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169 special needs caregivers are listed in Pittsburgh, PA

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Pittsburgh, PA

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Theresa K.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny Looking For A Part Time Job

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have taken care of children for most of my life. I have 8 younger siblings, all of whom have medical special needs and I've taken care of a woman with spina bifida and learning difficulties for the past two years. I have also helped with homeschooleing my younger sister and taught classes at elementary schools as part of my...
Theresa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I have 5+ years of experience working with children of all ages. I have my Associates Degree in Early Education and Child Development! I also am a teacher in a Childcare Center where I primarily work in the infant room. However, I also work as an assistant preschool teacher! I also have quite a bit of experience working with our...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Emily P.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

Speech Therapist Looking For Babysitting Job

Hi, my name is Emily! I'm a speech therapist currently working at a nursing home. I have seven years of experience working with kids as a teacher's aide, babysitter, day care employee, and day camp counselor. I have experience with all age groups, as well as children with special needs. I'd describe my personality as patient,...
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Theresa D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$30-38/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Theresa. I have an Associates degree in Nursing. I nanny in my free time as it is something that I love to do! My experience includes preemie/newborn through teenage. . I have additional training/certifications in children with special needs. I am CPR/AED certified and hold additional certifications. References...
Theresa can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kelly C.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Responsible Sitter With 8+ Years Experience

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, Families! I am a senior at the University of Pittsburgh studying Psychology and Education. I live in Shadyside and am currently looking for part-time child care/occasional date night positions. I have 8+ years of experience in child care as a... - Live-in special needs nanny (concentrated experience working with children...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jill R.


Pittsburgh, PA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Evenings And Weekends

I worked as personal student assistant to elementary students with special needs for 6 years. I was also an elementary school substitute teacher. I have a Master's degree and work full time at Carnegie Mellon University. I also work as Childcare supervisor at a church nursery every Sunday. I am looking for weekend babysitting...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Susan I've been doing babysitting and elderly Care for most of my adult life. I guess professionally probably for about 12 years. I worked with a lot of different type of special needs. Enjoy caring for people kids elderly. I've been a natural caregiver my whole life I guess it's just part of who I am. Reliable...
Susan can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for the past 17 years & worked for some wonderful families. I've watched up to 6 children at a time from newborn up to high school age. I also have special needs experience. Whether it's helping a new mom transition back to work, developing/maintaining a child's schedule, helping to reach developmental...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Megan H.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny/Etc.

I am Megan, a student at the University of Pittsburgh's College of Business Administration and David C. Frederick Honors College. I am pursuing a Bachelor in Business Administration with majors in Marketing and Finance, as well as an Honors Degree. I have babysit since I was a freshman in high school, up until this past...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Alexis L.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Senior & People With Special Needs Caretaker/ Tutor!

Hi! I am a professional actress who just moved back home to Pittsburgh from NYC and looking for flexible work as I continue to perform! I'm a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant in PA and have multiple years of senior care/ special needs experience. Also, growing up with a big brother with physical and mental disabilities and...
Alexis can also help with: Respite care, personal care
Skills:

CNA

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Theresa D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$30-38/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Theresa. I have an Associates degree in Nursing. I have over 10 years experience in private duty/ home care. I have additional certifications in medically complex/special needs children and adults with dementia/alzheimers~ I am CPR/AED certified and have all clearances. References available upon request. Please...
Theresa can also help with: Dementia, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Denise C.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Been Doing This For 25 + Years

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am reliable honest, and people have trusting me with their loved ones and homes for over 25 years, and that is a very big responsibility, I also work for the state with special needs adults, I have all my clearances, so I'm up to date on all my health care, and my vehicle is properly insured and safe, I hope look forward to...
Denise can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

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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

Alyssa R.


Pittsburgh, PA

$14-24/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have worked with special needs children through 24-hour home care, as well as have had plenty of experience in a sever special needs classroom

Maggy H.


Pittsburgh, PA

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

Aspiring Special Educator

Hello there! My name is Maggy and I would love to help your family and care for your loved one(s). I am a sophomore at Point Park University studying Early Childhood & Special Education! Working as a caregiver would be a great experience for me as well as helping provide a safe, nurturing, and fun environment while you're away...
I have two years of experience caring for children with special needs ranging from Down Syndrome, mild to severe ASD, Cerebral Palsy, quadriplegics, seizure disorders, tube-dependents (from G-tubes, J-tubes and tracheostomies) and many more. I make it my mission every day to cater to each child's needs while also promoting as...

Chantae R.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant Full-time

CPR certified. Experience shower, grooming, dressing, toilet, transfers, higher lifting, light housekeeping, laundry, meal prep & med assist or Reminded if needed!

Sabrice T.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Mature Experienced Caregiver

I have several years of experience caring for people with special needs. My sister, whom I provided care for, is blind, developmentally delayed, and cannot speak. Presently I am attending college part time pursuing a nursing degree.

Angele H.


Pittsburgh, PA

$25-36/hr10 yrs exp

I am currently in my 10th year as a teacher! I have a a teaching certification for elementary as well as special education. I recently graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a Masters of Education in Instruction and Learning with a specialization in early childhood intervention. I also received an Autism certificate...

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

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Pittsburgh, PA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 77 reviews of the 169 listed special needs caregivers.