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Sarah L.

Lancaster, PA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience. I specialize in working with kids with special needs. I am a full time educator in the field of special education. I am looking for night/evening work during the school year and more open hours during the summer.
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Your Special Person Deserves The BEST

Lancaster, PA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
started out 30 plus years ago helping in assisted living. I fell in love with people. I work with all ages and many cognitive levels. YOLO!!!!! LET'S MAKE IT FUN!!!!! I'm able to assist with any errands, tidying, showering, meal preparation, transport to doctor appointments or fun outings, for lunch, dinner or a walk in the...
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Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
+ 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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Lancaster, PA

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$15/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
For over a decade, I've dedicated myself to providing nurturing and dependable childcare for families. My motivation stems from a genuine desire to support parents and create a safe, enriching environment for their children. I am patient, calm, friendly, and approachable. I follow the parents' lead when it comes to household...
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Lancaster, PA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Mom to special needs. Able to care for any age and make it fun, safe while enriching life amazingly. Some American Sign language, which is helpful with preverbal children. Above all give support, supervision, direction and encouragement. Children are our most precious gift. I'd be honored to care for yours.
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Strasburg, PA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm 27 years old & graduated college with a bachelors degree in Psychology. I work full time with children who have autism, as a Registered Behavior Technician. I also have experience working with children who have special needs, as well as being CPR certified. I have 10+ years of babysitting experience, along with helping...

Katie P. says "Alexis babysat for my toddler and infant for a couple hours while my husband and I had a date night. She was easy to communicate with and great with the...

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Willow Street, PA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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....

Whitney T. says "Lauren was on time and very good with my boys! I will definitely have her babysit again!"

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Fun Sitter And Smile Creator!

New Holland, PA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Morgan! I am a mother of 2 very busy toddler girls and looking to help create fun for some other very busy kids! I currently work in a daycare setting while I am finishing my CDA certification. I have 10+ years of experience everywhere between infant care, teen care, emotional support, autistic support, special...
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New Holland, PA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
specialized care
respite care
Hey! I am excited about meeting you and eager to help. I have done babysitting and elderly care as well as special needs therapy. I'm open for all options. I'm only available for babysitting at my home though. If it's senior care I can possibly travel to your home. Waiting to hear from you.
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Caregiver

Willow Street, PA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I have been substitute teaching for the IU13 for 3 years, mostly in grades K-6. I also substitute teach at elementary schools, with a preference for emotional support classrooms. Previously, I taught overseas, in classes ranging from elementary to university.
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New Holland, PA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I love working with people and worked with some kids with special needs in high school, and it was one of the most impactful things I have ever done! I love getting to know people and their hearts and serving them and would love to do that for you :)
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Akron, PA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have cared for two people professionally with challenges deafness with cochlear implants, and a mitochondrial disease. I can also cared for someone with Down syndrome and someone with autism spectrum disorder. I think everyone should be treated the same in some ways and I love showing people with disorders that there is...
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Gap, PA

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$16/hr
6 years experience
I love working with children ! I have experience with all age children including infant/toddlers. I am currently CPR certified, as well as having my registered behavioral tech certification. I have worked with children on all ranges of the spectrum, as well as other special needs also, a lot of experience with a variety of...
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Care-giver

Strasburg, PA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been in the medical field since I was in my early teens. I have worked in nursing homes, but the majority of care has been in home settings. I have cared for cancer, MS, CP, mentally disabled, paraplegic, quadriplegic, as well as patients recovering from surgery. I am passionate person that loves to help people live,...
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Direct Support

Mount Joy, PA

5.0(1)
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$8/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
My experience includes 10+ years working direct support. CPR/first aid certified. Special needs. Hoyer lift, medication.

Amy L. says "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...

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Manheim, PA

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
1 year experience
I am super friendly, easy going, and very adaptable to any situation. I have tons of patience, but I also love to carry conversations. I have experience with Autism, since I have a little brother who is Autistic.
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Part-Time Child & Youth Companion Worker

Airville, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have worked in a variety of roles, including one-on-one caregiver for high functional youth, group home house parent, and a season as a Juvenile Justice transportation driver. I have also worked for 4 years in Early Childhood Education, where I worked with families to help them education their young children. As a father of...

Candace V. says "Hired Jeff to drive me to a surgical appointment. He was on-time, professional and thoughtful. Also jumped in where needed when the appointment ran a...

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Future Teacher

Ephrata, PA

4.2(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello I'm Olivia, I'm 22, I just graduated college at Millersville University with get my Bachelors in Early Childhood Education. I've been working with kids as a babysitter/nanny for as long as I can remember and helping them succeed in life and be the best they can be is always what I strive for when working with kids, I have...

Care Member says "So glad we found Olivia. She is fantastic with our son. Smooth communication and a joy to have in our home. Highly recommended. "

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CNA

Columbia, PA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
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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Certified DSP

Ephrata, PA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
4 years experience
Hello! I'm Melissa from Ephrata, in Lancaster County. I am a PA Certified Direct Support Aide. I have 4 years experience working with special needs a and over 20 years experience working as a Caregiver. My schedule is flexible and I look forward to hearing from you to discuss your current needs. Thank you
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.88/hr as of March 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Lancaster, PA

Special Needs Caregivers in Lancaster, PA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Alexis U.

Alexis babysat for my toddler and infant for a couple hours while my husband and I had a date night. She was easy to communicate with and...

- Katie P.

Lauren K.

Lauren was on time and very good with my boys! I will definitely have her babysit again!

- Whitney T.

Catherine K.

Cathy is wonderful! She took care of our elderly mother, driving her from her assisted living facility to and from an exercise facility. She...

- Amy L.

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