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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Tarentum, PA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Tarentum, PA

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Brooke K.


Tarentum, PA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Child Caregiver

5.0

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Hi, I'm Brooke! I am a stay at home mother with 2 children home with me during the day. My availability will depend on if you are comfortable with me caring for your children in my home. I have experience caring for individuals with special needs and had my CNA for several years. I have had training in First Aid and CPR, I also...
Brooke can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"She is an excellent mom and nanny!"

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For the last 3 years, I have been employed with Wesley Family Services, helping clients living with intellectual and developmental disabilities adapt to different environments and situations. I provided physical, mental and emotional support to meet the individual needs of each and every person. When caring for those who have...
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Ellisyn M.


Gibsonia, PA

$30-45/hr8 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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Rachel F.


Allison Park, PA

$15-25/hr6 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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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Amanda C.


New Kensington, PA

$10-25/hr5 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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & 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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Allyson R.


Saxonburg, PA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Summer Babysitter :)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Ally I am currently a school counselor for grades 7-9! I graduated from Slippery Rock University with my bachelors degree in early childhood education/special education and my masters degree in school counseling. I have a large background working with children with special needs. I grew up the oldest of 5 kids, so...
Allyson can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Ally was amazing! She was perfect in an unusual event (a wedding!) with our rambunctious toddler twins! I would highly recommend her for any situation!"

Susie L.

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Kathy C.


New Kensington, PA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Mature, Nurturing Childcare + Play And Encouragement

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have provided childcare in my home and in childcare centers. I worked as a special education paraprofessional for 12 years at a local school district. I have experience with all ages of children from newborn through high school and am comfortable caring for children with special needs. I enjoy caring for children and know the...
Kathy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kathy is wonderful! She's warm and friendly and my son loves her. If she wasn't already hired by another family I would've hired her long term, for sure!"

Christina M.

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Gretchen M.


Verona, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny Looking For An Awesome Family.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello parent(s), I am a reliable and compassionate nanny who has been caring for children of all ages. Proven ability to provide a safe and nurturing environment, while also engaging children in educational fun and creative play. Have a very strong protective instinct. I love my children as though they are my own. Skills:...
Gretchen can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
5.0
"Gretchen T is a treasure. She cared for our daughter when I returned to work after my maternity leave in January 2021. She was our nanny for one year. Gretchen is highly experienced as a caregiver. She is a grandmother of six and has been responsible for...

Catalina P.

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Genna G.


Verona, PA

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Loving, Nurturing And Patient Care Giver

I have worked as a teacher for 8 years and worked in the classroom with many special needs students, it always gave me great pleasure. After needing a much needed break from teaching, I started to work as a support coordinator with individuals with Autism, helping them manage daily tasks. It was my favorite. I believe that in...
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Mollie S.


Sarver, PA

$10-20/hr5 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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Haley T.


Allison Park, PA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

As Needed Child Care

I have taken care of children my whole life. I started baby sitting when I was 12. I then worked at a gym daycare. I have experience watching 4 kids on my own. I am an active pharmacist in retail pharmacy, I have a CPR certification. I work most days but am looking for someone who needs help watching their children and giving my...
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Pamela S.


Allison Park, PA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny with Experience Caring for Children with Special Needs Seeks FT Position in Pittsburgh and Northern Suburbs

I have a BS degree in Education of Exceptional Children. I have experience caring for a child with cerebral palsy and severe developmental delays. After meeting with his physical therapist, I assisted with home stretching exercises. I also made use of communication boards. I also have experience dealing with severe food...
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Maureen S.


Verona, PA

$17-36/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Compassionate, Competent

Greetings ! Thanks for looking at my profile . Things to know about me -Worked for over 30 years with children including kids/adults with special needs -BA in psych, studied education 2 1/2 yrs. -currently do bereavement full time M-F -well versed in geriatrics and case management - pet sitting history of 15+ years ,...
Maureen can also help with: Grocery shopping
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Mollie S.


Sarver, PA

$15-20/hr5 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...
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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Gabby G.


New Kensington, PA

$13-15/hr3 yrs exp

Hey, It's Gabby!

I'm able to cook, clean, and help with schoolwork. I also know how to work with special needs children.
Gabby can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
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Maureen S.


Verona, PA

$5-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

-Worked with autism/special needs for 20 years.
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Domenica T.


New Kensington, PA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hello, My name is Domenica! I am 28 and currently work full time during the week. During High School until my junior year of college I nannyed for a family of three children. When I started working for the family I was watching the 2-year-old boy and the mother was pregnant with twins. When the twin girls were born I started...
Domenica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Marla B.


Springdale, PA

$17-21/hr3 yrs exp

I have a lot of experience working with children. I babysat toddlers back in grade school as my mother ran a daycare business. I have worked at grade schools as an instructional assistant, sub-teacher, and paraprofessional and worked with children with special needs. My most recent nanny job was caring for a 3-month-old infant...
Marla can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Marla was great! She was our nanny for 2 months. She took care of our 3 month old when I went back to work, just before we moved. In addition to taking care of our baby she helped with laundry, dishes, loved on our 2 large dogs, and every once in a while she helped...

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Shannon K.


New Kensington, PA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Full-Time Special Needs Care Provider

I have a heart for individuals with special needs, I always have. I have had several friends throughout my life that have special needs and through them, I have just loved what I have learned and have gained such a heart for individuals with special needs. I enjoy making them smile, and doing whatever I can to make their day...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tarentum, PA

Brooke K.

5.0

Brook is great! My daughter loved her and her kids a lot! They had a blast playing together!

- Nadine M.

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.

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.

Allyson R.

5.0

Ally was amazing! She was perfect in an unusual event (a wedding!) with our rambunctious toddler twins! I would highly recommend her for any situation!

- Susie L.

Kathy C.

5.0

Kathy is wonderful! She's warm and friendly and my son loves her. If she wasn't already hired by another family I would've hired her long term, for sure!

- Christina M.

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