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Monica L.


Bloomingburg, NY

$26-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Living Upstate!

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've spent the last decade caring for children of all ages, and it's my passion. I love fostering their growth and development, helping them learn and explore. I'm patient, calm, and always friendly. I believe in open communication with parents, so they know exactly how their child is doing. I'm also comfortable enforcing...
Monica can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Loralee W.


Pine Bush, NY

$25-50/hr2 yrs exp

Former SPED Teacher

Hello! Nice to meet you! I bring a rich background in education and caregiving to the table. As a former high school and college SPED teacher, I focused on hands-on activities like culinary arts, life skills, and job placement training. My experience extends to nannying children with autism and working as a summer camp...
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Dora O.


Walden, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I'm Very Patient Nurturing And Understanding About Others Needs And Put Others First And Enjoy What

I currently work with disabled adults for 28 working hands on helping others grow and achieve goals in life they want to help them feel more confident and independent about themselves
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Shadene T.


Clintondale, NY

$22-30/hr5 yrs exp

Young Fun Direct Support Professional!

Hi new friend! The name is Shadene but I prefer to go by Shay. Ive worked as Direct Support Professional for 5 years. I've worked at New Horizons and Wrap Around Service where I've worked with individuals from ages 8 years old to 70 years old. What I love most about being a DSP is being able to put a smile someone's face and...
I have worked both in my own family and for others with a wide variety of special needs and disabilities. I actually helped my single mother raise my younger brother who suffered from disabilities since a very young age. I have work in home and in facilities with the elderly and disabled, with both short term rehabilitation or...
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Danielle L.


Montgomery, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part or full time babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi There, My name is Danielle I'm 35 married a mom of three 11 yr old girl 8yr old girl and 5 yr old boy. I have worked with many different families throughout the yrs. I took a break to take care of my own. Now all are school age so looking for a little side job/ help out a fellow mamma. I totally understand the pressure with...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I have always had a love for teaching and caring for others. I have helped my grandmother with my uncle with special needs for as long as I can remember. I have worked for the past 3 years and have loved every minute of it. I have been able to help and watch people grow into even more incredible people than they were before I...
Hello! I am a 42-year-old female with a 21year old daughter. I have been in the nursing field for 21 plus years . I have taken care of lots of people with all different kinds of medical conditions. I am a very patient, trusting. caring person. I have taken care of children while parents have worked and I can also help with...
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Joanne F.


Montgomery, NY

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

My name is Joanne, I am a patient and compassionate care giver. I have experience and good common sense. I have availability now. :)
Hi! I'm a communication disorders student at SUNY New Paltz. For the last three years I've worked as a DSP- a one-on-one caregiver for people with special needs. Now that I'm in school, I'm looking for part-time babysitting gigs. I love playing games outside, exploring public libraries and museums, and learning new things. I'm...
Madeline can also help with: Carpooling

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Joycelyn, I have a lot of experience working with children in different contexts including children with special needs. This includes working with children with ASD and/ or mental health concerns. I started babysitting when I was 12 and continued through college. I have a Bachelor's degree in sociology with a minor in...
Joycelyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Bianca D.


Pine Bush, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have dedicated over 15 years to working with children, bringing kindness, patience, and care to every interaction. My passion for fostering growth and development in young minds is matched by my ability to connect with children on a personal level, including those with special needs, with whom I have five years of specialized...
Bianca can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Kristina H.


Montgomery, NY

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Specialized In Special Needs

I'm Nina, Nice to meet you! I have 20 years of experience taking care of children and I have a 1-year-old daughter who is my world! I have college education in Childhood and Development. I have worked at Inspire Preschool and Youth Center for Discovery both centers that specialize in working with special needs children and...
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Tonya D.


Boiceville, NY

$19-28/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Tonya and I would like to apply for this job. I've raised three children, one with mental illness. I've also cared for my Niece that has autism and other disabilities. I worked at a group home and always wanted to help the ones that needed extra assistance. Down Syndrome, Asperger syndrome I've worked with. I...
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Brooke F.


New Paltz, NY

$16/hr1 yrs exp

Special Education Experience, Worked In Daycares!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Brooke. I go to college at SUNY New Paltz. I am from Long Island. My major is early childhood education. I am very passionate about being able to be positive role model and always putting my all in whatever I am doing. I have had experience in helping children with homework, creative play, bedtime, and other...
Brooke can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
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Tammi L.


Hurley, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Personal Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have provided personal care in home to many challenged adults and children. I have 20+ years of experience in the Human Service Field and in home care. I'm reliable, responsible, trustworthy and caring. I'm CPR certified, First Aid, and CPS.
I have two years of teaching experience for student with intellectual disabilities and autism spectrum disorder. I had to leave my old teaching job due to moving. Many of my students had high behavioral challenges. I was able to create an environment for my students where they all were happy and enjoyed coming into my classroom...
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Megan G.


Highland, NY

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Megan and I am an early career school psychologist. I have worked in day programs, BOCES programs, as well as 12:1+1 through co-taught classes in public schools. I used to do direct support work with students with autism before beginning my full time work at a school district. I have also nannied children for 3...
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Megan M.


New Paltz, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Creative, Kind, And Patient Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello families! My name is Megan and I am a 23-year-old graduate student studying Clinical Mental Health Counseling at SUNY New Paltz. I have 10+ years of experience with children as young as 3 months old. I also have experience with children who have special needs. I am extremely kind and patient and have always had a love for...
Megan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I am very kind, laid back, responsible, and calm in all situations. I care about every patient or family, special needs, I work with and am flexible with my schedule. I do 24 hour emergency calls for anything you may need. When I work for you I treat your family like my family. Thank you so much! I really hope you'll consider me...

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