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Cristal B.


Leechburg, PA

$18-21/hr • 7 yrs exp

Specialized Care

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I was a Girl Scout leader for 10 years & I specialized in working with students with ADHD & autism. I have first aid training & CPR certification. I have a background check & child clearances. Non smoker with an excellent driving record. I raised two children of my own. I have worked as a nanny and a caregiver for the elderly. I...

Stephanie A.


Ford City, PA

$10-15/hr • 17 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting since the age of 13. I have worked in a day care setting before with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. I have also babysat/nannied for several different families over the years with children ages 6 weeks up to 13 years of age. I have some experience working with special needs as well.
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Stephanie was great. Our kids had a good time with her and she communicated well with us."

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Amanda C.


New Kensington, PA

$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Lots Of Experience! Absolutely Love Children! Available Afternoons On Weekdays And All Weekends!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting since I was 15. In high school, I did community service, helping children with special needs in the classroom. I love playing games and keeping kids entertained! I'd love to read to them and take them to the park or zoo. I am currently employed full time, but would like a little bit of extra income. I'm...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
5.0
"Amanda is great! My son loves to have her stay with him. She has also helped out with my dog. She is extremely personable, reliable and trustworthy. I would recommend Amanda for any of your needs. "

Ann W.

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Gabby G.


New Kensington, PA

$13-15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hey, It's Gabby!

I'm able to cook, clean, and help with schoolwork. I also know how to work with special needs children.
Gabby can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
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Lauryn S.


New Kensington, PA

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

I am a 21-year-old mom of 2! I have worked healthcare since I've got out of highschool. I enjoy working with people who needs assistance on the daily. I've always worked in senior care homes or assisted living. I even worked at the hospital as a pct. While living in Indiana I worked at an in home facility for people with...
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Rachel E.


Ford City, PA

$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have experience in the home health 12 yrs . I had worked with special needs and elderly. Will to help with all housework and do errands if needed. Had several trainings Hoyer, lifts and transfer trainings infectious disease care medication preparation , hospice care Prefer overnight shifts. I have training in hoyers , lifts...
Rachel can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, dementia
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Mollie S.


Sarver, PA

$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Summer (May-August) Babysitter/Nanny/Special Needs

I am currently a junior in college majoring in early childhood education and special education. I have taken many child development classes, and have had a lot of first hand experience with school age children in the field. In addition, I have been a summer nanny for the last two summers. One summer I was a nanny for four...
Mollie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I love working with children and in the past decade have worked several years as a nanny and a daycare worker. I have a big heart for seeing each child as an individual and helping to meet their needs. I also have experience working with several special needs families. I enjoy bringing warmth and love to the whole family and to...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning
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Christine B.


New Kensington, PA

$15-30/hr

Part-time Caregiver/Nanny

I have watched my grandchildren from birth to preschool age. My grandson is now 12 years old and my granddaughter is 10 years old. I have driven a school bus/van for special needs children to early school age. I babysat two children ages 3-years to 6 months in their home their mother was a teacher until they had a third child...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

My brother is a special needs child and my entire life, I've dedicated a lot of my time to take care of him. He means the world to me and someone with special needs can honestly change your entire outlook on life.
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Domenica T.


New Kensington, PA

$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hello, My name is Domenica! I am 28 and currently work full time during the week. During High School until my junior year of college I nannyed for a family of three children. When I started working for the family I was watching the 2-year-old boy and the mother was pregnant with twins. When the twin girls were born I started...
Domenica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Mollie S.


Sarver, PA

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny/Babysitter

I am currently a special education major at SRU. I have taken coursework devoted to working with special needs students. I also have a special needs brother so am very sensitive to not only the needs of the special needs child but also of their sibling(s). I also was President of my high school's child development class and...
7+ years hospital experience as an ultrasound tech, with the vast majority of my patients being elderly. I have worked with special needs patients, dementia and alzheimer's patients as well. I have always gotten along so well with my patients, I've had some bring me their own canned goods and one women brought me a book she...
Brittany can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

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Lisa S.


New Kensington, PA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I can help you in taking care of special needs

I was the manager at my house which had 4 girls living there and I was in charge of all the staff for my house also. Experienced special needs caregiver

Bonnie G.


New Kensington, PA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Professional Registered Nurse Available Full-Time

I am an experienced professional Registered Nurse seeking a full-time position. I am a RN with 10 years of nursery and pediatric experience. Since 2000 I have been a nanny including taking care of triplets. As a RN I have care of many hurt and sick children as well as those with special needs such as ADD, autism, obesity, and...

Kelly S.


Freeport, PA

$15-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Childcare/caregiver/tutor

I am a tutor on this sight but would also like to be considered for care jobs. I have been a teacher for 24 years. My youngest just left for college so I have some free time evenings and weekends. Have all my clearances.

Stephanie D.


Vandergrift, PA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hello! My name is Stephanie. I am 39 years old. I enjoy music, animals and my family. I love telling jokes and listening to people's stories. I am gentle natured but I adapt well with varying types of personalities. I have 18 years of experience working in healthcare. My first experience was working in a hospital setting as a...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

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Twila S.


Vandergrift, PA

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

We All Need Help Sometimes Right?

Hello I have done cna work for 10 years. I love helping those in need. I have seen many different special needs cases in the day care and nursing home I have worked at. I even have three kids two of them are special needs. I enjoy helping and making a difference in other peoples life's.
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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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Agnes O.


Saxonburg, PA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have been a caregiver for those with special needs for several years. It has been a educational experience both for me and to those I take care of. It has helped me to bring the best in them, respect them and accept them for who they are. I have taken care of those with different needs and it has been a successful experience....
5.0
"Agnes saw my need on care.com and even though she herself can not care for my son she has gone above and beyond to find me someone who can help me. She is an angel. And if I could I would hire her in a heartbeat."

Carole B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Leechburg, PA

Stephanie A.

5.0

Stephanie was great. Our kids had a good time with her and she communicated well with us.

- Care member

Amanda C.

5.0

Amanda is great! My son loves to have her stay with him. She has also helped out with my dog. She is extremely personable, reliable and trustworthy. I would recommend Amanda for any of your needs.

- Ann W.

Brooke P.

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 been fantastic!

- Caitlin M.

Agnes O.

5.0

Agnes saw my need on care.com and even though she herself can not care for my son she has gone above and beyond to find me someone who can help me. She is an angel. And if I could I would hire her in a heartbeat.

- Carole B.

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