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Lindsay S.


Muse, PA

$13-20/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Zoo Handler

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I have a huge passion for the care of kids. All throughout high school and college I volunteered with elementary and special needs children. I went to college to be a veterinary assistant and have been working in the veterinary field for about 5 years. Whether it be your child or your pet, I'm happy and ready to wrangle!
Lindsay can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Katharine M.


Venetia, PA

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Caregiver For All Children

5.0

(1)

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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Julia T.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-40/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am currently studying to earn my Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and work as a therapist. I have many years of experience with people with special needs. I have also babysat for children with special needs. I am hoping to find an incredible person that I can continue to work with. I am very...
5.0
"Interviewed Julia and found her very smart, compassionate and professional. Looking forward to having her help us when we need her to "

Amy D.

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Kelly R.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-24/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

3.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I attended University of Pennsylvania, where I earned a Bachelors of Education in Special Education (Pre K-Grade 8) and Pre-K-Grade 4 education. I spent two years working as a special education teacher for grades 7 and 8 followed by three years working as a special education teacher in Kindergarten through third grade...
3.0
"We hired Kelly last summer and kept her on our caregiver backup list for almost a year. She was very intelligent,soft spoken and brought a lot of experience to the caregiver position. Lovely individual. The challenge that we encountered was her lack of...

Molly H.

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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Special Needs Care

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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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

First Aid

CPR

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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Monica B.


Canonsburg, PA

$17-28/hr4 yrs exp

Child Care

Hello my name is Monica! I currently work as a Toddler Teacher during the week. I use to be a nanny and wad with that fanily for a little over 2 years. Before that I worked in an infant class as a teacher in Colorado. The kids in my care were 6 weeks to 18 months. I have experience with kids with special needs, as I use to...
Monica can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I have known Monica for 12 years, she has watched my children for 6 of those 12. We have since moved out of state and she remains part of our family. She is compassionate, caring, and has amazing communication. She is still involved in all of my children's lives...

Autumn S.

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Deana F.


Bridgeville, PA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

I am a mother of 3 children. I am very qualified for your childcare position. I have experienced many situations with my own children and feel I can handle any situation that may arise. Experience with special needs, seizures, terminal illness and twins.
Deana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jamisha J.


Bethel Park, PA

$20-24/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter Just Trying To Help Mom And Dads With Their Children!

I have been babysitting for about five years. I have experience with newborns to age 12 and special needs children. I have my own transportation so I can help with errands or taking the children where they need to be. I am have a bachelors degree, clearances, CPR certification, and am also EMT certified.
Jamisha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kris V.


Pittsburgh, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Adult Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am compassionate, caring and capable. Most recently, I served as a caregiver for an 82-year-old woman who needed to move to a nursing facility due to health reasons . For many years, I have assisted with caring for a special needs girl with my daughter who is a nurse and my 93-year-old mother-in-law who has dementia. My...
Kris can also help with: Personal care, dementia
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Pamela M.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Mom of 18 Yr Old Twins and Experience With ID Children Ready To Help You With Your Families Needs

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi,, I have over 20 years experience watching little ones. I myself have 26year-old twins, so I have experience with preemies and colic babies. I am comfortable with children of all ages. I also enjoyed when I worked with special needs children. I absolutely love to read and sing to the children. I know how hard it is to leave...
Pamela can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Heather G.


Cuddy, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Part-Time Or As Needed Day-Time Position

Single mother to a 5-year-old who had 10+ years of experience with special needs children/adults, infants, toddler, school-aged children. Looking for a day time position, while my son is in school that is part-time or as needed. Would prefer to watch the child in my home, that is pet friendly and child-proof within South...
Heather can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lori B.


Pittsburgh, PA

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher's Aide

I currently work full time as a Special Education Teacher's Aide in a high school setting. I support students as they move through their schedules and attend academic, art, physical education, and social classes. I work with students with autism, learning disabilities, down syndrome, ADHD, seizure disorders, and other diagnoses.
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Lauren G.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Love Working With Kids!!!

I work with special needs students at the Mount Lebanon High School. I love working with special needs students. They bring joy to my life in their sweet personalities and smiles. I love seeing the joy they get when they achieve a task.
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Christie K.


Canonsburg, PA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse experienced in Home Health care for 22years with adult patients and also worked in nursing home for 14 years. Worked with children with multiple types of special needs as well, Currently working at a school district. Wide range of clinical skills.
Christie can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, companionship, meal prep, specialized care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Victoria S.


Washington, PA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I have been working as a Therapeutic Support Staff Worker since November 2018. Each of my cases have been with kiddos on the spectrum and I have learned so much working with them. With my degree being in sociology I took many classes pertaining to all types of different diagnosis and I have finally been able to put it into...
Hello! I cared for both parents for 5+ years. I'm caring and generally fun to be around. I try to provide exercise and activities as appropriate and am a great listener. I love to cook! You can count on me to be reliable. If we could meet and decide if it's a great fit for both of us that would be great! Laura.
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Amanda T.


Canonsburg, PA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Experience With Pets And Animal

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Amanda! I am currently a stay at home mom but I have experience in a variety of areas. Prior to being a stay at home mom I was a Licensed Counselor, I currently have my LPC and have a Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I love children, and have two of my own. I have experience working with children...
Amanda can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Kelly M.


Bridgeville, PA

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter For At Least 7 Years, Experience Working With Special Needs Children

I have all of my clearances and am available to work as soon as possible. I have two nephews and a niece, now 13, 8 and 6, who I have been watching regularly since they were born. Between high school and college I have watched all ages. During those years, I have helped clean, transport where needed, get the children ready for...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Bella B.


Bridgeville, PA

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter And Child Development Major

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a current nanny and have been caring for children for almost 6 years now. I have experience with all age groups, from infants to middle schoolers, and I am comfortable and accepting of all children! I have a bachelor's degree in child development and family studies, and have experience in a classroom so I am always open to...
Bella can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Muse, PA

Katharine M.

5.0

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

- Tom H.

Julia T.

5.0

Interviewed Julia and found her very smart, compassionate and professional. Looking forward to having her help us when we need her to

- Amy D.

Kelly R.

3.0

We hired Kelly last summer and kept her on our caregiver backup list for almost a year. She was very intelligent,soft spoken and brought a lot of experience to the caregiver position. Lovely individual. The challenge that we encountered was her lack of availability and the time it took to return...

- Molly H.

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.

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.

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