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Isabella G.
Guilderland, NY
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi my name is Isabella! l am currently working as a 5th-7th grade special education teacher! I have my Masters in Educational Psychology and a BS in Special Education/Childhood Education. I have experience working with both neurotypical children and children with special needs. I have experience working with kids with Autism,...
I grew up in a large family and at a young age, I took care of my younger cousins (infancy-10) and learned to take care of household responsibilities when my parents or aunts and uncles needed help. My first official job was at Parsons Early Head Start at the age of 15 during a Summer Employment Program for youths that was...
Chandane can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Isabella G.
Guilderland, NY
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a certified preschool special education teacher. I am certified to teach special education and general education grades 1-6. I have experience working with infants, preschoolers, and elementary age children. I have worked with both typically developing children and children with special needs.
Isabella can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a special education teacher for 3 years in a school setting. I have a dual degree from The College of Saint Rose in Childhood and Special Education, a Masters Degree in Literacy from SUNY Albany and I am currently halfway through another Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism from The Sage Colleges. I...
5.0
"My son has been working with Marisa for several weeks, and she has been such a joy to work with! Easy to communicate with, flexible with scheduling, and such a positive, resourceful person to have in our son's life. Would highly recommend her to anyone!"
Lindsey A.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Judy and I am presently seeking a part time or full time child care provider position. My experience includes taking care of my three grandkids from birth. The oldest is now 12 years old. I have also worked with twins and children with special needs such as autism, cerebral palsy, and ADHD for the past 4 years. My...
Judith can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Judith is an amazing Nanny. She took care of my two children with enthusiasm and diligence. One of my children has Autism and is nonverbal. Judith was very patient with him and understood his needs. She carried over the skills that my son's therapists suggested....
Parker O.
Brittany K.
Voorheesville, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
LPN/Aide Available Part Time/Per Diem For All Of Your Home Care Needs!
5.0
(1)
13 years of experience, various settings as a CNA, life skills assistant, home care aide, and LPN of 12. 5 years as well. Med administration, CPR, assist with ADLs and household needs.
I have worked with special needs/Autistic youth and adults, several patients and clients with Alzheimer's/Dementia and Parkinson's through the...
Brittany can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Brittany is a wonderful nurse. She is very attentive , caring and reliable. We are very happy to have her as a member of our care team in our home"
Leesha Y.
5.0
(1)
I am experienced in providing care of children with special needs such as autism, cerebral palsy, and ADHD. I am knowledgeable of the communication, learning, and physical needs of the special needs populations.
Sharon K.
Schenectady, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Nanny/Teacher. Looking For A Great Family !!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sharon. I have 20 years of experience working with children. I have been a nanny for a little over 9 years now. I started with a family of three children and 2 dogs. They moved onto school and I then became a nanny for 2-year-old twins, I was with them since they were 3 months old. Currently a nanny for 3 children...
Sharon can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Sharon is a person with a special heart. She was meant to work with children. You can tell that she loves it - from the way she engages, comes up with games and songs, and talks to and about children and their developed. She and my child have developed a great...
Nasim K.
5.0
(3)
Hello, my name is Drupattie.
I am a certified home health aide, first aide, and CPR certified.
I have been working within the healthcare field for over 10 years. I have
experience with special needs, dementia Alzheimer's , hospices).
I am proud of my reputation for being a very kind, honest, and...
Drupatti can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"My experience with Sonia D. has been very positive. As a care giver, she possesses a number of positive qualities. I find her to be considerate and thoughtful when dealing with my needs. She is medically knowledgeable and helpful with treatments and...
Brian G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Tanika Y from Albany, Ny
I am 37 yrs young and absolutely love caring for children! I'm fun loving.. energetic.. self driven and absolutely enjoy being a caregiver. I'm looking ro make some extra money. So I thought why not try doing what I love most of all. I have 15+ years of experience in childcare. Currently I have my CDA...
Tanika can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I hired Tanika to take care of my 15 year old girl, 12 yr old boy & 2 yr old baby girl & she’s absolutely amazing. She was hired as an employee but we parted as family due to the great care she provides. All of my & my children’s needs were always met. She has...
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Lindsey J.
Watervliet, NY
$15-31/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I have experience working with adults with special needs. Such as lifts, rotations and bed turns.
Lindsey can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Skills:
CPR
I am a mamma with 20+ years of experience in childcare, special needs and elderly care. I am flexible, reliable, loving, patient and am looking for the perfect family to help.
Jodie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Nastassia R.
Albany, NY
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I work very well with kids and have the patience. I have experience with special needs and I enjoy it!
Nastassia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hi my name is Nicole!! I have cared for and supervised many children over the course of 5 years. Besides babysitting I have worked at a school supervising the children in the after school program. In addition, I have worked at internships working with children with special needs. I have cared for children between the ages of 2...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Tabitha H.
Albany, NY
$15-20/hr
Hello! My name is Tabitha. I am a 22-year-old student at Siena College. I have an extensive background in child care since I have always loved spending time with little ones. I have about 8 years of paid babysitting experience. I have cared for infants, toddlers, school aged children and more specifically children with special...
Tabitha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
I loved working with students with disabilities. I have most of my professional experience working in a self contained classroom of students with neurodiverstiy, including mostly Autism and other developmental and physical disabilities. I enjoy therapeutic teaching, including getting to know a students' interests and desires,...
Hi! My name is Rowen! I have 6 years of experience working with children and teens from all walks of life.
I was a teacher assistant for 4 years in an integrated preschool/kindergarten. I have also completed early childhood course work as well as an associates in Social Work.
I have a vast amount of knowledge in working with...
Nashanti C.
Albany, NY
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Nashanti. I've been in the healthcare field for about 5 years now, majority of that time spent working with people with physical and mental disabilities such as autism, dementia, tbi etc. 2 of those years were spent working specifically with special need kids and 1 year working with dementia and Alzheimer's. I've...
Nashanti can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, respite care, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hi, I'm Fainah , and I have over four years of hands-on experience working with children of all ages, including those with special needs. My passion for childcare is rooted in my love for nurturing and supporting children as they grow. I am currently pursuing a degree in nursing, with a particular interest in pediatric care. I...
Skills:
CNA
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Guilderland, 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.
Marisa W.
5.0
My son has been working with Marisa for several weeks, and she has been such a joy to work with! Easy to communicate with, flexible with scheduling, and such a positive, resourceful person to have in our son's life. Would highly recommend her to anyone!
- Lindsey A.
Judith S.
5.0
Judith has become a part of our family. She is absolutely amazing with our baby and our two older kids (5 & 7). She puts me at ease and is so supportive.
- Alitza S.
Brittany K.
5.0
Brittany is a wonderful nurse. She is very attentive , caring and reliable. We are very happy to have her as a member of our care team in our home
- Leesha Y.
Sharon K.
5.0
Sharon is a person with a special heart. She was meant to work with children. You can tell that she loves it - from the way she engages, comes up with games and songs, and talks to and about children and their developed. She and my child have developed a great relationship.
- Nasim K.
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