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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Pottstown, PA
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Pottstown, PA
Wendy K.
Pottstown, PA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Overnight Weekend Sitter With 25+ Experience Specialize In Children With Special Needs
3.0
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I love children, they are my passion from infants through teens. I am friendly, loving, caring, and outgoing. Most children usually gravitate towards me and feel very comfortable with me in a short amount of time. I have been a foster mother, and am now a full time, special education supervisor and have been for about 10 years....
3.0
"Wendy showed up a little late but that is OK do to her job. Otherwise she would have been on time. She is very qualified to work with special needs children, but was not as flexible as I needed in a sitter. At...
Reviewed by Thomas O.
5.0
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Growing up with a brother with autism and intellectual disabilities, I found a passion for caregiving from a young age. I have extensive experience working with children, teens, and young adults, of all abilities, in home care as well as in summer day camp and school settings. I earned my bachelors degree in psychology and have...
5.0
"Sarah has been caring for my 6 month old and is amazing! She is very responsive and reliable. She's very warm and caring, my baby loves her and she takes excellent care of her. If she has any questions about...
Reviewed by Kaya C.
4.8
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Greetings!
My name is Jessica or Jessie. Very responsible and loving care nanny. I'm very gentle, polite and good manners.
I'm willing to take care your most important and precious love. And follow any special instructions.
I have great references of a great parents. Also have experience with special needs.
Thank you and will...
5.0
"Jessie is great! She is warm, friendly, and has a big heart. She is patient and kind with my 3 year old and 18 month old. She knows how to manage tantrums in a calm & patient manner, and does not get...
Reviewed by Manish S.
Tori W.
Pottstown, PA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! I'm Tori! I was a nanny for the past 5 years and now work as a BHT with autistic children. I have experience with all ages, multiples, and special needs. I have availability after 5 during the week and anytime on weekends. I'd love to chat!
5.0
"Tori is a great communicator and shows up on time. My son instantly felt at ease with Tori which made leaving the house easier for me and for him. They played soccer and she made sure he got his chores...
Reviewed by Jacqueline F.
Hannah G.
Pottstown, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Occasional Night/Weekend Babysitter - I Also Care For Pets
5.0
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It's my goal to invest compassion, presence&support for any child that I have the privilege to care for&influence. I take my position very seriously as early development is the most crucial time in a person's life. I strive to provide security&connection w/ each child above all else. I'm an advocate of conscious...
5.0
"She has really been a part of our family. We LOVE her. It is unfortunate that we are moving and she cannot come with us. She does a wonderful job with our baby girl."
Reviewed by Nicole G.
Lisa R.
Pottstown, PA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.1
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I have always had a passion for working with the elderly. I've worked as a personal care aid and have experience in companion care, bathing, dressing, ambulation, medication reminders,. had previous training n first aid and CPR. And I've been working with older ones and handicapped/disabled since I was a teen, and have had...
3.0
"Lisa is very nice and willing to help in any way she can. Her health issues and weather sometimes made her undependable. She didn't take corrective criticism very well. She sometimes spoke about topics that...
Reviewed by Former Member A.
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Growing up with a brother with autism and intellectual disabilities, I found a passion for caregiving from a young age. I have extensive experience working with children, teens, and young adults, of all abilities, in home care as well as in summer day camp and school settings. I earned my bachelors degree in psychology and have...
Tori W.
Pottstown, PA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have past experience sitting for special needs. I foresee working with special needs in the feature after graduation.
Lisa R.
Pottstown, PA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Special needs available. please check my senior care file for my profile, it has the different physical needs I have helped with hands on.
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I am looking to help a family in need. I recently lose my job of 14 years and I'm now a stay at home mom to our 16-year-old son who is homeschooled. I would really love something more to do during the day, as my son is very self sufficient with his school work. I am a very reliable person, and super easy to get along with. If I...
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Hello I have worked with special needs adults for about two years now. It is such a fun and rewarding job. I am a positive, upbeat person, who truly has a passion for working with those with special needs.
I provide transportation to and from activities. Companionship during activity. I am trained to use a hoyer, administer...
Laura K.
Pottstown, PA
$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hi! Im Laura- I have an elementary and special education degree. I have worked with all ages and abilities, including tutoring a nearly blind teen, using ABA with autistic prek in a classroom, going into the community with a child with autism to teach him ASL, and being a one on one with a teen who needed emotional support. I...
Ann B.
Pottstown, PA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Experienced, professional, and strong work ethic. Criminal and child abuse clearances. I look forward to meeting!
Jessica F.
Pottstown, PA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Greetings!
My name is Jessica or Jessie. Very responsible & reliable child care. I'm very gentle, polite and good manners.
I'm willing to take care your most important and precious love. And follow any special instructions.
I have great references of a parents with autistic twins.
Thank you and will my pleasure to answer any...
Simeris M.
Pottstown, PA
$17-26/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hello, I am a former Social
Worker, currently looking for a part time nanny/babysitting job preferably on the weekends (any time) and/or some week nights. I love caring for babies and children and have a car. I worked with children with special needs as a Care Manager for over six years and I have a bachelors degree in...
Carol K.
Pottstown, PA
$14-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I'm passionate about supporting people with special needs, it's what I've done throughout my 40-year career. My professional experience is in the human service industry, first as a direct support professional assisting adults with varying degrees of developmental needs. Then, providing training to direct care in...
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I have worked for larger agencies, assisting families and individuals with disabilities. I am interested in continuing to give this type of support/companionship withing my local community. I am caring and supportive.
JC
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I work for Spring-Ford school district during school the year.. I love to read to children, do crafts, play games and go for walks. I stayed at home with my daughter until she was in first grade. I was also a nanny for 3 years. I taught preschool for 3 years two mornings per week. I have worked for Spring-Ford school district...
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Paul S.
Pottstown, PA
$15-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I have over six years of experience working with special needs individuals. I am CPR, and first aid certified, I am also pa state medication trained. I started working at a camp for children with special needs when I was 18 and now have a full time job in the field.
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Madeline G.
Pottstown, PA
$15-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hi all! I am a 20-year-old college student looking forward to nannying or babysitting over the summer! I have babysat now for about 6 years. I love doing crafts, spending time outdoors and am willing to help with any school work. My previous experience includes taking care of and hanging out with my sibling who has special...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Pottstown, PA
Wendy K.
3.0
Wendy showed up a little late but that is OK do to her job. Otherwise she would have been on time. She is very qualified to work with special needs children, but was not as flexible as I needed in a sitter. At the interview I saw my son do something he never did as an autistic child. I saw him rock...
- Thomas O.
Sarah N.
5.0
Sarah has been caring for my 6 month old and is amazing! She is very responsive and reliable. She's very warm and caring, my baby loves her and she takes excellent care of her. If she has any questions about care she is quick to ask and is really engaged as a caregiver, she really gives kids 100%!
- Kaya C.
Jessica F.
5.0
Jesse exceeded our expectations when it comes to what every parent looks for in a baby sitter. She is reliable, compassionate, & professional. She has helped our son learn new things & words. She has put our minds at ease when we both are working. She loved our child as if he was her own, and we are...
- Noel H.
Tori W.
5.0
Tori is a great communicator and shows up on time. My son instantly felt at ease with Tori which made leaving the house easier for me and for him. They played soccer and she made sure he got his chores complete. I will continue to book her when needed.
- Jacqueline F.
Hannah G.
5.0
She has really been a part of our family. We LOVE her. It is unfortunate that we are moving and she cannot come with us. She does a wonderful job with our baby girl.
- Nicole G.
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Ratings for Pottstown, PA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Pottstown, PA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.