Care.com logo
Child CareTutoringSenior CarePet CareHousekeeping

Find a job

Log in

Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Garnet Valley, PA

We have 60 special needs caregivers in Garnet Valley, PA! Compare and hire the best special needs caregiver to fit your needs.

​
Get started

All caregivers with this badge are background checked.

Hero image

Available Now in Garnet Valley!

Melanie P.'s Photo

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!"

See profile
Melanie P.'s Photo

Melanie P.

Experienced Part Time Care Giver

Garnet Valley, PA

5.0(1)
from
$18/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!"

See profile
Suzanne M.'s Photo

Suzanne M.

Special Needs

Garnet Valley, PA

from
$38/hr
8 years experience
I am PA Registered Nurse who took care of an advanced dementia patient in 2017 for 6 months. Recently cared for 94-year-old patient with dementia for 5 years. I've handled all medications, doctors appointments, food shopping/errands, and gone for many enjoyable car rides as well. I enjoy taking care of the elderly and it is my...
See profile
Carrie D.'s Photo

Carrie D.

Experienced And Caring Registered Nurse

Garnet Valley, PA

from
$35/hr
10 years experience
I've been a registered nurse for 20 years. I'm looking for some out of hospital home care work. I have worked in the emergency department with every age and medical condition you can think of as well as the surgical ICU. I am dependable, respectful, and kind.
See profile
Kristin F.'s Photo

Kristin F.

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...
See profile
Linda M.'s Photo

Linda M.

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
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
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...

See profile
Grace S.'s Photo

Grace S.

Newtown Square, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Grace:) I started in childcare at church Sunday school when I was about 15. I love working with kids of all ages and have experience with kids 3 months to 8 years old. I love to talk with them, draw with them, make scavenger hunts, set up obstacle courses, build pillow forts, play board games, have picnics...

Hannah B. says "Grace was awesome! My son loves her :)"

See profile
Diva S.'s Photo

Diva S.

Child Care Giver

Wilmington, DE

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am an energetic 56-year-old experienced child care provider with excellent references! I love what I do and enjoy the little ones so much. I have experience with newborn -12 yr. and with special needs also Down syndrome heart condition and feeding tube etc, I'm comfortable in most situations. I'm very prompt and reliable.. I...

Tiffany D. says "Dee was our part time nanny for my now almost 3yr old and 10mo old baby for close to 2 years. She is incredibly energetic, loving and willing. Dee added...

See profile
Julia B.'s Photo

Julia B.

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 Nemours Children's Hospital. My experiences range from coordinator, teacher, behavioral technician & caregiver for various ages, disabilities and backgrounds. I have a younger brother with Autism, a niece and nephew who I love with all my...

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...

See profile
Judith J.'s Photo

Judith J.

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....

See profile
Tameka C.'s Photo

Tameka C.

Chester, PA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi my name is tameka my first experience with someone with special needs is at a nursing home I worked there for 6 years I dealt with bipolar, schizophrenia, multi personalities, ADHD & autism. I treated them as I treated my own but my second experience is hands on because it's my son is autistic & have ADHD. I have cousins who...

Becky R. says "Tameka was a pleasure interviewing she had all her credentials ready for us to see! She also made me feel comfortable for her to care for my son with her...

See profile
Lisa M.'s Photo

Lisa M.

Child Care/After Care, Housekeeping & Senior Care In Springfield/Morton FT PT

Morton, PA

5.0(1)
from
$37/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi, I am a 45year-old married mother of 3 children (20, 18 & 12) and 2 dogs. I am CPR certified and experienced with childcare, housekeeping, special needs care, pet care & senior care. Please message me with any questions. Thanks! Lisa

Kelly J. says "Lisa has been everything we wanted in a caregiver for our 6 month old son. She is responsible, caring, flexible, fun & easy to talk to. We feel so...

See profile
Tameka C.'s Photo

Tameka C.

Chester, PA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Tameka. Thank you for viewing my page. I have 3 kids one of them is autistic & ADHD so I am experienced in special needs. I always treat your children's wants & needs as if I was attending to my own. I am all about your child, completing all tasks first then activities second. I also have a passion for caring for...

Mary B. says "Tameka cared for my children this past Friday. I am pregnant & Tameka was a great help! She did little things around the house & kept my little ones busy!...

See profile
Katelynn G.'s Photo

Katelynn G.

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

Springfield, PA

5.0(1)
from
$58/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
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! :) "

See profile
Carol E.'s Photo

Carol E.

Touch Of Kindness

Brookhaven, PA

3.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
home modification
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Carol. I am a mother of 3 wonderful children. My youngest still lives at home, age 19. My hobbies are my artwork and gardening. I am looking for part time work. I have experience with working with the elderly and special needs. I can provide a healthy safe environment to your special family member. My...

Debbie G. says "I didn't expect Carol to be so passionate about tending to my fathers needs. She keep him comfortable and safe. There were time she just sat there and...

See profile
Amara S.'s Photo

Amara S.

Full-Time Weekly Caregiver Available

West Chester, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Amara. I have 10 years of childcare experience, starting from being a mother's helper as an early teen. More recently, I graduated from West Chester University in 2021 with a Bachelor's of Science in Psychology. During college, I worked as the director of a Before and After School program that caters to the...

Care Member says "Amara is very patient even though my baby initially refused to play with strangers. They end up played very happily. I'm so relieved "

See profile
Samantha D.'s Photo

Samantha D.

Nursing Student Looking For Summer Work!

West Chester, PA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
home modification
personal care
respite care
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Samantha. I graduated from Shippensburg University in 2016 with my bachelors in sociology. I am currently in nursing school at Delaware County Community College and looking for child care or senior care opportunities. I have a lot of experience in homecare, nursing home, and working with children with special...

Diane C. says "Samantha is amazing! We love her. She is like part of our family now. She is very caring and is patient with my dad. Highly recommend her!"

See profile
Kiera K.'s Photo

Kiera K.

Meet Kiera: Your Fun And Reliable Babysitter!

Chester, PA

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi!, I'm Kiera, a dedicated and experienced childcare provider with a deep passion for working with children from newborns to 16 years old. I am certified in CPR and First Aid, prioritizing safety in every aspect of my care. Currently, I work as a nanny for a special needs child, providing personalized care and developing...

Care Member says "Kiera is an amazing babysitter! My husband and I went on a date, and when we came home, the house was spotless, and the kids were sound asleep. She kept...

See profile
Rhonda H.'s Photo

Rhonda H.

Highly Experienced

Marcus Hook, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, My name is Rhonda. I am a dedicated and very experienced caretaker. I love working with children of all ages. I am creative, energetic, assertive and playful. I consider each day a new adventure working with a growing child. In the past I have been a Pre-K teacher at a high quality Daycare Center. My background in Early...

Justin W. says "My guy is 13 and special. Both neurologically and emotionally. Rhonda was patient calm and understanding. When I left my and her a great time!! While...

See profile
Tricia B.'s Photo

Tricia B.

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.
See profile

Showing 1 - 20 of 60

  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $28.20/hr as of June 2025

  • 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.

Linda M.

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...

- Shamita C.

Special Needs Caregiver Articles

Why women become sandwich generation caregivers more often than men and how they can cope

Why women become sandwich generation caregivers more often than men and how they can cope

June 19, 2025 - After suffering a series of falls last year, it became clear that my mother, who was already a decade into Parkinson’s, could no longer live by herself...

Questions to ask daycare centers for parents

Questions to ask daycare centers for parents

June 19, 2025 - When you’re interviewing a babysitter, the goal is to find out as much as possible about just one person. On the flip side, when you’re looking a...

Free preschool: What’s the state of universal pre-K programs and who can they benefit?

Free preschool: What’s the state of universal pre-K programs and who can they benefit?

June 17, 2025 - Many parents assume they’ll send their children to preschool before kindergarten. After all, vast amounts of

Additional Special Needs Caregiver Services