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Brandy M.


Gibsonia, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

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I have a degree in early childhood education with 20 hours of special education and a reading endorsement. My experience other than in the classroom was attending class with a child on the spectrum for a year and 3 additional years tutoring him and babysitting where needed. I also tutored a child for 5 years with multiple...
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Mary C.


Gibsonia, PA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

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I am currently studying special education at the University of PA but I am home for the summer. I have many years of experience working with children and about two years of working with children with special needs. Typically, I would be working at the Watson Institute over the summer but I have been unable to due to school...
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Meghana N.


Gibsonia, PA

$15-25/hr

Senior/Companion Care

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I have a Masters in Social Work as well in Special Education. I am currently working as a paraprofessional at a local elementary school with children with special needs, mostly on the autism spectrum. I also have 5+ years of experience working with babies and toddlers at a local childcare centre. My years in social work in India...
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Andrea T.


Gibsonia, PA

$10-15/hr

Full Time Caregiver

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Hello I have experience with seniors. I took care of my mother in law and my grandmother. I am looking to help with your loved one. I can bath, cook, do anything that you need. I am a trusted reliable person that will fit your need for your loved one.
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Tara R.


Gibsonia, PA

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

Early Intervention PT With 19 Years Of Experience Workong With 0-3 Years Old

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Hello! My name is Tara and I have been working with kiddos 0-3 years old for over 19 years. I absolutely love what I do and am very passionate about helping and working with kids and families. I love kids of all ages and have worked with kids that have a variety of special needs. I also have a ton of training in most every...
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Tara R.


Gibsonia, PA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

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My name is Tara. I have a masters degree in physical therapy from the University of Pittsburgh. I have been working as an early intervention. physical therapist for over 19 years. I'm comfortable with newborns and up. I love kids and have 2 daughters, one in college and one about to start. I currently have a full-time job, but...
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Beth B.


Pittsburgh, PA

$25-49/hr10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist

5.0

(1)

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Hi! I'm an occupational therapist with 25 years of experience. I worked with both children and adults. i've recently moved back to the Pittsburgh area after spending 20+ years in Knoxville Tennessee. I have three grown children, adore dogs, and like spending time outside. I am restarting a business which emphasizes...
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Allyson R.


Saxonburg, PA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Summer Babysitter :)

5.0

(1)

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Hi! My name is Ally I am currently a school counselor for grades 7-9! I graduated from Slippery Rock University with my bachelors degree in early childhood education/special education and my masters degree in school counseling. I have a large background working with children with special needs. I grew up the oldest of 5 kids, so...
5.0
"Ally was amazing! She was perfect in an unusual event (a wedding!) with our rambunctious toddler twins! I would highly recommend her for any situation!"

Reviewed by Susie L.

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Carlie D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi y'all! My name is Carlie, I'm a sophomore in college studying biology. I have a goal of becoming a pediatric dentist some day, I love working with kiddos! I've been babysitting for about 7 years now. I have lots of nephews and nieces that I care for frequently. Additionally, I have volunteered at a summer camp for special...
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Holly B.


Pittsburgh, PA

$18-27/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Nurturing, Educational Nanny

4.8

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Hi! I'm Holly and I am a mom of two children: ages 14 and 16. I have over 10 years of professional childcare experience. I am a very nurturing, energetic, creative and reliable childcare provider. Prior to having my children, I worked for 10 years in higher education. I have a B. A. in English Studies and a minor in...
5.0
"Holly has been a fantastic sitter to our son for about year now, since he was about 7 months. We previously had him at a daycare that was poorly run by a bully of a woman, so we knew bad caregivers and were...

Reviewed by Kira C.

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Brooke K.


Tarentum, PA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Child Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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Hi, I'm Brooke! I am a stay at home mother with 2 children home with me during the day. My availability will depend on if you are comfortable with me caring for your children in my home. I have experience caring for individuals with special needs and had my CNA for several years. I have had training in First Aid and CPR, I also...
5.0
"Brook is great! My daughter loved her and her kids a lot! They had a blast playing together!"

Reviewed by Nadine M.

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Ja' Net M.


Pittsburgh, PA

$26-35/hr10 yrs exp

Certified CNA

5.0

(1)

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I have been involved in the care giving industry since I was in high school. I have been a certified CNA since 2000. I have worked in several Skilled Nursing Facilities and in Home Care Agency as well. I have been promoted to management positions teaching HHA, and CNAs on how to be more empathetic about being caregiver. As a...
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Elizabeth N.


Pittsburgh, PA

$5-10/hr1 yrs exp

Child Care/ Special Needs Provider

5.0

(1)

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I absolutely adore working with people of any age with disabilities. I have my degree in elementary and special education, and have been a learning support teacher in 3rd, 4th, and 11th grade. I was also a summer camp counselor for adults with disabilities. Currently, I babysit for a family that has three children with special...
5.0
"Elizabeth is great with our daughter who has special needs. We are looking forward to having her help us this summer. She so kind and engaging including helping with her virtual schoolwork."

Reviewed by Renee C.

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Cara C.


Mars, PA

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Adventurous Caregiver

5.0

(3)

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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...
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...

Reviewed by Nicole L.

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Marilyn R.


Mars, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Grandmother Of 10

5.0

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

Reviewed by Samuel L.

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Rachel F.


Allison Park, PA

$13-25/hr6 yrs exp

Energetic College Student Looking To Babysit!

5.0

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Hi! My name is Rachel Irene, and I am a Junior in college at Stetson University. I started nannying about 6 years ago, and I have experience with all age ranges of children! I have special experience in working with a wide variety of special needs kids including experience with Autism, Visual impairments, feeding tube...
5.0
"Rachel was an amazing sitter. She arrived early to discuss our son’s regiments and needs. She also knew exactly what to do when he woke up coughing in the middle of the night due to his CF. We highly recommend...

Reviewed by Care member

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Haylee F.


Mars, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Haylee Looking For Families In Need Of Nannying And Babysitting Services!

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Hello, my name is Haylee and I am offering Nannying and Babysitting services. I have had 10+ years of experience working with children of all ages. I am a Senior at Slippery Rock University majoring in Middle Level Education. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I have experience working with special needs children as well. I know...
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Madyln C.


Mars, PA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Sitter

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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...
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Jennifer W.


Valencia, PA

$10-25/hr3 yrs exp

Summer Sitter

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Hello! I'm currently a junior at Penn State University. In the past, I've babysat children ranging from ages 6 months-12 years of age. My brother is handicapped, so I have experience caring for children with special needs. Also, I have taught preschool students as a class in high school. I'm a nursing student on the path of...
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Cara C.


Mars, PA

$20-35/hr

Experienced Veteran Teacher

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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.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gibsonia, PA

Allyson R.

5.0

Ally was amazing! She was perfect in an unusual event (a wedding!) with our rambunctious toddler twins! I would highly recommend her for any situation!

- Susie L.

Holly B.

5.0

Holly has been a fantastic sitter to our son for about year now, since he was about 7 months. We previously had him at a daycare that was poorly run by a bully of a woman, so we knew bad caregivers and were sensitive to finding someone who could be an ally. Holly has been a change for the better....

- Kira C.

Brooke K.

5.0

Brook is great! My daughter loved her and her kids a lot! They had a blast playing together!

- Nadine M.

Elizabeth N.

5.0

Elizabeth is great with our daughter who has special needs. We are looking forward to having her help us this summer. She so kind and engaging including helping with her virtual schoolwork.

- Renee C.

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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