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Special needs caregivers in East Pittsburgh, PA

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Misty L.


East Pittsburgh, PA

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Passionate,With Many Years Of Experience Seeking Part-Time Employment.

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've had the pleasure of working with several of children and families throughout the Allengheny County. I also worked for home care part-time with intellectual disabilities and Autism spectrum disorder.
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Chynna W.


East McKeesport, PA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Chynna. I am writing to express my interest in a special needs position. It is with great enthusiasm that I write this letter hoping to gain additional experience as a caregiver. I have past experience working with special needs children; as a camp counselor, a teacher's assistant, and as well as in my own home. As a...
5.0
"Chynna came to clean my house, she was very respectful and did a good job with housekeeping. She was detailed and thorough!"

Mehvish S.

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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!"

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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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Sarah C.


Murrysville, PA

$15-17/hr4 yrs exp

Your Future Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a very caring and passionate person who can adapt to any situation that's thrown my way. I was an intern in a preschool classroom back in 2019, and one of the children even said they wanted to be like me when they grew up! Currently in addition to watching children during the week, I am also a catechist to a class of 17...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sarah has an immediate connection to kids. She communicates with them on a level they understand and appreciate. In addition to being responsible and punctual, she gives them her full attention and genuinely enjoys the time she spends with them."

Christine Z.

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Katerina H.


Clairton, PA

$20-27/hr10 yrs exp

Date Night Or Daytime Babysitter Available - Over 10 Years Of Experience

Hi! My name is Katerina but everyone calls me Kat. I am a previous full time nanny & pediatric dental assistant, looking for occasional opportunities. I'm currently a real estate agent so I have some flexibility with my schedule and can do daytime, evening, and weekend hours. I have experience with babies, toddlers, adolescents,...
Katerina can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She has watched my son from age 6. Very good with children and has always done well connecting with him. Very flexible and has always been reliable."

Eric W.

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Ariane C.


West Mifflin, PA

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend Sitter Available!

Hi! My name is Ari! I have 12 years of experience! I am CPR and First Aid certified ! I also have 4 years of teaching experience along with special need experience as well! I love working with kids and have experience with all ages between 6 months-15 years old! I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping! I look...
Ariane can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Christina S.


Clairton, PA

$14-19/hr

Professional Child, Senior, And Special Needs

My resume includes childcare or all ages, twins, special needs adults, seniors and Alzheimer's and dementia care. Over my career history I have worked as an activity director, in home care provider, nanny, and CNA.
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Taylor H.


Irwin, PA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

I am a very energetic and loving person, ive been in the medical field for 5 years now, im very cautious and safe, ive worked with special need clients before, and I used to volunteer for murdox which is a facility where clients are left with hardly any family and you go there and spend the day with them and play games and eat...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with many people groups including small children. I was employed at two different day cares and cared for special needs children also.
Tena can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Maureen S.


Verona, PA

$17-36/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Compassionate, Competent

Greetings ! Thanks for looking at my profile . Things to know about me -Worked for over 30 years with children including kids/adults with special needs -BA in psych, studied education 2 1/2 yrs. -currently do bereavement full time M-F -well versed in geriatrics and case management - pet sitting history of 15+ years ,...
Maureen can also help with: Grocery shopping
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Jamya F.


McKeesport, PA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

College Student Babysitter

With an impressive four years of childcare experience, I am a dedicated and reliable professional passionate about providing comprehensive supervision for your children. I am proficient in creating educational and engaging activities that are fun and promote literacy, social-emotional learning, STEM, art, mentoring, and...
Jamya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hi my name is Justice I love working with kids I am currently employed at a nursing home right now and I am in nursing school now.
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Lois C.


Irwin, PA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiving

Currently a school bus driver for a local district. I also previously drive special needs children. I have all of my childcare clearances that are available upon request. I have experience in babysitting as well as caring for elderly. I have raised two boys of my own who are now grown and successful. I feel comfortable with...
Lois can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Ashley S.


McKeesport, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

Hi my name is Ashley and I have been working in the healthcare field for the last 10 years. I have experience from skilled nursing to home healthcare working with individuals with different types of dementia and intellectual disabilities from mild to severe. Some of my responsibilities have been such things as meal prep,...
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Isabella C.


Irwin, PA

$10-25/hr

Special Education

I am soon to be teacher. I am hoping to get a Special Education job in Pennsylvania. I am certified Pre-12 Special Education. I have been in an life skills setting classroom, where I worked with middle school students. I have been in an alternative school classroom, where I worked with more severe disabilities (Autism and Down...
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Tracey S.


McKeesport, PA

$15-27/hr10 yrs exp

Cna Certified In Childcare Hospice And Home Care 30 Yrs Experience

Hi I'm a mom of 2 boys one is 28 and one Is 16 my name is tracey selembo I am a certified hospice cna and have experience with autism Adhd and developmental delay I have 30yrs experience in healthcare homecare and hospice and child development care with autism disorders I love taking care of others and showing my heart to those...
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Lisa S.


Monroeville, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Nanny With Medical Needs Experience

Hello I'm a nanny who also has experience with children who are differently abled. I have experience with children with asthma/ODD/ADD/Bipolar/GI Tubes/Downs Syndrome and Autism. I am very patient and recently took a course on Positive Discipline Strategies. I am experienced with texture sensitivity and have helped families with...
Hey there I'm Justin! I am currently pursuing my masters degree in clinical mental health counseling and I have my bachelor's degree in psychology. In the past I have worked an internship doing behavior support services in an elementary school and implementing applied behavior analysis treatment plans. Because of this...
I've worked with intellectual disabilities for the 7 years. I'm currently a program manager for a nonprofit organization. I love working with individuals with IDD and helping them live life to there fullest potential in home and in the community.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in East Pittsburgh, PA

Chynna W.

5.0

Chynna came to clean my house, she was very respectful and did a good job with housekeeping. She was detailed and thorough!

- Mehvish S.

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

Sarah C.

5.0

Sarah brought activities and planned outings to keep my kids occupied this summer. I definitely recommend her.

- Joann K.

Katerina H.

5.0

She has watched my son from age 6. Very good with children and has always done well connecting with him. Very flexible and has always been reliable.

- Eric W.

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