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Vered O.


Albany, NY

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

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I grew up at summer camp that focused on the integration of children with special needs into typical, daily activities. As a counselor at said camp, I have had two years experience working with children of various special needs and ages. Watching children grow and learn is the most rewarding thing for me, and I care deeply about...
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Nashanti C.


Albany, NY

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

Working with the center for disability services I've developed 5 years of experience working with children and adults with all sort of special needs. I found a passion for it and am trying to pursue a career working with children with special needs as I further my education. I've worked with high functioning and low functions...
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Bibi B.


Schenectady, NY

$23-31/hr10 yrs exp

Patient advocacy and support Drug administration Patient monitoring Infection control Bathing patients including tub bath, partial bath, bed bath, and showering Oral care for patients Assisting patients with their personal hygiene, such as male and female perineal care, shaving, nail and hair care and changing clothes Collecting...
Bibi can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

As a childcare provider with three years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing and educating children. My hours a flexible. I currently work in an elementary school helping aid teachers with students that have special needs. I am driven by the desire to make a positive impact on their lives and support families by...
Tayvonne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
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Joscelyn L.


Albany, NY

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

I worked at Living Resources in their Day Programs in both a direct care and administrative role from 2016 until 2019. I worked in their after school program from 2019 to 2021 as a lead instructor for their Colonie High School location
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Jessica S.


Albany, NY

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs children and adults on and off for 5 years or so. I am a preschool teacher and work with children with special needs on a regular basis. I am also involved in the Best Buddies Program with this wonderful young adult. I love doing this and find it a lot of fun. I love to be able to help experience...
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Tayvonne M.


Schenectady, NY

$30-38/hr1 yrs exp

( Paraprofessional )

Im very passionate about working with young students with disabilities and helping them gain the skills they need to become life long learners. I have always had a special place in her heart for working with children with disabilities. I also firmly believes that great educators learn and grow with their students and is thankful...
I have worked with several individuals with special needs. These needs ranged from young children with learning disabilities all the way to seniors with physical and mental disabilities. I am also in a master's program and have experience in education. I have a passion for taking care of others, learning from them, and working...
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Shareeba R.


Latham, NY

$22-30/hr7 yrs exp

I've worked with several individuals with autism and disabilities for 7+ I enjoy working with people to put a smile on there face!
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Jamie O.


Albany, NY

$25-26/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting for quite sometime, going on seven years now! I have experience working in a daycare/preschool setting with the ages ranging from infant to school age. I have worked with special needs adults and was a Teacher Assistant in Special Education also. I was a nanny for a family with four kids, one being...
Jamie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Angela D.


Latham, NY

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Patience, Compassion, And Kindness Are My Strongest Skills.

I have been working with children for 35 years either in hospital settings, daycare, schools, or their homes. I have worked in self-contained classrooms as a TA (laid off due to CoVid). I then worked as an Registered Behavior Technician with autistic children and loved that job. My degree is in Psychology with child behavior as...
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Georgia K.


Schenectady, NY

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Basic Mental And Medical Special Needs Care Provider

All my life I have had a passion for working with special needs children. My youngest brother is speech and developmentally delayed, and I have been working with him his entire life to ensure that he gets the proper care and respect that he deserves--whether it be emotional support and counseling, tutoring in the various...
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Jahtasia B.


Watervliet, NY

$16-21/hr

I Worked In This Field Of Work For Over 5 Years. Lot Of Experience

Hi my name is JahTasia, I have worked in the health field since 2012, I am very experienced in the field of health care. I worked with a bunch of different patients from young age to elderly. I am very passionate at what I do and I take my job very serious. My main goal is to make my patients feel comfortable and happy, not only...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently 27, have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I began nannying and providing respite care for special needs children and teens in college. I have always been naturally good with children and have a warm, young spirit that babies and kids warm up to easily. I love taking children under my care to group...
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Abigail O.


Albany, NY

$18-21/hr4 yrs exp

For three years, I worked at a preschool with kids who have special needs. During the school day, I worked closely with them to keep them safe, feed them, navigate conflict, and behavior management. I also have experience caring for a teenage boy with autism. I am comfortable working with any child birth-teenager.
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Grace M.


Voorheesville, NY

$18-50/hr8 yrs exp

Responsible, Flexible And Fun!

Hi! My name is Grace. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology and have a lot of experience working with kids. I have more than 8 years of experience working as a babysitter/nanny, camp counselor and daycare/after-school care provider. I also have worked with children with special needs. I love working with kids of all ages and...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Because I have patience with others and I love helping people that need help, and I love taking care of children and older people. I have gone to school with disabilities and helped them at Que star III BOCES and I worked with kids at the CEO daycare center for volunteer work. I love what I do.
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David W.


Watervliet, NY

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I have extensive experience in taking care of individuals. I am currently taking care of a family friend. He is 90 yrs young. I prepare his morning meal, clean his home and care for his dog. I then return in the evening. I take him to all of his Dr appts and do his weekly shopping. I have worked for Catholic Charities and...
David can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, respite care, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
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Celeste P.


Delmar, NY

$17-50/hr9 yrs exp

Sweet Caregiver

Hey Y'all! I'm Celeste and I'm 24 years old. I have been volunteering with special needs people since I was in elementary school! I have a very soft spot in my heart for individuals with disabilities. Helping this population is a huge passion of mine. I'm currently studying Human Services at Hudson Valley Community College, but...
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Samantha T.


Albany, NY

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

I have 6+ years of experience working with individuals with special needs. I have experience with people ages 8-30. I know basic sign language and have experience with assistive technology. I currently work with St. Catherine's Center for Children where I assist Guilderland High School Special Education students with pre...

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