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Special needs caregivers in Ford City, PA

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Stephanie A.


Ford City, PA

$10-50/hr

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My brother is a special needs child and my entire life, I've dedicated a lot of my time to take care of him. He means the world to me and someone with special needs can honestly change your entire outlook on life.
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Stephanie A.


Ford City, PA

$10-15/hr • 17 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting since the age of 13. I have worked in a day care setting before with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. I have also babysat/nannied for several different families over the years with children ages 6 weeks up to 13 years of age. I have some experience working with special needs as well.
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Rachel E.


Ford City, PA

$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have experience in the home health 12 yrs . I had worked with special needs and elderly. Will to help with all housework and do errands if needed. Had several trainings Hoyer, lifts and transfer trainings infectious disease care medication preparation , hospice care Prefer overnight shifts. I have training in hoyers , lifts...
Rachel can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Wound Care

7+ years hospital experience as an ultrasound tech, with the vast majority of my patients being elderly. I have worked with special needs patients, dementia and alzheimer's patients as well. I have always gotten along so well with my patients, I've had some bring me their own canned goods and one women brought me a book she...
Brittany can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

Hello! My name is Stephanie. I am 39 years old. I enjoy music, animals and my family. I love telling jokes and listening to people's stories. I am gentle natured but I adapt well with varying types of personalities. I have 18 years of experience working in healthcare. My first experience was working in a hospital setting as a...
Stephanie can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Kelly S.


Freeport, PA

$15-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Childcare/caregiver/tutor

I am a tutor on this sight but would also like to be considered for care jobs. I have been a teacher for 24 years. My youngest just left for college so I have some free time evenings and weekends. Have all my clearances.
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Twila S.


Vandergrift, PA

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

We All Need Help Sometimes Right?

Hello I have done cna work for 10 years. I love helping those in need. I have seen many different special needs cases in the day care and nursing home I have worked at. I even have three kids two of them are special needs. I enjoy helping and making a difference in other peoples life's.
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Kathy C.


New Kensington, PA

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mature, Nurturing Childcare + Play And Encouragement

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have provided childcare in my home and in childcare centers. I worked as a special education paraprofessional for 12 years at a local school district. I have experience with all ages of children from newborn through high school and am comfortable caring for children with special needs. I enjoy caring for children and know the...
Kathy can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kathy is wonderful! She's warm and friendly and my son loves her. If she wasn't already hired by another family I would've hired her long term, for sure!"

Christina M.

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Amanda C.


New Kensington, PA

$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Lots Of Experience! Absolutely Love Children! Available Afternoons On Weekdays And All Weekends!

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, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling & 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. "

Ann W.

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Kayla T.


Indiana, PA

$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Development and Family Relations. Currently, I am pursuing an online master's degree in elementary education. I have a lot experience working with children across various age groups, including school-age children, preschoolers, and...
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kayla is fantastic! She was wonderful with our special needs daughter, always on time, and easy to work with. Our little one was always sad to see her go, which is what you want to see. I'd definitely hire her again!"

Kyle T.

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Agnes O.


Saxonburg, PA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have been a caregiver for those with special needs for several years. It has been a educational experience both for me and to those I take care of. It has helped me to bring the best in them, respect them and accept them for who they are. I have taken care of those with different needs and it has been a successful experience....
5.0
"Agnes saw my need on care.com and even though she herself can not care for my son she has gone above and beyond to find me someone who can help me. She is an angel. And if I could I would hire her in a heartbeat."

Carole B.

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Sarah C.


Murrysville, PA

$15-17/hr • 4 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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sarah is a relative of ours and has watched my son many times. She made him meals, transported him to activities, entertained him and kept him safe and happy. We would definitely recommend her!"

Donna F.

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Kristen M.


Indiana, PA

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care

I have primarily been a stay at home mother to my two children, for 14 years. Over that time I did work a few nanny and caregiver positions. I have experience watching children of all ages. I've had experience with premature infants and special needs children. I'm patient and practice positive reinforcement. I love to cook and...
Kristen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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
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Mollie S.


Sarver, PA

$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Summer (May-August) Babysitter/Nanny/Special Needs

I am currently a junior in college majoring in early childhood education and special education. I have taken many child development classes, and have had a lot of first hand experience with school age children in the field. In addition, I have been a summer nanny for the last two summers. One summer I was a nanny for four...
Mollie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Mollie S.


Sarver, PA

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny/Babysitter

I am currently a special education major at SRU. I have taken coursework devoted to working with special needs students. I also have a special needs brother so am very sensitive to not only the needs of the special needs child but also of their sibling(s). I also was President of my high school's child development class and...
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Sarah M.


Indiana, PA

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Adult Helper And Friend

Hello! My name is Sarah and I have a certificate through Westmoreland County Community College for CNA (not state certified by choice) and also certified in First Aid and CPR. I also can handle special needs adults.
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, personal care, dementia
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Christine B.


New Kensington, PA

$15-30/hr

Part-time Caregiver/Nanny

I have watched my grandchildren from birth to preschool age. My grandson is now 12 years old and my granddaughter is 10 years old. I have driven a school bus/van for special needs children to early school age. I babysat two children ages 3-years to 6 months in their home their mother was a teacher until they had a third child...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Gabby G.


New Kensington, PA

$13-15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hey, It's Gabby!

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, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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Alexis J.


Adrian, PA

$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp

Babysitting!

Only have 3 years of paid experience under my belt as it was my job during early high school! Grew up with 5 siblings and now have two boys of my own! Often have my niece and nephews over along with other toddlers around my kids ages! Comfortable and have experience with special needs children and those with long term health...
Alexis can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ford City, PA

Kathy C.

5.0

Kathy is wonderful! She's warm and friendly and my son loves her. If she wasn't already hired by another family I would've hired her long term, for sure!

- Christina M.

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.

Kayla T.

5.0

Kayla is fantastic! She was wonderful with our special needs daughter, always on time, and easy to work with. Our little one was always sad to see her go, which is what you want to see. I'd definitely hire her again!

- Kyle T.

Agnes O.

5.0

Agnes saw my need on care.com and even though she herself can not care for my son she has gone above and beyond to find me someone who can help me. She is an angel. And if I could I would hire her in a heartbeat.

- Carole B.

Sarah C.

5.0

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

- Joann K.

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