huntingdon Valley, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

5.0

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I'm a 63-year-old woman and live in Willow Grove. I'm looking for part-time work in the afternoon and/or evening. I completed a background check, child abuse clearance and fingerprinting in 2016, and worked for a year as a van driver for the Upper Moreland School District. I greatly enjoyed working with the kids, which included...
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"As a volunteer for the Holocaust Awareness Museum and Education Center (I am the President of the Board) Meryl has been reliable, professional and diligent. She has solicited quality items for our yearly...

Reviewed by Chuck F.

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Georgia R.


Elkins Park, PA

$18-40/hr7 yrs exp

Weekend Sitter

5.0

(3)

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Hi! I'm Georgia, and I'm an MFA student at Rosemont College. I work as a Personal Care Assistant to middle schoolers during the week and I am available to help you on weekend nights. I have 7+ years paid experience, including infants, special needs, and non-verbal children. I also have 3 years vet experience (if you have pets!).
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"Georgia watched my three girls after school for 6 months and I could not have been happier with her service! She's incredibly interactive and often arranged crafts for the girls to complete together. I asked...

Reviewed by Selena S.

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Corri G.


Lansdale, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mature Educator With Experience In Applied Behavioral Therapy

5.0

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I am a Science educator and am building a tutoring and environmental education business that will keep me busy during the afternoons. I am looking for work during the day -- last year I worked with a boy on the autism spectrum, age 10 in school using Applied Behavioral Therapy. I have also been a teacher when my students have a...
5.0
"Corri understands children who learn differently very well. My son has Asperger's, Anxiety and ADHD so learning his Bar Mitzvah Torah portion was a bit of a challenge. He really blew us all away and I feel that...

Reviewed by Ali W.

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Samantha C.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-28/hr8 yrs exp

Fun And Flexible Babysitter For The Holidays -CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

5.0

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If your kiddos like legos, crafts, and outdoor games I'm the sitter for you! I am a creative and compassionate 23-year-old psychology graduate who's looking to babysit date nights or weekends while I'm in school for Occupational Therapy. I have experience as a sitter for children as young as 3 months old, a summer camp counselor...
5.0
"Samantha was really helpful, she took care of my 3 boys (3months, 2 years, 4 years old) for the night. Very sweet and patient, they really enjoyed their time with her. She even did the dishes I had left in...

Reviewed by Claire L.

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Shovha K.


Willow Grove, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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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,...
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"Shovha is my foster mother. She raised me along with other children in Nepal for more than 19 years. I feel very lucky to have her as my mother. She raised me and the others like her own. She loved and cared...

Reviewed by Rajendra D.

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Brandi R.


Huntingdon Valley, PA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Education Major Full Of Love

5.0

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Hello, I am a 31-year-old wife and mom. Not only do I have experience with special needs children and IEP's as a professional, but as a mom as well. My daughter was diagnosed autistic at a year and a half. My husband and I have used some sign language. I am always learning new things in the field of education and child...
5.0
"Brandi was a full time nanny for our infant daughter from about 13 weeks to almost 5 months old. She was wonderful! She was joyful, with lots of songs and funny sounds and creative play. She worked with my...

Reviewed by Mckenzie C.

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Megan B.


Philadelphia, PA

$14-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Fun Babysitter!

5.0

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I've been babysitting kids since I was in 8th grade and have loved working with kids of all ages in jobs at a daycare, after school program, and in my job as an instructor at a school for learners with autism. I'm looking to babysit while I transition between jobs. In my spare time, I like to be creative with calligraphy...
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"If I could give 6 stars, I would. I have 4 children 8 and under and Megan is one of 2 people that I trust to take care of all four at one. She is responsible, caring and lots of fun. She is gentle but not a...

Reviewed by Care member

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Sharon B.


Southampton, PA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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Hi. I have been lucky enough to be a mom of two young men for the past 24 plus years. With over 10 years in child care / household management, I am that person who can make a " mothers" life easy. Let me help to not only take care of your children but organize your life. From party planning for your kids to holiday shopping and...
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"Wonderful person . Truly an assist to have. Acted as my double when I was not around. Didn't have to ask for things to be done. Self starter, and was great at planning any party's or special events I needed....

Reviewed by Marcie B.

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Matthew R.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-40/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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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...
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"Matt has been a wonderful mentor for our son with a disability and a passion for creating art. With Matt's background and experience in both art and art instruction for people with special needs, he came with...

Reviewed by Jennifer S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dresher, PA

Medina I.

5.0

Medina is a wonderful caregiver. She is very dependable. Always punctual. We trust her implicitly with our daughter. We should also mention that our daughter loves Medina which says so much.

- Sarah B.

Naleena D.

5.0

Naleena cared for my son from when he was 6 to 8 months old. She exceeded all expectations, she has been wonderful for many reasons. She brings a lot of positive energy and my son could feel that and liked that. She played with him in an organized fashion and they always clean up after play so...

- Noemi A.

Devon K.

5.0

Devon provided dependable, loving care and companionship to our dad who was living in a nursing home. She found out his favorite treats and activities and always made him smile and truly enjoy life. From taking him on walks and taking a true interest in his life and stories, to bringing him games...

- Debi S.

Victoria D.

5.0

Victoria was our nanny for around two years. Since my son was just a few months old she worked with us and became part of our family. She had so much patience, kindness and resourcefulness for our baby. We trusted her to always be there for him and do her very best to take care of him. I highly...

- Care member

Dora S.

5.0

Dora did a 1 month overnight care role for my elderly mother three times a week. She was lovely to interact with, kind, compassionate, communicative, punctual, and patient with my mom who could become very anxious at night. Dora played my moms fav game, Rumikub with her, had nice chats snd reminded...

- Marilyn B.

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