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Renee W.


Palmyra, NY

$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

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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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Monica A.


Palmyra, NY

$22-50/hr • 10 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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Nadine D.


Fairport, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 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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Renee W.


Palmyra, NY

$20-30/hr • 4 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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Cecilia K.


Fairport, NY

$18-23/hr • 5 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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Stephanie S.


Fairport, NY

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

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

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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Terri U.


Victor, NY

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

I Understand.I Have A Son With Autism

Hello! I have a son with developmental disabilities/autism. I know how difficult it can be to find a reliable, experienced person to provide care and support for a loved one. I consider myself , honest reliable, kind, caring and supportive. I am an active, mother of 3 children, I have 2 dogs and a cat... I absolutely being...
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Crystal S.


Geneva, NY

$16/hr • 3 yrs exp

Energetic Sitter, Patient Tutor , And Reliable Housekeeper

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have had about 6 years of babysitting children ranging from 1-year-olds to 9-year-olds. I also babysit my special needs cousin. Most recently , I tutored a high school freshmen in math where she and I built a genuine relationship. I recently nannied an 18-month-old for my professor who was Brazilian. I enjoyed learning about...
Crystal can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Crystal was great and super flexible with me and my children! "

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Megan S.


Pittsford, NY

$28-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!

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

Special Needs Care

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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Ashley S.


Ontario, NY

$25/hr • 10 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: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"From day 1, she has been a part of our family. My kids adore her as do I. She understands the relationship a mother has with her kids and she enhances that. If I am having a bad day, she would make sure I get extra hugs from them at the end of the day. She will...

Michelle P.

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Audryana A.


Rochester, NY

$20-31/hr • 3 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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Beth C.


Honeoye, NY

$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I have four grown children and five grandchildren. I have provided child care to approx. 50 children other than my own through the years. I have volunteered in school classroom settings and in a preschool in my hometown of Honeoye, NY. I did an internship in a daycare at Finger Lakes Community College, to enhance my studies...
Beth can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Beth will be starting as our part-time in home nanny on Monday and we are all happy about her addition to our family team. She was perfectly on time for our interview, came prepared with her certifications and references. We chatted for 1.5 hours without even...

Robin R.

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Juliana Q.


Rochester, NY

$16/hr • 3 yrs exp

Kid At Heart!

4.3

(4)

Hi families!! My name is Juliana and I believe you should consider me to be your next nanny for your kiddos! Ever since I was young, I have taken care of my family, if that included school work, therapy, or just providing a fun, safe environment where kids can be kids. I have about 3 years of experience as a nanny (not through a...
Juliana can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Juliana is really great with kids of all ages, and cleans and cooks as well. She can do runaround's like taking kids to extracurricular or do simple at home activities to entertain children. She's kind and can help children with school work, so they can continue to...

Maria L.

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Alexandra A.


Rochester, NY

$16-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Alexandra and I have been working with children for about eight years, two of which were in daycare while one year as an Au Pair in Germany. In high school I have had a love for teaching. I tutored children from 2nd grade to 12th in various of subjects. Most of the time I would help teaching with young children to...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is very patient. She is very joyful and can make a way out of no way. She has awesome ideas that engages children's attention and children tend to fall in love with her! She has an excellent personality and was a pleasure to work with. "

Angela A.

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Carolina J.


Rochester, NY

$50-65/hr • 10 yrs exp

Bubbly, Outgoing Aide Looking To Help Your Family Members In Your Time Of Need

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Carolina. I love what I do, and preform to the best of my abilities. In addition to working in home care settings as well as nursing homes, I also have experience working in the hospital on a medical surgical unit. I am currently a Licensed Practical Nurse and have also had my Certified Nursing Assistant...
Carolina can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CNA

CPR

5.0
"I hired Carolina to help care for my 85 year old mother. I am very happy with the care she gives my mom, she is very attentive to her needs. I was sad for us but happy for her when she decided to go back to school but she would still help out with mom some week...

Cindy G.

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Abigail G.


Rochester, NY

$16/hr • 4 yrs exp

Energetic Babysitter Who Loves Kids

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a fun, patient, and helpful babysitter who has had about 5 years of experience. I have work at schools, summer camps, and programs for children. Also, I have two younger sisters that I have grown up supporting and taking care of. My passion is working with children in a special education setting. I have had some...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Abigail helped me last minute and she arrived on time! My daughter was happy in her presence and felt very comfortable with her! My 2 year old was safe and well cared for when I returned. I'd definitely use Abigail again! Highly recommend. Thanks again Abigail!"

Rebecca P.

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Briana H.


Newark, NY

$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have many years experience watching young children, starting when I was at the age of 11. Now, I am a certified teacher and have taught 5th grade for 9 years! I have experience working with children with special needs in both the school and babysitting atmosphere. I currently have a very active 5-year-old daughter, spirited...
Briana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Rhonda M.


Ontario, NY

$23-35/hr • 10 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Rhonda has been a nanny with our family for 5 years. She is the most reliable person I have ever worked with. She is always on time and ready to start the day as soon as she arrives. Our 4 kids absolutely adore her!! Rhonda comes up with a variety of activities...

Debbie W.

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Leah P.


Stanley, NY

$16-19/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Leah and I would love to work with your child. I worked in a 12:1:1 classroom for a school year, and that's where I decided I wanted to become a lead teacher. The student I worked with was non-verbal and autistic. I learned how to use an AAC device to communicate with him, and I got a lot of training on...
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Erika H.


Rochester, NY

$18-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi! I'm a Rochester transplant and I taught elementary school for 4 years, the last 3 being in NY in the Rush Henrietta school district (2nd and 3rd grade). I took a break to have a child who is now 10 months old. Looking for nannying/baby sitting that I can do with my 10 mo old. I have experience teaching English as a second...
5.0
"Erika is great with kids! She's honest, dependable, kind and responsible."

Lydia P.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Farmington, NY

Crystal S.

5.0

Crystal was great and super flexible with me and my children!

- Care member

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!

- Care member

Ashley S.

5.0

From day 1, she has been a part of our family. My kids adore her as do I. She understands the relationship a mother has with her kids and she enhances that. If I am having a bad day, she would make sure I get extra hugs from them at the end of the day. She will never hesitate to keep me posted on...

- Michelle P.

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.

Beth C.

5.0

Beth will be starting as our part-time in home nanny on Monday and we are all happy about her addition to our family team. She was perfectly on time for our interview, came prepared with her certifications and references. We chatted for 1.5 hours without even realizing it. As a mother and...

- Robin R.

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