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Special needs caregivers in Brooktondale, NY

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Cassidy M.


Brooktondale, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Athletic And Energetic Sitter

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Working with children from ages 8 months to 16 years old for the past 10 years has been an absolutely amazing experience. I love being around children, playing games and providing care to them. I have dealt with triplets, special needs children, children with allergies and children that are very spunky. With all of my skills and...
Cassidy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

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Stacie P.


Ithaca, NY

$26/hr • 7 yrs exp

Loving Nanny/Babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I left the corporate world in 2010 to begin working as a nanny. First I worked for a friend, then did it for a living. I love kids and have found that being an influence in a child's life is far more fulfilling than my work as an executive assistant. I've worked with kids with special needs (both physical and emotional), and...
Stacie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Stacie cared for our one-year-old daughter in 2023 until we moved out of town and we miss her every day. Stacie is a wonderful nanny and person and our daughter loved her from the moment we met her. They would always have lots of fun together, and Stacie would...

Hannah K.

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Kathleen G.


Ithaca, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

A Lot of Love, Smiles and Respect

I am very experienced and reliable working with the senior population. I worked private care for seniors, hourly and live-in, for 15 years. I have my PCA but prefer duties more companion care related I worked 8 years for a non for profit agency, working with independent adults with developmental disabilities and special needs....
Kathleen can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care
5.0
"From the moment in July, 2017 that Sage came to help take care of my wife whom I could not manage by myself anymore, Sage knew what to do and when and took care of her, ran the household and made breakfast and lunch for us and great;y improved the quality of our...

Kenneth B.

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Gizem O.


Ithaca, NY

$16/hr • 7 yrs exp

Babysitter/Pet Sitter Near You!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Gizem and I am currently a college student at Cornell University. I have experience in both Babysitting and Pet sitting. I have 7 years of professional baby sitting and experience with working with children from ages 3 and up. I also have experience with caring for children with special needs. I can also help with...
Gizem can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sarah K.


Ithaca, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Former SPED Teach Seeking Part Time Nannying

Hello there! My name is Sarah. I have lived in Ithaca area for 7 years and have been lucky to work and grow in various different roles within schools and nonprofits in the community. I have my NYS teaching license for Special & Elementary education grades 1-6. I worked as a licensed teacher for 3 years at TST BOCES and Spencer...
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Neesa H.


Ithaca, NY

$19-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Neesa and I am new to Care. com. I'm a patient and creative caregiver with three years of experience. I have experience caring for special needs children. My passion is to support families and make a positive difference in the lives of children. I believe in open communication with parents and will provide...
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Allison H.


Ithaca, NY

$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hi! I am a positive and outgoing 20-year-old who's had lots of experience with babysitting. I started with my cousins and friends but have branched out further. I have experience with nannying and babysitting a child with special needs. I like to have fun and adventures and always hope to bring smiles!
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Brittny D.


Ithaca, NY

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Dedicated, Caring Nanny

Prior experience with toddlers to teens and special needs children. Recently received Physician Assistant degree.
Brittny can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jason G.


Ithaca, NY

$30-44/hr • 10 yrs exp

Many Kids Can Use A Male Role Model. I'm A Happy Fun And Thoughtful One!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've worked many summer camps, was an aide to special needs kids, and have been a substitute teacher in the ICSD for over 11 years. I'm fun, love learning and sharing knowledge, and put kindness as the highest priority!
Jason can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Haley B.


Ithaca, NY

$19-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hello! I am a patient, creative, and hardworking individual with a passion for working with children. I graduated with a BS in psychology and have been working as a Registered Behavior Technician with children with autism in a clinical setting for 2 years. I have also worked one-on-one with children with developmental...
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Meredith B.


Ithaca, NY

$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Fun And Responsible Sitter

Hello! I am a senior at Ithaca College studying writing and history currently living in the area. I am responsible, energetic, a safe driver, and have a passion for helping kids explore and understand the world around them. I also have experience caring for children with special needs, both years of professional and caring for...
Meredith can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
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Sara Z.


Owego, NY

$20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love working with kids of all ages. I work volleyball camps and volunteer at my local elementary school all the time. I am going to school to become a special needs teacher. I currently work at a daycare as the head teacher in the toddler room.
Sara can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is awesome!! Wishing her the best of luck in her new adventure!"

Andrea S.

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Emily S.


Newfield, NY

$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hi, My name is Emily and I saw the ad you posted and I am very interested. I currently nanny for a family of three part time in the evenings. I have been with them for about 3 years now. I also have spend time nannying for them on an overnight basis so I have experience with that as well. I love spending time outdoors and well...
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Camey S.


Cortland, NY

$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Certified Support Broker thru OPWDD along with being an experienced mother and special needs provider for those with disabilities who need a helping hand to complete daily tasks, assistance with their pets, housekeeping, meal preparation, etc
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Danyell C.


Owego, NY

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am currently a lead infant teacher at a local childcare center however I am looking to move out of center based care as I believe children learn best through hands on experiences in the outside world and community. I prefer to be outside, doing seasonal activities, getting messy and exploring local resources. I have 20+years...
Danyell can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Amber R.


Owego, NY

$19-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mature And Experienced Care Giver. Seniors And Special Needs.

I have 2 children with special needs. And have cared for seniors. Autism and speech delay. Grooming, dressing feeding. I have a reliable vehicle and clean driving record.
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Cassidy M.


Marathon, NY

$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi! I have been working with children from ages 8 months to 16 years old for the past 10 years. It has been absolutely amazing. I love being around children, playing games and providing care to them. I have dealt with triplets, special needs children, children with allergies and children that are very spunky. With all my skills...
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Amanda J.


Candor, NY

$16-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love working with children. I have 4 nieces, and come from a big family with lots of cousins, so I have been around children all my life. I spent 5 years as a teacher's aide grades K-5, and have spent the past 5 years nannying children ages infant-7 years old, including a child with special needs. I'm fully vaccinated for...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning
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Diane S.


Newark Valley, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Experience

I was a special education teacher for approximately 10 years, and worked with a specialized team to care for students ages 14-22 with both physical and cognitive disabilities.
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Natalia J.


Owego, NY

$16-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Experience With Developmentally Disabled

Hi, I have been previously employed through HCA and have experience as a direct support professional with developmentally disabled youth and adults. I am CPR and first aid certified. I also have my Basic Life Support certification and I am currently a nursing student.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Brooktondale, NY

Stacie P.

5.0

As a new dad I didn't know what to expect when looking for childcare. With the difficulty finding childcare in Ithaca I wasn't expecting to find someone so quickly. Stacie was the only interview we had for watching our daughter. Full transparency I hired her before even calling her references....

- Care member

Kathleen G.

5.0

Sage has the unique and much desired ability to connect with her clients on a deep,meaningful, and healing level.

- Kristina H.

Sara Z.

5.0

She is awesome!! Wishing her the best of luck in her new adventure!

- Andrea S.

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