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Special needs caregivers in Wassaic, NY

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Whitneyfer A.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$28-44/hr8 yrs exp

Creative Sitter

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've always been around children from working at daycare's and after school centers. The children were from the ages of 1-16. Many years of experience! I'm very artistic and creative. Experienced with children with special needs.
Whitneyfer can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Alyssa R.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

20 Year Old Girl With 8 Years Experience Watching Both Babies And Special Needs Children

Hello! I am the oldest of three so naturally my siblings became like my own kids and I have helped care for them since birth. I have an autistic 13-year-old sister and a 7-year-old brother. Currently, I work full time as an educational assistant at a school for individuals on the Autism Spectrum. I have numerous years of...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
I have a brother with disabilities he has autism. I've been around people with special needs my whole life. I'm very good with them. I hope I could be the right fit for your family.
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Ann E.


Hyde Park, NY

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

Nurse and mother of 4 grown children looking for a part time position taking care of your family members. Presently I work full time as a nurse 8-4 p.m. with adults with special needs and the elderly. I have 3 grand children and am great with babies and small children. I am looking for some more hours to fill my week and...
Ann can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, respite care, personal care, dementia
Hi, I'm Mary Carolyn (Carly) and I have a rich background in childcare, having cared for children aged 0-13, worked with special needs clients aged 8-23, and worked as a nanny for a3-month-old. Additionally, I worked as a private piano teacher for a home school group and enjoy implementing music in the lives of kids. Currently I...
Mary Carolyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Erica T.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$16-30/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

I am currently a Nurse. I have experience in all areas of the medical world from pediatrics, to geriatrics. I have experience with special needs as well.
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Loretta J.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$16-20/hr3 yrs exp

My Name Is Loretta I Have Been A Pca And Hha For 3 Years Now

Hello my name is Loretta I'm a pca and hha for 3 years now I'm looking for any hours. I just cant handle pills thats my jobs rule anything else I like do like watch for safety make breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack I can bathe give bed bath help to guide with getting dressed I'm great at cleaning.
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Carolyn T.


New Milford, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny-Live Out Available

Hello! I began volunteering at my local Cerebral Palsy Center when I was 14 yrs old, and continued volunteering, eventually landing employment as a teacher and client coordinator there. That was where it all started. I have since worked with adults and children with Autism, MS, Down Syndrome, etc. I am a Speech/Language...
I'm a nurturing childcare provider with two years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion is to support children's growth and development by providing a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment. I have a patient and calm personality, and I'm also creative and imaginative, which helps me engage children in...
I've always had a passion for helping children develop and grow, and after many years of caring for children, I've come to realize that being a caregiver is my calling. I have experience working with children of all ages and have the skills and training to provide a safe and nurturing environment for them. As a creative and...
Elyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Shantoy R.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

I work at Cardinal Hayes home for children and has 2 years of paid experience working with children that have developmental disabilities I thrive to an exceptional care to assist them with the best quality life there is.
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Kimberly C.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

I am an RN graduate from Dutchess Community College. I am from New York and worked as a cardiology registered nurse full time for the past 7 years where I am currently still employed. I am a very caring compassionate nurse and I want to be able to help out patients and their families by stepping in to care for your loved one.
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Alyssa R.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

Educational Assistant

I work at a day program and boarding private school for individuals with autism spectrum disorder aged 8-28. I am an education assistant and a 1:1 aide. I assist my student (if residential) with ADLs, assist during meals, support and work directly with the teacher and student through the entire school day in completing work,...
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Jamie S.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

I've been a nanny longterm with a couple families and also short term for families on vacation while I lived in Hawaii for 10 years. I've nannied for all different ages and demographics- foster children to celebrities children. I also have experience with special needs children.
Jamie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Tasha C.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$16-25/hr5 yrs exp

DSP/ CAREGIVER

My name is Tasha. I am currently working in a Center For Autism I also work I also work with dementia patient for years I love taking care of others and I do it to the best of my abilities.
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Brittany M.


Hyde Park, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hey! :) I'm Brittany! I am 33 years old and have worked with children for 15 years on and off. I'm an animal lover and non smoker, I have experience with children of all ages including twins and children with special needs! I love reading, crafts and playing outside. I believe that children are never giving us a hard time. They...
Brittany can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Clementina B.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

Hi. I am a Teacher Assistant for over 20 years for Dutchess County BOCES. I have experience working with Special Needs children and young adults with Autism. I enjoy working with this population because I feel it is our job as Educators/ care takers to prepare our children for real life by taking them out into the Community and...
Clementina can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Meghan S.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$20-38/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! my name is Meghan and I am a licensed practical nurse. I would like to start nannying while going for my bachelors of nursing. I have 8 siblings and was a mother's helper since I was 8 years young. My younger brother has Down's syndrome so I have experience with special needs.
Meghan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kayla D.


Bantam, CT

$22-28/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has experiance with special needs, and childcare. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. With all my skills and experience, I'm able to provide a supervised, safe, and stable environment for your...
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Susan M.


Rhinebeck, NY

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

I worked as a counselor at a special needs camp for two summers. I was very passionate about my experience and felt very fulfilled in this line of work. I have also worked as an occupational play therapist with a child with autism spectrum disorder. I would love to further my experiences with working with people with special...

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