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Special needs caregivers in Palmyra, NY

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Renee W.


Palmyra, NY

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

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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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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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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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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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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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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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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: Meal prep, live-in home care, personal care, light cleaning, home modification, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

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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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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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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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...

Lora F.

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Deborah V.


Pittsford, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

(5)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have over 15 years of experience in childcare, teaching & tutoring in both public & private settings. I have over six years of direct experience in education as a teaching assistant in public & private schools. Most recently I was responsible for the care of two children in their home for over 10 years! I recently was a tutor...
Deborah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Admittedly, I just hired Deborah- but after a lengthy phone conversation, I could tell that she was a fit as her experience and diverse background was impressive. As we get to know each other, I am confident she will be putting my kids first. I am the type of...

Jenny L.

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Megan S.


Pittsford, NY

$28-30/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, this seems like a great fit for me! I have experience caring for babies, children, adolescents, and individuals with special needs. I attend Nazareth University for occupational therapy, and I have two years left in Rochester. I do not smoke and would expect the same from the family I work for. My hourly rate is $35, based...
Megan can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Megan cared for our 5 year old son with left-hemiplegia. She was very punctual and attentive to our son. He absolutely ADORES her! We felt 100% comfortable leaving him in her care."

Kim J.

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Audryana A.


Rochester, NY

$20-31/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hard working, dependable, people person, with experience with special needs, that have a lot of love to share on a daily basis.
5.0
"Audryana is top notch! Loving, caring, respectful, and an A plus , stellar reliable caregiver! We are so thankful for her!"

Carey V.

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Ada-osha B.


Webster, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of kids for a while. I helped care for my brother since I was six. I baby-sat for my neighbors children for a year when I was 15 and baby-sat a 4-year-old for over a year when I was 17. I love to keep kids active both mentally and physically. I love house pets, so if you have a pet, I am completely...
Ada-osha can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Osha is fantastic. We had an opening for a short-term nanny in late summer of 2023 and as soon as we met her, we knew that she would be a perfect fit. She is fun, creative, super knowledgeable, and she takes the time to really listen to kids as the people that they...

Mara N.

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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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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Leah P.


Stanley, NY

$16-19/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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Palmyra, NY

Ashley S.

5.0

From day 1, she has been a part of our family. My kids adore her as do I. She understands the relationship a mother has with her kids and she enhances that. If I am having a bad day, she would make sure I get extra hugs from them at the end of the day. She will never hesitate to keep me posted on...

- Michelle P.

Deborah V.

5.0

I have a son with special needs and Deborah is wonderful with him! She spends her time reading to him, creating imaginary play, dancing and involving herself in his interests. She is patient, warm and kind. She is very communicative and understands the need for children to be active. She never...

- Tanya C.

Megan S.

5.0

Megan was great with my kids and they enjoyed their time with her. Even my older son, who she did not watch the day she came, said he would love to have her babysit. She went above and beyond and I will be using her again!

- Care member

Audryana A.

5.0

Audryana is top notch! Loving, caring, respectful, and an A plus , stellar reliable caregiver! We are so thankful for her!

- Carey V.

Ada-osha B.

5.0

Osha is fantastic. We had an opening for a short-term nanny in late summer of 2023 and as soon as we met her, we knew that she would be a perfect fit. She is fun, creative, super knowledgeable, and she takes the time to really listen to kids as the people that they are. Our kids loved her right out...

- Mara N.

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