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Special needs caregivers in Lyons, NY

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Chelsea D.


Lyons, NY

$16-30/hr6 yrs exp

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I worked for Ontario ARC as a skills instructor and med tech, and also at Hillside Children's Center as a Youth care professional.
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Briana H.


Newark, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Babysitter

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have many years experience watching young children, starting when I was at the age of 11. Now, I am a certified teacher and have taught 5th grade for 9 years! I have experience working with children with special needs in both the school and babysitting atmosphere. I currently have a very active 5-year-old daughter, spirited...
Briana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Karen B.


Sodus, NY

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

1 year paid experience with developmentally disabled and 8 years volunteer experience. 15 years foster parent experience with lots of early intervention. 11 years behavior support for teens with behavioral and mental health concerns.
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Robin P.


Clyde, NY

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Long Time Caregiver Available To Assist Part Time.

Recently moved to Wayne county from Washington state. Many years of senior care in long term care and private settings. Special interest in mental health, dementia, alzheimers, and downs syndrome.
Good (morning, afternoon, or evening)! My name is Paige. I have worked in the medical field for almost 12 years. Within that time period I have worked for the State of New York working with people with developmental and physical disabilities for 8 years, home health care for over 5 years, as well as several medical clinics over...
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Ashley S.


Ontario, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Family Child Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have nearly 19 years of experience Caring for all types of children! They are all different and their needs are all different too! I am CPR and 1st aid certified. Background checks are ok! I have 6 children of my own, 2 of which are special needs! I enjoy changing things up and taking the the kids to the parks and local...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My daughter loves Ashley. My girl has struggled with other sitters because they didn't understand her special needs but she immediately felt comfortable with Ashley. Ashley is an optimistic, caring and patient person who is always willing to go out of her way to...

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Leah P.


Stanley, NY

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Leah and I would love to work with your child. I worked in a 12:1:1 classroom for a school year, and that's where I decided I wanted to become a lead teacher. The student I worked with was non-verbal and autistic. I learned how to use an AAC device to communicate with him, and I got a lot of training on...
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Crystal S.


Geneva, NY

$16/hr3 yrs exp

Energetic Sitter, Patient Tutor , And Reliable Housekeeper

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have had about 6 years of babysitting children ranging from 1-year-olds to 9-year-olds. I also babysit my special needs cousin. Most recently , I tutored a high school freshmen in math where she and I built a genuine relationship. I recently nannied an 18-month-old for my professor who was Brazilian. I enjoyed learning about...
Crystal can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Crystal to watch our 2 boys. Excellent response time and communication. Very easy to work with and kids had fun with her."

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Terri S.


Waterloo, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I worked in Special Education as a tutor and teacher with emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenged children and young adults for 25 years. Today, I continue to substitute teach in schools near me. During that time, I began working with and continue today, helping the elderly and disabled in their homes. Working as a...
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Maxine B.


Macedon, NY

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hi there! I am a current teacher's aide at Mary Cariola Center. My experience is mostly with preschoolers with complex needs, but I also have experience with adults with ASD and down syndrome!
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Donna R.


Ontario, NY

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Smile Maker

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Repositioning. I have worked with families with adult children who have Down Syndrome for the past 5years with supporting them in the community and at their jobs as well as at home. I would love to work with your love one either at home or in the...
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Kathryn T.


Ontario, NY

$23-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Throughout the last 13 years, I have worked with individuals age 4-28 years old with various disabilities in multiple settings including daycare's, nannying, preschools, group homes, general education classrooms, OPWDD assessments, and special education classrooms. I am especially familiar with Autism and have some familiarity...
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Ann H.


Manchester, NY

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Love What I Do!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children of all ages and in large group settings as well as being a Nanny during my late teen years. I have worked with special need children and can provide community or respite through Heritage. I believe in spending time with the children I care for, in encouraging learning/reading, arts and crafts, and...
Ann can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jaime S.


Farmington, NY

$16-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

For 20 years, I worked in the restaurant business. I decided it was time for a career change. I am currently employed at a local school district. I work with Special Needs students that range from the Autism Spectrum to basic learning disabilities. If your looking for a honest, caring, reliable, punctual and hardworking...
Jaime can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Renee W.


Palmyra, NY

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a caregiver, I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. With 10 years of experience, I am skilled at caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My calm and patient demeanor creates a safe and nurturing environment for children to thrive. I enjoy playing a variety of games with...
Renee can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Karley P.


Ontario, NY

$19-29/hr10 yrs exp

I am 29 years old with 5 years of home health aide experience, 1 year of CNA licensing, and I also work with special needs students at a school district.'
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Renee W.


Palmyra, NY

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

I am CPR certified, a nationally certified EMT, and I have been a medic in the Air National Guard for the past six years. I was a CNA that worked with dementia patients, patients on hospice, and patients with behavioral issues from 2016 to 2019. Most recently I have worked as an ER tech while pursuing my prerequisites to be able...
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Kelsey T.


Geneva, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver

1.0

(1)

I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 13 years old. My experience includes nannying three boys (twins and a younger brother) for 7 summers, babysitting a brother and sister with special needs, as well as babysitting children from ages newborn to 13 years old. I have also been a camp counselor/group leader for children's...
Kelsey can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Denise R.


Shortsville, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Your Loved One….

I started many years ago with ARC and moved to senior care. I'm a plethora of experience and what I don't know, I'm happy learn. I just love helping people. I love what I do.
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Megan B.


Clifton Springs, NY

$14-25/hr

Patient Mature Young Woman Ready To Help!

I'd describe my personality as caring patient mature I like caring for seniors because they have lived a long life and are full experience and should not have to sacrifice there basic needs of living just because they are older everyone deserves basic human rights I'm looking for a job that allows me to help someone in need...
Megan can also help with: Errands, meal prep, live-in home care, home modification, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

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