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Cassidy M.


Brooktondale, NY

$20-25/hr10 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

$25/hr7 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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Stacie is absolutely wonderful. She has been taking care of my 1 year old since he was 4 months, daily. It is amazing to see the love that my son has for Stacie and how much she loves him. Stacie is always mindful of what developmental skills to work on with our...

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Gizem O.


Ithaca, NY

$16/hr7 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sarah K.


Ithaca, NY

$20-25/hr10 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/hr3 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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Kathleen G.


Ithaca, NY

$25-30/hr10 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: Meal prep, respite care, light cleaning, errands
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Ajune R.


Ithaca, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Fun & Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

My name is Ajuné, I'm 22, and I'm a student at Cornell University. I'm majoring in Psychology in order to become a clinical child psychologist. I have a lot of experience as a babysitter, nanny, and preschool assistant teacher. I've always been great with younger children and have felt like they gravitate towards me. Their...
Ajune can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jason G.


Ithaca, NY

$30-44/hr10 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Meredith B.


Ithaca, NY

$20-50/hr6 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
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Emily S.


Newfield, NY

$16-25/hr5 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/hr10 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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Sara Z.


Owego, NY

$20/hr2 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, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Danyell C.


Owego, NY

$20/hr10 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, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Cassidy M.


Marathon, NY

$16-25/hr10 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/hr8 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/hr10 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/hr1 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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Ashley T.


Lansing, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have been working with children for about 10 years now! I am currently enrolled in college to become an elementary school teacher. I have worked with children and adults with special needs. I have experience with caring for triplets. I worked for a daycare for 2 years! I love children and can't wait to become a teacher!
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
10+ years experience with Special needs services. . Can discuss more in person or over the phone. Let's chat.
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"I know Brion originally because he worked with my autistic son as his one-to-one aide in school, and he was absolutely great. He was insightful, empathetic, and skilled. Brion's passion for helping people really shows in the way he relates with those he works...

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