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Cassandra F.


North Versailles, PA

$20-25/hr10 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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Kayla B.


Yukon, PA

$20/hr7 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/hr10 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/hr3 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:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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

$18-25/hr10 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/hr10 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/hr10 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/hr10 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/hr4 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, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Leah R.


Pittsburgh, PA

$30-35/hr10 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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"I have had a lot of nannies come to my home for back-up care and, though all have been nice, not all go above and beyond when Leah did. She was not on her phone the entire time (which is hard to find nowadays!) and she played along with my child, like The Floor is...

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Jade S.


Venetia, PA

$10-50/hr2 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:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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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Katharine M.


Venetia, PA

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Caregiver For All Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello families! My name is Katharine, I'm 22 years old, and I've been babysitting for over 5 years and it's my favorite thing ever! I'm taking a year off from school, so I am looking for a babysitting job for evenings and weekends. In school, my major is art education (hoping to work in an elementary school) so I have done lots...
5.0
"She was very punctual and reliable. She was great with my special needs child. I highly recommend Katie!"

Tom H.

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Kali M.


Pittsburgh, PA

$25-30/hr8 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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kali is a fantastic babysitter. She understands the needs and is very flexible. I definitely will work with her again."

Sthela H.

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Holly B.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-26/hr10 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/hr9 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:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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...

Jonathan S.

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Nilah J.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20/hr6 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, 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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Katerina H.


Clairton, PA

$20-27/hr10 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: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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/hr8 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, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
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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Mellissia D.


Latrobe, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Care Provider

I have been a certified caregiver for many years. I have a compassionate heart and have a reputation among friends and previous co-workers as being funny, inspirational and loyal to all that I come in contact with. I have a great desire to make a difference in peoples' lives and in the world around me. I am a Christian and my...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Irwin, PA

Leah R.

5.0

Leah was excellent with our little one. She was always super happy to see the baby, sang songs, and would talk to our little one which helped our baby grow. Leah would read to her, and was great with implementing my feedback. We only stopped using Leah's services regularly because daycare started....

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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.

Katharine M.

5.0

She was very punctual and reliable. She was great with my special needs child. I highly recommend Katie!

- Tom H.

Kali M.

3.0

Not very reliable and did not follow car instructions

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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

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