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Ashley T.


Lansing, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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I have been working with children for about 10 years now! I am currently enrolled in college to become an elementary school teacher. I have worked with children and adults with special needs. I have experience with caring for triplets. I worked for a daycare for 2 years! I love children and can't wait to become a teacher!
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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Katelyn A.


Trumansburg, NY

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

Fun, Outdoorsy Babysitter Available For Summer!

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Greetings! I am seeking new families to provide part-time or occasional care for during summers, college breaks, weekends, whatever you need. I am currently taking a class which will be done on 4/11/20. I have experience with children of all ages, including children with special needs. I have worked as a counselor in training at...
Katelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Our son liked Katelyn right away, and often asks us to "do it like Katelyn does it" for various little tricks she has for getting him dressed. She is good at communicating, and asked for check-ins when needed. She was always on time, if not early, and was willing...

Cheryl D.

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Maria S.


Trumansburg, NY

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs individuals for over 5 years starting as a Direct Support Professional working for OPWDD and then working in an integrated preschool for children with special needs as well as working with a teenager with autism as a Community Support Professional at the Racker Centers in Ithaca, NY. I have some...
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Emily S.


Newfield, NY

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hi, My name is Emily and I saw the ad you posted and I am very interested. I currently nanny for a family of three part time in the evenings. I have been with them for about 3 years now. I also have spend time nannying for them on an overnight basis so I have experience with that as well. I love spending time outdoors and well...
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Stacie P.


Ithaca, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Loving Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I left the corporate world in 2010 to begin working as a nanny. First I worked for a friend, then did it for a living. I love kids and have found that being an influence in a child's life is far more fulfilling than my work as an executive assistant. I've worked with kids with special needs (both physical and emotional), and...
Stacie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Stacie watched our little one from when he was only 2 months old until he was almost 12 months old. Stacie is absolutely amazing. She communicates constantly, genuinely loves little children. She gets him babbling, and eating, and sleeping, and playing. She goes...

Jacob S.

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Exley B.


Ithaca, NY

$10-15/hr

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I lived in Ethiopia for 7 months in 2015 and 2016 working with one child with autism. I loved it. We worked together one-on one every day. We worked on preschool activities and entry level life skills. It was one of the best experiences of my life. I love working with kids of all ages and all backgrounds and this is just one...
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Meredith B.


Ithaca, NY

$20-50/hr6 yrs exp

Fun And Responsible Sitter

Hello! I am a senior at Ithaca College studying writing and history currently living in the area. I am responsible, energetic, a safe driver, and have a passion for helping kids explore and understand the world around them. I also have experience caring for children with special needs, both years of professional and caring for...
Meredith can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
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Teresa J.


Romulus, NY

$13-18/hr3 yrs exp

My Experience

When I graduated high school in 2014 I started working at ARC of Seneca Cayuga I worked there for roughly 3 years at the adult dayhab. I worked at their summer camp that they have for children with special needs. I absolutely enjoyed this job, we were always doing activities and focusing on daily living skills as well. I left...
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Sarah K.


Ithaca, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Former SPED Teach Seeking Part Time Nannying

Hello there! My name is Sarah. I have lived in Ithaca area for 7 years and have been lucky to work and grow in various different roles within schools and nonprofits in the community. I have my NYS teaching license for Special & Elementary education grades 1-6. I worked as a licensed teacher for 3 years at TST BOCES and Spencer...
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Neesa H.


Ithaca, NY

$19-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Neesa and I am new to Care. com. I'm a patient and creative caregiver with three years of experience. I have experience caring for special needs children. My passion is to support families and make a positive difference in the lives of children. I believe in open communication with parents and will provide...
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Gizem O.


Ithaca, NY

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter/Pet Sitter Near You!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Gizem and I am currently a college student at Cornell University. I have experience in both Babysitting and Pet sitting. I have 7 years of professional baby sitting and experience with working with children from ages 3 and up. I also have experience with caring for children with special needs. I can also help with...
Gizem can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Abbie S.


Newfield, NY

$12-17/hr6 yrs exp

About Me:

Patience. Those who provide home care to others need to be patient. Compassion. When someone has compassion for another they have an understanding of what the person is going through. Attentiveness. Dependability. Trustworthiness.
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Cassidy M.


Brooktondale, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Athletic And Energetic Sitter

Working with children from ages 8 months to 16 years old for the past 10 years has been an absolutely amazing experience. I love being around children, playing games and providing care to them. I have dealt with triplets, special needs children, children with allergies and children that are very spunky. With all of my skills and...
Cassidy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

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Jason G.


Ithaca, NY

$30-44/hr10 yrs exp

Many Kids Can Use A Male Role Model. I'm A Happy Fun And Thoughtful One!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've worked many summer camps, was an aide to special needs kids, and have been a substitute teacher in the ICSD for over 11 years. I'm fun, love learning and sharing knowledge, and put kindness as the highest priority!
Jason can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Rylyn S.


Ithaca, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hey there! My name is Rylyn and I'm a recent Ithaca graduate in Ithaca for the summer. I have ample nanny and Babysitting experience. I am vaccinated, Red Cross CPR and First Aid certified and I have experience with special needs children and a child with severe allergies. I have my own transportation. Hope to hear from you...
Rylyn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Exley B.


Ithaca, NY

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Exley! I am currently working as a substitute teacher for ICSD and a part-time nanny providing after school care 2 days a week. I am an online graduate student at Binghamton University working towards my MSW. I'm the oldest of 7 children, so I've been babysitting and caring for children from a very young age. I love...
Exley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Tess L.


Ithaca, NY

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Neurodivergent Mentor & Coach

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am an adult with ADHD and OCD and I struggle with sensory integration. I have spent years working with children and adolescents with neurodivergent conditions to work through their challenges and begin to thrive. I offer care, mentorship, and guidance in navigating life as a neurodivergent/special needs individual....
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Lisa G.


Moravia, NY

$20-45/hr9 yrs exp

Private Duty Home Health\ Companion

I'm a CNA experienced working with specials needs or the elderly.. I have experience with bipolar, autism and ADHD along with dementia, strokes, and much more. I also come from personal experience with having a special needs son and grandson. I worked in agencies as well as privately. I have been doing home care for 30 years...
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Teresa J.


Romulus, NY

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Have 4 years experience with special needs children and adults. I was a certified nursing assistant for 2 years and a med technician in an adult living center for 2 years spent a lot of time learning about dementia and at that time I started home care for children and adults and have been doing this ever sense! I truly enjoy...
Teresa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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