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Michele B.
Howard, PA
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
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I started my career as a C. N. A in 2003 and worked in long term skilled nursing. I loved my job and I loved my people. I find great joy in being able to spend time and talk to the people I care for.
I was a C. N. A for 5 years.
I later moved to Psych and just fell in love with it. I loved helping people to get better and to...
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As a career early educator, I have been a preschool owner/director, lead teacher in multi-aged preschool, family child care provider, nanny, early educator mentor, music educator, dance instructor, special needs care specialist, early ed literacy specialist, and founder and past president of the Herndon-Reston Child Care...
5.0
"I exchanged several messages with Tonya and spoke to her twice on the phone. We had an interview scheduled with her but found another candidate before meeting her. However, she was incredibly professional,...
Reviewed by Kimberly C.
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Hi there! My name is Anna and I am currently a senior at The Pennsylvania State University. I am majoring in rehabilitation and human services, and am earning a minor in Psychology. I have been nannying outside of school for about 3 years, and understand that trusting someone with your child/children is not a quick or easy...
5.0
"Anna cared for our infant twins and was just incredible. Her can-do, go-getter attitude allowed her to smoothly and efficiently provide loving, engaged, and developmentally appropriate care for our girls while...
Reviewed by Sarah H.
Morgan S.
State College, PA
$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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I am a recent graduate of the Pennsylvania State University with a degree in Music Education and Theater. I have experience as a primary preschool/infant teacher and have babysat children of all ages, including children with special needs. I have all of my clearances up to date, and would love to share my love of music with your...
5.0
"Morgan is amazing! She's been with us for about six months so far, as our son has aged from 4 to 10 months old. She is punctual, communicative, friendly, smart, dependable, and responsible. Our son loves...
Reviewed by Michelle H.
Kaylie W.
State College, PA
$19-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
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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,...
5.0
"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 they were both asleep when we got home. She was very quick...
Reviewed by Alicia T.
Elisabeth R.
State College, PA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hi! I am currently getting my masters in special education at Penn State. While I was in high school I babysat for a family with a child with severe autism. This valuable experience made me realize my desire to work in this field. I have also substitute taught in both general education and special needs classrooms.
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I have always been passionate about helping individuals with different abilities, especially children, since I met my best friend in Kindergarten Kaleigh, who has Down Syndrome. I have 5 years of experience at childcare centers, which included children with different abilities and I job shadowed as an Occupational Therapist. I...
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I have 3 years of medical schooling, certified medical assistant, and 4 years of healthcare field work; home health aid, certified medical assistant, and telemetry clerk. I also have 1 year experience with working in the mental health field, peer support and intellectual disability worker. I am a homebody with multiple interest...
Lily K.
State College, PA
$10-15/hr
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Hi! I'm Lily a junior high school. Growing up, my mom is and has always been a special ed teacher. Since a young age I have gone to work with my mom to help. We also have 2 very close friends and a neighbor that are of special needs. Interacting through helping, babysitting and learning I have developed a love for their unique...
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I am a semi-retired preschool educator and business owner with experience as a volunteer with the Area Agency on Aging, Meals on Wheels, Special Needs Home Health Aide, a trained court appointed Victims Advocate, and experienced with providing compassionate Senior Care.
I am also a classically trained pianist and vocalist, avid...
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I have 12 years of experience babysitting children ages 6 months - 9 years old. I have specific experience with children with special needs including autism and down syndrome.
Bella C.
Lock Haven, PA
$10-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
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My name is Bella, I moved to Connecticut in May of 2019 to be a nanny to two wonderful special needs boys. I have experience with children of all ages, including newborns. I would love the opportunity to get to know your family!
Lauren H.
State College, PA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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My name is Lauren , and I have been babysitting for six years now. I have had experience babysitting multiple children at one time, children with special needs, and much more! I am comfortable doing household tasks, making food for the kids, and just about anything you need help with!
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I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Stimming Attendance and Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support. I'm certified in Applied Suicide Intervention, and work as an emotional support hotline counselor at Centre Helps. I have student taught in a variety of settings. I've worked as an ABA behavioral technician. I'm working...
Alexis C.
Boalsburg, PA
$10-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have a year's worth of experience working with kids with special needs. I'm dependable and have very flexible hours, as I'm finishing my degree in psychology online. I can do various chores around the house, including meal prep and cleaning. I've loved creating bonds with the kids I've worked with in the past and loved to...
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So, many years with so much learning equals a lot of great references from families of those I cared for.
Carly D.
State College, PA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have been working with children and adults with special needs for years. It is something that I am passionate about and am now studying in Graduate School. I would love to take this passion and work with your family.
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Courtney S.
Boalsburg, PA
$20-30/hr
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I've worked with multiple students with disabilities, my student teaching was in an autistic support classroom and all throughout college I was connected with the local community.
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Hello, I'm Courtney! I just graduated in may from Bloomsburg University. I got my bachelors in elementary education and special education. I am back in State College looking for a tutor or child care opportunity. I have been taking quarantine seriously by wearing a mask wherever I go and by social distancing. I have clearances...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Howard, PA
Tonya S.
5.0
Tonya helped us with homeschooling and childcare during the recent school and daycare closures (Fall 2020). She took care of our two energetic kids, ages 1 and 5, and they loved spending time with her. She has lots of experience with childcare and so is very professional, patient, caring, and not...
- Scott D.
Anna R.
5.0
Anna cared for our infant twins and was just incredible. Her can-do, go-getter attitude allowed her to smoothly and efficiently provide loving, engaged, and developmentally appropriate care for our girls while also managing to tackle all the chores that go along with babies (cleanups, bottle...
- Sarah H.
Morgan S.
5.0
Morgan is amazing! She's been with us for about six months so far, as our son has aged from 4 to 10 months old. She is punctual, communicative, friendly, smart, dependable, and responsible. Our son loves playing with her and always lights up when she arrives. She has done everything we've asked for...
- Michelle H.
Kaylie W.
5.0
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 they were both asleep when we got home. She was very quick to respond when I texted her and both our cat and dog made her their new best friend. I...
- Alicia T.
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