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Deann C.
Athens, NY
$16-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Have my teaching assistant certificate and my associates in adolescent education. Experience and training in early childhood. Experience with autistic and special needs children. Reliable and compassionate. Flexible schedule.
Deann can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I am retired from teaching special needs children. I have experience with stroke patients. I'm very dependable.
Karen can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Arianna J.
Ghent, NY
$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mom of a 5-year-old and I am CPR/AED certified. I have experience with children with special needs as well. I'm crafty, willing to help with homework, play sports or fun games, you name it. I'm the fun babysitter and would love to help you.
Arianna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
(2)
I worked as a direct support professional for almost 12 years, and I stayed in the field so long because of how rewarding it can be. While employed at a former agency, I received an employee award for fulfilling the lifelong dream of one of my individuals. At the last agency I was employed at, I received employee of the month...
5.0
"Amanda is a gem - sensible, professional, consistent and has a very optimistic attitude that inspires confidence. She follows through, makes good suggestions. I could not be more pleased - I have a teen age daughter with special needs who requires prompts and...
Ilze E.
Taelor W.
Catskill, NY
$16/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have worked with children who have special needs one-on-one in the classroom.
I am a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with an exceptional work record and have a lot of experience in all aspects of the nursing field, including pediatrics, geriatrics, vents, assisted feeding machine and so much more. I am CPR and AED certified, therefore I can and will handle emergencies if they occur.
Hi! I just relocated back to Hudson and I am eager to find a family with children that need the extra help.
I'm the help. My background is primarily in the Food Service industry (NYC) as a Lunch Lady at private schools, a private chef/caterer, a crossing guard, a teachers aid at a pre-k for kiddos with special needs. A doting...
Cecilie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Thresa C.
Hudson, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name is Thresa . I have experience with children with special needs , behaviors , mental health , autism ticks & others . I am also a CNA my specialty is dementia & hospice worked at many nursing homes & agency . I am also in the child care field I've had 2x a home exempt day care in my own home . I work also thru a nanny...
Kaitlyn B.
Hudson, NY
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a caregiver, my primary goal is to foster children's growth and development. I've been a childcare provider for three years, and I'm passionate about nurturing children's creativity and curiosity. With a background in early childhood development, I create a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn and thrive....
Kaitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Arianna J.
Ghent, NY
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I worked with Aim Services Inc for 3 years with their self direction program. I helped people with mobility issues, wanting to learn social skills and independence, and so much more. I love working with kids as I am a mom myself but I also have experience working with young adults and seniors. Most of my experience is with...
Vanessa M.
Hudson, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I am 46 years old, 14 years experience with kids all ages and with special needs, I' m reliable, really professional and educated, I love pets, enjoy the outdoors, reading, art and crafts, music, theater, play games and cooking.
I was in charge of schedule play dates, organize and do light house cleaning, bilingual...
Vanessa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hi, I have over 20 years experience as a trained Social Worker. During this time, I have worked with different populations. In my most recent adventure, as I like to call it, I work with individuals with various intellectual disabilities - majorly Autism. I am patient, caring, flexible and adaptable. I love doing arts and...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a CPR-certified and education-certified nanny with over 8 years of experience, I have a strong background in working with children aged 5 months to 12 years. My passion for toddler development has been honed through extensive work in daycares and Montessori settings. With a background in music education, I incorporate...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in the human service field sense I was 18 and prior to that growing up my family always worked in that field also grew up helping take care of my grandfather who had a sever brain injury and behaviors. This field comes natural to me and something I am compassionate about. I also have a 6-year-old who's disabled and...
5.0
(13)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I worked with children for many years. I've cared for the elderly before teaching and also worked with children of special needs. I came back to where I love being and that is with the elder.
I've been caring for the elderly for over 28years. I've worked in nursing homes and privately in many homes. I'm experienced with...
Cindy can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"My husband and I highly recommend Cindy for senior care. Cindy was an amazing healthcare assistant. Cindy took care of my mother in law for a little over a year when my husband and I were at work. My mother in law has Parkinson's disease, and Cindy helped her to...
Kelly H.
5.0
(3)
Hi my name is Cindy I have one son 23.
I worked as a Montessori teacher for many years and had my own little private school/daycare for 8years. I've also cared the elderly for the past 8 years.
Karin T.
Valatie, NY
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
RN Available Full-time With Extensive Experience With Geriatric/special Needs Populations
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
RN with 25 years of direct care experience now working in home care. I've worked with dementia/Alzheimer's patients as well as the MR/DD population. I'm happy to do hygiene care, PT, household chores, food shopping, and med appointments, as well.
Karin can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
5.0
"In full disclosure, I have known Karin for many years. She provided respite for me in taking care of developmentally disabled adults who lived in my home. She was an excellent worker then and with her further education she is even more so now. I asked Karin if...
Mary B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Professional Nanny Seeking Opportunity! With 7 years of experience, I am confident in my ability to provide exceptional care for your little ones. I offer flexibility in terms of location, either coming to your home or hosting at mine.
If you're looking for just a fill in please reach out!
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Melissa is amazing with our 10-month-old! She not only makes us feel comfortable leaving him while we're at work she is also on top of things in our home. She truly goes above and beyond. So lucky to have found her!"
Ashley F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel, Swimming Supervision and day to day care . I taught gymnastics at Flach gymnastics academy. I worked with children ages 1-16. I taught special needs classes on Saturday's as well as private lessons. I am a very positive outgoing lover of life. I can't wait to meet you and...
Madison can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"To say my three daughters love Madison is an Understatement, they absolutely adore her. When she is coming to babysit they act as if a best friend is coming for a play date. Her high energy and attention to safety and care makes for an excellent child care giver....
Bonnie C.
Terri M.
Red Hook, NY
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have experience working as an RN in homecare supervising cna's, working in urgent care, working at a preschool and special needs school, working in the psychiatric unit of a local hospital, and teaching a medication course to direct care workers who work with differently abled adults in group homes.
Personally I have...
Terri can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, dementia, meal prep
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Athens, NY
Amanda B.
5.0
Amanda is a gem - sensible, professional, consistent and has a very optimistic attitude that inspires confidence. She follows through, makes good suggestions. I could not be more pleased - I have a teen age daughter with special needs who requires prompts and skill-building on a number of daily...
- Ilze E.
Cindy H.
5.0
I am a home health care physical therapist and had had the pleasure of working with clients that Cindy cares for. She takes her job seriously and genuinely cares about her clients and their families. She is skilled, attentive and willing to follow through with requests from a therapist such as...
- Carolyn G.
Karin T.
5.0
I hired Karin to assist with caring for my parents. One has Alzheimer's and the other Parkinson's Disease. She worked with us for a couple years until their conditions required 24hour care. She was absolutely fantastic with both! Always punctual, extremely organized, gentle yet firm when the...
- Carolyn S.
Melissa Y.
5.0
Melissa is amazing with our 10-month-old! She not only makes us feel comfortable leaving him while we're at work she is also on top of things in our home. She truly goes above and beyond. So lucky to have found her!
- Ashley F.
Madison F.
5.0
To say my three daughters love Madison is an Understatement, they absolutely adore her. When she is coming to babysit they act as if a best friend is coming for a play date. Her high energy and attention to safety and care makes for an excellent child care giver. She has watched my kids from the age...
- Bonnie C.
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