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Find special needs caregivers in Glenolden, PA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Glenolden, PA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 9 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Glenolden, PA

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

Review for Carol E. by Debbie G.

Lvonne watched my son for an entire weekend so I could go on a mini vacation that was long overdue. She kept me updated on my son, made sure

Review for Lvonne M. by Care member

I was in town for a wedding and didn't know anyone that could watch my daughter. This was my first time leaving my 1 year old with anyone

Review for Ariana B. by Vanessa H.

Special needs caregivers in Glenolden, PA

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Carol E.


Brookhaven, PA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Touch Of Kindness

3.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

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...
Carol can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, dementia, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"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 talked with him so he didn't feel alone. I'm happy I meet her and she was part of my dad's final days."

Debbie G.

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Lvonne M.


Philadelphia, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I am a mother of two children. My oldest child was born at 28 weeks and so my journey began with being an advocate for my son and his health care needs. I later became a Service Coodinator in Early Intervention and than a Special Instructor/Special Education Teacher for Birth to 5 years old. I am taking a leave of absence from...
5.0
"Lvonne watched my son for an entire weekend so I could go on a mini vacation that was long overdue. She kept me updated on my son, made sure he took his medication and always checked in with pics and videos. I would highly recommend anyone using her to babysit...

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Ariana B.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter/nanny.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I've been working with children since I was 18. . I've worked as an assistant preschool teacher with children ages 1-6 at 2 Montessori schools and a Reggio-Waldorf inspired nature preschool. I have also worked at a residence for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities for 2 years and have extensive experience...
Ariana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"We have a rowdy 5 year old who can be quite the handful but she handled him well."

James P.

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Patrick C.


Philadelphia, PA

$50-65/hr10 yrs exp

Elementary Special Ed Teacher

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there- My name is Patrick! I am an elementary special education teacher with over a decade of teaching experience and plenty more background working with children. I've worked with various special needs in children, including severe ADHD, ASD, ODD, bipolar, and cerebral palsy. Outside of the classroom, I am passionate about...
5.0
"Patrick does a great job tutoring my daughter. I see the progress and it's awesome. Patrick is patient and stern at the same time and my daughter responds really well to his teaching style"

Rakeli S.

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Kyle S.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been working with elementary aged students with behavioral problems in and out of the school setting for 6 years. I enjoy playing drums and a little guitar in my spare time and sometimes like to incorporate them into my work with kids. I have some experience working with kids on the spectrum. I work full-time in a school...
5.0
"Kyle is very professional and reliable. I have three sons, one of whom is autistic and each with some behavioral challenges at times. They really enjoy having Kyle stay with them and seem to be on their best behavior those days."

James F.

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Emily K.


Philadelphia, PA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Nanny

Hello! I am a patient, caring, organized, hard-working and creative nanny looking for work! I recently left my job in education to pursue my Masters in School & Mental Health Counseling from UPenn. This program takes place on weekends, and I am open to full time work. I have 13 years of experience in childcare, and my work has...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Ana M.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello families. Available between July 1-July 5 My name is Ana. I am a full time nanny M-F but since it's summer and I have my school break I am looking for extras on weekends. I have almost 9 years of experience with children of all ages, especially newborns and toddlers. I am very creative with sensory and educational...
Ana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ana is a very dependable, energetic, creative, warm, reliable and competent caretaker. She has vast experience with kids with special needs, and she deals with any exceptional situation with a very loving, caring and patient approach."

Joy S.

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Tumi O.


Philadelphia, PA

$17/hr6 yrs exp

Happy And Engaging

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! I'm a dedicated babysitter with 5+ years of experience, including caring for children with special needs. offering both academic/tutoring knowledge and practical skills. As a responsible caregiver, I have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and I'm a Non-smoker, fully vaccinated. Safety and security...
Tumi can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Tumi is punctual, respectful and dependable. My 2 year old son loves her."

Yvonne I.

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Janelle G.


Philadelphia, PA

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter & Teacher

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have 15+ years of experience, working with children aged birth to 17. I have experience working with children with special needs. I am first aid and CPR certified, and I have an Early Childhood degree.
Janelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Janelle was great! Helped my wife with our newborn daughter and 5 y/o son while I was out coaching. She did all the dishes, played with our son while my wife tended to our daughter and even put all my sons toys away that him and my wife played with. My 5 y/o...

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Andrea D.


Haverford, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Coordinated diversified care for premature twins, familiar with pediatric health management, PT, OT, ST, IEP, 504, and able to take care of sick children. Raised my children to have a belief in wellness including daily exercise, the importance of play and creativity, reading, eating nutritiously, and being emotionally aware and...
5.0
"Smart, competent, hard working, thoughtful, kind.-----a tremendous resource and companion. "

Edward F.

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Katherine R.


Havertown, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As far back as I can remember, I have had a heart for elderly and impaired people. Good thing because, I have had the privilege of being the sole parent, advocate and caregiver for my son who has Asperger's. He is now 27 years old, and he is doing well. Currently, I am working part-time as a caregiver for an adult woman who has...
5.0
"Katherine is a truly compassionate and caring person. She helps me look after my developmentally disabled sister, and has always gone above and beyond just the 'responsibilities' of the job, in order to develop and maintain a real relationship with her. She is the...

Karen R.

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Yasmin D.


Sharon Hill, PA

$14-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Enthusiastic and dedicated professional seeking full time employment in Human Services. Knowledge base includes medical coding and billing, clerical, filing, HIPPA regulations. Experienced in health care settings, providing services to a diverse population for the past 20 years. I have worked with Alzheimer, Dementia, Hospice...
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Judith J.


Media, PA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

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...
5.0
"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. Throughout all those years she did a phenomenal job. Making sure I was safe was always her top priority. She was always...

Christian R.

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Nicole C.


Philadelphia, PA

$23-45/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time/ Date Night Sitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Nicole a recent grad from Colorado State University. A little bit about me, I graduated with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I have been working as a nanny for 5 years and babysitting for about 4 years. As my time as a nanny, I worked with a variety of families in which each was special in their own...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Nicole was timely, professional and very sweet with our kids. She even kept the house tidy. I would highly recommend her!"

Care member

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Sharonda S.


Philadelphia, PA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Or Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am a 33-year-old female experienced caregiver seeking employment as a independent contractor or with a company. I have 10+ years experience in providing care for both Children and Older Adults in the home setting. I am a CPR Certified CNA skilled in assisting with daily activities of living including: -Bathing -Feeding (By...
Sharonda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"We love Sharonda!! Amazing babysitter who made me feel comfortable leaving my special needs daughter @home. Always on time too, will continue to use!"

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Tammy J.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Limited Part-time & Date Nights

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Available for limited part-time, date nights and potential backup care! Please message me directly as I do not book thru this site without talking to the parents first for safety reasons! I have over 25 years of experience working directly with child development as a private nanny! Over the last 12 years I have specifically...
Tammy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Tammy has been a truly exceptional nanny for our daughter. She's been with us during a very important stage of development (5 months - present at 13 months) and has played an integral role not only as a caregiver, but as a teacher to her and to us. She is...

Brittany G.

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Grace S.


Newtown Square, PA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Grace was awesome! My son loves her :)"

Hannah B.

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Jenice S.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-35/hr8 yrs exp

Responsible And Caring Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a nurses aide (CNA) with 8 years experience in healthcare including both at home and in a long term care facility. I'm able to provide assistance with all aspects of daily living and checking vital signs too. I've worked with children and adults with both physical and mental disabilities. I cared for my great grandmother...
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Jennifer L.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and have worked for two and a half years in home health care with a variety of seniors ranging from multiple different special needs I have also worked three years in a long term nursing home for seniors with dementia/Alzheimer. I spent one and a half year in a residential care home for adults...
Jennifer can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia, respite care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"I’ve worked with Jen for a few years on nightshift. she is very dedicated and reliable. "

Care member

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Pangaea S.


Philadelphia, PA

$22-50/hr7 yrs exp

Well Rounded Student With Child, Pet And Home Care Experience, References And Clearances Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Pangaea and I am a local nanny and pre med student! I live in the Center City/South Philadelphia neighborhood. I've been a nanny for the last 7 years with lots of experience with newborn and toddlers! I love my job more than anything! I also give night nursing care, pet sitting and house sitting! I'm very...
Pangaea can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Interactive, kind, reliable, truly cares about the children she nannies for. Is also great at communicating during the day sending pictures and updates. Trustworthy and dependable! Will work with her again !"

Tina E.

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