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Special needs caregivers in Shortsville, NY

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Rachel R.


Victor, NY

$20-26/hr3 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As an occupational therapy graduate student, I am passionate about helping others in any way I can! I currently work as an EMT so am confident in transfers, giving medications, and helping older populations. I also have experience working for the ARC and am happy to provide services for your loved one with special needs. I have...
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Heather P.


Canandaigua, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I am a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist and I LOVE to play with a purpose!! I have 10+ years working around ARC Ontario as the Respite Supervisor and for Community Habilitation.
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Siobhan S.


Macedon, NY

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Senior Companion Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work with Seniors-Care won't change the information try as I may! Hi! I'm a people person! I worked as a counselor for 15 years and have 5 years of care-giver/companion experience with elderly (and Alzheimer's)/special needs patients. I'm warm, trustworthy, ethical, and l get along with everyone. I'm interested in part time...
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Ashley S.


Ontario, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Family Child Caregiver

5.0

(4)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have nearly 19 years of experience Caring for all types of children! They are all different and their needs are all different too! I am CPR and 1st aid certified. Background checks are ok! I have 6 children of my own, 2 of which are special needs! I enjoy changing things up and taking the the kids to the parks and local...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My daughter loves Ashley. My girl has struggled with other sitters because they didn't understand her special needs but she immediately felt comfortable with Ashley. Ashley is an optimistic, caring and patient person who is always willing to go out of her way to...

Lora F.

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Rachel G.


Webster, NY

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Entertaining Babysitter/Nanny That Is Comfortable With Even The Most Active Kids!

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as outgoing , very friendly, having a lot of patience and especially caring! I like working with kids because every Kid is different. I learn something new when caring for them ! kids are brilliant in their own unique ways ! I'm looking for a job that I can help parents with fitting their schedule...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel watched our 2 younger sons on a Saturday night and they had a blast! She was respectful of our wishes, timely, and communicated well."

Nathaniel B.

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Irene V.


Rochester, NY

$30-40/hr15 yrs exp

Experienced & Loving Super-Nanny (15+yrs)

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Specializing in Early Childhood Development working as a professional nanny with over 15yrs experience assisting children with their social, physical, mental & emotional needs for a stable start! Available for both one-time and recurring childcare needs, supporting parents help their toddlers get ready for school and more with a...
Irene can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Oh man is she ever awesome. Would have kept her on full time but scheduling didn't mutually work out. She comes prepared with activities, patience, dedication, and kindness. I seriously cannot recommend her enough."

Phil D.

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Ada-osha B.


Webster, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of kids for a while. I helped care for my brother since I was six. I baby-sat for my neighbors children for a year when I was 15 and baby-sat a 4-year-old for over a year when I was 17. I love to keep kids active both mentally and physically. I love house pets, so if you have a pet, I am completely...
Ada-osha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Osha was great with our kids! Very happy, definitely would hire again"

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Deborah V.


Pittsford, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

(5)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have over 15 years of experience in childcare, teaching & tutoring in both public & private settings. I have over six years of direct experience in education as a teaching assistant in public & private schools. Most recently I was responsible for the care of two children in their home for over 10 years! I recently was a tutor...
Deborah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I have a son with special needs and Deborah is wonderful with him! She spends her time reading to him, creating imaginary play, dancing and involving herself in his interests. She is patient, warm and kind. She is very communicative and understands the need for...

Tanya C.

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Leah P.


Stanley, NY

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Leah and I would love to work with your child. I worked in a 12:1:1 classroom for a school year, and that's where I decided I wanted to become a lead teacher. The student I worked with was non-verbal and autistic. I learned how to use an AAC device to communicate with him, and I got a lot of training on...
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Megan S.


Pittsford, NY

$28-30/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, this seems like a great fit for me! I have experience caring for babies, children, adolescents, and individuals with special needs. I attend Nazareth University for occupational therapy, and I have two years left in Rochester. I do not smoke and would expect the same from the family I work for. My hourly rate is $35, based...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Megan was the best sitter we have ever had! My kids loved her, she met and exceeded all of our expectations!!"

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Dawn H.


Henrietta, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Responsible, Experienced, Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Working with children has always brought me great joy and fulfilment throughout my life. I have experience working with multiple children from newborn to school age. I have worked over 15 years with special needs children who have both physical and cognitive delays and spent many summers working in a daycare center. I am a...
Dawn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Dawn to nanny for our ~1yo baby full time for about a year and were incredibly happy with how well she cared for our child! She was incredibly punctual, caring, responsive, experienced, and flexible. Dawn encouraged us to bring up any issues we had and...

Sam L.

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Wendy C.


Rushville, NY

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny Or Babysitter From Rushville Able To Come To Your Home!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I a mother and Aunt who loves children and wants them to be safe and happy. I have been a Sunday school teacher and worked with special needs children at Roosevelt Children's Center in Newark, NY where I was a one on one aide to two children.
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Rhonda M.


Ontario, NY

$22-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Loving, Fun Nanny Seeking Full / Part Time Job. Excellent References.

I have many years of experience and excellent references. I'm reliable, fun and caring. I've worked with children ages newborn to teenagers. I have special needs experience as well. I was with my last nanny family for 5 years and 8 years with family before them (both with 4 children)I would love to speak with you and fill you in...
Rhonda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Likando M.


Rochester, NY

$17-23/hr9 yrs exp

I am a resident care aide/ med tech I have been a caregiver for 9 years I have experience with working with people with developmental disabilities, I worked for lifetime assistance as a Direct Support Profession I worked there for about 4 years. I also have experience working with seniors I currently work in assisted living as a...
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Alyssa P.


Williamson, NY

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Young Nanny With Over 10 Years Of Experience Looking For Full Time Job

Hi there! I have over 15 years of experience in childcare. I have 8 younger cousins I have helped care for as young children and I also a mother to an awesome 11-year-old, 20-month-old, and a bonus mom to a 13-year-old. I have experience with special needs children and multiples. I love to play and interact with the children I...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Madi H.


Webster, NY

$15-20/hr

Special needs caregiver

Hi! My name is Madi. I've always been interested in caring for others and have a passion for equality and inclusion.
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Kayla M.


Fairport, NY

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Kayla. I have two years experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I had an internship in Early Intervention, working with children ages 0-4 that had special needs. Post graduation I worked in ABA therapy, working with children on the autism spectrum. I now work as a Care...
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Jefferson L.


Lima, NY

$15-50/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver With References

Hello, my name is Jefferson and I have been a caregiver for 7 years. I have had experience with all age groups from child to senior aged. I have special needs care experience, respite care, community habilitation experience and hospice experience.
Jefferson can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, respite care, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Hello! I have babysat on Care in previous years, but just recently got back on. I have babysat on Care for 2 years, and for 3 years before that. I have babysat ages 22mo-12 years, multiples, and helped with pets as well! I am an Occupational Therapist so I do have experience with children with special needs as well. I have...
Mara can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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King L.


Penfield, NY

$19-50/hr2 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

I like caring for people with special needs because it's an experience and connection that's based on honesty and respect between a person supported and a care giver. I'm looking for a job that pays well according to the level of care that is expected as well as a job in which I feel like I'm getting to know a person and form...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Shortsville, NY

Ashley S.

5.0

From day 1, she has been a part of our family. My kids adore her as do I. She understands the relationship a mother has with her kids and she enhances that. If I am having a bad day, she would make sure I get extra hugs from them at the end of the day. She will never hesitate to keep me posted on...

- Michelle P.

Rachel G.

5.0

Rachel watched our 2 younger sons on a Saturday night and they had a blast! She was respectful of our wishes, timely, and communicated well.

- Nathaniel B.

Irene V.

5.0

Oh man is she ever awesome. Would have kept her on full time but scheduling didn't mutually work out. She comes prepared with activities, patience, dedication, and kindness. I seriously cannot recommend her enough.

- Phil D.

Ada-osha B.

5.0

Osha is fantastic. We had an opening for a short-term nanny in late summer of 2023 and as soon as we met her, we knew that she would be a perfect fit. She is fun, creative, super knowledgeable, and she takes the time to really listen to kids as the people that they are. Our kids loved her right out...

- Mara N.

Deborah V.

5.0

I have a son with special needs and Deborah is wonderful with him! She spends her time reading to him, creating imaginary play, dancing and involving herself in his interests. She is patient, warm and kind. She is very communicative and understands the need for children to be active. She never...

- Tanya C.

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