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Kiera K.

Meet Kiera: Your Fun And Reliable Babysitter!

Chester, PA

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi!, I'm Kiera, a dedicated and experienced childcare provider with a deep passion for working with children from newborns to 16 years old. I am certified in CPR and First Aid, prioritizing safety in every aspect of my care. Currently, I work as a nanny for a special needs child, providing personalized care and developing...

Care Member says "Kiera is an amazing babysitter! My husband and I went on a date, and when we came home, the house was spotless, and the kids were sound asleep. She kept...

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Christine W.

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
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Linda M.

Part Time Caregiver And Pet Sitter

Morton, PA

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi, I'm available to provide services any time on the weekends as well as early mornings, evenings from 6 p.m. on, Monday through Friday. I'm a mom to three lovely girls, all in college so I have experience with infants all the way through teenage years. I also have experience with children with special needs and am an...

Shamita C. says "Linda babysits our 3 kids (ages 8, 6, and 3) on a regular basis. She relates wonderfully to all our children (including our 3-year old with ASD), and...

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Deshanna R.

Narberth, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi Families, Currently working as a training supervisor with the airlines here at PHL Airport. I'm currently seeking part-time/ as needed employment. I have experience working with elders, children (ages infants -up), and also those with special needs (autism, IDD, and etc). My schedule is flexible, weekends are negotiable. I...

Care Member says "Desanna was a wonderful care giver. She treated my children with love and care. I never had to worry when I left them to go work because she made us...

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Jenice S.

Responsible And Caring Caregiver

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families 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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Hannah J.

Experienced And Dependable Babysitter

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
NOTE: I currently have a full-time nanny position, so I am only accepting one-time evening or weekend 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...

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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Betsy B.

Babysitter/Nanny

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
For over 10 years, I have cared for children as a teacher, tutor, long-term nanny, and a short-term nanny/babysitter. I have experience teaching at a preschool, nannying long-term for families with multiple children, babysitting for children with special needs, and caring for children from diverse backgrounds including English...

Jessica C. says "Betsy is one of the kindest people you will ever meet! She cared for our children with so much patience and love. She helped our family out on short...

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Tasneem A.

Narberth, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Tasneem (tess-neem). I am excited to create a caring and memorable experience for you and your child. I have taken First Aid and CPR training classes in the past, and am willing to get the certification renewed. I believe in treating children with kindness and compassion and will tend to their needs. I am an older...

Care Member says "I’ve had a pleasure of having Tasneem nanny for me for the last three months. During the interview process, I was impressed by her caregiving experience...

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Sarah F.

Caring Provider Of House Manager, Nanny, And Elder Care

Swedesboro, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I am a Penn State graduate with a degree emphasizing human development. I am organized, flexible, patient, have good judgement, and confident working independently. I have good references and clearances that can be provided upon request. My experiences through the ages include: *10+ years as a Nanny/House Manager with...

Melissa S. says "Sarah started regularly babysitting my 8-month-old son and I could not be more grateful for her! Sarah is dependable and flexible, when it comes to...

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Melanie P.

Experienced Part Time Caregiver/Driver

Garnet Valley, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi. My name is Melanie. I live in Garnet Valley and I am a college-educated, semi-retired educator with years of experience caring and driving for children, teens, and adults. I enjoy working with people and providing individualized services for day-to-day living. I provide quality childcare, safe transportation, meal prep (can...

Carolyn S. says "Melanie is excellent with people who have special needs. She drove our son who has Down Syndrome and they developed a great relationship!"

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Sharonda S.

Full Or Part-Time Caregiver

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
I am a 33-year-old female experienced caregiver seeking employment as a independent contractor or with a company. I have 10+ years experience in providing care for both Children and Older Adults in the home setting. I am a CPR Certified CNA skilled in assisting with daily activities of living including: -Bathing -Feeding (By...

Care Member says "We love Sharonda!! Amazing babysitter who made me feel comfortable leaving my special needs daughter @home. Always on time too, will continue to use!"

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Katherine R.

Experienced Caregiver

Havertown, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
As far back as I can remember, I have had a heart for elderly and impaired people. Good thing because, I have had the privilege of being the sole parent, advocate and caregiver for my son who has Asperger's. He is now 27 years old, and he is doing well. Currently, I am working part-time as a caregiver for an adult woman who has...

Karen R. says "Katherine is a truly compassionate and caring person. She helps me look after my developmentally disabled sister, and has always gone above and beyond just...

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Lisa M.

Child Care/After Care, Housekeeping & Senior Care In Springfield/Morton FT PT

Morton, PA

5.0(1)
from
$37/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, I am a 45year-old married mother of 3 children (20, 18 & 12) and 2 dogs. I am CPR certified and experienced with childcare, housekeeping, special needs care, pet care & senior care. Please message me with any questions. Thanks! Lisa

Kelly J. says "Lisa has been everything we wanted in a caregiver for our 6 month old son. She is responsible, caring, flexible, fun & easy to talk to. We feel so...

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Tameka C.

Chester, PA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 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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Judith J.

Media, PA

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Thank you for your time and consideration now and in the future! ! I reside in Media and I work part time for an Agency in Exton I was interested in picking up more hours Special needs care available. I work in there Wisconsin school district of kettle moraine with the special-needs boy from 2nd to 11th grade and also had...

Christian R. says "I have Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type III, so I use a wheelchair and I have brittle bones. Judy was my aid in school from 2nd grade to 11th grade....

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Yasmeen B.

Philadelphia, PA

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 33 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
I've been a childcare provider for 14 years because my passion lies in nurturing children's growth and development. I believe in creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and thrive. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I love coming up with fun and engaging activities for children. I am also...

Laura M. says "Yasmeen was a godsend! She began providing overnight care to our twins when they were just 12 days old, and continued with us for 4 months. She was...

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Tara Y.

Babysitter/ Part-Time Nanny

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
Available: 1 week, Aug 26-30 1 Week, Sept 30-Oct 4 Hi! My name is Tara! I'm a 4th year medical student at Rowan School of Osteopathic Medicine looking to babysit when I'm not working in the hospital. I have 10+ years of nannying/in home caregiving experience. I have a reliable car for transportation and a clean driving...

Laura R. says "Excellent with all ages! I have a 9 year old boy, 6 year old girl, 4 year old girl, and 2 year old girl. Tara creates games for them and actively plays...

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Maegan S.

Villanova Student Looking For Part-time And/or Occasional Position

Villanova, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, My name is Maegan, and I am a junior at Villanova University. I am from Long Beach, California, and I have experience working summers at the Newport Beach Tennis Club as a swim and water polo instructor. I have also been a private nanny to a family with 2 children and another family with a special needs (Autistic) teenager....

Jody S. says "I have known Maegan since she was born. She was my sons "helper" two summers ago. My son is autistic and Maegan would drive him, do fun activities, go out...

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Tumi O.

Happy And Engaging

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello there! I'm a dedicated babysitter with 5+ years of experience, including caring for children with special needs. offering both academic/tutoring knowledge and practical skills. As a responsible caregiver, I have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and I'm a Non-smoker, fully vaccinated. Safety and security...

Yvonne I. says "Tumi is punctual, respectful and dependable. My 2 year old son loves her."

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Towana M.

Certified Nursing And Hospice Assistant

Philadelphia, PA

4.6(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
personal care
I believe my qualifications and experience make me the ideal candidate for this job. I have over 20 years of nursing experience in personal care and rehabilitation for hundreds of patients. I am very reliable, responsible, and compassionate, and I specialize in providing comfort care and emotional support for my patients and...

Care Member says "I had a rental property occupied by a woman who grew elderly during her many years of residence. The occupant's daughter hired Towana for senior home...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.50/hr as of June 2025

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Special Needs Caregivers in Swarthmore, PA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Kiera K.

Kiera is an amazing babysitter! My husband and I went on a date, and when we came home, the house was spotless, and the kids were sound...

- Care member

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.

Linda M.

Linda babysits our 3 kids (ages 8, 6, and 3) on a regular basis. She relates wonderfully to all our children (including our 3-year old with...

- Shamita C.

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