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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience working with children and enjoy being around them. I have babysat and nannied since my teen years. I have held nanny jobs with the same families for years. I have a degree in Deaf Education and have been teaching for the past 15 years. I am currently certified to teach in New York and have been able to do it...
Arlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Ellen L.
New Windsor, NY
$10-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
My name is Ellen, I am 32 years old, from the New Windsor/Newburgh/Cornwall area. I have worked at nursing facilities caring for geriatric residents for 12 years now, working with assistant living, dementia , rehab & skilled nursing units , I have also done 8 years of home-care. I always stayed at nursing homes instead of...
Dora O.
Walden, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm Very Patient Nurturing And Understanding About Others Needs And Put Others First And Enjoy What
I currently work with disabled adults for 28 working hands on helping others grow and achieve goals in life they want to help them feel more confident and independent about themselves
Alexandra W.
Highland, NY
$27-36/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Aley I am very outgoing. I love to work with people any age and help and support them with whatever needs they may need. I can assist with driving to and from, make meals and teach along the way!
Hello my name is Rocio.
I graduated from Kean university in 2010 with a degree in Social work. After my graduation I started working in Adult daycare centers and the experience was really rewarding. After that, I worked with different ages in daycares and special schools and as a side job I was babysitting.
I'm currently working...
Kylie R.
Walden, NY
$16-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a lot of experience working with children of various ages, with and without physical and/or mental disabilities. I have provided child care for several years. I worked with an organization and also in two elementary schools. I love working with people of any age, especially when I am able to help them grow and learn.
5.0
"Kylie took very good of our special needs child. She is skilled with autistic children and knowledgeable about Epilepsy which made us feel very comfortable. Kylie provided a safe environment and took care of our daughter's needs while in her care."
Lori S.
I have 8 years experience working with students as an employee of my local school district back in California. During this time I had the privilege of being able to form meaningful relationships with students of different ages and backgrounds, including those with special needs. I have stable reliable transportation. I am able...
Monique can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Dawn S.
Newburgh, NY
$18-23/hr • 8 yrs exp
I love what I do for for work so I decided to look for extra work on free time I do errands cleaning diaper changes meds and feedings I am experienced in hoyer lifts
Kylie R.
Walden, NY
$16-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Most of my experience involves working with children, or adults with special needs. I am very interested in working with and providing care for seniors as well.
Kylie can also help with: Transportation, visiting physician, errands, light cleaning
Mercedes R.
Highland, NY
$20-31/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name is Mercedes! I am 31 years old. I currently am a teachers assistant with special needs children. I absolutely love working with kids! Arts & crafts, sensory play , music & more are some of the things I enjoy doing with my students! Looking forward to connecting with you!
Mercedes can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
Hi families!
My name is Adriana and I am 24 years old. I have been working with children of all ages (infant-school age) for 10 years.
My love for working with children began when my little brother was born. He was diagnosed with Autism at the age of 2. He seeked a lot of attention, care, and scheduling, but I absolutely...
Eileen N.
Highland Mills, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is eileen I am 61 years old and a retired elementary school teacher and mother of three daughters and two infant granddaughters. I have experience caring for infants through elementary school. I have also cared with children with autism and special needs . I can cook meals, help with homework, bathing. I love all...
Eileen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Eileen is a trustworthy, helpful and loving. Mother of three adult daughters whom she has a great relationships with"
Rachael D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a 27-year-old early childhood education major. I've been working with children since I was 14, including babysitting, assistant directing children's theater productions, working with children with special needs, and teaching preschool in a federal building, which involves a high-security clearance. Most recently, I've...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Julia has been a wonderful caretaker for our daughter from the ages of 3-9 months. The only reason we had to stop using her was relocating for a job. Our daughter loves Julia and we're very sad to no longer be working with her. She was very communicative and...
Claire K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My entire life has been devoted to helping people. I started out working for the school district for 12+ years working as a teaching assistant for special needs children. I then worked for a beautiful woman in her 90's, she had dementia. After that I worked many different jobs with all kinds of people with all kinds of special...
Holly can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Hired Holly to be a caregiver/companion for my 85 year old mother. She has worked for me for three days and all seems to be going well so far. Most of all she seems genuine and sincere about enjoying her time with my mother. It is a relief to know that someone is...
Alan A.
Cassie W.
Middletown, NY
$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I believe a babysitter plays a important role in a child's life. Therefore, I treat all children the way I would if they were my own. I have experience working with multiple children at once as well as special needs. I currently work at a daycare mainly with infants and toddlers. While babysitting I am focused on the child and I...
Cassie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cassie is great with children of all ages! She is very passionate & caring. She's very reliable as well! She works very hard and will work extra time if needed. She will always do her best at whatever task is given to her. Hiring her won't be something you regret."
Erica A.
Allison Y.
Ulster Park, NY
$25-27/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.2
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Allison! Here's a little bit about what I'm experienced in; I am a certified EMT with CPR, First Aid, BLS. I've been an EMT since 2021 with well over 4, 000 diverse calls under my belt. I've got a lot of experience with special needs, developmental disorders, emotional disorders, mental health, elderly,...
Allison can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Excellent care. On time. Wasn’t on her phone at all. She Attentive to my child and engaged with him. My child has medical problems with her being trained it made us more comfortable. She helped with his care at home a couple times also. They read books, played...
Emily G.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jackie. I have experience with children of all ages, as well as experience caring for children with special needs and multiple children. I have worked privately for families as a nanny on and off for the last 10 years. Most recently I have been working as a school counselor, but am currently on maternity leave caring for...
Jacqueline can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jackie was extremely punctual and dependable. She was great with the children and very flexible to meet their needs. She was always very happy and willing to help out with whatever we needed from her. I always felt very comfortable leaving the children with her. I...
Kerry S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have two children ages 18 and 17
many nieces and nephews and little cousins that I have cared for in the past.
I am 43 years old- I have lived in Poughkeepsie all my life.
I have stayed at home with my children and have helped family and friends with their precious little ones. I have cleaned houses and I am a local family...
Jessie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I found Jessie off of care.com and I hired her initially to take care of my 3 month old twins during the day to nanny for us before they started day care. Jessie is the sweetest, most reliable, trustworthy person. While they clearly wanted me, she juggled it all...
Lisa L.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience working in an elementary school as a pre-k aide, and have worked in private childcare for the past 2. Additionally I have raised 3 children of my own (one with special needs). I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Christine was my son's pre-school teaching assistant and I also had the pleasure to work with her on occasion. She is kind, patient and nurturing to the children. Christine was a burst of positive energy and her enthusiasm was contagious. I was so blessed and...
Maureen L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've have been nannying for over 10 years and have experience with special needs, newborns and teaching in a learning setting. I have graduated nursing school, CPR certified and currently in school for NutrItion. I currently work in the NICU at AMC as a feeding technician. I am fully vaccinated against COVID and follow all...
Catherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"OUTSTANDING sitter! Catherine is warm, kind, caring, and enthusiastic - just the type of person that you want watching your child. From the moment she met our 2-1/2 year old, she right away sat down on the floor and engaged him and started playing and talking with...
Bianca B.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wallkill, NY
Kylie R.
5.0
Kylie a wonderful caregiver. She's is extremely personable, caring, energetic and interacts with my child in a very pleasant and gentle way. My son has some health issues that many people would be uncomfortable with, and she deals with them without batting an eye. Both my family and I are...
- Katie B.
Eileen N.
5.0
Eileen is a sweet, reliable and caring person who took care of my children and dog on a daily basis for many years before we moved away. She also took care of any housekeeping and errands when we asked. She was wonderful and really became a part of our family during her time working for us.
- Rebecca D.
Julia W.
5.0
Julia has been a wonderful caretaker for our daughter from the ages of 3-9 months. The only reason we had to stop using her was relocating for a job. Our daughter loves Julia and we're very sad to no longer be working with her. She was very communicative and despite a long commute, was very punctual...
- Claire K.
Holly L.
5.0
Hired Holly to be a caregiver/companion for my 85 year old mother. She has worked for me for three days and all seems to be going well so far. Most of all she seems genuine and sincere about enjoying her time with my mother. It is a relief to know that someone is there to take her out to the mall or...
- Alan A.
Cassie W.
5.0
Hired Cassie for a last minute trip where care was needed for our 11 month old including her bedtime routine. Cassie did wonderfully and gained our trust. Beautiful care, daughter slept the whole night :) Would definitely rehire!
- Natalie N.
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