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Cassandra F.


North Versailles, PA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kind And Creative Caregiver With Ten Years Of Teaching Experience

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Hello, I'm a graduate of Carlow University with three degrees in education. My passion is working with children on the autism spectrum, but I have experience with children with or without special needs from Birth to age 21. I have worked in schools and childcare programs for the majority of my career. But, have been an in home...
Cassandra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Kayla B.


Yukon, PA

$20/hr • 7 yrs exp

I've been working with Children and Adults with Seizures, ADHD, Autism, Compulsive Disorders, Nonverbal, Behavioral Issues for the past 7 years. I love doing my job, I put my heart and soul into everything I do. I'm always on time and I have a huge heart to help people in need. I look forward to meeting new people and enjoying...
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Kelly S.


Jeannette, PA

$22-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caretaker

Hello I have worked with several individuals over the years that have had speech/behavioral/ physical/mental/sensory disorders/ADHD/Autism/Asperger's / including my niece who's 15 with sensory disorders and my husband who is autistic with Asperger's. My full time job I specialize as an adult caregiver to my clients who mainly...
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Ramera P.


Braddock, PA

$18-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Ramera. I am a biology major at Howard University. I have worked in health care as a Residential Advisor for individuals with special needs for the past two years. I am CPR/First Aid certified. As an RA I am familiar with expectations and how important it is for our love ones to be taken care of by someone you...
Ramera can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jamie S.


Elizabeth, PA

$14-19/hr

Fun Loving Babysitter Looking For Work!

Hi! My name is Jamie and, recently, I've been watching one 2-year-old girl and one 5-year-old boy. Unfortunately, they've both started school in the new year, so I'm looking for a new kid to get to know! I used to be an RBT, registered behavioral technician, where I taught kids with autism social, play, and general life skills....
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Laurene B.


Monroeville, PA

$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Have Been A Caregiver For Seventeen Years. I Received My CNA Certificate In 2015.

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have experience in helping people with memory care and disabilities no matter what it is I'm always willing to learn new things. I been a caregiver for 15+years I also have my Cna certificate since 2016. I have a bad review but it was a big misunderstanding I have excellent references to back that up I'm covid vaccinated...
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Ashley S.


McKeesport, PA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

Hi my name is Ashley and I have been working in the healthcare field for the last 10 years. I have experience from skilled nursing to home healthcare working with individuals with different types of dementia and intellectual disabilities from mild to severe. Some of my responsibilities have been such things as meal prep,...
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Tabytha S.


Buena Vista, PA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Surgical Technologist

Assist surgeons with many different special needs patients to completely satisfy their medical care.
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Amanda M.


Delmont, PA

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Home Health Registered Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. My name is Amanda and I have 20+ years as a Registered Nurse in vast settings. I prefer the home setting because it allows more one on one attention and care. Please reach out so we can talk about how I can assist you care for your loved one. Thank you!
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Jamya F.


McKeesport, PA

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

College Student Babysitter

With an impressive four years of childcare experience, I am a dedicated and reliable professional passionate about providing comprehensive supervision for your children. I am proficient in creating educational and engaging activities that are fun and promote literacy, social-emotional learning, STEM, art, mentoring, and...
Jamya can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Leah R.


Pittsburgh, PA

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Healthcare Worker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

*newborn care specialist* available for newborn prep consultation services As a dedicated mom who practices gentle parenting, I understand the importance of nurturing and creating a loving environment for children to thrive. I am also a trained newborn care specialist, which has equipped me with the skills to provide expert...
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

Early Education

5.0
"I'm very impressed by Leah she is very reliable and trustworthy. I have six children she took care of all of them when I was out handling work and she will go above and beyond to make sure you're happy. Thank you for all your help and I won't have anybody better 💪"

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Jade S.


Venetia, PA

$10-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

About Me

Hi!! My name is Jade (: I have a special place in my heart for kids and I love being a positive role model for them! I was previously a sitter at Children's hospital, so I have experience with kids from ages 0-teens and experience with many different levels of need/care. I enjoy engaging with kids and playing + being...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Jade goes above and beyond, she is excellent with children and especially pets! She followed my list perfectly on how to take care of my dog and reptiles."

Brittney G.

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Kali M.


Pittsburgh, PA

$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I'm Kali! I recently graduated with a social work degree and am looking for a new nanny family! I have eight years of experience working with children, as well as experience with special needs and trauma-informed care. I also have my clearances and own transportation. Please let me know if you want to connect via...
Kali can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We needed someone last minute to watch our kiddo while I was gone for the evening and my husband was downstairs hosting a virtual meeting. Kali offered to do a zoom meeting prior to watching our kiddo so we could talk more about the job and also emailed a copy of...

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Holly B.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving, Nurturing, Educational Nanny

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Holly and I am a mom of two children: ages 15 and 17. I have over 12 years of professional childcare experience. I am a very nurturing, energetic, creative and reliable childcare provider. Prior to having my children, I worked for 10 years in higher education. I have a B. A. in English Studies and a minor in...
Holly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Holly has been caring for our 16 month old for months and we are so lucky to have found her! She is kind, caring, and it is clear that our son is very well taken care of when he is at her home. "

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Samson J.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-22/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a caring and experienced childcare provider with 9 years of experience, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient, calm, and creative personality allows me to connect with children of all ages. I believe in open communication with parents and regularly provide updates about their child's...
Samson can also help with: Meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Samson worked with my teenage special needs son with absolute patience and kindness. He was always on time, was flexible with our ever-changing schedule and even meet me at my son's activity, to bring him home so I could take my daughter to her activity when it...

Nina W.

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Nilah J.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Nilah. I am a recent graduate from the University of Pittsburgh with a B. S. in Neuroscience and minors in chemistry, Africana Studies. Spanish. I want to go into pediatrics so I love working with kids. I believe that I can be good role model and additionally I can learn just as much from children as they can learn from...
Nilah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Nilah was wonderful with our 9 month old! Covid conscious, punctual, respectful and dependable. Would definitely hire again!"

Joseph W.

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Brooke P.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-20/hr • 10 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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Katerina H.


Clairton, PA

$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Date Night Or Daytime Babysitter Available - Over 10 Years Of Experience

Hi! My name is Katerina but everyone calls me Kat. I am a previous full time nanny & pediatric dental assistant, looking for occasional opportunities. I'm currently a real estate agent so I have some flexibility with my schedule and can do daytime, evening, and weekend hours. I have experience with babies, toddlers, adolescents,...
Katerina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She has watched my son from age 6. Very good with children and has always done well connecting with him. Very flexible and has always been reliable."

Eric W.

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Emilia P.


Pittsburgh, PA

$26-34/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced, Educated, Fun And Crafty Part Time Nanny Looking For A Second Part Time Position.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 8 years of experience working as a full time nanny. I have worked with new born infants, toddlers, school age kids, and teenagers. In college and grad school I was a lifeguard, taught swim lessons to kids 3 to 8yrs, and held the American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification. I have held certifications in...
Emilia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Emilia is a longtime friend of the family and has worked part-time as a nanny for our daughter E since E was an infant. She is now four. First the basics: Emilia is dependable, punctual, and flexible. She keeps her commitments, is always ready for E when we drop...

Beth R.

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Margaux D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hi there! I'm Margaux. I'm a certified teacher with lots of experience caring for kids age 6 mos. to 18 years. I am CPR and First Aid certified, and for the past four years I've taught Theater and English in public and charter schools. Before I go back into teaching full time, I'd love to continue working with children! I am...
Margaux can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Margaux and I have been friends for a couple of years. She is great with my four-month-old son. I wish she still lived near me so she could be his nanny! Margaux is one of the easiest people to talk to that I've met, and she is a responsible and kind person. I...

Genevieve S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Irwin, PA

Leah R.

5.0

Leah is wonderful! Parents will love her because she's reliable, responsible, caring, and fantastic with children. Kids will love her because she's so engaging and fun. She loves to sing songs and play games with them. Highly recommend!

- Care member

Jade S.

5.0

Jade goes above and beyond, she is excellent with children and especially pets! She followed my list perfectly on how to take care of my dog and reptiles.

- Brittney G.

Kali M.

3.0

Not very reliable and did not follow car instructions

- Care member

Holly B.

5.0

Holly has been caring for our 16 month old for months and we are so lucky to have found her! She is kind, caring, and it is clear that our son is very well taken care of when he is at her home.

- Care member

Samson J.

5.0

We hired Samson as our full-time caregiver for our 3 young boys (5, 3, and 8 months at the time of hire). He has a warm personality that connects really well with kids. He's been incredibly reliable, on time, and ready to "be on the job" from the moment he gets settled in the morning and has the...

- Jonathan S.

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