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Special needs caregivers in Central Square, NY

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Sierra P.


Central Square, NY

$15-20/hr

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Hello!!! I'm Sierra, I'm 25 and a mother of one lil tot. I absolutely enjoy being outside if weather permits and going on different adventures or I'm just as motivatied on finding lil fun things to do around the house! I'm pretty much comfortable with any age and do have personal experience with children on the spectrum. As a...
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Shana S.


Phoenix, NY

$16-17/hr • 9 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I come from a large family of five in Michigan. I love children and enjoy doing trips to the zoo, museum, and of course heading to the park. I have two BAs in history and political science, I have a 17-year-old special needs child, a 2-year-old, and a 6-month-old- with that I understand how much it means to know that your child...
Shana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Loved her! She was an excellent sitter and the children adored her. Shana did a phenomenal job and I can't wait to have another date night. It's such a nice feeling to know I can enjoy myself and not have to worry if my children are in good hands. Five stars to you...

Gina E.

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Sarah G.


Fulton, NY

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Looking For Personal Care Aid Jobs

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of seniors for the past 20 years as a private hire caretaker. I am gentle, kind loving, and patient. I believe in treating your loved one the way I would want mine treated. I am experienced in respite and hospice care as well as wound care special needs care and end of life care. I am also comfortable...
Sarah can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Sara is very dependable and cares about her people. She does everything she can from handling medicines to wrapping fluid filled legs with compression therapy. She is my eyes and ears when I can't be there. I trust her very much!"

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Courtney H.


Fulton, NY

$16-18/hr • 5 yrs exp

Been caring for individuals with special needs since early high school. I started volunteering in our schools classrooms which then turned into daily babysitting for one of the students. She needed total care, was in a wheelchair and used electronics for small communication. I absolutely fell in love with special needs after...
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Julianna B.


Clay, NY

$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Julianna

I am currently a graduate student at Syracuse University receiving my Masters Degree in Education. I have been babysitting for 10+ years, have been a nanny for multiple children for 2 years, taught pre school for 1 year and have a younger sister with Down Syndrome so I am also very comfortable with children with special needs. I...
Julianna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Mercedes L.


Brewerton, NY

$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Mercedes! I love working with children! I have worked with all ages, toddler to teen! I was a youth advocate and a 1:1 aide for children with behaviors and special needs! I am patient, caring, and kind! If that's not enough I am educated and enjoy educating the youth! I am grateful for you considering me as a caregiver...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

Hi! My name is Destiny. I'm looking for extra work aside from my part time respite/com aide I work with already. My hours are flexible with that and in general. I'm a 22-year-old mom of two little boys (2 and 5 months) , I've had a major career change the last few years , I went from running retail stores and was a manager of...
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Alexis B.


Fulton, NY

$17-24/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hi my name is Alexis! I am 21, I live in the Syracuse area. I am well skilled and versed in helping people with special needs. I grew up with my brother who also is on the spectrum, babysitting and helping care for him. I also worked at the JCC as a camp counselor designated to a child with special needs. I have worked with kids...
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Rebecca E.


Parish, NY

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse

I currently hold a NYS LPN as well as NPI. I have 3 years experience in Inpatient Mental Health as well as extensive dementia, mood disorders, diabetic care, cardiac care, medication administration, crises intervention etc over 10 years. I am dependable, caring, detail oriented and have a good sense of humor. I will provide...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have a BS in psychology- child life specialist and most of my jobs have been with children, tweens and teens. I have schooling, training and 7 years experience working with children and young adults with special needs. In addition I have classroom and tutoring experience and can help with online learning and/or...
Kailey can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Kailey B.


Clay, NY

$16-50/hr

Caregiver/companion

Hi! I have a BS in psychology- child life specialist and have only ever had jobs working with children in some form or another. I have schooling, training and 7 years experience working with children and young adults with special needs. In addition I have classroom and tutoring experience and can help with online learning and/or...
Kailey can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia, respite care, light cleaning & more

Barbara P.


Fulton, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

Hi, My name is Barb and I am a LPN. I have been a nurse for over 20 years. I have raised 2 children of my own and have helped with raising 3 grandchildren. I have also been a Nurse for many children with special needs. I would be interested in caring for your children and providing a safe environment for them to learn and grow.

Barbara P.


Fulton, NY

$25-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

LPN With Many Years Of Experience

I have done home care for the past 18 years and have cared for the elderly, special needs children and adults along people with dementia, ALS and autism.
Barbara can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Hi! I have a BS in psychology- child life specialist and have only ever had jobs working with children in some form or another. I have schooling, training and 7 years experience working with children and young adults with special needs. In addition I have classroom and tutoring experience and can help with online learning and/or...
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Stephanee R.


Baldwinsville, NY

$32/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Stephanee, I live in Baldwinsville New York. I've Worked in dialysis for 17 years, home care, ICU, CCU, The Burn unit. I've cared for Dementia patient and special needs patience. My skill set are, stabilization, Rehab, multiple types of transfers, Am&Pm Care, Medication, bringing pts to and from appointments,...
Stephanee can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, home modification & more
5.0
"Stephanee arrived right on time. She followed instructions for my wife's care exactly and as a bonus, she cleaned the kitchen and bathroom and folded the laundry. Will definitely hire her again!"

Dave M.

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Juliette V.


Syracuse, NY

$16-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am attend University & am on the rowing team. In high school, I played tennis & lacrosse. I am originally from Upstate NY, then lived in southern Indiana for Junior & Senior year of HS, and now my family lives in Englewood. In high school, I helped/taught children with autism ages 6-12 how to play tennis. During the summer...
5.0
"She tutored my 14 y/o daughter. She was great!!"

Michael K.

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Juliette V.


Syracuse, NY

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Weekend & Summer Time Babysitter/nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a certified teacher 6-12th grade social sciences with my masters in education as well! I have nannied for over 10 years and currently work in healthcare full time. I am free on evenings or on weekends for babysitting or tutoring! I also have experience as a nanny and teacher with children who have special...
Juliette can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Juliette nannied for our 2 year old son for almost a year and was absolutely fantastic. She is energetic, empathetic, incredibly punctual, flexible, organized, and dependable. She developed a very sweet relationship with our son, was very attentive and engaged...

Arianne P.

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Stephanee R.


Baldwinsville, NY

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Stephanee

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My dad was paralyzed and my niece has all the seizures that are listed in the book, And she lives with me, I went to nursing school so I have all the education that is needed to be able to do all of the tasks that are necessary for medically taking care of your family member, I also traveled for work for over seven years in the...
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Amy C.


Pulaski, NY

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving Childcare Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Professional Nanny for 10+ years All ages and multiples Specialized in Early Childhood Development; esp. toddlers, preschoolers, infants Strong advocate for child-driven activities; Planning activities and outings that help foster all aspects of development; including incorporating art, music, literacy, social play, and...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Amy is great with my two daughters! She keeps them moving; they are having fun and learning, too. When conflict arises between my girls, she helps them through it calmly. I am so glad we hired Amy!"

Sarah K.

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Erica H.


Syracuse, NY

$26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Companion

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 30 years of experience serving the elderly in various areas such as: traumatic brain injury, special needs, spinal cord injury, dementia, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's. Or just in need of COMPANIONSHIP. I have been certified as a home health aide for 20 years, and as a CNA for 9 years. Home care is more rewarding...
Erica can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, personal care, home modification & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Central Square, NY

Shana S.

5.0

Loved her! She was an excellent sitter and the children adored her. Shana did a phenomenal job and I can't wait to have another date night. It's such a nice feeling to know I can enjoy myself and not have to worry if my children are in good hands. Five stars to you Missy :)

- Gina E.

Sarah G.

5.0

Sara is very dependable and cares about her people. She does everything she can from handling medicines to wrapping fluid filled legs with compression therapy. She is my eyes and ears when I can't be there. I trust her very much!

- Care member

Stephanee R.

5.0

Stephanee arrived right on time. She followed instructions for my wife's care exactly and as a bonus, she cleaned the kitchen and bathroom and folded the laundry. Will definitely hire her again!

- Dave M.

Juliette V.

5.0

She tutored my 14 y/o daughter. She was great!!

- Michael K.

Juliette V.

5.0

Juliette nannied for our 2 year old son for almost a year and was absolutely fantastic. She is energetic, empathetic, incredibly punctual, flexible, organized, and dependable. She developed a very sweet relationship with our son, was very attentive and engaged with him, and kept his space tidy....

- Arianne P.

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