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Michele B.


Howard, PA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

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I started my career as a C. N. A in 2003 and worked in long term skilled nursing. I loved my job and I loved my people. I find great joy in being able to spend time and talk to the people I care for. I was a C. N. A for 5 years. I later moved to Psych and just fell in love with it. I loved helping people to get better and to...
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Kaylie W.


State College, PA

$22-30/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kaylie W, I am a Penn State graduate with a degree in Geography. I love spending time with and taking care of kids and have babysat or nannied for many different children, including babies, those with special needs, and my own younger sister. In my down time, I enjoy spending time with my friends and family,...
5.0
"Kaylie watched our two girls (4 and 6). She did a lot of art projects and played with them and they loved her. Bedtime seems to have gone perfectly and they were both asleep when we got home. She was very quick to respond when I texted her and both our cat and dog...

Alicia T.

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Anna R.


State College, PA

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Great With Pets!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Anna and I am a recent graduate from Penn State with a degree in Rehabilitation and Human Services. I have been nannying between semesters for about 3 years, and hope to continue during my current gap year before going to graduate school. I understand that trusting someone with your child/children is not a...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Anna cared for our infant twins and was just incredible. Her can-do, go-getter attitude allowed her to smoothly and efficiently provide loving, engaged, and developmentally appropriate care for our girls while also managing to tackle all the chores that go along...

Sarah H.

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Morgan S.


State College, PA

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a recent graduate of the Pennsylvania State University with a degree in Music Education and Theater. I have experience as a primary preschool/infant teacher and have babysat children of all ages, including children with special needs. I have all of my clearances up to date, and would love to share my love of music with your...
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Morgan is amazing! She's been with us for about six months so far, as our son has aged from 4 to 10 months old. She is punctual, communicative, friendly, smart, dependable, and responsible. Our son loves playing with her and always lights up when she arrives. She...

Michelle H.

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Chelsey W.


State College, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have 12 years of experience babysitting children ages 6 months - 9 years old. I have specific experience with children with special needs including autism and down syndrome.
Chelsey can also help with: Travel
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Amanda K.


Boalsburg, PA

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

Experience with elder and handicapped care. Light personal chores. Medication Administration. Light personal body care.
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Brittany V.


State College, PA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hello! My Name Is Brittany …

Hello, my name is Brittany and I am a 25-year-old Behavioral therapist. I have a BA in psychology & sociology with a minor in social work and begin my online Masters of Special Education this fall! My day job consists of being a pediatric behavioral therapist at an intensive behavioral health therapy center in State College, PA....
Hi! I'm Lily a junior high school. Growing up, my mom is and has always been a special ed teacher. Since a young age I have gone to work with my mom to help. We also have 2 very close friends and a neighbor that are of special needs. Interacting through helping, babysitting and learning I have developed a love for their unique...
I have been working with children and adults with special needs for years. It is something that I am passionate about and am now studying in Graduate School. I would love to take this passion and work with your family.
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Talia F.


State College, PA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

About Me!

Hi! I'm Talia! I am a senior at Penn State, where I am finishing up my degree in communication science and disorders with a minor in special education. I am from Kansas, but now live in Colorado. I have spent the past 3 summers working for a Mountain adventure day camp, i've been babysitting for 7 years, and I taught swim...
Talia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Heather E.


Lock Haven, PA

$8-20/hr10 yrs exp

HHA

So, many years with so much learning equals a lot of great references from families of those I cared for.
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Cecilia V.


Lock Haven, PA

$14-16/hr6 yrs exp

Teacher As Babysitter

I'd describe myself as empathetic, nurturing, and patient. Another skill would be my ability to build good rapport with kids and teens. I'm looking for a job that I can help children and/or teens with or without special needs. My preferred age would be toddler to teenager and a senior caregiver. I started caring for people...
Hi! I am currently getting my masters in special education at Penn State. While I was in high school I babysat for a family with a child with severe autism. This valuable experience made me realize my desire to work in this field. I have also substitute taught in both general education and special needs classrooms.
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Bella C.


Lock Haven, PA

$10-30/hr3 yrs exp

My name is Bella, I moved to Connecticut in May of 2019 to be a nanny to two wonderful special needs boys. I have experience with children of all ages, including newborns. I would love the opportunity to get to know your family!
Bella can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
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Alexis C.


Boalsburg, PA

$10-17/hr1 yrs exp

I have a year's worth of experience working with kids with special needs. I'm dependable and have very flexible hours, as I'm finishing my degree in psychology online. I can do various chores around the house, including meal prep and cleaning. I've loved creating bonds with the kids I've worked with in the past and loved to...
Alexis can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Samantha C.


State College, PA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Sitter, Behavioral Technician

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Stimming Attendance and Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support. I'm certified in Applied Suicide Intervention, and work as an emotional support hotline counselor at Centre Helps. I have student taught in a variety of settings. I've worked as an ABA behavioral technician. I'm working...
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Cecilia V.


Lock Haven, PA

$13-18/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter To Teacher

I am a substitute teacher and currently go to college for special education. I will be graduating in May 2025. My experience ranges from PreK to high school age and even senior caregiving. I am certified in CPR, AED, and first aid. Also, I am servsafe certified, so I can safely prep and cook meals if wanted. Special education is...
Cecilia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Maya V.


State College, PA

$17-18/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! My Name Is Maya And I Am A Freshman At Penn State On Cheerleading Team!

Hi! My name is Maya and I'm currently a freshman (going to be sophomore) at Penn State majoring in Biology on a Pre-Dental track! I am on the cheerleading team there- I've done all-star cheerleading the past 10 years, and coached for 3 years! I have a younger brother (9) with Down Syndrome and Autism, so I have experience...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am 22 years old. I started helping babysit when I was 8 years old. I was certified to babysit at 12 years old. I learned the Heimlich for infants and children. I also learned CPR. I've babysat through care. com for a couple years now. I have babysat many kids of all ages. My experience goes anyway from your average child to...
Kiley can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
4.0
"She's so good with Lil one's. My 2years old gave her a hug d first time seeing her and they just bonded, she also read books with her. She was also good with my 9months old baby. She's great it's all I can say n I'm grateful to her when I needed her help."

Sophia U.

Kayla R.


Lock Haven, PA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Full/Part Time Caregiver Available

I am a recent college graduate with a degree in health and physical education. For the past 5 years, I have spent the summers working as a playground counselor. In my time working there, I was responsible for watching 30 plus children with the assistance of 3 other counselors. Throughout the day we would play board games, make...
Kayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Howard, PA

Kaylie W.

5.0

Kaylie watched our two girls (4 and 6). She did a lot of art projects and played with them and they loved her. Bedtime seems to have gone perfectly and they were both asleep when we got home. She was very quick to respond when I texted her and both our cat and dog made her their new best friend. I...

- Alicia T.

Anna R.

5.0

Anna cared for our infant twins and was just incredible. Her can-do, go-getter attitude allowed her to smoothly and efficiently provide loving, engaged, and developmentally appropriate care for our girls while also managing to tackle all the chores that go along with babies (cleanups, bottle...

- Sarah H.

Morgan S.

5.0

Morgan is amazing! She's been with us for about six months so far, as our son has aged from 4 to 10 months old. She is punctual, communicative, friendly, smart, dependable, and responsible. Our son loves playing with her and always lights up when she arrives. She has done everything we've asked for...

- Michelle H.

Kiley P.

4.0

She's so good with Lil one's. My 2years old gave her a hug d first time seeing her and they just bonded, she also read books with her. She was also good with my 9months old baby. She's great it's all I can say n I'm grateful to her when I needed her help.

- Sophia U.

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