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Judith J.

Home Care, Help With Medicines Doctors Appointments Etc. Love Working With The Elderly ( Companion )

Media, PA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Home modification
hospice services
dementia
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
Multiple years experience with the elderly , dementia, special needs children and adults. I worked in the Wisconsin school district with special-needs students for 9 yrs working with special and regular ed students along w with volunteering and working in the health room as needed providing care for sick and injured students.,...

Care Member says "Judy was a wonderful companion to my mom. Her visits really brightened her day."

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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
Meal prep
travel
craft assistance
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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Yasmin D.

Caregiver

Sharon Hill, PA

5.0(0)
from
$14/hr
10 years experience
Enthusiastic and dedicated professional seeking full time employment in Human Services. Knowledge base includes medical coding and billing, clerical, filing, HIPPA regulations. Experienced in health care settings, providing services to a diverse population for the past 20 years. I have worked with Alzheimer, Dementia, Hospice...
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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
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
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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Joy M.

Childcare Provider And Nurture Caregiver.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
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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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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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
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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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Patrick C.

Elementary Special Education Teacher

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi there- My name is Patrick! I am an elementary special education teacher with 6 years of teaching experience and over 10 years of working with children. I've worked with various special needs in children, including severe ADHD, ASD, ODD, bipolar, and cerebral palsy. Outside of the classroom, I am passionate about world travel,...

Diana F. says "I had the honor of working with Patrick as a special education teacher. Patrick is driven, organized, and always made sure to develop inspiring...

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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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Abigail W.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Nurturing children and watching them blossom is truly my passion. My seven years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, has equipped me with the skills to provide a safe and stimulating environment for up to four children. I hold a college degree and have completed Early Child Development...

Rochelle N. says "Abby is absolutely wonderful with our 3 girls- ages 11, 8 and 3 years old. She brings crafts for them to do, gets them outdoors as much as possible, and...

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Sharonda S.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I am a 34-year-old female experienced caregiver seeking employment as a independent contractor or with a company. I have 12+ 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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Katie M.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families 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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Betsy B.

Babysitter/Nanny

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
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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Veronica M.

Part Time Caregiver

Drexel Hill, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have several years experience working with children and adults in a variety settings in the health care field and private home care. In the last eight years I have worked with several families through Care. com, assisting with companion care, homecare tasks, transportation, community outings, medication assistance, bathing,...

Beverly M. says "Where to start, she is responsible, reliable, resourceful, creative, nurturing, patient, mature and an angel. Ronnie worked with my 25 year old son who...

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Andrea D.

Retired Professional With Recent Senior Care Experience:

Haverford, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Live-in home care
personal care
home modification
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
-25+ Years Childcare experience -Set of twins born prematurely with chronic respiratory condition; coordinated complex healthcare needs while maintaining lifestyle of older brother and successful business -Instilled a powerful relationship and appreciation of culture and art in my children -Maintained uniquely close relationship...

Margaret B. says "Andrea helped my 97 year old father with organization. She created a filing system in his very disorganized office which he could understand and use. He...

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Mary F.

Full-Time Caregiver for Infants and Toddlers

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a licensed nurse, looking for a change of pace. My career in nursing has provided me with 25 years of experience, caring for people in an acute care setting, as well as in their homes. Additionally, I have been fortunate to have had the pleasure of working in a facility for children with special needs. The children that...

Mark S. says "We have known Mary for over two years and she has always gone above and beyond our expectations with the level of care she provides for our children. She is...

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Lori R.

Lots Of Experience With An Early Childhood And Special Needs Degree

Paulsboro, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
I will be moving to the east coast in late summer. I'm hoping to find a place where I will grow to be part of your family! I graduated with a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. At the time, I was searching for a job that would provide for a young child and myself. Teaching positions simply did not cover expenses,...

Ashley L. says "Lori is such a pleasant person! Her care included picking the kids up from daycare, dinner and getting ready for bed. On a school night, I was only...

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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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Jayme V.

Loving Nanny Looking For A Welcoming Family.

Clifton Heights, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! I am not your typical nanny. I am actually a Respiratory Therapist at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia who is looking to fill in my time when I am not caring for sick children. I stepped away from nannying to pursue my career in respiratory therapy but I've found that I miss caring for children outside of a...

Jessica B. says "If you're looking for a mature, confident, punctual and experienced caregiver for your little one, Jayme is perfect! She listens closely and is a quick...

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Carol E.

Touch Of Kindness

Brookhaven, PA

3.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
home modification
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Carol. I am a mother of 3 wonderful children. My youngest still lives at home, age 19. My hobbies are my artwork and gardening. I am looking for part time work. I have experience with working with the elderly and special needs. I can provide a healthy safe environment to your special family member. My...

Debbie G. says "I didn't expect Carol to be so passionate about tending to my fathers needs. She keep him comfortable and safe. There were time she just sat there and...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.79/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 3.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Upper Darby, PA

Special Needs Caregivers in Upper Darby, PA are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Judith J.

Judy was a wonderful companion to my mom. Her visits really brightened her day.

- Care member

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.

Aenya U.

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...

- Ashley F.

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