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Grace M.


Voorheesville, NY

$18-50/hr8 yrs exp

Responsible, Flexible And Fun!

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Hi! My name is Grace. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology and have a lot of experience working with kids. I have more than 8 years of experience working as a babysitter/nanny, camp counselor and daycare/after-school care provider. I also have worked with children with special needs. I love working with kids of all ages and...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

I was working in health care for 25 years and at a hospital for over 14 years. I'm am now working as a DSP in a day hab facility with kids and adults with different types disabilities and behaviors. I am available at different times throughout the day and more so in the evenings. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out...
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Tammy R.


Schenectady, NY

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny, Mom, And Caregiver

I am a mom of 3 fantastic teens. I currently work as a caregiver for adults but miss caring for littles. I took 2 years of Early Childhood Education in high school and a nanny course while nannying for a wonderful family. After my children were born I ran a home daycare for 4 years out of my home. I am CPR/First aide...
Tammy can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

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Ebony G.


Schenectady, NY

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

I have experience with working with kids & teens who have disabilities. I also have a son who is non verbal and has cerebral palsy, seizure disorder, sickle cell anemia, scoliosis, has a GJ feeding tube and wheel chair bound.
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Misty S.


Feura Bush, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

I am currently a special education preschool teacher. I have been working with children (mainly special needs) for the past 10 years. I have my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood and Special Education and my Master's in Literacy. I occasionally babysit and have done so in the past as well. I enjoy being outside and on the go...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Celeste P.


Delmar, NY

$17-50/hr9 yrs exp

Sweet Caregiver

Hey Y'all! I'm Celeste and I'm 24 years old. I have been volunteering with special needs people since I was in elementary school! I have a very soft spot in my heart for individuals with disabilities. Helping this population is a huge passion of mine. I'm currently studying Human Services at Hudson Valley Community College, but...
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Mary C.


Schenectady, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have worked as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for over 30 years. My focus was in special education/developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorders. I also have experience with the geriatric/elder population. I loved my career! Being able to help people is just part of who I am so I would like to continue...
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Mariah T.


Delmar, NY

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Mariah

I started caring for people with special needs when I was younger, my mother works for the Center for Disability Services and I have volunteered there. I have worked and been around people and kids with special needs for over a decade and I love working with them. My graduate degree is in Special Education and I have worked in...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Margaret. I'm 22 years old and love working with all children as it comes naturally to me. To work well with children I believe you need to be present, positive and patient. These are my best qualities! I'm currently pursuing a bachelors in psychology at the University of Albany. I have a lot of expierience...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Nadaysha B.


Amsterdam, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver / Direct Support Professional

I have experience with special needs care. I love what I do and helping people also have experience with old people.
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Vered O.


Albany, NY

$16/hr2 yrs exp

I grew up at summer camp that focused on the integration of children with special needs into typical, daily activities. As a counselor at said camp, I have had two years experience working with children of various special needs and ages. Watching children grow and learn is the most rewarding thing for me, and I care deeply about...
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Rebecca F.


Schenectady, NY

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Mom Of 3

I am a married mother of three, my oldest is 24, my youngest will be six next week! I'm well experienced with children, and am willing to work with sick and special needs children as well. I am pet friendly too! I am a non-smoker.
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CNA

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Bibi B.


Schenectady, NY

$31-45/hr10 yrs exp

Patient advocacy and support Drug administration Patient monitoring Infection control Bathing patients including tub bath, partial bath, bed bath, and showering Oral care for patients Assisting patients with their personal hygiene, such as male and female perineal care, shaving, nail and hair care and changing clothes Collecting...
Bibi can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Jamie O.


Albany, NY

$25-26/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting for quite sometime, going on seven years now! I have experience working in a daycare/preschool setting with the ages ranging from infant to school age. I have worked with special needs adults and was a Teacher Assistant in Special Education also. I was a nanny for a family with four kids, one being...
Jamie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Amanda M.


Schenectady, NY

$16-29/hr7 yrs exp

Caretaker

Hello, I am a former police officer with many years of experience helping developmental disabled individuals. Many hours spent volunteering to special needs and special Olympics. I also have a niece woth ellipespy and a cousin who is autistic. My youngest brother also has developmental disability and mental health as well. Most...
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Gia G.


Amsterdam, NY

$16-35/hr10 yrs exp

Woman Loves Babysitting

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I began babysitting as a teenager. I never had children of my own & consider this important to my connection with children. I have experience with children ages newborn to 8 yrs. as well as special needs. is a 2 yr. downs syndrome child. He is exceptionally smart despite his disability, accepting & affectionate. I don't notice...
Gia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Olivia and I recently graduated college with a bachelors degree in psychology. I am currently looking for long-term employment as I am starting a masters program with night classes. I have my own transportation, a valid drivers license, and a clean record. I have been working in child care for about 5 years in both...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I love kids and elderly people. I'm a peoples person, I love when my clients remember me for providing the best care. My patients love my welcoming smile. Most of my experience is with Alzheimer and dementia patients and its a blessing to come in and they remember my face and sometimes my name. I have had my CNA , PCA , and HHA...
I am a certified preschool special education teacher. I am certified to teach special education and general education grades 1-6. I have experience working with infants, preschoolers, and elementary age children. I have worked with both typically developing children and children with special needs.
Isabella can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I am a special education teacher. I have been working with people with special needs for over 5 years.

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