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Special needs caregivers in West Mifflin, PA

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Nilah J.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Nilah. I am a recent graduate from the University of Pittsburgh with a B. S. in Neuroscience and minors in chemistry, Africana Studies. Spanish. I want to go into pediatrics so I love working with kids. I believe that I can be good role model and additionally I can learn just as much from children as they can learn from...
Nilah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Nilah was wonderful with our 9 month old! Covid conscious, punctual, respectful and dependable. Would definitely hire again!"

Joseph W.

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Csilla T.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver, M, T, W, Th, F 8 AM-12 PM

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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
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.

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Kimberly B.


Finleyville, PA

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi , My name is kim , I've been a nanny for over 20 yrs . Love children , Dependable , responsible , caring , I have experience with all ages . Newborn through teens , also special needs and multiples . Willing to help with light housekeeping , meal prep , pet car . Etc . Love outdoors . I have my own transportation . Looking...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Kimmy was our nanny for several years to our 3 kids. She is so loving, fun, and a joy to be around. Kimmy really enjoys being around kids and she is truly passionate about caring for them. I would recommend her to anyone!"

Kristy D.

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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
"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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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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Amanda N.


Pittsburgh, PA

$25-30/hr15 yrs exp

3.3

(4)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a compassionate and experienced childcare provider with a true passion for supporting children's growth and development. With 15 years of experience, I have honed my skills in creating a nurturing and enriching environment for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My formal education and coursework in Early Child...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

4.0
"My 2 year old son enjoyed it when she was over to watch him. She would get him up and feed him. Sometimes she would even help out by cleaning up around the house and did laundry. She had some transportation issues but we worked around that. She was available...

Merideth L.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with many people groups including small children. I was employed at two different day cares and cared for special needs children also.
Tena can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Michelle T.


South Park, PA

$18-21/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Michelle I enjoy working with the elderly and the young. I also work with special needs . I have been teaching children dance and gymnastics for 25 years and I worked for Hospice and in nursing homes for 17 years . I also have facilitated a day program for special needs . Please don't hesitate to ask any...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, personal care, respite care
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Chayana P.


South Park, PA

$12-17/hr

Excited And Accepting

Hi! I have worked with kids my entire life as I am the youngest from a big family and would often help my siblings with there children! I have experience with special needs children and think I would be an excellent babysitter
Chayana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Cortny M.


Pittsburgh, PA

$17-36/hr10 yrs exp

Dental Student By Day, Babysitter/Tutor By Night

I have been babysitting my whole life. I am a dental student just looking to make cash by babysitting, tutoring, or anything to help out a family. I have a pretty open schedule, and I have experience with caring for children with autism and special needs.
Cortny can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Theresa D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$30-38/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Theresa. I have an Associates degree in Nursing. I have over 10 years experience in private duty/ home care. I have additional certifications in medically complex/special needs children and adults with dementia/alzheimers~ I am CPR/AED certified and have all clearances. References available upon request. Please...
Theresa can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Licensed Nurse

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Alexis H.


Pittsburgh, PA

$13-15/hr4 yrs exp

Outgoing, Creative , Fun

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love to read , do gymnastics, go to the gym , swim , hike , crafting , and hangout with my friends ! I have lots of babysitting experience ages ranging from 10months - 15 years . Typically I follow the parents schedule for the littles but for the older kids I love to go to museums , pools, parks , sports activities. I have...
Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Denise C.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Been Doing This For 25 + Years

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am reliable honest, and people have trusting me with their loved ones and homes for over 25 years, and that is a very big responsibility, I also work for the state with special needs adults, I have all my clearances, so I'm up to date on all my health care, and my vehicle is properly insured and safe, I hope look forward to...
Denise can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Susan I've been doing babysitting and elderly Care for most of my adult life. I guess professionally probably for about 12 years. I worked with a lot of different type of special needs. Enjoy caring for people kids elderly. I've been a natural caregiver my whole life I guess it's just part of who I am. Reliable...
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Ashley M.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Ashley, and I have 10+ years of experience providing compassionate and high quality childcare to families with children of all ages. I have experience providing in home child care that met the physical, emotional, social and intellectual needs of all children. I contributed to a safe, caring, nurturing and...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have worked at a horse ranch for special needs kids. I helped them safely ride horses while also helping them with concentration and interpersonal skills.
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Eric F.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Ph.D School Psychology Student With Extensive Experience With Children.

In my professional career as a Ph. D student, I've had many experiences with children of varying disabilities, skills and disorders. Much of my experience has been in an educational setting, but also have home-based experiences.
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Theresa D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$30-38/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Theresa. I have an Associates degree in Nursing. I nanny in my free time as it is something that I love to do! My experience includes preemie/newborn through teenage. . I have additional training/certifications in children with special needs. I am CPR/AED certified and hold additional certifications. References...
Theresa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jane S.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Summer Nanny With Experience

I have been in child care since I was about 13 years old. I started with babysitting family friends and went on to nanny after school while I was in high school. I am comfortable with all ages, but I am best with younger children, as I have spent most of my time caring for them. I am able to take children to activities or run...
Jane can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Diane S.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Educator

I am a teacher with 23 years of experience. I am certified in early childhood education, elementary education, middle school English, middle school social studies, and Library. I have an 18-year-old daughter and a special needs brother
Diane can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in West Mifflin, PA

Nilah J.

5.0

Nilah was wonderful with our 9 month old! Covid conscious, punctual, respectful and dependable. Would definitely hire again!

- Joseph W.

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.

Kimberly B.

5.0

Kim is a wonderful, and compassionate person who is great with babies, little kids, and special needs children. We had the pleasure of working with Kim for over a year and literally cried when we had to part ways. I trust Kim and her judgement, and recommend her highly.

- Morgan C.

Shania B.

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!

- Care member

Ashley W.

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 her again!

- Samantha F.

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