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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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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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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: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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...

Kristin B.


Delanson, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

LPN

I have been a nurse for almost 40 years. I love working both with the elderly and children. I have worked both in education for special need children and local nursing homes. I am CPR and first aide certified.
Kristin can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Mercedes G.


Schenectady, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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...

Amy 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"We hired Brooke to care for my 91 year old mother until my moms recent passing. Brooke was wonderful! She went above and beyond to make sure that my mom was safe, happy and healthy. Brooke did her cooking, cleaning and helped her with her medicines. She was...

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Meghan C.


Amsterdam, NY

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Energetic Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm an energetic, passionate, caring and responsible care giver and teacher. I'm currently a Special Education teacher in the local area. I obtained my Master's degree in Literacy instruction from UAlbany for grades B-6th as well as my early childhood degree. I have been teaching since 2014 but I have been in the education field...
Meghan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Meghan is a great person to be around, she is very creative and very dedicated to what she is doing."

Melanie W.

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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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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, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
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Kayla B.


Schenectady, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Hello! I'm K : ) I provide enrichment and connection-based care for families in the Capital region. My main objective in care-work is to foster a mutually enjoyable relationship that facilitates play, communication, independence, and meaningful interaction with your child's community and wider world. My formal training is in...
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

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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

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: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I work as a dsp for 8 years. I love doing what I'm doing I'm pretty good at everything. Giving care. Cleaning. Responsible

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Esperance, NY

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.

Brooke G.

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.

- Care member

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