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Allysa G.


Amsterdam, NY

$20-26/hr

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I have worked in daycare and hospital settings with people that have special needs. Anything I am not aware of how to do I am more than willing to learn! I am a certified patient care assistant through a hospital, I've also done about 3 years of cna work
Hi! My name is Georgia, I started working with kids when I was 19. My first age group I worked with was ages 5-7. I worked in a behavior/special needs school for a year and a half. I also have daycare experience working with infants, toddlers and preschool. I am very patient, nurturing and a natural with kids.
Georgia can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Erin A.


Glens Falls, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/speech And Social Emotional Development Support Provider

I am an experienced, calm and nurturing provider who supports each child with individualized care and attention. Teaching and caring for children has been a life-long passion of mine that I have been lucky enough to pursue. I enjoy getting to know each child and providing them with individualized care and support. My experience...
New to NY! For the last 10 years I managed 6 homes in FL. My former clients have Down syndrome, chronic renal failure and teen autism.
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Amanda F.


Ballston Spa, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Personal Care Aid Available Full Time.

I provide outstanding, honest, loyal, trusting, dependable care for the elderly. I've been a certified aid for 19 years. I have experience with end of life care, alzheimers dementia, and much more.
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Sandra N.


Saratoga Springs, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

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I've been care giving for over 32 years. I've worked with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, heart disorders, cancer, MS, dementia, frontal lobe dementia, physical disabilities, special needs, incontinence and ambulatory issues. I will do various duties including pet care. I am a compassionate and very honest person. I have mainly worked...
Sandra can also help with: Errands, home modification, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Nadaysha B.


Amsterdam, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver / Direct Support Professional

I have experience with special needs care. I love what I do and helping people also have experience with old people.
Hi! I'm Lianne and I've worked in the childcare field for 15 years, and am currently a teacher for children with special needs. I look forward to hearing from you and answering any questions you may have. I have plenty of references upon request. :)
Lianne can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Audrey C.


Glens Falls, NY

$16/hr10 yrs exp

LPN

Pediatric Respiratory nursing!, Teach care, Nebulizer treatment, gtube feedings and care,, O2, cpap, bipap . Medication administration, Adls, etc.
Hi name is Sherrie D. I am mom to a 22-year-old Autistic young man. I am confident and capable of working with individuals with OCD, ADHD, and Cognitive and Developmental delays. I am also a PCA
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Margaret L.


Galway, NY

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Child Care

I'm a retired registered nurse looking for part-time work. My experience has been with people with special needs for 30+ yrs. I am open to senior care, babies , older children, those with special needs or pets. I am familiar with the concerns of those needing care including medical concerns, medication management, mobility and...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have many years of childcare, senior, special needs and children's mental health care experience. I love working with seniors and helping them with their activities of daily living, getting to know them and their families, and helping them to feel as independent as possible. I enjoy learning the games and activities they love...
Taylor can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Nicole A.


Hadley, NY

$17-30/hr5 yrs exp

I have take care of medically frail individuals and special needs . Worked with dementia and Alzheimer's . CPR certified. I love taking care of people and helping people. Enjoy spending time with individual taking them out to going shopping. Enjoy cooking . I am a Very reliable person and trust worthy.
Nicole can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

I have experience not only baby sitting neighborhood kids when I was a teenager, but I'm also a mom myself now. I have a 17yr old son, and a 13yr old son. My 13yr old has special needs, he is virally impaired and on the autism spectrum. I also work at an elementary school as a special education aide and I absolutely love it. I...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Allison G.


Saratoga Springs, NY

$16-25/hr6 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I am special education teacher in an autism classroom. I have also worked as a direct support professional (DSP) in a residential home for both children and adults and as a respite worker for children and adults.
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Rachel A.


Glens Falls, NY

$16-50/hr5 yrs exp

My Name Is Rachel And I Am A Soon To Be 20 Year Old Female. I Live In Glens Falls NY.

I'd describe my personality as caring, organized, reliable. I like caring for people with special needs because I love helping people and making a direct impact in their lives. Everyone deserves to be treated equally! I started caring for people with special needs when I started working at CWI in November of 2023. I grew up...
Hi! I am an experienced teacher who has reared 5 wonderful children. Our youngest just went to college in CA and I stepped down from classroom instruction. During my college years near Chicago, I worked with educably and physically handicapped students from the inner city each Sunday. I have patience and love to help people....

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Hi, I love spending time with kids and I always make sure they have a great time with me as well! I've been coaching gymnastics for eight years now so I have plenty of experience with kids of all ages. I've been the summer camp director at a gymnastics facility since 2019, the team director since 2020, and am currently the gym's...
Abbey can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kimberly C.


Saratoga Springs, NY

$40/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced RN

Hi! My name is Kim. I have been a caretaker for as long as I can remember. I grew up caring for animals and started pet sitting over 15 years ago for friends & family. While in college, I became a CNA and worked in a nursing home, then worked as a PCA in the level 1 trauma ICU at Albany Med. Since graduating as an RN in 2019,...
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Quinn W.


Ballston Lake, NY

$18-30/hr

Special Education Experience

Hello! My name is Quinn. I am going into my sophomore year of College majoring in education and pursuing a minor in special education next semester. I have lots of volunteer experience with kids with Down syndrome, autism, etc. I also volunteered at Double H ranch 2 summers to work with children with life threatening diseases. I...

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