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Rachel T.


Albany, NY

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

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I graduated from Marist in 2019 with a master's degree in school psychology and have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I am currently in my fourth year as a school psychologist and am working at an elementary school with students in grades K-5 in upstate New York. I also have 7 years of experience working as an applied behavior...
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Jodie R.


Altamont, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Momma With 20+ Years Experience

I am a mom with 20+ years of experience in childcare, special needs and elderly care. I am flexible, reliable, loving, patient and am looking for the perfect family to help.
Jodie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Mercedes G.


Schenectady, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

My name is Mercedes, I'm a Venezuelan medical doctor with specialties in Toxicology and Occupational health; working in the US as caregiver for elders, infants and special needs condition persons. My priority at work is centered in: safety, happiness and general wellbeing. Please call me. Mercedes
Hello , I am Kim I have been a caregiver for over 20 years to many different individuals. I absolutely love what I do, it's my passion. I'm a loving and caring person, also punctual and very hard worker. If you have any questions or interested please feel free to message me. Thank you all.
Hi! My name is Jennifer and I have been caregiving for over 10 years. I started my journey at 12 years old, when I completed the American Red Cross babysitters' course. Since then, I have gained experience carrying for children of all ages, from infants to teens. I also have experience working with individuals with special needs...
Jennifer can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Nicole F.


Selkirk, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hello! My name is Nicole F. I've had an immense of experience when it comes to working with kids. I've worked with children of all ages, including those with special needs, and even spent a winter. My background as a behavior technician has equipped me with the skills to support children's unique needs and foster positive...
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jamie O.


Albany, NY

$25-26/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting for quite sometime, going on seven years now! I have experience working in a daycare/preschool setting with the ages ranging from infant to school age. I have worked with special needs adults and was a Teacher Assistant in Special Education also. I was a nanny for a family with four kids, one being...
Jamie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I have worked with several individuals with special needs. These needs ranged from young children with learning disabilities all the way to seniors with physical and mental disabilities. I am also in a master's program and have experience in education. I have a passion for taking care of others, learning from them, and working...
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Wysteria B.


Selkirk, NY

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Kind And Fun :)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a nurturing childcare provider with a decade of experience caring for children of many ages. My passion lies in fostering their growth and development, nurturing their unique talents, and ensuring their safety and well-being. Patient, calm, and creative, I strive to provide a fun and stimulating environment where children...
Wysteria can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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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Brianna M.


Albany, NY

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

My name is Brianna. I have close to 2 years experience assisting individuals with special needs. I have experience in working as a Direct Support Professional supporting individuals of various ages, that have developmental/intellectual disabilities. I provided them assistance with tasks like meal prep or cooking, toileting and...
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Judith H.


Glenmont, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Educator, Nanny, Advocate

I'm a semi-retired professional with many years of experience as a teacher, case manager and advocate for children with special needs.
Judith can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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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 H.


Albany, NY

$20-35/hr3 yrs exp

Flexible And Adaptable Caregiver With 3+ Years Of Caregiving Experience

Hi! My name is Kayla. I am 25 years old. I have recently moved to the Albany area with the goal of completing my undergraduate education. I am a compassionate and nurturing caregiver with 3+ years of experience in caregiving. As someone who is very family oriented, I took on a sort of motherly role in occasionally caring for my...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Grace M.


Voorheesville, NY

$18-50/hr8 yrs exp

Responsible, Flexible And Fun!

Hi! My name is Grace. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology and have a lot of experience working with kids. I have more than 8 years of experience working as a babysitter/nanny, camp counselor and daycare/after-school care provider. I also have worked with children with special needs. I love working with kids of all ages and...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

I am current learning ASL in college, I have taken 2 semesters worth already. I have experience with type 1 diabetes. Open to training and always willing to learn!
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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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Brooke S.


Albany, NY

$14-19/hr6 yrs exp

Hi there! A little about me- I have worked as a live in nanny in Seattle for 2 years, but relocated back home at the beginning of COVID. I currently work as a behavioral specialist for children with special needs and love every minute of it. When I'm not at work, I like to spend my time with my dogs or with my family!
Brooke can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ebony G.


Schenectady, NY

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

I have experience with working with kids & teens who have disabilities. I also have a son who is non verbal and has cerebral palsy, seizure disorder, sickle cell anemia, scoliosis, has a GJ feeding tube and wheel chair bound.
I grew up working with my grandmother who used to run a daycare. She took care of a set of twins, 2 babies and 2 toddlers. I then spend 3 years on my own taking care of a 6-year-old who was special needs and loved every second of it. I have had multiple care. com jobs with all different aged children and babies! I am CPR and...

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