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Special needs caregivers in Trafford, PA
Kelly D.
Trafford, PA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Rehabilitation Nurse With LOTS Of Special Needs Experience
I am a Registered Nurse at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. I graduated in May 2019 from IUP. I am CPR certified. In high school, I was a leader in many different ways. I was the editor of the school's yearbook, captain of the color guard, an assistant teacher of young children at Dance Studio, and I took a preschool...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with special needs children all my life and prefer to work with children who are diagnosed as being autistic or on the autism spectrum. I worked at St. Peter's Child Development Center and the DePaul Institute for the hearing impaired. Most recently I was employed as a research assistant in the Neurophysiology...
5.0
(3)
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & 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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Chynna. I am writing to express my interest in a special needs position. It is with great enthusiasm that I write this letter hoping to gain additional experience as a caregiver. I have past experience working with special needs children; as a camp counselor, a teacher's assistant, and as well as in my own home. As a...
5.0
"Chynna came to clean my house, she was very respectful and did a good job with housekeeping. She was detailed and thorough!"
Mehvish S.
Kelly S.
Jeannette, PA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello I have been a HHA for almost 12 years now. I have a passion and a love for what I do. I've been helping seniors since I was little including my own grandparents. I have experience with Dementia Alzheimer's diabetes, MS, ALS stroke, Parkinson's, special needs, disabled, blind, . I have worked with a lot of hospice patients/...
Kelly can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Kelly was wonderful! She did 7 night shifts with my mother. Very kind and calming with my mother. Highly skilled. She even curled my mother's hair which was a big hit. I would hire her again. (I also called 2 references before I hired Kelly, and they loved her...
Roberta R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I am a chef by trade that works a seasonal job and am looking to be a part time nanny from the months of November - April. I have babysat up to three children, ages ranging from newborn-6 years old in the past. I was previously employed as a social worker working with children of all ages, primarily preschool, who...
Csilla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Csilla is wonderful with our children! She is very patient and kind. My 3 year old looks forward to the fun crafts or games that she has planned for the day. I feel very comfortable leaving my children with her."
Danielle C.
Emilia P.
Pittsburgh, PA
$26-34/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced, Educated, Fun And Crafty Part Time Nanny Looking For A Second Part Time Position.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of experience working as a full time nanny. I have worked with new born infants, toddlers, school age kids, and teenagers.
In college and grad school I was a lifeguard, taught swim lessons to kids 3 to 8yrs, and held the American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification. I have held certifications in...
Emilia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emilia is FANTASTIC and has been a wonderful addition to our family. She is trustworthy, and great with our two daughters. I cannot express how confidently I recommend Emilia. She is THE best!!!"
Andrew T.
Shannon C.
Pittsburgh, PA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Specialize In Working With Children With Autism And Special Needs
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a licensed behavior specialist that works daily with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. I have years of experience as a teacher as well as a behavior specialist that enjoys working directly with children. I have extensive experience babysitting/nannying typical children as well as children with special...
Shannon can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Samson J.
Pittsburgh, PA
$10-22/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a caring and experienced childcare provider with 9 years of experience, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patient, calm, and creative personality allows me to connect with children of all ages. I believe in open communication with parents and regularly provide updates about their child's...
Samson can also help with: Meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Samson worked with my teenage special needs son with absolute patience and kindness. He was always on time, was flexible with our ever-changing schedule and even meet me at my son's activity, to bring him home so I could take my daughter to her activity when it...
Nina W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Shania! I am 28 and have a BS is psychology. Prior to this, I was a behavior specialist for adults with disabilities in a residential program, then worked on Allegheny county's Dual Diagnosis Treatment team for individuals with ID and acute mental health care needs. I found my way to this field through a summer...
5.0
"We hired Shania through the care app to babysit our 3 boys (one on the autism spectrum). Our boys love her! She sticks to the routine and always arrives on time. We appreciate how much she plays with our children and meets their needs. I highly recommend Shania!"
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Taylor H.
Irwin, PA
$8-20/hr
I've worked with clients that are blind, hearing loss, dementia, and clients who are completely wheelchair bound, i've worked with bed ridden clients, and special need clients, I love to care for others and help them with daily activities, meds, outings, errands, meals, and cleaning, and bathing
Taylor can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Trisha P.
Pittsburgh, PA
$22-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have worked with children and adults with disabilities ranging from ADHD to Spina Bifida, and many in between. I am experienced in personal and incontinence care such as dressing, feeding, bathing, and toileting. I am also trained in wound care.
Taylor H.
Irwin, PA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a very energetic and loving person, ive been in the medical field for 5 years now, im very cautious and safe, ive worked with special need clients before, and I used to volunteer for murdox which is a facility where clients are left with hardly any family and you go there and spend the day with them and play games and eat...
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...
Assist surgeons with many different special needs patients to completely satisfy their medical care.
At different times in my life, I have been a caregiver to seniors, infants, adults with varying physical and mental disabilities, school aged children, and everyone's pets! It is what I enjoy and feel I am called to do. Most recently, I was a DSP for Deaf adults with developmental disabilities. I have my Associate's in American...
With an impressive four years of childcare experience, I am a dedicated and reliable professional passionate about providing comprehensive supervision for your children. I am proficient in creating educational and engaging activities that are fun and promote literacy, social-emotional learning, STEM, art, mentoring, and...
Jamya can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello I have worked with several individuals over the years that have had speech/behavioral/ physical/mental/sensory disorders/ADHD/Autism/Asperger's / including my niece who's 15 with sensory disorders and my husband who is autistic with Asperger's. My full time job I specialize as an adult caregiver to my clients who mainly...
Theresa T.
Pittsburgh, PA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I work in Behavioral Health and have been in the Medical field for over 20 years. My skills are as follows: Direct patient care, Dementia, Psychiatric care, Alzheimer's, Activity of daily living assistance, wheelchair to bed/wheelchair to chair transfer, wound care, incontinence care along with med reminders. With my 20 years of...
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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Trafford, PA
Sarah C.
5.0
Sarah brought activities and planned outings to keep my kids occupied this summer. I definitely recommend her.
- Joann K.
Chynna W.
5.0
Chynna came to clean my house, she was very respectful and did a good job with housekeeping. She was detailed and thorough!
- Mehvish S.
Kelly S.
5.0
Kelly was wonderful! She did 7 night shifts with my mother. Very kind and calming with my mother. Highly skilled. She even curled my mother's hair which was a big hit. I would hire her again. (I also called 2 references before I hired Kelly, and they loved her also).
- Roberta R.
Csilla T.
5.0
Csilla is wonderful with our children! She is very patient and kind. My 3 year old looks forward to the fun crafts or games that she has planned for the day. I feel very comfortable leaving my children with her.
- Danielle C.
Emilia P.
5.0
Emilia is a longtime friend of the family and has worked part-time as a nanny for our daughter E since E was an infant. She is now four. First the basics: Emilia is dependable, punctual, and flexible. She keeps her commitments, is always ready for E when we drop her off, and adds extra hours or...
- Beth R.
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