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Bianca Z.


Valley Falls, NY

$16/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 H.


Buskirk, NY

$27-35/hr10 yrs exp

Wide Range Of Long Term Experience With All Ages And All Abilities And It Is My Passion!

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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...
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"Sarah is a wonderful caregiver, we trust her advice that she gives us and now has become a person we can rely on for our daughter's care and needs. We love her for her professional attitude and dedication."

Neeta P.

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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, 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

$16-25/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...
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Emily L.


Waterford, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Flexible Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Emily. I have a degree in Human Services, and over 13 years experience as a Nanny. I've held long term positions with 5 families, most of them newborns until seeing them off to kindergarten! I've taken care of two sets of twins, special needs kiddos, newborns-school age. I've also held a part time position...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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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Patricia H.


Troy, NY

$13-18/hr2 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.
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Megan M.


Troy, NY

$19-23/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced in providing compassionate care to individuals with mobility challenges, including assistance with transfers, wheelchair navigation, and adaptive equipment usage. I have been doing work like this since age 14 and have experience with people of many challenges including but not limited to autism, epilepsy, Down...
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.
I have 6 years of experience working with individuals who have speak needs. I worked for a camp that had a variety of different ages ranging from 4-26
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Jessica C.


Troy, NY

$16-25/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...
Have been working with children of all ages for over 7 years now and loving how each child shows me new things.
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: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

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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Hayleigh R.


Troy, NY

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am an outgoing, friendly, and very caring caretaker. I love spending my free time with my friends and family! I started babysitting for my younger twin brothers, as they got older I started babysitting for other families as well, and in January of 2021 I got the opportunity to become nanny/ house manager for an amazing family...
Hayleigh can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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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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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Kelsey S.


Troy, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Child Care Available In The Hudson Valley

Hello! I am a full-time higher education and arts professional working in Columbia and Duchess counties. I have over 15 years of experience in caring for children of various ages in Rensselaer, Albany, and Westchester counties, and have worked hands-on for 3 years with children with special needs. I am available for part-time...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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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