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Ellen M.
Troy, NY
$22/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have worked for 3 years as a CNA working with children who are special needs and prior to that I have about 2 years of experience taking care of the elderly.
Ellen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
Gecaunna E.
Troy, NY
$35-50/hr • 1 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: Specialized care, personal care, companionship, respite care
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Imani M.
Troy, NY
$16/hr • 6 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Starr D.
Troy, NY
$16-30/hr • 6 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, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I am an outgoing, friendly, and very caring caretaker. I love spending my free time with my friends and family. In 2020 | became a nanny to three children, two with special needs one of whom I homeschool. I am now a Registered Behavioral Therapist working with kids everyday doing fun activities and helping them learn in fun...
Zoe H.
Waterford, NY
$18-30/hr • 4 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.
Angelica B.
Cropseyville, NY
$16-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Special Needs Caregiver: Licensed Special Education Teacher
I am a sixth year Special Education teacher in the Capital district looking to stay busy this summer. I am available part or full time. I have experience with children as young as three up to high school age. I have also worked with adults with disabilities in various group home settings. I have a lot of energy and love this...
I have many years experience caring for children or elderly. I also have experience taking care of adults with special needs and developmental disabilities. I'm First Aid and CPR certified, as well as infant CPR certified.
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Alison M.
Troy, NY
$20-30/hr
I am a Speech Language Pathologist looking to assist families with child-care. I enjoy working with people of all ages and all abilities.
I am a professional, compassionate caregiver that has been caring for people and animals my whole life. Special needs children and adults have given me my experience for 4yrs. I have flexible availability, reliable transportation and most of all genuine care for the people I take care of.
5.0
(3)
Hello, my name is Drupattie.
I am a certified home health aide, first aide, and CPR certified.
I have been working within the healthcare field for over 10 years. I have
experience with special needs, dementia Alzheimer's , hospices).
I am proud of my reputation for being a very kind, honest, and...
Drupatti can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"My experience with Sonia D. has been very positive. As a care giver, she possesses a number of positive qualities. I find her to be considerate and thoughtful when dealing with my needs. She is medically knowledgeable and helpful with treatments and...
Brian G.
5.0
(4)
Hello my name is Mary. I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old off and on. I'm certified in CNA, HHA, and I'm a teacher's assistant for special needs. I have 8 years experience in dementia and 10 in special needs.
Mary can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Mary has done wonderful with our girls, they really listen to her well. My older 2 love having her daughters here to play as well."
Jaclyne M.
Stacie E.
Ballston Lake, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I've worked with children with and without special needs for 11 years. I moved from Tampa where I babysat regularly and taught swim lessons. I am currently employed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant and have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I love being outdoors and being creative!
5.0
"Was unable to take the position due to another job order, but responded very quickly to inform me of that. I believe that says a lot about her character."
Crystal H.
Sherrie D.
Saratoga Springs, NY
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mom of three. My youngest is in high-school . I enjoy playing sports, hiking, as well as crafts and baking. I have worked in the caregiving/medical field for nine years. I have experience with special needs, autism and speech delays. I am a non smoker and comfortable with pets. Thank you for your interest. Sherrie
Sherrie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Sherrie was the best babysitter we could have ever asked for. She was with us from 5 months to a little over a year, and if it wasn't for issues with our dog we would have kept her up until elementary school. She was early every single day, and all 8 hours she...
Joseph A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a special education teacher for 3 years in a school setting. I have a dual degree from The College of Saint Rose in Childhood and Special Education, a Masters Degree in Literacy from SUNY Albany and I am currently halfway through another Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism from The Sage Colleges. I...
5.0
"My son has been working with Marisa for several weeks, and she has been such a joy to work with! Easy to communicate with, flexible with scheduling, and such a positive, resourceful person to have in our son's life. Would highly recommend her to anyone!"
Lindsey A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My childcare experience consists of full time nannying for a few different families. I have cared for a baby girl part time, special needs children at a local school full time, a disabled 3-year-old boy part time, as well as a family with three children all under the age of two including a set of twins full time. My duties have...
Jenna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jenna has been one of the best decisions we have made for our family. We now consider her a part of our family. There is an obvious love between her and our now 1 year old baby girl.They had an instant connection which made my transition to having to go back to...
Marijo N.
Kelsey L.
Ballston Spa, NY
$16-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hey I'm Kelsey!!
I graduated from Le Moyne College with a B. A. in Psychology. I have had a lot of course work in child & adolescent development and behavioral courses. I also have experience working as a part time TA in a preschool and have nannied for lots of families. I'm also a mama to a beautiful 1. 5-year-old little girl!...
Kelsey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Kelsey took care of our 3 kids ages 5, 3 and 9 months and our big dog when I worked part time. There are no words to truly explain just how wonderful she was! She took such good care of the kids, did crafts, played outside, made meals, did bed time and even cleaned...
Kelly T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in both residential settings, hon are, as well, for agencies. I have valuable experience in both health care roles and support for client autonomy.
I worked for 7 several years teaching those with disabilities at another agency. I've worked as supervisor capacity for a local agency in a residential setting...
5.0
"I know I can rely on Heather to provide support in any situation, but she is especially passionate about caring for those in need. She enjoys talking about the challenges and successes she experiences while at work. She truly cares about her clients and works hard...
Jason G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always had a big heart for those with special needs, the elderly, animals and the underprivileged. I feel my life experiences, and compassion for helping others would be a wonderful asset for you and your loved one. I presently work part-time at an assisted living facility which fulfills a passion of mine with working...
Clarissa can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, personal care, transportation, errands & more
5.0
"Clarissa is kind, caring, and extremely reliable. Clarissa has allowed for our family to have additional freedom, as we know and trust that she provides exceptional care for my mother, who is in her final stages of dementia. Prior to my mother's decline, Clarissa...
Alyssa R.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Valley Falls, NY
Drupatti S.
5.0
Drupatti is a wonderful dependable health aide. She is trustworthy, and capable of all life saving treatments. She has a lovely personality that makes it easy to work with her. Very upbeat and a pleasure to be in her company.
- Sarah C.
Mary L.
5.0
Mary has done wonderful with our girls, they really listen to her well. My older 2 love having her daughters here to play as well.
- Jaclyne M.
Stacie E.
5.0
Was unable to take the position due to another job order, but responded very quickly to inform me of that. I believe that says a lot about her character.
- Crystal H.
Sherrie D.
5.0
Sherrie was the best babysitter we could have ever asked for. She was with us from 5 months to a little over a year, and if it wasn't for issues with our dog we would have kept her up until elementary school. She was early every single day, and all 8 hours she watched our son she gave him her full...
- Joseph A.
Marisa W.
5.0
My son has been working with Marisa for several weeks, and she has been such a joy to work with! Easy to communicate with, flexible with scheduling, and such a positive, resourceful person to have in our son's life. Would highly recommend her to anyone!
- Lindsey A.
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