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Irina T.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20/hr20 yrs exp

Artistic And Energetic Caretaker

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I am mother of 2 beautiful grown children and a happily new grandmother. Outside of raising my own children, I have been caring for children of varied ages for over 30 years. I have experience caring for children either special needs in BOCES setting. I have teaching experience teaching Russian as a second language, piano...
Irina can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

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Lisa C.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a mother of three adorable little people. I am dependable, adaptable, empathetic, gentle, patient, and trustworthy. I have over 10 years of experience working with people especially elderly and partially adolescents. I work in facilities and home based settings. Qualifications: Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified...
I've always had a passion for helping children develop and grow, and after many years of caring for children, I've come to realize that being a caregiver is my calling. I have experience working with children of all ages and have the skills and training to provide a safe and nurturing environment for them. As a creative and...
Elyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I have worked with children and adults that have disabilities for over 18 years. It has become my passion. I feel you have to have an extreme amount of patience and a special kind of heart to work with someone who fully depends on you for assistance with completing daily tasks. I always go above and beyond to make sure the...
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Loretta J.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$16-20/hr3 yrs exp

My Name Is Loretta I Have Been A Pca And Hha For 3 Years Now

Hello my name is Loretta I'm a pca and hha for 3 years now I'm looking for any hours. I just cant handle pills thats my jobs rule anything else I like do like watch for safety make breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack I can bathe give bed bath help to guide with getting dressed I'm great at cleaning.
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Muna S.


Verbank, NY

$27-35/hr3 yrs exp

My name is Muna I am a certified nurse assistant. I love what I'm doing. I'm very patient person I am caring loving always on time take my job serious always willing to learn new things

Mary H.


Rhinebeck, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing, Supportive, And Fun Loving Sitter/nanny

I'm a mother and educator with a background in dance and literacy. Im passionate about caring for children of all ages. I have worked in private schools as well as with special needs students and have a philosophy of whole child care. I'm happy to assist with virtual learning, or to simply allow your child to play and relax in a...
Mary can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep

Tasha D.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I enjoy caring for coaching and socializing with special needs children on how to improve and enjoy their day to day living.
Hi, I'm Kara! I have an associates degree in art education and am continuing my studies at SUNY New Paltz. I was most recently employed as a preschool teacher which I loved, but I was particularly drawn to helping my students who had difficulties in the classroom. I find it most rewarding to work closely with those that struggle...

Briana B.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$16-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced ASD Caregiver

I like caring for people with special needs because I understand them. I am also passionate about advocating and caring for people with specials needs who are unable to care or advocate for themselves. In my spare time, I like to build legos and watch college basketball My skills include advocacy, autonomy and dedication.
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Juliana T.


Hyde Park, NY

$22-26/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! I'm a very kind, dependable and patient person. I have 4 years of professional experience caring for individuals in a variety of direct care settings. I have worked in group homes and assisted with cooking, housekeeping and creative engaging activities to help develop daily living skills or even just activities or dance...
As a skilled caregiver with over four years of experience, I am passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I believe in fostering a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and thrive. I am very comfortable enforcing household rules and have experience...
Juliana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Hallie R.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter

I have been caring for children of all ages since I was 13. I started as a mothers helper and eventually started babysitting and nannying part time for a few different families. I am fun, outgoing, responsible, reliable and flexible. I am 19 years old and am currently attending college as a nursing student. I am looking for a...
Hallie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Marina S.


Kingston, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Patient,Calm - Available Monday And Weekend

5.0

(5)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Marina, I've been working as a nanny for 14 years. I'm current working part time for a family in New Paltz since 2018 taking care of one child who's 6 years old now. I'm responsible for picking her up after school, giving snack, taking to activities, park and light housekeeping. I also worked for a family in...
Marina can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Marina came to watch our two kids (3&1) for a date night. Another review mentions this, you can instantly tell that Marina is incredibly kind and she connected with both kids instantly. She arrived a few minutes early and was really attentive to the details of our...

Kate B.

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Joycelyn N.


Highland, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked primarily with children and teens with mental health disorders. I also have experience babysitting children and teens with Sensory Processing Disorder and Aspergers and have worked with many children on the Autism spectrum. I really love working with kids and it is very rewarding to see what they are able to...
5.0
"Joycelyn is amazing. She is so good with my son! She listens and respects all the needs for my son and she goes above and beyond for our family. She is like a second mother to my son when I am away. I am so glad we found her. She would find different activities for...

Abiola G.

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Tiana M.


Poughquag, NY

$20-21/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny And Daycare Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm moving downstate to the Hudson Valley region in July and looking for the perfect position before I make the move. I'm a student who just wrapped up an Associate's, and is certified both as a Child Development Associate and in Early Childhood Education. In addition to my certifications and degree, I've also just finished my...
Tiana can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Tiana has been our full-time nanny for well over a year and has become a part of our family. We love her positive energy, her great attitude, and her patience with our kids is unmatched. Tiana has experience teaching in a preschool environment and brings that...

Pia J.

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Hope K.


Wappingers Falls, NY

$25/hr5 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Hope and I have around 5 years of childcare experience for children of all ages. Ranging from 3 months to 14 yrs old. I strive in building not only a relationship with the children but the entire family. My personality can be described as creative, warm hearted and bubbly. I love to teach the children new things,...
Hope can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Hope is AMAZING!!! She is wonderful with my 16 month old & he adores her! I know that he’s in good hands with her & she always goes above & beyond. She regularly sends pictures & videos throughout the day (which I really appreciate). She has done crafts with my son...

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Allison Y.


Ulster Park, NY

$25-27/hr7 yrs exp

4.2

(6)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Allison! Here's a little bit about what I'm experienced in; I am a certified EMT with CPR, First Aid, BLS. I've been an EMT since 2021 with well over 4, 000 diverse calls under my belt. I've got a lot of experience with special needs, developmental disorders, emotional disorders, mental health, elderly,...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I hired Allison to help with the kids when we come up to the rental every month. She’s been with us for a few months now and I think it’s time to write our review. Allison is so kind and compassionate. She works hard and ensures each of my kids feels safe,...

Madeline W.

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Holly L.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My entire life has been devoted to helping people. I started out working for the school district for 12+ years working as a teaching assistant for special needs children. I then worked for a beautiful woman in her 90's, she had dementia. After that I worked many different jobs with all kinds of people with all kinds of special...
Holly can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
5.0
"Hired Holly to be a caregiver/companion for my 85 year old mother. She has worked for me for three days and all seems to be going well so far. Most of all she seems genuine and sincere about enjoying her time with my mother. It is a relief to know that someone is...

Alan A.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Salt Point, NY

Marina S.

5.0

Marina is WONDERFUL, we absolutely love her. She is so warm and kind to my son. She smiles and laughs and plays. Marina is also generous with the light-housekeeping aspect :) You can trust that your child is in excellent hands.

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Joycelyn N.

5.0

Joycelyn is amazing. She is so good with my son! She listens and respects all the needs for my son and she goes above and beyond for our family. She is like a second mother to my son when I am away. I am so glad we found her. She would find different activities for my son like going to the library...

- Abiola G.

Tiana M.

5.0

Tiana has been our full-time nanny for well over a year and has become a part of our family. We love her positive energy, her great attitude, and her patience with our kids is unmatched. Tiana has experience teaching in a preschool environment and brings that expertise into the home, which has been...

- Pia J.

Hope K.

5.0

Hope is AMAZING!!! She is wonderful with my 16 month old & he adores her! I know that he’s in good hands with her & she always goes above & beyond. She regularly sends pictures & videos throughout the day (which I really appreciate). She has done crafts with my son & has been teaching him sign...

- Care member

Allison Y.

5.0

I hired Allison to help with the kids when we come up to the rental every month. She’s been with us for a few months now and I think it’s time to write our review. Allison is so kind and compassionate. She works hard and ensures each of my kids feels safe, included, and comfortable. She’s taken them...

- Madeline W.

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