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Find special needs caregivers in Canonsburg, PA that you’ll love
60 special needs caregivers are listed in Canonsburg, PA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Canonsburg, PA
5.0
(2)
Hello my name is Monica!
I currently work as a Toddler Teacher during the week. I use to be a nanny and wad with that fanily for a little over 2 years. Before that I worked in an infant class as a teacher in Colorado. The kids in my care were 6 weeks to 18 months. I have experience with kids with special needs, as I use to...
Monica can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I have known Monica for 12 years, she has watched my children for 6 of those 12. We have since moved out of state and she remains part of our family. She is compassionate, caring, and has amazing communication. She is still involved in all of my children's lives...
Autumn S.
Hello! My name is Amber T I am a 26 years old substitute teacher! My degree is in elementary education with special education
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Abigail R.
Canonsburg, PA
$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing individual with six years of experience providing childcare for children of various ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development, coupled with my positive babysitting experiences, inspired me to become a caregiver.
I am patient, calm, creative, imaginative, and friendly. I believe in open and...
Abigail can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I attended University of Pennsylvania, where I earned a Bachelors of Education in Special Education (Pre K-Grade 8) and Pre-K-Grade 4 education. I spent two years working as a special education teacher for grades 7 and 8 followed by three years working as a special education teacher in Kindergarten through third grade...
3.0
"We hired Kelly last summer and kept her on our caregiver backup list for almost a year. She was very intelligent,soft spoken and brought a lot of experience to the caregiver position. Lovely individual.
The challenge that we encountered was her lack of...
Molly H.
Pamela M.
Bethel Park, PA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mom of 18 Yr Old Twins and Experience With ID Children Ready To Help You With Your Families Needs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi,, I have over 20 years experience watching little ones. I myself have 26year-old twins, so I have experience with preemies and colic babies. I am comfortable with children of all ages. I also enjoyed when I worked with special needs children. I absolutely love to read and sing to the children. I know how hard it is to leave...
Pamela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hi!! My name is Jade (:
I have a special place in my heart for kids and I love being a positive role model for them! I was previously a sitter at Children's hospital, so I have experience with kids from ages 0-teens and experience with many different levels of need/care. I enjoy engaging with kids and playing + being...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Jade goes above and beyond, she is excellent with children and especially pets! She followed my list perfectly on how to take care of my dog and reptiles."
Brittney G.
Margaux D.
Pittsburgh, PA
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I'm Margaux. I'm a certified teacher with lots of experience caring for kids age 6 mos. to 18 years. I am CPR and First Aid certified, and for the past four years I've taught Theater and English in public and charter schools. Before I go back into teaching full time, I'd love to continue working with children! I am...
Margaux can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Margaux and I have been friends for a couple of years. She is great with my four-month-old son. I wish she still lived near me so she could be his nanny!
Margaux is one of the easiest people to talk to that I've met, and she is a responsible and kind person. I...
Genevieve S.
Kimberly B.
Finleyville, PA
$38/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi , My name is kim , I've been a nanny for over 20 yrs . Love children , Dependable , responsible , caring , I have experience with all ages . Newborn through teens , also special needs and multiples . Willing to help with light housekeeping , meal prep , pet car . Etc . Love outdoors . I have my own transportation . Looking...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kimmy was our nanny for several years to our 3 kids. She is so loving, fun, and a joy to be around. Kimmy really enjoys being around kids and she is truly passionate about caring for them. I would recommend her to anyone!"
Kristy D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a pediatric nurse with 8 years of experience turned stay-at-home mom to my 2 under 2 in 2020. I have my Masters Degree in Nursing and am CPR certified. I'm currently looking for occasional work to bring in a bit of income without disrupting my kids' schedules. I've watched children in the past regularly, ranging in age from...
Mariah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mariah is currently watching our two boys who just adore her! She is always smiling and friendly, I always come home to a clean happy house. We will be very sad when she goes back to school next month."
Mandy R.
Hi! I have worked with kids my entire life as I am the youngest from a big family and would often help my siblings with there children! I have experience with special needs children and think I would be an excellent babysitter
Chayana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Amanda C.
Pittsburgh, PA
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Amanda and I have had years of babysitting experience! I also have a background in working in daycare centers. I have experience working with special needs children and children with specific medical needs. I am a fun and energetic person who likes to be outside and make the most of every situation!
I'd describe...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Single mother to a 5-year-old who had 10+ years of experience with special needs children/adults, infants, toddler, school-aged children. Looking for a day time position, while my son is in school that is part-time or as needed. Would prefer to watch the child in my home, that is pet friendly and child-proof within South...
Heather can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I was employed for 17 years at a facility that cared for all special needs. I was trained in CPR and first aid but do not posess current certificate. I am familiar with mental and physical limitations.
My name is Maria (35) I am currently working as a center director, but would like to continue my favorite job, which is to become a babysitter! I have tons of experience working with children (0-10 years)including special needs and was an ABA for children with autism. I am very creative and love to bring my teaching skills along...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I have a huge passion for the care of kids. All throughout high school and college I volunteered with elementary and special needs children. I went to college to be a veterinary assistant and have been working in the veterinary field for about 5 years. Whether it be your child or your pet, I'm happy and ready to wrangle!
Lindsay can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Jamisha J.
Bethel Park, PA
$20-24/hr • 5 yrs exp
Fun Babysitter Just Trying To Help Mom And Dads With Their Children!
I have been babysitting for about five years. I have experience with newborns to age 12 and special needs children. I have my own transportation so I can help with errands or taking the children where they need to be. I am have a bachelors degree, clearances, CPR certification, and am also EMT certified.
Jamisha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Rebecca Y.
Carnegie, PA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Honest, Caring, Trustworthy Sitter With Prior Experience
Hello,
My name is Becky. I'm a 2011 Slippery Rock Graduate with 780 hours of mental health experience as well as special needs experience. I taught Pre-k for 7 years at an early learning center and taught English via an online platform to children in China! My current role for the past almost 4 years, is a School Education...
Rebecca can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi my name is Kim . , I have many years experience in home health care , I've taken care of bedridden due to stroke , wheelchair , walker , stair lift , exercise s to help muscles , bathing , feeding , medication , over night for dementia patients . I'm very kind and love to help people .
My son has muscular Dystrophy He is...
Sheri P.
South Park, PA
$10-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Summer Babysitter/Nanny Available Part Time
I am a full-time certified teacher who has several years experience as a child caregiver of families with multiple children, as well as special needs children. My responsibilities included general child care, light housework, preparing meals, driving the children to and from school and activities, tutoring, and general pet care....
Sheri can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Early Education
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Canonsburg, PA
Monica B.
5.0
I have known Monica for 12 years, she has watched my children for 6 of those 12. We have since moved out of state and she remains part of our family. She is compassionate, caring, and has amazing communication. She is still involved in all of my children's lives and has watched them grow up with me....
- Autumn S.
Kelly R.
3.0
We hired Kelly last summer and kept her on our caregiver backup list for almost a year. She was very intelligent,soft spoken and brought a lot of experience to the caregiver position. Lovely individual.
The challenge that we encountered was her lack of availability and the time it took to return...
- Molly H.
Jade S.
5.0
Jade goes above and beyond, she is excellent with children and especially pets! She followed my list perfectly on how to take care of my dog and reptiles.
- Brittney G.
Margaux D.
5.0
Margaux and I have been friends for a couple of years. She is great with my four-month-old son. I wish she still lived near me so she could be his nanny!
Margaux is one of the easiest people to talk to that I've met, and she is a responsible and kind person. I always enjoyed hearing about her...
- Genevieve S.
Kimberly B.
5.0
Kim is a wonderful, and compassionate person who is great with babies, little kids, and special needs children. We had the pleasure of working with Kim for over a year and literally cried when we had to part ways. I trust Kim and her judgement, and recommend her highly.
- Morgan C.
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