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Carol E.

Touch Of Kindness

Brookhaven, PA

3.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
home modification
personal care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Carol. I am a mother of 3 wonderful children. My youngest still lives at home, age 19. My hobbies are my artwork and gardening. I am looking for part time work. I have experience with working with the elderly and special needs. I can provide a healthy safe environment to your special family member. My...

Debbie G. says "I didn't expect Carol to be so passionate about tending to my fathers needs. She keep him comfortable and safe. There were time she just sat there and...

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Chester, PA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Tameka. Thank you for viewing my page. I have 3 kids one of them is autistic & ADHD so I am experienced in special needs. I always treat your children's wants & needs as if I was attending to my own. I am all about your child, completing all tasks first then activities second. I also have a passion for caring for...

Mary B. says "Tameka cared for my children this past Friday. I am pregnant & Tameka was a great help! She did little things around the house & kept my little ones busy!...

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Loving Preschool Teacher Looking For A Nanny Position

Drexel Hill, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have over 12 years of experience caring for young children in numerous professional settings. I am CPR and first-aid certified. I have a CDA in Early Childhood Education and I am in college to receive an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked with children with special needs and learned a variety of...

Samantha D. says "Christine is an absolutely fantastic care giver! We hired her to take care of our toddler 3 days a week and feel so lucky to have had her! She is...

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Personal Care Assistant: Available Weekends Only: Every Sat & Every Other Sun

Darby, PA

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Currently working with Autistic teenager with tuberous sclerosis have been his aide for 3 yrs and am seeking weekend work on my days off

Karen G. says "She is awesome and such a caring person!!! I am so grateful to have her. She is a gem"

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Newtown Square, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Grace:) I started in childcare at church Sunday school when I was about 15. I love working with kids of all ages and have experience with kids 3 months to 8 years old. I love to talk with them, draw with them, make scavenger hunts, set up obstacle courses, build pillow forts, play board games, have picnics...

Hannah B. says "Grace was awesome! My son loves her :)"

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Haverford, PA

4.7(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Coordinated diversified care for premature twins, familiar with pediatric health management, PT, OT, ST, IEP, 504, and able to take care of sick children. Raised my children to have a belief in wellness including daily exercise, the importance of play and creativity, reading, eating nutritiously, and being emotionally aware and...

Ayanna H. says "Andrea cared for my 83 year old dad after my mother was unable to care for him. Dad had dementia and a prosthetic for his voice box, as a result of Throat...

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Safety First, But Let's Definitely Have Lots Of Fun Too!

Springfield, PA

5.0(1)
from
$58/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I enjoy fostering an interactive, healthy, structured (but not rigid), and safe environment while sharing my passion for curiosity! If you ask any of the kiddos I've had the pleasure of spending time with what my 'rules' are, they'll tell you: 1. safety first 2. have FUN!!!!! I've been a nanny, babysitter, pet/plant/house...

Stephanie H. says "We love Miss Katelynn!! She was great with our 4yo for an afternoon and while we were gone for a long day trip! :) "

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Experienced Child Care Provider Available

Glenolden, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
Loving Nanny who's been in the field of working with children for 18+ years. I've worked for the School District of Philadelphia as a classroom assistant for special needs children. Department of Human services as an office manager for low income Children and Department of Parks & Recreation where I was a director for at risk...

Care Member says "Lela was our nanny for about a year from the time our son was 5 months old to 17 months old. She is extremely patient, energetic, creative, and kind....

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Chester, PA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi my name is tameka my first experience with someone with special needs is at a nursing home I worked there for 6 years I dealt with bipolar, schizophrenia, multi personalities, ADHD & autism. I treated them as I treated my own but my second experience is hands on because it's my son is autistic & have ADHD. I have cousins who...

Becky R. says "Tameka was a pleasure interviewing she had all her credentials ready for us to see! She also made me feel comfortable for her to care for my son with her...

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Experienced Part Time Care Giver

Garnet Valley, PA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Hi. My name is Melanie. I have a Master's degree in clinical studies and a longtime career in healthcare, now a child caregiver for over 15 years for children ages 12 months-adult, with/without special needs ages 4yo and up. I enjoy exploring things they enjoy and introducing things when they wish to explore in a safe setting. I...

Cathy M. says "Melanie has been a key part of our family functioning! She is wonderful with our children. We appreciate her every day!"

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Highly Experienced

Marcus Hook, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, My name is Rhonda. I am a dedicated and very experienced caretaker. I love working with children of all ages. I am creative, energetic, assertive and playful. I consider each day a new adventure working with a growing child. In the past I have been a Pre-K teacher at a high quality Daycare Center. My background in Early...

Justin W. says "My guy is 13 and special. Both neurologically and emotionally. Rhonda was patient calm and understanding. When I left my and her a great time!! While...

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Experienced Caregiver

Haverford, PA

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Hospice services
errands
dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
With a bachelors degree, I've supported young & older adults with physical, mental, & social health needs for 6+ years. From memory differences, to mobility support, and diverse care needs related to medical conditions. I have been certified in CPR, First Aid, medication management and administration, & have references...

Jay P. says "Spenser worked to support us by being with our children over a two month period. He is courteous, kind and a good listener to them. We are glad they had...

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Fun Sitter And Loves Children

Marcus Hook, PA

from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Crafts. I have a lot of experience with special needs children due to my background of having a sibling with special needs. I was on the swim team for 13 years and I was also a lifeguard for 3 years. I also love animals! Any kind, size, doesn't matter. I have experience...
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Experienced Live Out Nanny

Springfield, PA

from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
I have 24 years experience as an in-home childcare provider. I have worked with special needs, newborns, infant twins and toddlers, plus have assisted in everyday household tasks.
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Part Time Care Giver

Upper Darby, PA

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$23/hr
5 years experience
I have worked with children for the last 5 years. I have worked for a daycare and a special needs program. I am patient, fun, have a upbeat personality, and love children.
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Hi I Have 10 Yrs Plus Working With Special Needs, Elderly And Special Needs Individuals.

Darby, PA

from
$8/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
transportation
respite care
+ 1 more
I have 10yrs experience working with elderly, special needs individuals and have a passion for helping and serving families to help and support the needs of their loved ones.
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Aston, PA

from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
I have 4 years experience nannying 4. 5 years managing an in home and community provider agency for adults with special needs 3 nieces ranges from the ages of 1. 5-7 that I babysit frequently Any questions or concerns please feel free to ask! Thank you
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Retired Specal Education Teacher

Broomall, PA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
transportation
dementia
I worked with Disabled adults, children and Seniors as a Special Education Teacher, and life skills coach since 1985. I am sensitive to the needs of people with special needs and love to help them. I have a Mastes in Special Education and have all my Covid shots. I am very Covid conscious. I have my own car and I am an excellent...
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Part Time Caregiver Available

Wynnewood, PA

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$12/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I coach special needs basketball and babysit multiple families, with a wide variety of ages. I also pet sit.
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Springfield, PA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
As a childcare provider with five years of experience, I'm dedicated to supporting families and nurturing the well-being of children. My passion for caregiving stems from my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting children's lives. I consider myself a patient, calm, creative, and friendly...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.88/hr as of June 2025

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Media, PA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Carol E.

I didn't expect Carol to be so passionate about tending to my fathers needs. She keep him comfortable and safe. There were time she just...

- Debbie G.

Tameka C.

Tameka cared for my children this past Friday. I am pregnant & Tameka was a great help! She did little things around the house & kept my...

- Mary B.

Christine W.

Christine is an absolutely fantastic care giver! We hired her to take care of our toddler 3 days a week and feel so lucky to have had her!...

- Samantha D.

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