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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Mount Joy, PA

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Mount Joy, PA

Morgan was phenomenal with my newborn! She was attentive, playful and nurturing with her. My baby took so well to her and loved spending

Review for Morgan W. by Ann Marie I.

I had Lisa watch my 3 daughters (ages 6.5, 3, 6 weeks) for my husband's work event. She did fantastic. She was punctual, knowledgeable, and

Review for Lisa C. by Katie D.

Bernita is just so nice and has a warm personality. She is kind and caring to my mom and completed all the tasks my mom had for her. She did

Review for Bernita B. by Lori Y.

Special needs caregivers in Mount Joy, PA

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Casey H.


Manheim, PA

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

Super Sitter

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have two younger brothers so I have always been around younger kids. I started babysitting for family friends at 13 years old in 2013 and still babysit to the current day. I have a passion for working with kids and went to school for Occupational Therapy Assistant which allowed me many opportunities to work with kids as well...
Casey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Sandra M.


Wrightsville, PA

$17-25/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Looking For PT Or PRN Work

Looking for PRN work preferably as I continue to care for my mom. I have 4 years experience with people with IDD, 2 years working with individuals with Spina Bifida, and nearly 2 years experience working with individuals with traumatic brain injuries. These past 4 years I have worked with a Home Health Agency caring for my...
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Eliza S.


Mountville, PA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Registered Nurse Sitter

I'm a registered nurse with lots of experience with children and special needs (I have a 8-year-old with autism, a 5-year-old, and a 2-year-old whoo is medically complex.) I'd love to bring along, but would prefer to watch in my own home. More than welcome to meet and visit the house prior). Great with educational activities as...
Eliza can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I am currently pursuing a Master's degree in occupational therapy at Elizabethtown College, and I hope to one day work in pediatrics. I will receive my bachelor's degree in health sciences in May 2022 and complete my master's degree in 2023. I have lots of experience working with kids from being a camp volunteer, babysitting,...
I have worked with an adult whom was deaf and blind. My client also had Down syndrome. I worked with this client for a year. I am currently working at School. The School has given me experience with different behaviors and working with children with autism.

Morgan W.


Elizabethtown, PA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Morgan and I'm currently 23 years old! I love kids and have experience with all ages including infants! I have around 8+ years experience babysitting. I have experience with children with special needs as well. I love to travel. I love the outdoors. I love to do activities with children such as coloring, hide...
Morgan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Great with my 2 kids and infant! Very kind."

Katie L.

A little about myself: Adult diagnosed ADD, kids (now adults) with ADD, family members with ASD including Asperger's. 30 credits in Early Childhood Special Education before moving into healthcare curriculums. Retired young in 2016. Part-time work since. 35+ years in healthcare involving patient care to executive mgmt. I have...

Janele H.


Wrightsville, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

My name is Janele. I am a household manager and I have 20 + years of experience starting first as a Nanny in my late teens and presently as a full time homeschooling mother. I have worked for families with children with down syndrome, sensory integration disorder, and autism. In my own family I have raised boys with autism and...

Valerie B.


York, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hello My name is Valerie I am looking for a nanny position, I guess you could say I'm a career nanny. I nannied before marriage and then raised my kids,(2girls 2boys) and I went back to it after my husband passed. It's where my heart is. I have 4 granddaughters that are my world. For the past 8 years I have worked with a...
Valerie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Brittany G.


Columbia, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant, Nanny, Housekeeper, Flexible Schedule

I have over 10 years of childcare experience. I have worked in varies Human Service positions, most recently personal care with Autistic and Traumatic Brain injured individuals. I am available for housekeeping and or errands. I have work with children to elders. Have varies areas of experience.
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Lisa C.


Windsor, PA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I grew up in a family of eight children and also care for relatives, cousins, nieces, and nephews. I come from a large extended family that is constantly in need of child care. I also offered my services to families in my community and families that attended my elementary school. These families knew me well and understood that I...
Lisa can also help with: Carpooling, travel
5.0
"I had Lisa watch my 3 daughters (ages 6.5, 3, 6 weeks) for my husband's work event. She did fantastic. She was punctual, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. Our kids loved her! I would highly recommend her services to anyone looking for reliable and exceptional care...

Katie D.

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Bernita B.


Middletown, PA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years experience working with the elderly and disabled. I performed all personal care duties, light housekeeping, errands meal prep. and companionship. I also have over 20 years experience with special needs.
Bernita can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, respite care, personal care, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Bernita is just so nice and has a warm personality. She is kind and caring to my mom and completed all the tasks my mom had for her. She did wash and also helped her with bathing. Very nice person."

Lori Y.

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Lydia F.


Lititz, PA

$12-17/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

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...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"My 3 kids (10, 8 & 3) LOVE Lydia! She is loving, gentle and is always ready to play with them. I also appreciate her stern (but gentle) way of making sure they obey her and they follow what I have asked of her. She's on time, responds to me in a timely manner...

Brandi D.

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Melissa K.


Ephrata, PA

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Certified DSP

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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Shannon G.


Red Lion, PA

$10-16/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mom And OT

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with children since I was a teenager. I have two school-age children in addition to working in the area of special needs. I am looking to pick up babysitting in my spare time, as my own kids are with their dad for 50% of the time, and I could use a little extra money. I am a strong believer in engaging kids...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Shannon is wonderful. She responds to messages and texts quickly, she arrived 10 mins early, she clearly has a motherly nature, and I returned home to happy, clean kids and she straightened up to boot. She is cheery and polite and we will call her again!"

Christina P.

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Alexis E.


Mount Wolf, PA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hi families! My name is Alexis & within the last two years I've had the chance to babysit for two AMAZING families. Currently I'm only looking for date night jobs because I work a full time job in law enforcement & don't want any long term commitments. When I babysit I love reading, doing any type of crafts, or even going to the...
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alexis has a great personality and is wonderful with my 2 children who are ages 3 and 6. My 3 year old has special needs and she has always been SO amazing with him. She makes sure they go outside to play, interacts wonderfully with them, and takes Great care of...

Erica L.

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Lauren K.


Willow Street, PA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

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!
Lauren can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"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 nicest babysitter ever!" Can't wait to have her sit for us again."

Erin G.

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Kristina H.


Annville, PA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

FT Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working in human services since 2000. I began with geriatric care and have extensive experience with individuals with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's and Stroke care. I transitioned into special needs care and have become a Medication Administration Trainer through the Department of Human Services. I am First Aid...
Kristina can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, home modification & more
5.0
"When looking to hire someone, twenty years ago, to care for my husband in our home while I was at work, I was searching for an honest trustworthy individual. This person had to be acceptable to him also because she would be giving full attention to his the daily...

Margaret C.

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Bridget S.


Hershey, PA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! I'm looking to find some families to babysit for! I graduated last Spring with a bachelors in Psychology from Saint Mary's college. Throughout college I've babysat for two different families. I also have experience working with kids with autism. In the past I've been a camp counselor at Aaron's acres and interned at...
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Francis M.


Ephrata, PA

$18-35/hr8 yrs exp

Child Development Expert

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a committed Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) with aspirations to become an (RBT) Registered Behavior Technician. Impacting young lives as a therapist has been profoundly rewarding. I thrive when working with supportive, kind-hearted families who prioritize their children. Specializing in special needs, I completed a Child...
Francis can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Francis was and still is spectacular with our young ones. She exhibits an amazing amount of patience, peace and understanding. She's even great when it comes to helping out with homework. In one instance she was able to help our child study for a test she was...

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