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Camey S.


Cortland, NY

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Certified Support Broker thru OPWDD along with being an experienced mother and special needs provider for those with disabilities who need a helping hand to complete daily tasks, assistance with their pets, housekeeping, meal preparation, etc
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Kristy L.


Cortland, NY

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

I am a certified medical assistant working currently in an elementary school with a little girl with multiple medical needs as well as a little boy I worked with for a year who also had multiple medical needs. I am not trained in any special needs. I am also a certified teaching assistant and have been a nanny for 15 years
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Michaela A.


Cortland, NY

$15-19/hr3 yrs exp

Hi!!! My name is Michaela and I'm currently attending SUNY cortland for grad school . My undergrad degree is in PE . . I am CPR/First aid certified. I've worked at a camp 3 years and have worked with kids with my major as well . I have experience with all ages including infants , toddlers and special needs . I am willing to do...
Michaela can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

15+ years Caring for Adults with Autism and Other Disabilities. I've working in group homes as well as privately.
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Samantha N.


Ithaca, NY

$18-25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced And Love To Have Fun!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Samantha. I have been sitting for more than 6 years and love to be active with children. Born and raised in Colorado, I love being out doors and going on adventures. I am Graduate Student at Ithaca College studying to become an Occupational Therapist for kids with special needs. I have worked with kids and babies...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Our family hired Samantha and two other sitters to babysit a group of cousins (aged baby through 7 y/o) while the adults went to a wedding. Samantha was a great sitter to work with! She was professional, enthusiastic, and clearly comfortable with all of the...

Jackelyn L.

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Stacie P.


Ithaca, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Loving Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I left the corporate world in 2010 to begin working as a nanny. First I worked for a friend, then did it for a living. I love kids and have found that being an influence in a child's life is far more fulfilling than my work as an executive assistant. I've worked with kids with special needs (both physical and emotional), and...
Stacie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Stacie has been a wonderful nanny for our toddler for the last few months. She is thoughtful, loving, and kind to our daughter in every sense. Our daughter looks forward to her days with Stacie, as they are filled with lots of laughter, conversation, reading, slow...

Katrina R.

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Exley B.


Ithaca, NY

$10-15/hr

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I lived in Ethiopia for 7 months in 2015 and 2016 working with one child with autism. I loved it. We worked together one-on one every day. We worked on preschool activities and entry level life skills. It was one of the best experiences of my life. I love working with kids of all ages and all backgrounds and this is just one...
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Exley B.


Ithaca, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Exley! During the school year I work full time as a teaching assistant in special education so I am only available in the afternoons, during breaks and occasional weekends. I'm currently a full time online student studying to get my bachelor's degree in social work. I'm the oldest of 7 children, so I've been babysitting...
Exley can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Exley has been a huge blessing to our family. Her experience working with special needs kids makes a big difference for us since we have 2 boys on the autism spectrum. Exley is creative, attentive, patient, and responsible. Our boys love her and always look forward...

Kimberly F.

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Kathleen G.


Ithaca, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

A Lot of Love, Smiles and Respect

I am very experienced and reliable working with the senior population. I worked private care for seniors, hourly and live-in, for 15 years. I have my PCA but prefer duties more companion care related I worked 8 years for a non for profit agency, working with independent adults with developmental disabilities and special needs....
Kathleen can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
5.0
"Sage has the unique and much desired ability to connect with her clients on a deep,meaningful, and healing level."

Kristina H.

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Meredith B.


Ithaca, NY

$20-50/hr6 yrs exp

Fun And Responsible Sitter

Hello! I am a senior at Ithaca College studying writing and history currently living in the area. I am responsible, energetic, a safe driver, and have a passion for helping kids explore and understand the world around them. I also have experience caring for children with special needs, both years of professional and caring for...
Meredith can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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Adena R.


Ithaca, NY

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Worked with children ages 1-15, worked as a special needs swim instructor as well as a babysitter for up to 4 children.
Adena can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Allison H.


Ithaca, NY

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hi! I am a positive and outgoing 20-year-old who's had lots of experience with babysitting. I started with my cousins and friends but have branched out further. I have experience with nannying and babysitting a child with special needs. I like to have fun and adventures and always hope to bring smiles!
Allison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Rylyn S.


Ithaca, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hey there! My name is Rylyn and I'm a recent Ithaca graduate in Ithaca for the summer. I have ample nanny and Babysitting experience. I am vaccinated, Red Cross CPR and First Aid certified and I have experience with special needs children and a child with severe allergies. I have my own transportation. Hope to hear from you...
Rylyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Riya B.


Ithaca, NY

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hello all! I am a teacher. I teach math. I have my bachelors in Adolescence education, math, and students with disabilities. I'm currently getting my masters in Curriculum and Instruction. I have 10 years of experience babysitting, being a caregiver, doing odd jobs, watching animals, and working with children with...
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Nicole M.


Ithaca, NY

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hey there! My name is Nicole (nicki) and I'm a very energetic creative person who loves animals, being outside, playing sports, painting, and lots of fun stuff. I am moving to San Diego area and can start soon:) I am a well-educated 25-year-old with an Associate's and Bachelor's Degree. I am very active an love getting outside...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
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Emily B.


Ithaca, NY

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

I have experience working with children with various levels of needs. I have worked in and inclusive preschool as a 1:1 aide as well as a personal assistant/DSP through Arise, Inc. I have experience with children autism, ADHD and CP. I absolutely loved every second I got to spend working with these kids.
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Brittny D.


Ithaca, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated, Caring Nanny

Prior experience with toddlers to teens and special needs children. Recently received Physician Assistant degree.
Brittny can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Gizem O.


Ithaca, NY

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter/Pet Sitter Near You!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Gizem and I am currently a college student at Cornell University. I have experience in both Babysitting and Pet sitting. I have 7 years of professional baby sitting and experience with working with children from ages 3 and up. I also have experience with caring for children with special needs. I can also help with...
Gizem can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ashley T.


Lansing, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have been working with children for about 10 years now! I am currently enrolled in college to become an elementary school teacher. I have worked with children and adults with special needs. I have experience with caring for triplets. I worked for a daycare for 2 years! I love children and can't wait to become a teacher!
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
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Tess L.


Ithaca, NY

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Neurodivergent Mentor & Coach

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am an adult with ADHD and OCD and I struggle with sensory integration. I have spent years working with children and adolescents with neurodivergent conditions to work through their challenges and begin to thrive. I offer care, mentorship, and guidance in navigating life as a neurodivergent/special needs individual....

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cortland, NY

Samantha N.

5.0

We love Samantha! She was great helping care for our 7 month old daughter. She is reliable, punctual, trustworthy, enthusiastic and a quick learner.

- Michelle K.

Stacie P.

5.0

Stacie cared for our one-year-old daughter in 2023 until we moved out of town and we miss her every day. Stacie is a wonderful nanny and person and our daughter loved her from the moment we met her. They would always have lots of fun together, and Stacie would talk, read and sing to her all day...

- Hannah K.

Exley B.

5.0

Exley has been a huge blessing to our family. Her experience working with special needs kids makes a big difference for us since we have 2 boys on the autism spectrum. Exley is creative, attentive, patient, and responsible. Our boys love her and always look forward to when she comes over. We so...

- Kimberly F.

Kathleen G.

5.0

Sage has the unique and much desired ability to connect with her clients on a deep,meaningful, and healing level.

- Kristina H.

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