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Ashley is the first babysitter that we've ever had for our 2.5 year old son, so we were a little anxious. The anxiety quickly cleared as…

Review for Ashley W. by Samantha F.

Amanda is a very dependable care giver ! On time , thorough and certainly one you can trust with any of your care giver needs !

Review for Amanda M. by Kay S.

I have known Monica for 12 years, she has watched my children for 6 of those 12. We have since moved out of state and she remains part of…

Review for Monica B. by Autumn S.

Special needs caregivers in Monongahela, PA

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Ashley W.


Pittsburgh, PA

$8-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Future Pediatrician! One-time & Recurring

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a medical student studying to be a pediatrician! I have lots of experience with kiddos of all ages (infant+) and I'm here for any chaotic fun! Furry friends are a plus! I have worked with children with a variety of special needs and am able to provide that type of care. I am comfortable with overnight jobs, as well. I...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ashley is the first babysitter that we've ever had for our 2.5 year old son, so we were a little anxious. The anxiety quickly cleared as soon as we met her though! Our son and pets immediately warmed up to her. We feel lucky to have found her and have already hired...

Samantha F.

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Amanda M.


Ruffs Dale, PA

$18-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

I am a lifelong resident of Pennsylvania, currently living in Ruffsdale. I am the mother of three. My experience includes caring for individuals with special needs and intellectual disabilities. I have cared for the elderly, persons with dementia, strokes, and more. In addition, I can provide minimal housekeeping, meal prep,...
5.0
"Amanda is a very dependable care giver ! On time , thorough and certainly one you can trust with any of your care giver needs !"

Kay S.

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Monica B.


Canonsburg, PA

$17-28/hr • 4 yrs exp

Child Care

Hello my name is Monica! I currently work as a Toddler Teacher during the week. I use to be a nanny and wad with that fanily for a little over 2 years. Before that I worked in an infant class as a teacher in Colorado. The kids in my care were 6 weeks to 18 months. I have experience with kids with special needs, as I use to...
Monica can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"I have known Monica for 12 years, she has watched my children for 6 of those 12. We have since moved out of state and she remains part of our family. She is compassionate, caring, and has amazing communication. She is still involved in all of my children's lives...

Autumn S.

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Shania B.


Monroeville, PA

$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caretaker Flexible Scheduling

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

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...
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!"

Sarah L.

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Diana V.


Pittsburgh, PA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Playful And Easygoing

Hello! My name is Diana and I am looking part time for a position as a caregiver to the elderly. I have been helping people who have mobility issues and cognitive issues and need some one around them and care for them. I have a really good report with those who are aging and bringing excitement to their day by playing all sorts...
5.0
"Diana has been a fabulous caregiver to my mom. She is punctual and flexible if we ever need to change days/times. She is always coming up with new ideas to keep my mom awake, alert and engaged. She plays games, does crafts and is willing to tackle new recipes. She...

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Marina D.


Homestead, PA

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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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Kelly R.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-24/hr • 7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

3.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I attended University of Pennsylvania, where I earned a Bachelors of Education in Special Education (Pre K-Grade 8) and Pre-K-Grade 4 education. I spent two years working as a special education teacher for grades 7 and 8 followed by three years working as a special education teacher in Kindergarten through third grade...
3.0
"We hired Kelly last summer and kept her on our caregiver backup list for almost a year. She was very intelligent,soft spoken and brought a lot of experience to the caregiver position. Lovely individual. The challenge that we encountered was her lack of...

Molly H.

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Emilia P.


Pittsburgh, PA

$26-34/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced, Educated, Fun And Crafty Part Time Nanny Looking For A Second Part Time Position.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
Emilia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Emilia is FANTASTIC and has been a wonderful addition to our family. She is trustworthy, and great with our two daughters. I cannot express how confidently I recommend Emilia. She is THE best!!!"

Andrew T.

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Joelle N.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, nice to meet you! My name is Joelle but you and your kids can call me Jojo. I have been working with children for the last 15 years and as a professional nanny for the last three years. I specialize in twins of all ages from newborn to grade school. I have nannied at least six sets of twins throughout the years. I...
Joelle can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Joelle nannied for us for 9 months during the pandemic and the whole family loved her! Our twins (4yo at the time) adored playing with her, loved the food she cooked for them (pizza bagels!), and we felt so comfortable with her caring for them. We would hire her...

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Nilah J.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Nilah. I am a recent graduate from the University of Pittsburgh with a B. S. in Neuroscience and 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 learn from...
Nilah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Nilah was wonderful with our 9 month old! Covid conscious, punctual, respectful and dependable. Would definitely hire again!"

Joseph W.

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Chynna W.


East McKeesport, PA

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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!"

Mehvish S.

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Jennier K.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter - Cat Aficionado - Special Needs Experience

Most of my experience comes from babysitting three children of varying ages. One child carried a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder and the other two were from Russian. I am comfortable and confident in working with children with special needs of all ages. I am also a seasoned professional in counseling; utilizing care and...
Jennier can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Alexis L.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Senior & People With Special Needs Caretaker/ Tutor!

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...
Alexis can also help with: Respite care, personal care
Skills:

CNA

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Lauren G.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Looking For Fun Moments With Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I do not have children of my own, but I love spending time with other peoples children. I feel that I am making a difference in their lives. I have over 15 years of experience dealing with children. I have worked with special needs children and now working at after school program. I love the opportunity to come up with teaching...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jane S.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Summer Nanny With Experience

I have been in child care since I was about 13 years old. I started with babysitting family friends and went on to nanny after school while I was in high school. I am comfortable with all ages, but I am best with younger children, as I have spent most of my time caring for them. I am able to take children to activities or run...
Jane can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Vanessa C.


Pittsburgh, PA

$19-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Vanessa and I am a 40-year-old mother, wife, and para professional educator. I am friendly, caring, compassionate, patient, and reliable. I have all of my clearances needed to work with children as well as being CPR certified. I work full time during the school year with special needs children and I would love to...
Vanessa can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Hannah R.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

I am a substance abuse therapist with a background in play therapy. I spent my summers in college teaching home economics to children with disabilities and running work study programs at the local science museum. I enjoy crafting, cooking and good books. I look forward to sharing my diverse skill set with your family.
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Jennifer M.


West Mifflin, PA

$21/hr • 19 yrs exp

Caring And Compassionate Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a caring, compassionate, and nurturing nanny who has 15+ years experience caring for infants through preschoolers. I have credentials as a teacher's aide through Pittsburgh, PA school districts assisting special needs students with their daily school routine and am 9 credits away from an Associate's degree as an...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Lindsay S.


Muse, PA

$13-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Experienced Zoo Handler

I have a huge passion for the care of kids. All throughout high school and college I volunteered with elementary and special needs children. I went to college to be a veterinary assistant and have been working in the veterinary field for about 5 years. Whether it be your child or your pet, I'm happy and ready to wrangle!
Lindsay can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Bella B.


Bridgeville, PA

$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Babysitter And Child Development Major

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a current nanny and have been caring for children for almost 6 years now. I have experience with all age groups, from infants to middle schoolers, and I am comfortable and accepting of all children! I have a bachelor's degree in child development and family studies, and have experience in a classroom so I am always open to...
Bella can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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