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Phyllis T.


Fayetteville, NY

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Teacher With Lots Of Energy And Enthusiasm

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There's not a lot I can't do. Clean, teach, tutor, organize, train, transport. I know how to balance a checkbook, on-line bank, budget. I ran a household for 31 years, raised 2 successful sons and had a full-time job. I even love to clean and organize closets!
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Kate A.


Syracuse, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

HUMAN SERVICE

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've had the opportunity to work with Medical and non Medical health for over 18 yrs. with experience and empathy am able to care for the Aged, Alzheimer's/dementia, Parkinson's and Special need clients and also clients recovery from sickness.
Kate can also help with: Meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Kate is not only the most dependable and personable individual, she is also gifted with the highest sympathetic understanding of human nature. She is comfortable working diligently with all manners of persons. She is a lady with character and passionate about the...

Kwawo O.

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Juliette V.


Syracuse, NY

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am attend University & am on the rowing team. In high school, I played tennis & lacrosse. I am originally from Upstate NY, then lived in southern Indiana for Junior & Senior year of HS, and now my family lives in Englewood. In high school, I helped/taught children with autism ages 6-12 how to play tennis. During the summer...
5.0
"She tutored my 14 y/o daughter. She was great!!"

Michael K.

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Michelle N.


Syracuse, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver With 20+ Years Experience With Infants, Children, & Elders Seeking Weekday Position.

I started my care career early, when I began babysitting at age 11! I've cared for all age groups, including those with a variety of special needs and disabilities, as an HHA while in Nursing school, and then as an RN for most of my adult life. Now that I have a toddler of my own with special needs, I have put my Nursing...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Michelle is amazing. My kids loved her. She took care of my one year old and 5-month old regularly for several months and was extremely qualified, dependable and trustworthy. I would definitely hire her again in the future."

Lisa H.

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Juliette V.


Syracuse, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend & Summer Time Babysitter/nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a certified teacher 6-12th grade social sciences with my masters in education as well! I have nannied for over 10 years and currently work in healthcare full time. I am free on evenings or on weekends for babysitting or tutoring! I also have experience as a nanny and teacher with children who have special...
Juliette can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Juliette and her twin sister are both fantastic!! I am very selective with who we hire to babysit and I can't recommend Juliette enough. We have a 4 year old daughter and 1 year old son that require help early in the mornings, starting at 6 am. Juliette was...

Katherine B.

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Natasha W.


Syracuse, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Direct Care Professional, Currently Certified As A Personal Care Aide.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in the Human Services Profession for 12 years then took a break for some years to raise my family. During the 12 years I've provided care for individuals within their homes , then I transitioned to Direct Care within Residential and Day Habilitation Program working with severe to moderate range disabled...
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Bethany C.


Syracuse, NY

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Senior Care Available Full Time Personal Care Available Full Time Housekeeping,Companionship

I have worked in Senior care and Care of adults with disabilities for over 4 years in residence. Helping with daily tasks household cleaning meal prep and personal care. I love working with seniors and special needs adults I love seeing them smile when helping them Day to day.
Bethany can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Hello! My name is Emily, I currently live in Syracuse in the Meadowbrook area. I recently graduated from Upstate Medical with my masters in public health, and am starting the MD program this July. I am an aunt to five nieces and nephews who I love dearly and have given me a great background in childcare. I have babysat since I...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Michelle N.


Syracuse, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Although my specialty focuses in my Nursing career have primarily been in Women's Health, I've also worked quite a bit with a wide range of special populations, including people with physically limiting diagnoses, cognitive and/or speech delays, Psychiatric issues, and Neuro-divergent diagnoses. Whatever the diagnosis(es) may...
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Maya L.


Syracuse, NY

$16/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Maya and I am currently a rising junior studying Psychology and Family Sciences at Syracuse University. I have done both volunteer and paid work with children for the past 4+ years including babysitting, camp counselor, and working as a teaching aid in a kindergarten classroom. During the summer I work...
I go to Syracuse University. I am currently a political science student. I am a human rights activist as well as an environmentalist. I'm proficient in Spanish, and ASL. I strive to learn about others everyday. I am the Treasurer and Social Media Representative of the Model United Nations Club- along with the International...
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Jessica K.


Syracuse, NY

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Let Me Assist Your Needs!

Hello! My name is Jessica and I currently teach 2nd grade. I'm looking for some extra work helping people who need it! I have worked in an inclusion classroom for 2 years and have many years experience working with students/children/adults with disabilities. I have also worked as a DSP in the summers working with adults with...
I am a 45-year-old single mother with 2 teenage daughters. My 16-year-old and I currently work together taking care of a special needs teenager after school. We enjoy working together to make other people more comfortable. Also I think it gives my 16-year-old an opportunity to have supported experiences working and caring for...
Yolanda can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
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Khadija I.


Syracuse, NY

$13-18/hr3 yrs exp

Creative, Kind But Firm Sitter Patient

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've had many years of experience babysitting multiple young cousins and nieces/nephews being the oldest in the family. I was lucky enough to have a great childhood spent playing outdoors and engaged in creative activities and would love to ensure that other children had the same opportunities and experiences that were afforded...
Khadija can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
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Elizabeth M.


Syracuse, NY

$30-50/hr8 yrs exp

Leading With Love

Hi there! I'm Elizabeth. I come with an open heart and positive redirection. I have my CDA in early childhood education and development! Fully vaccinated! I am first aid and CPR trained, along with multiple water safety/ lifeguard skill training courses. I worked as a lead teacher for 7 years with an all inclusive classroom....
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Lily C.


Chittenango, NY

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Lily. I am a current college student majoring in psychology. For the past few summers I have worked at a recreation respite program as a direct support provider for children and adults with disabilities. I also volunteered in my schools exceptional learning (special education) classrooms while in high school. I...
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Kate A.


Syracuse, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full And Part-time Caregiver For Special Needs Clients.

I'm a caring and compassionate caregiver with respect for our all my clients. I have my own transportation and I don't smoke. I provide personal care, companionship, transitional care, Alzheimer's care, medication reminders, transportation assistant, light housekeeping, laundry, and nutrition management. As a nursing assistant,...
Hi! I am a pediatric speech and language pathologist who specializes in preschool age and special needs therapy. I am looking for an extra gig outside of my full time job to fill some of my free time. I am originally from Chicago but have been in Syracuse for almost 6 years. I completed my undergraduate and graduate degrees at...
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Meriya S.


Syracuse, NY

$15-35/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Now Looking For Full- Time Nanny Opportunity

I have previous experience working at a kids summer camp for 4 years, working with children in primarily in elementary and middle school ages. I previously worked at a charter school in SF for children with special needs; specifically behavioral and emotional disorders and intellectual disabilities. I am very good with working...
Meriya can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sydney C.


Jamesville, NY

$18/hr1 yrs exp

22 Yr Old Bubbly Babysitter- Full Availability

I like caring for people with special needs because it is important they receive the right personalized care to succeed at independent living one day. Watching each person grow is very rewarding and is only able to happen with the right focus and attention, I'm looking for a job that is flexible yet consistent In my spare...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fayetteville, NY

Kate A.

5.0

In 2016 l unexpectedly became responsible for my 82 year young Auntie who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. We went through several caregivers because my auntie was a little difficult to work for. Kate was the number 8 caregiver and she became the charm. My auntie said to me when l visited her the...

- Care member

Juliette V.

5.0

She tutored my 14 y/o daughter. She was great!!

- Michael K.

Michelle N.

5.0

Michelle is amazing. My kids loved her. She took care of my one year old and 5-month old regularly for several months and was extremely qualified, dependable and trustworthy. I would definitely hire her again in the future.

- Lisa H.

Juliette V.

5.0

Juliette nannied for our 2 year old son for almost a year and was absolutely fantastic. She is energetic, empathetic, incredibly punctual, flexible, organized, and dependable. She developed a very sweet relationship with our son, was very attentive and engaged with him, and kept his space tidy....

- Arianne P.

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