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Caroline L.

Registered Nurse

Lancaster, PA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a Registered Nurse with a BSN degree with past experience in direct patient care in skilled nursing and rehabilitation environments and Hospice care. I also have experience in patients with dementia and have worked as a RN Supervisor in long term care. Currently, I am looking to use my experience and compassion to help...

Kari W. says "I am a 49 year-old woman with progressive multiple sclerosis for the past 21 years. I am wheelchair-bound and need assistance with many daily activities....

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Loving & Caring Experienced Nanny/Babysitter

Lancaster, PA

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
Hi Parents! I love being around children and make them happy when they are under my care. Overall, I have experience caring for multiple children (twins), all ages, and children with special needs. I am a happy, loving, respectful and responsible nanny/babysitter looking for a weekend job. I am CPR and FIRST AID Certified. I...

Kelvin L. says "Wonderful with kids. Bilingual. My children love her and still ask for her. She keeps a journal of what kids did throughout day. She spends time with them...

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Special Needs Caregiver

Lancaster, PA

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$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
One of my favorite jobs ever was taking care of a young lady who had autism. I prepared her meals, helped her with crafts, puzzles and books. We would dance, go for walks, picnics, paint her nails and assist her with household chores like laundry and dishes. I loved her and she loved me. I would have stayed at that job forever...
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Experienced Direct Support Professional / Caregiver

Lancaster, PA

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$22/hr
5 years experience
I have over 5 years of combined experience working in different health care settings including live-in private care, groups homes, and caregiving agencies. I am a certified CNA and have had many ongoing hours of training in the field. I have worked as a personal caregiver for individuals with Alzheimer's, stroke, cognitive, and...
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Lancaster, PA

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$10/hr
I have six nieces and nephews with varying forms of special needs. I really enjoy working with children with special needs, they are a joy to be around and working with them is challenging, but rewarding.
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Lancaster, PA

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Sarah and I graduated from Stevenson University (formerly Villa Julie College) with my bachelors in nursing in 2021. I am a registered nurse in the state of PA. I currently work in hospice but I have worked as a school age (5-12) teacher at a daycare for 3 summers. This particular daycare had multiple students...
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Client Care Coordinator

Lancaster, PA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Right now I am currently a client care coordinator at a company that takes care of elderly and adults with intellectual disabilities. I have a large range of different disabilities that I have personally worked with. Any references or interest in training I have done please feel free to ask.
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Lancaster, PA

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$19/hr
4 years experience
Hello! I have 4+ years of paid experience working with the younger population with various developmental and physical disabilities. Most of my experience is with verbal, emotional, and life skills autistic support. I'm currently learning sign language (I know very limited), however have significant experience with AAC devices. I...
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Flexible Caretaker

Lancaster, PA

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$10/hr
I have just graduated from USD with a degree in biology. I have been a babysitter for the past 8 years, mostly for the same family. The children are now 11, 9, and 4 so I have had quite a bit of experience caring for multiple children in a range of ages, including young babies. I have au paired in Australia, taking care of an...
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Lancaster, PA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Hello! Over the past 3-4 years I have had an extensive amount of experience working with special needs children and adults. I have interned at a mental health facility working closely with young children who have been diagnosed with a various disabilities. I have experience working closely with families as well. I am CPR...
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Seasoned Caregiver With Special Needs Experience!

Lancaster, PA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
I am a board certified behavior analyst, experienced in working with a diverse range of kiddos from babies to older kiddos. I've worked with children and teens providing support in a special meeds environment for 10 years. I have all current clearances to work with children, first aid/CPR certified. I enjoy crafts, messy...
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Happy And Enthusiasic Babysitter

Lancaster, PA

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have experience in childcare and babysitting, volunteered with children with special needs, taught garden and nutrition education in elementary schools, and I was a camp counsellor for 5 years. I have full-time employed for 3 years, after work availability only:) can teach about plants, school topics (up to calculus, majored...
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Empathetic & Loving Caretaker!

Lancaster, PA

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have 5+ years of experience professionally! I am also an oldest daughter in a family of 10 and have plenty of experience with care there. I have a background working with special needs--particularly children with downs. I graduated from Southern Virginia University with a degree in Theatre and a concentration in Vocal Studies...
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Lancaster, PA

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$14/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I'm Carley. I've worked as a teacher's assistant at Lightbridge Academy and have years of babysitting experience with kids of all ages, including those with special needs. I helped care for my brother with autism and understand the importance of patience and compassion. I currently work at a pulmonary specialty office in...
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Lancaster, PA

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
Hi! I'm erica and I'm interested in caring for your children and children with special needs. I have been babysitting since being a preteen. As a senior in high school, I worked in the infant/toddler room after school at the same nursery school I attended as a child for many years. I triple majored in English at Albright...
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Lancaster, PA

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Megan! I've been babysitting for 8 years now and have nannied the past 3 summers. I have watched a variety of ages from newborn-16yrs old and up to 5 kids at a time. I've been working at an elementary school for the past 2 years supporting students with special needs and emotional/behavioral needs. I am CPR...
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Child Care

Lancaster, PA

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$23/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Caring for children has always come naturally to me, and over the past 8 years, it's grown into something I truly love. Along with my childcare background, I also have teaching experience working with students ages 0-18, including children with special needs. This has shaped my patient, adaptable, and supportive approach with...
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Fun, Safe And Loving Care!!

Lancaster, PA

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
My name is Zilneira but I go by Z for short. I am 18. Class 2026! I am a daycare assistant teacher at the working Monday through Friday from 6:30-5:30. I work with school age kids from the age of 6-11. I have experience with kids from the age 2-11. I'm very responsible, respectful, supportive, optimistic, caring, and reliable....
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Lancaster, PA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
errands
My service is to provide compassionate and reliable care, ensuring seniors feel safe, comfortable, and respected every day. For the past five years, I've had the privilege of providing personalized support, including companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, mobility assistance, and personal care. I'm a Certified Home...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $16.00/hr as of June 2026

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

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