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Kara S.

Mechanicsburg, PA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
6 years experience
I have my undergraduate and graduate degrees from Syracuse University, and I was a dietitian and a pharmaceutical sales representative for 10 years prior to staying home with my children (now grown). I have extensive medical experience and knowledge, as well as over six years of hands-on personal experience in the areas of...
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Full Time Caregiver Available

Mechanicsburg, PA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
My name is Mona. I am a 41-year-old mom that loves working with children. I've worked as a preschool teacher for 4 years. I also babysit in my house. I have volunteered with children for 12 years and have been babysitting for 10 years. I have cared for special needs children from the ages of 1 month to 12 years. I enjoy spending...

Michelle S. says "Mona was kind, caring and made us feel like we could leave our kids with her knowing they would be well cared for. She is generous with her time and her...

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Postpartum Doula

Mechanicsburg, PA

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$28/hr
7 years experience
I have 7+ years of experience working with children. As a Postpartum Doula (training through ProDoula), I can do overnights or any day services needed with a max of 25 hours/week.
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Part-time Caregiver,

Mechanicsburg, PA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I am a recent graduate from Penn State University. During my time at Penn State I worked for a non-profit agency for a year working as a direct support professional for adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. During this time my love for caring for people has grown and I know that it is my true calling! I have...
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Part Time Caregiver Available

Mechanicsburg, PA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I am a young 59 year old female who is self employed with very flexible hours. I am very compassionate with a lot of patience for those with special needs, newborn on up. I worked in the NICU for 4 years. I am also available weekends and evenings.
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Gentle Caregiver

Mechanicsburg, PA

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$19/hr
I have 11 years of experience. I can help with Repositioning and Dressing Assistance. Also blood sugar test, ambulating, feeding assistance, medication reminders, light housekeeping, Errands
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Mechanicsburg, PA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My name is Maura and I am currently an autistic support teacher in a local district. I have currently been working with kids who have special needs for four years. I am well versed in ABA and scaffolding skills to fit the needs of who I am working with. I love doing incorporating sensory input and working on fine motor...
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Mechanicsburg, PA

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$13/hr
I have two 7-year-old sisters and have many younger cousins that I spend my weekends with. I love to babysit and once I graduate high school I plan on going to college to major in early education. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts.
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Interactive And Inclusive Caregiver

Mechanicsburg, PA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been working in childcare for over 10 years. I have experience with all ages, am CPR and American Red Cross Babysitter certified, and have experience with special needs, preemies, twins, and nanny shares! I was an Infant Room teacher at the Goddard School for a number of years, as well. A little about my style of...
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Childcare Provider

Mechanicsburg, PA

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$11/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Ample experience in childcare. I have worked with ages 6 weeks-18 as well as special needs children.
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Mechanicsburg, PA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a licensed nurse and mom of 3. I am available some days and evenings. I have over 20 years of child care experience. I also have special needs and geriatric experience. I do have child abuse, state police, and FBI clearances and am CPR certified.
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Children And Senior Care Provider

Harrisburg, PA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
personal care
respite care
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...

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

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Harrisburg, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
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....

Latoya S. says "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...

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Harrisburg, PA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...

Becki S. says "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....

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Camp Hill, PA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
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...

Brittney P. says "Amazing personality! Very reliable!"

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Certified Home Health Aide With CPR Certification

Harrisburg, PA

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Michaela. I am 24 years old and have 6 years of home care experience. Most of my Home Care experience is in Special Needs/Pediatrics, but also have 1 years of hands on Senior Care experience. Working with Pediatrics has been a true labor of love for me over the past 6 years, and while I primarily work in senior...
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Enola, PA

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$22/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Emma and I am a recent graduate of the University of Pittsburgh. I am home for the summer before starting my full time career and looking to find a great family to work for! I have babysat since middle school and have years of experience working with special needs children as well. I can provide references as...
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Enola, PA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
LOCATED IN MCLEAN, VIRGINIA I absolutely love spending time with, taking care of, and teaching children different things. I am a very fun person who is kind and patient and will love working with kids, whether they are infants or teens. I have a special place on my heart for people who have special needs, but I would work with...
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Harrisburg, PA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Nathaniel. I have worked with the geriatrics population and people with mental disabilities for over 12 years now and love it. I provide personal care like showers, grooming and do laundry, house keeping, medication reminder, doctor appointments, protect patient in and out of the home, feeding/assist if...
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Enola, PA

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$17/hr
8 years experience
Experienced caregiver with 4 years supporting elderly and special needs clients, and 8 years in child care nurturing children of all ages. Skilled in providing compassionate, personalized care, fostering emotional well-being, and creating safe, engaging environments. Known for reliability, patience, and building strong, trusting...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.64/hr as of April 2026

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

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

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

Mona M.

Mona was kind, caring and made us feel like we could leave our kids with her knowing they would be well cared for. She is generous with her...

- Michelle S.

Michaela P.

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.

Kay A.

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...

- Latoya S.

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