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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Tarentum, PA
The average rate is $33/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years
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5.0
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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.
Amanda C.
New Kensington, PA
$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Lots Of Experience! Absolutely Love Children! Available Afternoons On Weekdays And All Weekends!
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I've been babysitting since I was 15. In high school, I did community service, helping children with special needs in the classroom. I love playing games and keeping kids entertained! I'd love to read to them and take them to the park or zoo. I am currently employed full time, but would like a little bit of extra income. I'm...
5.0
"Amanda is great! My son loves to have her stay with him. She has also helped out with my dog. She is extremely personable, reliable and trustworthy. I would recommend Amanda for any of your needs.
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Reviewed by Ann W.
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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...
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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...
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"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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Hello parent(s), I am a reliable and compassionate nanny who has been caring for children of all ages. Proven ability to provide a safe and nurturing environment, while also engaging children in educational fun and creative play. Have a very strong protective instinct. I love my children as though they are my own.
Skills:...
5.0
"Gretchen T is a treasure. She cared for our daughter when I returned to work after my maternity leave in January 2021. She was our nanny for one year.
Gretchen is highly experienced as a caregiver. She is a...
Reviewed by Catalina P.
Kathy C.
New Kensington, PA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mature, Nurturing Childcare + Play And Encouragement
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I have provided childcare in my home and in childcare centers. I worked as a special education paraprofessional for 12 years at a local school district. I have experience with all ages of children from newborn through high school and am comfortable caring for children with special needs. I enjoy caring for children and know the...
5.0
"Kathy is wonderful! She's warm and friendly and my son loves her. If she wasn't already hired by another family I would've hired her long term, for sure!"
Reviewed by Christina M.
Georgetta W.
New Kensington, PA
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have been a professional caregiver over 40 years. CNA for 20 years mostly in long term care. Received my LPN license in 1995 and worked mainly thru nursing agency hire. In addition, I volunteered as an EMT for over 30 years on several local ambulance services. I am looking for either senior or pet care positions. Currently, I...
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I have been a nurses aide for 33 years and am looking for extra jobs to fill my time. I have experience with children and adults of all ages, including special needs.
Mary C.
Gibsonia, PA
$10-15/hr • 2 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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-Worked with autism/special needs for 20 years.
Victoria H.
Valencia, PA
$17-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have been in the childcare setting for 4 years. I have experience with children ages 6 weeks-12 years. I have all of my clearances and I'm pediatric CPR and first aid certified. I am currently a junior in college, majoring in early childhood education.
I have experience with special needs children as well.
I am looking...
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I am currently a special education major at SRU. I have taken coursework devoted to working with special needs students. I also have a special needs brother so am very sensitive to not only the needs of the special needs child but also of their sibling(s).
I also was President of my high school's child development class and...
Brandy M.
Gibsonia, PA
$20-30/hr • 10 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...
Marla B.
Springdale, PA
$19-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I have a lot of experience working with children. I babysat toddlers back in grade school as my mother ran a daycare business.
I have worked at grade schools as an instructional assistant, sub-teacher, and paraprofessional and worked with children with special needs.
My most recent nanny job was caring for a 3-month-old infant...
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"Marla was great! She was our nanny for 2 months. She took care of our 3 month old when I went back to work, just before we moved. In addition to taking care of our baby she helped with laundry, dishes, loved on...
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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...
Ariel R.
Pittsburgh, PA
$10-15/hr
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Have a degree in Health Sciences, and currently a nursing student in my last semester with clinical and life saving experience! Would love to help you and your loved ones!
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Experienced LPN looking for part time work after 4 p.m. to assist with senior, pet, special needs care. Previous EMT also. Prefer M-F as I have a full time position working with a special needs student.
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I'm able to cook, clean, and help with schoolwork. I also know how to work with special needs children.
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I am currently a junior in college majoring in early childhood education and special education. I have taken many child development classes, and have had a lot of first hand experience with school age children in the field. In addition, I have been a summer nanny for the last two summers. One summer I was a nanny for four...
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I have a heart for individuals with special needs, I always have. I have had several friends throughout my life that have special needs and through them, I have just loved what I have learned and have gained such a heart for individuals with special needs. I enjoy making them smile, and doing whatever I can to make their day...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tarentum, PA
Brooke K.
5.0
Brook is great! My daughter loved her and her kids a lot! They had a blast playing together!
- Nadine M.
Amanda C.
5.0
Amanda is great! My son loves to have her stay with him. She has also helped out with my dog. She is extremely personable, reliable and trustworthy. I would recommend Amanda for any of your needs.
- Ann W.
Rachel F.
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 Rachel, and look forward to her watching our son again. Thank you Rachel!
- Care member
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.
Gretchen M.
5.0
Gretchen T is a treasure. She cared for our daughter when I returned to work after my maternity leave in January 2021. She was our nanny for one year.
Gretchen is highly experienced as a caregiver. She is a grandmother of six and has been responsible for numerous other children throughout her...
- Catalina P.
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