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Craft assistance
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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!
Erin G. says "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...
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- $18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm 26 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...
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!"
I have experience providing transportation and job coaching to individuals with special needs. Enjoy the simple pleasure of being helpful to others.
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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grocery shopping
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I have worked with children for a little over 10 Years. I have had experience with newborns to 13-year-olds, and some older. I also have experience with special needs children. I have done some overnight care with newborns to help parents out. I am willing to drive children to where they need to go, do some light housework,...
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,...
Hi, I have been working as an occupational therapy assistant in various settings for the past 3. 5 years. I enjoy working one on one with others and helping them gain or improve on the skills they need in their daily lives. Due to the lack of work available in my location as a therapist, the past year I had been working in an...
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...
Life Skills / Autistic Support Teacher in Lancaster County with 10 years experience working with a variety of needs.
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I have grown up raising my six younger siblings and doing chores and shopping for my parents. I can help with school work, cleaning, arts and crafts and whatever else is needed. I have my license and a car with insurance. I have been certified in lifeguarding, AED, CPR, first aid, and Heimlich maneuver but this does need...
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! I've found that my passion in life if working with and building relationships with children who have special needs, and children in general, as well as the elderly population. I have previously worked as an occupational therapy assistant in a nursing home setting with the elderly as well as in homes with children 0-3 years...
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...
Craft assistance
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...
Jaime L. says "Lydia was phenomenal! Our 3 kids (6, 3, and 16mon) easily warmed to her sweet and engaging personality. She was punctual, asked all the right questions,...
Companionship
dementia
mobility assistance
personal care
Have worked with special needs individuals for the last 12 years.
Experience with hoyer lift, wheelchair, meal preparation, bathing, transportation and companionship.
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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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. "
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
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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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...
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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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $18.80/hr as of July 2025
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 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Lauren K.
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...
- Erin G.
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.
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