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Kelly S.
Jeannette, PA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Aide Available Full Time Overnights Or Evenings Preferred But Will Do Daytime Also.
4.8
(6)
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Hello I have been a HHA for almost 10 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, mentally Ill and spinal cord quad/paraplegic...
5.0
"Kelly was a caregiver for my mom when she was in home hospice. Kelly gave good care, was able to make her comfortable when she needed to be medicated, has experience with a urinary catheter, bed bathing, simple...
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5.0
(1)
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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
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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!"
Reviewed by Mehvish S.
5.0
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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!"
Reviewed by Tom H.
5.0
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Hello! I am currently studying to earn my Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and work as a therapist. I have many years of experience with people with special needs. I have also babysat for children with special needs. I am hoping to find an incredible person that I can continue to work with. I am very...
5.0
"Interviewed Julia and found her very smart, compassionate and professional. Looking forward to having her help us when we need her to "
Reviewed by Amy D.
5.0
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Hi, my name is Shania! I am 28 and have a BS is psychology from Allegheny College. Prior to this, I was a behavior specialist for adults with disabilities in a residential setting for two years, then have been a recovery/service coordinator on Allegheny county's Dual Diagnosis Treatment team for individuals with ID and acute...
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!"
Reviewed by Sarah L.
Emilia P.
Pittsburgh, PA
$24-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced, Educated, Fun And Crafty Part Time Nanny Looking For A Second Part Time Position.
5.0
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I have 8 years of experience working as a full time nanny. I have worked with new born infants, toddlers, school age kids, and teenagers.
In college and grad school I was a lifeguard, taught swim lessons to kids 3 to 8yrs, and held the American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification. I have held certifications in...
5.0
"Emilia is a longtime friend of the family and has worked part-time as a nanny for our daughter E since E was an infant. She is now four. First the basics: Emilia is dependable, punctual, and flexible. She keeps...
Reviewed by Beth R.
4.5
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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."
Reviewed by Kay L.
5.0
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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...
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...
Reviewed by Danielle C.
3.0
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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,...
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...
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Madalyn S.
Pittsburgh, PA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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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.
Kylie S.
Irwin, PA
$13-18/hr
5.0
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Hi, I'm Kylie! I am currently going to school for early childhood education and special education. I volunteered at All Kid's Theater which is a theater program working with children with special needs. This is something that I am very passionate about. I am very reliable!
5.0
"She was wonderful! My kids took to her straight away. I would hire her in a second again!"
Reviewed by Emily M.
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Hi! I am a professional actress who just moved back home to Pittsburgh from NYC and looking for flexible work as I continue to perform! I'm a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant in PA and have multiple years of senior care/ special needs experience. Also, growing up with a big brother with physical and mental disabilities and...
Susan S.
Pittsburgh, PA
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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...
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I currently work with special needs adults and children. Many of the adults are senior citizens that I take out in the community to work on their social skills. I also am there for whatever they may need me for. My grandmother had a stroke and lived with us for several years. Due to this, she was paralyzed and in a wheelchair....
Joanie P.
Jeannette, PA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have over 10 years of childcare experience. Including a Second Grade teacher(sadly my school closed). I simply enjoy helping children learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a Nanny are that I am very responsible, reliable, and a caring person. I am passionate about furthering my time in the Nanny...
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I am a graduating senior at High School. I have babysat since 9th grade, and I love working with kids with special needs. I have a car and would be more than willing to take the kids places! I love being outside and playing games! I have experience with kids of all ages. Next year, I will be attending University.
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Hey! I'm a Junior at Pitt staying in the city for the summer, I've taken an EMT course through the university and am in the process of renewing my CPR certification. I've worked with children and nannied before as well as lived and worked with special needs children! Looking for repeating jobs but I'm also okay with just doing...
Pamela M.
Pittsburgh, PA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mom of 18 Yr Old Twins and Experience With ID Children Ready To Help You With Your Families Needs
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Hi,, I have over 20 years experience watching little ones. I myself have 26year-old twins, so I have experience with preemies and colic babies. I am comfortable with children of all ages. I also enjoyed when I worked with special needs children. I absolutely love to read and sing to the children. I know how hard it is to leave...
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I started babysitting when I was 13 years old, and am now 19! Since then I have babysat for at least a dozen different families with kids of all ages. I have nannied for 3 families as well. I am CPR certified and am very familiar with special needs (my little brother is special needs). I know how to change diapers, give bottles,...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Donora, PA
Kelly S.
5.0
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 was a big hit. I would hire her again. (I also called 2 references before I hired Kelly, and they loved her also).
- Roberta R.
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.
Katharine M.
5.0
She was very punctual and reliable. She was great with my special needs child. I highly recommend Katie!
- Tom H.
Julia T.
5.0
Interviewed Julia and found her very smart, compassionate and professional. Looking forward to having her help us when we need her to
- Amy D.
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
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