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Reilly Z.


Esperance, NY

$15-50/hr

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Are you a hard-working parent that needs a break? Do you need a night out or just a day without the kids? No problem, I'm happy to help! Working with children for 10 years along with working with children with special needs, I am experienced in spending time with children and giving you the peace of mind you need to be able to...
Reilly can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jessica C.


Delanson, NY

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

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I have been supporting folks with a variety of needs in their homes, in the community, providing job support, and in a school setting for the past eight years. I worked as a Personal Care Assistant while I was in college, and spent the past six years as an elementary special educator working with students presenting with Autism,...
5.0
"Jessica is a professionally licensed educator (VT) and has served families with children with significant, exceptional and unique learning needs from a variety of intense disabilities. Jessica is patient, consistent, child centered in all of her interactions with...

Melissa S.

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Aubrey G.


Delanson, NY

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Anytime Caregiver Available

I have been working with special needs young and old for over 5 years. I enjoy making them feel just as important as anyone else. I am patient, kind, understanding, calm, problem solver, and I have worked with many different disabilities, mild to severe.
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Kaitlyn J.


Schoharie, NY

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Worked for opwdd for nys for about a year Enjoy to work one on one with individuals. Worked at assisted living home
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Nicole C.


Delanson, NY

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

My name is Nicole, I am currnetly pursuing my Masters in Special Education and have my Bachelor's in Speech and Hearing Science with minors in Education and Counseling. I have always had a way with kids, babies especially and currently work with students with disabilities. This makes me able willing and able to take care of a...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I am located in Central Bridge, NY 12035. For the last 5 years, I have managed groups homes for both children and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. I have a degree in psychology and a passion for helping people. I highly value promoting independence and supporting people develop skills they need to be...
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Nina G.


Amsterdam, NY

$12-25/hr1 yrs exp

Young Energetic Nurse Looking To Become Part Of The Family!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Nina I am a 25-year-old nurse of 1 year. I absolutely love my job and it shows. I am attentive and dedicated and driven. So many times I have advocated for my patients and given them the attention they need and deserve. I love hearing my special needs patients so appreciative of someone that brings a genuine joy...
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Mercedes G.


Schenectady, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

My name is Mercedes, I'm a Venezuelan medical doctor with specialty en Toxicology and Occupational health working in the US as caregiver for elders, infants and special needs since 2009. At work my priority is safety, happiness and general well being of the caretaker on my care. Please call me Mercedes
5.0
"Mercedes is kind, knowledgeable, and connects with her clients on a personal level. You can not go wrong interviewing her to see if she is the right fit for your needs."

Cathy O.

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Brooke G.


Canajoharie, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I have previous experience working with children of all ages from infants to older adults . In high school, I took Early Childhood in BOCES and gained a lot of knowledge in caring for children through that experience as well. I have cooked them meals, helped with homework, helped with bedtime routines and much more. I have...
Brooke can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Brooke is a smart, responsible co-worker. She is always willing to help. Most importantly, she is kind and caring. I would trust her with my loved one. "

Hope T.

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Abbie H.


Schenectady, NY

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Recent graduate of Hope College, Holland MI. BA Psychology. Over my years of college, I have nannied consistently for a family in Holland, as well as gaining experience with children in educational settings as well as working with children with special needs. I have experience with the adult special needs populations as well. My...
Abbie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Abbie is mature, responsible and an excellent care provider with children of all ages. I've observed her providing care for many children and when my husband and I started our family we knew exactly who to call to care for our little ones. If you are looking for...

Jen S.

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Lauren M.


Schenectady, NY

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Enthusiastic And Experienced Babysitter Available Work Whenever I Am Needed.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am very passionate about watching and teaching children as well as assuring their safety when they are in my care! I have worked in a classroom setting as a preschool teacher and have a Bachelors degree in early childhood education/special ed. The majority of my experience comes from nannying children from ages 7mo-6yrs....
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"She was amazing with my son. She asked to bring him to the park as well as story time at our local library. Lauren prepared healthy meals for my son and gave him a very relaxed but fun morning. There was no hesitation when it came to helping with potty training and...

Jeff L.

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Brooke G.


Canajoharie, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Professional caregiver with over 15 years experience working hospitals and other healthcare settings including in home care. Passionate about elder care, and skilled in providing exceptional care including bathing, dressing, feeding, medication management, and companion care. Highly skilled and knowledgeable in sign language,...
Brooke can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Brooke is a compassionate, caring lovely young lady. She took impeccable care of our 90 year old mother. She is responsible and punctual. She made our family feel at ease knowing our mother was getting the best home care. "

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Sharon K.


Schenectady, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny/Teacher. Looking For A Great Family !!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Sharon. I have 20 years of experience working with children. I have been a nanny for a little over 9 years now. I started with a family of three children and 2 dogs. They moved onto school and I then became a nanny for 2-year-old twins, I was with them since they were 3 months old. Currently a nanny for 3 children...
Sharon can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sharon has worked for us for almost three years and has been wonderful with our kids (ages 9, 7, and 2). She's a true kid at heart and beaming with love. Highly recommend!"

Katie S.

I am a freshman in College on a Pre-Med track. I have always loved working with children! I have experience caring for my twin cousins since birth, tutoring and baby sitting a special needs boy in my neighborhood, and cared for a young girl three summers in a row, helping her through the grief of losing her father suddenly. I...
Camaron can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

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Kayla B.


Amsterdam, NY

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hi families! I am a dependable, trustworthy, cheerful and loving person. I have many years of experience working with children from 2 months to 10 years but love kids of all ages! I have my Master's in Occupational Therapy. Playing outside and promoting creativity is what I encourage in children of all ages. In my free time I...
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Jodie R.


Altamont, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Momma With 20+ Years Experience

I am a mamma with 20+ years of experience in childcare, special needs and elderly care. I am flexible, reliable, loving, patient and am looking for the perfect family to help.
Jodie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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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Alexa T.


Schenectady, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! I am a teaching assistant for students with disabilities. I have also worked at BOCES. I have a bachelors degree in educational studies and am in graduate school majoring in special education, with a minor in general education.
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Janet R.


Amsterdam, NY

$22-28/hr6 yrs exp

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I have done housekeeping a few years back for a bed bound NYU students Love working with individuals who have special needs, bed bound, also have done security, elderly, senior citizens buildings
Janet can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
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Mercedes G.


Schenectady, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

My name is Mercedes, I'm a Venezuelan medical doctor with specialties in Toxicology and Occupational health; working in the US as caregiver for elders, infants and special needs condition persons. My priority at work is centered in: safety, happiness and general wellbeing. Please call me. Mercedes

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Esperance, NY

Jessica C.

5.0

Jessica is a professionally licensed educator (VT) and has served families with children with significant, exceptional and unique learning needs from a variety of intense disabilities. Jessica is patient, consistent, child centered in all of her interactions with children and their families. Jessica...

- Melissa S.

Mercedes G.

5.0

Mercedes is kind, knowledgeable, and connects with her clients on a personal level. You can not go wrong interviewing her to see if she is the right fit for your needs.

- Cathy O.

Brooke G.

5.0

Brooke is a smart, responsible co-worker. She is always willing to help. Most importantly, she is kind and caring. I would trust her with my loved one.

- Hope T.

Abbie H.

5.0

Abbie has worked with our family for four years while she's been in college. We have two kids, now 11 and 8. She picked them up from school, would help them with homework, take them to activities, and keep them busy for a few hours after school. She would also work weekends, both during the day and...

- Amy S.

Lauren M.

5.0

She was amazing with my son. She asked to bring him to the park as well as story time at our local library. Lauren prepared healthy meals for my son and gave him a very relaxed but fun morning. There was no hesitation when it came to helping with potty training and working on a daily routine! Will...

- Jeff L.

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