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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Hershey, PA

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

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

Morgan was phenomenal with my newborn! She was attentive, playful and nurturing with her. My baby took so well to her and loved spending…

Review for Morgan W. by Ann Marie I.

Michaela really brought out a side of my grandmother that I hadn't seen in a long time! She is awesome and very personable!

Review for Michaela P. by Samantha N.

Charity has been watching my girls (ages 1 & 3) part-time for a little over a month now. She is very kind, loving, and patient with my…

Review for Charity B. by Nicole M.

Special needs caregivers in Hershey, PA

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Anna S.


Middletown, PA

$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp

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Hi I'm Anna! I have my bachelors in psychology and am an LPN. I have experience working with individuals who have cognitive and mobility Impairments. Hope to hear from you soon!
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Isabella P.


Elizabethtown, PA

< $10/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi:) My name is Isabella and I am 21 years old. I am looking for a summer job as a full-time nanny for children with special needs in the Hershey/Harrisburg/Lancaster areas. A little about my experience working with children with special needs: I work as a paraeducator for preschool age students with visual impairments and...
Isabella can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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Carolyn R.


Hummelstown, PA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Academic, Behavioral, And Social Supports Teacher

I taught in public and private schools for over 25 years, primarily working with preschool and elementary aged children. My recent work includes providing academic and social supports to individuals with special needs. I also have raised two children of my own. Helping children grow has always been my greatest passion!...
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Angelica J.


Elizabethtown, PA

$20-26/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have experience in caring for people with physical or mobility disabilities, I am attentive to their medications, their personal affairs, their household chores, I transport them to where they need and I take care of their recreation.
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Carolyn R.


Hummelstown, PA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Retired Teacher Available For Childcare

I taught in public and private schools for over 25 years, primarily working with preschool and elementary aged children. My recent work includes providing academic and social supports to individuals with special needs. I also have raised two children of my own. Helping children grow has always been my greatest passion!...
Carolyn can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Erin M.


Harrisburg, PA

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Education

I have nine years of babysitting experience, in that time one of my families I grew close to had a child with Epilepsy and Seizures. I began working with the child regularly, with letters, numbers, potty training, and more. I soon learned I absolutely loved working with children with mental disabilities. This knowledge helped me...
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Courtney B.


Hummelstown, PA

$20-35/hr • 8 yrs exp

Grew up with a brother with Down syndrome and another brother on the spectrum. Special education teacher of 8 years and lifelong babysitter
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Angie B.


Middletown, PA

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Social Worker

Hello! I am a masters level social worker who has years of experience working with individuals with disabilities. I work at Youth Advocate Program where I provide respite, companion, and HAB services to individuals with disabilities, and outpatient therapy for mental health and behaviors. I would love to provide you with...
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Janet S.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

special needs Care Provider

I am presently working full time 3 days per week at 13 hours for a special needs family and looking for something with fewer hours per shift.
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Cali H.


Hummelstown, PA

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hi there! I'm Cali and I recently graduated from Shippensburg University where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood and Special Education. I started babysitting regularly about 10 years ago. I have watched up to four kids at a time in home and am perfectly comfortable with that. I have special needs experience...
Cali can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Morgan W.


Elizabethtown, PA

$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Morgan and I'm currently 23 years old! I love kids and have experience with all ages including infants! I have around 8+ years experience babysitting. I have experience with children with special needs as well. I love to travel. I love the outdoors. I love to do activities with children such as coloring, hide...
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Great with my 2 kids and infant! Very kind."

Katie L.

Heather W.


Middletown, PA

$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Care Giver

IDD experience, 10 years of experience, ADL's, appointments, care, championship, toileting, feeding
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Michaela P.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Children And Senior Care Provider

Experienced caregiver looking for part time evening and weekend work. I have been in the home nursing industry for 5 years but have moved into the management side, but would still love to work one-on-one with patients part time outside of my full time job. Reliable transportation. Experience with special needs (pediatric and...
Michaela can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Michaela really brought out a side of my grandmother that I hadn't seen in a long time! She is awesome and very personable! "

Samantha N.

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Charity B.


York, PA

$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started caring for children for the people around my neighborhood at a young age. I quickly learned I have a huge heart for children and caring for their needs and wants. Seeing your child smile, makes my heart smile. I've cared for others newborns (6 weeks) -pre teen age. I have also worked at a daycare for about 10...
Charity can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Charity has been watching my girls (ages 1 & 3) part-time for a little over a month now. She is very kind, loving, and patient with my girls. My girls absolutely adore her and my husband and I are very happy with the job that she is doing. We are so glad to have a...

Nicole M.

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Lydia F.


Lititz, PA

$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm an enthusiastic, committed, young woman who has experience with in home child care ages newborn to teens including special needs (Autism and Asperger's). I have a Bachelors in Psychology and am completing my Masters in Counseling. I am currently working with children as a social worker for a local foster care agency. I love...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"The second we met Lydia, we knew she was perfect! Her bubbly happy demeanor and positive presence was felt immediately, and the way our kids took to her was extremely impressive. She understands children and how to respond to their ages and where they are in...

Cheryl B.

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Carly B.


Camp Hill, PA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Carly! I'm a mature nanny with 15+ years of experience. I just moved back to the Harrisburg area and am seeking positions in nannying, tutoring, and pet sitting. I can offer very flexible scheduling! I am fully vaccinated, and love to sit for school-aged kids and toddlers, but I also have experience with younger infants...
5.0
"Amazing personality! Very reliable!"

Brittney P.

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Kay A.


Harrisburg, PA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children in total for about 10 years. I have experience mainly working with children in the age range of 6 mo.-12 yrs. I worked in a nursery for about four years, and before that, I had classroom experience with children in the early school age range. I have also done volunteer work with school age children....
Kay can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Always on time. Always has a great attitude. Amazing with my kids. Knows how to discipline with our guidelines and making sure the kids know she means business without being cruel or mean and we love and appreciate that! Hands on and loved our kiddos! Our oldest...

Latoya S.

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Ann W.


Harrisburg, PA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over 30 years, I have worked with individuals from infancy through adulthood. Each person's needs are unique as is each individual and each family. Currently, I would prefer weekends, but may be available Mondays and Thursdays. 8/10/23 B. S. SPECIAL EDUCATION, MULTIPLY IMPAIRED AND IDD; M. A. SPE IAL EDUCATION, MULTIPLY IMPAIRED...
5.0
"Holly goes above and beyond. She will care for your child as her own. She is attentive to their needs and that is her focus the entire time she is there. We cannot say enough kind words about her. We will be forever grateful for the service she has given to us."

Becki S.

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Catherine K.


Mount Joy, PA

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Have worked with special needs individuals for the last 12 years. Experience with hoyer lift, wheelchair, meal preparation, bathing, transportation and companionship.
Catherine can also help with: Companionship, personal care, dementia, mobility assistance
5.0
"Cathy is wonderful! She took care of our elderly mother, driving her from her assisted living facility to and from an exercise facility. She also helped our mom walk/wheelchair in the facility. She is kind, caring, extremely responsible and energetic!"

Amy L.

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Lorna Y.


Columbia, PA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

CNA

I am a certified nursing assistant with 30 years experience in the healthcare field. I really enjoy working with mentally handicapped adults and have a lot of experience working with them! I also have worked in hospitals, nursing homes, and have also worked as a house parent in a home with 8 adults. I am looking for night shift...

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