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Amanda F.
McKees Rocks, PA
$38/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Children are so delicate, and when it comes to caring for them, your nanny/caregiver should be too! I believe, professionally, my strongest suit is my ability to form bonds with children. To make them feel safe and comfortable around me as well as their parents, while adding me as part of the "family". I have been nannying /in...
5.0
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I am a Health Science graduate of Towson University and currently am completing a second degree Nursing program. Through working in healthcare I am up to date on all CPR and first aid training. I have been babysitting since I was 12. Throughout the years, I have gained experience with a wide range of ages and also have done...
5.0
"Olivia was very engaging with us as parents and interactive with our daughter. No complaints and certainly appreciate her willingness to interview and provide a copy of her driver's license. Thanks, Olivia!"
Reviewed by Aaron B.
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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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 5 years, and have 10+ years of babysitting...
Sophie W.
Pittsburgh, PA
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! I a recent graduate from Boston University school of public health with a masters in public health law. I recently moved to NYC to work at Spencer Stuart but will not begin until the end of the summer. I have always loved working with children and in the past, have volunteered at Children's Hospital, refereed for soccer...
5.0
"Sophie is a highly dependable and responsible caregiver. She is proactive, punctual, and organized which allows her to excel in many realms and provide excellent care to children and their families. Further,...
Reviewed by Angelina W.
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.
3.3
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Hello! I'm a mother of a beautiful 9-year-old daughter, an 8-year-old boy, and a 2-month-old daughter. I was caring for a family with 4 little girls for about 4 years, until the mother decided to stay at home.
I have been involved in daycare activities and a friend's nursery. I studied Child Development in college and...
4.0
"My 2 year old son enjoyed it when she was over to watch him. She would get him up and feed him. Sometimes she would even help out by cleaning up around the house and did laundry. She had some transportation...
Reviewed by Merideth L.
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.
5.0
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Hey, hi, hello! I am an experienced caretaker who loves working with children of all backgrounds. I specialize in working with children who have trauma, mental illness, and other special needs. I am enthusiastic about engaging the children I work with in fun and creative activities while I am caretaking. Additionally, I have all...
5.0
"Mickayla is an exceptional babysitter who took care of my 12-year-old autistic daughter, Paige, with the utmost respect and compassion. She was patient, kind, and understanding, and always made sure that Paige...
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5.0
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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.
Nilah J.
Pittsburgh, PA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! I'm Nilah. I am a senior at the University of Pittsburgh. I'm studying Neuroscience on the pre-med track with minors in chemistry, Africana Studies. Spanish. I want to go into pediatrics so I love working with kids. I believe that I can be good role model and additionally I can learn just as much from children as they can...
5.0
"Nilah was wonderful with our 9 month old! Covid conscious, punctual, respectful and dependable. Would definitely hire again!"
Reviewed by Joseph W.
5.0
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Currently filling a full time position. Best of luck!
Hi! I'm a Yankee/Southerner, with family in Connecticut, Missouri, & Texas. I have 20 years of overall experience with children. I have a passion for arts and crafts and used to teach ceramics to children 2-14-year-olds for 3 years. As a teenager I babysat children of...
5.0
"Caty is a professional nanny. Reliable, trustworthy, on time, honest and flexible. She would do light housework, prepare meals, pick up the kids and take them to their activities and send us lots of videos of...
Reviewed by Roshni F.
Lindsey C.
Coraopolis, PA
$20-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Looking For Weeknight/weekend Babysitting Opportunity
5.0
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Hi! My name is Lindsey. I am currently a full time nanny M-F to a 2 and a half year old little girl, and have been with her since she was 4 months old. She is my absolute best friend! We spend our days walking to the park to play on the swings and climb the jungle gyms, as well as daily outings to museums, play groups,...
5.0
"Lindsey has been our daughter’s nanny for 15+ months. She started when our daughter was 4 months old, and my daughter absolutely adores her (as do we)! Lindsey does a phenomenal job engaging my toddler with...
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Carlie D.
Pittsburgh, PA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
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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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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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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Hello, my name is Kristi, I am looking to help make differences in the world, your family and better the quality of life for every individual that has abilities and personal struggles. I have 9+ years of experiences in the work field, an undergraduate focused in Early Childhood atypical and typical. My Masters Degree is in...
5.0
"Kristi was amazing!! She was so thoughtful and thorough and asked us tons of questions before she arrived to make sure she was super prepared to help out with our special needs son. Her experience and knowledge...
Reviewed by Charles R.
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I am a mother of 3 children. I am very qualified for your childcare position. I have experienced many situations with my own children and feel I can handle any situation that may arise.
Experience with special needs, seizures, terminal illness and twins.
Sarah C.
Pittsburgh, PA
$12-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have several years of experience with childcare and nannying for a variety of ages. I have worked in early intervention as an occupational therapist, and have had child development education during my training for my MSOT ( master of science in occupational therapy). I currently work with geriatrics as a Director of Rehab, but...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in McKees Rocks, PA
Olivia P.
5.0
Olivia was very engaging with us as parents and interactive with our daughter. No complaints and certainly appreciate her willingness to interview and provide a copy of her driver's license. Thanks, Olivia!
- Aaron B.
Sophie W.
5.0
Sophie is a highly dependable and responsible caregiver. She is proactive, punctual, and organized which allows her to excel in many realms and provide excellent care to children and their families. Further, she engages seamlessly with children, develops creative activities, and most importantly...
- Angelina W.
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.
Amanda N.
5.0
I myself and my family have hired Amanda for many things. She has always been on time and stayed longer if needed. She always does an amazing job. No matter if it was for housekeeping or watching my son or my pets and she has also helped care for my grandmother. We all love her and haven't found...
- Tasia L.
Mickayla G.
5.0
Mickayla is an exceptional babysitter who took care of my 12-year-old autistic daughter, Paige, with the utmost respect and compassion. She was patient, kind, and understanding, and always made sure that Paige was comfortable and happy. Mickayla’s gentle nature and caring approach made her the...
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