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377 special needs caregivers are listed in Philadelphia, PA
The average rate is $17/hr as of January 2023
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Philadelphia, PA
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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.
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5.0
She was early pleasant worked great with my autistic son 14 years old had him in bed ready to go by the time I got home from evening out .She is fantastic out highly recommend her.
Reviewed by Jerome P.
5.0
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Hello, I am an experienced special needs care giver. I've been working with children & adults for over 7 yrs. I have a dependable vehicle and I am CPR & first aid certified. I have experience with upper...
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I grew up taking care of my younger brother who is non verbal autistic and has epilepsy. I also have been caring for my grandparents who have breathing conditions. I would love to offer support to anyone who...
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Andrea L. | Philadelphia, PA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp • 54 yrs old
Back-up Caregiver - Fully Vaccinated. Loving. Special Needs Care Specialist Available
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*Please check out all 34 reviews from Childcare, Senior and Special Needs sections. My name is Andrea, I am a 52-year-old mother of 3 beautiful, successful daughters. I was a stay at home mom for 17 years, then...
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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...
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Hi there- My name is Patrick! I am an elementary special education teacher with nearly a decade of teaching experience and plenty more background working with children. I've worked with various special needs in...
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Hello! My name is Brittany and I am a certified teacher in early childhood education and special education. I reside in Philadelphia, and am currently open to support your family with childcare, tutoring, pet...
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Yuan T. | Philadelphia, PA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp • 40 yrs old
Special Education Teacher Available To Provide Care
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I am an energetic, patient, reliable, and fun certified Special Education teacher with over 16 years of experience of working with students with a wide range of disabilities.
In my teaching career I have...
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5.0
I have had the pleasure of working with Yuan for the last four years. I've seen first hand how much she loves working with children of all abilities. She works hard to get to know each and every student...
Reviewed by Michelle R.
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Stephen M. | Philadelphia, PA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp • 71 yrs old
Part Or Full-Time Caregiver Available
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I've had the opportunity to work part-time with a gentleman with a form of progressive MS for the past 10 years. My goal is to enhance his quality of life by assisting him with everyday activities and promoting...
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Savanna B. | Philadelphia, PA
$14-20/hr • 2 yrs exp • 22 yrs old
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Hello! I'm Savanna. I've been a waitress at Friendlys for 3 years now. I just moved back to the city! I have three years of experience with a child who suffered Aspergers. I have two years of experience with...
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Theresa B. | Philadelphia, PA
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp • 28 yrs old
PT/FT Caregiver For Infants & Toddlers
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I have a absolute passion for caring for people, which is what originally brought me to this site. However, I also have 7 years of experience working with infants and toddlers. My 3 year experiences at a...
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Matthew R. | Philadelphia, PA
$25-25/hr • 9 yrs exp • 43 yrs old
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I have experience working with the elderly in home since living in Santa Cruz, California. I moved to Philadelphia and have enjoyed very much my experience working for some great families. My references will...
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Crystal P. | Philadelphia, PA
$15-19/hr • 4 yrs exp • 25 yrs old
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My name is Crystal and I am 22 years old. I graduated from community with my associates and now I am going to finish my bachelors at Cedar crest to become a nurse. I volunteered at Pegasus riding academy for...
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I currently live in south Philadelphia working as Behavior specialist who work with individuals with ASD and intellectual disabilities. I just finished my masters degree and have 6 years of experience working...
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Rakeyla is a very pleasant, qualified person. She is a good driver and handles my special needs son well. My son is severely autistic and nonverbal, so he is not an easy kid to take care of. He often elopes or...
Reviewed by Maura W.
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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...
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My name is Olivia and I am a recent college graduate with a BFA in Dance! I will be moving back to Philadelphia in the beginning of October and I am looking for a job now! Throughout my high school and college...
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Pamela T. | Philadelphia, PA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp • 59 yrs old
Certify Nurses Assistant, Home Health Aid, & Direct Support Professional
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Having over 20 years of experience in the nursing community has been rewarding to me. I gain my experiences in long term care facilities, hospitals, medical clinics and home health care which enabled me to...
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Katie M. | Philadelphia, PA
$20-50/hr • 9 yrs exp • 27 yrs old
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Registered Occupational Therapist, looking for work as I complete the related licensing process.
I have experience caring for individuals from 3 months to 80+ years old, including children/adolescents with...
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5.0
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 communication device. Katie handled the physical...
Reviewed by Chris H.
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Alexandra J. | Philadelphia, PA
$30-30/hr • 6 yrs exp • 36 yrs old
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I have professional experience in the field of Applied Behavioral Analysis in addition to being the mother of a child with special needs.
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Francisco C. | Philadelphia, PA
$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp • 29 yrs old
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I'm looking for a job that can allow me to utilize my skills to help provide the best care possible to your family member.
I started caring for seniors when I graduated from LPN school 8 years ago and for the...
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Recent Review:
5.0
Francisco was punctual, responsive, and up for anything. I would definitely hire him.
Reviewed by Ellen M.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Philadelphia, PA
Dora S.
5.0
She was early pleasant worked great with my autistic son 14 years old had him in bed ready to go by the time I got home from evening out .She is fantastic out highly recommend her.
- Jerome P.
Yuan T.
5.0
I have had the pleasure of working with Yuan for the last four years. I've seen first hand how much she loves working with children of all abilities. She works hard to get to know each and every student personally and create lessons that are not only tailored to their needs but also their interests...
- Michelle R.
Rakeyla L.
5.0
Rakeyla is a very pleasant, qualified person. She is a good driver and handles my special needs son well. My son is severely autistic and nonverbal, so he is not an easy kid to take care of. He often elopes or has screaming fits, but Keyla handles him extremely well. She is very patient and my son...
- Maura W.
Katie M.
5.0
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 communication device. Katie handled the physical requirements of the role extremely well, which included feeding, toileting, dressing, etc. Just as...
- Chris H.
Francisco C.
5.0
Francisco was punctual, responsive, and up for anything. I would definitely hire him.
- Ellen M.
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