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Madison D.


Buffalo, NY

$14-19/hr

Madison Dietz 18 Years Old Senior In Highschool

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I've experienced working with special needs children. I started babysitting my nephew as an infant who is special needs and currently still help with my special needs brother. I've experienced working with newborns as I have 3 younger nieces one younger nephew one 2 very close younger close cousins that I have babysat. My...
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Melissa P.


Buffalo, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Teacher & Tutor

I have experience taking care of children and adults. I also have experience taking care of clients with special needs. I can do light shopping, cooking and cleaning, dressing and grooming.
Melissa can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care
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Kelly K.


Buffalo, NY

$16-22/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Kelly and I am currently looking for babysitting/nanny opportunities in Buffalo NY! I am on the path of changing my career, returning to school, and starting a new part-time job coaching Basketball. I would describe myself as reliable, energetic, confident, and fun! I have 3+ years of experience in babysitting...
Kelly can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
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Jaycee F.


Buffalo, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! My name is Jaycee and I am looking for a part time nannying/babysitting position. I am first aid & CPR trained and have 8 years experience working with children of all ages including special needs!
Jaycee can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Jessica Z.


Buffalo, NY

$13-18/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter :)

I am a college student at St. Bonaventure and am currently working torward my art degree. I bring smiles and creativity into the home. I have roughly 5/6 years of experience with babysitting and also have experience in children with special needs.
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Marissa D.


Buffalo, NY

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I have an autistic brother and have been helping out with his care my entire life. I also have worked with kids through Erie 1 Boces for a summer program. Adults/kids with special needs have a special place in my heart and I love seeing them succeed during their every day life as well as helping them do so. I have a bachelors in...
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Emily H.


Buffalo, NY

$12-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hello families! My name is Emily. I am 28 years old and have over 9 years of experience in childcare. I have worked with children from the ages of 12 weeks all the way up to the age of 10. Previously, I worked as a teacher in an integrated preschool classroom with children of special needs. I am trained in CPR and MAT and have a...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Charles G.


Buffalo, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs And Care Giver Trained For A Spectrum Of All Age Groups!

I have 3 certifications in the healthcare field such as personal care aid (PCA), home health aide(HHA) and certified nursing assistant (CNA) and currentlyin school for my BSN in Nursing! I've worked with TBI patients, dementia, paraplegic and those who suffer with multiple sclerosis! Duties I perform is assisting with bathing,...
Charles can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kristal S.


Batavia, NY

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

I have 5 years of experience working in a group home with individuals with a wide range of Developmental Disabilities. I have experience with medication administration, attending medical appointments, repositioning, bathing, feeding, meal preparation, behavioral needs and engaging individuals in community activities.
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Megan M.


Attica, NY

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I am a second year occupational therapy student looking to further my experience in care for others. I have experience with special needs individuals. I have been a camp counselor at a camp for developmentally disabled adults. Being a counselor has allowed me to gain experience in helping individuals prepare meals, bathe, dress,...
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Karen S.


Buffalo, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I worked in a 13 bed ICF group home for developmentally Disabled people for 26 years who were medically frail. I assisted with Positioning Bathing Feeding Mobility Assistance to name a few.
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Jacquelyn P.


Buffalo, NY

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Art, Music, & Love !!

I am a mother of a 5-year-old boy! I have been babysitting for 12 years. I have experience with special needs children, including my son who has Autism. I have extensive emergency medical knowledge and love to see children flourish through music and art. For the past two years, I have taught children how to play the Ukulele, and...
Jacquelyn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Jacqueline H.


Buffalo, NY

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 30 years experience in the healthcare field, taking care of the and disabled. I have worked as a Home Health Aide, Personal care aide, Private duty aide, Certified Nursing assistant and Medical Assistant.
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Aletia B.


Buffalo, NY

$21-50/hr10 yrs exp

Motivated, Creative And Fun Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Aletia. I absolutely love working with people regardless of age, ability or disability & have over 12 yrs experience, doing so. I'd like to think of myself as a multifaceted, multitalented individual. In the past I have worked with people with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, TBIs, Spinal cord injuries, learning...
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Elizabeth G.


Buffalo, NY

$15-45/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Professional With A Masters Degree In Special Education

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have taught all subjects to all grade levels, varying from Pre-K through high school. I taught elementary education for 6 years, moving on to teach Special Education at a residential treatment facility for 4 years. I went on to teach Special Education at a middle school for 3 years. I absolutely love to teach, as well as work...
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Kayla J.


Buffalo, NY

$18-22/hr4 yrs exp

Creates A Fun And Safe Environment For Kiddos Of All Ages

I work at the after school program at an elementary school during the school year and am moving on to my 6th year doing so. This has given me experience caring for kids grades preK-5 and many with special needs or requirements. Additionally I have been babysitting for 7 years and have experience ranging from watching newborns to...
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Courtney G.


Buffalo, NY

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I work at a BOCES summer school during the summer, I've done it for the past two summers now. I absolutely love working with those children. I've worked with all different ages and all different diseases/needs. I was an aide for a boy with severe autism this past summer. The summer before that I was with a boy with behavioral...
I'd describe my personality as caring, dedicated, and invested I like working with kids because babysitting was my first job, and since then, I have always liked working with kids of any age I started working with kids when I was only 13 I would pick up from school and watch my neighbors child and when their second kid came...
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Kendra S.


Buffalo, NY

$16-50/hr1 yrs exp

I've always been passionate about supporting families and making a positive impact on children's lives. With one year of experience as a childcare provider, I have the skills and knowledge to ensure the safety and well-being of your little ones. My patient and calm demeanor, combined with my creativity and friendly nature,...
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Susanne W.


Buffalo, NY

$22-25/hr

Relieving Stress For Families In Need

Hello, my name is Susanne I have been caring for people with special needs since I was 10 years old. (Over 40 years) I have a Deaf Son, a Niece on the Spectrum and I have worked with Special needs kids in a few School districts and people of all ages on the spectrum from non verbal to high functioning. I love people and have a...

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