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Melinda M.


North Collins, NY

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Melinda but you can call me Mindy. I have about 10 years experience with babysitting for friends and family. I also have about 7 years experience with elderly and special needs. Also a lifetime of pets and chores around the house. I am very outgoing and caring. I will put your loved ones and their specific...
Melinda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Melinda M.


North Collins, NY

$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Melinda but you can call me Mindy. I have about 10 years experience with babysitting for friends and family. I also have about 7 years experience with elderly and special needs. Also a lifetime of pets and chores around the house. I am very outgoing and caring. I will put your loved ones and their specific...
Melinda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, dementia, errands
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Danielle T.


Eden, NY

$16-18/hr • 8 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 8+ years of babysitting experience from newborn up to teen age. I can help with schoolwork, errands, carpooling, light house keeping, and I am CPR certified. I was a college athlete so I also love to play sports and work with active children. I am graduating in May with my masters in occupational therapy, so I have some...
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Dani was kind, punctual and great with our boys. Will hire again. "

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Theresa L.


Hamburg, NY

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Theresa. I have a college degree in Early Childhood Education, and I've been working in the field for over 20 years. I've worked with children of various ages-newborn to teenagers. I have 10+ years of experience with infants. I currently work for a school district with middle school students. My current...
Theresa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Theresa was WONDERFUL! We hired her to watch my two kiddos, 3 and 5 years old, while my husband and I went to my brother's rehearsal dinner and wedding. After the first night, my kids couldn't wait for her to come back! She was communicative and responsive on...

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Mandy T.


Angola, NY

$19-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello

Hello my name is Mandy! I am CPR/AED CERTIFIED as well as being DSP DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL CERTIFIED. My heart loves working with teens, adults that have special needs.
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Jennifer H.


Hamburg, NY

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi, I am a certified special education teacher. I am also a mother of two loving children. I have been in the field for over 10 years. I am currently seeking a part time position or per diem.
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Crystal D.


Derby, NY

$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Qualified

I have worked in direct care for the past 20 years. I am certified in CPR and SCIP. I have administered medications for 20 years. I assist individuals with developmental disabilities with completing all of their daily tasks. I have worked with fully independent to fully dependent. I have also babysat for many years and have 4...
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Karli B.


Hamburg, NY

$16/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs

I have extensive experience with special needs individuals of multiple ages and acuity levels. I worked with my church in the children's ministry providing assistance for any special needs children who participate. We had three who attended on a regular basis. I currently work with Erie Homes for Children and adults for in...
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Caitlin J.


Angola, NY

$16/hr • 4 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi I'm Caitlin, I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation, if needed! I would like to mention that I am a full-time college student so the school year may be a bit tight but over the summer and winter breaks I can really work anytime. Some other things to know about me is that I'm in...
Caitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Lynette M.


Lake View, NY

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Energetic, Compassionate And Caring! Have Cared For Children 40+ Years, Various Ages

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a young-at-heart retired flight attendant who wants to be of service to others. My lengthy career enabled me to immerse myself in various cultures, and travel the world. The job required a plethora of energy, patience, and compassion. I am reliable, punctual and possess excellent communication skills. I'm trained in CPR,...
Lynette can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Kristina M.


Hamburg, NY

$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello I go by Tia and have been a nurse since 2017. I was also a special needs nanny for a short period of time in 2015. I have a lot of experience caring for people in general but also have a lot of experience with caring for people based on the individuals level of personal needs. I Spent a few years working in assisted living...
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Tonya L.


Hamburg, NY

$18-33/hr • 4 yrs exp

Physical Therapist Assistant With Educational Background

~currently working full time. availabile per diem.~ I have 4 years of experience with various disabilities. I am a certified physical therapy assistant who has transitioned to community habilitation for developmental disabilities. I am able to provide any level of physical assistance, and assist with ADLs. I am willing to learn...
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Lynette M.


Lake View, NY

$26-32/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi, I am currently working part-time in Community Habilitation as a Life Skills trainer. I work one-on-one both in the community and the individual's home. I was trained, background checked, and finger-printed by two different agencies, as well as completing the trainings. I offer gentle motivation and encouragement, and...
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Amanda M.


Angola, NY

$20-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Im a mother of 3, one with special needs. I recently moved to the area and am excited to explore! I am a BIG crafter and love music! I have 10 years of experience. I can help with schooling, light house work, travel and swimming supervision. I know its not easy trusting people with your children but I promise to treat them as my...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Alicia S.


Buffalo, NY

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special needs

I have been a care giver for over 10 years I have had many types of patients/ residents I have cared for and have provided a variety of help. I can also help them with there PT/ OT program if they have one. I am looking for something not to far away in the morning or overnight hours. I am a very caring and compassionate...
5.0
"Alicia was so caring to my loved one. She was always on time and reliable. I would hire her again. Always willing to work at last minute "

Care member

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Jessica G.


Buffalo, NY

$13-22/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello parents! My name is Jessica. I have several years experince working with children who have disabilities. I have worked with kids with autism, ADHD, ADD, etc. I love doing fun activities with kids like arts & crafts, swimming, coloring, playing games, playing outside, watching movies(Disney is my favorite!), etc. I can also...
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Tira H.


Buffalo, NY

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Professional CNA/ Caregiver/ Basic Life Coach

3.7

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Professional Patient Care Technician/ Certified Nurse Assistant/ Phlebotomist/ Companion/ Child and Adult Caregiver. My name is Lyntira. I'm a 38 y. o. female. I've been assisting individuals for over 20 years with day to day living activities. I simply am a people pleaser and love and enjoy helping learn and grow at every stage...
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Joanne P.


Orchard Park, NY

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been watching children since I was a teenager. I am not currently working. I previously worked for Smarty Pants Childcare as an infant/toddler teacher, and for Edukids as both an infant caregiver and a toddler teacher; as well as for 2 different families, each with 4 children, ranging in age from newborn to teenager. I...
Joanne can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Joanne and I have been best friends since we went to middle school together. We've worked together on occasion and it's always a joy. She is totally trustworthy and dependable. She's my son's babysitter, and not only that, she's his godmother. She's a hard worker,...

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Lindsey B.


Buffalo, NY

$16-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Lindsey (24) and I just moved back to Buffalo after spending the past 2 years in Denver, Colorado where I worked as a behavior therapist/direct care specialist for adults and kids with special needs. I worked with many families through care. com during my time there and would love to continue. My schedule is currently...
Lindsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"We had a great experience with Lindsey, who came to babysit our three-year-old son. She was right on time, asked great questions, and was really supportive of the little one. He said that he felt safe with her and had a good time. We're excited to work with her...

Timothy L.

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Sandra H.


Orchard Park, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Of Fun And Loves A Routine

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since my teen years. Had a special needs son who has since passed away. I spent a lot of my year caring for him as he was 100% dependent on me for his care and my two daughters. I have worked as a medical ast in a doctors office for a couple years and as a school aide for over 4 years. There was a gap of...
Sandra can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"The only reason I didn't check all Sandra's boxes was because I didn't meet her due to my own decision to not use services until my baby is older. Sandra was quick to respond, shared all background and spoke politely."

Kelly C.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in North Collins, NY

Danielle T.

5.0

Dani was kind, punctual and great with our boys. Will hire again.

- Care member

Theresa L.

5.0

Theresa was WONDERFUL! We hired her to watch my two kiddos, 3 and 5 years old, while my husband and I went to my brother's rehearsal dinner and wedding. After the first night, my kids couldn't wait for her to come back! She was communicative and responsive on the app, and fun and engaging with...

- Care member

Alicia S.

5.0

Alicia was so caring to my loved one. She was always on time and reliable. I would hire her again. Always willing to work at last minute

- Care member

Joanne P.

5.0

Joanne and I have been best friends since we went to middle school together. We've worked together on occasion and it's always a joy. She is totally trustworthy and dependable. She's my son's babysitter, and not only that, she's his godmother. She's a hard worker, honest, and punctual. You wouldn't...

- Heather L.

Lindsey B.

5.0

We had a great experience with Lindsey, who came to babysit our three-year-old son. She was right on time, asked great questions, and was really supportive of the little one. He said that he felt safe with her and had a good time. We're excited to work with her again!

- Timothy L.

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