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Find special needs caregivers in Allison Park, PA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Allison Park, PA

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Allison Park, PA

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Rachel F.


Allison Park, PA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Energetic College Student Looking To Babysit!

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rachel Irene, and I am a Junior in college at Stetson University. I started nannying about 6 years ago, and I have experience with all age ranges of children! I have special experience in working with a wide variety of special needs kids including experience with Autism, Visual impairments, feeding tube...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Rachel was an amazing sitter. She arrived early to discuss our son’s regiments and needs. She also knew exactly what to do when he woke up coughing in the middle of the night due to his CF. We highly recommend Rachel, and look forward to her watching our son again....

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Pamela S.


Allison Park, PA

$10-15/hr6 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...
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Haley T.


Allison Park, PA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

As Needed Child Care

I have taken care of children my whole life. I started baby sitting when I was 12. I then worked at a gym daycare. I have experience watching 4 kids on my own. I am an active pharmacist in retail pharmacy, I have a CPR certification. I work most days but am looking for someone who needs help watching their children and giving my...
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Amanda R.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

I am a dependable, trustworthy, caring, loving, and energetic individual to care for your child, children, young adults and the elderly. I have present and past experience for those with special needs including those with mental health and behavior issues. I worked in a psychiatric hospital for children (ages 5 -17) with...
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Carlie D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi y'all! My name is Carlie, I'm a sophomore in college studying biology. I have a goal of becoming a pediatric dentist some day, I love working with kiddos! I've been babysitting for about 7 years now. I have lots of nephews and nieces that I care for frequently. Additionally, I have volunteered at a summer camp for special...
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Rena L.


Pittsburgh, PA

$22/hr3 yrs exp

About Me!

Hi! My name is Rena, and I am a graduate student looking to babysit during graduate school as I pursue my degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I have background taking care of children in babysitting contexts, but also in teaching English, working with children with special needs, as a behavior technician, taking care of seniors...
Rena can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kristi D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$31-32/hr10 yrs exp

Let Me Help You With A Smile

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Kristi, I am looking to help make differences in the world, your family and better the quality of life for every individual that has abilities and personal struggles. I have 9+ years of experiences in the work field, an undergraduate focused in Early Childhood atypical and typical. My Masters Degree is in...
5.0
"Kristi helped our out of town special needs son attend a family wedding. She was terrific at engaging and supporting him right away having never met him before. Would highly recommend her."

Steve M.

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Kay D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$51/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I'm 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 been working with children in some form since 2005. I have reliable transportation to and from work. I can start as soon as you want. I'm Covid-19 vaccinated.
Kay can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kay was punctual and flexible. She did great with my little one and came up with fun activities to do. She communicates well and verifies allergens etc. I would definitely recommend and re-hire anytime."

Thom S.

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Cara C.


Mars, PA

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Adventurous Caregiver

Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood

I am a recently retired teacher with over 30 years of educating elementary aged children including special needs and ESL. I'm used to managing groups of 25 children for 8 different lessons throughout the day so multitasking and management are my specialties. My passion is to share my love for nature, adventure, and compassion...
Cara can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Cara took care of my 3 girls during the day while I was out of town for a week last summer. She was an excellent caregiver and took them to do fun stuff each day. She was reliable and communicative. My girls would have preferred to hang with her for the whole...

Nicole L.

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Elizabeth N.


Pittsburgh, PA

$5-10/hr1 yrs exp

Child Care/ Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I absolutely adore working with people of any age with disabilities. I have my degree in elementary and special education, and have been a learning support teacher in 3rd, 4th, and 11th grade. I was also a summer camp counselor for adults with disabilities. Currently, I babysit for a family that has three children with special...
5.0
"Elizabeth is great with our daughter who has special needs. We are looking forward to having her help us this summer. She so kind and engaging including helping with her virtual schoolwork."

Renee C.

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Gretchen M.


Verona, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny Looking For An Awesome Family.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello parent(s), I am a reliable and compassionate nanny who has been caring for children of all ages. Proven ability to provide a safe and nurturing environment, while also engaging children in educational fun and creative play. Have a very strong protective instinct. I love my children as though they are my own. Skills:...
Gretchen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
5.0
"Gretchen T is a treasure. She cared for our daughter when I returned to work after my maternity leave in January 2021. She was our nanny for one year. Gretchen is highly experienced as a caregiver. She is a grandmother of six and has been responsible for...

Catalina P.

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Brooke K.


Tarentum, PA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Child Caregiver

Hi, I'm Brooke! I am a stay at home mother with 2 children home with me during the day. My availability will depend on if you are comfortable with me caring for your children in my home. I have experience caring for individuals with special needs and had my CNA for several years. I have had training in First Aid and CPR, I also...
Brooke can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Brooke is great with kids. Very patient, living and caring! Highly recommend"

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Andrea W.


Pittsburgh, PA

$19-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! I am a Nursing student looking to find part time work while I attend school. I adore kids and would love to help families out when I can! I am experienced/certified in CPR, Medication, special needs, infants, and first aide. My availability changes every so often because of the type of nursing program I am in. If you...
Andrea can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Catherine Z.


Pittsburgh, PA

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Part/Full-Time Nanny (During School And Summer)

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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...

Roshni F.

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Ellisyn M.


Gibsonia, PA

$30-45/hr8 yrs exp

An Adapted Physical Activity Graduate And Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Ellisyn. One of my minors in college was Adapted Physical Activity. Through my minor, I have worked with many people with different ability levels. I do not like to refer to individuals with varying abilities with the term "disability", because it is not about what they are limited to do, but rather what he or...
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Holly B.


Pittsburgh, PA

$16-27/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Nurturing, Educational Nanny

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Holly and I am a mom of two children: ages 15 and 16. 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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
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.

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Alexis L.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Senior & People With Special Needs Caretaker/ Tutor!

Hi! I am a professional actress who just moved back home to Pittsburgh from NYC and looking for flexible work as I continue to perform! I'm a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant in PA and have multiple years of senior care/ special needs experience. Also, growing up with a big brother with physical and mental disabilities and...
Alexis can also help with: Personal care, respite care
Skills:

CNA

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Mia M.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny And Caregiver

I have had seven years of experience in childcare, with children ranging from newborns to adolescents. I have had experience dealing with special needs children as well. I am CPR/First aid, and water safety certified by the American Red Cross. I love children and truly enjoy spending time with them. Being responsible and safe...
Mia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Jennier K.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter - Cat Aficionado - Special Needs Experience

Most of my experience comes from babysitting three children of varying ages. One child carried a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder and the other two were from Russian. I am comfortable and confident in working with children with special needs of all ages. I am also a seasoned professional in counseling; utilizing care and...
Jennier can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Allison Park, PA

Rachel F.

5.0

Rachel is absolutely amazing! My kids love her and told me she is by far their favorite sitter. She is prompt, friendly, and great with my kids. I definitely feel comfortable leaving my children in her care. Highly recommend!

- Rebecca L.

Kristi D.

5.0

Kristi was amazing!! She was so thoughtful and thorough and asked us tons of questions before she arrived to make sure she was super prepared to help out with our special needs son. Her experience and knowledge definitely helped put us at ease as we were 100% confident that our little guy was in...

- Charles R.

Kay D.

5.0

Kay was punctual and flexible. She did great with my little one and came up with fun activities to do. She communicates well and verifies allergens etc. I would definitely recommend and re-hire anytime.

- Thom S.

Cara C.

5.0

Cara took care of my 3 girls during the day while I was out of town for a week last summer. She was an excellent caregiver and took them to do fun stuff each day. She was reliable and communicative. My girls would have preferred to hang with her for the whole summer.

- Nicole L.

Elizabeth N.

5.0

Elizabeth is great with our daughter who has special needs. We are looking forward to having her help us this summer. She so kind and engaging including helping with her virtual schoolwork.

- Renee C.

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