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Aubrey G.


Delanson, NY

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Anytime Caregiver Available

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I have been working with special needs young and old for over 5 years. I enjoy making them feel just as important as anyone else. I am patient, kind, understanding, calm, problem solver, and I have worked with many different disabilities, mild to severe.
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Georgia K.


Schenectady, NY

$16-20/hr3 yrs exp

Basic Mental And Medical Special Needs Care Provider

All my life I have had a passion for working with special needs children. My youngest brother is speech and developmentally delayed, and I have been working with him his entire life to ensure that he gets the proper care and respect that he deserves--whether it be emotional support and counseling, tutoring in the various...
I love working with all kids! I've worked with a variety of different kiddos and have met each of their needs.
I'm a caring and attentive nanny with over 5 years of experience. My passion for child care stems from my strong desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. I love creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn and grow. I'm creative and imaginative, which allows me to come up with fun and engaging...
Nyasia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Hello , I am Kim I have been a caregiver for over 20 years to many different individuals. I absolutely love what I do, it's my passion. I'm a loving and caring person, also punctual and very hard worker. If you have any questions or interested please feel free to message me. Thank you all.

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As a friendly and approachable childcare provider with five years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and providing reliable care for their children. My skills include cooking nutritious meals, helping with light housekeeping, and even travel, if needed. I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules and...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Mitchelle O.


Albany, NY

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Awesome Creative Fun Sitter

I absolutely love kids! I have worked with a special needs kids, infants, toddlers and pre-teens. I also am very familiar with online learning occupational, physical, and speech therapy. I am very energetic and happy to learn new things. I have also taken care of multiple children at a time and don't mind the challenge. I am a...
Mitchelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
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Rachel T.


Albany, NY

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I graduated from Marist in 2019 with a master's degree in school psychology and have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I am currently in my fourth year as a school psychologist and am working at an elementary school with students in grades K-5 in upstate New York. I also have 7 years of experience working as an applied behavior...
Worked as a camp counselor at Schenectady JCC during the months June-August through 2005-2009. Cared for a minimum of 15 children and maximum of 22 at a time, with assistance of two other counselors. Ages varied from 4-8, including children with special needs. Tasks included interacting with parents, created weekly newsletters,...
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Brooke L.


Schenectady, NY

$16/hr7 yrs exp

Dependable And Trustworthy Caregiver

Hi, my name is Brooke, I am 31 and I am looking to care for someone who may need a little extra one on one help. I have previous experience caring for autistic children. I enjoy, cooking a lot and photography. I am dependable and hardworking.
As a childcare provider with three years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing and educating children. My hours a flexible. I currently work in an elementary school helping aid teachers with students that have special needs. I am driven by the desire to make a positive impact on their lives and support families by...
Tayvonne can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
10+ yrs of working with the State working and caring for People with developmental disability. I am a supervisor from New York State.
I work as a dsp for 8 years. I love doing what I'm doing I'm pretty good at everything. Giving care. Cleaning. Responsible
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Kayla B.


Schenectady, NY

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Enrichment-based Respite Care Provider

Hello! I'm K : ) I've been a professional educator and engaged ally in special education spaces for 16 years. At present, I provide enrichment-focused, relationally-oriented respite care for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. My practice is enrichment-based, meaning I aim to add to a child's...
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Nicole C.


Delanson, NY

$16-25/hr6 yrs exp

My name is Nicole, I am currnetly pursuing my Masters in Special Education and have my Bachelor's in Speech and Hearing Science with minors in Education and Counseling. I have always had a way with kids, babies especially and currently work with students with disabilities. This makes me able willing and able to take care of a...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I am a certified preschool special education teacher. I am certified to teach special education and general education grades 1-6. I have experience working with infants, preschoolers, and elementary age children. I have worked with both typically developing children and children with special needs.
Isabella can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
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Special Needs Care

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Molly B.


Schenectady, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Professional Working Within The Field Looking For Part Time Job!

Hello, I'm Molly! I currently work for an agency in the capital district as a Community Service Coordinator. This is a full time position M-F. i love my job! In this role I oversee the Community Habilitation and Respite departments. I am looking forward to working with a great family/individual and building the trust that...
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Mercedes G.


Schenectady, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

My name is Mercedes, I'm a Venezuelan medical doctor with specialties in Toxicology and Occupational health; working in the US as caregiver for elders, infants and special needs condition persons. My priority at work is centered in: safety, happiness and general wellbeing. Please call me. Mercedes
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Drupatti S.


Schenectady, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide

Hello, my name is Drupattie. I am a certified home health aide, first aide, and CPR certified. I have been working within the healthcare field for over 10 years. I have experience with special needs, dementia Alzheimer's , hospices). I am proud of my reputation for being a very kind, honest, and...
Drupatti can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

Hello my name is Carolina I started doing home care helping my grandmother and also my aunt I have more than 10 year experience in home care and other needs love to help others and care like family. and also have house keeping experience and more.

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