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Erica P.


East Rochester, NY

$17/hr1 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

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I am currently seeking part-time work while having another job. (My schedule is quite flexible.) I work as a pet care provider and have been doing that for almost 2 years. My previous employment involved working in a group home that housed individuals with had developmental disabilities. I have a passion for helping others and...
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Amanda J.


Webster, NY

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked for the town of Webster at there 4th and 5th grade summer camp for 7 years. My first year I was with the inclusion camp( kids with special needs). 2 years ago I was promoted to director of that camp. For the past 2 years I have also been the director of the before and after school program. I have completed 3 years...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Amanda was our full time nanny for our children for 4 1/2 years and became a part of our family. She is kind, creative, loving, fun, reliable and inventive. She was like a second mother to our kids in all of the best ways, adapting with them through the years that...

Mara N.

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Deborah V.


Pittsford, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

(5)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have over 15 years of experience in childcare, teaching & tutoring in both public & private settings. I have over six years of direct experience in education as a teaching assistant in public & private schools. Most recently I was responsible for the care of two children in their home for over 10 years! I recently was a tutor...
Deborah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"*****This review has been posted on behalf of Lia D.***** I have employed Deborah over many years to care for my sons. One of my sons has a disability, and she is amazingly patient with him. She is trustworthy, dependable, and reliable. She is a loving...

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Ada-osha B.


Webster, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of kids for a while. I helped care for my brother since I was six. I baby-sat for my neighbors children for a year when I was 15 and baby-sat a 4-year-old for over a year when I was 17. I love to keep kids active both mentally and physically. I love house pets, so if you have a pet, I am completely...
Ada-osha can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Osha was caretaker for my 3 kids (from infant to 7 yo boys and girls) for almost 3 years. I have always been impressed with Osha's tremendous ability to communicate with a variety of kid personalities in a way that they listen and feel heard...anxious and highly...

Chrisna G.

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Rachel G.


Webster, NY

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Entertaining Babysitter/Nanny That Is Comfortable With Even The Most Active Kids!

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as outgoing , very friendly, having a lot of patience and especially caring! I like working with kids because every Kid is different. I learn something new when caring for them ! kids are brilliant in their own unique ways ! I'm looking for a job that I can help parents with fitting their schedule...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel was absolutely wonderful! She was very kind, fun, and punctual. My kids had a great time with her. We can’t wait to hire her again. "

Elizabeth M.

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Dawn H.


Henrietta, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Responsible, Experienced, Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Working with children has always brought me great joy and fulfilment throughout my life. I have experience working with multiple children from newborn to school age. I have worked over 15 years with special needs children who have both physical and cognitive delays and spent many summers working in a daycare center. I am a...
Dawn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Dawn has been our nanny for the past 5+ years. Over this time, she has become a part of our family. She has cared for our children since they were infants. Safety has been her top priority and I have never had to worry about my kids. She has done whatever has...

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I have experience with adult care involving my aunt who has special needs along with experience with people who have autism.
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, respite care, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Elisha T.


Pittsford, NY

$11-20/hr2 yrs exp

I love children. I currently work at the local School District. I have 2+ years of experience with Sitting. I am willing to take care of any special needs.
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Emma P.


Henrietta, NY

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

A Nanny You Can Trust

Hi! I'm a very creative, patient, dependable, and authentic person and I've been on and off babysitting for almost a decade. I have experience working as a teacher in a daycare so I have involvement in creating a basic curriculum, creating fun crafts and projects, and managing multiple kids at a time. I have basic training for...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Luis R.


Penfield, NY

$14-21/hr8 yrs exp

I've been working with young children and toddlers for 8 years, and have loved every second of it! I am in the process of completing my Bachelor's Degree in Childhood Education, and am looking for summer employment- possibly more! I am available all hours except for a few flexible hours a week that I babysit another family.
Hi I'm Morgan, I am 18 and a nanny to an 8-year-old with autism, I've learned many techniques from him and how to handle different situations. I always research special needs care and how to do my best to make someone feel cared for and comfortable.
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Siobhan S.


Macedon, NY

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Senior Companion Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work with Seniors-Care won't change the information try as I may! Hi! I'm a people person! I worked as a counselor for 15 years and have 5 years of care-giver/companion experience with elderly (and Alzheimer's)/special needs patients. I'm warm, trustworthy, ethical, and l get along with everyone. I'm interested in part time...
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Kayla R.


Macedon, NY

$17-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a college sophomore at the University of Colorado Boulder & I've been babysitting since I was 13. I have completed my red cross training. I adore working with children and have lots of experience working with special needs children.
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Emma M.


Fairport, NY

$16/hr4 yrs exp

Looking For Work As A Babysitter

Hey! I'm Emma, 21 years old and am currently in my senior year of college at Northeastern University. I've babysat since I was in late middle school and since then have worked with children in many different roles. I've worked as a children's swim instructor, summer camp counselor, and most recently as a classroom para for...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Nadine D.


Fairport, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Giving Heart

Hi I have been in the healthcare field for 30 years and enjoy an industry where I get to serve others. I also have 10 years of working with men woman and children with special needs. I also have Comm Hab Respite and Self Direction experience to.
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Pamela W.


Penfield, NY

$10-15/hr

Pamela W.,Special Needs Care Provider

I am a speech and language therapist in a suburban school district. I have worked there for 31 years. My experience has been with a wide variety of disability types from Down Syndrome and Autism to Cerebral Palsy and Emotional Handicaps. I am patient and caring and can usually relate to children well. I love to play, read, do...
I have experience in working with individuals with special needs as well as a wide range of care. I have full-time availability. I hold a HHA(Home Health Aide) CNA(Certified Nurse Assistant) as well as an RBT (Registered Behavior Therapist) . Along with BLS/CPR certifications. I have worked as a teacher aid in a school with...
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

I have volunteered at heritage Christian Home and have had experience in care taking within my family. I would love an opportunity where I can take the skills that I have learned into the work place.
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Maxine B.


Macedon, NY

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hi there! I am a current teacher's aide at Mary Cariola Center. My experience is mostly with preschoolers with complex needs, but I also have experience with adults with ASD and down syndrome!
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Rachel C.


Fairport, NY

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I have three children of my own. I also have two years experience working with children with special needs in addition to my own son who is on the autism spectrum.
Rachel can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in East Rochester, NY

Amanda J.

5.0

Amanda was our full time nanny for our children for 4 1/2 years and became a part of our family. She is kind, creative, loving, fun, reliable and inventive. She was like a second mother to our kids in all of the best ways, adapting with them through the years that she worked with us. She helped both...

- Mara N.

Deborah V.

5.0

I have a son with special needs and Deborah is wonderful with him! She spends her time reading to him, creating imaginary play, dancing and involving herself in his interests. She is patient, warm and kind. She is very communicative and understands the need for children to be active. She never...

- Tanya C.

Ada-osha B.

5.0

Osha is fantastic. We had an opening for a short-term nanny in late summer of 2023 and as soon as we met her, we knew that she would be a perfect fit. She is fun, creative, super knowledgeable, and she takes the time to really listen to kids as the people that they are. Our kids loved her right out...

- Mara N.

Rachel G.

5.0

Rachel watched our 2 younger sons on a Saturday night and they had a blast! She was respectful of our wishes, timely, and communicated well.

- Nathaniel B.

Dawn H.

5.0

We hired Dawn to nanny for our ~1yo baby full time for about a year and were incredibly happy with how well she cared for our child! She was incredibly punctual, caring, responsive, experienced, and flexible. Dawn encouraged us to bring up any issues we had and addressed them promptly. She's great...

- Sam L.

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