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Sandra B.


Butler, PA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

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Hi my name is Sandra! I have worked with kids for over 10 years now. I am currently a paraprofessional I work with special needs children in a High-school. I love seeing how special needs children function daily and how their brains work. I love that every day is different and for our autism kids our schedules have to stay the...
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Rebecca C.


Butler, PA

$13-18/hr3 yrs exp

I am a Mom to a 9-year-old boy and have been a paraprofessional in the school district for 3 years now. My first 2 years was working one on one with a student and this year in an inclusive classroom for autistic support. I have also taught preschool and head start for 10 years before this. I am current on CPR and first aid.
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Samantha H.


Butler, PA

$17-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Samantha. I have a degree in social work from Slippery Rock University. I have worked in residential group homes and as a behavioral specialist for about 4 years. I am currently working as a case worker and making plans to go to grad school. I have a lot of experience in ID and are excited to help!
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Sandra B.


Butler, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Sandra, I have been working with children for over 10 years now. I started out in a daycare center for 6. 5 years and now I am a nanny and have been for 5 years. I am currently part time with that family now do to them being in school. I am currently a paraprofessional, I work with special needs in a high school. I...
Sandra can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Blair B.


Butler, PA

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Blair Bowen

My name is Blair and I'm a rising junior at the University of Pittsburgh! I study Developmental Psychology with the hopes of going on to receive my doctorate in Occupational Therapy and work with special needs children. I love working with kids and am looking to get some summer work and experience! I'd describe my personality...
Blair can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Agnes O.


Saxonburg, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I have been a caregiver for those with special needs for several years. It has been a educational experience both for me and to those I take care of. It has helped me to bring the best in them, respect them and accept them for who they are. I have taken care of those with different needs and it has been a successful experience....
5.0
"Agnes saw my need on care.com and even though she herself can not care for my son she has gone above and beyond to find me someone who can help me. She is an angel. And if I could I would hire her in a heartbeat."

Carole B.

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Cara C.


Mars, PA

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Adventurous Caregiver

Hired by 19 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, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Cara was great with our kids and settled in right away."

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Gianna P.


Cranberry Township, PA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Gianna and I am 23 years old and a recent graduate of Ohio University Hearing Speech and Language Sciences, and will be attending graduate school at Marshall University for Speech Pathology. My mother is a special educator, so I have always grown up working with kids! I have experience working with newborns all...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Gianna was excellent. She clearly knew what she was doing, and expertly handled our two kids. It was a first time for us leaving kids with a non-family member. She was very understanding of that. Gianna is an excellent communicator and provided updates...

Illya Y.

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Hannah O.


Evans City, PA

$8-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am 22-years-old. I go to Slippery Rock University. I come from a very large family. Having about 15 younger cousins has given me plenty of practice. I have been taking care of/babysitting my niece from when she was about 6 months until now (5-years-old). I babysit 3 of my cousins occasionally (twins-11 years old and a...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Hannah is a very caring person. She is very responsible and reliable, she really enjoys taking care of kids."

Craig D.

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Agnes O.


Saxonburg, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Available For Companionship, Personal Care, Special Needs And House Cleaning

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with elderly people in their homes especially those who are unable to do for themselves such as feeding, bathing, getting them dressed, combing their hair, brushing their teeth, helping them with toileting, supporting them when walking, reminding them time for medication, changing the position of sleeping,...
Agnes can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, home modification, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Committed to the job. Always is there when shift starts. Cleans, shops, bathe, dress… does what is necessary to get the job done. If for any reason she can’t cover her shift she will have already found someone to cover for her. !!! "

Ty T.

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Journey W.


New Brighton, PA

$18-25/hr6 yrs exp

Mini Mary Poppins!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Journey. I am 20 years old and a Sophomore at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. I play Division 2 volleyball there and I am majoring in psychology. I am very experienced with children and working in childcare. I am CPR certified for adults and children, and have been lifeguard-certified in shallow waters,...
Journey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Prompt and was excellent at staying communication with me while I was out. I will be reaching out to her in the future for sure. If i could hire her as a full time nanny or to be our kids home school teach I would. Dont let her age fool you... She is Great and well...

Jillian H.

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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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Mara J.


Hilliards, PA

$5-10/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Available!

I have been caring for children for 11 years. I have watched kids from newborn to 13. I have watched kids with special needs, and diabetes. I do have references upon request. I also have been cleaning homes of the kids I nannied in addition to others. I have cleaned everything from a 1 bedroom apartment to a 5 bedroom house. I...
Mara can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hello! My name is Gianna and I am 20 years old and a junior at Ohio University. I am a Communication Sciences and Disorders Major. I have been working with children and adults with special needs my whole life, as my mother is a special educator. I have worked as a caregiver through an agency, a camp counselor for individuals...
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Jade S.


Slippery Rock, PA

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

My name is Jade and I am a 2nd year teacher looking for a part-time job in childcare. I pride myself in being patient and nurturing towards children. I am also very energetic and love to do outside activities! I currently am a support teacher throughout Beaver County. I have been working with children (nannying, babysitting,...
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Mollie S.


Sarver, PA

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Summer (May-August) Babysitter/Nanny/Special Needs

I am currently a junior in college majoring in early childhood education and special education. I have taken many child development classes, and have had a lot of first hand experience with school age children in the field. In addition, I have been a summer nanny for the last two summers. One summer I was a nanny for four...
Mollie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Mary C.


Gibsonia, PA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

I am currently studying special education at the University of PA but I am home for the summer. I have many years of experience working with children and about two years of working with children with special needs. Typically, I would be working at the Watson Institute over the summer but I have been unable to due to school...
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Kari G.


New Castle, PA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. I love to interact and care for children. I have two children myself, a 8-year-old and a 5-year-old. I understand the demands a job can have on a family and I want to give you peace of mind that your child will be in good hands while you are away. I have a bachelors degree in design and I love using that degree for arts...
Kari can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Madalyn G.


Slippery Rock, PA

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

Patient And Positive Sitter Available Immediately!

Hello! I'm a patient, understanding, and positive college student who has a strong passion for working with people with special needs. I'm currently going to school for Social Work and it's my goal to work with those specifically with Down Syndrome/ intellectual disabilities. I do have experience, as I have been working as a DSP...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm currently a sophomore in college, majoring in Criminal Justice. I have extensive experience (8 years) in childcare, especially with children who have total care needs and special needs. Right now, I work at a daycare where I enjoy spending time in both the infant/toddler room and the preschool room. In addition to...
Kyleigh can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Butler, PA

Agnes O.

5.0

Agnes saw my need on care.com and even though she herself can not care for my son she has gone above and beyond to find me someone who can help me. She is an angel. And if I could I would hire her in a heartbeat.

- Carole B.

Cara C.

3.0

It's hard to give an excellent rating as I haven't met Cara or saw her vehicle.

- Care member

Gianna P.

5.0

Gianna was excellent. She clearly knew what she was doing, and expertly handled our two kids. It was a first time for us leaving kids with a non-family member. She was very understanding of that. Gianna is an excellent communicator and provided updates proactively, asked questions when needed,...

- Illya Y.

Hannah O.

5.0

Would highly recommend Hannah! She is so kind, living and mature. Both of my girls adore her and look forward to every afternoon they see her. I'm working remotely for a few weeks and Hannah has transitioned quickly and effortlessly. Couldn't be happier with our choice to hire Hannah. She's a gem!

- Michelle C.

Agnes O.

5.0

Committed to the job. Always is there when shift starts. Cleans, shops, bathe, dress… does what is necessary to get the job done. If for any reason she can’t cover her shift she will have already found someone to cover for her. !!!

- Ty T.

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