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Special needs caregivers in Farmington, NY

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Ashley S.


Ontario, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Family Child Caregiver

5.0

(4)

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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, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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/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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Beth C.


Honeoye, NY

$15-20/hr10 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & 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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Alexandra A.


Rochester, NY

$13-20/hr8 yrs exp

Child Care

4.4

(8)

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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Alex was great with our son!!! She took interest with what he likes and they played games and got along well. Would Hire her again!!!!!"

Tonya W.

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Carolina J.


Rochester, NY

$50-65/hr10 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: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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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Amanda J.


Webster, NY

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked for the town of Webster at there 4th and 5th grade summer camp for 7 years. My first year I was with the inclusion camp( kids with special needs). 2 years ago I was promoted to director of that camp. For the past 2 years I have also been the director of the before and after school program. I have completed 3 years...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Amanda was our full time nanny for our children for 4 1/2 years and became a part of our family. She is kind, creative, loving, fun, reliable and inventive. She was like a second mother to our kids in all of the best ways, adapting with them through the years that...

Mara N.

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Briana H.


Newark, NY

$15-20/hr10 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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Rhonda was a nanny with us for 5 years. She is awesome! She is the most reliable person I have ever worked with. She is flexible with the working schedule if necessary. She keeps the children on a schedule which was always important for us. She is always on time...

Debra 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, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Admittedly, I just hired Deborah- but after a lengthy phone conversation, I could tell that she was a fit as her experience and diverse background was impressive. As we get to know each other, I am confident she will be putting my kids first. I am the type of...

Jenny L.

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Leah P.


Stanley, NY

$14-19/hr1 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/hr4 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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Marilyn P.


East Rochester, NY

$45/hr10 yrs exp

PT Weekdays, Personal Assistant, Meal Prep, Errands, Whatever Is Needed To Assist At Home Or At Work

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years as Executive Assistant to an Executive Vice President in a fast paced environment. During business hours, I managed her calendar, acted on her behalf while on extensive business travel, coordinated travel and ground for her and several others to include the CEO. In addition, on a personal level, I planned...
5.0
"Marylin is a hard worker and very versatile. She helped us with light yard work and odd jobs around the house"

Ernest P.

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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:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Irene when I was a week post partum with my twins. We also have a 4 year old and we needed some extra hands at home till my husband was able to begin parental leave. She was a God send! She was great with my son, and also was always busy helping with...

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Savannah G.


Rochester, NY

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

CPR Certified And First Aid Trained Family Oriented Dependably Outgoing And Friendly Have Affectionately Cared For Children Newborn-16 Years Of Age Help School Age Children With Homework assigments Provide A Friendly Environment With Engaging Activities Worked In A Daycare As A Daycare Teacher Worked As A...
Savannah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is a wonderful and dependable young lady"

Natalie R.

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Dawn H.


Henrietta, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Responsible, Experienced, Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Working with children has always brought me great joy and fulfilment throughout my life. I have experience working with multiple children from newborn to school age. I have worked over 15 years with special needs children who have both physical and cognitive delays and spent many summers working in a daycare center. I am a...
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Dawn has been our nanny for the past 5+ years. Over this time, she has become a part of our family. She has cared for our children since they were infants. Safety has been her top priority and I have never had to worry about my kids. She has done whatever has...

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Stephanie R.


Rochester, NY

$12-17/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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Beatrice K.


Rochester, NY

$15-25/hr

Caring, Fun, Loving Caregiver!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an Occupational Therapy major in my second year at Ithaca College. I did a lot of volunteering in the past with those with special needs, leading to my passion for this career path. I am loving, fun, passionate, and understanding. I am also flexible for your needs as well. I want to connect and care for you and your loved...
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Dakota C.


Webster, NY

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Sitter

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation and light housework. I have experience working with children with special needs.
Dakota can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Asunta A.


Rochester, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I am a Licensed Practical Nurse and have been working in the nursing field for 23years. I have a great deal of compassion and ample experience working with the elderly and special needs pediatrics. I am also currently in the process of continuing my nursing education.
Asunta can also help with: Transportation, personal care, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Licensed Nurse

Hi, I'm Jenna! A lover of music, adventure, crafts, and all things childhood development! I'm a board-certified music therapist, with 3 years of experience working with kids with complex and special needs, CPR and first aid trained as well. I look forward to working with your family!
Jenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Farmington, NY

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.

Alexandra A.

5.0

Alex was great with our son!!! She took interest with what he likes and they played games and got along well. Would Hire her again!!!!!

- Tonya W.

Carolina J.

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 nights and weekends if we needed her.

- Cindy G.

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