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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Oakdale, PA

The average rate is $24/hr as of November 2024

The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Oakdale, PA

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Elizabeth D.


Oakdale, PA

$24-30/hr6 yrs exp

Registered Nurse At Your Service

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I have 6 years working with epileptic, ASD, and special needs children at a local hospital. I am particularly experienced with pediatric seizure disorders and emergency situations. Please reach out with any questions. I would love to help.
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Mariah K.


Midway, PA

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Spring Summer Caregiver - College Student

5.0

(2)

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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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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Catherine Z.


Pittsburgh, PA

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Part/Full-Time Nanny (During School And Summer)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Currently filling a full time position. Best of luck! Hi! I'm a Yankee/Southerner, with family in Connecticut, Missouri, & Texas. I have 20 years of overall experience with children. I have a passion for arts and crafts and used to teach ceramics to children 2-14-year-olds for 3 years. As a teenager I babysat children of...
Catherine can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Caty is a professional nanny. Reliable, trustworthy, on time, honest and flexible. She would do light housework, prepare meals, pick up the kids and take them to their activities and send us lots of videos of their activities, prepare dinner, read, help with...

Roshni F.

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Lindsey C.


Coraopolis, PA

$20-23/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking For Weeknight/weekend Babysitting Opportunity

Hi! My name is Lindsey. I am currently a full time nanny M-F to a 2 and a half year old little girl, and have been with her since she was 4 months old. She is my absolute best friend! We spend our days walking to the park to play on the swings and climb the jungle gyms, as well as daily outings to museums, play groups,...
Lindsey can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Lindsey has been our daughter’s nanny for 15+ months. She started when our daughter was 4 months old, and my daughter absolutely adores her (as do we)! Lindsey does a phenomenal job engaging my toddler with books, songs, crafts, games, and outdoor play- never...

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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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Ja' Net M.


Pittsburgh, PA

$26-35/hr10 yrs exp

Certified CNA

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been involved in the care giving industry since I was in high school. I have been a certified CNA since 2000. I have worked in several Skilled Nursing Facilities and in Home Care Agency as well. I have been promoted to management positions teaching HHA, and CNAs on how to be more empathetic about being caregiver. As a...
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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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Andrea W.


Pittsburgh, PA

$19-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! I am a Nursing student looking to find part time work while I attend school. I adore kids and would love to help families out when I can! I am experienced/certified in CPR, Medication, special needs, infants, and first aide. My availability changes every so often because of the type of nursing program I am in. If you...
Andrea can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Oniella T.


McKees Rocks, PA

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

And Public Health Specialist

I hold a bachelor's degree in Special Education and have over five years of experience teaching in the classroom. Throughout my career, I have worked closely with students with Autism, Down syndrome, Angelman syndrome, and a variety of other physical and cognitive impairments. My passion for education and dedication to...
Oniella can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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: Dementia, personal care
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Briyith R.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-18/hr7 yrs exp

Child Care

I consider myself a responsible and dedicated person, always following the rules and respecting others. I am passionate about contributing to the well-being and development of children. I have extensive experience as a nanny and volunteer, filled with many rewarding moments. I hold certifications in various areas, including...
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Lindsay S.


Muse, PA

$13-20/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Zoo Handler

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, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Denise C.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have done home health care for 25 years and I have worked with special needs adults for the past five years with the state, I have also accompanied families on vacation to help with their loved one's.
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Loren D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced PCA

Once I graduated high school, I began working for Easter Seals Child Development Center -- a facility largely based around children with special needs. In addition to being a teacher, I was a personal care-aide for a young boy with autism, global delays, and sensory processing disorder. I accompanied him to his various...
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Andrea W.


Pittsburgh, PA

$18-19/hr3 yrs exp

I am experienced in almost all categories on the special needs spectrum. I have worked with blind clients, deaf clients, dementia clients, down syndrome clients, etc. I am also experienced in working with young/elderly. I am CPR/First Aid trained by American Red cross. I am able to feed and bathe. I am fully vaccinated. I love...
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Lauren G.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Fun Moments With Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I do not have children of my own, but I love spending time with other peoples children. I feel that I am making a difference in their lives. I have over 15 years of experience dealing with children. I have worked with special needs children and now working at after school program. I love the opportunity to come up with teaching...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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...
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Erin T.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Major With Over 15 Years Experience

My name is Erin & I've got over 15 years experience caring for people with special needs. I like to tell people I've cared for people as old as 92 and as young as 6 months
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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I am currently studying special education at West Chester University, but have lots of experience as I have a twin brother with disabilities. I have worked at summer camps for special needs children since I was 16 and have been exposed to many types of cognitive and physical disabilities.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Oakdale, PA

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.

Catherine Z.

5.0

Caty is a professional nanny. Reliable, trustworthy, on time, honest and flexible. She would do light housework, prepare meals, pick up the kids and take them to their activities and send us lots of videos of their activities, prepare dinner, read, help with homework, and get them ready for bed....

- Roshni F.

Lindsey C.

5.0

Lindsey has been our daughter’s nanny for 15+ months. She started when our daughter was 4 months old, and my daughter absolutely adores her (as do we)! Lindsey does a phenomenal job engaging my toddler with books, songs, crafts, games, and outdoor play- never screen time. She is so patient, caring,...

- Care member

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.

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