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Susan S.


Youngstown, NY

$19-29/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver With A Very Flexible Schedule To Meet Your Needs.

I have worked with children and adults with special needs for 14 years. I am passionate about what I do because I learn something new each time I am able to spend time with the people I care for.
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Julia Z.


Youngstown, NY

$10-15/hr

Part-time Caregiver

I have grown up surrounded with the privilege of being able to engage with children that have special needs- with experience in lots of different areas, I would love to talk about! Let's get connected, and I promise to make a positive impact on your child/children/ family member(s).
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Susan M.


Lewiston, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Stay-at at-home mom, nursing background. Kids are getting older so I now have flexible availability. Would love to find a family for part-time work.
I have been babysitting sense I was 13 for family friends and for family's at jobs I have worked at, I have also worked with kids with special needs, therapy riding, and work with kids to teach them how to ride horses. Taking care of kids and helping families is something I enjoy doing cooking, cleaning, helping with homework,...
Cameryn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Nikki L.


Ransomville, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

I was a CNA for 11 years. I have experience with many different types of mental and physical disabilities. I am reliable, personable, and patient.
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Kristen M.


Lewiston, NY

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

I have career and personal experience working with children with special needs. I would love to hear more about the needs of your child and work along side your family to offer the personalized type of care that fits your children's needs.
I have experience with kids of all ages as well as kids with special needs! I started babysitting my 4 younger brothers at age 13. At 14 I started babysitting for family friends through out my teenage and adult years. I have experience as a full time nanny as well! I have coached cheerleading at the middle and high school...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Elizabeth M.


Lockport, NY

$18/hr10 yrs exp

MEET ELIZABETH

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Elizabeth, I have 22 years experience in healthcare. I've been an lpn and a private care/companion for seniors with special needs. I have a heart and passion for those in need of companionship and in home/ long-term care. I have managed home care teams I am well qualified Dependable Flexible Team player Hoyer...
Elizabeth can also help with: Dementia, home modification, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Liz took care of both of my parents. She was professional, loving and compassionate and fun. Would definitely recommend."

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Linda L.


Niagara Falls, NY

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children for over 20 years. I had a licensed childcare facility and took care of several children with a spectrum of autism, including asperger's. I am patient, I love children and animals. I am a non smoker, and I have had over 20 years training in CPR and first aid, as I worked 8 years in a nursing home. I...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I am Angie! I am currently going to school for human services and have learned so much about disabilities and mental health. I would love to help your humans life and add positivity to their life. Due to the individual having challenges I would love to make their life more simple!
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Laura D.


Tonawanda, NY

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny

Working with children you need a lot of patience. It helps to be creative with things to do and apply that to watching kids. I've nannied for two families, with multiple kids aged 9 months to 3 years. Care for the kids included changing diapers, taking them for walks, reading to them, making lunch, and doing arts & crafts. I...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"I was able to hire Laura while my main childcare (grandma) was recovering from surgery. She was incredibly engaged with my boys and my oldest asked for her often! Bonus, she has a beautiful singing voice so enjoy her singing songs with your kids!"

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Pamela L.


Lockport, NY

< $10/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a degree in special education and I am currently subbing in local public schools. I have worked with severely and profoundly handicapped, children with autism, blind and print handicapped, deaf(although I would need a refresher course in sign language). Just about every modality.
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Zakiya H.


Tonawanda, NY

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am 25 years old currently attending graduate school. I am getting my masters in exceptional education and social work. I love working with children and have my whole life. I graduated from Suny Buffalo state. I previously taught at the summit center. I have 7 years of experience. I also worked at a daycare and just for kids...
Zakiya can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Jaimee C.


Tonawanda, NY

$25-40/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced, Outgoing And Responsible College Student

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a kindhearted&responsible young woman. I graduated UB with a degree in communication disorders &sciences. I currently work as an ABA Therapist (Behavioral Specialist) for children with special needs. ABA therapy occurs in the natural environment which helps us understand how behavior works, how behavior is affected by the...
Jaimee can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Amy G.


Grand Island, NY

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

I'm Here To Help

Started with my own siblings then to school s as a aide and driving busses for transportation. I worked with wheelchairs so I know my way around lifts wheelchairs, insulin, EpiPens, I've help and I courage supported for daily life. Amazing people
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Zakiya H.


Tonawanda, NY

$16-50/hr3 yrs exp

I am 22 years old currently attending graduate school. I am getting my masters in exceptional education. I love working with children and have my whole life. I attend SUNY at buffalo state college. I currently work at buffalo state child care with children the age of 6 weeks to 4 years old. I have 6 years of experience. I also...
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Leah G.


North Tonawanda, NY

$10-25/hr1 yrs exp

I'm Leah!! I'm An Easy Going Fun Person And Love To Be With Children!

I'm an assistant teacher at a daycare, I have experience from newborns all the way up to school age children. I have been at my daycare for about a year now and I absolutely love working with children. I am CPR certified and I also have experience with children with special needs. I'm going to college for Early Childhood...
Leah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Paige P.


Tonawanda, NY

$17-25/hr

College Student Looking For Occasional Babysitting Position

I have worked with children ages 18 months to 8 years old in a church child care service. In the church child care service myself along with two other volunteers watch children in a classroom while parents attend mass. Our main objective is to entertain the children by playing with them while also helping the younger ones learn...
Paige can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Audrey R.


Buffalo, NY

$22-28/hr6 yrs exp

Experience With Children And Adults With I/DD

I have experience working with children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through both an agency and with independent families. I am a graduate student seeking flexible employment related to my future field (i. e., working in school psychology). Please feel free to reach out if you'd like to connect!
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Whitney M.


Buffalo, NY

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have worked with high schools with special needs, including physical and mental disorders.

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