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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Wayne, PA
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Wayne, PA
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I like to encourage children with special needs so they don't get discouraged. I seek to treat them compassionately and without condescension. I can help them through art and other creative play.
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Special Needs Nurse in early retirement available for ongoing support. Available for 4-8 or 12 hour shifts. Unavailable for night shift.
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I have cared for autistic child for the past 4 years. I have a lot of patience and drove him to school and picked him up from the bus stop. I like to talk and make sure they are comfortable with everything. I am also firm and can overcome behavioral issues when need be.
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I have worked with youth, adolescents, and adults with special needs for much of my adult life. I build bonds through trust, understanding and care.
I graduated with a bachelor's in psychology in 2000, and worked in the field for over 2 decades, primarily working with youth. I have worked with adult populations as well.
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I recently completed my clinical at Devon Manor which is an adult rehabilitation facility. This gave me a chance to work with many residences with a variety of special needs from mental to physical disabilities. Some of my duties included assisting residence with their daily activities such as feeding, helping to use assertive...
Charlotte R.
Wayne, PA
$16-21/hr
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Hi there,
My experience with special needs is mostly with people with cp however I am interested in helping anyone with special needs. I have experience lifting, bathing, feeding, and providing engaging entertainment.
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Hello! I am a passionate educator and mentor. I have 6 years of experience in a school district. I am knowledgeable regarding special needs and my work reflects that. I have exceptional references from a well-known school district, along with directing diverse groups of children in different settings.
Lisa J.
Wayne, PA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Special Needs Babysitter. I am a retired pediatric Occupational Therapist with many years of experience. I have heard families struggling to find a babysitter for their unique situation and would be interested in helping a local family. I love children and adults. I enjoy playing lots of games and doing arts and crafts...
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I really believe that if both parents work and relatives can't help out, kids need a reliable, caring substitute to fill in. My name is Antonia and I am currently enrolled in a full time nursing program.. Over the last few years, I have worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant worked with special needs kids with pediatric...
Abby S.
Wayne, PA
$10-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hello! I attend Eastern University as a student and field hockey player. I am currently studying social work. I am from Charlottesville, Virginia. I have been working with kids ever since I can remember! I started working for a non-profit called Reclaimed Hope in 2019 that serves families with foster, adoptive, and special needs...
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Experience with Special Needs children .
Loving and caring. Available for flex hour situation, driving, cooking and some cleaning expected.
Charlotte G.
Wayne, PA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Learning-oriented Caregiver With A Love For All Things Fun!
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Hello, I am Charlotte! I am thrilled with the opportunity to provide you and your family with the caregiving services you need.
My background: I earned my B. S. Ed. in Early Childhood Education PreK-4 and my certification in Special Education PreK-8th in 2020 from Temple University, where I graduated Magna Cum Laude from the...
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I am a registered occupational therapist looking for some hours outside of my work day. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I have 6 years of sitter experience with infants, toddlers, and youth as well as special needs care. I have grown up in a big family and have always been surrounded by children. I love making connections with...
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Registered Nurse w/ geriatric and pediatric special needs experience available for ongoing care and support.
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I have 6+ years of care experience, working with older adults with various physical and mental conditions. From memory differences, to mobility support, and diverse care needs related to medical conditions. I have been certified in CPR, First Aid, ABA, medication management and administration, and have references...
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"Spenser worked to support us by being with our children over a two month period. He is courteous, kind and a good listener to them. We are glad they had Spenser to be with."
Reviewed by Jay P.
Maegan S.
Villanova, PA
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Villanova Student Looking For Part-time And/or Occasional Position
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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....
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"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 to eat, basically entertain him while I was at work....
Reviewed by Jody S.
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Hi! My name is Kara and I am looking for a full-time nanny position for this summer as I get out of school May 10th and return August 29th. I have a sister with Down Syndrome, so I definitely have experience with taking care of individuals with special needs. Also, my second cousin has 5 kids, one 8 years old, another 6 years...
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"Kara is our neighbor and has taken care of our kids (almost 5 year-old girl and 3 year-old boy) for some time. It is really important to us that someone isn't just watching our kids, but that we have someone...
Reviewed by Lisa S.
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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...
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"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 the 'responsibilities' of the job, in order to develop...
Reviewed by Karen R.
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Hello families, my name is Angela D.! I have been a full time nanny for 3 and a half years now and have 3 nieces so I have spent a lot of time around babies and young children since I was 14! I am a 23-year-old girl who likes to do yoga/Pilates, spend time outside, and read. Over the past 3 years as a full time nanny I have...
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"Angela is punctual, responsible, trustworthy, intuitive and loving. She was our 8 month old daughters first ever nanny and took on that challenge with ease and grace. I couldn't have been more pleased. Thank...
Reviewed by Jessie B.
Hannah T.
Philadelphia, PA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm a very patient, compassionate, and energetic person. I enjoy being active and doing various activities, especially outside. I worked in mental health with adolescents for three years out of college which required a significant amount of patience, understanding, and consistency with my expectations. I'm am very good...
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"Hannah was very responsive and great with the kids."
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wayne, PA
Spense D.
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Spenser worked to support us by being with our children over a two month period. He is courteous, kind and a good listener to them. We are glad they had Spenser to be with.
- Jay P.
Maegan S.
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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 to eat, basically entertain him while I was at work. I love her and you would be LUCKY to have her care for your children.
- Jody S.
Kara C.
5.0
She is a kind-hearted person and my baby sensed that the minute he met her. I can honestly say she is a gem. She takes care of him like I would.
- Winsome C.
Katherine R.
5.0
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 the 'responsibilities' of the job, in order to develop and maintain a real relationship with her. She is the best!
- Karen R.
Angela D.
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Angela is punctual, responsible, trustworthy, intuitive and loving. She was our 8 month old daughters first ever nanny and took on that challenge with ease and grace. I couldn't have been more pleased. Thank you for being you! We will miss you!
- Jessie B.
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