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Special needs caregivers in Cuddy, PA

Heather G.


Cuddy, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Part-Time Or As Needed Day-Time Position

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 G.


Cuddy, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Part-Time Or As Needed Day-Time Position

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:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Maria W.


Cuddy, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Ages 0-7,

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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Leah R.


Pittsburgh, PA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Healthcare Worker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

*newborn care specialist* available for newborn prep consultation services As a dedicated mom who practices gentle parenting, I understand the importance of nurturing and creating a loving environment for children to thrive. I am also a trained newborn care specialist, which has equipped me with the skills to provide expert...
Leah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Early Education

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Leah was excellent with our little one. She was always super happy to see the baby, sang songs, and would talk to our little one which helped our baby grow. Leah would read to her, and was great with implementing my feedback. We only stopped using Leah's services...

Care member

Kelly R.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-24/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

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.

Mariah K.


Midway, PA

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Spring Summer Caregiver - College Student

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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

Monica B.


Canonsburg, PA

$17-28/hr4 yrs exp

Child Care

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: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Monica is one of the best Baby sitters I've ever had the chance to know. She is so knowledgeable regarding child care and needs. I would recommend Monica to anyone looking for a baby sitter anytime!"

Nicole A.

Jade S.


Venetia, PA

$10-50/hr2 yrs exp

About Me

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:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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.

Hello, my name is Theresa. I have an Associates degree in Nursing. I have over 10 years experience in private duty/ home care. I have additional certifications in medically complex/special needs children and adults with dementia/alzheimers~ I am CPR/AED certified and have all clearances. References available upon request. Please...
Theresa can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, respite care
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Susan I've been doing babysitting and elderly Care for most of my adult life. I guess professionally probably for about 12 years. I worked with a lot of different type of special needs. Enjoy caring for people kids elderly. I've been a natural caregiver my whole life I guess it's just part of who I am. Reliable...
Susan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Diane S.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Educator

I am a teacher with 23 years of experience. I am certified in early childhood education, elementary education, middle school English, middle school social studies, and Library. I have an 18-year-old daughter and a special needs brother
Diane can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Diane U.


Bethel Park, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Holistic Care Specializing In Pre-op & Post Op

I'm having fun living with my mom in Bethel after selling my wellness spa. I have helped her from daily cleansing stretching, exercise, eating healthier, green smoothie daily, sauna light therapy, filtered air & water, to name a few. I love helping people w/ their needs, health goals, & desires. Especially people pre-op &...

Maggie L.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Weekend Babysitter Available

Hi, my name is Maggie! I am a student at Penn State majoring in early childhood education. I have roughly 4 years of experience babysitting a special needs child. When I watch her I would usually get her off the bus from school, take her to her occupational/ speech therapy, as well as just hang out at the home and play. I found...
Maggie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Rebecca Y.


Carnegie, PA

$20-30/hr10 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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Sheri P.


South Park, PA

$10-30/hr10 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, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Pamela M.


Bethel Park, PA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Mom of 18 Yr Old Twins and Experience With ID Children Ready To Help You With Your Families Needs

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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have worked with people who have a variety of special needs, including syndrome, autism and I have also worked with people who are elderly and have dementia or Alzheimer's disease. I understand the importance of providing a safe and comfortable environment for my patients, and I am committed to doing everything possible to...

Theresa B.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Loving Nanny

Hi, my name is Theresa! I'm a fun loving experienced child care provider. Im a mom of 3 myself! My background includes a degree in general education with coursework in child psychology, infant and toddler development, preschool development, health and safety of children and children with special needs. Im a career nanny with...
Theresa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

Early Education

First Aid

Denise C.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have done home health care for 25 years and I have worked with special needs adults for the past five years with the state, I have also accompanied families on vacation to help with their loved one's.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cuddy, PA

Leah R.

5.0

Leah was excellent with our little one. She was always super happy to see the baby, sang songs, and would talk to our little one which helped our baby grow. Leah would read to her, and was great with implementing my feedback. We only stopped using Leah's services regularly because daycare started....

- Care member

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.

Mariah K.

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.

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.

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.

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