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Laura M.


Rome, NY

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I have a passion for taking care of children, elderly clients, and special needs individuals. I am currently learning American Sign Language and have extensive experience in both child and elderly care. I have taken care of approximately 38 clients locally and can provide verified references and recommendations upon request. In...
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Danielle S.


Rome, NY

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Looking For The Perfect Schedule To Work Around Being A Mom Of School Age Childr

For the last 15 years I have experience as a caregiver of some sort. I am a mother of three children that range from ages 6 to 14 . I have previous experience as a caregiver to elderly clients who have dementia, Alzheimer's, cancer and traumatic brain injury as well as other neurological issues . I also have experience as a...
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Danielle S.


Rome, NY

$13-30/hr10 yrs exp

Over 10 Years Child Care Experience Looking To Provide Care While My Own Children Are In School

Experience with children AND elder care !! Children 0 up to 14 years old. Married mother of 3 children ages 6, 10, 14 . Previous licensed daycare provider and experience with special needs children. Also available for elder care. 15 years experience as a home health aide etc... experience with clients who have cancer , dementia...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Casey B.


Rome, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver, Former Preschool Head Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Casey & I recently moved to Philadelphia. I have been caring for children for many years. When I was young, I volunteered at a preschool, babysat, nannied on weekends & summers. I have previously been an assistant preschool teacher for 2, 3, & 4-year-old classes. I was a head teacher for a 1-year-old class for 3...
Casey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Alysa D.


Rome, NY

$5-10/hr10 yrs exp

I have over 20 years of experience with children of all ages. I have cared for children with special needs. I have cared for the Elderly and Disabled adults for 14 years. I am a very loving, caring and friendly person.
Alysa can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Laura M.


Rome, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny - Babysitter - Elderly Care

I am dedicated to providing care for older adults, children, and individuals with special needs. I have previously worked for reputable caregiver agencies in my local area and currently work part-time for the State of New York in the School District. Some of my experience includes caring for a brain-injured patient, where I...
Laura can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Gabrielle D.


Utica, NY

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter Or Nanny Available

5.0

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My name is Gabrielle. I'm a second year college student. Driven and qualified. CPR/First Aid certified. I can help out with homework, doing activities and take children out on field trips or take them to extra curricular's if needed. I love kids and hope to be a mom one day. I have 4 siblings and have grown up in a big family...
Gabrielle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She is very understanding and kindhearted. She asks all questions concerning the child's needs. She is willing to work with you and is very easy going."

Kyndra B.

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Cassidy T.


Oneida, NY

$18-30/hr8 yrs exp

Newly Graduated Nurse Wants To Help Out!

Hello, I am a mom of 3 beautiful kiddos. Two of which have autism and ADHD. My daughter stimms and has many therapies so I am very comfortable helping anything. My nurse training has me aware of all types of ways I can help with feeding and such. I have worked with special needs kids and teenagers also adults with behavioral...
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Jessie F.


Utica, NY

$20-37/hr10 yrs exp

Friendly Helpful Cheerful Mom!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Jessie and I currently work full time afternoons and am looking to care for your loved one while my little guy is in school. I am available Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. I have worked with children, up to the elderly I have a 6-year-old son and experience with special needs and Down's syndrome...
Jessie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jessie offered care in her home, which is on a quite street with a great backyard. My little ones love going there."

Naomi S.

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Debra P.


Vernon Center, NY

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special needs provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am currently employed in the human services field where I am a counselor/provider for people with developmental disabilities. I am trained in First Aid and CPR and I am a registered American Red Cross Volunteer. I am familiar with adaptive equipment, special diets and special needs. I enjoy having fun and engaging in...
5.0
"Debra is a lovely, caring person. She really connects with my children. We just moved to the area and didn't know anyone..I feel so grateful to now know Debra! I suppose I will share her, but I want to keep her just for my family!"

Erin Elizabeth F.

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Hannah S.


Utica, NY

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

About Me!

I have worked in childcare, specifically with children with special needs, for the past three summers. I have my own car and am CPR certified. I am studying child development in the hopes to become a speech therapist one day. My focus is on giving your child a safe, routine-focused, and creative space to learn and grow into a...
I'm here to help people and care for them as they my family. I want the people I care for to feel safe and trust me so we can bond and have fun while I'm there taking care of them. I like to play games watch tv and I'm will to do housework also while I'm at the house.
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Grace W.


Oneida, NY

$13-18/hr3 yrs exp

I am a senior in college, going for childhood education. I have many years of expediting working with kids. For the past 2 years I have been working through BOCES with children who have special needs & I absolutely love it!
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Michelle D.


Utica, NY

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Dependable And Reliable Babysitter

My name is Michelle, I have 5 years of babysitting experience. I have experience with special needs, my niece has autism and my nephew has autism and ADHD. I can cook, clean, can read color, play with kids inside and outside. I am First Aid and CPR Certified. I took a one year Medical Assistant Certification course and...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Marian A.


Utica, NY

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I truly love working with young kids, and I approach each child as an individual who I get to help grow and teach. Fun and engaging. Caring, compassionate, and patient. Skilled at developing and leading children in fun learning activities. Ability to help with homework. I have 1 year of experience however I've worked with kids...
Marian can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Kaci L.


Utica, NY

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

***CURRENTLY AWAY FOR COLLEGE! Please reach out in January 2025.*** Hello families! My name is Kaci and I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I have been babysitting for a few years now and do have experience working with special needs children. I am an enthusiastic and responsible person whose goal is...
Kaci can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
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Krenare S.


Utica, NY

$19-30/hr5 yrs exp

Care Taker

Hello, my name is Krenare S. I have both professional and personal experience working with people with disabilities, seniors and children. I work with my heart on my sleeves and my work ethic shows for it. Please message me if you have any further questions!
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Anna T.


Sherrill, NY

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

Reliable Sitter!

Last summer I worked for the Madison Oneida Boces program as a 1:1 aid for a child that was 8 years old and had autism. I have worked a Dinavox, and worked with a child with anger problems. I understand they usually need diapers changed, help eating and close supervision. I am very calm and patient and honestly just love working...
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Indy N.


Oneida, NY

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

I have worked in special education classrooms for a few years. My degree was focused on special education so I saw a lot during student teaching and while studying in my field. I have had several individuals in my life with type 1 diabetes that I was responsible for caring for.
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Grace W.


Oneida, NY

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

I have several years of experience working: babysitting, working at daycares, working at a summer school for children with special needs, and teaching. I have worked with children as young as 5months and as old as 12 years old. I just graduated with my masters in Childhood Education and would to find a summer job working with...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rome, NY

Gabrielle D.

5.0

She is very understanding and kindhearted. She asks all questions concerning the child's needs. She is willing to work with you and is very easy going.

- Kyndra B.

Jessie F.

5.0

Jessie offered care in her home, which is on a quite street with a great backyard. My little ones love going there.

- Naomi S.

Debra P.

5.0

Debra is a lovely, caring person. She really connects with my children. We just moved to the area and didn't know anyone..I feel so grateful to now know Debra! I suppose I will share her, but I want to keep her just for my family!

- Erin Elizabeth F.

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