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Jodi P.


Wexford, PA

$30-49/hr10 yrs exp

Hi

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I would love to help I'm very caring n will go out of my way to help in whatever is needed. Please send message
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Madalyn J.


Wexford, PA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Active And Caring Helper

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I've worked with a wide variety of individuals of all ages who have different intellectual and developmental disabilities. These people have made a considerable difference in the way I view life and friendships. I hope to meet more people that can have just as big of an effect on my life as I have on theirs.
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Suellen R.


Wexford, PA

$15-25/hr

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I m a mother to a 25 yr. old high-functioning Autistic daughter. While she attended school, I worked within the school district in the Special Needs classrooms. I have also worked in the Business Office of the Special Education Dept., at the school. My daughter is now out of school and we have recently moved into the area so if...
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Pamela R.


Wexford, PA

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher!

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I am a mother of 2 grown children and 2 grandchildren who keep me on my toes! I have a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. I have 30 years of teaching experience at different Preschools and Child Care Centers. I have an extensive amount of lesson plans for preschool age. Between my kids, grandkids, and...
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Marilyn R.


Mars, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Grandmother Of 10

5.0

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I am an experienced, active Grandmother of 10. I am interested in part-time care of your children in your home or mine. I am very experienced with children of all ages from newborn to teen. I am available for part time work and when a full-time nanny is not needed. This includes days, evenings, and weekends. I would be...
5.0
"Marilyn was wonderful with our two children. She even made them cookies and took them to a park! Was so nice to enjoy a date night and get pictures texted to me of the kids all during the evening. Will...

Reviewed by Nicole F.

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Andrea W.


Pittsburgh, PA

$19-25/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello! I am a Nursing student looking to find part time work while I attend school. I adore kids and would love to help families out when I can! I am experienced/certified in CPR, Medication, special needs, infants, and first aide. My availability changes every so often because of the type of nursing program I am in. If you...
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Holly B.


Pittsburgh, PA

$17-27/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Nurturing, Educational Nanny

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 watched our 20-month-old daughter for about 2 months in between changing daycare. She is a professional and highly engaged with the children. Every time I came to pick up my daughter she was focused and...

Reviewed by Andrew D.

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Samantha S.


Freedom, PA

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Responsible, Caring And Fun Sitter.

5.0

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I love kids and I can't wait to someday have a few of my own. I have been babysitting family, friends, and others' children since I was about 12 years old. I have a lot of experience with all ages, I've babysat newborns up to 16 years old. I have experience with special needs babies. I am CPR and first-aid certified. I've...
5.0
"I hired Sam to babysit my 3 and half year old little girl and 1 and half year old little boy. Sam was dependable, caring with the children and was able to manage both children at the same time. She has been...

Reviewed by Cait T.

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Elizabeth N.


Pittsburgh, PA

$5-10/hr1 yrs exp

Child Care/ Special Needs Provider

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.

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Hi! My name is Gianna and I am 22 years old and a college senior. I go to Ohio University and am a Hearing Speech and Language Sciences Major! I have been working with children since I was 14, and I have been a caregiver paid since the age of 16. My mother is a special educator, so I have always grown up working with kids! I...
5.0
"We were so pleased with Gianna! She only babysat for us a few times, my husband ended up having a back injury at work, but we were very happy and would have her babysit for us again anytime! Friendly with a...

Reviewed by Michelle J.

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Ja' Net M.


Pittsburgh, PA

$26-35/hr10 yrs exp

Certified CNA

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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Beth B.


Pittsburgh, PA

$25-49/hr10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist

5.0

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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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Carlie D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-15/hr1 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...
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Maranda F.


Cranberry Township, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

5.0

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Hello! I am an adoptive mom of teens in the Cranberry Township area. I have a background in pediatric speech pathology & nannied for years prior to that. I have worked with tons of different kiddos and am also comfortable with tough behaviors and special needs. I have stayed home with my kids for the last two years and am now...
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"Maranda is very enthusiastic and creative. She easily managed my three children, all under 6 years old. She performed any task that we requested exactly as we requested. She takes initiative with the children...

Reviewed by Amy N.

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Catherine Z.


Pittsburgh, PA

$25-27/hr10 yrs exp

Part/Full-Time Nanny (During School And Summer)

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...
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"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.

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Cara C.


Mars, PA

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Adventurous Caregiver

5.0

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I am a recently retired teacher with over 30 years of educating elementary aged children including special needs and ESL. I'm used to managing groups of 25 children for 8 different lessons throughout the day so multitasking and management are my specialties. My passion is to share my love for nature, adventure, and compassion...
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"Cara made us feel so comfortable while watching our son in our home. He was so well taken care of, Cara provided us with an update during the day and left very detailed notes about his activities throughout the...

Reviewed by Aislynn M.

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Ellisyn M.


Cranberry Township, PA

$25-45/hr8 yrs exp

An Adapted Physical Activity Graduate And Teacher

5.0

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Hello, my name is Ellisyn. One of my minors in college was Adapted Physical Activity. Through my minor, I have worked with many people with different ability levels. I do not like to refer to individuals with varying abilities with the term "disability", because it is not about what they are limited to do, but rather what he or...
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Rachel S.


Cranberry Township, PA

$23/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I have been a nanny for the past 15 years & worked for some wonderful families. I've watched up to 6 children at a time from newborn up to high school age. I have my child abuse & criminal history clearances, a clean driving record and am CPR certified. I also have special needs experience. Whether it's helping a new mom...
5.0
"Rachel was awesome! My son just adored her. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Barbara R.


Baden, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Weekend/occasional Jobs

5.0

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I work a full time job during the week. I am looking for a weekend job right now in my home or yours; childcare, special needs or senior care. Can work with you on cash rate if many hours needed at one time I am also available at 5 p.m. and on during the week. I have nannied for the last 4 and a half years full time. I love...
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"Barb helped me a few times babysitting my 2 year old daughter. She is always reliable and on time, she and my daughter became friends very quickly, she connected so well with her and she was great on...

Reviewed by Helen U.

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Carla M.


Cranberry Township, PA

$13-50/hr3 yrs exp

About Me :)

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Hello! My name is Carla and I am a senior Speech Pathology major at Kent State University with a minor in Autism Spectrum Disorders. I have all of my clearances required for child care, and can provide them if needed! I have experience with many age ranges between my past internship at the Hope Center where I worked with...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wexford, PA

Marilyn R.

5.0

Marilyn was amazing with our newborn daughter (4-5 months). Not much else to say other than completely satisfied.

- Samuel L.

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.

Samantha S.

5.0

I hired Sam to babysit my 3 and half year old little girl and 1 and half year old little boy. Sam was dependable, caring with the children and was able to manage both children at the same time. She has been wonderful and I would definitely recommend her.

- Cait T.

Elizabeth N.

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.

- Renee C.

Gianna P.

5.0

Gianna was excellent. She clearly knew what she was doing, and expertly handled our two kids. It was a first time for us leaving kids with a non-family member. She was very understanding of that. Gianna is an excellent communicator and provided updates proactively, asked questions when needed,...

- Illya Y.

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