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Lindsey C.
Coraopolis, PA
$20-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Looking For Weeknight/weekend Babysitting Opportunity
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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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Kelly S.
Jeannette, PA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello I have been a HHA for almost 12 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: Hospice services, errands, companionship, home modification, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
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.
Madalyn S.
Greensburg, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Rachel Irene, and I am a Junior in college at Stetson University. I started nannying about 6 years ago, and I have experience with all age ranges of children!
I have special experience in working with a wide variety of special needs kids including experience with Autism, Visual impairments, feeding tube...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel was an amazing sitter. She arrived early to discuss our son’s regiments and needs. She also knew exactly what to do when he woke up coughing in the middle of the night due to his CF. We highly recommend Rachel, and look forward to her watching our son again....
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families 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 10+ years, and have 15+ years of babysitting...
Madalyn can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Pamela M.
Bethel Park, PA
$22/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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & 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.
Amanda C.
New Kensington, PA
$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Lots Of Experience! Absolutely Love Children! Available Afternoons On Weekdays And All Weekends!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting since I was 15. In high school, I did community service, helping children with special needs in the classroom. I love playing games and keeping kids entertained! I'd love to read to them and take them to the park or zoo. I am currently employed full time, but would like a little bit of extra income. I'm...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
5.0
"Amanda is great! My son loves to have her stay with him. She has also helped out with my dog. She is extremely personable, reliable and trustworthy. I would recommend Amanda for any of your needs.
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Ann W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Ellisyn. One of my minors in college was Adapted Physical Activity. Through my minor, I have worked with many people with different ability levels. I do not like to refer to individuals with varying abilities with the term "disability", because it is not about what they are limited to do, but rather what he or...
5.0
(1)
Hey, hi, hello! I am an experienced caretaker who loves working with children of all backgrounds. I specialize in working with children who have trauma, mental illness, and other special needs. I am enthusiastic about engaging the children I work with in fun and creative activities while I am caretaking. Additionally, I have all...
Mickayla can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mickayla is an exceptional babysitter who took care of my 12-year-old autistic daughter, Paige, with the utmost respect and compassion. She was patient, kind, and understanding, and always made sure that Paige was comfortable and happy. Mickayla’s gentle nature and...
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I'm able to cook, clean, and help with schoolwork. I also know how to work with special needs children.
Gabby can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Megan C.
New Kensington, PA
$17/hr • 6 yrs exp
I love working with children and in the past decade have worked several years as a nanny and a daycare worker. I have a big heart for seeing each child as an individual and helping to meet their needs. I also have experience working with several special needs families. I enjoy bringing warmth and love to the whole family and to...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Susan and I have an Associate degree in early childhood education. I taught Preschool for 15 years and worked at the Westmoreland Intermediate unit for 3 years with special needs students. I have been a nanny for the past 9 years and am currently looking for another family to work for. Thank you for reading my...
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a Special Education Teacher in a local school district. I love working with children with special needs and creating a safe, uplifting and encouraging environment to cultivate children s growth. I love watching children with special needs grow and develop on a daily basis. Background clearances are done as...
Abigayle M.
Springdale, PA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have a bachelor's degree in Special Education and a master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. I've had a passion for individuals with special needs since a young age, and find so much enjoyment in helping others! I may be young, but I believe this to be an advantage due to my energetic and bubbly personality. :) My...
Laura L.
Greensburg, PA
$16-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a nanny with over two years of experience working with children, including those with special needs. As a trained psychologist, I understand child development and apply strategies that promote learning, independence, and emotional well-being.
I am certified in first aid, ensuring the safety of the children in my care. I...
Laura can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a caring, patient, outgoing individual who enjoys spending my days helping people. 10 years ago I realized I could make a living doing what I enjoy most. I was a stay at home mom for 9 years and during that time I worked many seasonal, temporary and retail positions. When it came time to re-enter the work force came across...
Mary C.
Gibsonia, PA
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am currently studying special education at the University of PA but I am home for the summer. I have many years of experience working with children and about two years of working with children with special needs. Typically, I would be working at the Watson Institute over the summer but I have been unable to due to school...
I m a mother to a 25 yr. old high-functioning Autistic daughter. While she attended school, I worked within the school district in the Special Needs classrooms. I have also worked in the Business Office of the Special Education Dept., at the school. My daughter is now out of school and we have recently moved into the area so if...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in East Pittsburgh, PA
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,...
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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.
Rachel F.
5.0
Rachel is absolutely amazing! My kids love her and told me she is by far their favorite sitter. She is prompt, friendly, and great with my kids. I definitely feel comfortable leaving my children in her care. Highly recommend!
- Rebecca L.
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.
Amanda C.
5.0
Amanda is great! My son loves to have her stay with him. She has also helped out with my dog. She is extremely personable, reliable and trustworthy. I would recommend Amanda for any of your needs.
- Ann W.
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