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Judith S.


Albany, NY

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Availale

5.0

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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:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Judith is my mother. I am writing this review as a testimony of how wonderful she is as a mother and as a grandmother. Judith is a very loving and patient mother who has raised my brother and me. She has multiplied her love to my daughter. Judith has taken care of...

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Drupatti S.


Schenectady, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide

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: Light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"honest reliable and care-giving!! She goes above and beyond to do her job she's very passionate about everything she does very family oriented give her a chance you won't regret"

Sunita S.

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Tanika Y.


Albany, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Friend Til The End!

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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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Nina D.


Schenectady, NY

$25-50/hr20 yrs exp

My Passion Is To Help The Elderly And Or Special Needs, And Attaining Their Self Worth And Dignity.

I am a kind and compassionate person who has many experience in elder care within the medical and home health care setting. My passion is to help the elderly and or special needs population in attaining their self worth and dignity. I've done much individual care for families that need assistance in caring for their loved one,...
Nina can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Gecaunna E.


Troy, NY

$35-50/hr1 yrs exp

I have 3 years of experience with a private nanny agency and also have experience with special needs care & Senior care. For childcare, I can help with Swimming Supervision and Arts Crafts, outdoor/indoor activities, school work etc. I graduated with my Bachelor of Arts and Associates in Science degree. For senior care I can...
Gecaunna can also help with: Respite care, personal care, specialized care, companionship
My name is Melessa and I am a mom of 12-year-old twin boys. I have many years of experience taking care of children, including nannying full time for 2 children (ages 6 and 2). I'm hardworking, reliable, kind, loving, and caring. I have experience with special needs. I have my own transportation and a clean driving record. I'm...
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Asia H.


Albany, NY

$23/hr10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as passionate, out going, and determined. When I care for someone. I treat them how I would want to be treated. I am a hard working person that goes above and beyond. I like caring for seniors because we all may need help one day. I care for people. I am a people person doesn't matter the age. I...
Asia can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, home modification, meal prep, errands
Skills:

CPR

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Amne A.


Watervliet, NY

$22-35/hr1 yrs exp

I used to babysit for a couple of months and I also work as a teacher assistant with children with special needs
Amne can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Gecaunna E.


Troy, NY

$24-30/hr3 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience with a private nanny agency and also have experience with special needs care. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Arts Crafts, outdoor/indoor activities, school work etc. I graduated with my Bachelor of Arts and Associates in Science degree. Currently, I'm pursuing my masters online.
Gecaunna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Nashanti C.


Albany, NY

$25-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hope This Finds You Well

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...
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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Ellen M.


Troy, NY

$15-22/hr5 yrs exp

I have worked for 3 years as a CNA working with children who are special needs and prior to that I have about 2 years of experience taking care of the elderly.
Ellen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

I work as a dsp for 8 years. I love doing what I'm doing I'm pretty good at everything. Giving care. Cleaning. Responsible
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Camryn V.


Albany, NY

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Throughout high school I put in over 180 hours of volunteer work working with anyone ages 4-25 with special needs and teaching them soccer, basketball, and how to ride a bike as well. I'm most comfortable with children with autism and down syndrome, but love anyone and everyone and want to help. I believe helping people is my...
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Raina N.


Albany, NY

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Residential Counselor/PCA. Over 5years Of Experience.

Specialize in assisting individuals in daily activity/living such as but not limited to bathing, cooking, administering medications and long or short trips into the community.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Margaret. I'm 22 years old and love working with all children as it comes naturally to me. To work well with children I believe you need to be present, positive and patient. These are my best qualities! I'm currently pursuing a bachelors in psychology at the University of Albany. I have a lot of expierience...
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

As a nanny, I have 11 yrs experience of child care for infants up through adolescence to early teens. In the past, I have preformed light duties, personal care & was First Aid/CPR certified. I also was experience with special needs children. I enjoy working with infants, toddlers, & elementary school age children. During my...
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Patricia H.


Troy, NY

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

I have worked with TBI patients and children with several handicaps. I feel I would be a good fit as a I am willing to learn new things each day.
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Georgia K.


Schenectady, NY

$16-20/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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Latham, NY

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.

Drupatti S.

5.0

Drupatti is a wonderful dependable health aide. She is trustworthy, and capable of all life saving treatments. She has a lovely personality that makes it easy to work with her. Very upbeat and a pleasure to be in her company.

- Sarah C.

Tanika Y.

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 great communication, monitoring &...

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