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Mollie S.


Sarver, PA

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny/Babysitter

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I am currently a special education major at SRU. I have taken coursework devoted to working with special needs students. I also have a special needs brother so am very sensitive to not only the needs of the special needs child but also of their sibling(s). I also was President of my high school's child development class and...
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Tammera B.


Sarver, PA

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

A Registered Behavior Technician

Hi My name is Tammera, I was a Medicaid provider for intellectuals with developmental disabilities in the state of Florida. I have many years experience certifications working with individuals with disabilities. Looking to help those in need of my services. Looking forward to new challenges.
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Mollie S.


Sarver, PA

$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Summer (May-August) Babysitter/Nanny/Special Needs

I am currently a junior in college majoring in early childhood education and special education. I have taken many child development classes, and have had a lot of first hand experience with school age children in the field. In addition, I have been a summer nanny for the last two summers. One summer I was a nanny for four...
Mollie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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

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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: Live-in home care, companionship, hospice services, dementia, home modification, light cleaning & 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.

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Agnes O.


Saxonburg, PA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have been a caregiver for those with special needs for several years. It has been a educational experience both for me and to those I take care of. It has helped me to bring the best in them, respect them and accept them for who they are. I have taken care of those with different needs and it has been a successful experience....
5.0
"Agnes saw my need on care.com and even though she herself can not care for my son she has gone above and beyond to find me someone who can help me. She is an angel. And if I could I would hire her in a heartbeat."

Carole B.

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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Sandra B.


Butler, PA

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi my name is Sandra! I have worked with kids for over 10 years now. I am currently a paraprofessional I work with special needs children in a High-school. I love seeing how special needs children function daily and how their brains work. I love that every day is different and for our autism kids our schedules have to stay the...
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Blair B.


Butler, PA

$15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Blair Bowen

My name is Blair and I'm a rising junior at the University of Pittsburgh! I study Developmental Psychology with the hopes of going on to receive my doctorate in Occupational Therapy and work with special needs children. I love working with kids and am looking to get some summer work and experience! I'd describe my personality...
Blair can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Cristal B.


Leechburg, PA

$18-21/hr • 7 yrs exp

Specialized Care

I was a Girl Scout leader for 10 years & I specialized in working with students with ADHD & autism. I have first aid training & CPR certification. I have a background check & child clearances. Non smoker with an excellent driving record. I raised two children of my own. I have worked as a nanny and a caregiver for the elderly. I...
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Rachel F.


Allison Park, PA

$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Energetic College Student Looking To Babysit!

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: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel was an amazing sitter. She arrived early to discuss our son’s regiments and needs. She also knew exactly what to do when he woke up coughing in the middle of the night due to his CF. We highly recommend Rachel, and look forward to her watching our son again....

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Stephanie A.


Ford City, PA

$10-15/hr • 17 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting since the age of 13. I have worked in a day care setting before with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. I have also babysat/nannied for several different families over the years with children ages 6 weeks up to 13 years of age. I have some experience working with special needs as well.
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Stephanie was great. Our kids had a good time with her and she communicated well with us."

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Sarah C.


Murrysville, PA

$15-17/hr • 4 yrs exp

Your Future Babysitter

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: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sarah has an immediate connection to kids. She communicates with them on a level they understand and appreciate. In addition to being responsible and punctual, she gives them her full attention and genuinely enjoys the time she spends with them."

Christine Z.

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Hannah O.


Evans City, PA

$8-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am 22-years-old. I go to Slippery Rock University. I come from a very large family. Having about 15 younger cousins has given me plenty of practice. I have been taking care of/babysitting my niece from when she was about 6 months until now (5-years-old). I babysit 3 of my cousins occasionally (twins-11 years old and a...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Hannah is a very caring person. She is very responsible and reliable, she really enjoys taking care of kids."

Craig D.

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Kay D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$25/hr • 14 yrs exp

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I'm college educated in Early Education and Child development, coupled with children with special needs. I love working with kids and helping out their families. I been working with children in some form since 2005. I have reliable transportation to and from work. I can start as soon as you want. I'm Covid-19 vaccinated.
Kay can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Kay was punctual and flexible. She did great with my little one and came up with fun activities to do. She communicates well and verifies allergens etc. I would definitely recommend and re-hire anytime."

Thom S.

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Brooke P.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Special Needs Behavioral Therapist And Parent Coach

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a developmental and behavioral professional with over a decade of experience working with families to improve daily living, solve conflict, and avoid breakdown. I believe every family can benefit from simple, tried and true techniques using a casual non-judgemental approach. In 2016, I earned a Master's degree in Applied...
5.0
"I really cannot say enough about Brooke! She is great with my 2 kids and they absolutely adore her. She is always on time and extremely professional. She always has fun activities in mind for the day which results in me always coming home to happy kids! She has...

Caitlin M.

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Ellisyn M.


Gibsonia, PA

$30-45/hr • 8 yrs exp

An Adapted Physical Activity Graduate And Teacher

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...
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Amanda C.


New Kensington, PA

$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Lots Of Experience! Absolutely Love Children! Available Afternoons On Weekdays And All Weekends!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting since I was 15. In high school, I did community service, helping children with special needs in the classroom. I love playing games and keeping kids entertained! I'd love to read to them and take them to the park or zoo. I am currently employed full time, but would like a little bit of extra income. I'm...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Amanda is great! My son loves to have her stay with him. She has also helped out with my dog. She is extremely personable, reliable and trustworthy. I would recommend Amanda for any of your needs. "

Ann W.

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Holly B.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving, Nurturing, Educational Nanny

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Holly and I am a mom of two children: ages 15 and 17. I have over 12 years of professional childcare experience. I am a very nurturing, energetic, creative and reliable childcare provider. Prior to having my children, I worked for 10 years in higher education. I have a B. A. in English Studies and a minor in...
Holly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Holly has been a fantastic sitter to our son for about year now, since he was about 7 months. We previously had him at a daycare that was poorly run by a bully of a woman, so we knew bad caregivers and were sensitive to finding someone who could be an ally. Holly...

Kira C.

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Cara C.


Mars, PA

$26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced And Adventurous Caregiver

Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood

I am a recently retired teacher with over 30 years of educating elementary aged children including special needs and ESL. I'm used to managing groups of 25 children for 8 different lessons throughout the day so multitasking and management are my specialties. My passion is to share my love for nature, adventure, and compassion...
Cara can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

3.0
"It's hard to give an excellent rating as I haven't met Cara or saw her vehicle."

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sarver, 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.

Agnes O.

5.0

Agnes saw my need on care.com and even though she herself can not care for my son she has gone above and beyond to find me someone who can help me. She is an angel. And if I could I would hire her in a heartbeat.

- Carole B.

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.

Stephanie A.

5.0

Stephanie was great. Our kids had a good time with her and she communicated well with us.

- Care member

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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