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Agnes O.
Saxonburg, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Available For Companionship, Personal Care, Special Needs And House Cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with elderly people in their homes especially those who are unable to do for themselves such as feeding, bathing, getting them dressed, combing their hair, brushing their teeth, helping them with toileting, supporting them when walking, reminding them time for medication, changing the position of sleeping,...
Agnes can also help with: Companionship, dementia, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Committed to the job. Always is there when shift starts. Cleans, shops, bathe, dress… does what is necessary to get the job done. If for any reason she can’t cover her shift she will have already found someone to cover for her. !!! "
Ty T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Shania! I am 28 and have a BS is psychology. Prior to this, I was a behavior specialist for adults with disabilities in a residential program, then worked on Allegheny county's Dual Diagnosis Treatment team for individuals with ID and acute mental health care needs. I found my way to this field through a summer...
5.0
"We hired Shania through the care app to babysit our 3 boys (one on the autism spectrum). Our boys love her! She sticks to the routine and always arrives on time. We appreciate how much she plays with our children and meets their needs. I highly recommend Shania!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Ellisyn. One of my minors in college was Adapted Physical Activity. Through my minor, I have worked with many people with different ability levels. I do not like to refer to individuals with varying abilities with the term "disability", because it is not about what they are limited to do, but rather what he or...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Rachel Irene, and I am a Junior in college at Stetson University. I started nannying about 6 years ago, and I have experience with all age ranges of children!
I have special experience in working with a wide variety of special needs kids including experience with Autism, Visual impairments, feeding tube...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel is absolutely amazing! My kids love her and told me she is by far their favorite sitter. She is prompt, friendly, and great with my kids. I definitely feel comfortable leaving my children in her care. Highly recommend!"
Rebecca L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very caring and passionate person who can adapt to any situation that's thrown my way. I was an intern in a preschool classroom back in 2019, and one of the children even said they wanted to be like me when they grew up! Currently in addition to watching children during the week, I am also a catechist to a class of 17...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah brought activities and planned outings to keep my kids occupied this summer. I definitely recommend her."
Joann K.
Sara Y.
Pittsburgh, PA
$8-13/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I am a very patient, caring and reliable person! I have taken care of people since my first job at 16! I have worked with kids, people with special needs and senior care. Currently I am working at Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children where I am responsible for bathroom changes, feeding and creating fun things to...
Sara can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
SUMMER EMPLOYMENT ONLY
I've been a teacher since 1990, special education since 2005. Mainly worked with young children, but have recently worked with older children.
My first "real " job, YEARS ago, was as a live in nanny for 2 small boys in Baltimore.
I also worked off and on at a tutoring center, taught subjects from basic...
Mary Beth can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Hello! My name is Nikayla, i'm a Registered Nurse with mainly an adult cardiac background but I also have experience in special needs & hospice care. I was a nursing assistant for two years and have been a nurse for an additional two years. I previously nannied on care. com therefore have child/adolescent experience as well. I...
Nikayla can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Hello! My name is Nikayla and i'm a registered nurse who specializes in adult medicine. I have experience with medically complex individuals, special needs patients, patients who need hospice care and much more. I have multiple certifications including advanced life support and CPR. I pride myself on being a compassionate and...
Abigayle M.
Springdale, PA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have a bachelor's degree in Special Education and a master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. I've had a passion for individuals with special needs since a young age, and find so much enjoyment in helping others! I may be young, but I believe this to be an advantage due to my energetic and bubbly personality. :) My...
Theresa T.
Pittsburgh, PA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I work in Behavioral Health and have been in the Medical field for over 20 years. My skills are as follows: Direct patient care, Dementia, Psychiatric care, Alzheimer's, Activity of daily living assistance, wheelchair to bed/wheelchair to chair transfer, wound care, incontinence care along with med reminders. With my 20 years of...
Hi there! My name is Allysa and I am currently residing in the Plum/Monroeville area. During the school year, I will begin my 11th year as a Special Education paraprofessional at Gateway School District. During those years (and prior to) I have been trained on numerous therapies and other techniques. I have skills concentrating...
Pamela S.
Allison Park, PA
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Nanny with Experience Caring for Children with Special Needs Seeks FT Position in Pittsburgh and Northern Suburbs
I have a BS degree in Education of Exceptional Children.
I have experience caring for a child with cerebral palsy and severe developmental delays. After meeting with his physical therapist, I assisted with home stretching exercises. I also made use of communication boards. I also have experience dealing with severe food...
Lauren S.
Gibsonia, PA
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi I'm Lauren, 25 and able to help in the evenings on weekdays or during the day on Saturday.
I have a lot of experience working with kids of all ages and abilities. I was a lifeguard for 6 years and am still CPR certified. I taught swimming lessons for three years to kids ages 3-14 during this time I created my own lesson...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Blythe and I am a school-based speech language pathologist looking for summer work :) I have all clearances + PA state teaching license. (CPR/BLS certified)
Sandra B.
Butler, PA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Sandra, I have been working with children for over 10 years now. I started out in a daycare center for 6. 5 years and now I am a nanny and have been for 5 years. I am currently part time with that family now do to them being in school. I am currently a paraprofessional, I work with special needs in a high school. I...
Sandra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Greetings ! Thanks for looking at my profile .
Things to know about me
-Worked for over 30 years with children including kids/adults with special needs
-BA in psych, studied education 2 1/2 yrs.
-currently do bereavement full time M-F
-well versed in geriatrics and case management
- pet sitting history of 15+ years ,...
Maureen can also help with: Grocery shopping
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!
Ariel R.
Pittsburgh, PA
$10-15/hr
Have a degree in Health Sciences, and currently a nursing student in my last semester with clinical and life saving experience! Would love to help you and your loved ones!
Sara Y.
Pittsburgh, PA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My Name Is Sara And I Am 25 Years Old! Please Feel Free To Message Me For Anymore Information
I started caring for people with special needs when I was 18 years old! My first job working with special needs was working at a summer camp for adults with special needs! That job showed me my true passion for what I do today! Currently I work at School for Blind School. I am celebrating my 4th year working there. I work in a...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Leechburg, PA
Agnes O.
5.0
Committed to the job. Always is there when shift starts. Cleans, shops, bathe, dress… does what is necessary to get the job done. If for any reason she can’t cover her shift she will have already found someone to cover for her. !!!
- Ty T.
Shania B.
5.0
We hired Shania through the care app to babysit our 3 boys (one on the autism spectrum). Our boys love her! She sticks to the routine and always arrives on time. We appreciate how much she plays with our children and meets their needs. I highly recommend Shania!
- Care member
Rachel F.
5.0
Rachel is absolutely amazing! My kids love her and told me she is by far their favorite sitter. She is prompt, friendly, and great with my kids. I definitely feel comfortable leaving my children in her care. Highly recommend!
- Rebecca L.
Sarah C.
5.0
Sarah brought activities and planned outings to keep my kids occupied this summer. I definitely recommend her.
- Joann K.
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