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Sarah G.


Cornwall, NY

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Sitter

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Hello I'm Sarah. I have personal and paid experience with all types of Special Needs Children. I've been trained in CPR, AED and 1st Aide. Any questions please don't hesitate to contact me. Best Sarah
My experience is teaching disable/differently challenged individuals. I do one on ones or in a group setting. Everyone is different so it's about adapting the care and support towards that particular person. People describe me as non-judgements, caring, genuine, and understanding. I truly believe you learn from everything around...
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Katelyn A.


Garrison, NY

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Calm And Comforting Caregiver

I am a mother of 3, looking for some evening and weekend work. I have extraordinary patience and have some experience with special needs and physically challenged persons. I have an out-of-date CPR certification but would get rectified at your commitment to hours. My mother is a paraprofessional, my daughter suffered from...
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Janah H.


Peekskill, NY

$22/hr6 yrs exp

All About Me

20 years old Bilingual (Spanish) Special needs experience (6+ years) Child care (8+ years) Cook (5 years) Licensed driver w/vehicle
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Shanique W.


Stony Point, NY

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Shanique....

My name is Shanique. I have a 2-year-old son and currently pursuing my bachelors in Criminal justice at John Jay. I have 6 years worth of experience with children and adults. Throughout my years of working I've worked with kids with disabilities and adults youngest 5 and oldest 95. I have experience in managing a group home. I...
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Gabriella M.


Peekskill, NY

$17-20/hr8 yrs exp

Available Part-time Sitter In Westchester County

I'm Gabriella and I am an extremely responsible babysitter with many years of experience. Having babysat boys and girls, good and bad, in the past, I am confident in my abilities to be creative and active, tidy, and responsible with them. I love to have fun with children, and usually take to seemingly shy kids extremely well. I...
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Christina C.


Peekskill, NY

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Raised With A Difference

Growing up I knew my little sister was different but in my house we never treated her differently . We communicated in ways I thought were normal and played like regular children . As I got older an got into middle school and high school I realized that society treated special needs ppl differently when at home there is no...
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Alex P.


Highland Mills, NY

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Care Taker Available

Hi! I'm Alex, and I am 27 years old, currently teaching Kindergarten virtually at a charter school. This is my third year teaching and I have previously taught 2nd grade and 4th grade. In addition, my younger brother has Down syndrome, and I have been around children with special needs my entire life. I am looking for a...
Alex can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
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Kathleen D.


Cortlandt Manor, NY

$28-35/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

Hello. My name is Kathleen. I have over 10 years of experience working with children and young adults with special needs. I have worked at a group home, currently work at a school, and many years working as Direct Support Professional. I have a very kind heart with a lot of patience. I absolutely love the people I work with....
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Bonnie S.


Tomkins Cove, NY

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hi! I'm glad you're looking at my profile because I have a lot of experience and education. My paid experience is working primarily with people with special needs, spanning from infancy to very old age. I raised my own daughter who has down syndrome and is now doing very well. I helped take care of my mother who had dementia and...
Bonnie can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services
I earned a bachelor's degree in psychology from SUNY Geneseo. I am currently in the process of applying to optometry school. I am available to tutor any grade level for biology, chemistry, and algebra (I am comfortable with other subjects, but reach out first). I worked in the special needs community for 3 years, and I do well...

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Hello parents my name is Jayden I've been working with kids since u was 16 and I'm now 20. I was previously working as a daycare assistant now I work as a teachers aide with special needs toddlers. I'm CPR certified and have my license/car . My rates start at 17 an hour , depends on how many kids and what your requesting .
Jayden can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
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Maiya A.


Verplanck, NY

$22-25/hr8 yrs exp

Eager Sitter/nanny!

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Hi! I have been babysitting since I was 13 and it is a job I love! I have had experience with every age and special needs children. I have helped with school work, helped with swimming lessons, and even sports! Now that I have graduated college, I am looking for a nannying job until I figure out what I want to do permanently!
Maiya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
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Mariah G.


Peekskill, NY

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My Name Is Mariah And I Currently Taking Online Classes To Become A LPN. I Been Working As A Nanny For 6 Years. I Have Experience Working With Children/Adults With Special Needs. I Am Also Certified As A Nursing Assistant For The Past 8 Years. I Am CPR/FirstAID Certified. As A Nanny I See The Importance Of Incorporating...
Mariah can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Hi there! I'm Angelica. I have 3+ year experience of child care and 1+ year of professional experience working with 7-23-year-old individuals with special needs. I possess a driver's license and a CPR/First Aid/AED certification for adults, children, and babies. I genuinely enjoy working with kids, teens, and young adults, and,...
Hi ! I am currently a student at High Point University majoring in Special education, and I have plenty of experience! I have been a student teacher for the past two years and have coached soccer to 3-6-year-olds for the past 4 years.
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Lauren M.


Montrose, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I am an energetic, outgoing, friendly, and compassionate person who enjoys working with toddlers, children, and teens. I have worked as an in-home respite worker for individuals with Autism and other special needs. I have multiple years of experience working as a special education teacher assistant and behavior...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Alaina N.


Monroe, NY

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

I am currently a special education teacher teaching 3-4th grade students in the Monroe Woodbury school district. I have worked with various ages and various types of disabilities. I am patient, outgoing and very knowledgeable and willing to learn about your child.
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Kathleen D.


Cortlandt Manor, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care, Senior Care And Pet Care

Hello, my name is Kathleen. I have over 20 years of experience working with children and adults with special needs. Both as a D. S. P. and I currently work at a school with children for special needs. I adore the students. I am a very kind, compassionate, loving, and gentle woman with lots of patience. I would also love to be...
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Mallory D.


Monroe, NY

$23-26/hr4 yrs exp

I am looking to connect with a family in need of care for an individual who needs assistance. I have a big heart and a lot of patience. I have a specials needs daughter and I understand what is required to care for anyone who needs assistance.

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