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I have been working for Family Behavioral Resources for two years. Throughout this time, I have worked with children diagnosed with Asperger's and autism. Through this position, I currently spend 20-30 hours per week in an autism support classroom. I am not looking for steady hours; I just want to help out families in need of...
5.0
(1)
Hi!! My name is Jade (:
I have a special place in my heart for kids and I love being a positive role model for them! I was previously a sitter at Children's hospital, so I have experience with kids from ages 0-teens and experience with many different levels of need/care. I enjoy engaging with kids and playing + being...
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jade goes above and beyond, she is excellent with children and especially pets! She followed my list perfectly on how to take care of my dog and reptiles."
Brittney G.
Amanda N.
Pittsburgh, PA
$25-30/hr • 15 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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
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.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*newborn care specialist*
As a dedicated mom who practices gentle parenting, I understand the importance of nurturing and creating a loving environment for children to thrive. I am also a trained newborn care specialist, which has equipped me with the skills to provide expert care for your little ones from the very...
Leah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Leah was excellent with our little one. She was always super happy to see the baby, sang songs, and would talk to our little one which helped our baby grow. Leah would read to her, and was great with implementing my feedback. We only stopped using Leah's services...
Care member
Katerina H.
Clairton, PA
$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Date Night Or Daytime Babysitter Available - Over 10 Years Of Experience
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Katerina but everyone calls me Kat. I am a previous full time nanny & pediatric dental assistant, looking for occasional opportunities. I'm currently a real estate agent so I have some flexibility with my schedule and can do daytime, evening, and weekend hours. I have experience with babies, toddlers, adolescents,...
Katerina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She has watched my son from age 6. Very good with children and has always done well connecting with him. Very flexible and has always been reliable."
Eric W.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! My name is Caroline, and I would LOVE to work for you! I am an incredibly patient and nurturing person, and I can handle just about anything that I encounter. I have over 7 years of paid experience, ranging from newborns to teens. Big families, special needs, etc.
I'd describe my personality as compassionate,...
Carly can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"1000/10 Employee! Would recommend her to anyone that is looking for a qualified and kindhearted sitter. She is wonderful and with all the craziness involved in hiring a nanny, she is your light at the end of the tunnel. Responsible, consistent, and the best...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Katharine, I'm 22 years old, and I've been babysitting for over 5 years and it's my favorite thing ever! I'm taking a year off from school, so I am looking for a babysitting job for evenings and weekends. In school, my major is art education (hoping to work in an elementary school) so I have done lots...
5.0
"She was very punctual and reliable. She was great with my special needs child. I highly recommend Katie!"
Tom H.
Kimberly B.
Finleyville, PA
$38/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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...
Morgan C.
4.5
(2)
Hello! I'm extremely passionate about special needs, my 4 year daughter was diagnosed with Autism in 2015, so I have a little knowledge of speech therapy, occupational therapy, and learning to deal with sensory issues. I used to work for a company as an independent contractor. I went to homes and served as a companion for young...
4.0
"Amanda is the mother of a special needs child. She is very patient and very capable of caring and working with special needs."
Kay L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a new graduate Registered Nurse. Through working in healthcare I am up to date on all CPR and first aid training. I also have a health science and education degree which aids in being better help with any educational needs for your children. I have been babysitting for 15 years. Throughout the years, I have gained...
Olivia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Olivia was very engaging with us as parents and interactive with our daughter. No complaints and certainly appreciate her willingness to interview and provide a copy of her driver's license. Thanks, Olivia!"
Aaron B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Been doing this line of work at a very young age . I'm Medicine aide , CPR and First aide experience. Hands on experience with daily activities. I do modified sign language, worked with children and adults that are mentally challenge and ADHD and has had seizures disorders .
5.0
"Denise cared for our nephew with Coffin Lowry Syndrome for several years. We are not his custodians so we only saw them intermittently, but often. She is amazing with children and really cares about them and their families. Having seen her work with our nephew and...
Chuck B.
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
(2)
I have been a certified caregiver for many years. I have a compassionate heart and have a reputation among friends and previous co-workers as being funny, inspirational and loyal to all that I come in contact with. I have a great desire to make a difference in peoples' lives and in the world around me. I am a Christian and my...
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!"
Care member
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: 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.
Kelly S.
Jeannette, PA
$30/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: Home modification, companionship, errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
CNA
5.0
"Kelly helped to take care of my 94-year-old father with CHF and COPD during the last five weeks of his life. She was wonderfully caring, responsible, knowledgeable, and skilled. She was the first to step up when another caregiver needed to call out. She worked...
Lois B.
Madalyn S.
Greensburg, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I minored in Special Education, and have experience working with kids with many different types of disabilities (physical and cognitive) in both a classroom setting as well as a child care provider setting. My family has members who are autistic, which inspired me to go into the field.
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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in West Newton, PA
Jade S.
5.0
Jade goes above and beyond, she is excellent with children and especially pets! She followed my list perfectly on how to take care of my dog and reptiles.
- Brittney G.
Amanda N.
5.0
I myself and my family have hired Amanda for many things. She has always been on time and stayed longer if needed. She always does an amazing job. No matter if it was for housekeeping or watching my son or my pets and she has also helped care for my grandmother. We all love her and haven't found...
- Tasia L.
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.
Leah R.
5.0
Leah was excellent with our little one. She was always super happy to see the baby, sang songs, and would talk to our little one which helped our baby grow. Leah would read to her, and was great with implementing my feedback. We only stopped using Leah's services regularly because daycare started....
- Care member
Katerina H.
5.0
She has watched my son from age 6. Very good with children and has always done well connecting with him. Very flexible and has always been reliable.
- Eric W.
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