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Lily C.


Chittenango, NY

$16-20/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Lily. I am a current college student majoring in psychology. For the past few summers I have worked at a recreation respite program as a direct support provider for children and adults with disabilities. I also volunteered in my schools exceptional learning (special education) classrooms while in high school. I...
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Megan F.


Cazenovia, NY

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Previous Child Care Experience

5.0

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have 17 years of childcare experience and have worked with all sorts of children of all ages. I have experience with multiples, infants and special needs. I truly feel like I've seen it all so if you are looking for a well seasoned nanny/caregiver, I am your gal. I also have experience working at Montessori School as an...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Trustline Certified

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Megan sat for my four year old son, when we visited New Orleans for the weekend. She arrived promptly at our hotel, and immediately found interesting things to do with my son. She has an easy going personality, and my son said that she was great at "playing." I...

Dee Dee F.

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Phyllis T.


Fayetteville, NY

$16-18/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Teacher With Lots Of Energy And Enthusiasm

There's not a lot I can't do. Clean, teach, tutor, organize, train, transport. I know how to balance a checkbook, on-line bank, budget. I ran a household for 31 years, raised 2 successful sons and had a full-time job. I even love to clean and organize closets!
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Andrea H.


Canastota, NY

$16-25/hr4 yrs exp

Some Experience With Special Needs

I have worked at the with children who have autism at the ARC in Utica and I also worked at a program at Keuka College that helped college students with special needs earn a degree. To am currently a teacher at E.A. Mcallister Elementary with my Bachelor's degree in Unified childhood education and special education.
Extensive experience in medical field. I have worked with individuals with multiple disables on a short and long term basis. I am comfortable with assisting with medications, feeding, dressing, bathing... etc.
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Emily M.


East Syracuse, NY

$17-24/hr10 yrs exp

About Me!

Hi! My name is Emily and I am a special education teacher at a local school. I have earned my bachelors degree in music and community youth development, as well as my masters in special education/ students with disabilities. When I am not teaching, I enjoy playing music, taking photos and playing with my dogs!! I have worked...
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Anna H.


Canastota, NY

$17-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Anna I am 26 years old. I have been working in the childcare field sense the age of 12. I currently work at an NAYCE accredited daycare center. I have worked here for the past 5 years in the infant room. I am currently looking to switch paths and find a family who needs private care versus a daycare setting. I have a...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I love taking care of folks. I have an adult son with Asperger, so I have many years of experience and patience.
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Juliette V.


Syracuse, NY

$20/hr10 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, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Juliette and her twin sister are both fantastic!! I am very selective with who we hire to babysit and I can't recommend Juliette enough. We have a 4 year old daughter and 1 year old son that require help early in the mornings, starting at 6 am. Juliette was...

Katherine B.

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Kate A.


Syracuse, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

HUMAN SERVICE

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've had the opportunity to work with Medical and non Medical health for over 18 yrs. with experience and empathy am able to care for the Aged, Alzheimer's/dementia, Parkinson's and Special need clients and also clients recovery from sickness.
Kate can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Kate is not only the most dependable and personable individual, she is also gifted with the highest sympathetic understanding of human nature. She is comfortable working diligently with all manners of persons. She is a lady with character and passionate about the...

Kwawo O.

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Michelle N.


Syracuse, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver With 20+ Years Experience With Infants, Children, & Elders Seeking Weekday Position.

I started my care career early, when I began babysitting at age 11! I've cared for all age groups, including those with a variety of special needs and disabilities, as an HHA while in Nursing school, and then as an RN for most of my adult life. Now that I have a toddler of my own with special needs, I have put my Nursing...
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Michelle is amazing. My kids loved her. She took care of my one year old and 5-month old regularly for several months and was extremely qualified, dependable and trustworthy. I would definitely hire her again in the future."

Lisa H.

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Debra P.


Vernon Center, NY

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special needs provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am currently employed in the human services field where I am a counselor/provider for people with developmental disabilities. I am trained in First Aid and CPR and I am a registered American Red Cross Volunteer. I am familiar with adaptive equipment, special diets and special needs. I enjoy having fun and engaging in...
5.0
"Debra is a lovely, caring person. She really connects with my children. We just moved to the area and didn't know anyone..I feel so grateful to now know Debra! I suppose I will share her, but I want to keep her just for my family!"

Erin Elizabeth F.

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Juliette V.


Syracuse, NY

$16-20/hr2 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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Natasha W.


Syracuse, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Direct Care Professional, Currently Certified As A Personal Care Aide.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in the Human Services Profession for 12 years then took a break for some years to raise my family. During the 12 years I've provided care for individuals within their homes , then I transitioned to Direct Care within Residential and Day Habilitation Program working with severe to moderate range disabled...
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Maya L.


Syracuse, NY

$16/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Maya and I am currently a rising junior studying Psychology and Family Sciences at Syracuse University. I have done both volunteer and paid work with children for the past 4+ years including babysitting, camp counselor, and working as a teaching aid in a kindergarten classroom. During the summer I work...
5.0
"Maya was great! My kid had a lot of fun playing with her before going to bed. I was happily surprised that she got him down for the night. I would absolutely hire Maya again."

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Cassidy T.


Oneida, NY

$18-30/hr8 yrs exp

Newly Graduated Nurse Wants To Help Out!

Hello, I am a mom of 3 beautiful kiddos. Two of which have autism and ADHD. My daughter stimms and has many therapies so I am very comfortable helping anything. My nurse training has me aware of all types of ways I can help with feeding and such. I have worked with special needs kids and teenagers also adults with behavioral...
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Amy C.


Syracuse, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Childcare Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Professional Nanny for over 10 years: including all ages; specialized with early childhood development; esp. toddlers, preschoolers and infants. Additional experiences include Art Classes, Reading and Activity Coordinator for Library, Teacher Assistant for Pre-K/Head Start program, Reading Assistant and Tutor for elementary...
Amy can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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.

I am a 45-year-old single mother with 2 teenage daughters. My 16-year-old and I currently work together taking care of a special needs teenager after school. We enjoy working together to make other people more comfortable. Also I think it gives my 16-year-old an opportunity to have supported experiences working and caring for...
Yolanda can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation
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Julianna B.


Clay, NY

$16-25/hr10 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chittenango, NY

Megan F.

5.0

Megan sat for my four year old son, when we visited New Orleans for the weekend. She arrived promptly at our hotel, and immediately found interesting things to do with my son. She has an easy going personality, and my son said that she was great at "playing." I found Megan to be very open, and...

- Dee Dee F.

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.

Kate A.

5.0

In 2016 l unexpectedly became responsible for my 82 year young Auntie who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. We went through several caregivers because my auntie was a little difficult to work for. Kate was the number 8 caregiver and she became the charm. My auntie said to me when l visited her the...

- Care member

Michelle N.

5.0

Michelle is amazing. My kids loved her. She took care of my one year old and 5-month old regularly for several months and was extremely qualified, dependable and trustworthy. I would definitely hire her again in the future.

- Lisa H.

Debra P.

5.0

Debra is a lovely, caring person. She really connects with my children. We just moved to the area and didn't know anyone..I feel so grateful to now know Debra! I suppose I will share her, but I want to keep her just for my family!

- Erin Elizabeth F.

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