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Special needs caregivers in Donora, PA

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Julia S.


California, PA

$16/hr6 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Julia, I am a 25-year-old Psychology Student finishing a Bachelors to Master program at Pennwest California, concentrated in childhood and teen development. I have 6+ years of experience with babysitting children of all ages as well as proficent experience with disabled and special needs children and teens....
For the past three years I have worked with individuals with IDD. I am responsible for meal prep, passing medicine, showers, lifting, toileting, outings!
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Denise B.


Ellsworth, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As I was young I've babysat for family. Now as I'm an adult I worked for special needs children and adults for 30+ years. I'm very compassionate about what I do and who I take care of. I have a lot of experience and have children of my own and grandchildren as well. I have a grandson that is autistic and epilepsy child as well ....
Denise can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Ashley M.


Belle Vernon, PA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

I have experience specifically with elementary age children and elderly as well. I am a positive and patient person who loves to help others. I'm very enthusiastic and enjoy seeing that what I am doing makes a difference in the life of another.

Sarah L.


Monongahela, PA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hi, my name is Sarah and I am a 27 years old full time nanny who does occasional babysitting. I have been working in childcare (teaching PreK 5. 5 yrs and nannying 2. 5) for 8 years. I am passionate about creating a fun and aafe space for children to learn, grow, and explore. I have an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Olivia P.


Pittsburgh, PA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Olivia

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a new graduate Registered Nurse. Through working in healthcare I am up to date on all CPR and first aid training. I also have a health science and education degree which aids in being better help with any educational needs for your children. I have been babysitting for 15 years. Throughout the years, I have gained...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Olivia was very engaging with us as parents and interactive with our daughter. No complaints and certainly appreciate her willingness to interview and provide a copy of her driver's license. Thanks, Olivia!"

Aaron B.

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Kelly S.


Jeannette, PA

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello I have been a HHA for almost 10 years now. I have a passion and a love for what I do. I've been helping seniors since I was little including my own grandparents. I have experience with Dementia Alzheimer's diabetes, MS, ALS stroke, Parkinson's, special needs, disabled, blind, . I have worked with a lot of hospice patients/...
Kelly can also help with: Home modification, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Kelly helped to take care of my 94-year-old father with CHF and COPD during the last five weeks of his life. She was wonderfully caring, responsible, knowledgeable, and skilled. She was the first to step up when another caregiver needed to call out. She worked...

Lois B.

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Shannon C.


Pittsburgh, PA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Specialize In Working With Children With Autism And Special Needs

4.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a licensed behavior specialist that works daily with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. I have years of experience as a teacher as well as a behavior specialist that enjoys working directly with children. I have extensive experience babysitting/nannying typical children as well as children with special...
Shannon can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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.

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Leah R.


Pittsburgh, PA

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Healthcare Worker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

*newborn care specialist* 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 care for your little ones from the very...
Leah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

Early Education

5.0
"Leah's focus was on my grandson , which is what I hired her to do . She was patient with him ( he's having some emotional problems) but she was so very kind & understanding . She took him for walks when the weather permitted & even into the wooded areas when it...

Marcella K.

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Shania B.


Monroeville, PA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caretaker Flexible Scheduling

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Shania! I am 28 and have a BS is psychology. Prior to this, I was a behavior specialist for adults with disabilities in a residential program, then worked on Allegheny county's Dual Diagnosis Treatment team for individuals with ID and acute mental health care needs. I found my way to this field through a summer...
5.0
"We hired Shania through the care app to babysit our 3 boys (one on the autism spectrum). Our boys love her! She sticks to the routine and always arrives on time. We appreciate how much she plays with our children and meets their needs. I highly recommend Shania!"

Care member

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Amanda M.


Ruffs Dale, PA

$18-20/hr4 yrs exp

I am a lifelong resident of Pennsylvania, currently living in Ruffsdale. I am the mother of three. My experience includes caring for individuals with special needs and intellectual disabilities. I have cared for the elderly, persons with dementia, strokes, and more. In addition, I can provide minimal housekeeping, meal prep,...
5.0
"Amanda is a very dependable care giver ! On time , thorough and certainly one you can trust with any of your care giver needs !"

Kay S.

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Julia T.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-40/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am currently studying to earn my Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and work as a therapist. I have many years of experience with people with special needs. I have also babysat for children with special needs. I am hoping to find an incredible person that I can continue to work with. I am very...
5.0
"Interviewed Julia and found her very smart, compassionate and professional. Looking forward to having her help us when we need her to "

Amy D.

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Madalyn S.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a graduate of Saint Vincent College (Latrobe, PA) with a Masters degree in Education, as well as an undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Education and a minor in Special Education. I am currently employed as a teacher in a local school district. I have been a summer nanny for 5 years, and have 10+ years of babysitting...
Madalyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Carly B.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced & Nurturing Nanny Ready To Start Asap!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi families! My name is Caroline, and I would LOVE to work for you! I am an incredibly patient and nurturing person, and I can handle just about anything that I encounter. I have over 7 years of paid experience, ranging from newborns to teens. Big families, special needs, etc. I'd describe my personality as compassionate,...
Carly can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"1000/10 Employee! Would recommend her to anyone that is looking for a qualified and kindhearted sitter. She is wonderful and with all the craziness involved in hiring a nanny, she is your light at the end of the tunnel. Responsible, consistent, and the best...

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Marina D.


Homestead, PA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with special needs children all my life and prefer to work with children who are diagnosed as being autistic or on the autism spectrum. I worked at St. Peter's Child Development Center and the DePaul Institute for the hearing impaired. Most recently I was employed as a research assistant in the Neurophysiology...
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Amanda N.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Hello! I'm extremely passionate about special needs, my 4 year daughter was diagnosed with Autism in 2015, so I have a little knowledge of speech therapy, occupational therapy, and learning to deal with sensory issues. I used to work for a company as an independent contractor. I went to homes and served as a companion for young...
4.0
"Amanda is the mother of a special needs child. She is very patient and very capable of caring and working with special needs."

Kay L.

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Madalyn S.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I minored in Special Education, and have experience working with kids with many different types of disabilities (physical and cognitive) in both a classroom setting as well as a child care provider setting. My family has members who are autistic, which inspired me to go into the field.
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Katharine M.


Venetia, PA

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Caregiver For All Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello families! My name is Katharine, I'm 22 years old, and I've been babysitting for over 5 years and it's my favorite thing ever! I'm taking a year off from school, so I am looking for a babysitting job for evenings and weekends. In school, my major is art education (hoping to work in an elementary school) so I have done lots...
5.0
"She was very punctual and reliable. She was great with my special needs child. I highly recommend Katie!"

Tom H.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Donora, PA

Olivia P.

5.0

Olivia was very engaging with us as parents and interactive with our daughter. No complaints and certainly appreciate her willingness to interview and provide a copy of her driver's license. Thanks, Olivia!

- Aaron B.

Kelly S.

5.0

Kelly was wonderful! She did 7 night shifts with my mother. Very kind and calming with my mother. Highly skilled. She even curled my mother's hair which was a big hit. I would hire her again. (I also called 2 references before I hired Kelly, and they loved her also).

- Roberta 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.

Leah R.

5.0

Leah's focus was on my grandson , which is what I hired her to do . She was patient with him ( he's having some emotional problems) but she was so very kind & understanding . She took him for walks when the weather permitted & even into the wooded areas when it wasn't muddy -he absolutely loved it &...

- Marcella K.

Shania B.

5.0

We hired Shania through the care app to babysit our 3 boys (one on the autism spectrum). Our boys love her! She sticks to the routine and always arrives on time. We appreciate how much she plays with our children and meets their needs. I highly recommend Shania!

- Care member

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