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Dora S.

Special Needs Care

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
You will find that I am honest, dependable, punctual, kind, patient, compassionate, and have a warm personality. I have always enjoyed a professional that involves making everyday life better for people. I like listening to people talk about their life experiences and accomplishments. I have been on Care. com since 2007 and have...

Marilyn B. says "Dora did a 1 month overnight care role for my elderly mother three times a week. She was lovely to interact with, kind, compassionate, communicative,...

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Yuan T.

Special Education Teacher Available To Provide Care

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I am an energetic, patient, reliable, and fun certified Special Education teacher with over 16 years of experience of working with students with a wide range of disabilities. In my teaching career I have worked with elementary, middle, and high school students. My students have various needs ranging from Autism, learning...

Cathy H. says "Yuan is a kind, friendly, experienced educator. She excels at catering her teaching to the individual needs of the student. Yuan taught my son for 2 years...

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Katie M.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
I am not taking new clients at this time and will update my availability as new openings are available. Registered Occupational Therapist I have experience caring for individuals from 3 months to 80+ years old, including children/adolescents with developmental disabilities, adults/elderly with physical, developmental, and...

Chris H. says "Katie worked with us for a year providing personal care assistance to our son who has Cerebral Palsy, and who uses a power wheelchair and augmentative...

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Stephen M.

Part Or Full-Time Caregiver Available

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I've had the opportunity to work part-time with a gentleman with a form of progressive MS for the past 10 years. My goal is to enhance his quality of life by assisting him with everyday activities and promoting his physical well being. Daily activities include: Providing physical therapy exercises for strength and range of...

Susan H. says "Steve M. was wonderful. He was thoughtful, caring, totally reliable, insightful, and brought positive energy to everything he did for the person he was...

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Catherine M.

Super Positive, Fun And Caring Companion

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Hello, I welcome you to message me after you have read my profile and after all parties have agreed to hire a caretaker. Hello! I am a former Special Education Teacher with experience in a multiple disability classroom for children ages 5 through 18. I also have 5 Years Experience with Senior Citizens who need companionship,...

Padraic A. says "Cathy is a natural leader and is compassionate and attentive to others needs, her leadership motivates others around her while her professional attitude...

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Jenice S.

Responsible And Caring Caregiver

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
I am a nurses aide (CNA) with 8 years experience in healthcare including both at home and in a long term care facility. I'm able to provide assistance with all aspects of daily living and checking vital signs too. I've worked with children and adults with both physical and mental disabilities. I cared for my great grandmother...
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Irene H.

Experience, With Mental Illness, Dementia, Diabetes

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Patience is my Virtue... I am highly adaptable, love caring for those with special needs, and ready to begin helping a new family...
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Pamela T.

Certify Nurses Assistant, Home Health Aid, & Direct Support Professional

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Having over 20 years of experience in the nursing community has been rewarding to me. I gain my experiences in long term care facilities, hospitals, medical clinics and home health care which enabled me to develop nurses skills and techniques. My background experience is Surgery recovery, Fall risk, Alzheimer, Dementia, Cancer,...

Anna S. says "She is a very caring person and has a lot of patience. She takes a lot of pride in what she does. You can count on her!"

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Matthew R.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience
I have experience working with the elderly in home since living in Santa Cruz, California. I moved to Philadelphia and have enjoyed very much my experience working for some great families. My references will show that I have developed outstanding relationships with my employers and have proved that I can relate well and adapt to...

Monica R. says "Matthew helped to take care of my husband and was always very upbeat, responsible and willing to help with different activities and learn how to better...

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Renee W.

Caregiver/Nanny

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
I was a school teacher for Philadelphia and most classes I taught were fully integrated. I have worked with special Olympics and with special people in the north east . My masters background is special ed I am very patient, I listen to parents & my clients!!!! Im also experienced with Adhd as well . I was A Philly School teacher...

Care Member says "was always on time and could count on"

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Joy M.

Childcare Provider And Nurture Caregiver.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Joy! I'm a full-time Personal Care Assistant and Behavioral Health Technician with over 25 years of experience caring for children, including those with special needs. I've raised my own kids and love supporting children who are non-verbal, autistic, or have developmental and behavioral challenges. I'm CPR Instructor...

Katrina C. says "Joy is awesome!! She worked with my son for a few yrs and when I tell you she's the best she's the best!! Professional and dependable. Kids love her. Joy...

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Madison R.

7 Year Experienced Part-time Nanny

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I'm a 25-year-old college graduate. I have 7 + years experience, working as a Nanny and as a lead day care teacher in the toddler and infant room at different points in my career. I've worked with newborns/infants and children of all ages up to 14! As well as special needs kiddos and adults! I am CPR trained, background checked...

Jeni D. says "We absolutely loved Madison! She worked with our autistic son, showing such patience and understanding. Highly recommend!"

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Aenya U.

Creative And Reliable Babysitter Available (extensive Experience With Newborns/infants)

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I live in Manayunk and am a recent graduate from Temple University where I received my Ed. S/M. Ed in school psychology. I am available for summer babysitting jobs until I begin my school psychology job in August (will be on vacation July 2-July 14). I most recently nannied for a family in Glenside with 4 children I...

Ashley F. says "Aenya has worked with us for several months now in PA and we are sad to see her go! Since Day 1 she has been so helpful to our family. She's helped with...

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Tammy J.

Limited Part-time & Date Nights

Philadelphia, PA

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Available for limited part-time, date nights and potential backup care! Please message me directly as I do not book thru this site without talking to the parents first for safety reasons! I have over 25 years of experience working directly with child development as a private nanny! Over the last 12 years I have specifically...

Brittany G. says "Tammy has been a truly exceptional nanny for our daughter. She's been with us during a very important stage of development (5 months - present at 13...

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Hannah J.

Experienced And Dependable Babysitter

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
NOTE: Not currently accepting new jobs. I have two years teaching and tutoring experience. I worked at an after-school program for two years. I have been a nanny since 2021, and have worked with several families. I have experience with kids with behavioral issues, kids with special needs, and kids from different cultural and...

Care Member says "Hannah is the best, we had the privilege of having her care for our son for a couple of months."

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Shannon M.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
carpooling
Hi! My name is Shannon, and I'm currently pursuing my Master's degree in Clinical & Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Child & Adolescent Counseling. I recently graduated from James Madison University with a degree in Psychology and am looking for part-time childcare opportunities while in graduate school. I have...

Joanne C. says "Shannon is amazing with both our twin boys and puppy! All 3 just love her!! She is 100% trustworthy and our favorite to date!!!! Shannon is eager,...

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Madigan L.

Love Kids, Loved By Kids

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I am a friendly and energetic law student living in Philly and looking for part time opportunities while I work an unpaid public service internship for the summer. I've been watching over my younger siblings for most of my life but I began professionally sitting when I was 13 and have been cultivating experiences ever since,...

Audrey M. says "Madigan was amazing! My kids immediately took to her- she had great energy, positivity and engaged them. She created a safe yet still exciting environment...

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Nicole C.

Part-time/ Date Night Sitter

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi! I'm Nicole a recent grad from Colorado State University. A little bit about me, I graduated with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I have been working as a nanny for 5 years and babysitting for about 4 years. As my time as a nanny, I worked with a variety of families in which each was special in their own...

Care Member says "She’s lovely- the kind of person you can trust with your children. According to my oldest she’s “pretty rad.”"

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Alexis D.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi I work full-time at a law office as well as a personal assistant, and property manager. I've been babysitting for 15 years now and have watched an array of children from newborns to teenagers. I am a responsible babysitter who encourages fun, creative activities to aid children's growth and foster each child's curiosity and...

Hilary M. says "Alexis is an absolute pleasure to be with. She is extremely helpful in the house and with children. My three kids ages 7-1 all love her and are happy to...

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Jae L.

Fun Loving And Responsible Caregiver

Philadelphia, PA

4.7(1)
from
$22/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
So you're doing one of the hardest things of your life right now! Passing your most precious prizes off to a stranger to support your family and lifestyle is tuff. I understand. That's why I'm here to save the day! For over 10 years I've cared for children from newborns to teenagers, with and without special needs. I assist...

Care Member says "Jae did a great job when we needed an out of town one time sitter in a pinch! So glad we were able to count on her. "

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  • 299 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of November 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.7

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Philadelphia, PA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 118 reviews of the 299 listed special needs caregivers

Dora S.

Dora did a 1 month overnight care role for my elderly mother three times a week. She was lovely to interact with, kind, compassionate,...

- Marilyn B.

Yuan T.

Yuan is a kind, friendly, experienced educator. She excels at catering her teaching to the individual needs of the student. Yuan taught my...

- Cathy H.

Katie M.

Katie worked with us for a year providing personal care assistance to our son who has Cerebral Palsy, and who uses a power wheelchair and...

- Chris H.

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