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Madison M.


Phelps, NY

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! Since I was a young child, I have had experience around individuals with special needs. My aunts all dedicated their work to caring for individuals with special needs and I got the opportunity to meet and bond with some of these individuals. One individual in particular regularly attended family events and became part of the...
I am a pediatric occupational therapist. I am looking to babysit on Saturdays. I am also available the week of spring break 3/5-3/8. I have over 8 years of experience and am experienced with children who have special needs. I have worked with children of all ages. I am a very creative person and love to make up new games.
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Briana H.


Newark, NY

$15-20/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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, home modification, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Lillian C.


Geneva, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Care Professional

I work with adults with disability. I assist them with their daily living. assist with laundry and cooking and administer medicine to them. I have references of needed.
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Mercedes L.


Newark, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Mercedes! I love working with children! I have worked with all ages, toddler to teen! I was a youth advocate and a 1:1 aide for children with behaviors and special needs! I am patient, caring, and kind! If that's not enough I am educated and enjoy educating the youth! I am grateful for you considering me as a caregiver...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Corinne S.


Waterloo, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A CNA

I have been a CNA for 10 years now. I've worked with elderly, special needs, Dementia, hospice etc. Please feel free to reach out with any questions!
Corinne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, home modification, dementia & more
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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Crystal S.


Geneva, NY

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

Energetic Sitter, Patient Tutor , And Reliable Housekeeper

Hired by 1 family 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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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."

Danielle 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
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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Makayla W.


Seneca Falls, NY

$13-18/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! I'm a very positive and enthusiastic college student. I love working with kiddos and will always be there to bring a smile on your young ones' faces! I'm going to college to become a music therapist with a focus in developmental disabilities. I have been a gymnastics coach since December 2016 working with kids of all ages...
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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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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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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

First Aid

CPR

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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Lisa S.


Gorham, NY

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

57 Yr Old Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My name is Lisa and I am a 57 yr old nanny and I have been in the childcare field for over 10 years. It has been my greatest joy to enter into and become a part of so many families. Caring for children is a special position to be in and I have put my all into each and every one. I have bonded with and gotten to know them in a...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lisa is AMAZING!!!! Our family is so sad to leave the opportunity of working with her due to relocation. Lisa has a special way with children and she puts her heart and soul into everything she does. Lisa worked for us for 2 years and has gone above and beyond...

Kayla P.

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Teresa J.


Romulus, NY

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Have 4 years experience with special needs children and adults. I was a certified nursing assistant for 2 years and a med technician in an adult living center for 2 years spent a lot of time learning about dementia and at that time I started home care for children and adults and have been doing this ever sense! I truly enjoy...
Teresa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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Kaley S.


Canandaigua, NY

$15-20/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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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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Jaime S.


Farmington, NY

$10-25/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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Kayla R.


Macedon, NY

$17-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a college sophomore at the University of Colorado Boulder & I've been babysitting since I was 13. I have completed my red cross training. I adore working with children and have lots of experience working with special needs children.
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Phelps, NY

Crystal S.

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.

- Danielle 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.

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.

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.

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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