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Elizabeth C.


Woodstock, NY

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Former Montessori Teacher With A Professional Background

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Hi there! I'm a 36-year-old artist with almost 20 years of childcare experience under my belt. After undergrad I taught at a Montessori early childhood education center, at a Reggio Emilia school, and as a lead teacher for the 2-year-old class at a more conventional preschool center -- this means I'm terrific at potty...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Tonya D.


Boiceville, NY

$19-28/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Tonya and I would like to apply for this job. I've raised three children, one with mental illness. I've also cared for my Niece that has autism and other disabilities. I worked at a group home and always wanted to help the ones that needed extra assistance. Down Syndrome, Asperger syndrome I've worked with. I...
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Vicki K.


Kingston, NY

$35-50/hr5 yrs exp

Hi all! I'm Vicki, and I've been educating children, in one environment or another, for almost 20 years! I began as a swim lessons instructor, and moved quickly onto daycare and preschool settings, followed by teaching movement classes, and ultimately teaching in early childhood, elementary, and special education classrooms. I...
I have worked both in my own family and for others with a wide variety of special needs and disabilities. I actually helped my single mother raise my younger brother who suffered from disabilities since a very young age. I have work in home and in facilities with the elderly and disabled, with both short term rehabilitation or...
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Aleah P.


Kingston, NY

$18-24/hr1 yrs exp

Hi my name is Aleah, I am 18. About to start my first year at suny ulster in the fall. I'm looking for opportunities to babysit around the area! I'm okay with working with any age range, even kids with disabilities. I also have my own transportation. I have been babysitting for the past two years, also having experience working...
Hi there! I have a huge heart for all children! I have been working with kids since I was 12 years old; about 13 years. I have worked with special needs, twins, infants up to elementary. I am currently in my gap year in pursuit if becoming a physical therapist! I love animals as well, so if you have a furry friend I will be...
Alison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sienna T.


Highland, NY

$27/hr6 yrs exp

Bubbly Sitter; Ready For Anything

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sienna but most call me Cece! People would describe me as personable and bubbly. I love to bake cakes, do fun crafts, and go to museums with kiddos! I have 6 years of professional childcare experience. I have worked with many different types of kids including those with special needs. I can help with light...
Sienna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sienna was a wonderful babysitter for our 2 year old daughter. We were in town for a wedding, and our daughter quickly warmed up to her. Sienna helped with dinner and our toddler's bedtime routine. Very grateful for the help - thanks for everything Sienna!"

Amy R.

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Michelle T.


Gardiner, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver & Concierge

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

A compassionate and experienced caregiver and community volunteer, I can assist you, a family member or friend with in-home care & companionship, light housework, bathing, med sorts, and meal prep. I can also help with transportation/errands, maintaining appointment calendars (PT/OT, Hospice), hiring & managing additional staff...
Michelle can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

5.0
"Michelle helped care for my father, who was living in my house and on hospice. She is an excellent communicator (texting me about my dad when I’m away from the house), punctual, and flexible. My work schedule fluctuates, but she was always willing to fluctuate her...

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Joycelyn N.


Highland, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked primarily with children and teens with mental health disorders. I also have experience babysitting children and teens with Sensory Processing Disorder and Aspergers and have worked with many children on the Autism spectrum. I really love working with kids and it is very rewarding to see what they are able to...
5.0
"Joycelyn is amazing. She is so good with my son! She listens and respects all the needs for my son and she goes above and beyond for our family. She is like a second mother to my son when I am away. I am so glad we found her. She would find different activities for...

Abiola G.

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Cindy H.


Saugerties, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hi my name is Cindy I have one son 23. I worked as a Montessori teacher for many years and had my own little private school/daycare for 8years. I've also cared the elderly for the past 8 years.
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Michelle T.


Gardiner, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver/Concierge

A compassionate, experienced mother, caregiver & community volunteer, I can assist with childcare, light housework/laundry, and meal prep. I can also assist with transportation/carpools and errands. I left my job as a department director to be a stay-at-home mom; I ran a daycare from my home for four years, teaching,...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Michelle is a hard worker and is willing to go the extra mile. My husband needs assistance with feeding, dressing, transferring, etc…all of which she handles with ease. "

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Cindy H.


Saugerties, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I worked with children for many years. I've cared for the elderly before teaching and also worked with children of special needs. I came back to where I love being and that is with the elder. I've been caring for the elderly for over 28years. I've worked in nursing homes and privately in many homes. I'm experienced with...
Cindy can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"My husband and I highly recommend Cindy for senior care. Cindy was an amazing healthcare assistant. Cindy took care of my mother in law for a little over a year when my husband and I were at work. My mother in law has Parkinson's disease, and Cindy helped her to...

Kelly H.

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Julia W.


New Paltz, NY

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Easy-going And Patient Babysitter

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, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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.

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Amanda D.


Saugerties, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Mom Of 2 Special Needs Children.

I am a mom of two autistic children. My house is built off of routines and organization. I have many years experience with childcare I have been watching kids for the last 30 years, on top of being a mom and a housewife
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Samantha G.


Saugerties, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Adventure Creator

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a certified school psychologist who has worked in elementary, middle and high school settings. I'm CPR and First Aid certified and have been caring for children as a sitter for 10+ years. I have experience with children who have special needs and will be happy to share my expertise . I love creating adventures for kids,...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Terri M.


Red Hook, NY

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

I have experience working as an RN in homecare supervising cna's, working in urgent care, working at a preschool and special needs school, working in the psychiatric unit of a local hospital, and teaching a medication course to direct care workers who work with differently abled adults in group homes. Personally I have...
Terri can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep, transportation
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Megan M.


New Paltz, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Creative, Kind, And Patient Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello families! My name is Megan and I am a 23-year-old graduate student studying Clinical Mental Health Counseling at SUNY New Paltz. I have 10+ years of experience with children as young as 3 months old. I also have experience with children who have special needs. I am extremely kind and patient and have always had a love for...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Megan R.


Red Hook, NY

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience caring for children, special needs individuals & the elderly. My favorite part about the work is finding ways to really connect with people, make them feel seen & heard-that my presence is more than just a task! It's a great way to connect with all sorts of people and to learn about human psychology in general...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Heather O.


Clinton Corners, NY

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Passion For Children Of All Ages

I truly love working with children of all ages and needs. I worked in health and fitness for many years as a youth athletics coach, kids Zumba instructor and CO-program creator for a special needs children's boot camp program. I love anything and everything artistic and creative involving children's activities! Lastly I've spent...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Claudia B.


New Paltz, NY

$23-28/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Claudia, I'm 29 years old and I live in New Paltz. I'm caring, honest, patient, reliable and will provide exceptional care for your child/children. My childcare experience expands across all age groups, including special needs. I look forward to meeting you!
Claudia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in West Hurley, NY

Sienna T.

5.0

Sienna was a wonderful babysitter for our 2 year old daughter. We were in town for a wedding, and our daughter quickly warmed up to her. Sienna helped with dinner and our toddler's bedtime routine. Very grateful for the help - thanks for everything Sienna!

- Amy R.

Michelle T.

5.0

Michelle took care of my Mom and assisted her with showering, meal prep and light housekeeping. She also visited with Mom which was very helpful, my Mom enjoyed talking with her. She was reliable and took good care of Mom right up until she was hospitalized and passed away. Terri

- Mary V.

Joycelyn N.

5.0

Joycelyn is amazing. She is so good with my son! She listens and respects all the needs for my son and she goes above and beyond for our family. She is like a second mother to my son when I am away. I am so glad we found her. She would find different activities for my son like going to the library...

- Abiola G.

Michelle T.

5.0

Michelle is a hard worker and is willing to go the extra mile. My husband needs assistance with feeding, dressing, transferring, etc…all of which she handles with ease.

- Care member

Cindy H.

5.0

I am a home health care physical therapist and had had the pleasure of working with clients that Cindy cares for. She takes her job seriously and genuinely cares about her clients and their families. She is skilled, attentive and willing to follow through with requests from a therapist such as...

- Carolyn G.

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