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Karin T.


Valatie, NY

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

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

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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: Meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship & more
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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: Dementia, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
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Mila D.


Greenville, NY

$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Responsible,compassionate And Young At Heart

I have 10 plus years of experience. I've worked in Special Education (Elementary and Middle School) Human Services fields(Special Needs children to Adults) and Elderly Care. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Grocery Shopping and run errands. I've had training with First Aid and CPR. I'm an animal lover and have 6 years...
Mila can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Megan R.


Red Hook, NY

$25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience caring for children, special needs individuals & the elderly. My favorite part about the work is finding ways to really connect with people, make them feel seen & heard-that my presence is more than just a task! It's a great way to connect with all sorts of people and to learn about human psychology in general...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alyssa C.


Elizaville, NY

$19-24/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hi my name is Alyssa. I used to work with a little girl who had a very rare disease that she was 5 years old but she had learning abilities as a 2-year-old and wasn't responsive. I do sometimes have my own son with me as well who is 15 months old.
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Terri M.


Red Hook, NY

$16-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Child Care

I have a son who is differently abled. I worked as a nurse for a preschool and a special needs school. I currently work per diem for a local school district as a certified teachers assistant.
Terri can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Terri M.


Red Hook, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

RN Experienced With Special Needs Available To Provide Loving Care For Your Child

I am a licensed RN. I recently retired from nys teaching a medication administration and CPR classes to direct care workers. Although I signed up with Care.com years ago, I have not yet worked for a family with care.com. I am currently working per diem as a certified teachers assistant and have worked with children in preschool,...
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Jennifer R.


Ruby, NY

$10-15/hr

Experienced Care Giver

I have experience as a Teacher's Assistant teaching toddlers in a N. Y. State Listened Child Care Center. This summer I was a full time nanny, 5 days a week for two girls ages 6 and 11. I'm certified in Standard First Aid by the American Red Cross. I'm certified in Infant, Child, and Adult CPR by the American Red Cross. I own my...
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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...
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William B.


Red Hook, NY

$20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am wonderful help for your family. I have completed my PCA certificate and help you with your special needs family. I have worked for both home care, and have worked at Devereux in Red Hook as kitchen staff. I would also be willing to be paid via CDPAP, if applicable. If you need help, contact me with any thing you need.
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Tanika W.


Claverack, NY

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Helper

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...
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Katheryn C.


Woodstock, NY

$30-45/hr • 4 yrs exp

Attentive And Loving Sitter

I have a passion for learning, adventure, fun projects, children, animals, the outdoors, sustainable green practices, yoga, cooking, among many other things. I have much love and attention to give and thrive around inquisitive children, animals, and elders, as I enjoy learning new things together and sharing my knowledge with...
Katheryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
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Brehan S.


Freehold, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

When I chose to pick a major in college I always knew it would be one that would help others. I have worked in the field of human services, assisting individuals with developmental disabilities for about 10 years. I have worked with individuals with Autism, explosive disorder, cognitive disabilities etc. working in this field...
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Katheryn C.


Woodstock, NY

$16-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have extensive experience living with and caring for people with special needs. My brother experienced brain trauma at birth and he is now 27. My 93-year-old grandmother needed some extra caring assistance during her later years and I was there for her for some of that time. Additionally, I worked as a paid nanny for a...
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Shana H.


Red Hook, NY

$20-25/hr

Aide For Child( Or Children) W/ Special Needs

I have worked with children with special needs in the past in an educational setting as an intern as assistant teacher and I find helping those who have difficulties very rewarding due to my own learning as a child being alternative in nature I find I can be very helpful to those who struggle with alternative learning styles. I...
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Olivia M.


Hensonville, NY

$16-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Loving, Creative, Fun, And Crafty Babysitter

Hi! I'm a creative, patient and fun person who loves what she does! I love teaching and watching kids learn! I have experience with special needs children, my younger brother has Autism. I come from a big family as well as well as three siblings. Also have experienced babies as young as 4 months old. I've done childcare for a...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
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Elizabeth C.


Woodstock, NY

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Former Montessori Teacher With A Professional Background

Hi there! I'm a 36-year-old artist with almost 20 years of childcare experience under my belt. After undergrad I taught at a Montessori early childhood education center, at a Reggio Emilia school, and as a lead teacher for the 2-year-old class at a more conventional preschool center -- this means I'm terrific at potty...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Sharon K.


Greenville, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny/Teacher. Looking For A Great Family !!

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Sharon. I have 20 years of experience working with children. I have been a nanny for a little over 9 years now. I started with a family of three children and 2 dogs. They moved onto school and I then became a nanny for 2-year-old twins, I was with them since they were 3 months old. Currently a nanny for 3 children...
Sharon can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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"Sharon has worked for us for almost three years and has been wonderful with our kids (ages 9, 7, and 2). She's a true kid at heart and beaming with love. Highly recommend!"

Katie S.

I have been in the health care field for 20+ years. The last 4 years I have been a home health aide caring for the elderly ranging from end of life care (hospice), to people with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, Dementia, and people just aging and needing help with hygiene, cooking, cleaning, and appointments/outings. Prior to...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services, dementia & more

Nicholas P.


Valatie, NY

$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

Social Emotional Counselor

I'd describe my personality as caring loving goal oriented I like working with kids because I find it fulfilling. I love watching them grow and continue to learn and reach all their milestones As a school counselor and a father of two it is my goal to work with the whole child. watching them become educated but as well as...

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