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Justin B.


McKeesport, PA

$15-25/hr

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Hey there I'm Justin! I am currently pursuing my masters degree in clinical mental health counseling and I have my bachelor's degree in psychology. In the past I have worked an internship doing behavior support services in an elementary school and implementing applied behavior analysis treatment plans. Because of this...
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Miles E.


Jeannette, PA

$24-30/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Tutor Available.

Since the age of 18, I have assisted in numerous ways in helping individuals with special needs. I have acted as a Special Education Aide, a camp counselor working with students with special needs, and am currently a teacher in the Pittsburgh Area who works with special needs students in and out of my classroom. My passion is...
Hi my name is Justice I love working with kids I am currently employed at a nursing home right now and I am in nursing school now.
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Ashley S.


McKeesport, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

Hi my name is Ashley and I have been working in the healthcare field for the last 10 years. I have experience from skilled nursing to home healthcare working with individuals with different types of dementia and intellectual disabilities from mild to severe. Some of my responsibilities have been such things as meal prep,...
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Jennifer M.


West Mifflin, PA

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Compassionate Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a caring, compassionate, and nurturing nanny who has 15+ years experience caring for infants through preschoolers. I have credentials as a teacher's aide through Pittsburgh, PA school districts assisting special needs students with their daily school routine and am 9 credits away from an Associate's degree as an...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lisa S.


Monroeville, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Nanny With Medical Needs Experience

Hello I'm a nanny who also has experience with children who are differently abled. I have experience with children with asthma/ODD/ADD/Bipolar/GI Tubes/Downs Syndrome and Autism. I am very patient and recently took a course on Positive Discipline Strategies. I am experienced with texture sensitivity and have helped families with...
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Blythe B.


Pittsburgh, PA

$18-27/hr1 yrs exp

SLP Looking For Summer Work

Hello! My name is Blythe and I am a school-based speech language pathologist looking for summer work :) I have all clearances + PA state teaching license. (CPR/BLS certified)
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Ariane C.


West Mifflin, PA

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend Sitter Available!

Hi! My name is Ari! I have 12 years of experience! I am CPR and First Aid certified ! I also have 4 years of teaching experience along with special need experience as well! I love working with kids and have experience with all ages between 6 months-15 years old! I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping! I look...
Ariane can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

As a nurturing caregiver with a passion for supporting families, I'm excited to bring my experience and skills to your home. My journey into childcare began with previous babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of caring for children and the positive impact I could have on their lives. Patient and calm, I create a...
Maisy can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hello, I am a 47-year-old female. I am a mother of two grown daughters and a grandmother of a 2-year-old granddaughter and 9-year-old grandson. I Watch them both during the week. I don't have any formal training but have taken care of a few individuals with mild disabilities such as ADD, dementia and other senior care issues. I...

Jacqueline O.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-50/hr15 yrs exp

A Kind Hearted And Fun Loving Special Education Teacher

Hi! I work as a special education teacher as my full time job and love babysitting on the side! I live in Carnegie and currently pursuing my masters in special education. I love playing with children and doing things such as: playing games, going swimming, and bringing them to my house to play! I have worked with students with...
Jacqueline can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support and Feeding. I have been caring for different needs in clients for seven years. I have worked with down syndrome children, patients with brain cancer, epilepsy, and dementia. I also worked In the dermatologist office for two years assisting with...

Sabrice T.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

My past childcare experience involved caring for children with special needs. My past employment includes School for the Handicapped, School for the Blind, Allegheny Valley School and Bayada Nurses working in Pediatrics and Geriatric departments and also babysitting 9 nieces and nephews over a 20 year period.
Sabrice can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Sabrice T.


Pittsburgh, PA

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mature, Reliable, Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced and dedicated healthcare provider offering Quality care services. Areas of experience providing Direct care service include Seniors, Pediatrics, MH/MR, visually impaired, Autism, IDD, Alzheimer/Dementia and Special Needs. My Act 33/34 Clearances, CPR, First Aid and Medicine Administration Certifications are...
Sabrice can also help with: Dementia, errands, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:

CNA

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.
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Rena L.


Pittsburgh, PA

$22/hr3 yrs exp

About Me!

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rena, and I am a graduate student looking to babysit during graduate school as I pursue my degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I have background taking care of children in babysitting contexts, but also in teaching English, working with children with special needs, as a behavior technician, taking care of seniors...
Rena can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Andrea W.


Pittsburgh, PA

$19-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! I am a Nursing student looking to find part time work while I attend school. I adore kids and would love to help families out when I can! I am experienced/certified in CPR, Medication, special needs, infants, and first aide. My availability changes every so often because of the type of nursing program I am in. If you...
Andrea can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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"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.

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Ashley W.


Pittsburgh, PA

$8-50/hr10 yrs exp

Future Pediatrician! One-time & Recurring

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a medical student studying to be a pediatrician! I have lots of experience with kiddos of all ages (infant+) and I'm here for any chaotic fun! Furry friends are a plus! I have worked with children with a variety of special needs and am able to provide that type of care. I am comfortable with overnight jobs, as well. I...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ashley is the first babysitter that we've ever had for our 2.5 year old son, so we were a little anxious. The anxiety quickly cleared as soon as we met her though! Our son and pets immediately warmed up to her. We feel lucky to have found her and have already hired...

Samantha F.

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