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Ellisyn M.


Gibsonia, PA

$30-45/hr8 yrs exp

An Adapted Physical Activity Graduate And Teacher

5.0

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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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Barbara R.


Baden, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Weekend/occasional Jobs

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

I work a full time job during the week. I am looking for a weekend job right now in my home or yours; childcare, special needs or senior care. Can work with you on cash rate if many hours needed at one time I am also available at 5 p.m. and on during the week. I have nannied for the last 4 and a half years full time. I love...
Barbara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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"Barb really helped us out when we were in a pinch. My husband and daycare provider were both out of town, and my backup care vanished without a trace. I contacted Barb and she immediately responded. She was there last minute when we needed her! She was so kind to...

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Madyln C.


Mars, PA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Sitter

Hello. I am a nurturing and enthusiastic individual with a passion for childcare. For most of adult life I have worked around kids. My experiences include babysitting for a 4 y. o. and a 8 y. o. with special needs, teaching preschool, tutoring French, working in a military daycare, and many other smaller projects. I have also...
Madyln can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sandra B.


Butler, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Sandra, I have been working with children for over 10 years now. I started out in a daycare center for 6. 5 years and now I am a nanny and have been for 5 years. I am currently part time with that family now do to them being in school. I am currently a paraprofessional, I work with special needs in a high school. I...
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Katelyn B.


Mars, PA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I just recently graduated from the University of Florida with my Doctorate in Physical Therapy and moved back to the Pittsburgh/Butler area after 8 years of schooling and living in Florida. I am currently studying for my boards/license exam. I have many years of experience with all age groups (newborn to preteens) and as the...
Katelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Gretta B.


Cranberry Township, PA

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Coming To A Home Near You:)

Hello:) I am a very reliable, compassionate, and fun-loving person who has had 6 years of experience in watching children. The families that I have sat for have ranged from one child to six plus children, so I understand and appreciate how much responsibility sitting for children truly takes. I am a rising sophomore at the...
Gretta can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
3 years of experience working with special needs students ages 5-15. Newly graduated/licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
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Iryna K.


Wexford, PA

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

Hi everyone. Parents who need help with caring for their children, I provide babysitter (part-time) services. I have two charming daughters: 9 and 3 years old, my youngest daughter has special needs, so I have the knowledge and experience with physical therapy and exercise. I have experience of working with kids of different...
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Emily B.


Ambridge, PA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Hello. I am a registered nurse with 14 years of experience in a variety of nursing settings. I have experience with mental health, dementia, pre and post transplant, skilled nursing and pediatric special needs. I'm looking for one on one care with a loving family. Willing to provide medical services, including oral medication,...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Blair B.


Butler, PA

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Blair Bowen

My name is Blair and I'm a rising junior at the University of Pittsburgh! I study Developmental Psychology with the hopes of going on to receive my doctorate in Occupational Therapy and work with special needs children. I love working with kids and am looking to get some summer work and experience! I'd describe my personality...
Blair can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Julie J.


Wexford, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I Was A Nanny For 3.5 Years.I Am A Mother Of 2I Was A Preschool Teacher For 10 Years

I am a preK teacher with over 18 years of experience. I also have experience working with children who have special needs. I love creating an environment where children can learn through various activities that are hands on, sensory stimulated & creative spaces.
Julie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Madalyn G.


Slippery Rock, PA

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

Patient And Positive Sitter Available Immediately!

Hello! I'm a patient, understanding, and positive college student who has a strong passion for working with people with special needs. I'm currently going to school for Social Work and it's my goal to work with those specifically with Down Syndrome/ intellectual disabilities. I do have experience, as I have been working as a DSP...
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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...
Hi! My name is Amaya and I am a recent college graduate. I am 23 years old and I'm from Moon Township. Starting with family and growing into a business, I have gained 10 years of childcare experience. I have worked as a nanny for many families with infants and multiple children in the home. I also have experience working at my...
Amaya can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Emily B.


Ambridge, PA

$35-45/hr10 yrs exp

RN Available For Homecare

Hello. I am a registered nurse with 15 years of experience in a variety of nursing settings. I have experience with mental health, dementia, pre and post transplant, skilled nursing and pediatric special needs. I'm looking for one on one care with a loving family. Willing to provide medical services, including oral medication,...
Emily can also help with: Hospice services, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Sara B.


Wexford, PA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

I am a current Occupational Therapy doctorate student at Duquesne University. While I am not an official OT yet, I have done my fieldwork rotations in a skilled nursing facility, pediatric therapy, home health, and hospice care! I have also worked as a personal caregiver for children with autism and cerebral palsy. I am...
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Jacqueline H.


Slippery Rock, PA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hello!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Jacqueline . Im 22 years old and love children. I have been babysitting since 13. I am first aid and CPR trained. I also have lots of experience with special needs children. I have a 6month old daughter so I would be bringing her as well!
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

I started working with kids when my dad needed help taking care of my youngest siblings. You could say I helped raise my 2 younger brothers. I was involved with the special needs program for students when I was in school. Also, I babysat for a few local families as well the past few years In my spare time, I like to listen to...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Barbara R.


Baden, PA

$10/hr

Looking To Take Care Of Special Needs Client

I am looking to take care of children, seniors or special needs in your home. I have been a stay home mom for 10 plus years.
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Carla M.


Cranberry Township, PA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

About Me :)

Hello! My name is Carla and I am a senior Speech Pathology major at Kent State University with a minor in Autism Spectrum Disorders. I have all of my clearances required for child care, and can provide them if needed! I have experience with many age ranges between my past internship at the Hope Center where I worked with...

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