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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Hockessin, DE
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years
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Clellie M.
Hockessin, DE
$20-30/hr
Extensive Service With Deaf Adults With Physical, Mental, And Emotional Special Needs
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I've been working with deaf adults with special needs for 5+ years. I am comfortable accommodating physical needs, and have plenty of patience for those who struggle with behavior. Most of all, I have a large place in my heart for people with special needs, and enjoy working with them very much. Since my service is located in my...
Katie S.
Hockessin, DE
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
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While Ive never personally cared for a special needs person on my own, I have a lot of patience and am willing to learn and be teachable. I love children and working with them!
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I am a passionate, motivated, and experienced child care provider based in Hockessin. I love getting to know kids, fostering their interests, and helping them be their best self. I have experience with infants to pre-teens, and I love working with any age!
I have 10+ years of experience with individuals with special needs,...
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Hi! My name is Juliet, I am currently an Executive Director at a private practice but am finishing my teaching certification. I have years of professionally babysitting experience and special needs mentoring. I have a background check on file and am CPR certified. I am fun, outgoing, responsible and has transportation. I do not...
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Hi! I have been a paid babysitter since I was 12, I'm now 26. I have experience with kids of all ages, newborns included. As well as experience taking care of children with special needs and twins. I am currently nannying for an amazing family with 5 children under 7 (every Thursday and Saturday nights) I have been with them for...
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"Cyndi is a fantastic babysitter. She was really great with my 7 year old twin daughters. One has special needs: Down syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Cyndi was very patient and kind with both children....
Reviewed by Tara C.
Marissa C.
West Grove, PA
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Marissa I am 26 years old. I currently work as a full time medical assistant in a community based mental health clinic. Qualities include very compassionate, cheerful, dependable and organized young woman with great attention to detail and focus on individualized needs of my clientele. Prior to working in the...
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"What a great interview. She had everything we needed for our family and the kids loved her. They wanted her to stay and didn't take any time at all to warm up to her. :)"
Reviewed by Katiey H.
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I have almost 20 years experience working with seniors and individuals with disabilities. I have worked in nursing homes, home care, schools for children with disabilities, etc. Long lasting relationships have been formed with many of the families I've worked for. And I am no stranger to hard work. I enjoy conversations, getting...
Janet T.
Wilmington, DE
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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I'm a mother of three grown children, one with special needs. I do not have grandchildren, so I would love the opportunity to nurture children again. I have experience working in a preschool and I'm extremely dependable. Unfortunately, my most recent employment ended after five years as the children are of age and my care was no...
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"Janet has been a great help with everything from child care for our son, to food prep, cleaning, organization around the house. We would hire her again in a heartbeat."
Reviewed by Matthew J.
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I grew up in a family with numerous cousins and have a brother. I have spent time in the following areas: sports coach; daycare/aftercare provider; babysitter; student teacher; ight student tutoring. Comfortable with special needs. Can perform light cleaning, cooking and running errands.
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Worked under the supervision of an RN providing bedside care, treatment and clinical documentation for patients on cardiac, hospice, dementia and many other ailments. I love making a personal bond with my clients and treat them with respect, dignity, and compassion. I like to help people gain independence and feel a sense of...
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I have almost 20 years of experience working with children and seniors with special needs. I am certified in CPR, first aide, and abdominal thrust. I am trust worthy, reliable, and immediately available for work.
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"I’ve admired how Sheena works selflessly to put the care and needs of her clients first. She’s caring and compassionate. You will have peace of mind knowing she is caring after your loved ones."
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Hi, I have been working with children for more than 20 years and I love reading, playing board games and working on desired goals to be met. I am currently working full-time for the Department of Education remotely. I have experience working with children with general and special needs. I have primarily worked with children...
5.0
"She was really nice and our daughter liked her a lot."
Reviewed by Jordan W.
Lauren K.
Wilmington, DE
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! I'm Lauren. I'm 18. I have worked at Aaron's acres summer camp, Schreiber pediatric summer camp, and other activities at Schreiber. I am willing to help however I can, run errands, cook, and do housework. I will be starting online classes in the fall. I hope to be a youth counselor. Willing to do recurring or one time work....
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"Lauren was on time and very good with my boys! I will definitely have her babysit again!"
Reviewed by Whitney T.
Lauren K.
Wilmington, DE
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Lauren. I am 22 and have experience working with special needs children, children of any age, seniors, and animals. I love crafts and games and anything your child likes. I can cook and clean and would love to speak with you about what you're looking for!
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"We were thrilled to have Lauren babysit for us and can't wait to have her again! She is super responsive and very dependable. Our two boys said "She is the nicest babysitter ever!" Can't wait to have her sit...
Reviewed by Erin G.
Nicole N.
Newark, DE
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
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Hi I have primarily worked with Autistic children and those on the spectrum. I currently work with the Department of Education in a classroom ratio of 6 children, 4 assistants, and 1 teacher. I have been at my current job for 1 year and 8 years with my prior job at AHRC where I also worked with children with special needs. I...
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"We would recommend Nicole to anyone who needs help with there children or adults with special needs my sons are Autistic and she is great with them. Will hire her any time we need help.
Thanks Nicole."
Reviewed by Joanne F.
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I have a wide range of experience caregiving. I have cared for individuals from a few months of age to 21 in both clinical and nonclinical settings. At the age of 12 I began babysitting, and over time have worked as a clinical assistant at a neurobehavioral unit for children, as an aide in a classroom for those with special...
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"Ginamarie has been so wonderful for our family! She has provided care for our five year old son twice so far, and she has been punctual and communicative. She engages him and he is excited to see her again!...
Reviewed by Lisha M.
Julia B.
Wilmington, DE
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Passionate Caregiver, Teacher And Behavioral Therapist (part Time & Occasional Work Only)
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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...
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"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 are grateful to find her."
Reviewed by Betsy N.
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I am a special education teacher who has worked with children preschool to 12th grade with various needs including emotional support.
As an individual and family, I have been on the care team for friends and family with medical conditions.
Caylyn W.
Wilmington, DE
$16/hr • 3 yrs exp
If You Are In The Wilmington Area And Need Childcare I Can Help!
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Hi! I'm Caylyn and all my life I've been a caregiver in some sort of way. I'm the oldest of seven children and grew up babysitting my siblings. I love working with children of all ages and abilities. I received my CNA certification directly out of high school and began working at an Adult Special Needs live-in facility. From...
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Hello! I'm Mandi and I have been a BSC (Behavior Specialist and Interventionist/consultant for 10+ years. I'm currently in my PhD program for youth development and currently work in an elementary school as their behavior Interventionist.
Non smoker, CPR certified, loves ALL animals and owns my own car.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hockessin, DE
Cynthia M.
5.0
Cyndi is a fantastic babysitter. She was really great with my 7 year old twin daughters. One has special needs: Down syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Cyndi was very patient and kind with both children. We would definitely recommend her for sure.
- Tara C.
Marissa C.
4.0
Great worker and very dependable
- Judith B.
Janet T.
5.0
Janet has been a great help with everything from child care for our son, to food prep, cleaning, organization around the house. We would hire her again in a heartbeat.
- Matthew J.
Sheena T.
5.0
Sheena goes above and beyond at every step. She is caring and compassionate and treats my sister like a family member. When my sister is having a particularly terrible day, Sheena calms her down and holds her until she stops crying. My family feels so grateful that she came into our lives. She is...
- Christin F.
Nicole N.
5.0
I would highly recommend Nicole to anyone who is looking for kind, patient and experienced person. She knows how to work with kids on the spectrum and finds creative ways to engage kids. We will miss you Nicole.
- Elena K.
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