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Gail G.

Dresher, PA

from: $25/hr

10 years experience

Carpooling

swimming supervision

I have decades worth of experience with preschool level children of all ages and abilities. I am a grandmother to a 16-year-old downs syndrome granddaughter which has given me tremendous experience and respect for children with special needs. I've volunteered with bucks county miracle league baseball team. I have also been a...

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Olivia K.

Dresher, PA

from: $15/hr

1 year experience

Swimming supervision

light cleaning

meal prep

Hello! My name is Olivia and I am a rising senior studying psychology at Saint Joseph's University. I am the oldest of 5 kids and have experience watching children of various ages. I also volunteered at an afterschool program, working with high schoolers with special needs. I can help with light housekeeping and swimming...

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Kaitlin Y.

Part-Time Babysitter

Glenside, PA

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Light cleaning

meal prep

travel

carpooling

craft assistance

I have been taking care of children for over 10 years. I have worked in a daycare, been a nanny, babysitter, Mother's helper, and live in nanny for newborns-preteen age and children with special needs. I am currently working full time at a non-profit for kids and volunteer with kids during the school year. I am comfortable...

Rebecca S. says "Couldn’t have asked for a better babysitter! We were visiting for a wedding and Kaitlin was wonderful with our 1 and 3 year old. She also got them both...

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Nikesha C.

Part-Time Or Full-Time Caregiver Prefer At My Home

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

If you are looking for a caregiver full-time, part-time, temporary or occasionally, I am very qualified in the position for I've been working in the child care field for 20+ plus years. I worked for a school for the deaf where I held the position as Behavioral Specialist for special needs children for 10 years before I become a...

Faith H. says "Nikesha watched my three young children for over two years. We even moved and still drove well out of our way so that the kids could still be watched by...

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Deshanna R.

Narberth, PA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience

Light cleaning

meal prep

travel

swimming supervision

carpooling

+ 1 more

Hi Families, Currently working as a training supervisor with the airlines here at PHL Airport. I'm currently seeking part-time/ as needed employment. I have experience working with elders, children (ages infants -up), and also those with special needs (autism, IDD, and etc). My schedule is flexible, weekends are negotiable. I...

Care Member says "Desanna was a wonderful care giver. She treated my children with love and care. I never had to worry when I left them to go work because she made us...

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Chosa W.

Elkins Park, PA

5.0(0)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience

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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Damara B.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Hi My name is Damara. I have 10 years of experience working with children of different ages and personalities. I see the value in being a good role model and meet each kids special needs. I have worked in kindergarten, elementary school and been a par professional. I love working with children and see them grow and be a part of...

Care Member says "Damara was excellent last minute, took good care of my 12-yr old autistic and highly energetic son. Happy hiring her again!"

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Dora S.

Special Needs Care

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

You will find that I am honest, dependable, punctual, kind, patient, compassionate, and have a warm personality. I have always enjoyed a professional that involves making everyday life better for people. I like listening to people talk about their life experiences and accomplishments. I have been on Care. com since 2007 and have...

Marilyn B. says "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,...

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Ashlyn K.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)

from: $23/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 11 families in your area

Meal prep

swimming supervision

carpooling

light cleaning

Hello! My name is Ashlyn, I am an experienced and compassionate caregiver with a passion for working with children of all abilities. I have several years of experience providing care for children with special needs, including those with autism, ADHD, and other developmental disorders. I am dedicated to creating a safe,...

Care Member says "Ashlyn was excellent with our 11-month old. She was on time, kind, and patient! Would highly recommend. "

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Patti C.

Part-Time Caregiver Available, Seniors, Errands, Disabled

Blue Bell, PA

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I am presently seeking a part-time position as a companion/community navigator providing help in and out of the home.

Gene C. says "Patti worked with me both inside and outside my home for about 5 months for 25 hours per week to provide companionship and help while I was in a very...

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Irene H.

Experience, With Mental Illness, Dementia, Diabetes

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

3 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

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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Naleena D.

Creative And Fun Tutor, Homeschooler, Nanny

Ambler, PA

5.0(1)

from: $26/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 9 families in your area

Carpooling

craft assistance

Hi! My name is Nina. I have a bachelor's degree and am fluent in Spanish. I'm also a mom of two wonderful children who are now thriving academically and personally-they've grown into kind, caring, and responsible individuals. I've worked in public schools in Bucks County, PA, supporting children with special needs. I've also...

Noemi A. says "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...

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Madison R.

7 Year Experienced Part-time Nanny

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)

from: $29/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

meal prep

I'm a 25-year-old college graduate. I have 7 + years experience, working as a Nanny and as a lead day care teacher in the toddler and infant room at different points in my career. I've worked with newborns/infants and children of all ages up to 14! As well as special needs kiddos and adults! I am CPR trained, background checked...

Jeni D. says "We absolutely loved Madison! She worked with our autistic son, showing such patience and understanding. Highly recommend!"

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Matthew R.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

9 years experience

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...

Monica R. says "Matthew helped to take care of my husband and was always very upbeat, responsible and willing to help with different activities and learn how to better...

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Kara C.

Nanny / Babysitter SUMMER ONLY

Plymouth Meeting, PA

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Craft assistance

swimming supervision

Hi! My name is Kara and I am looking for a full-time nanny position for this summer as I get out of school May 10th and return August 29th. I have a sister with Down Syndrome, so I definitely have experience with taking care of individuals with special needs. Also, my second cousin has 5 kids, one 8 years old, another 6 years...

Winsome C. says "She is a kind-hearted person and my baby sensed that the minute he met her. I can honestly say she is a gem. She takes care of him like I would."

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Marnie F.

Experienced Caregiver With Full Time Job Looking For Extra Work Once In A While

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)

from: $26/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

Grocery shopping

light cleaning

swimming supervision

meal prep

carpooling

+ 1 more

I have 20 years experience. I love kids and all throughout college and high school and living in DC afterwards I worked as a nanny and babysitter and also spent summers as a camp counselor for kids with special needs. I am getting married this year and want a little bonus money to help with cost. I keep in touch with little ones...

Care Member says "Marnie was so sweet with our 2.5 yr old and thorough with our 3 month old! Would definitely hire her again"

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Stephen M.

Part Or Full-Time Caregiver Available

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I've had the opportunity to work part-time with a gentleman with a form of progressive MS for the past 10 years. My goal is to enhance his quality of life by assisting him with everyday activities and promoting his physical well being. Daily activities include: Providing physical therapy exercises for strength and range of...

Susan H. says "Steve M. was wonderful. He was thoughtful, caring, totally reliable, insightful, and brought positive energy to everything he did for the person he was...

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Yuan T.

Special Education Teacher Available To Provide Care

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience

I am an energetic, patient, reliable, and fun certified Special Education teacher with over 16 years of experience of working with students with a wide range of disabilities. In my teaching career I have worked with elementary, middle, and high school students. My students have various needs ranging from Autism, learning...

Cathy H. says "Yuan is a kind, friendly, experienced educator. She excels at catering her teaching to the individual needs of the student. Yuan taught my son for 2 years...

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Montse G.

Experienced Childcare Professional

Horsham, PA

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

4 years experience

Grocery shopping

light cleaning

swimming supervision

meal prep

carpooling

+ 1 more

Hi there! My name is Montse, and I am an experienced child-care professional with experience working with children ages 3mo-18. I have lived abroad in China, Spain, Mexico and Ireland before and am excited to connect with a family that values cultural immersion. My first language is actually Spanish, and would love to share my...

Rachel G. says "Montse is great with kids! Incredibly patient. I have worked with her many different times and she is respectful of different abilities of the children...

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Jackelyn M.

Experienced Babysitter About 15 Years, Looking For A P/T Job I Have Take Care Of 2 Autistic Boys

Warminster, PA

5.0(0)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 9 families in your area

Meal prep

travel

grocery shopping

light cleaning

Hi, my name is Jackelyn I am home care aide as well as a nanny as well as a driver for people that need to be taken to appointments or for kids activities I have done both of this things. I have worked from babies to seniors as well I have worked with special needs I have two kids girl and boy and I been working with kids since...

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Kaitlin Y.

Couldn’t have asked for a better babysitter! We were visiting for a wedding and Kaitlin was wonderful with our 1 and 3 year old. She also...

- Rebecca S.

Nikesha C.

Nikesha watched my three young children for over two years. We even moved and still drove well out of our way so that the kids could still...

- Faith H.

Deshanna R.

Desanna was a wonderful care giver. She treated my children with love and care. I never had to worry when I left them to go work because she...

- Care member

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Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Dresher, PA

All caregivers with this badge are background checked.

Available Now in Dresher!

Gail G.

Olivia K.

Kaitlin Y.

Part-Time Babysitter

Nikesha C.

Part-Time Or Full-Time Caregiver Prefer At My Home

Deshanna R.

Chosa W.

Damara B.

Dora S.

Special Needs Care

Ashlyn K.

Patti C.

Part-Time Caregiver Available, Seniors, Errands, Disabled

Irene H.

Experience, With Mental Illness, Dementia, Diabetes

Naleena D.

Creative And Fun Tutor, Homeschooler, Nanny

Madison R.

7 Year Experienced Part-time Nanny

Matthew R.

Kara C.

Nanny / Babysitter SUMMER ONLY

Marnie F.

Experienced Caregiver With Full Time Job Looking For Extra Work Once In A While

Stephen M.

Part Or Full-Time Caregiver Available

Yuan T.

Special Education Teacher Available To Provide Care

Montse G.

Experienced Childcare Professional

Jackelyn M.

Experienced Babysitter About 15 Years, Looking For A P/T Job I Have Take Care Of 2 Autistic Boys

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

Kaitlin Y.

Nikesha C.

Deshanna R.

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