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Cassidy R.


Annville, PA

$15-22/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello! I recently graduated college with a degree in communications, but I started as an Early Childhood Education major. Through my college career, I discovered that I work better with children 1:1 rather than in a classroom/large group setting. I love seeing how young minds develop through play, creativity, and social...
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Shaina D.


Lebanon, PA

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

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I have experience working with 3 different autistic children.
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Carolyn R.


Hummelstown, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Teacher Available For Childcare

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I taught in public and private schools for over 25 years, primarily working with preschool and elementary aged children. My recent work includes providing academic and social supports to individuals with special needs. I also have raised two children of my own. Helping children grow has always been my greatest passion!...
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Cali H.


Hummelstown, PA

$20/hr8 yrs exp

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Hi there! I'm Cali and I recently graduated from Shippensburg University where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood and Special Education. I started babysitting regularly about 10 years ago. I have watched up to four kids at a time in home and am perfectly comfortable with that. I have special needs experience...
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Bernita B.


Middletown, PA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver

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I have over 20 years experience working with the elderly and disabled. I performed all personal care duties, light housekeeping, errands meal prep. and companion ship. I also have over 20 years experience with special needs.
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Kristina H.


Annville, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Circumstances Caregiver

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Hello! My name is Kristi. If your looking at my bio it means you need help. Maybe you just need a few hours to go to the store? Maybe you need to get back to work. I am 40 and have been in the Human Services field for over 15 years, working with a broad range of clients. Did you know by the year 2030 the amount of older adults...
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Carolyn R.


Hummelstown, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Academic, Behavioral, And Social Supports Teacher

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I taught in public and private schools for over 25 years, primarily working with preschool and elementary aged children. My recent work includes providing academic and social supports to individuals with special needs. I also have raised two children of my own. Helping children grow has always been my greatest passion!...
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Abby H.


Middletown, PA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Experience With Special Needs, Behavioral Challenges And Medical Challenges

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I have worked in a variety of settings with people of varying mental abilities and medical challenges
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Morgan W.


Elizabethtown, PA

$17-25/hr8 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Morgan. I'm currently 22 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...
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Cristina G.


Hershey, PA

$14-19/hr6 yrs exp

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I have many years experience with disabilities. I can handle any situation necessary. With my PCA license I am fully trained. I also am able to do housekeeping cooking running errands and can talk about other jobs as well. With my license and experience I am looking to be paid $20 hour.
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Kathy S.


Hershey, PA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

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Because I recently worked for a local school district, I currently have my ACT 151 (PA Child Abuse History) and ACT 34 (PA Criminal Record Check) clearances, as well as my ACT 114 (FBI Fingerprint) clearance.) I worked as an educational paraprofessional in the Derry Twp (Hershey) school district from 1991-1995. I worked for two...
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Heather W.


Middletown, PA

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

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IDD experience, 10 years of experience, ADL's, appointments, care, championship, toileting, feeding
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Gwendolyn A.


Hershey, PA

$5-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Who Loves Playing With And Learning From Children

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I am a mother of 2 children, one of whom has special needs. I have had over 5 years of experience working with typically developing children as well as children with special needs in a church classroom environment. In addition, I have done babysitting for many friends and relatives who have children with special needs. There is...
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Lydia F.


Lititz, PA

$12-17/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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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...
5.0
"The second we met Lydia, we knew she was perfect! Her bubbly happy demeanor and positive presence was felt immediately, and the way our kids took to her was extremely impressive. She understands children and...

Reviewed by Cheryl B.

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Lorna Y.


Columbia, PA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

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5.0

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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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Kay A.


Harrisburg, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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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....
5.0
"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 business without being cruel or mean and we love and...

Reviewed by Latoya S.

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Alexis E.


Mount Wolf, PA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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...
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,...

Reviewed by Erica L.

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Mavis M.


Camp Hill, PA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Monday To Friday

5.0

(2)

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Hi, I'm Mavis but you can call me Meme. I have experience working with children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens(0-12). I'm great at keeping kids entertained and finding fun activities for them to do. I can prepare healthy meals and snacks for your children. I'm also comfortable with light cleaning and can help keep your...
5.0
"Mavis is a caring individual and she demonstrates a deep understanding of the needs and emotions of those she is assisting. She would often go above and beyond her responsibilities to ensure the well-being and...

Reviewed by Care member

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Sarah S.


Manheim, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I have worked with special needs students for 12 years. I enjoy working with people. I helped transition a 21 year old student with special needs into the work place and have worked with several students in the classroom and community.
5.0
"Sarah has cared for my six-years-old autistic twin daughters while I finished up school. I feel very blessed to have found such a loving, kind, considerate, and compassionate caregiver for my girls. She has...

Reviewed by Heather A.

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Michaela P.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Children And Senior Care Provider

5.0

(1)

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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...
5.0
"Michaela really brought out a side of my grandmother that I hadn't seen in a long time! She is awesome and very personable! "

Reviewed by Samantha N.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Palmyra, PA

Lydia F.

5.0

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, and wanted everything done to my liking. The kids have already asked when she is coming back! We'll definitely have her back In the future!

- Jaime L.

Kay A.

5.0

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 business without being cruel or mean and we love and appreciate that! Hands on and loved our kiddos! Our oldest will always bring up fond memories of...

- Latoya S.

Alexis E.

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 them during her hired time. She plays...

- Erica L.

Mavis M.

5.0

I have known Mavis for a couple of years and I must say her work with children is exceptional. She is kind and patient with my kids, very reliable and responsible. She is a punctual person and is always willing to help.

- Care member

Sarah S.

5.0

Sarah has cared for my six-years-old autistic twin daughters while I finished up school. I feel very blessed to have found such a loving, kind, considerate, and compassionate caregiver for my girls. She has taken them under her wing and loved them as if they were her own children. If you are...

- Heather A.

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