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Jessica D.


Imperial, PA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Jessica and I am a reliable, patient, and caring person who has approximately 10 years of working with kids in a school setting, but have been babysitting since I was 12 years old! I went to college for Early Childhood Education and have a Bachelor of Science and Education Degree, with certification to teach...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Dianna M.


Aliquippa, PA

$20/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a reliable, patient, and consistent caregiver. I have a total of 8 years experience. I have experience with bathing, dressing, companion care, medication management, and providing services to adults with special needs. I am also well versed in working with clients with Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease. Senior care...
Dianna can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
"We started working with Dianna to provide care and companionship for my 93-year-old mother. She has been a joy to work with and is always punctual, reliable, and sincere with her care to my mother. She plays games, hold conversations and provides hygiene care when...

Jeanne G.

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Mariah K.


Midway, PA

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Spring Summer Caregiver - College Student

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a pediatric nurse with 8 years of experience turned stay-at-home mom to my 2 under 2 in 2020. I have my Masters Degree in Nursing and am CPR certified. I'm currently looking for occasional work to bring in a bit of income without disrupting my kids' schedules. I've watched children in the past regularly, ranging in age from...
Mariah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mariah is currently watching our two boys who just adore her! She is always smiling and friendly, I always come home to a clean happy house. We will be very sad when she goes back to school next month."

Mandy R.

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Mickayla G.


Coraopolis, PA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Smile Specialist

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, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Lindsey C.


Coraopolis, PA

$20-23/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking For Weeknight/weekend Babysitting Opportunity

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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Tina E.


Coraopolis, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full And Part Time Experienced Care Giver

From a early age, ive been involved and interested in serving those in need of patient understanding care. Ive worked most levels of care. Both as a full time nanny, to part time overnight senior care. Ive been a teacher, so have varied experience in different ages and needs. One important things to me is the respect and empathy...
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Jordyn M.


McKees Rocks, PA

$18-21/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hi there, my name is Jordyn and I am an energetic and creative 27yr old! I started out in the dental field as an orthodontic assistant. I now work within a school district as a paraprofessional assisting children with special needs. I am in enrolled in special education program locally. My favorite age group is toddlers, but I...
Jordyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

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Rebecca Y.


Carnegie, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Honest, Caring, Trustworthy Sitter With Prior Experience

Hello, My name is Becky. I'm a 2011 Slippery Rock Graduate with 780 hours of mental health experience as well as special needs experience. I taught Pre-k for 7 years at an early learning center and taught English via an online platform to children in China! My current role for the past almost 4 years, is a School Education...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Linda K.


McDonald, PA

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

I was employed for 17 years at a facility that cared for all special needs. I was trained in CPR and first aid but do not posess current certificate. I am familiar with mental and physical limitations.
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Sharon W.


Ambridge, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

I have experience with special needs children and adults as well as elderly with dementia. Love children of all ages. Experienced with newborn to preteen.
Sharon can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Emily B.


Ambridge, PA

$35/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Available

I am very caring and compassionate and eager to work with a family in need. I am a registered nurse. I have experience with ADHD, autism, bipolar disorders, dementia, and other numerous health issues. I can provide the one on one care your loved one may be in need of. I do have an allergy to cats, unfortunately I cannot work in...
I have worked with people who have a variety of special needs, including syndrome, autism and I have also worked with people who are elderly and have dementia or Alzheimer's disease. I understand the importance of providing a safe and comfortable environment for my patients, and I am committed to doing everything possible to...
I'd love to help you out in any way I can! Providing someone companionship is my best talent! I hope I can help you!
I volunteer with a ministry called Young Life Capernaum that ministers to teens with special needs! I am committed to quality care and connections with kids with special needs and enjoy getting to know them.
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Lisa B.


Carnegie, PA

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Home And Community Habilitation Specialist

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...
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Michele C.


Coraopolis, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Greetings, I have served a couple families through Care. com. My availability is for p/t. Also I prefer local areas between Kennedy twp/ Coraopolis and Sewickley. I have clearances, CPR/First-Aid and medication administration certifications. My resume, clearances, and references are available for your review. My 22 years...
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Bobbie D.


Coraopolis, PA

$22-35/hr10 yrs exp

Worked in special needs care home and facilities with Allegheny Valley School and McGuire over 25 years along with 2 children of my own who are now grown.
Bobbie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Chanel H.


Coraopolis, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend (or Weekday) Date Nights

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...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Imperial, PA

Dianna M.

5.0

We started working with Dianna to provide care and companionship for my 93-year-old mother. She has been a joy to work with and is always punctual, reliable, and sincere with her care to my mother. She plays games, hold conversations and provides hygiene care when she is with my mom. I would readily...

- Jeanne G.

Mariah K.

5.0

Mariah is currently watching our two boys who just adore her! She is always smiling and friendly, I always come home to a clean happy house. We will be very sad when she goes back to school next month.

- Mandy R.

Mickayla G.

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 caring approach made her the...

- Care member

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,...

- Care member

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