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Kelly S.


Freeport, PA

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare/caregiver/tutor

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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.

Stephanie A.


Ford City, PA

$10-15/hr17 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

5.0

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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: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Stephanie was great. Our kids had a good time with her and she communicated well with us."

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Mollie S.


Sarver, PA

$15-20/hr5 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...
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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Rachel E.


Ford City, PA

$18-30/hr10 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: Dementia, personal care, respite care, hospice services
Skills:

CNA

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

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Mollie S.


Sarver, PA

$10-20/hr5 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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Twila S.


Vandergrift, PA

$15/hr10 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.

Stephanie D.


Vandergrift, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

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: Companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Cristal B.


Leechburg, PA

$18-21/hr7 yrs exp

Specialized Care

I was a Girl Scout leader for 10 years & I specialized in working with students with ADHD & autism. I have first aid training & CPR certification. I have a background check & child clearances. Non smoker with an excellent driving record. I raised two children of my own. I have worked as a nanny and a caregiver for the elderly. I...
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Cara C.


Mars, PA

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Adventurous Caregiver

Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood

I am a recently retired teacher with over 30 years of educating elementary aged children including special needs and ESL. I'm used to managing groups of 25 children for 8 different lessons throughout the day so multitasking and management are my specialties. My passion is to share my love for nature, adventure, and compassion...
Cara can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Cara was great with our kids and settled in right away."

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Ellisyn M.


Gibsonia, PA

$30-45/hr8 yrs exp

An Adapted Physical Activity Graduate And Teacher

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...
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Agnes O.


Saxonburg, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Available For Companionship, Personal Care, Special Needs And House Cleaning

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with elderly people in their homes especially those who are unable to do for themselves such as feeding, bathing, getting them dressed, combing their hair, brushing their teeth, helping them with toileting, supporting them when walking, reminding them time for medication, changing the position of sleeping,...
Agnes can also help with: Home modification, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Committed to the job. Always is there when shift starts. Cleans, shops, bathe, dress… does what is necessary to get the job done. If for any reason she can’t cover her shift she will have already found someone to cover for her. !!! "

Ty T.

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Amanda C.


New Kensington, PA

$10-25/hr5 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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, 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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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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & 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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Agnes O.


Saxonburg, PA

$25/hr10 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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Rachel F.


Allison Park, PA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Energetic College Student Looking To Babysit!

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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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Brooke P.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Special Needs Behavioral Therapist And Parent Coach

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a developmental and behavioral professional with over a decade of experience working with families to improve daily living, solve conflict, and avoid breakdown. I believe every family can benefit from simple, tried and true techniques using a casual non-judgemental approach. In 2016, I earned a Master's degree in Applied...
5.0
"I really cannot say enough about Brooke! She is great with my 2 kids and they absolutely adore her. She is always on time and extremely professional. She always has fun activities in mind for the day which results in me always coming home to happy kids! She has...

Caitlin M.

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Jaelynn W.


Butler, PA

$18-20/hr4 yrs exp

Able To Help With Any And All Needs Plus Put A Smile On Your Face

Currently working at an assisted living facility and a nanny & I am looking to be an in home night aid. I have experience in memory care and special needs. I work in a facility and understand the benefits of having a one on one aid at home and happy to help!
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Mary Beth D.


Murrysville, PA

$40/hr20 yrs exp

Need Child Care (special Needs) For The Summer?

SUMMER EMPLOYMENT ONLY I've been a teacher since 1990, special education since 2005. Mainly worked with young children, but have recently worked with older children. My first "real " job, YEARS ago, was as a live in nanny for 2 small boys in Baltimore. I also worked off and on at a tutoring center, taught subjects from basic...
Mary Beth can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

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Brandy M.


Gibsonia, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have a degree in early childhood education with 20 hours of special education and a reading endorsement. My experience other than in the classroom was attending class with a child on the spectrum for a year and 3 additional years tutoring him and babysitting where needed. I also tutored a child for 5 years with multiple...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Freeport, PA

Stephanie A.

5.0

Stephanie was great. Our kids had a good time with her and she communicated well with us.

- Care member

Cara C.

3.0

It's hard to give an excellent rating as I haven't met Cara or saw her vehicle.

- Care member

Agnes O.

5.0

Committed to the job. Always is there when shift starts. Cleans, shops, bathe, dress… does what is necessary to get the job done. If for any reason she can’t cover her shift she will have already found someone to cover for her. !!!

- Ty T.

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.

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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