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I'm patient and able to over come difficult situations. I love to help people to make the world a better place
Ella R.
Troy, NY
$16-30/hr
Hi! My name is Ella, I am 18 years old and attend Siena college for nursing. I work at a hospital as a patient care tech- kind of like a CNA and am set to get my RN in two years. I feel competent in my medical knowledge and experience of working in a nursing home since I was 15 to care for people, especially seniors, with most...
Childhood Education Major (Background in Gerontology studies)
Worked with people who have special needs.
Assisted my grandparents who are handicapped.
Volunteered at Seneca Hills Rehabilitation Center through SUNY Oswego.
Worked at Appleridge Senior Living Facility
Lauren can also help with: Live-in home care, visiting nurse, dementia, personal care
I have many years experience caring for children or elderly. I also have experience taking care of adults with special needs and developmental disabilities. I'm First Aid and CPR certified, as well as infant CPR certified.
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Alison M.
Troy, NY
$20-30/hr
I am a Speech Language Pathologist looking to assist families with child-care. I enjoy working with people of all ages and all abilities.
Hi! I'm Cadence and I'm a student at Pace University studying early childhood/childhood education. With four years of nannying experience, I've had the pleasure of working with both special needs and neurotypical children, as well as in an after-school program for a special needs school. I'm passionate about creating engaging,...
Cadence can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Angelica B.
Cropseyville, NY
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Special Needs Caregiver: Licensed Special Education Teacher
I am a sixth year Special Education teacher in the Capital district looking to stay busy this summer. I am available part or full time. I have experience with children as young as three up to high school age. I have also worked with adults with disabilities in various group home settings. I have a lot of energy and love this...
I am looking to purse my master in special education. I have worked at GST BOCES working with children that have a range of disabilities. I am educated on how to help and care for those who have disabilities. I am passionate about helping those who can't necessarily help themselves and I find it incredibly rewarding to be an...
Sophia G.
Troy, NY
$16-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Sophia:) I have experience working with children of all ages! I have worked with children through my local after school program and I currently work/support children and adults who have special needs. My mother is a licensed daycare provider of 15+ years so I have lots of experience helping her out with...
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jojo loved being able to come and play with Miss S and her family! She can't wait to play again!"
Rachel G.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Judy and I am presently seeking a part time or full time child care provider position. My experience includes taking care of my three grandkids from birth. The oldest is now 12 years old. I have also worked with twins and children with special needs such as autism, cerebral palsy, and ADHD for the past 4 years. My...
Judith can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Judith is my mother. I am writing this review as a testimony of how wonderful she is as a mother and as a grandmother. Judith is a very loving and patient mother who has raised my brother and me. She has multiplied her love to my daughter. Judith has taken care of...
Tamara S.
5.0
(1)
As a teacher on summer break who's new to the area, I'd like to get to know some new families and spend some time with kids without having to grade their work! I have worked in education for the past decade. I also worked with children with developmental disabilities for over 10 years and still work with some of them as adults...
5.0
"Trustworthy and cleans up! She took great care of my infant and toddler and also picked up the house. "
Nikki S.
5.0
(1)
I am experienced in providing care of children with special needs such as autism, cerebral palsy, and ADHD. I am knowledgeable of the communication, learning, and physical needs of the special needs populations.
5.0
(2)
I have 10 years of experience. I have special needs background, and practice gentle parenting! Please message me with any and all questions! I'm very peaceful and passionate, and I love developing friendships with families.
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel has always been great! Lots of updates throughout the day and my son loves her. Couldn't be happier!"
Anne H.
5.0
(1)
I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
Crystal can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
4.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
With over three decades of childcare experience, I am confident in my ability to provide exceptional care for your children in your home. Since age 16, I have honed my skills through various caregiving roles, including raising my own 26- and 21-year-old twins, who were preemies with special needs. Professionally, I have served...
Tammy can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Super easy going and attentive to my son. Played with him for hours, he enjoyed her!"
Kristin B.
5.0
(2)
I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
Crystal can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
CPR
5.0
"I highly recommend Crystal as a senior caregiver. She took care of my 90 yr Father for over a year until his recent passing. She was professional, knowledgeable, very caring, extremely organized and attentive. She got along well with the other caregivers and had...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a special education teacher for 3 years in a school setting. I have a dual degree from The College of Saint Rose in Childhood and Special Education, a Masters Degree in Literacy from SUNY Albany and I am currently halfway through another Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism from The Sage Colleges. I...
5.0
"My son has been working with Marisa for several weeks, and she has been such a joy to work with! Easy to communicate with, flexible with scheduling, and such a positive, resourceful person to have in our son's life. Would highly recommend her to anyone!"
Lindsey A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Tanika Y from Albany, Ny
I am 37 yrs young and absolutely love caring for children! I'm fun loving.. energetic.. self driven and absolutely enjoy being a caregiver. I'm looking ro make some extra money. So I thought why not try doing what I love most of all. I have 15+ years of experience in childcare. Currently I have my CDA...
Tanika can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Tanika to take care of my 15 year old girl, 12 yr old boy & 2 yr old baby girl & she’s absolutely amazing. She was hired as an employee but we parted as family due to the great care she provides. All of my & my children’s needs were always met. She has...
Care member
I'm a semi-retired professional with many years of experience as a teacher, case manager and advocate for children with special needs.
Judith can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Riley H.
Cohoes, NY
$16-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with school and Cooking/Meals. I am a college student majoring in Special Education and minoring in Spanish! I love working with little kids and would also love to work with children with special needs!
Riley can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Averill Park, NY
Sophia G.
5.0
Jojo loved being able to come and play with Miss S and her family! She can't wait to play again!
- Rachel G.
Judith S.
5.0
Judith has become a part of our family. She is absolutely amazing with our baby and our two older kids (5 & 7). She puts me at ease and is so supportive.
- Alitza S.
Tanith B.
5.0
Trustworthy and cleans up! She took great care of my infant and toddler and also picked up the house.
- Nikki S.
Rachel S.
5.0
Rachel has always been great! Lots of updates throughout the day and my son loves her. Couldn't be happier!
- Anne H.
Tammy S.
5.0
I have known Tammy for almost 30 years! I have watched her raise her now adult children since birth! She even raised twins. A boy and a girl. She did it with ease. Always patient. Always kind!
- Melissa P.
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