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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Willow Grove, PA
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 9 years
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Shovha K.
Willow Grove, PA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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I love children and have spent my life caring for them. I was housemother, accountant, and co-director of New Life Children's Home in Nepal from 1999 to 2016. Several of the orphans had mild special needs. I also care deeply about the elderly and am excellent with them. I have also been a nanny for a 1-year-old boy in the US,...
5.0
"Shova is a loving, kind, and caring person. She would take wonderful, gentle care of anyone."
Reviewed by Jamie R.
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I am very experienced with working with special needs children as I currently work with them in a daycare.
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My experience has covered a wide range of personal and educational care. In my early years, I worked with mentally handicapped adults supervising group home living. I worked as a nanny caring for infants, toddlers and elementary aged children. I taught children with learning disabilities in Quaker Schools and in ai School. I...
Joanmary G.
Willow Grove, PA
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hello families! I am looking for either full time work (40 hours a week) or work on just Wednesday's!! Please reach out to me because it seems to be not working for me when I reach out to people... I have a lot of experience with babysitting/ and some nannying and caregivers for kids with special needs. I love kids, I have...
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Hello, I am a mother of one and have worked with kids my entire life. As a teenager, I ran a swim program with special needs students. As a young adult, I worked with special needs teens. When my daughter was young, I babysat infants at my home and at employer's homes. Currently, I am a one-on-one personal care assistant for a...
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I have worked as a social worker for over 25 years with children in a variety of settings. In the past few years I have worked as a substitute teacher in the school district of Phila as well as with individual children with special needs.
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Hi! My name is Naleena and I have worked as a substitute teacher, special needs aide and nanny with over 10+ years of experience with children of all ages. I have two wonderful children who have excelled academically with full college scholarships but most importantly are kind and productive individuals. I have a Bachelor's...
5.0
"Naleena cared for my son from when he was 6 to 8 months old. She exceeded all expectations, she has been wonderful for many reasons. She brings a lot of positive energy and my son could feel that and liked...
Reviewed by Noemi A.
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Hello I have worked with the elderly who have dementia. I am happy to do meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping, and errands.
5.0
"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, punctual, and patient with my mom who could become very...
Reviewed by Marilyn B.
Nadine I.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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I have over 6 years of experience volunteering with children k-12 with tutoring and as a nanny. I have a bachelor's degree in human development and community engagement with a concentration on psychology. Currently I am getting my Master's degree in counseling psychology. I am also clinically trained to work with individuals...
5.0
"Nadine was great with our boys. We have hired her twice and will continue to do so. She keeps the house in order, got the little guy to bed no problem, and did some baking with my older son. Highly recommend."
Reviewed by Amy S.
Madeline I.
Ambler, PA
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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(Sorry! currently unavailable for weekdays) Hello! I have been a nanny for 8 years, and I have been a babysitter for over 200 families. I taught Sunday school for decades, and I have three children who are now young adults. I have worked in four different nursery schools, as well as 8 years as a social worker. I worked as a...
Kristen B.
Elkins Park, PA
$18-20/hr
5.0
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Hi! My name is Kristen and I am a local college student who is studying Biology.
I have worked with my brother since birth as he has autism, ADHD, speech delays, and poor pragmatic skills. He is 9 now so I've have mass experience.
I am an EMT, first aid/CPR certified, as well as have a driver's license and am comfortable with...
Jaquela S.
Elkins Park, PA
$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello, my name is Jaquela. I've worked with special needs kids for about 3 years in an in home capacity as well as a school environment. I really enjoy working with special needs kids and everything that it has to offer. I'd love to answer any questions that your family may have. Please feel free to message me.
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I've been babysitting kids since I was in 8th grade and have loved working with kids of all ages in jobs at a daycare, after school program, and in my job as an instructor at a school for learners with autism. I'm looking to babysit while I transition between jobs.
In my spare time, I like to be creative with calligraphy...
5.0
"She is a great fit for our family. My son loves having her come watch him. She is patient and great at adapting to the needs of each child. I am glad to have found her on Care.com!"
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Experienced caregiver with a heart. You all need compassion/understanding and support. Going above and beyond with availability and all needs for whole family! Specializes in long term, paralysis, MS, etc Special Needs of all ages, but not limited to. Silent Blessings Check out my reviews! My gift is seeing all the little things...
5.0
"When I first met Lori I knew she would be the perfect fit for caring for my family member with progressing MS. She said to me that she wanted a job where she truly felt needed and one where she could make a...
Reviewed by Kristine I.
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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,...
5.0
"Cathy is a natural leader and is compassionate and attentive to others needs, her leadership motivates others around her while her professional attitude promotes a positive atmosphere."
Reviewed by Padraic A.
5.0
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When I became a nanny in college I never knew it would change my life the way it has. Working with children is not only my career choice but it's my passion. From being an after school turor, to caring for children with special needs, I have succeeded in teaching as well as learning from children in a way I didn't know was...
5.0
"Medina is such a great caregiver. She was always on time and caring and courteous. The kids loved her. She is a very warm person and an amazing caregiver for kids
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Reviewed by Savannah E.
Jackelyn M.
Warminster, PA
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter About 15 Years, Looking For A P/T Job I Have Take Care Of 2 Autistic Boys
5.0
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Well I have taken care of two boys one was 5 and the the other was 7 and I have taken care of babies from a month old and more. The 2 boys have special needs one doesn't hear that well and the other doesn't walk yet and there both autistic there my nephews I help my sister because its a hard job that's why I always tell my...
5.0
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I have 15 years+ experience in education, and for the past five years, have learned to care for my Grandson, who has a Rare Brain Disease. I'm now experienced with setting up G-tube feedings, administering medications through a port, CPAP setup, Physical Therapy exercises for immobility, respiratory treatments including using a...
5.0
"Leslie has worked for my family for this school year as my son's in-school educational aid. Leslie is knowledgeable, professional, and caring. She has built a special relationship with my son where he is...
Reviewed by Rebecca S.
Jada F.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi my name is Jada and I am 19 years old. I would describe myself as patient, loving, and caring when it comes to children. When it comes to entertaining a child while teaching them new things, I'm your person. I love to get creative. I enjoy doing arts and crafts. I've worked with children for 5+ years now. I started...
5.0
"Jada is a very good person well respected my kids love her she helps with homework and I love that she is Bilingual so she help one of my kids with Spanish homework. And was always on time and ready."
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Damara B.
Philadelphia, PA
$17/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi My name is Damara. I have 10 years of experience working with children of different ages and personalities. I see the value in being a good role model and meet each kids special needs. I have worked in kindergarten, elementary school and been a par professional. I love working with children and see them grow and be a part of...
5.0
"Damara was excellent last minute, took good care of my 12-yr old autistic and highly energetic son. Happy hiring her again!"
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Willow Grove, PA
Shovha K.
5.0
Shovha has over 20 years of childcare experience between her own children and the 10 orphans she cared for in the New Life Children's Home where I also worked. Shovha shows great affection for children and has a fun, playful way of interacting with children. She can win over even the most shy or...
- Nadine R.
Naleena D.
5.0
Naleena cared for my son from when he was 6 to 8 months old. She exceeded all expectations, she has been wonderful for many reasons. She brings a lot of positive energy and my son could feel that and liked that. She played with him in an organized fashion and they always clean up after play so...
- Noemi A.
Dora S.
5.0
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, punctual, and patient with my mom who could become very anxious at night.
Dora played my moms fav game, Rumikub with her, had nice chats snd reminded...
- Marilyn B.
Nadine I.
5.0
Nadine was great with our boys. We have hired her twice and will continue to do so. She keeps the house in order, got the little guy to bed no problem, and did some baking with my older son. Highly recommend.
- Amy S.
Megan B.
5.0
She is a great fit for our family. My son loves having her come watch him. She is patient and great at adapting to the needs of each child. I am glad to have found her on Care.com!
- Care member
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