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Special needs caregivers in Crescent, PA

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Kathryne H.


Crescent, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Help For Families

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I have 14 years of experience working with children and 7 years working as an RN. I have worked with newborns and up for the last 7 years. I have spent most of my career working with children with developmental and physical disabilities. I look forward to working with your family soon!
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Beth B.


Pittsburgh, PA

$25-49/hr10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist

5.0

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Hi! I'm an occupational therapist with 25 years of experience. I worked with both children and adults. i've recently moved back to the Pittsburgh area after spending 20+ years in Knoxville Tennessee. I have three grown children, adore dogs, and like spending time outside. I am restarting a business which emphasizes...
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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: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Caty was great with our 3 grandchildren who came to live with us unexpectedly. She was with us for 2 years. Very dependable, very flexible. She made sure they did homework, did their chores, prepared snacks and meals, scheduled reading time and fun play time....

Kelli K.

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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Rachel S.


Pittsburgh, PA

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for the past 17 years & worked for some wonderful families. I've watched up to 6 children at a time from newborn up to high school age. I also have special needs experience. I used to work for a nanny agency & loved helping families find their perfect fit. Whether it's helping a new mom transition back to...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Rachel has watched two out our children ages 2 and 4 and we absolutely loved her! She was so caring and loving and most importantly so communicative. "

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Dianna M.


Aliquippa, PA

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a reliable, patient, and consistent caregiver. I have a total of 8 years experience. I have experience with bathing, dressing, companion care, medication management, and providing services to adults with special needs. I am also well versed in working with clients with Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease. Senior care...
Dianna can also help with: Personal care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, respite care & more
5.0
"We started working with Dianna to provide care and companionship for my 93-year-old mother. She has been a joy to work with and is always punctual, reliable, and sincere with her care to my mother. She plays games, hold conversations and provides hygiene care when...

Jeanne G.

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Lindsey C.


Coraopolis, PA

$20-23/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking For Weeknight/weekend Babysitting Opportunity

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, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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...

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Dominique C.


Sewickley, PA

$30/hr15 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I'm passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and their families. With over 15 years of experience, I've had the privilege of caring for children of all ages. My calm and imaginative approach encourages learning through play and exploration. I believe in...
Dominique can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Dominique was a fantastic babysitter for our nephew! He absolutely loved her and we’ll be hiring her again in the future :) "

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Barbara R.


Baden, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Weekend/occasional Jobs

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

I work a full time job during the week. I am looking for a weekend job right now in my home or yours; childcare, special needs or senior care. Can work with you on cash rate if many hours needed at one time I am also available at 5 p.m. and on during the week. I have nannied for the last 4 and a half years full time. I love...
Barbara can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Barb helped me a few times babysitting my 2 year old daughter. She is always reliable and on time, she and my daughter became friends very quickly, she connected so well with her and she was great on everything, following my daughter's routine, playing, feeding. I...

Helen U.

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Molly Z.


Pittsburgh, PA

$18/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Tutor And Date Night Sitter

Hello!! My name is Molly and I've been babysitting for around 8 years. I spent the last two years in a middle school working with kiddos with special needs. I would love to chat with you and get started helping you with your tutoring or childcare needs!
Molly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Michele C.


Coraopolis, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Greetings, I have served a couple families through Care. com. My availability is for p/t. Also I prefer local areas between Kennedy twp/ Coraopolis and Sewickley. I have clearances, CPR/First-Aid and medication administration certifications. My resume, clearances, and references are available for your review. My 22 years...
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Madalyn J.


Wexford, PA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Active And Caring Helper

I've worked with a wide variety of individuals of all ages who have different intellectual and developmental disabilities. These people have made a considerable difference in the way I view life and friendships. I hope to meet more people that can have just as big of an effect on my life as I have on theirs.
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Justine H.


Monaca, PA

$18-26/hr3 yrs exp

I loved teaching and working in special education, having taught the last 3 years, so now I'm just looking to help occasionally for those in need for some assistance. I am ideally looking for a job in which my daughter could come as well, as she is great company and can brighten anyone's day!
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Sara J.


Coraopolis, PA

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

I have worked in camps for children with special needs for 8+ years. I have worked as a one-on-one with children with Cerebral Palsy and Autism. I also taught swim lessons for a Special Olympics swim team for two years.. I am passionate about this line of work due to my past experiences in this field.
I love working with kids! I currently work with Fox Chapel School district as a paraprofessional. I work in a special needs classroom. I have also worked at a preschool for over 8 years, and I substitute there occasionally. I am very patient and I also love all animals! I am looking for a Summer job, so if you need someone to...
I'm available to care for your children for date nights and weekends! I have seven years of experience as a caregiver, I have worked with all ages, from infant up to teens, as well as special needs experience (Down's syndrome, cystic fibrosis, autism and other behavioral disorders). I like to do crafty projects and play games...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
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Bobbie D.


Coraopolis, PA

$22-35/hr10 yrs exp

Worked in special needs care home and facilities with Allegheny Valley School and McGuire over 25 years along with 2 children of my own who are now grown.
Bobbie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Emily B.


Ambridge, PA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Hello. I am a registered nurse with 14 years of experience in a variety of nursing settings. I have experience with mental health, dementia, pre and post transplant, skilled nursing and pediatric special needs. I'm looking for one on one care with a loving family. Willing to provide medical services, including oral medication,...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

I'd love to help you out in any way I can! Providing someone companionship is my best talent! I hope I can help you!
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Lisa S.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20-25/hr10 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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Crescent, PA

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.

Rachel S.

5.0

Rachel has been an incredible addition to our family over the last year. We have a 4 year old son and a 1.5 year old daughter. Both kids absolutely love Ms. Rachel and look forward to every day she cares for them. Rachel is dependable, flexible and such a joy to be around. She communicates...

- Care member

Dianna M.

5.0

We started working with Dianna to provide care and companionship for my 93-year-old mother. She has been a joy to work with and is always punctual, reliable, and sincere with her care to my mother. She plays games, hold conversations and provides hygiene care when she is with my mom. I would readily...

- Jeanne G.

Lindsey C.

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 screen time. She is so patient, caring,...

- Care member

Dominique C.

5.0

Dominique was a fantastic babysitter for our nephew! He absolutely loved her and we’ll be hiring her again in the future :)

- Care member

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