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Special Needs Babysitters Harrisburg, PA (Contact for Free)

Find the right babysitter who has experience with the special needs of your child. We have members who specialize in autism, Down syndrome, dyslexia, food allergies, diabetes, asthma, and much more. See our Pay Rates.

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Kristina Carmona-Tirado

Kristina Carmona-Tirado
Harrisburg, PA

Activity summary

Last seen: 3 days ago Member since: Apr 2026

Sunday school Teacher & Babysitter with 5+ years of experience

Hi, I’m Kristina! I’m a Nursing Foundations student at DCTS and will be First Aid certified soon. I’ve been helping with childcare since I was 9 and babysitting since 13. I love doing crafts, playing games, and teaching kids new things in fun, creative ways. I’m patient, responsible, and passionate about making children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn.

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter $17/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Administering medications
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids
    • Food allergies
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) / Conduct Disorder (CD)
    • Anxiety disorder
    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Harrisburg for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

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Day

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Nite

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I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 4 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Driver's license
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I am a Nursing Foundations student at DCTS, and I will be earning my First Aid certification soon. I have been assisting with childcare since I was 9 years old and began babysitting independently at 13. I currently serve as a Sunday school teacher at my church, where I work with young children every week. I genuinely love working with kids and am committed to creating a safe, patient, and positive environment for every child. I've worked with children who have Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Allergies, OCD, etc

My skills and interests:

  • Reading / storytelling
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Cooking

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Candice Englehart

Candice Englehart
Elizabethtown, PA

Activity summary

Member since: Apr 2025

messaging about baby sitting job

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter $15/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 5 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Pet sitting $15 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $14 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Elizabethtown for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

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Day

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Arvo

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Eve.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 5 years experience working with children
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Asthma training
  • 6 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English

i am 17 and I have been working with children for years whether it was siblings, parents friends children or others. i’m very passionate about kids and i love to interact and play. i do not have a car but i have reliable transportation to and from as needed. Very reliable and trustworthy and willing to help with chores and cooking as needed.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Cooking
  • Writing

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Florinda F Good-Gonzales

Florinda F Good-Gonzales
Hershey, PA

Activity summary

Member since: May 2025

4:45pm-11pm

As a proud graduate of Milton Hershey School, I have been fortunate to receive a well-rounded education that emphasized the importance of the arts, music, and athletics. This foundation has allowed me to explore and develop my passions in various creative and athletic endeavors.

My artistic journey encompasses a love for drawing, painting, and crafting unique handmade items, which I find both therapeutic and fulfilling. These creative outlets not only bring me joy but also enable me to express myself in meaningful ways.

Musically, I am proficient in playing the ukulele and possess a solid understanding of music theory. This combination allows me to appreciate and create music that resonates with others.

Athletically, I was an active member of my school's varsity soccer team, where I learned the values of teamwork, discipline, and perseverance—principles that continue to guide me in all aspects of life.

In my professional life, I work as a teller, where I strive to bring kindness and patience to every interaction. I take pride in creating positive and enriching environments, whether collaborating on a creative project or contributing to a team effort.

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter $15/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

Pet sitting $14 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Administering medications
  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet

Dog walking $12 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet daycare (at my place during the day)
  • Pet boarding (at my place overnight)
  • Pet training
  • Pet grooming

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Hershey for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Day

- - - - - - ✓

Arvo

- - - - - - ✓

Eve.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Nite

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 10 years experience working with children
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • 7 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 26 years old
    • Police check
    • Driver's license
    • Emergency car access
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English

I'm a 25-year-old graduate of the Milton Hershey School, where I developed a strong foundation in the arts, music, and athletics. With a deep passion for creativity, I enjoy engaging in various arts and crafts projects, ranging from drawing and painting to creating unique handmade items.

My musical journey includes proficiency in the ukulele, complemented by a solid understanding of music theory. This combination allows me to explore and appreciate music on a deeper level.

Athletically, I was an active member of my school's varsity soccer team, which instilled in me the values of teamwork, discipline, and perseverance.

Known for my kindness and patience, I take pride in creating positive and enriching environments in all my endeavors. Whether collaborating on a creative project or working as part of a team, I bring enthusiasm and dedication to everything I do.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Writing

Contact Florinda For Free

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Babysitting Pay Rates Harrisburg, PA, United States (Updated 15 Apr 2026)

Harrisburg babysitters are paid an average of $16.27 per hour as of April 2026, which is 8.2% lower than the Pennsylvanian average of $17.72, and 12.2% lower than the United States average of $18.54. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in Harrisburg.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
Harrisburg:
$14.79 $16.27 $17.75
Pennsylvania:
$16.11 $17.72 $19.33
United States:
$16.85 $18.54 $20.22

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Special Needs Care Our Babysitters Can Offer

Find a babysitter who has the right skills that match the special needs of your child. Our babysitters can offer care for the following conditions:

  • Food allergies
  • Diabetes
  • Asthma
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) / Conduct Disorder (CD)
  • Anxiety disorder
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • Down syndrome
  • Intellectual disabilities
  • Deaf / hard of hearing
  • Visual impairments
  • Sleep disorders

Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Special Needs Babysitter

Follow these handy tips for hiring a special needs babysitter so you can feel confident your child will be safe, supported, and happy.

1. Look for relevant experience

Choose babysitters who have worked with children with similar diagnoses, behaviors, or medical needs.

2. Check training and certifications

Ask about CPR, first aid, and any specialized training (e.g., administering medication, ABA therapy, seizure response).

3. Ask detailed questions

Discuss how they would handle meltdowns, medical emergencies, or communication challenges.

4. Request references

Speak to families of children with special needs they’ve cared for before.

5. Arrange a meet-and-greet

Observe how they interact with your child and whether they connect in a patient, caring way.

6. Be clear about routines

Provide written instructions for meals, bedtime, medications, and calming strategies.

7. Communicate about triggers and supports

Share sensory sensitivities, behavioral strategies, and comfort items.

8. Confirm reliability

Ensure they can commit to consistent care and handle unexpected situations calmly.

9. Start with short sessions

Begin with trial sittings so your child and babysitter can build trust gradually.

10. Trust your instincts

Choose someone who shows genuine empathy, patience, and respect for your child’s individuality.

Special Needs Babysitter Interview Questions

Ask the following questions when interviewing special needs babysitter candidates to help you find someone who’s skilled, patient, and the right fit for your child.

Experience & Background

  • What experience do you have caring for children with special needs?
  • Have you worked with children who have [your child’s specific condition, e.g., autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, epilepsy]?
  • How do you adapt your caregiving style to different needs and abilities?
  • Can you share an example of a challenging situation you faced and how you handled it?

Skills & Training

  • Are you certified in CPR and first aid?
  • Have you had training in behavior management, sensory support, or therapies (ABA, speech, occupational)?
  • Are you comfortable assisting with mobility equipment, feeding tubes, or other medical supports?
  • Are you willing to learn specific care techniques unique to my child?

Communication

  • How do you communicate with children who use alternative methods (signs, devices, gestures)?
  • How do you handle situations where a child has difficulty expressing their needs or emotions?
  • How do you communicate updates and concerns with parents?

Safety & Emergency Preparedness

  • How would you handle a medical emergency, seizure, or allergic reaction?
  • Are you comfortable administering medication, if needed?
  • How do you ensure safety during outings, play, or transitions?

Routines & Behavior

  • How do you approach meltdowns, overstimulation, or behavioral challenges?
  • Are you comfortable following strict routines, or do you prefer flexibility?
  • How do you encourage independence while keeping the child safe?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy most about working with children with special needs?
  • What qualities make you a good fit for our family and our child?
  • How do you stay patient and positive in stressful situations?