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I have 6 years working with epileptic, ASD, and special needs children at a local hospital. I am particularly experienced with pediatric seizure disorders and emergency situations. Please reach out with any questions. I would love to help.
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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...
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"Caty was great with our 3 grandchildren who came to live with us unexpectedly. She was with us for 2 years. Very dependable, very flexible. She made sure they did homework, did their chores, prepared snacks...
Reviewed by Kelli K.
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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...
Lindsey C.
Coraopolis, PA
$20-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Looking For Weeknight/weekend Babysitting Opportunity
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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,...
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"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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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...
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"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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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...
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"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.
Erin G.
Pittsburgh, PA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Have been baby sitting for 6 years. I have babysat children in my neighborhood and family members. I have experience with special needs children. I have experience babysitting infants, toddlers, as well as small children.
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Hello, I'm Kiera! I have 11 years of experience working with children of all ages. I attended the University of Pittsburgh and obtained both my Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Applied Developmental Psychology. I am a behavioral therapist for children on the autism spectrum. I am looking to pick up a couple of childcare hours...
Elizabeth G.
Pittsburgh, PA
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I'm available to care for your children for date nights and weekends! I have seven years of experience as a caregiver, I have worked with all ages, from infant up to teens, as well as special needs experience (Down's syndrome, cystic fibrosis, autism and other behavioral disorders).
I like to do crafty projects and play games...
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I am compassionate, caring and capable. Most recently, I served as a caregiver for an 82-year-old woman who needed to move to a nursing facility due to health reasons . For many years, I have assisted with caring for a special needs girl with my daughter who is a nurse and my 93-year-old mother-in-law who has dementia.
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Andrea W.
Pittsburgh, PA
$18-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I am experienced in almost all categories on the special needs spectrum. I have worked with blind clients, deaf clients, dementia clients, down syndrome clients, etc. I am also experienced in working with young/elderly. I am CPR/First Aid trained by American Red cross. I am able to feed and bathe. I am fully vaccinated. I love...
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I am a homeschooling mother of three children, and a registered nurse - certified in CPR and first aid. I am also a certified case manager. I enjoy helping people and have a compassionate and caring personality. Clearances and references provided upon request.
Alexis T.
Pittsburgh, PA
$16/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I have plenty of experience with children. I started babysitting for family friends when I was 12 and have worked with ages 6 months to 13 years old. I have experience helping with sick children, special needs children, and am willing to help around the house as well!
Denise C.
Pittsburgh, PA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have done home health care for 25 years and I have worked with special needs adults for the past five years with the state, I have also accompanied families on vacation to help with their loved one's.
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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.
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I am a clinical psychology major with a minor in special education at Robert Morris University. I work well with all people of all backgrounds.
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...
Theresa D.
Pittsburgh, PA
$30-38/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello, my name is Theresa. I have an Associates degree in Nursing. I have over 10 years experience in private duty/ home care pediatrics ages newborn-teenage. I have additional trainings/ certifications in adults with dementia and medically complex/special needs children. I am CPR/AED certified and have all clearances....
Emily G.
Coraopolis, PA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
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I am reliable honest, and people have trusting me with their loved ones and homes for over 25 years, and that is a very big responsibility, I also work for the state with special needs adults, I have all my clearances, so I'm up to date on all my health care, and my vehicle is properly insured and safe, I hope look forward to...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Oakdale, PA
Catherine Z.
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 their activities, prepare dinner, read, help with homework, and get them ready for bed....
- Roshni F.
Lindsey C.
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 books, songs, crafts, games, and outdoor play- never screen time. She is so patient, caring,...
- Care member
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...
- Care member
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.
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