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Hi, my name is Michaela! I am reliable, energetic, fun, patient and creative person who has almost six years in childcare experience. I have worked with children, ages ranging from newborns to early teens, as well as children and adults with special needs. Additionally, I have had experience in a first grade classroom working as...
Michaela can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Hannah O.


Evans City, PA

$5-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am 22-years-old. I go to Slippery Rock University. I come from a very large family. Having about 15 younger cousins has given me plenty of practice. I have been taking care of/babysitting my niece from when she was about 6 months until now (5-years-old). I babysit 3 of my cousins occasionally (twins-11 years old and a...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Hannah is a very caring person. She is very responsible and reliable, she really enjoys taking care of kids."

Craig D.

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Maranda F.


Cranberry Township, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am an adoptive mom of teens in the Cranberry Township area. I have a background in pediatric speech pathology & nannied for years prior to that. I have worked with tons of different kiddos and am also comfortable with tough behaviors and special needs. I have stayed home with my kids for the last two years and am now...
Maranda can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Maranda is very enthusiastic and creative. She easily managed my three children, all under 6 years old. She performed any task that we requested exactly as we requested. She takes initiative with the children and around the house. She's the most capable sitter...

Amy N.

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Marilyn R.


Mars, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Grandmother Of 10

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced, active Grandmother of 10. I am interested in part-time care of your children in your home or mine. I am very experienced with children of all ages from newborn to teen. I am available for part time work and when a full-time nanny is not needed. This includes days, evenings, and weekends. I would be...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Marilyn was amazing with our newborn daughter (4-5 months). Not much else to say other than completely satisfied."

Samuel L.

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Gianna P.


Cranberry Township, PA

$22-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Gianna and I am 22 years old and a recent graduate of Ohio University Hearing Speech and Language Sciences, and will be attending graduate school for Speech Pathology. My mother is a special educator, so I have always grown up working with kids! I have experience working with newborns all the way up to teenagers....
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Gianna was excellent. She clearly knew what she was doing, and expertly handled our two kids. It was a first time for us leaving kids with a non-family member. She was very understanding of that. Gianna is an excellent communicator and provided updates...

Illya Y.

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Cara C.


Mars, PA

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Adventurous Caregiver

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

I am a recently retired teacher with over 30 years of educating elementary aged children including special needs and ESL. I'm used to managing groups of 25 children for 8 different lessons throughout the day so multitasking and management are my specialties. My passion is to share my love for nature, adventure, and compassion...
Cara can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Cara was great with our kids and settled in right away."

Care member

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Samantha S.


Freedom, PA

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Responsible, Caring And Fun Sitter.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love kids and I can't wait to someday have a few of my own. I have been babysitting family, friends, and others' children since I was about 12 years old. I have a lot of experience with all ages, I've babysat newborns up to 16 years old. I have experience with special needs babies. I am CPR and first-aid certified. I've...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I hired Sam to babysit my 3 and half year old little girl and 1 and half year old little boy. Sam was dependable, caring with the children and was able to manage both children at the same time. She has been wonderful and I would definitely recommend her."

Cait T.

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Barbara R.


Baden, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Weekend/occasional Jobs

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

I work a full time job during the week. I am looking for a weekend job right now in my home or yours; childcare, special needs or senior care. Can work with you on cash rate if many hours needed at one time I am also available at 5 p.m. and on during the week. I have nannied for the last 4 and a half years full time. I love...
Barbara can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Barb helped me a few times babysitting my 2 year old daughter. She is always reliable and on time, she and my daughter became friends very quickly, she connected so well with her and she was great on everything, following my daughter's routine, playing, feeding. I...

Helen U.

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Carla M.


Cranberry Township, PA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

About Me :)

Hello! My name is Carla and I am a senior Speech Pathology major at Kent State University with a minor in Autism Spectrum Disorders. I have all of my clearances required for child care, and can provide them if needed! I have experience with many age ranges between my past internship at the Hope Center where I worked with...
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Reanna B.


Freedom, PA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Seeking Full-Time Family

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am very patient, compassionate, and adaptable. I strongly practice gentle parenting. I have an 8-year-old son. I place a high importance on learning as well as mental health. I have experience with all ages of children. I have experience with special needs children and twins. I'm also very comfortable with all types of animals...
Reanna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Madyln C.


Mars, PA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Sitter

Hello. I am a nurturing and enthusiastic individual with a passion for childcare. For most of adult life I have worked around kids. My experiences include babysitting for a 4 y. o. and a 8 y. o. with special needs, teaching preschool, tutoring French, working in a military daycare, and many other smaller projects. I have also...
Madyln can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Anita V.


Cranberry Township, PA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Quality Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Anita! Thanks for looking! My family and I are new to Cranberry. I am currently employed by UPMC at Sherwood Oaks in Cranberry. Before my employment with UPMC I worked for West Shore School District, in special education as a paraprofessional. I have over 20 years of experience working with special needs children. I...
Anita can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Molly D.


Cranberry Township, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Summer Nanny/Babysitter

My name is Molly and thank you for taking the time to learn more about me. I am a very responsible, nurturing, and fun loving person. Children make me smile and laugh, and I enjoy working with them. I would love to help a family to make their lives easier while taking care of their children. I started working with kids when I...
Molly can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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Cara C.


Mars, PA

$20-35/hr

Experienced Veteran Teacher

I have successfully taught in the elementary classroom for over 30 years including special needs and ESL. In addition, I have cared for many family members with special needs and have a lovely sister with Down Syndrome. I am compassionate, patient, and kind.
I have experience with children of all ages. Besides helping family, I have worked in a daycare as well as with special needs kids in both home based care and school based. I have a 3-year-old little girl that I have been home with since she was born. Currently I'm hoping to find a family in need that does not mind if I also...
Tiffany can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jordan G.


Baden, PA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Love Being Organized And Believes In Learning Through Play

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 5 years of experience, and I have a bachelors in psychology with a history of early childhood development and special needs care. I can help with housekeeping and grocery shopping. I am trained in child car safety.
Jordan can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Pamela R.


Wexford, PA

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher!

I am a mother of 2 grown children and 2 grandchildren who keep me on my toes! I have a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. I have 30 years of teaching experience at different Preschools and Child Care Centers. I have an extensive amount of lesson plans for preschool age. Between my kids, grandkids, and...
Pamela can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Julie J.


Wexford, PA

$17-35/hr10 yrs exp

I Was A Nanny For 3.5 Years.I Am A Mother Of 2I Was A Preschool Teacher For 10 Years

I am a preK teacher with over 18 years of experience. I also have experience working with children who have special needs. I love creating an environment where children can learn through various activities that are hands on, sensory stimulated & creative spaces.
Julie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Barbara R.


Baden, PA

$10/hr

Looking To Take Care Of Special Needs Client

I am looking to take care of children, seniors or special needs in your home. I have been a stay home mom for 10 plus years.
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Anna L.


New Brighton, PA

$19-50/hr8 yrs exp

Hello! I Am Anna.

Hi there! I am a passionate caregiver who has 8+ years experience with children of all ages and abilities. In the past, I worked in a daycare setting with infants, toddlers and school age children. I currently work as a Teacher at a private special needs school with students with disabilities. I am CPR/first aid certified and...
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Zelienople, PA

Hannah O.

5.0

Would highly recommend Hannah! She is so kind, living and mature. Both of my girls adore her and look forward to every afternoon they see her. I'm working remotely for a few weeks and Hannah has transitioned quickly and effortlessly. Couldn't be happier with our choice to hire Hannah. She's a gem!

- Michelle C.

Maranda F.

5.0

Maranda wasn't able to babysit my little boy while I was in town for a family function but she contacted her babysitter friends on my behalf and referred someone for us who was perfect. Maranda went above and beyond even though her schedule didn't work for us. Thank you!

- Rae Lynn W.

Marilyn R.

5.0

Marilyn was amazing with our newborn daughter (4-5 months). Not much else to say other than completely satisfied.

- Samuel L.

Gianna P.

5.0

Gianna was excellent. She clearly knew what she was doing, and expertly handled our two kids. It was a first time for us leaving kids with a non-family member. She was very understanding of that. Gianna is an excellent communicator and provided updates proactively, asked questions when needed,...

- Illya Y.

Cara C.

5.0

Cara took care of my 3 girls during the day while I was out of town for a week last summer. She was an excellent caregiver and took them to do fun stuff each day. She was reliable and communicative. My girls would have preferred to hang with her for the whole summer.

- Nicole L.

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