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Joan B.


Lancaster, NY

$35/hr8 yrs exp

Hi, My Name Is Joan. I'm 31yo & Live In The Village Of Lancaster. I Work Full Time Coordinating Care

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I'd describe my personality as friendly, compassionate, optimistic. I like caring for people with special needs because of my professional experience coordinating care for the IDD population along with years of respite/self-direction, working in a medically enhanced group home, & having private home care experience. I find joy...
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Leah S.


Buffalo, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! Over the years, I have developed a strong passion for working with and helping people of various different backgrounds. I graduated from University at Buffalo with a BA in Speech and Hearing Sciences and Spanish with a minor in Psychology. I am attending UB this fall for my masters in speech language pathology. I have worked...
I'd describe my personality as caring, dedicated, and invested I like working with kids because babysitting was my first job, and since then, I have always liked working with kids of any age I started working with kids when I was only 13 I would pick up from school and watch my neighbors child and when their second kid...
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Katie C.


Buffalo, NY

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver Available

I have worked with children with special needs for over 4 years. I have been lucky enough to get to know these kids and help them flourish in their communities. I have experience with a variety of diagnoses, including seizure disorders. I am comfortable in many situations and would love to continue to provide support in the...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a great ability to adjust to working with many types of people. I feel everyone is special and deserves to live their best life.
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Audrey R.


Buffalo, NY

$22-28/hr6 yrs exp

Experience With Children And Adults With I/DD

I have experience working with children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through both an agency and with independent families. I am a graduate student seeking flexible employment related to my future field (i. e., working in school psychology). Please feel free to reach out if you'd like to connect!
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Kristen L.


Akron, NY

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Kristen. I am 30 years old and a mom to a 2-year-old. One of the most rewarding jobs I ever had was working in a group home for developmentally disabled adults. I loved being able to go to work knowing that I was going into another family setting. Sure, there were struggles some days, but we got through them. I am...
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Elizabeth G.


Buffalo, NY

$15-45/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Professional With A Masters Degree In Special Education

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have taught all subjects to all grade levels, varying from Pre-K through high school. I taught elementary education for 6 years, moving on to teach Special Education at a residential treatment facility for 4 years. I went on to teach Special Education at a middle school for 3 years. I absolutely love to teach, as well as work...
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Patricia S.


Buffalo, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver/babysitter Available

I am a retired registered nurse, worked in various positions including Pediatrics, Home Cate, Hospice and Case Management. I've had 2 children and have 1 grandchild who is 7 months old. I grew up in a very large family.. love kids, and am 1 of 8 children.
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Katrina R.


Buffalo, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

COTA

I have been working with developmentally disabled children and adults for over 20 years. I am a certified occupational therapy assistant who has 18 years experience working in group homes and 3 years experience working in an elementary school with special education and general education students. I'm looking for a change of pace...
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Diane K.


Akron, NY

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver Available Part-Time

I have taken care of many ill family members and I have much compassion for ill/ special needs families and family members. Also, I have taken care of many ill clients in their homes in my nursing career.
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Marissa D.


Buffalo, NY

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I have an autistic brother and have been helping out with his care my entire life. I also have worked with kids through Erie 1 Boces for a summer program. Adults/kids with special needs have a special place in my heart and I love seeing them succeed during their every day life as well as helping them do so. I have a bachelors in...

Hannah S.


Buffalo, NY

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Hannah. I am from Buffalo and currently in my second year pursing a masters degree in Speech Language Pathology at UB. I have plenty of childcare experience and feel more than confident in my abilities as a caregiver. I started Care. com my sophomore year of college and have worked for 10+ families! Whether I...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
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CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kristin B.


Buffalo, NY

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience in a wide range of areas. Please contact me with any questions !!! Ive worked with children and adults who have have a range of disabilities from dementia, parkinsons, Tbi patients as well as behavior issues. Ive worker with children and the elderly .
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Eleanor K.


East Aurora, NY

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Hi! I am Ellee and I am 20 years old. I am a high school graduate and I am currently enrolled in an Occupational Therapy program. I have been babysitting outside of my home since the age of 12 and since I was 9 years old in my own home. I took the babysitting and child care certification class at my school. I have experience...
Eleanor can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ellee was always a wonderful help in assisting me with my twins with special needs. Always had a positive attitude, willingness to help whenever she possibly could & my family loved having her around! She has wonderful work ethics and would be a great asset to...

Amiee F.

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Linda L.


Niagara Falls, NY

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children for over 20 years. I had a licensed childcare facility and took care of several children with a spectrum of autism, including asperger's. I am patient, I love children and animals. I am a non smoker, and I have had over 20 years training in CPR and first aid, as I worked 8 years in a nursing home. I...
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Aurora D.


Buffalo, NY

$23/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Aurora and I would love to work with you :) I am a 25-year-old college student looking for a job as a babysitter. I have several years of experience working with children of various ages. I am fluent both in English and Italian. I lived in Italy for several years. I attended school there and I worked part time...
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Lindsey B.


Buffalo, NY

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Lindsey (24) and I just moved back to Buffalo after spending the past 2 years in Denver, Colorado where I worked as a behavior therapist/direct care specialist for adults and kids with special needs. I worked with many families through care. com during my time there and would love to continue. My schedule is currently...
Lindsey can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"We had a great experience with Lindsey, who came to babysit our three-year-old son. She was right on time, asked great questions, and was really supportive of the little one. He said that he felt safe with her and had a good time. We're excited to work with her...

Timothy L.

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Laura D.


Tonawanda, NY

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny

Working with children you need a lot of patience. It helps to be creative with things to do and apply that to watching kids. I've nannied for two families, with multiple kids aged 9 months to 3 years. Care for the kids included changing diapers, taking them for walks, reading to them, making lunch, and doing arts & crafts. I...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"I was able to hire Laura while my main childcare (grandma) was recovering from surgery. She was incredibly engaged with my boys and my oldest asked for her often! Bonus, she has a beautiful singing voice so enjoy her singing songs with your kids!"

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Clarence Center, NY

Eleanor K.

5.0

Ellee was always a wonderful help in assisting me with my twins with special needs. Always had a positive attitude, willingness to help whenever she possibly could & my family loved having her around! She has wonderful work ethics and would be a great asset to any company.

- Amiee F.

Lindsey B.

5.0

We had a great experience with Lindsey, who came to babysit our three-year-old son. She was right on time, asked great questions, and was really supportive of the little one. He said that he felt safe with her and had a good time. We're excited to work with her again!

- Timothy L.

Laura D.

5.0

I was able to hire Laura while my main childcare (grandma) was recovering from surgery. She was incredibly engaged with my boys and my oldest asked for her often! Bonus, she has a beautiful singing voice so enjoy her singing songs with your kids!

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