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Bianca Z.


Valley Falls, NY

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Your Kind Of Nanny

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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)...
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Sarah C.


Troy, NY

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience caring for children for about 16 years now and I enjoy it thoroughly. I went to college for Early Childhood Special Education and I absolutely love teaching children. Alongside my professional experience, I have two daughters of my own, one of whom is on the spectrum, so I also have personal experience...
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sarah is truly missed as she quickly became a part of our family and helped us out continuously for 2 years. She was always there, even in the middle of the night when I had my 2nd child. One of the kindest people I've ever met."

Lori D.

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Nacirema H.


Troy, NY

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Future Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey, I worked as a daycare director. I have a Bachelors degree. As well as associates degree in Teacher Education. I have experience working with 0-21 years old. I have many years of experience working with children with special needs children/teens/adults. Worked with a traditional as well as a Montessori preschool lead...
Nacirema can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Worked with my family! She was amazing!"

Tiffany J.

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Sophia G.


Troy, NY

$16-20/hr2 yrs exp

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.

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Alexis B.


Waterford, NY

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

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...
Hi I'm Raliyah aka Liyah , I'm 21 years old. I am currently pursing my LPN license . I work for The Center Of Disability as a Direct Support Professional, I assist the elderly who has special needs, I help with their ADL's making them feel comfortable in their own home, I bring my residents out to do activities or events...
Raliyah can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
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Gecaunna E.


Troy, NY

$23-30/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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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Jessica C.


Troy, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hello, I have been taking care of people for over 20 years. My care ranges from companion care to hospice care. I am certified in many areas including g tube and medication administration, as well as first aid and CPR. I have a passion for caring for individuals who are unable to care for themselves and enjoy being able to...
Hi! My name is Ella, I am 18 years old and attend Siena college for nursing. I work at a hospital as a patient care tech- kind of like a CNA and am set to get my RN in two years. I feel competent in my medical knowledge and experience of working in a nursing home since I was 15 to care for people, especially seniors, with most...
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Carolina O.


Troy, NY

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

I'm currently working for a second year at an extended school year program for children with different disabilities. I was a counselor my first year and now I'm a teacher, so I lead a group of 3 additional staff and 15 kids.
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Raliyah D.


Troy, NY

$17-27/hr5 yrs exp

Hi I'm Raliyah aka Liyah , I'm 21 years old. I am currently pursing my LPN license . I work as a Direct Support Professional, I assist the elderly who has special needs, I help with their ADL's making them feel comfortable in their own home, I bring my residents out to do activities or events happening in the area such as go...
Raliyah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Carol S.


Troy, NY

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

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...
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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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Gecaunna E.


Troy, NY

$35-50/hr1 yrs exp

I have 3 years of experience with a private nanny agency and also have experience with special needs care & Senior care. For childcare, 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. For senior care I can...
Gecaunna can also help with: Respite care, personal care, companionship, specialized care
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Carol S.


Troy, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

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, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Imani M.


Troy, NY

$15/hr6 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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Starr D.


Troy, NY

$15-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Starr I'm 26 years old. I lived upstate New York for about 15 years. I enjoy working with kids, I was a teacher, worked in 2 different schools. I'm a very out going person and love to have fun. I worked with children with special needs. I am CPR certified I have had a lot of training in my past few years. I...
Starr can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hey, I'm a daycare director with a new Bachelors degree in English that I got this December 2018. I also have my associates degree in Teacher Education. I have experience working with 0-21 years old. I have many years of experience working with children with special need children/teens/adults. Worked with a montessori preschool....
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Zoe H.


Waterford, NY

$18-30/hr4 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.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Valley Falls, NY

Sarah C.

5.0

Sarah is truly missed as she quickly became a part of our family and helped us out continuously for 2 years. She was always there, even in the middle of the night when I had my 2nd child. One of the kindest people I've ever met.

- Lori D.

Nacirema H.

5.0

Worked with my family! She was amazing!

- Tiffany J.

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.

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