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Maya V.


University Park, PA

$17-18/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! My Name Is Maya And I Am A Freshman At Penn State On Cheerleading Team!

Hi! My name is Maya and I'm currently a freshman (going to be sophomore) at Penn State majoring in Biology on a Pre-Dental track! I am on the cheerleading team there- I've done all-star cheerleading the past 10 years, and coached for 3 years! I have a younger brother (9) with Down Syndrome and Autism, so I have experience...
Maya can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Chase S.


State College, PA

$18-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter !! :)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

If you are still looking for a sitter I would love to come help out! I have already helped many care. com families and would love to meet yours !! :) So, I am currently getting my Juris Doctorate in law at Penn State. I received my degree in psychology in undergrad from Westmont College. I absolutely love working with children...
Chase can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Chase was great. She came on short notice, was on-time, is responsible and she took great care of my kids! I will use Chase again for future jobs!"

Rachael P.

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Morgan S.


State College, PA

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a recent graduate of the Pennsylvania State University with a degree in Music Education and Theater. I have experience as a primary preschool/infant teacher and have babysat children of all ages, including children with special needs. I have all of my clearances up to date, and would love to share my love of music with your...
Morgan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Morgan is amazing! She's been with us for about six months so far, as our son has aged from 4 to 10 months old. She is punctual, communicative, friendly, smart, dependable, and responsible. Our son loves playing with her and always lights up when she arrives. She...

Michelle H.

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Tonya S.


Lemont, PA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Professional, Very Experienced Early Childhood Educator

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a career early educator, I have been a preschool owner/director, lead teacher in multi-aged preschool, family child care provider, nanny, early educator mentor, music educator, dance instructor, special needs care specialist, early ed literacy specialist, and founder and past president of the Herndon-Reston Child Care...
Tonya can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Tonya helped us with homeschooling and childcare during the recent school and daycare closures (Fall 2020). She took care of our two energetic kids, ages 1 and 5, and they loved spending time with her. She has lots of experience with childcare and so is very...

Scott D.

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Kaylie W.


State College, PA

$19-20/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kaylie W, I am a Penn State graduate with a degree in Geography. I love spending time with and taking care of kids and have babysat or nannied for many different children, including babies, those with special needs, and my own younger sister. In my down time, I enjoy spending time with my friends and family,...
5.0
"Kaylie watched our two girls (4 and 6). She did a lot of art projects and played with them and they loved her. Bedtime seems to have gone perfectly and they were both asleep when we got home. She was very quick to respond when I texted her and both our cat and dog...

Alicia T.

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Anna R.


State College, PA

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Great With Pets!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Anna and I am a recent graduate from Penn State with a degree in Rehabilitation and Human Services. I have been nannying between semesters for about 3 years, and hope to continue during my current gap year before going to graduate school. I understand that trusting someone with your child/children is not a...
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have been working with children and adults with special needs for years. It is something that I am passionate about and am now studying in Graduate School. I would love to take this passion and work with your family.
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Tonya S.


Lemont, PA

$22-30/hr5 yrs exp

Compassionate Companion

I am a semi-retired preschool educator and business owner with experience as a volunteer with the Area Agency on Aging, Meals on Wheels, Special Needs Home Health Aide, a trained court appointed Victims Advocate, and experienced with providing compassionate Senior Care. I am also a classically trained pianist and vocalist, avid...
Tonya can also help with: Transportation, respite care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

My name is Lauren , and I have been babysitting for six years now. I have had experience babysitting multiple children at one time, children with special needs, and much more! I am comfortable doing household tasks, making food for the kids, and just about anything you need help with!
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Hello Families!! My name is Katie and I have grown up with a huge passion for children! Every since I was little I have helped my surrounding family, going from mommy's helper to full time nanny! I grew up with a younger brother, therefore got very used to making meals and helping out with household chores or homework. I am...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Alexis C.


Boalsburg, PA

$10-17/hr1 yrs exp

I have a year's worth of experience working with kids with special needs. I'm dependable and have very flexible hours, as I'm finishing my degree in psychology online. I can do various chores around the house, including meal prep and cleaning. I've loved creating bonds with the kids I've worked with in the past and loved to...
Alexis can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Previous experience in child development center setting - primarily worked with ages 1-2 years but spent a lot of time in a preschool classroom working with typically developing children and children with special needs. Additionally, spent time working in infant room with 0-1 population and also 2-4-year-old classrooms as well.
Carly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Olivia B.


State College, PA

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Compassionate Caregiver

I have always been passionate about helping individuals with different abilities, especially children, since I met my best friend in Kindergarten Kaleigh, who has Down Syndrome. I have 5 years of experience at childcare centers, which included children with different abilities and I job shadowed as an Occupational Therapist. I...
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Chelsey W.


State College, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have 12 years of experience babysitting children ages 6 months - 9 years old. I have specific experience with children with special needs including autism and down syndrome.
Chelsey can also help with: Travel
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Madeline S.


State College, PA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Any Day

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a Senior at university studying bio-behavioral health. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and love every minute of it! I am first aid and CPR certified, and also work as a substitute teacher at a middle school when I am home. While I was in high school, I worked as a tutor for several students in my...
Madeline can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hi! I am currently getting my masters in special education at Penn State. While I was in high school I babysat for a family with a child with severe autism. This valuable experience made me realize my desire to work in this field. I have also substitute taught in both general education and special needs classrooms.
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Kylee W.


State College, PA

$16-50/hr10 yrs exp

a warm and nurturing nanny/babysitter with a passion for a safe and joyful environment for children. With 10+ years of experience with my siblings and other children, I bring a blend of creativity, patience, and organizational skills to make sure your little ones thrive. I like caring for people with special...
Hi! I'm Lily a junior high school. Growing up, my mom is and has always been a special ed teacher. Since a young age I have gone to work with my mom to help. We also have 2 very close friends and a neighbor that are of special needs. Interacting through helping, babysitting and learning I have developed a love for their unique...
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Samantha C.


State College, PA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Sitter, Behavioral Technician

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Stimming Attendance and Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support. I'm certified in Applied Suicide Intervention, and work as an emotional support hotline counselor at Centre Helps. I have student taught in a variety of settings. I've worked as an ABA behavioral technician. I'm working...
I've worked with multiple students with disabilities, my student teaching was in an autistic support classroom and all throughout college I was connected with the local community.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in University Park, PA

Chase S.

5.0

There are so many great things to say about Chase! The first day that we met for the interview she arrived early. Then from there, she just continued to impress me! She has a great personality, SO easy to work with. Very accommodating!! I would contact her the day before with a time change or...

- Emily K.

Morgan S.

5.0

Morgan is amazing! She's been with us for about six months so far, as our son has aged from 4 to 10 months old. She is punctual, communicative, friendly, smart, dependable, and responsible. Our son loves playing with her and always lights up when she arrives. She has done everything we've asked for...

- Michelle H.

Tonya S.

5.0

Tonya helped us with homeschooling and childcare during the recent school and daycare closures (Fall 2020). She took care of our two energetic kids, ages 1 and 5, and they loved spending time with her. She has lots of experience with childcare and so is very professional, patient, caring, and not...

- Scott D.

Kaylie W.

5.0

Kaylie watched our two girls (4 and 6). She did a lot of art projects and played with them and they loved her. Bedtime seems to have gone perfectly and they were both asleep when we got home. She was very quick to respond when I texted her and both our cat and dog made her their new best friend. I...

- Alicia T.

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