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Special needs caregivers in Schaghticoke, NY

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Amne A.


Watervliet, NY

$22-35/hr1 yrs exp

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I used to babysit for a couple of months and I also work as a teacher assistant with children with special needs
Amne can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

I have experience from homecare, rehab, hospital, and nursinf home. I have delt with mental heslth illness, autism, down syndrome, muscle weakness, g tube, j tube, MS, and the list goes on. I am very patient and understanding. I am willing to help my patients meet the short term and long term goals. I am in school for my RN.
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Shareeba R.


Latham, NY

$22-30/hr7 yrs exp

I've worked with several individuals with autism and disabilities for 7+ I enjoy working with people to put a smile on there face!
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
I don't have much experience. But I am looking to build more experience. I have volunteered in a nursing home in the pass for an entire summer.
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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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Marcy S.


Ballston Spa, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Housekeeper

New to NY! In FL I managed 4 busy, dual income homes for 10 years and 2 homes with special needs such as adult Down syndrome, teen autism and chronic renal failure for 7 years. My own children are 20 and 19 years old. Army MI stationed in Hawaii and Navy DC stationed in Virginia. They are well into the next chapter of their...
Marcy can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CNA

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Emily S.


Clifton Park, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

11 years childcare experience. Working with children six weeks of age to 12 years old. Experience in early learning and nanny services.
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Gecaunna E.


Troy, NY

$24-30/hr3 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience with a private nanny agency and also have experience with special needs care. 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. Currently, I'm pursuing my masters online.
Gecaunna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Joscelyn L.


Albany, NY

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

I worked at Living Resources in their Day Programs in both a direct care and administrative role from 2016 until 2019. I worked in their after school program from 2019 to 2021 as a lead instructor for their Colonie High School location
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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: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

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Asatya U.


Watervliet, NY

$16-50/hr4 yrs exp

Best Babysitter You'll Ever Have

I've been babysitting for family since I was young so I'm used to it. I have years of experience with all types of children (Velcro babies , special needs , etc) Your child will be in GREAT hands with me.
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Caitlyn E.


Clifton Park, NY

$20-23/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter Caitlyn!

Hi there! My name is Caitlyn, and I've been a tutor/babysitter for special needs/medically fragile children for five years now!
Caitlyn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Amanda M.


Schenectady, NY

$16-29/hr7 yrs exp

Caretaker

Hello, I am a former police officer with many years of experience helping developmental disabled individuals. Many hours spent volunteering to special needs and special Olympics. I also have a niece woth ellipespy and a cousin who is autistic. My youngest brother also has developmental disability and mental health as well. Most...
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Louise W.


Hoosick Falls, NY

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Caring And Happy!

With a deep understanding of diverse needs of individuals with special requirements, I bring a wealth of experience and dedication to providing compassionate care. My background includes working with individuals across a wide spectrum of conditions, including autism, physical disabilities, and dementia. I pride myself on...
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Annonda W.


Troy, NY

$16-39/hr7 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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Shelby B.


Clifton Park, NY

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing/Fun-Loving Nanny

Hi there! I am Shelby and I am a Special Education Teacher and I have a BS in Psychology. I have 10+ years of experience working with children. Many of the children I have worked with are special needs. I have experience working with kiddos who are non-vocal, experience learning and development delays, and have behavioral needs....
Shelby can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Danielle C.


Albany, NY

$20-30/hr

Part Time Caregiver

I loved working with students with disabilities. I have most of my professional experience working in a self contained classroom of students with neurodiverstiy, including mostly Autism and other developmental and physical disabilities. I enjoy therapeutic teaching, including getting to know a students' interests and desires,...
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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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Tracy N.


Ballston Spa, NY

$16/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver, or PCA Part Time and Full Time With Special Needs, Handicapped, or Senior Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I've been doing caregiver for the past seven years with adults and the handicapped. So more than willing to take care of a special needs persons. I've done everything from bathing , cleaning, giving med.'s, and more. I also have children of my own.

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