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Brittany K.


Spring Church, PA

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

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7+ years hospital experience as an ultrasound tech, with the vast majority of my patients being elderly. I have worked with special needs patients, dementia and alzheimer's patients as well. I have always gotten along so well with my patients, I've had some bring me their own canned goods and one women brought me a book she...
Brittany can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Stephanie A.


Ford City, PA

$10-15/hr • 17 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

5.0

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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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

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Rachel E.


Ford City, PA

$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have experience in the home health 12 yrs . I had worked with special needs and elderly. Will to help with all housework and do errands if needed. Had several trainings Hoyer, lifts and transfer trainings infectious disease care medication preparation , hospice care Prefer overnight shifts. I have training in hoyers , lifts...
Rachel can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

My brother is a special needs child and my entire life, I've dedicated a lot of my time to take care of him. He means the world to me and someone with special needs can honestly change your entire outlook on life.
Hello! My name is Stephanie. I am 39 years old. I enjoy music, animals and my family. I love telling jokes and listening to people's stories. I am gentle natured but I adapt well with varying types of personalities. I have 18 years of experience working in healthcare. My first experience was working in a hospital setting as a...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

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Twila S.


Vandergrift, PA

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

We All Need Help Sometimes Right?

Hello I have done cna work for 10 years. I love helping those in need. I have seen many different special needs cases in the day care and nursing home I have worked at. I even have three kids two of them are special needs. I enjoy helping and making a difference in other peoples life's.

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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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: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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Kayla T.


Indiana, PA

$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Development and Family Relations. Currently, I am pursuing an online master's degree in elementary education. I have a lot experience working with children across various age groups, including school-age children, preschoolers, and...
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kayla is fantastic! She was wonderful with our special needs daughter, always on time, and easy to work with. Our little one was always sad to see her go, which is what you want to see. I'd definitely hire her again!"

Kyle T.

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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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & 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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Mary Beth D.


Murrysville, PA

$40/hr • 20 yrs exp

Need Child Care (special Needs) For The Summer?

SUMMER EMPLOYMENT ONLY I've been a teacher since 1990, special education since 2005. Mainly worked with young children, but have recently worked with older children. My first "real " job, YEARS ago, was as a live in nanny for 2 small boys in Baltimore. I also worked off and on at a tutoring center, taught subjects from basic...
Mary Beth can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

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Christine B.


New Kensington, PA

$15-30/hr

Part-time Caregiver/Nanny

I have watched my grandchildren from birth to preschool age. My grandson is now 12 years old and my granddaughter is 10 years old. I have driven a school bus/van for special needs children to early school age. I babysat two children ages 3-years to 6 months in their home their mother was a teacher until they had a third child...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Abigayle M.


Springdale, PA

$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have a bachelor's degree in Special Education and a master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. I've had a passion for individuals with special needs since a young age, and find so much enjoyment in helping others! I may be young, but I believe this to be an advantage due to my energetic and bubbly personality. :) My...
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Alexis J.


Adrian, PA

$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp

Babysitting!

Only have 3 years of paid experience under my belt as it was my job during early high school! Grew up with 5 siblings and now have two boys of my own! Often have my niece and nephews over along with other toddlers around my kids ages! Comfortable and have experience with special needs children and those with long term health...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Lauryn S.


New Kensington, PA

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

I am a 21-year-old mom of 2! I have worked healthcare since I've got out of highschool. I enjoy working with people who needs assistance on the daily. I've always worked in senior care homes or assisted living. I even worked at the hospital as a pct. While living in Indiana I worked at an in home facility for people with...
I love working with children and in the past decade have worked several years as a nanny and a daycare worker. I have a big heart for seeing each child as an individual and helping to meet their needs. I also have experience working with several special needs families. I enjoy bringing warmth and love to the whole family and to...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning
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Amanda M.


Delmont, PA

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Home Health Registered Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. My name is Amanda and I have 20+ years as a Registered Nurse in vast settings. I prefer the home setting because it allows more one on one attention and care. Please reach out so we can talk about how I can assist you care for your loved one. Thank you!
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Theresa C.


Indiana, PA

$10-15/hr

Passion For Helping Special Needs Individuals!

My name is Theresa and I graduated from WVU in 2018. I spent 3 years as an English teacher and now I am working with at-risk students at the middle school level. I am originally from New Jersey but have been living in Indiana, PA for about two years now and am loving the area. I have experience with children from 4 months old...
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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Mollie S.


Sarver, PA

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny/Babysitter

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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Spring Church, PA

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.

Kayla T.

5.0

Kayla is fantastic! She was wonderful with our special needs daughter, always on time, and easy to work with. Our little one was always sad to see her go, which is what you want to see. I'd definitely hire her again!

- Kyle T.

Amanda C.

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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