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Melanie P.

Experienced Part Time Caregiver/Driver

Garnet Valley, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi. My name is Melanie. I live in Garnet Valley and I am a college-educated, semi-retired educator with years of experience caring and driving for children, teens, and adults. I enjoy working with people and providing individualized services for day-to-day living. I provide quality childcare, safe transportation, meal prep (can...

Carolyn S. says "Melanie is excellent with people who have special needs. She drove our son who has Down Syndrome and they developed a great relationship!"

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Experienced Part Time Care Giver

Garnet Valley, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Hi. My name is Melanie. I have a Master's degree in clinical studies and a longtime career in healthcare, now a child caregiver for over 15 years for children ages 12 months-adult, with/without special needs ages 4yo and up. I enjoy exploring things they enjoy and introducing things when they wish to explore in a safe setting. I...

Cathy M. says "Melanie has been a key part of our family functioning! She is wonderful with our children. We appreciate her every day!"

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Garnet Valley, PA

from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
travel
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. With three years of experience caring for children of various ages, I understand the importance of patience, clear communication, and a friendly approach. I follow the parents' preferred communication method to...
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Passionate Caregiver, Teacher And Behavioral Therapist (part Time & Occasional Work Only)

Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hi, thank you for looking at my profile! I live in Wilmington, DE. I currently work for a private preschool as an Early Childhood Educator (full time) and for NC's Hospital/Estate (part time). My experiences range from coordinator, teacher, behavioral technician & caregiver for various ages, disabilities and backgrounds. I have...

Betsy N. says "Julia is a wonderful young lady caring for our 17 year old special needs daughter. She is responsible, caring and supportive to our daughter's needs. We...

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Compassionate Caregiver

Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Angel, and I bring nearly 20 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), providing care with compassion, respect, and reliability since 2007. I've also served as an Assistant Director for a home care company, giving me a strong background in both hands-on support and care coordination. I...

Maria D. says "I am a geriatric physician who has worked with Angel. She is extremely professional, warm, hard-working and experienced. Patients and their family...

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Fun-Loving, Experienced Coach And Mentor For Adolescents/Adults With Special Needs

Media, PA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is James and I'm a social worker who is passionate about serving people with disabilities. I currently work with families in the Media/Delco area who need some extra help to support a family member with special needs, whether at home or out in the community. I love to provide companionship, role-modeling,...

Naomi L. says "James is wonderful with our student. He is gentle and patient, and instantly put us both at ease with his demeanor. We are looking forward to him working...

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Media, PA

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Thank you for your time and consideration now and in the future! ! I reside in Media and I work part time for an Agency in Exton I was interested in picking up more hours Special needs care available. I work in there Wisconsin school district of kettle moraine with the special-needs boy from 2nd to 11th grade and also had...

Christian R. says "I have Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type III, so I use a wheelchair and I have brittle bones. Judy was my aid in school from 2nd grade to 11th grade....

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Safety First, But Let's Definitely Have Lots Of Fun Too!

Springfield, PA

5.0(1)
from
$49/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I enjoy fostering an interactive, healthy, structured (but not rigid), and safe environment while sharing my passion for curiosity! If you ask any of the kiddos I've had the pleasure of spending time with what my 'rules' are, they'll tell you: 1. safety first 2. have FUN!!!!! I've been a nanny, babysitter, pet/plant/house...

Stephanie H. says "We love Miss Katelynn!! She was great with our 4yo for an afternoon and while we were gone for a long day trip! :) "

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Part Time Caregiver And Pet Sitter

Morton, PA

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I'm available to provide services any time on the weekends as well as early mornings, evenings from 6 p.m. on, Monday through Friday. I'm a mom to three lovely girls, all in college so I have experience with infants all the way through teenage years. I also have experience with children with special needs and am an...

Shamita C. says "Linda babysits our 3 kids (ages 8, 6, and 3) on a regular basis. She relates wonderfully to all our children (including our 3-year old with ASD), and...

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Compassionate, Professional Caregiver & Special Needs.

Wilmington, DE

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello, Friendly, compassionate, upbeat and easygoing female seeking work with a variety of ages. I have over 7 years experience with youth and adults with disabilities and 9 with the elderly. I taught for 12 years with a special needs population. I'd used this app to find summers jobs since 2017. When my grandfather was...
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Springfield, PA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Majlinda, and I am a dedicated and experienced caregiver with a lifelong passion for working with children. I am a proud mother of three (ages 21, 19, and 11), which has given me firsthand experience caring for children at every stage of development. I began my career in Albania, where I worked as a teacher for...

Tina S. says "I highly recommend Linda as a nanny. She took care of my 2 sons (1 and 3 year old) from M-F from 830-530 for almost a year. Linda is incredibly patient,...

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Companion

Ridley Park, PA

from
$12/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
personal care
I have worked in with adults and children with special needs. I have assisted with personal care laundry and meals for special needs adults and an elderly friend,good Companion.
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West Chester, PA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Abby! I'm a Secondary Education Biology major at West Chester University. I have babysat on and off since middle school. My brother has special needs and I have other experience helping with special needs kids. I love babysitting, as I believe it's an enriching experience for both the children and myself. If I...
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Wilmington, DE

from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
Hi! I'm GiGi. I LOVE kids. I have a huge family so I've been babysitting since I can remember. I started when I was nine going on 10, I am now 26 with a son of my own! most comfortable with newborn-preteen. I can manage up to five children at a time. I do have my license and my own car, it seats five people, including myself. I...
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Aston, PA

from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have 4 years experience nannying 4. 5 years managing an in home and community provider agency for adults with special needs 3 nieces ranges from the ages of 1. 5-7 that I babysit frequently Any questions or concerns please feel free to ask! Thank you
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Media, PA

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$24/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I am from Media PA and I am looking for a part time caregiving job. I currently work with adults who have special needs Monday-Friday 9am-3 p.m. I am looking for something to add to my schedule even if it's just one or two days a week! I am college educated, have a bachelors degree in Social Work from Cairn University....
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Wilmington, DE

from
$14/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
errands
live-in home care
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Shanique a compassionate and reliable Home Health Aide/CNA with many years of experience providing quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I take pride in creating a safe, comfortable, and respectful environment where my clients feel valued and supported. From personal care and companionship to...
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Fun And Experienced BCBA

Wilmington, DE

from
$22/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I am an experienced childcare provider with almost 10 years of working closely with children in a variety of settings! My background as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) has given me extensive experience supporting children's growth in communication, play, independence, and social skills. I bring a warm, patient,...
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Claymont, DE

from
$10/hr
6 years experience
I have nannied for a family for 6 years they have three boys from all age groups. I picked kids up from school took them to their after school programs/sports, made dinner helped with homework. I am currently a Special Education Teacher, at a special needs school. I enjoy working with all age group of students with different...
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Full-Time Summer Care Provider

Wilmington, DE

from
$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Coming from an educational perspective, play is key! I've taught K-12, special needs, autistic and neurodivergent, I am the oldest of 22 grandchildren. I've spent my life raising kids - and loved every minute of it. It's seeing life through their eyes that makes everything new. Every new steps is a miracle. I love to...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $25.00/hr as of May 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Garnet Valley, PA

Special Needs Caregivers in Garnet Valley, PA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Melanie P.

Melanie is excellent with people who have special needs. She drove our son who has Down Syndrome and they developed a great relationship!

- Carolyn S.

Melanie P.

Melanie has been a key part of our family functioning! She is wonderful with our children. We appreciate her every day!

- Cathy M.

Julia B.

Julia is a wonderful young lady caring for our 17 year old special needs daughter. She is responsible, caring and supportive to our...

- Betsy N.

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