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Nicole F.


Latham, NY

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Available.

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Hi my name is Nicole!! I have cared for and supervised many children over the course of 5 years. Besides babysitting I have worked at a school supervising the children in the after school program. In addition, I have worked at internships working with children with special needs. I have cared for children between the ages of 2...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Margaret. I'm 22 years old and love working with all children as it comes naturally to me. To work well with children I believe you need to be present, positive and patient. These are my best qualities! I'm currently pursuing a bachelors in psychology at the University of Albany. I have a lot of expierience...
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Karin T.


Valatie, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

RN Available Full-time With Extensive Experience With Geriatric/special Needs Populations

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: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
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Brooke S.


Albany, NY

$14-19/hr6 yrs exp

Hi there! A little about me- I have worked as a live in nanny in Seattle for 2 years, but relocated back home at the beginning of COVID. I currently work as a behavioral specialist for children with special needs and love every minute of it. When I'm not at work, I like to spend my time with my dogs or with my family!
Brooke can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jolene D.


Cheshire, MA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

I did two summers at a summer camp program with children who had development disabilities and behaviors. . I have been a CNA/HHA for 9+yrs and special needs. I have knowledge of seizure protocols, non-verbal communication, personal care, and activities. Hope that can sum up most of my experience.
I absolutely love kids! I have worked with a special needs kid this past year and now I am ready to make memories with new children. I also am very familiar with online learning and occupational, physical, and speech therapy. I am very energetic and happy to learn new things. I'm very patient and willing to work with you!
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Candice H.


Albany, NY

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider

15+ years. Specialize in caring for children with special needs. Reliable, trustworthy, and friendly
Candice can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Hello! I have experience working with adults with special needs. Such as lifts, rotations and bed turns.
Lindsey can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
Skills:

CPR

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Tammy S.


Cohoes, NY

$18-26/hr

Experience With Special Needs

I have experience with some special needs areas from my own twins and family members. My twins were premature. I have an older daughter who has adhd. With my twins both had major development delays. Both needing speech therapy. My son is high functioning autism and adhd. My twins also had cognitive delays. My son had an IEP plan...
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Judith H.


Glenmont, NY

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Educated Semi-retired Person

I have a master's degree and special education, but more importantly I have four decades of working with people with varying needs. I am a tutor, teacher, advocate and friendly person!
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Karlamarie C.


Albany, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

LPN

I have 10 years of nursing experience caring for patient with multiple medical and surgical needs, before I became a LPN I worked in a day care for 7 years in a infant toddler rooms. I love being able to provide support to clients/patients and their families.
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Taylor M.


Watervliet, NY

$16-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Taylor and I'm currently a senior at UAlbany studying Public Health and English. I have 3 years of experience working with individuals with Autism and ADHD. Toileting, feeding, hygiene, and dressing are all actions I'm comfortable assisting in and facilitating. I have experience with Alzheimer's as I take of my...
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Nashanti C.


Albany, NY

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

Working with the center for disability services I've developed 5 years of experience working with children and adults with all sort of special needs. I found a passion for it and am trying to pursue a career working with children with special needs as I further my education. I've worked with high functioning and low functions...
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Victoria C.


Albany, NY

$25-35/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Victoria. I am in graduate school for Early Childhood Psychology & Social Work. I have three younger siblings (ages 19, 10, & 8) & lots of previous experience with children of all ages. I'm comfortable caring for newborns to toddlers to teens. I have experience caring for children with special needs as well. I'm...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Amber S.


Pittsfield, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

I have watched children ranging in ages 6 months up to 12 years old. I have been watching children for over 10 years and I absolutely love it. I like to do arts and crafts as well as be outside to play whenever the weather cooperates. I have worked with children with special needs as well and have some training in that area. I...
Amber can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alysa B.


Schenectady, NY

$16-25/hr1 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Nanny

I am currently getting my degree in childhood special education at Suny Geneseo. I have worked in VIP after school programs. I feel very comfortable helping with special needs children or children with learning disabilities. I think being a positive role model is very important and I love being outdoors and staying active!
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Jahtasia B.


Watervliet, NY

$16-21/hr

I Worked In This Field Of Work For Over 5 Years. Lot Of Experience

Hi my name is JahTasia, I have worked in the health field since 2012, I am very experienced in the field of health care. I worked with a bunch of different patients from young age to elderly. I am very passionate at what I do and I take my job very serious. My main goal is to make my patients feel comfortable and happy, not only...
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Brianna M.


Albany, NY

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

My name is Brianna. I have close to 2 years experience assisting individuals with special needs. I have experience in working as a Direct Support Professional supporting individuals of various ages, that have developmental/intellectual disabilities. I provided them assistance with tasks like meal prep or cooking, toileting and...
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Angelina P.


Selkirk, NY

$16-24/hr10 yrs exp

Have A Place In My Heart For People With Disabilities

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...

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