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Abigail T.


Averill Park, NY

$15-20/hr

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I have babysat for a while, including my own little brother who is special needs. I am comfortable with all children including those who are special needs and will talk care of them diligently.
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Jessica S.


Albany, NY

$16/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs children and adults on and off for 5 years or so. I am a preschool teacher and work with children with special needs on a regular basis. I am also involved in the Best Buddies Program with this wonderful young adult. I love doing this and find it a lot of fun. I love to be able to help experience...
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Yvonne A.


Latham, NY

$20/hr • 4 yrs exp

I Have Been Babysitting For Many Years

I've babysat for various age groups since the age of 12, ive also watched kids overnight. I've worked in the hospital as patient care tech and as a phlebotomy tech. I've worked with kids and adults with special needs for about 5 yrs now and im currently working at living resources with people with disabilities and I love my job...
Yvonne can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Gecaunna E.


Troy, NY

$35-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have 3 years of experience with a private nanny agency and also have experience with special needs care & Senior care. For childcare, I can help with Swimming Supervision and Arts Crafts, outdoor/indoor activities, school work etc. I graduated with my Bachelor of Arts and Associates in Science degree. For senior care I can...
Gecaunna can also help with: Companionship, specialized care, personal care, respite care
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Annonda W.


Troy, NY

$16-39/hr • 7 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

I started with developmental disabilities about 8 years ago. I worked with people from ranges of ages and worked with many physical and mental disabilities over the years.
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Angelina P.


Selkirk, NY

$16-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Have A Place In My Heart For People With Disabilities

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in the human service field sense I was 18 and prior to that growing up my family always worked in that field also grew up helping take care of my grandfather who had a sever brain injury and behaviors. This field comes natural to me and something I am compassionate about. I also have a 6-year-old who's disabled and...
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Nastassia R.


Albany, NY

$16-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

I work very well with kids and have the patience. I have experience with special needs and I enjoy it!
Nastassia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Wysteria B.


Selkirk, NY

$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kind And Fun :)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a nurturing childcare provider with a decade of experience caring for children of many ages. My passion lies in fostering their growth and development, nurturing their unique talents, and ensuring their safety and well-being. Patient, calm, and creative, I strive to provide a fun and stimulating environment where children...
Wysteria can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Ashley J.


Slingerlands, NY

$30-35/hr • 6 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hello! I am a school psychologist looking to support families during school breaks and weekends. I look forward to speaking with you!
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Candice H.


Albany, NY

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider

15+ years. Specialize in caring for children with special needs. Reliable, trustworthy, and friendly
Candice can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Giylah H.


Albany, NY

$19-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello future families! I am new to care. com. However I am not new to the babysitter club or healthcare! Caring for kids has always been my specialty , and my greatest gift. I've been babysitting for about 10 years. From elementary through middle school years all the way up until high school . I took a break and now care for...
Giylah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hi I'm Raliyah aka Liyah , I'm 21 years old. I am currently pursing my LPN license . I work for The Center Of Disability as a Direct Support Professional, I assist the elderly who has special needs, I help with their ADL's making them feel comfortable in their own home, I bring my residents out to do activities or events...
Raliyah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, transportation, errands
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Rachel L.


Poestenkill, NY

$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

A Little Bit About Me!

I am an educator in the Capital region and have been doing childcare in the summers/on occasion during the school year for 10 years. I have experience with ages birth-teens and love working with kids of all ages and abilities! Because I'm an educator, I have experience with kiddos with special needs. I also have experience in...
Rachel can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
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Margaret R.


Albany, NY

$25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Margaret. I'm 22 years old and love working with all children as it comes naturally to me. To work well with children I believe you need to be present, positive and patient. These are my best qualities! I'm currently pursuing a bachelors in psychology at the University of Albany. I have a lot of expierience...
Margaret can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Rachel T.


Albany, NY

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I graduated from Marist in 2019 with a master's degree in school psychology and have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I am currently in my fourth year as a school psychologist and am working at an elementary school with students in grades K-5 in upstate New York. I also have 7 years of experience working as an applied behavior...
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Wysteria B.


Selkirk, NY

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! I'm a compassionate and optimistic mother of two wonderful children, ages five and seven, who are on the autism spectrum. I am patient, kind, loving, and understanding. I am dedicated to offering companionship and services aimed at enhancing the well-being and comfort of your loved ones. I will provide compassionate...
Wysteria can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

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Jamie O.


Albany, NY

$25-26/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting for quite sometime, going on seven years now! I have experience working in a daycare/preschool setting with the ages ranging from infant to school age. I have worked with special needs adults and was a Teacher Assistant in Special Education also. I was a nanny for a family with four kids, one being...
Jamie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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David W.


Watervliet, NY

$16-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I have extensive experience in taking care of individuals. I am currently taking care of a family friend. He is 90 yrs young. I prepare his morning meal, clean his home and care for his dog. I then return in the evening. I take him to all of his Dr appts and do his weekly shopping. I have worked for Catholic Charities and...
David can also help with: Errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, respite care & more
Because I have patience with others and I love helping people that need help, and I love taking care of children and older people. I have gone to school with disabilities and helped them at Que star III BOCES and I worked with kids at the CEO daycare center for volunteer work. I love what I do.
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Starr D.


Troy, NY

$16-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Starr I'm 26 years old. I lived upstate New York for about 15 years. I enjoy working with kids, I was a teacher, worked in 2 different schools. I'm a very out going person and love to have fun. I worked with children with special needs. I am CPR certified I have had a lot of training in my past few years. I...
Starr can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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