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Find special needs nannies in Pittsburgh, PA that you’ll love
27 special needs nannies are listed in Pittsburgh, PA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs nannies is 7 years
Special needs nannies in Pittsburgh, PA
Lisa S.
Pittsburgh, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child Care Nanny, Also Available For Special Needs And Adult
I am an active empty nester, looking for rewarding work. I am great with children as well as being very organized and a great cook. I am willing to transport and run family errands. I was a medical professional for almost 20yrs. I am creative, energetic and compassionate. I am able to multitask and make decisions quickly and...
Lisa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
4.8
(19)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Holly and I am a mom of two children: ages 15 and 17. I have over 12 years of professional childcare experience. I am a very nurturing, energetic, creative and reliable childcare provider.
Prior to having my children, I worked for 10 years in higher education. I have a B. A. in English Studies and a minor in...
Holly can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Holly has been a fantastic sitter to our son for about year now, since he was about 7 months. We previously had him at a daycare that was poorly run by a bully of a woman, so we knew bad caregivers and were sensitive to finding someone who could be an ally. Holly...
Kira C.
I am college educated in Early Education and Child Development, coupled with children with special needs. I love working with kids and helping out their families. I have 2 dogs and I love pets. I've been working with children in some form since 2005. I have reliable transportation to and from work. Kids make me smile. I love...
4.3
(3)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Kali! I recently graduated with a social work degree and am looking for a new nanny family! I have eight years of experience working with children, as well as experience with special needs and trauma-informed care. I also have my clearances and own transportation.
Please let me know if you want to connect via...
Kali can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kali is a fantastic babysitter. She understands the needs and is very flexible. I definitely will work with her again."
Sthela H.
I have been in child care since I was about 13 years old. I started with babysitting family friends and went on to nanny after school while I was in high school. I am comfortable with all ages, but I am best with younger children, as I have spent most of my time caring for them. I am able to take children to activities or run...
Jane can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am Megan, a student at the University of Pittsburgh's College of Business Administration and David C. Frederick Honors College. I am pursuing a Bachelor in Business Administration with majors in Marketing and Finance, as well as an Honors Degree.
I have babysit since I was a freshman in high school, up until this past...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
1.0
(1)
With over five years of professional childcare experience, I have had the privilege of working with families and children of all ages, from newborns to preteens. I also have experience caring for children with diabetes and special needs, ensuring they receive the support and attention they require.
Beyond providing a safe and...
Hunter can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a PA State Certified Special Education Teacher. I am certified to teach preschool through 12th grade. I have worked directly with children with intellectual disabilities as well as those who require emotional/behavioral support. I am patient and kind, and am skilled in teaching children to reach their potential.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Currently filling a full time position. Best of luck!
Hi! I'm a Yankee/Southerner, with family in Connecticut, Missouri, & Texas. I have 20 years of overall experience with children. I have a passion for arts and crafts and used to teach ceramics to children 2-14-year-olds for 3 years. As a teenager I babysat children of...
Catherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We hired Catherine (Caty) Zocco about three and a half years ago to take care of our children, now 16 and 13. Caty's main responsibilities during the school year included picking them up from school and driving them to after-school activities. Caty managed their...
Jayashree S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! My name is Caroline, and I would LOVE to work for you! I am an incredibly patient and nurturing person, and I can handle just about anything that I encounter. I have over 7 years of paid experience, ranging from newborns to teens. Big families, special needs, etc.
I'd describe my personality as compassionate,...
Carly can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"1000/10 Employee! Would recommend her to anyone that is looking for a qualified and kindhearted sitter. She is wonderful and with all the craziness involved in hiring a nanny, she is your light at the end of the tunnel. Responsible, consistent, and the best...
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Emilia P.
Pittsburgh, PA
$26-34/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced, Educated, Fun And Crafty Part Time Nanny Looking For A Second Part Time Position.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of experience working as a full time nanny. I have worked with new born infants, toddlers, school age kids, and teenagers.
In college and grad school I was a lifeguard, taught swim lessons to kids 3 to 8yrs, and held the American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification. I have held certifications in...
Emilia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Over and above what I would expect for a caregiver. Known her for 25 years and has always been very mature and helpful. Our 4 year old daughter loves her."
Matt R.
Emilie T.
Pittsburgh, PA
$20-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Elementary Educator And Mother Looking For Part-time Nanny Position In Pittsburgh
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a mom to an amazing 4th grader, and I have worked as an elementary environmental educator for 7 years at Carnegie Museums. (I have all childcare clearances and CPR training) I am a college-educated, education-focused, and health-conscious mom and caregiver. I am also a sibling to seven and an aunt to 15 kids, so...
Emilie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emilie cared for our oldest (2 yrs old then) during the summer and after that, for a year she often babysat both daughters. We moved out of the area and that is the only reason why we can't hire her anymore. Emilie is very responsible, reliable, sweet and caring...
Monika S.
Haley Y.
Oakmont, PA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Summer Nanny/Babysitter Available, As Well As Occasional Babysitter
Hello! I am 21 years old and currently studying to be a Special Education teacher at Clarion University. I have loved working with children since I was little and ever since then I knew I wanted to be in a profession where I could work with them. I have been babysitting multiple families with up to 4 children for almost 6 years...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a caring, compassionate, and nurturing nanny who has 15+ years experience caring for infants through preschoolers. I have credentials as a teacher's aide through Pittsburgh, PA school districts assisting special needs students with their daily school routine and am 9 credits away from an Associate's degree as an...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Pamela S.
Allison Park, PA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Nanny with Experience Caring for Children with Special Needs Seeks FT Position in Pittsburgh and Northern Suburbs
I have a BS degree in Education of Exceptional Children.
I have experience caring for a child with cerebral palsy and severe developmental delays. After meeting with his physical therapist, I assisted with home stretching exercises. I also made use of communication boards. I also have experience dealing with severe food...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a chemistry degree and currently work at Kraft Heinz as a Quality Technician but am looking for a secondary job opportunity. I have been babysitting since I was 13 and love working with children. I have taken child development classes, have my child abuse clearance from volunteering that I currently do with children, have...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lindsey C.
Coraopolis, PA
$20-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Looking For Weeknight/weekend Babysitting Opportunity
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Lindsey. I am currently a full time nanny M-F to a 2 and a half year old little girl, and have been with her since she was 4 months old. She is my absolute best friend! We spend our days walking to the park to play on the swings and climb the jungle gyms, as well as daily outings to museums, play groups,...
Lindsey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lindsey has been our daughter’s nanny for 15+ months. She started when our daughter was 4 months old, and my daughter absolutely adores her (as do we)! Lindsey does a phenomenal job engaging my toddler with books, songs, crafts, games, and outdoor play- never...
Care member
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Shannon and I recently relocated back to the Pittsburgh-area, where I was born and raised! I am a Penn State graduate and the oldest of seven kids -- with my youngest brother now in middle school. My family also acted as foster family since I was 11-years-old. Over the years we've had many foster siblings living...
Shannon can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I have 18 plus years of coaching and teaching. I have raise three children with my husband. I have worked with all ages and special needs children. I am looking for something closer to home. I currently work in the Upper St. Clair school district. I...
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello I'm a nanny who also has experience with children who are differently abled. I have experience with children with asthma/ODD/ADD/Bipolar/GI Tubes/Downs Syndrome and Autism. I am very patient and recently took a course on Positive Discipline Strategies. I am experienced with texture sensitivity and have helped families with...
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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Pittsburgh, PA
Holly B.
5.0
Holly has been caring for our 16 month old for months and we are so lucky to have found her! She is kind, caring, and it is clear that our son is very well taken care of when he is at her home.
- Care member
Kali M.
3.0
Not very reliable and did not follow car instructions
- Care member
Catherine Z.
5.0
Caty is a professional nanny. Reliable, trustworthy, on time, honest and flexible. She would do light housework, prepare meals, pick up the kids and take them to their activities and send us lots of videos of their activities, prepare dinner, read, help with homework, and get them ready for bed....
- Roshni F.
Carly B.
5.0
Caroline is wonderful. She helped us when we were in a pinch and took great care of our 15-month-old for a few days during the week. She was very responsive and flexible with our needs. Additionally, she made sure to check in with us throughout the day if she had questions. We hope to have her...
- Care member
Emilia P.
5.0
Emilia is a longtime friend of the family and has worked part-time as a nanny for our daughter E since E was an infant. She is now four. First the basics: Emilia is dependable, punctual, and flexible. She keeps her commitments, is always ready for E when we drop her off, and adds extra hours or...
- Beth R.
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Ratings for Pittsburgh, PA special needs nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.1 / 5
Special Needs Nannies in Pittsburgh, PA are rated 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 35 reviews of the 27 listed special needs nannies.