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Stephanie S.


Fairport, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Over 30 Years Of Experience Teaching Children With Special Needs With My MS In Special Education.

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I began my journey teaching 2nd through 5th grade in Florida. I moved back to New York to be close to my family 30 years ago. The next 10 years, I taught babies and preschoolers in several different environments. I provided home based and center based services to babies and preschoolers from a few months of age to age 5. I...
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Rachel C.


Fairport, NY

$16-50/hr2 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as caring, organized, responsible. I like caring for people with special needs because I am passionate about helping. I'm looking for a job that is fulfilling. I started caring for people with special needs in 2022. In my spare time, I like to do photography, exercise, walk and train my dogs,...
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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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Kayla M.


Fairport, NY

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Kayla. I have two years experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I had an internship in Early Intervention, working with children ages 0-4 that had special needs. Post graduation I worked in ABA therapy, working with children on the autism spectrum. I now work as a Care...
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Cecilia K.


Fairport, NY

$18-23/hr5 yrs exp

I have worked in a variety of settings including as a camp counselor and a support professional in a group home. I have training working with a large variety of disability needs and am a fast learner when it comes to new duties that need to be performed.
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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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Sandra E.


Fairport, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have experience with all age children. I did a daycare in my home for 9 years up to 7 children at a time. I also worked at BOCES and have experience with special need children. I am also very loving, patient & flexible person. I am a mother of two children. I have taken care of children since age 11.
Sandra can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Rachel C.


Fairport, NY

$16-20/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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Ada-osha B.


Webster, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 6 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
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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Megan S.


Pittsford, NY

$28-30/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!

4.3

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, this seems like a great fit for me! I have experience caring for babies, children, adolescents, and individuals with special needs. I attend Nazareth University for occupational therapy, and I have two years left in Rochester. I do not smoke and would expect the same from the family I work for. My hourly rate is $35, based...
Megan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Megan cared for our 5 year old son with left-hemiplegia. She was very punctual and attentive to our son. He absolutely ADORES her! We felt 100% comfortable leaving him in her care."

Kim J.

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Audryana A.


Rochester, NY

$20-31/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hard working, dependable, people person, with experience with special needs, that have a lot of love to share on a daily basis.
5.0
"Audryana is top notch! Loving, caring, respectful, and an A plus , stellar reliable caregiver! We are so thankful for her!"

Carey V.

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Stephanie R.


Rochester, NY

$16-17/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have a associates degree from MCC in Human Services. I have experience taking care of children and adults with special needs. I am CPR and first aid trained.
5.0
"I appreciate everything Stephanie has done for me m"

Anastasia W.

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Deborah V.


Pittsford, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

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: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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...

Tanya C.

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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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.

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Irene V.


Rochester, NY

$30-40/hr15 yrs exp

Experienced & Loving Super-Nanny (15+yrs)

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Specializing in Early Childhood Development working as a professional nanny with over 15yrs experience assisting children with their social, physical, mental & emotional needs for a stable start! Available for both one-time and recurring childcare needs, supporting parents help their toddlers get ready for school and more with a...
Irene can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"REN is the consummate professional! She is kind, patient, and knowledgeable. She is very engaged with play, simultaneously nurturing the needs of my son. Her communication and reliability is top tier. She’s a gem, and I’m happy we found one another. "

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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:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

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Riley L.


Pittsford, NY

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Love Spending Time With All Kids!

I love spending time with kids! I began working as a mother's helper at around 10 years old. I have worked as a babysitter and nanny since middle school, both on the weekends and after school. I have also been a camp counselor and am trained to work with children with special needs. I'm currently a senior at Providence College...
Riley can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Kapri J.


Rochester, NY

$16/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver

I am the second oldest of 4. I have cared for my younger siblings and ran our household when our parents had to work or social engagements. I have a number of years as a caregiver for the elderly and individuals with special needs.
Kapri can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Tarrah H.


Rochester, NY

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Looking Forward To Taking Care Of You Or Your Love One!

Hello my name is Tarrah and being a care taker is my passion. My mission is to give the best absolute care and support to you or your loved one. I have over 15+ years in experience providing direct care assistance and support to all age groups. I have a wide range ongoing experience in working with individuals with dementia,...
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Andrea C.


Rochester, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced LPN

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

20 years experience with individuals with intellectual disabilities. Available for afternoons, evenings and nights for all ages.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fairport, NY

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.

Megan S.

5.0

Megan was great with my kids and they enjoyed their time with her. Even my older son, who she did not watch the day she came, said he would love to have her babysit. She went above and beyond and I will be using her again!

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Audryana A.

5.0

Audryana is top notch! Loving, caring, respectful, and an A plus , stellar reliable caregiver! We are so thankful for her!

- Carey V.

Stephanie R.

5.0

Stephanie was so sweet and I highly recommend! She came early and was very professional! I needed a last minute babysitter a few hours before my event and she reached out and saved the day! It was a later shift and she did great! Thank you so much!

- Natalia L.

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.

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