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Special needs caregivers in Schaghticoke, NY
Alexis A.
Schaghticoke, NY
$16-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi there! I am Lexi, I have many years experience watching children ages range from Newborn-15yrs including children with special needs! I am a mom myself so I am very passionate about what I do. I am a CNA. I am also CPR (adult and children) and First Aid certified through red cross. I have experience giving medications and...
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Alexis A.
Schaghticoke, NY
$17-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I was a direct support professional at a LTC home for disabled adults. Job duties included providing care in daily activities such as bathing, feeding, and going out into the community or doing activities at home. I was also responsible for giving daily medications . Other duties included caring for the home such as laundry,...
Alexis can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
Sophia G.
Troy, NY
$16-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Sophia:) I have experience working with children of all ages! I have worked with children through my local after school program and I currently work/support children and adults who have special needs. My mother is a licensed daycare provider of 15+ years so I have lots of experience helping her out with...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jojo loved being able to come and play with Miss S and her family! She can't wait to play again!"
Rachel G.
Alexis B.
Waterford, NY
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently in graduate school studying Communication Sciences and Disorders (Speech Pathology). Previously, I have worked in a preschool setting working in an Autism Spectrum Classroom and 6:1:3 setting. In addition, through my education I have also clinically worked with individuals of all age ranges with a variety of...
I have cared for many children throughout my life, all different ages and different cognitive abilities. I am very patient, compassionate, loving, caring, insightful, intelligent, and understanding. I am instruction driven but also laid back. I conform to your type of parenting, I aim to provide the best care for your child(ren)...
Arianna R.
Mechanicville, NY
$20-24/hr • 2 yrs exp
hi! my names arianna and i've been a house cleaner and a caregiver for 3 years now. I have worked for the mentally disabled and for elderly people giving them all of the proper care they deserve. it's truly a passion for me. I love being able to be there for people and help them care for their needs in every way I can.
I charge...
I cared for a boy, for two years during the period he was 8 to 10 years old along with his two younger brothers. I learned to deal with his sensory issues as well as helping him cope with changes in his routine when they occurred. I helped him get dressed and ready for school in the morning and prepared breakfast and saw him out...
Zoe H.
Waterford, NY
$18-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have 2 years experience as a teaching assistant working with children with disabilities. I have 2 more years of experience working with adult and senior individuals with disabilities. Educational experience, personal care experience, and patience are just the start of what I have learned about.
Molly C.
Johnsonville, NY
$15-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Have been working with children of all ages for over 7 years now and loving how each child shows me new things.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the Mother of two wonderful grown daughters. I have worked with several families over the years as a Caregiver and have worked with families of special needs children. I have experience working in a special needs preschool environment and early intervention as an assistant. I enjoy reading with children and can provide...
Carol can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Imani M.
Troy, NY
$16/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 22 years old. I have babysat kids for a few years now and I am great with kids. I currently work as a teaching assistant at an elementary school and nanny two Mondays and Tuesdays. Before that I was teacher assistant at two daycares, which was a wonderful experience. I have also worked at a after school programs with kids...
Imani can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Sarah H.
Buskirk, NY
$27-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Wide Range Of Long Term Experience With All Ages And All Abilities And It Is My Passion!
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have 16 years of experience working (full-time) with individuals with developmental/physical disabilities and able-bodied. More recently, I have also cared for those at the end life stage. I am there for the person 100%! For their health and well-being, but mostly quality of life! I believe in promoting as much independence as...
Patricia H.
Troy, NY
$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have worked with TBI patients and children with several handicaps. I feel I would be a good fit as a I am willing to learn new things each day.
I am a professional, compassionate caregiver that has been caring for people and animals my whole life. Special needs children and adults have given me my experience for 4yrs. I have flexible availability, reliable transportation and most of all genuine care for the people I take care of.
My name is Alicia, I look forward to meeting you to discuss why I would be a great fit to help with your son. I'm fun and energetic, not quite 40. I have 2 boys of my own who have had some challenges to overcome I'm sure we would make a great team. I'm helpful and always lead with kindness. Very organized and mindful of the...
Lauren M.
Schenectady, NY
$16-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Enthusiastic And Experienced Babysitter Available Work Whenever I Am Needed.
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a special education teacher for 3 years in a school setting. I have a dual degree from The College of Saint Rose in Childhood and Special Education, a Masters Degree in Literacy from SUNY Albany and I am currently halfway through another Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism from The Sage Colleges. I...
5.0
"My son has been working with Marisa for several weeks, and she has been such a joy to work with! Easy to communicate with, flexible with scheduling, and such a positive, resourceful person to have in our son's life. Would highly recommend her to anyone!"
Lindsey A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. I have been working with children since I was able to babysit at 12 years old! I have always enjoyed caring, laughing, and being a part of kid's lives. I am a mother of 2 myself, and I am a certified substitute teacher of 4 years with a BA in Human Development. I have worked with families and their children of all ages...
Kathleen can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie was with us from March 2011 - June 2012, she took excellent care of our little boy who was 9 months when she started and 2 yrs old when she left us. She is very creative, provides excellent one-on-one and put energy into making sure our son got exposure to...
Sara H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My childcare experience consists of full time nannying for a few different families. I have cared for a baby girl part time, special needs children at a local school full time, a disabled 3-year-old boy part time, as well as a family with three children all under the age of two including a set of twins full time. My duties have...
Jenna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jenna has been one of the best decisions we have made for our family. We now consider her a part of our family. There is an obvious love between her and our now 1 year old baby girl.They had an instant connection which made my transition to having to go back to...
Marijo N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always had a big heart for those with special needs, the elderly, animals and the underprivileged. I feel my life experiences, and compassion for helping others would be a wonderful asset for you and your loved one. I presently work part-time at an assisted living facility which fulfills a passion of mine with working...
Clarissa can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, personal care, transportation, errands, meal prep & more
5.0
"Clarissa is fabulous! She's such a support to my mother (and to me) and has a wonderful way of helping my mother achieve more without making her feel pressured. My mother considers her a true friend and I think of her as a bit of a lifesaver. I highly recommend."
Karen B.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Schaghticoke, NY
Sophia G.
5.0
Jojo loved being able to come and play with Miss S and her family! She can't wait to play again!
- Rachel G.
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.
Marisa W.
5.0
My son has been working with Marisa for several weeks, and she has been such a joy to work with! Easy to communicate with, flexible with scheduling, and such a positive, resourceful person to have in our son's life. Would highly recommend her to anyone!
- Lindsey A.
Kathleen C.
5.0
Katie was with us from March 2011 - June 2012, she took excellent care of our little boy who was 9 months when she started and 2 yrs old when she left us. She is very creative, provides excellent one-on-one and put energy into making sure our son got exposure to other kids & activities every...
- Sara H.
Jenna B.
5.0
Jenna has been one of the best decisions we have made for our family. We now consider her a part of our family. There is an obvious love between her and our now 1 year old baby girl.They had an instant connection which made my transition to having to go back to work so much easier. Jenna started...
- Marijo N.
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