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Special needs caregivers in Vandergrift, PA

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Stephanie D.


Vandergrift, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

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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: Companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

Stephanie A.


Ford City, PA

$10-15/hr17 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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, 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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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
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.
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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Rachel E.


Ford City, PA

$18-30/hr10 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: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

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: Companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

Hello, my name is Hollie. I'm married with 4 children and 4 fur babies whom I love with all my heart. I am a supervisor at my current company, and I supervise 3 houses in my local area, taking care of people with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities. I have been working in this field for over 20 years, and I love taking care...
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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
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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: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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...

Bonnie G.


New Kensington, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Professional Registered Nurse Available Full-Time

I am an experienced professional Registered Nurse seeking a full-time position. I am a RN with 10 years of nursery and pediatric experience. Since 2000 I have been a nanny including taking care of triplets. As a RN I have care of many hurt and sick children as well as those with special needs such as ADD, autism, obesity, and...

Kelly S.


Freeport, PA

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare/caregiver/tutor

I am a tutor on this sight but would also like to be considered for care jobs. I have been a teacher for 24 years. My youngest just left for college so I have some free time evenings and weekends. Have all my clearances.

Cristal B.


Leechburg, PA

$18-21/hr7 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/hr4 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: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sarah is a relative of ours and has watched my son many times. She made him meals, transported him to activities, entertained him and kept him safe and happy. We would definitely recommend her!"

Donna F.

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Agnes O.


Saxonburg, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Available For Companionship, Personal Care, Special Needs And House Cleaning

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with elderly people in their homes especially those who are unable to do for themselves such as feeding, bathing, getting them dressed, combing their hair, brushing their teeth, helping them with toileting, supporting them when walking, reminding them time for medication, changing the position of sleeping,...
Agnes can also help with: Companionship, dementia, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Committed to the job. Always is there when shift starts. Cleans, shops, bathe, dress… does what is necessary to get the job done. If for any reason she can’t cover her shift she will have already found someone to cover for her. !!! "

Ty T.

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Agnes O.


Saxonburg, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I have been a caregiver for those with special needs for several years. It has been a educational experience both for me and to those I take care of. It has helped me to bring the best in them, respect them and accept them for who they are. I have taken care of those with different needs and it has been a successful experience....
5.0
"Agnes saw my need on care.com and even though she herself can not care for my son she has gone above and beyond to find me someone who can help me. She is an angel. And if I could I would hire her in a heartbeat."

Carole B.

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Brooke P.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Special Needs Behavioral Therapist And Parent Coach

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a developmental and behavioral professional with over a decade of experience working with families to improve daily living, solve conflict, and avoid breakdown. I believe every family can benefit from simple, tried and true techniques using a casual non-judgemental approach. In 2016, I earned a Master's degree in Applied...
5.0
"I really cannot say enough about Brooke! She is great with my 2 kids and they absolutely adore her. She is always on time and extremely professional. She always has fun activities in mind for the day which results in me always coming home to happy kids! She has...

Caitlin M.

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Shania B.


Monroeville, PA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caretaker Flexible Scheduling

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
"Shania is an excellent care taker. She is reliable, responsible, compassionate and fun. We're so grateful for her time with our kids. They adore her and we are sad that she doesn't live closer!"

Sarah L.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Vandergrift, PA

Stephanie A.

5.0

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

- Care member

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.

Sarah C.

5.0

Sarah brought activities and planned outings to keep my kids occupied this summer. I definitely recommend her.

- Joann K.

Agnes O.

5.0

Committed to the job. Always is there when shift starts. Cleans, shops, bathe, dress… does what is necessary to get the job done. If for any reason she can’t cover her shift she will have already found someone to cover for her. !!!

- Ty T.

Agnes O.

5.0

Agnes saw my need on care.com and even though she herself can not care for my son she has gone above and beyond to find me someone who can help me. She is an angel. And if I could I would hire her in a heartbeat.

- Carole B.

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