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Mellissia D.

Compassionate Care Provider

Latrobe, PA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
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...
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Madalyn S.

Part-time Care Giver Available

Greensburg, PA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
I am a graduate of Saint Vincent College (Latrobe, PA) with a Masters degree in Education, as well as an undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Education and a minor in Special Education. I am currently employed as a teacher in a local school district. I have been a summer nanny for 10+ years, and have 15+ years of babysitting...
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Sam S.

Experienced Part Time Nanny

Greensburg, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi there! My name is Sam, and I'm a warm, reliable, and experienced childcare provider with over 10 years experience in care and house management. I grew up in the Greensburg area, and when I was young I started babysitting and volunteering childcare for community events and organizations, eventually picking up part and full...

Martha M. says "We give Sam our highest recommendation! Sam was our nanny for almost four years and we were devastated when she moved to NY. Sam was been with us from...

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Kaylie W.

Allison Park, PA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
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,...

Alicia T. says "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...

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Kelly S.

Jeannette, PA

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
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/...

Roberta R. says "Kelly was wonderful! She did 7 night shifts with my mother. Very kind and calming with my mother. Highly skilled. She even curled my mother's hair which...

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Ellisyn M.

An Adapted Physical Activity Graduate And Teacher

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0(0)
from
$35/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Ellisyn. One of my minors in college was Adapted Physical Activity. Through my minor, I have worked with many people with different ability levels. I do not like to refer to individuals with varying abilities with the term "disability", because it is not about what they are limited to do, but rather what he or...
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Agnes O.

Saxonburg, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
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....

Carole B. says "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...

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Kristi D.

Let Me Help You With A Smile

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0(1)
from
$31/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Hello, my name is Kristi, I am looking to help make differences in the world, your family and give children the love & dignity they deserve. I have 10+ years of experiences in the work field, an undergraduate focused in Early Childhood atypical and typical. My Masters Degree is in Special Education with an emphasis in ABA....

Brittany W. says "I hired Kristi once for myself as I needed someone that I felt was compassionate, reliable, attentiveness, punctual along with displaying genuine care...

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Shannon D.

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello my name is Shannon I am a Portrait photographer, mother to an 16-year-old boy and a full-time nanny in the Highland Park area of Pittsburgh. I will be looking for a new position, part time, in or near that area. I can be available soon. Looking to fill Monday and Friday morning-6 I have over 10 years of paid experience,...

Mary L. says "Shannon has been our nanny for two years. She is an amazing person and is wonderful with our kids! We feel like she is part of our family and I highly...

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Csilla T.

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

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
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...

Danielle C. says "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...

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Brooke P.

Professional Special Needs Behavioral Therapist And Parent Coach

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...

Caitlin M. says "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...

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Madalyn S.

Greensburg, PA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
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.
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Kay D.

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hello there! I'm a professional nanny with a degree in Early Childhood Education and Child Development. I've been working with children since 2005, including those with special needs. I create a calm, nurturing, and development-focused approach that's tailored to each child's unique needs. With nearly 20 years of experience, I...

Thom S. says "Kay was punctual and flexible. She did great with my little one and came up with fun activities to do. She communicates well and verifies allergens etc. I...

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Wyeth O.

Irwin, PA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am an energetic with 12 years of experience working with children. I've work with children ages 2 months to 15 years in a variety of settings from canoe trips in Canada to sensory art classes in Florida. I am currently in grad school for art therapy and lot teaching children about art and nature. I also work part time as a...

Martha A. says "Wyeth is always on time and reliable. She also puts the kids safety first followed by fun activities. She currently works with my 6 month year old and 3...

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Marina D.

Special Needs Provider

Homestead, PA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...
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Agnes O.

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

Saxonburg, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
home modification
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
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,...

Ty T. says "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...

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Shania B.

Experienced Special Needs Caretaker Flexible Scheduling

Monroeville, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Chynna W.

Special Needs Provider

East McKeesport, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...

Mehvish S. says "Chynna came to clean my house, she was very respectful and did a good job with housekeeping. She was detailed and thorough!"

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Raeleen B.

McKeesport, PA

from
$15/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I am a very energetic , positive , reliable person who loves children of all ages! I am a mother of 2 grown daughters and would love to fill my time helping families in need of childcare! I have experience also with special needs children. I am willing to help out with any task the family needs!!
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Marylise R.

Allison Park, PA

from
$15/hr
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have experience working with young children in both home and childcare settings. I've supported learning and development for children aged 2-5 through engaging, age-appropriate activities. I focus on creating safe, nurturing environments where children can explore, learn, and build social skills. I also have experience...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of December 2025

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Apollo, PA

Special Needs Caregivers in Apollo, PA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Sam S.

We give Sam our highest recommendation! Sam was our nanny for almost four years and we were devastated when she moved to NY. Sam was been...

- Martha M.

Kaylie W.

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...

- Alicia T.

Kelly S.

Kelly was wonderful! She did 7 night shifts with my mother. Very kind and calming with my mother. Highly skilled. She even curled my...

- Roberta R.

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