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Ann H.


Manchester, NY

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Love What I Do!

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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Grace D.


Canandaigua, NY

$16-50/hr7 yrs exp

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5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have seven years of babysitting experience from ages newborn to 13. I have medical experience and am comfortable caring for children with special needs.
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Grace did a wonderful job caring for our 2.5 month old baby for the day. Would certainly recommend and hire again!"

Angelina W.

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Calya P.


Canandaigua, NY

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Music & Nature Loving Nanny/ Caretaker

I have been a caretaker in various forms throughout my life . Working as a teachers aide in special needs classrooms, nannying and currently as a mother of a 3. 5-year-old. I have completed a certificate in Herbal Medicine at Heart stone herbal school, and worked for SPRINGBROOK developmental disability services as a community...
Calya can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She has patience & has a positive outlook on life. She is fun, creative & thoughtful about those individual in her care. If she moved back to our area, I would definitely rehire her! She worked with my daughter who has a disability."

Kathy S.

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Briana H.


Newark, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Babysitter

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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Bridget H.


Canandaigua, NY

$18/hr7 yrs exp

Full Time Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My names Bridget and I'm a 21 y/o college student living in Farmington NY. I have been working with kids on and off for 9 years and have experience with special needs and extremely high energy children. I'm passionate, bubbly, and reliable with a wonderful tract record with parents and children I have formally worked for....
Bridget can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She is the best babysitter ever! Bridget watched my 5-year-old son after school for several months, and has babysat for us on weekends going back about four years. She is super dependable and has a fantastic dynamic with children. My son loves her and usually...

Lea N.

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Holly A.


Canandaigua, NY

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

I worked as a TSS for over 8 yrs. I helped with anger management, listening skills, helped parents learn different approaches to communicating and discipline. I worked on building the child's trust along with the family. Many of my clients were on the spectrum. I also have experience working with adults who had disabilities in a...
5.0
"Holly is an extremely good worker. She was very professional with her families she provided services too. Holly is very dependable and caring. She is very knowledgeable with working with children with special needs. You will be happy with her services. "

Suzanne M.

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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: Personal care, light cleaning, live-in home care, home modification, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Kaley S.


Canandaigua, NY

$16-20/hr6 yrs exp

Personal Home Care Assistant With Experience In Special Education

I currently work for Newark education center as a teachers aide assisting students with disabilities. Also as an in home aide for a young man assisting him with daily tasks.
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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: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Brianna T.


Macedon, NY

$16-20/hr4 yrs exp

Mom with Experience with Special Needs

If there is anything in this world I know, it is patience with a frustrated special needs child. I have a 7-year-old who has mild cerebral palsy and many different limitations. We need to use simple techniques to get through to them. Playtime is the best time to work all these fine motor skills. I do not have a degree but I feel...
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Laurie G.


Farmington, NY

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available/flexible With Hours

Hi my name is Laurie. I have experience working with the brain injury population as well as all areas of disabilities including mental health. I have my own private duty business called Finger lakes Home care coordinator and a DBA listed in Ontario co. for that business. I have over 20 years experience in homecare and case...
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Michelle L.


Farmington, NY

$16/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

My name is Michelle, and I am a home-schooling mom of 5 kids ages 17, 15, 15, 13, and 6. I have a lot of experience with children including babysitting for friends, working in the nursery at our church and at our home school co-op. This has included some experiences with children with special needs such as ADHD and Asperger's...
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Terri U.


Victor, NY

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

I Understand.I Have A Son With Autism

Hello! I have a son with developmental disabilities/autism. I know how difficult it can be to find a reliable, experienced person to provide care and support for a loved one. I consider myself , honest reliable, kind, caring and supportive. I am an active, mother of 3 children, I have 2 dogs and a cat... I absolutely being...
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Heather P.


Canandaigua, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

I am a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist and I LOVE to play with a purpose!! I have 10+ years working around ARC Ontario as the Respite Supervisor and for Community Habilitation.
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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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Kaley S.


Canandaigua, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have 13+ years of working with kids. I have worked at Midlakes Education Center as a Teaching Assistant, providing help to kids on the autism spectrum. I have been certified as a Teaching Assistant for over 6 years. Previous to that I worked as a Teachers Aide with children who have special needs. Part time I provided home...
Kaley can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Monica A.


Palmyra, NY

$22-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have several years of experience working with adults with IDD. I am currently an Employment Specialist and I provide supports to individuals to help them obtain and/or maintain employment. I have been providing Employment Services for about 2 years between a couple different agencies. I also have experience as a DSP (Direct...
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Jaime S.


Farmington, NY

$16/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available

I am employed at the Canandaigua Middle School. I work as a 2 on 1 Aide with 7th grade special needs students. I find this type of work rewarding because I enjoy seeing the progress and accomplishments that the students make. I remind the kids that they can do anything they set their mind to.
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Rachel R.


Victor, NY

$20-26/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As an occupational therapy graduate student, I am passionate about helping others in any way I can! I currently work as an EMT so am confident in transfers, giving medications, and helping older populations. I also have experience working for the ARC and am happy to provide services for your loved one with special needs. I have...
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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Manchester, NY

Grace D.

5.0

Grace did a wonderful job caring for our 2.5 month old baby for the day. Would certainly recommend and hire again!

- Angelina W.

Calya P.

5.0

She has patience & has a positive outlook on life. She is fun, creative & thoughtful about those individual in her care. If she moved back to our area, I would definitely rehire her! She worked with my daughter who has a disability.

- Kathy S.

Bridget H.

5.0

She is the best babysitter ever! Bridget watched my 5-year-old son after school for several months, and has babysat for us on weekends going back about four years. She is super dependable and has a fantastic dynamic with children. My son loves her and usually gets giddy when I tell him she's...

- Lea N.

Holly A.

5.0

Holly is an extremely good worker. She was very professional with her families she provided services too. Holly is very dependable and caring. She is very knowledgeable with working with children with special needs. You will be happy with her services.

- Suzanne M.

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