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Tanika W.


Claverack, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Helper

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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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Amanda B.


Hudson, NY

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

12 Years Special Needs Caregiver Experience

5.0

(2)

I worked as a direct support professional for almost 12 years, and I stayed in the field so long because of how rewarding it can be. While employed at a former agency, I received an employee award for fulfilling the lifelong dream of one of my individuals. At the last agency I was employed at, I received employee of the month...
5.0
"Amanda is a gem - sensible, professional, consistent and has a very optimistic attitude that inspires confidence. She follows through, makes good suggestions. I could not be more pleased - I have a teen age daughter with special needs who requires prompts and...

Ilze E.

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Arianna J.


Ghent, NY

$16-21/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a mom of a 5-year-old and I am CPR/AED certified. I have experience with children with special needs as well. I'm crafty, willing to help with homework, play sports or fun games, you name it. I'm the fun babysitter and would love to help you.
Arianna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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Karen S.


Athens, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Flexible And Sociable

I am retired from teaching special needs children. I have experience with stroke patients. I'm very dependable.
Karen can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Deann C.


Athens, NY

$16-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Have my teaching assistant certificate and my associates in adolescent education. Experience and training in early childhood. Experience with autistic and special needs children. Reliable and compassionate. Flexible schedule.
Deann can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Vanessa M.


Hudson, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I am 46 years old, 14 years experience with kids all ages and with special needs, I' m reliable, really professional and educated, I love pets, enjoy the outdoors, reading, art and crafts, music, theater, play games and cooking. I was in charge of schedule play dates, organize and do light house cleaning, bilingual...
Vanessa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Alexandra W.


Hudson, NY

$16-30/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter Also Dog Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a CPR-certified and education-certified nanny with over 8 years of experience, I have a strong background in working with children aged 5 months to 12 years. My passion for toddler development has been honed through extensive work in daycares and Montessori settings. With a background in music education, I incorporate...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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Cecilie C.


Hudson, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

You Found Me

Hi! I just relocated back to Hudson and I am eager to find a family with children that need the extra help. I'm the help. My background is primarily in the Food Service industry (NYC) as a Lunch Lady at private schools, a private chef/caterer, a crossing guard, a teachers aid at a pre-k for kiddos with special needs. A doting...
Cecilie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Thresa C.


Hudson, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Thresa . I have experience with children with special needs , behaviors , mental health , autism ticks & others . I am also a CNA my specialty is dementia & hospice worked at many nursing homes & agency . I am also in the child care field I've had 2x a home exempt day care in my own home . I work also thru a nanny...
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Jean H.


Hillsdale, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I have many years of experience and have great intuition, patience and mindfulness in supporting anyone with special needs.
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Stephanie W.


Hudson, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

I am a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with an exceptional work record and have a lot of experience in all aspects of the nursing field, including pediatrics, geriatrics, vents, assisted feeding machine and so much more. I am CPR and AED certified, therefore I can and will handle emergencies if they occur.
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Kaitlyn B.


Hudson, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a caregiver, my primary goal is to foster children's growth and development. I've been a childcare provider for three years, and I'm passionate about nurturing children's creativity and curiosity. With a background in early childhood development, I create a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn and thrive....
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Arianna J.


Ghent, NY

$17-25/hr3 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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Alyssa C.


Elizaville, NY

$19-24/hr8 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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Cindy H.


Saugerties, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hi my name is Cindy I have one son 23. I worked as a Montessori teacher for many years and had my own little private school/daycare for 8years. I've also cared the elderly for the past 8 years.
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Cindy H.


Saugerties, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I worked with children for many years. I've cared for the elderly before teaching and also worked with children of special needs. I came back to where I love being and that is with the elder. I've been caring for the elderly for over 28years. I've worked in nursing homes and privately in many homes. I'm experienced with...
Cindy can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Cindy is very compassionate when caring for the elderly . She goes over and beyond to make them comfortable and safe. I have worked with Cindy with other clients in their homes. Working with Cindy is a pleasure. Cindy is someone I would love to have take care of my...

Wendy B.

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Terri M.


Red Hook, NY

$16-20/hr4 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

First Aid

CPR

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Brenda G.


Saugerties, NY

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Have provided care for children in various capacities including nanny cumulatively for 10 years in addition to roles as companion to teens with special needs and house manager to a special needs family.
Brenda can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
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Keyondrah M.


Catskill, NY

$30-40/hr2 yrs exp

Behavioral Nanny

I am aware of the challenges in hiring someone who hasn't had much experience working specifically with neurodivergent kids or kids with developmental delays. Fortunately, this is my area of expertise! For the past four years, I've been a behavioral nanny, and I'm currently learning more!
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Melinda W.


South Egremont, MA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Companionate Senior Caregiver

caring understanding soft spoken I like caring for seniors because making a difference in their life. companionship. enjoy caring. I'm looking for a job that is fulfilling engagement I started caring for seniors when about five years ago, started in homecare& nursing home. currently working full-time with...
Melinda can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, respite care, meal prep

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