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Suzette H.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$18-23/hr

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I'm have worked with children with disabilities for 20 years . Since a child I have been highly passionate for seniors and children with disabilities. I try my best to carry out each patient needs and always consider the family needs and wants also. As I continue my journey in this field my goal is to always be compassionate and...
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Kayla F.


Salt Point, NY

$28/hr7 yrs exp

Loving Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Kayla. I'm 25 years old. I've been nannying professionally since I was 17. I've nannied in both NY & Florida. I am CPR certified. I also have experience with special needs children. I have experience will all ages of children, including infants as young as 4 weeks old. I currently nanny full time for a family in...
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Reily W.


Poughquag, NY

$17-21/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Big Sister

I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I started as a mother's helper to my aunt and still babysit her kids today. In the past I babysat my little brother when my mom went back to work. I have experience watching multiple kids of different ages as well kids with special needs. I enjoy interacting with kids, doing...
Reily can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have been doing my job for over 5 years now and I'm in love I love helping people I'm very social outgoing and on the love I love what I do and hopefully you pick me yo care for you !!
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Tanya R.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

FUN! Caring and Compassionate! Looking for a night out or break on the weekends, look no further. I enjoy caring for children as it comes naturally to me; being that I am a mom of two special needs children. I understand children's needs and take time to understand and allow them to enjoy being a kid. I started working...
Tanya can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Erica T.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$15-30/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Elder Care Part Time or Per Diem!!!

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.
Erica can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, visiting nurse, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Rachel P.


New Milford, CT

$13-18/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started care-taking for young children (between ages 2 and 10) when I was 13/14 years old. I babysat for about 5 years, and then started teaching swim lessons to a wide range of ages (mostly children from 3-12 years old) at the Brookfield YMCA when I was 18 years old. I have on and off been teaching youth in swimming since...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

As a seasoned childcare provider with a decade of experience, my passion for nurturing young minds and supporting families is what drives me. My journey in caregiving began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my innate ability to connect with children and make a meaningful impact on their lives. I am known for...
Pamela can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Andrea B.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Kind and knowledgeable Childcare Provider well-versed in maintaining safe and nurturing environments for children of different ages ranging from 4 months to 21 yr old special needs. Experience in household childcare, residential special needs childcare, and teaching assistant experience with special needs children.
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Clementina B.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Babysitter

I have worked with special needs children for about 13 years and I feel I am more than qualified to care for them. I have worked with autistic children for about the same amount of time. I would be interested in teaching life skills like taking them to the store, going to the mall to shop, going to pay bills, writing checks,...
Hi I am a college student at the university of Connecticut hoping to join the pre-med path. I am CPR certified and am also an emt. I have worked in the hospital ER for two years, due to Covid I decided to take a break. I am comfortable with caring for children, special needs, and helping out elderly. I am very patient,...
Stephannie can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia
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Jordan W.


Salt Point, NY

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Unique Journey

I have a deep passion for helping people with special needs. I'm always looking for work that values the individual instead of stereotyping them. I was trained to look deeper to help others seek within to unlock their potential. I've struggled with neurological disorders my whole life, and I never had anyone to teach me how to...
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Deborah C.


Hyde Park, NY

$15-30/hr

You Found Your Caregiver!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello & thank you for reading my profile. I completely understand how searching for a competent, loving & patient caregiver for your family member can be draining, scary & frustrating. I am a 60-year-old very fit independent woman who has raised 3 beautiful daughters, 1 of which is special needs. I operate an rental from my...
Deborah can also help with: Hospice services, transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, respite care & more
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Lisa C.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a mother of three adorable little people. I am dependable, adaptable, empathetic, gentle, patient, and trustworthy. I have over 10 years of experience working with people especially elderly and partially adolescents. I work in facilities and home based settings. Qualifications: Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified...
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Lakshmi B.


West Cornwall, CT

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

Providing care for children with special needs while maintaining a calm and caring demeanor. Assistance with all aspects of daily living.
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Teresa S.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nurses Assistant

Hi my name is Teresa I've been an CNA for 20 plus years, I've worked with all types of clients, dementia, combative, u name it I've done it, I can do insulin, cook, clean, run errands, take to doctors appointments, are just go for a walk... as long as it doesn't hurt the client we can enjoy each other.... I love what I do I'm...
I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 14, I'm 22 now. I love the outdoors going on walks and adventures. I'm a big animal lover I work part time at a dog shelter and also have my own dog and 2 cats. I'd be there to help with things like cleaning, errands, pets, really anything you need done. I've been watching a family of...
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Valerie H.


Litchfield, CT

$18-23/hr9 yrs exp

Special Needs Assistant

Behavior Analysts with experience working with individuals with diverse needs from infants to adults. I provide support to families and ongoing training based on established BIP.
In 10th grade, I started working at SNACK, an afterschool and weekend activity center for kids and teens with ASD and other mental disabilities. We had different classes ranging from soccer and basketball to music and yoga. I also worked as a full-time nanny for a 2-year-old girl with mental and physical disabilities. I learned...
I have 7+ years of experience in all age levels. Currently employed at The Cynthia White Children's Center. I have experience with special needs children and adults. As well as being med certified, CPR/first aide certified. I have experience with colostomy bags, g-tubes etc. I can help with Light Housekeeping, laundry, errands,...
Brittany can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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