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Special needs caregivers in Rotterdam Junction, NY

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Saradee H.


Rotterdam Junction, NY

$16-21/hr

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I have been a behavioral technician for almost 3 years working with autistic children . I have both personal and professional experience.
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Meghan C.


Amsterdam, NY

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Energetic Caregiver

4.7

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm an energetic, passionate, caring and responsible care giver and teacher. I'm currently a Special Education teacher in the local area. I obtained my Master's degree in Literacy instruction from UAlbany for grades B-6th as well as my early childhood degree. I have been teaching since 2014 but I have been in the education field...
Meghan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

3.0
"Megan was great while working for my family. Unfortunately She quit 3 weeks in."

Jeremy G.

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Abbie H.


Schenectady, NY

$16-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Recent graduate of Hope College, Holland MI. BA Psychology. Over my years of college, I have nannied consistently for a family in Holland, as well as gaining experience with children in educational settings as well as working with children with special needs. I have experience with the adult special needs populations as well. My...
Abbie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Abbie is a lovely, intelligent young woman and is amazing with children of all ages. I have an eleven-year-old daughter who enjoys spending time with Abbie and sees her as a role-model, and my two-year-old son adores her. Abbie is patient and kind with both and...

Jaime G.

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Lauren M.


Schenectady, NY

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

Enthusiastic And Experienced Babysitter Available Work Whenever I Am Needed.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am very passionate about watching and teaching children as well as assuring their safety when they are in my care! I have worked in a classroom setting as a preschool teacher and have a Bachelors degree in early childhood education/special ed. The majority of my experience comes from nannying children from ages 7mo-6yrs....
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She was amazing with my son. She asked to bring him to the park as well as story time at our local library. Lauren prepared healthy meals for my son and gave him a very relaxed but fun morning. There was no hesitation when it came to helping with potty training and...

Jeff L.

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Tammy R.


Schenectady, NY

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny, Mom, And Caregiver

I am a mom of 3 fantastic teens. I currently work as a caregiver for adults but miss caring for littles. I took 2 years of Early Childhood Education in high school and a nanny course while nannying for a wonderful family. After my children were born I ran a home daycare for 4 years out of my home. I am CPR/First aide...
Tammy can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

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Alexa T.


Schenectady, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! I am a teaching assistant for students with disabilities. I have also worked at BOCES. I have a bachelors degree in educational studies and am in graduate school majoring in special education, with a minor in general education.
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Kayla B.


Schenectady, NY

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Enrichment-based Respite Care Provider

Hello! I'm K : ) I've been a professional educator and engaged ally in special education spaces for 16 years. At present, I provide enrichment-focused, relationally-oriented respite care for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. My practice is enrichment-based, meaning I aim to add to a child's...
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Kayla B.


Amsterdam, NY

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hi families! I am a dependable, trustworthy, cheerful and loving person. I have many years of experience working with children from 2 months to 10 years but love kids of all ages! I have my Master's in Occupational Therapy. Playing outside and promoting creativity is what I encourage in children of all ages. In my free time I...
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Kayla B.


Schenectady, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm K : ) I provide enrichment and connection-based care for families in the Capital region. My main objective in care-work is to foster a mutually enjoyable relationship that facilitates play, communication, independence, and meaningful interaction with your child's community and wider world. My formal training is in...
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Worked as a camp counselor at Schenectady JCC during the months June-August through 2005-2009. Cared for a minimum of 15 children and maximum of 22 at a time, with assistance of two other counselors. Ages varied from 4-8, including children with special needs. Tasks included interacting with parents, created weekly newsletters,...
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Gia G.


Amsterdam, NY

$16-35/hr10 yrs exp

Woman Loves Babysitting

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I began babysitting as a teenager. I never had children of my own & consider this important to my connection with children. I have experience with children ages newborn to 8 yrs. as well as special needs. is a 2 yr. downs syndrome child. He is exceptionally smart despite his disability, accepting & affectionate. I don't notice...
Gia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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
Hello my name is Carolina I started doing home care helping my grandmother and also my aunt I have more than 10 year experience in home care and other needs love to help others and care like family. and also have house keeping experience and more.
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Mary C.


Schenectady, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have worked as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for over 30 years. My focus was in special education/developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorders. I also have experience with the geriatric/elder population. I loved my career! Being able to help people is just part of who I am so I would like to continue...
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Tiesha C.


Schenectady, NY

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

I have family that has alot of different special needs like seizures autism adhd so I have alot experience plus I work in Healthcare I'm a PCA. I've been in healthcare for over 3yrs
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Georgia K.


Schenectady, NY

$16-20/hr3 yrs exp

Basic Mental And Medical Special Needs Care Provider

All my life I have had a passion for working with special needs children. My youngest brother is speech and developmentally delayed, and I have been working with him his entire life to ensure that he gets the proper care and respect that he deserves--whether it be emotional support and counseling, tutoring in the various...
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Molly B.


Schenectady, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Professional Working Within The Field Looking For Part Time Job!

Hello, I'm Molly! I currently work for an agency in the capital district as a Community Service Coordinator. This is a full time position M-F. i love my job! In this role I oversee the Community Habilitation and Respite departments. I am looking forward to working with a great family/individual and building the trust that...
I work as a dsp for 8 years. I love doing what I'm doing I'm pretty good at everything. Giving care. Cleaning. Responsible
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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.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rotterdam Junction, NY

Meghan C.

5.0

Meghan was a fantastic nanny for both my girls for almost 3 months. She is responsible, caring, honest, communicative and on-time throughout her employment with me. She is also open minded in receiving feedback and guidance on how I would like my babies to be cared for, yet still offering her advice...

- Shannon M.

Abbie H.

5.0

Abbie has worked with our family for four years while she's been in college. We have two kids, now 11 and 8. She picked them up from school, would help them with homework, take them to activities, and keep them busy for a few hours after school. She would also work weekends, both during the day and...

- Amy S.

Lauren M.

5.0

She was amazing with my son. She asked to bring him to the park as well as story time at our local library. Lauren prepared healthy meals for my son and gave him a very relaxed but fun morning. There was no hesitation when it came to helping with potty training and working on a daily routine! Will...

- Jeff L.

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