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Teresa L.


Corinth, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional 2

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Hello, thank you for looking further into my qualifications. I worked for AIM for 15+ years as a resident counselor, assistant manager and manager of residential group homes and have worked for Saratoga Bridges as the Lead Instructor of a Senior Dayhab for people with Intellectual disabilities. Unfortunately, due to the COVID 19...
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Marrissa M.


Lake Luzerne, NY

$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver / Babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children ages birth-18 for over 28 years. I started working as a mother's helper at age 11 and went on to get my degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked as a teacher's assistant in both a private and public school, Infant/Toddler/Preschool teacher in a daycare, assisted with preschool programs...
Marrissa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Great caregiver! My son loves her and had a great time when he was being babysat by her! Would recommend A+."

Sandy T.

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Miranda A.


Greenfield Center, NY

$16/hr

I Was A Special Needs Child Myself, I Also Coparent My Ex's Son And He Is A Special Needs Boy.

First I would like to say I was a special needs child and I didn't have anybody that understood what I was going through. It was very frustrating for me. So I feel I have the personal knowledge and experience to to others and let them know they aren't alone. I have been coparenting my ex's son who is a special needs boy so he...
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Margaret M.


Porter Corners, NY

$16-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hey there! My name is Maggie and by day I work . I have been babysitting for over 10 years now and have experience working in various preschools and day care programs. I have experience working at the Early Childhood Education Center which was a hub for children with special needs in the Albany area. I love engaging children in...
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Nicole A.


Hadley, NY

$17-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have take care of medically frail individuals and special needs . Worked with dementia and Alzheimer's . CPR certified. I love taking care of people and helping people. Enjoy spending time with individual taking them out to going shopping. Enjoy cooking . I am a Very reliable person and trust worthy.
Nicole can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Current stay at home mom to two boys, aged 7&11. My youngest son is autistic. I am unfortunately not formally certified for special needs however, I am eager and willing to learn any specific skills required for your loved one.
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Kelly R.


Hudson Falls, NY

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Care Giver/ Home Health Aide Looking For Part Time Work. Available Overnights As Well.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with all ages. Have had several senior clients needing all types of care, also have worked with children with special needs and 24 hour care. I worked at the Terrace at the Glen for 6 years with the elderly. Love helping people!
Kelly can also help with: Respite care, dementia
5.0
"Kelly is a very likable, attentive and has a good attitude. She is willing to help with whatever the need is.."

Joyce B.

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Kathleen C.


Saratoga Springs, NY

$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full/Part Time Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. I have been working with children since I was able to babysit at 12 years old! I have always enjoyed caring, laughing, and being a part of kid's lives. I am a mother of 2 myself, and I am a certified substitute teacher of 4 years with a BA in Human Development. I have worked with families and their children of all ages...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Katie was with us from March 2011 - June 2012, she took excellent care of our little boy who was 9 months when she started and 2 yrs old when she left us. She is very creative, provides excellent one-on-one and put energy into making sure our son got exposure to...

Sara H.

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Kelsey L.


Ballston Spa, NY

$16-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hey I'm Kelsey!! I graduated from Le Moyne College with a B. A. in Psychology. I have had a lot of course work in child & adolescent development and behavioral courses. I also have experience working as a part time TA in a preschool and have nannied for lots of families. I'm also a mama to a beautiful 1. 5-year-old little girl!...
Kelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Kelsey took care of our 3 kids ages 5, 3 and 9 months and our big dog when I worked part time. There are no words to truly explain just how wonderful she was! She took such good care of the kids, did crafts, played outside, made meals, did bed time and even cleaned...

Kelly T.

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Mary S.


South Glens Falls, NY

$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Caring And Engaging Caregiver!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

*AVAILABILITY STARTING EARLY JUNE* Hi there! My name is Mary! I am a recent graduate of Vanderbilt University with a double-major in Elementary Education and Sociology. I'm currently spending the summer in South Glen Falls with my older sister as I prepare to move to Texas to work toward my MFA in Creative Writing! From 2014...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Mary did such an amazing job with our daughter! She was always on time/early, engaging, and detail-oriented. We hired her to tutor our 2nd grader and she always came prepared with games or presentations. Our 2nd grader (now, almost 3rd grader) has completely turned...

Rachael M.

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Sherry G.


Hudson Falls, NY

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Previous Daycare Owner

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I was a nanny for a doctor and dentist in the past . I opened my own in Home daycare and ran it successfully for 19 years . I was a foster parent for 19 years in that time I adopted 5 special needs kids . I have taken classes in early education development. I love children and enjoy the interaction and love doing crafts . I can...
Sherry can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sherry has been a godsend to our family. We went through bad experiences before we found her. We love having her care for our kids. The kids and animals all love her. She prepares meals, takes them outside and for walks, bakes, brings crafts and extra special...

Sara K.

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Lisa C.


Hudson Falls, NY

$20-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver With Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with bed bound, hoyer lift clients. Prompting with PT excercises, motivation, ADL's, diabetics, catheter care, activities. I have over 20 years experience. Feeding, meal preparation, house keeping, care coordinating. I look forward to assisting you in any capacity I can.
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Clarissa S.


Ballston Spa, NY

$23-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Caring And Reliable Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have always had a big heart for those with special needs, the elderly, animals and the underprivileged. I feel my life experiences, and compassion for helping others would be a wonderful asset for you and your loved one. I presently work part-time at an assisted living facility which fulfills a passion of mine with working...
Clarissa can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, companionship, errands, meal prep, personal care & more
5.0
"Clarissa is fabulous! She's such a support to my mother (and to me) and has a wonderful way of helping my mother achieve more without making her feel pressured. My mother considers her a true friend and I think of her as a bit of a lifesaver. I highly recommend."

Karen B.

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Elizabeth L.


Queensbury, NY

$16/hr • 3 yrs exp

Child Care for Children With Special Needs

I was an Occupational Therapy major in college until I became sick and had to switch majors because of taking a semester off from school. I have taken many psychology, development and OT classes. I have worked with children both babysitting and at child care centers since I was 12. My cousin has a diagnosis on the Autism...
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Sherrie D.


Saratoga Springs, NY

$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a mom of three. My youngest is in high-school . I enjoy playing sports, hiking, as well as crafts and baking. I have worked in the caregiving/medical field for nine years. I have experience with special needs, autism and speech delays. I am a non smoker and comfortable with pets. Thank you for your interest. Sherrie
Sherrie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Sherrie was the best babysitter we could have ever asked for. She was with us from 5 months to a little over a year, and if it wasn't for issues with our dog we would have kept her up until elementary school. She was early every single day, and all 8 hours she...

Joseph A.

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Heather J.


Saratoga Springs, NY

$25-36/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working in both residential settings, hon are, as well, for agencies. I have valuable experience in both health care roles and support for client autonomy. I worked for 7 several years teaching those with disabilities at another agency. I've worked as supervisor capacity for a local agency in a residential setting...
5.0
"Heather boarded my senior cat for several weeks and took great care of her."

Kim F.

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Jenna B.


Ballston Spa, NY

$16/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My childcare experience consists of full time nannying for a few different families. I have cared for a baby girl part time, special needs children at a local school full time, a disabled 3-year-old boy part time, as well as a family with three children all under the age of two including a set of twins full time. My duties have...
Jenna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Jenna has been one of the best decisions we have made for our family. We now consider her a part of our family. There is an obvious love between her and our now 1 year old baby girl.They had an instant connection which made my transition to having to go back to...

Marijo N.

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Kelly W.


Fort Edward, NY

$16-20/hr

Caring Caregiver Of Little Ones

I enjoy working part-time at a local pre-school as a one-on-one aid for a special needs little one. I also have a son with autism and ADHD who is 24 and thriving. If you need some relief as a parent or guardian of a special needs person please reach out, I know how valuable it is to have time apart from those you care for each...
Kelly can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

My name is McKenna , and I moved to the Saratoga area a little over a year ago. I work in one of the Ballston Spa Elementary Schools as a Special Education Aide. I've worked with students with a variety of different abilities, strengths, and weaknesses. From special needs to trauma and behaviors, I can adapt to each child I work...
Mckenna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Erin A.


Glens Falls, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/speech And Social Emotional Development Support Provider

I am an experienced, calm and nurturing provider who supports each child with individualized care and attention. Teaching and caring for children has been a life-long passion of mine that I have been lucky enough to pursue. I enjoy getting to know each child and providing them with individualized care and support. My experience...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Corinth, NY

Marrissa M.

5.0

Marrissa was so wonderful with our daughter. Our daughter loved being watch by her and we would definitely recommend her.

- Brian S.

Kelly R.

5.0

Kelly is a very likable, attentive and has a good attitude. She is willing to help with whatever the need is..

- Joyce B.

Kathleen C.

5.0

Katie was with us from March 2011 - June 2012, she took excellent care of our little boy who was 9 months when she started and 2 yrs old when she left us. She is very creative, provides excellent one-on-one and put energy into making sure our son got exposure to other kids & activities every...

- Sara H.

Kelsey L.

5.0

Kelsey took care of our 3 kids ages 5, 3 and 9 months and our big dog when I worked part time. There are no words to truly explain just how wonderful she was! She took such good care of the kids, did crafts, played outside, made meals, did bed time and even cleaned up before I would come home....

- Kelly T.

Mary S.

5.0

Mary nannied for my family last summer and I absolutely loved having her as a role model and caregiver for my students. Mary is smart and encouraged learning in everyday life during the summer spent with my children. Once she told me that she was spending the day with my children at the park. As if...

- Madison C.

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