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Kathryn J.


Henrietta, NY

$16/hr2 yrs exp

Kathryn J.

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Hi, my name is Kathryn. I am a 22-year-old female psychology student at Canisius College. I currently live in Amherst and can provide my own transportation. I have worked at a nonprofit and have worked as a summer counselor to children with various disabilities. I have the most experience with ADHD and autism. I am great with...

Kathryn T.


Ontario, NY

$23-50/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Throughout the last 13 years, I have worked with individuals age 4-28 years old with various disabilities in multiple settings including daycare's, nannying, preschools, group homes, general education classrooms, OPWDD assessments, and special education classrooms. I am especially familiar with Autism and have some familiarity...
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Rhonda M.


Ontario, NY

$22-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Loving, Fun Nanny Seeking Full / Part Time Job. Excellent References.

I have many years of experience and excellent references. I'm reliable, fun and caring. I've worked with children ages newborn to teenagers. I have special needs experience as well. I was with my last nanny family for 5 years and 8 years with family before them (both with 4 children)I would love to speak with you and fill you in...
Rhonda can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rhonda is an amazing, responsible, energetic and caring nanny. She especially loves animals! She values outdoor play and a healthy lifestyle. She became a trusted friend. I truly missed her when my children no longer needed a nanny. I highly recommend her!"

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Ashley S.


Ontario, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Family Child Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have nearly 19 years of experience Caring for all types of children! They are all different and their needs are all different too! I am CPR and 1st aid certified. Background checks are ok! I have 6 children of my own, 2 of which are special needs! I enjoy changing things up and taking the the kids to the parks and local...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"My daughter loves Ashley. My girl has struggled with other sitters because they didn't understand her special needs but she immediately felt comfortable with Ashley. Ashley is an optimistic, caring and patient person who is always willing to go out of her way to...

Lora F.

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Jefferson L.


Lima, NY

$15-50/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver With References

Hello, my name is Jefferson and I have been a caregiver for 7 years. I have had experience with all age groups from child to senior aged. I have special needs care experience, respite care, community habilitation experience and hospice experience.
Jefferson can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, respite care, hospice services & more
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Renee W.


Palmyra, NY

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

I am CPR certified, a nationally certified EMT, and I have been a medic in the Air National Guard for the past six years. I was a CNA that worked with dementia patients, patients on hospice, and patients with behavioral issues from 2016 to 2019. Most recently I have worked as an ER tech while pursuing my prerequisites to be able...
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Renee M.


Churchville, NY

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Anytime Between 7:00am And 3:00pm

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am the mom of 5 grown children who has provided childcare for the past 27years.... multiple families, including 12 newborns, many toddlers and school age children. Several long term commitments, and life long friendships have developed as a result. Experience with special needs children on several occasions. Enjoy reading,...
Renee can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Monica A.


Palmyra, NY

$22-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have several years of experience working with adults with IDD. I am currently an Employment Specialist and I provide supports to individuals to help them obtain and/or maintain employment. I have been providing Employment Services for about 2 years between a couple different agencies. I also have experience as a DSP (Direct...
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Ashley S.


Ontario, NY

$16/hr1 yrs exp

Will Care For Your Special Needs/ADHD Child!

I have one year paid experience with a young adult with special needs. I have three children that live with me that are special needs and I am very passionate for caring for children with special needs. I feel like I can understand them, and sometimes that's what they need, love and understanding!
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Laurie G.


Farmington, NY

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available/flexible With Hours

Hi my name is Laurie. I have experience working with the brain injury population as well as all areas of disabilities including mental health. I have my own private duty business called Finger lakes Home care coordinator and a DBA listed in Ontario co. for that business. I have over 20 years experience in homecare and case...
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Renee W.


Palmyra, NY

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a caregiver, I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. With 10 years of experience, I am skilled at caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My calm and patient demeanor creates a safe and nurturing environment for children to thrive. I enjoy playing a variety of games with...
Renee can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Susan S.


Rush, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I have ended my child care job in Brooklyn, New York at the end of this past June and moved out to Rush, NY in September. I was hired for the past school year and two previous years before with the same child. Before this position, I had taken care of a special needs baby for two years, eventually feeding her with a feeding...
Susan can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Samantha S.


Rush, NY

$28-50/hr11 yrs exp

I have been working with kids since I was 14 years old. I started babysitting on the weekends and over summers. I then volunteered at summer camps throughout high school which led me to get a degree in human development. It was my dream to continue working with kids with all different needs. I have held jobs working with kids of...
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Ann H.


Manchester, NY

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Love What I Do!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children of all ages and in large group settings as well as being a Nanny during my late teen years. I have worked with special need children and can provide community or respite through Heritage. I believe in spending time with the children I care for, in encouraging learning/reading, arts and crafts, and...
Ann can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Hi I'm Kailee, I would absolutely love to work for/with you. Anything you need me for, I'm there. I have reliable transportation and I do have a job but my schedule is very open for the most part and it's very easy for me to switch shifts at my job if I need to.
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Susan S.


Rush, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs And Regular Babysitter

I have many years of working with children of all ages and all cognitive levels of abilities. I worked for NYC Department of Education as an educator/special educator. I was a full-time babysitter for a 2-year-old girl with Aicardi syndrome for two years and a live in babysitter for her brother for almost 7 years. . l have now...
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Alyssa W.


Churchville, NY

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

Active, Fun Sitter

Hi! I have 3 years experience caring for children. Most of my experience has been with toddlers, but I also worked a two week sleep-away camp in August with disabled kiddos age 8-14. I'm friendly, kind, and patient. I multitask well, and love working with children and pets.
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Melissa F.


Bloomfield, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturer By Nature

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Melissa. I'm 30 years old. I'm the second oldest of seven children and I've been helping with child rearing since I was 7 years old. One of my brothers has autism so over the years I've learned what it takes to care for someone with special needs; patience, love, and compassion being the most important of those things....
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Denise R.


Shortsville, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Your Loved One….

I started many years ago with ARC and moved to senior care. I'm a plethora of experience and what I don't know, I'm happy learn. I just love helping people. I love what I do.
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Michelle L.


Farmington, NY

$16/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

My name is Michelle, and I am a home-schooling mom of 5 kids ages 17, 15, 15, 13, and 6. I have a lot of experience with children including babysitting for friends, working in the nursery at our church and at our home school co-op. This has included some experiences with children with special needs such as ADHD and Asperger's...

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