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171 special needs caregivers are listed in Pittsburgh, PA

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Pittsburgh, PA

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Catherine Z.


Pittsburgh, PA

$27/hr10 yrs exp

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

5.0

(6)

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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: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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Amanda N.


Pittsburgh, PA

$25-30/hr15 yrs exp

3.3

(4)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a compassionate and experienced childcare provider with a true passion for supporting children's growth and development. With 15 years of experience, I have honed my skills in creating a nurturing and enriching environment for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My formal education and coursework in Early Child...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

4.0
"My 2 year old son enjoyed it when she was over to watch him. She would get him up and feed him. Sometimes she would even help out by cleaning up around the house and did laundry. She had some transportation issues but we worked around that. She was available...

Merideth L.

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Leah R.


Pittsburgh, PA

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Healthcare Worker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

*newborn care specialist* 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 care for your little ones from the very...
Leah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

Early Education

5.0
"Leah's focus was on my grandson , which is what I hired her to do . She was patient with him ( he's having some emotional problems) but she was so very kind & understanding . She took him for walks when the weather permitted & even into the wooded areas when it...

Marcella K.

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Shannon C.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have a masters degree in autism education from the University of Kansas. Have been a teacher for the past 15 years in the field of special education.
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Bobbie H.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

I worked in a daycare/after school setting for 10 years caring for children from 2-school age with special needs. I am well versed in Autism, ADHD and OCD. I have close family members that are diagnosed with these conditions including my 14 year son and we highly believe that it is an ABILITY not a disability. I am a non smoker...
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Madilyn D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver For Special Needs

I work at a psychiatric institute specializing in Autism and other intellectual disabilities such as Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, and Down Syndrome. I love my job and I want to keep caring for those with special needs.
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Brittany D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs

I'm here to help! From organizing or sorting to time management and dressing, I'm here to help!!!!!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've had many years experience with special needs and autism. I love helping and experiencing the things they love.
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Kaylynn P.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver For All Ages

I have lived in Pittsburgh, PA for almost 10 years and worked as a PA Certified Supports Broker for a local non profit. I taught adult daily living and social skills to youth transitioning into adulthood with intellectual disabilities. I have 24 years of experience working with all ranges of disabilities from age 3 to 107! I...
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Katelyn Z.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Available

Senior nursing student looking to help those in need over my extended winter break. I have completed all except one semester of nursing school and am excited to use my skills to help others.
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Ashley O.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-50/hr2 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible, And Dependable Special Needs Caretaker

I have worked hard in the education field and as a childcare provider with children and adults with special needs. I also have experience with older adults that have special needs. Both groups I have provided constant care, whether in supporting personal growth in daily activities or redirection when needed.
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Cynthia L.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special needs provider

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with 3 families for over 5 years. I have been with one family until he was put into group home permanently. I feel that continuity is important when dealing with special needs children.
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Bevin B.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-26/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Volunteer Seeking People To Assist

Hello! I started volunteering with special needs kids in the mid-90s while working with my mom who is a Speech Therapist. I really enjoy working with people and their families bring to them highest quality of care. I treat everyone that I work with as if they are my own family.
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Allysa S.


Pittsburgh, PA

$14-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education/Emotional Support/ABA/RBT

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...
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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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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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Amanda V.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Certified Special Education Teacher

Hey there! My name is Amanda and I have been a Special Educator for 2 years. I've worked a variety of classrooms including Life Skills, Learning Support, Emotional Support, and Hearing Support. I specialize in students with Autism, ADHD, and emotional disorders. I've worked with students ranging from K-12 and have specific...
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Dominique V.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Caring Professional Hoping To Help Out Part Time When Needed.

Hello! My name is Dominique and I am a caring individual hoping to help out families when needed. I am a full time employee at western psychiatric hospital. I have worked on the autism and intellectual disabilities floor for a little over a year now and love what I do. I am a therapist and assist with aspects of daily living,...
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Alexa B.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

As an educator, I regularly have students in my classroom with special needs. I also have caregiving experience in which I cared for the elderly.
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Lily M.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I have a year of work experience in applied behavior analysis with children diagnosed with autism and ADHD. I currently work as a case case counselor for children.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Pittsburgh, PA

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.

Amanda N.

5.0

I myself and my family have hired Amanda for many things. She has always been on time and stayed longer if needed. She always does an amazing job. No matter if it was for housekeeping or watching my son or my pets and she has also helped care for my grandmother. We all love her and haven't found...

- Tasia L.

Leah R.

5.0

Leah's focus was on my grandson , which is what I hired her to do . She was patient with him ( he's having some emotional problems) but she was so very kind & understanding . She took him for walks when the weather permitted & even into the wooded areas when it wasn't muddy -he absolutely loved it &...

- Marcella K.

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Ratings for Pittsburgh, PA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Pittsburgh, PA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 66 reviews of the 171 listed special needs caregivers.