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Leah P.


Stanley, NY

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

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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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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, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
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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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Stephanie R.


Rochester, NY

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

3.7

(15)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have a associates degree from MCC in Human Services. I have experience taking care of children and adults with special needs. I am CPR and first aid trained.
5.0
"I I have worked with Stephanie for three years. I have had her as a short term caregiver for when I come to Rochester over the holidays. Stephanie has been extremely dependable and punctual. She has demonstrated flexibility with my scheduling needs. I am a...

Ellen R.

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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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Rachel G.


Webster, NY

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Entertaining Babysitter/Nanny That Is Comfortable With Even The Most Active Kids!

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as outgoing , very friendly, having a lot of patience and especially caring! I like working with kids because every Kid is different. I learn something new when caring for them ! kids are brilliant in their own unique ways ! I'm looking for a job that I can help parents with fitting their schedule...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel babysat our 16-month-old and we couldn’t be happier! She arrived on time and has such a warm presence that our baby boy took to her immediately. She definitely has the experience and personality we want in a sitter. We look forward to hiring Rachel again! "

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Grace D.


Canandaigua, NY

$14-50/hr7 yrs exp

About Mr

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, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & 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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Irene V.


Rochester, NY

$30-40/hr15 yrs exp

Experienced & Loving Super-Nanny (15+yrs)

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Specializing in Early Childhood Development working as a professional nanny with over 15yrs experience assisting children with their social, physical, mental & emotional needs for a stable start! Available for both one-time and recurring childcare needs, supporting parents help their toddlers get ready for school and more with a...
Irene can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Oh man is she ever awesome. Would have kept her on full time but scheduling didn't mutually work out. She comes prepared with activities, patience, dedication, and kindness. I seriously cannot recommend her enough."

Phil D.

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Dawn H.


Henrietta, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Responsible, Experienced, Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Working with children has always brought me great joy and fulfilment throughout my life. I have experience working with multiple children from newborn to school age. I have worked over 15 years with special needs children who have both physical and cognitive delays and spent many summers working in a daycare center. I am a...
Dawn can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Dawn is our neighbor’s girls’ nanny! She was one of the first people I met on the street when we moved here a couple years ago. She is outgoing and friendly and doesn’t shy away from roll modeling friendly, outgoing, neighborly behavior - the kids in her care have...

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Elisha T.


Pittsford, NY

$11-20/hr2 yrs exp

I love children. I currently work at the local School District. I have 2+ years of experience with Sitting. I am willing to take care of any special needs.
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Rachel C.


Fairport, NY

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I have three children of my own. I also have two years experience working with children with special needs in addition to my own son who is on the autism spectrum.
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Madi H.


Webster, NY

$15-20/hr

Special needs caregiver

Hi! My name is Madi. I've always been interested in caring for others and have a passion for equality and inclusion.
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Kayla M.


Fairport, NY

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Kayla. I have two years experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I had an internship in Early Intervention, working with children ages 0-4 that had special needs. Post graduation I worked in ABA therapy, working with children on the autism spectrum. I now work as a Care...
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Megan R.


Webster, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare/Special Needs Childcare

-B. S. Human Services -FL Certified Teacher Special Education K-12; General Education PreK-3 -Experience caring for multiple siblings, including families with special needs children -Capable and comfortable utilizing all medical equipment including (not limited to): pulse-ox, cpap, nebulizer, and transfer equipment -tube...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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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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Kelsey T.


Geneva, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver

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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hi, I'm Mia! I'm passionate about helping individuals with special needs thrive in their daily lives. I have experience supporting people with diverse and unique needs, and I approach providing support with patience, empathy, and a strengths-based mindset. My goal is to create an encouraging environment where individuals feel...
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Christine P.


Rochester, NY

$19-23/hr1 yrs exp

Natural Caregiver

Last year I was able to work one on one with a teenage boy with C. P. I changed him, practiced occupational therapy, arts and crafts, put him in his stander, and worked on communicating with his eye glazer. ( A machine that they use with there eyse to form words to be able to communicate with others due to the fact that he...
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Alison R.


Rochester, NY

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Nanny/Tutor With Experience With Kid With Special Needs

I have just over 10 years of babysitting experience with kids of all ages as well as over 10 years of experience with people with disabilities including autism, down syndrome, mood and behavioral disorders, ADD/ADHD, PTSD, eating disorders, and a few others. My most recent experience has been in an Early Intervention classroom...
Alison can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I have volunteered at heritage Christian Home and have had experience in care taking within my family. I would love an opportunity where I can take the skills that I have learned into the work place.
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Tarrah H.


Rochester, NY

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Looking Forward To Taking Care Of You Or Your Love One!

Hello my name is Tarrah and being a care taker is my passion. My mission is to give the best absolute care and support to you or your loved one. I have over 15+ years in experience providing direct care assistance and support to all age groups. I have a wide range ongoing experience in working with individuals with dementia,...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Palmyra, NY

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.

Stephanie R.

5.0

Stephanie was so sweet and I highly recommend! She came early and was very professional! I needed a last minute babysitter a few hours before my event and she reached out and saved the day! It was a later shift and she did great! Thank you so much!

- Natalia L.

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.

Rachel G.

5.0

Rachel watched our 2 younger sons on a Saturday night and they had a blast! She was respectful of our wishes, timely, and communicated well.

- Nathaniel B.

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.

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