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I'm a 22-year-old college student who has a passion for working with children. I plan on becoming a pediatric occupational therapist. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old. I'm a very nurturing, patient and reliable individual! I have experience working with children from 22 months old up to 12 years. Some of my past...
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Latonya B.


Beacon, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher And Educator

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I am currently a teacher at a school that nurtures social and emotional well-being in children. I have worked as a camp counselor from the state of New York to Vermont. My employment experience also included: working as a nanny, a babysitter and a tutor for children with special needs to general education.
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Courtney L.


Beacon, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For A Great Family

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It is so amazing to see children learn. It is even more amazing to see them learn something you taught them. I have over 15 years of child care experience. Previously I have been an infant room teacher for 4 years, caring for children under 2 years old. I have also been a nanny for multiple families with children ranging in age...
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Hope K.


Wappingers Falls, NY

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

5.0

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Hi my name is Hope and I have 4 years of childcare experience for children of all ages. Ranging from 3 months to 14 yrs old. I strive in building not only a relationship with the children but the entire family. My personality can be described as creative, warm hearted and bubbly. I love to teach the children new things, do...
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"Hope is AMAZING!!! She is wonderful with my 16 month old & he adores her! I know that he’s in good hands with her & she always goes above & beyond. She regularly sends pictures & videos throughout the day...

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Kaleigh H.


Newburgh, NY

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Hello!

5.0

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Hello! My name is Kaleigh and I have just moved to the Newburgh area from Arizona. I have about 16 years of childcare experience, from babysitting to working in the behavioral health field for special needs kiddos. Currently I hold my BLS certification, RBT license and am a CNA in the states of Arizona and New York. I am...
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"She was a great big help to our family. Whenever we wanted a date night she was flexible to work with our schedule and our toddler loved playing with her. She would read books, and go on walks, she was very...

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Cayla W.


Garrison, NY

$35-45/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

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I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals with special needs in a variety of settings including clinics, early intervention centers, community, schools, and in the home. I am registered as a Behavior Therapist and also have years of experience as a private caregiver. The majority of my background is with...
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Erika H.


New Windsor, NY

$18-35/hr10 yrs exp

PCA

5.0

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Hello my name is Erika , I have experience for 10 years working with elderly population , alhzeimer brain injury diabetes , down sindrome .
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"Erika helps us on a weekly basis with making baby food and general help/ housekeeping around the house. She’s a big help and pleasant to work with. I definitely recommend! "

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Cheriene M.


New Windsor, NY

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Fun, Caring Nanny

5.0

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Hi, thank you for viewing my profile! I'm Cheriene, I'm 22 years old, a senior in college majoring in public health with a minor in psychology. I've spent a lot of times at jobs I felt were draining my energy and finally discovered what was meant for me, nannying. My passion of babysitting came from babysitting my brothers to...
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"She is very caring and patient "

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Monique R.


Wappingers Falls, NY

$21-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I am a loving, caring, hard working person looking for a family to work along with to give aid to their loved one. I will go above and beyond to ensure my client is well taken of. I have over 10 years experience working with patients who has dementia, alzheimers, ALS, parkinsons, diabetes, bed bound and special needs. I...
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Holly L.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Available

5.0

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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...
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"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...

Reviewed by Alan A.

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Jacqueline L.


Wappingers Falls, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

5.0

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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...
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"Jackie nannied for my children (2 and 5) part time for two years. She was punctual, reliable and willing to help out with laundry, cooking, organizing and errands whenever asked. The kids love her!"

Reviewed by Marci P.

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Carmen P.


Fishkill, NY

$30/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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I am 44 years old and has been taking care of a stroke patient (5 times). She can still do the things that she is used to but has to be eagle eyed when she moves just in case she falls down. When she goes to the bathroom, I have to stand by her in case of emergency. She loves to watch movies in the tv, go walking in the park....
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Sydney G.


Putnam Valley, NY

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

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I am a current student at Suny Buffalo. I've worked with kids for many years now in multiple settings. Childcare centers, camps, babysitting and special needs sports programs. I love working with kids!

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Hi! I am currently a student at SUNY Cortland majoring in Inclusive Childhood Education, when I graduate in the spring I will have certifications in both elementary education and special education. I am looking for a family that needs a caregiver this summer. While at school at school I work at the SUNY Cortland daycare and I...
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Kortney R.


Newburgh, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Teacher Available For Overnights And Weekends!

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Hello! I am a NYS certified teacher and currently work at a private school for young children with special needs. I am also a mother to 2 little ladies (they are 7 and 4). Right now I'm able to provide care in my own home or for those who need overnight care as well as weekend care (or in your home for a shorter duration). I can...
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Nicole E.


Newburgh, NY

$21/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter/ Teacher Assistant

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Hello ! I work part time at the hospital , I am CPR certified I've worked with special needs kids , I also worked as a assistant teacher . I'm very outgoing and responsible :) I'd describe my personality as mature , adaptable, understanding I like working with kids because I think it's important to provide them a safe...

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I have a lot of experience with children and young adults with a wide variety of disabilities especially with autism add/adhd and other physical and developmental challenges. I myself am a mother of two sons with autism the oldest would be 25 and my youngest is 14 so I bring lots of experience and compassion to the table.
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Eva B.


Cornwall, NY

$25-55/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny

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I'm an online English teacher. I have 2 years teaching children from 3 and up. I speak basic Spanish also. When I was in High I babysat a little. I have experience with special needs children and I know CPR. I use to take courses every year for 5 years.
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Keimira R.


New Windsor, NY

$16-21/hr6 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Keimira. I'm from Newburgh NY. I've been in this field for about 6 years now. Within the 6 years I've taken care of people who have Dementia, Alzheimer, Down Syndrome, Autism, Handicap. I do have experience with Hoyers, lifting, transferring and cleaning out catheters. I do pretty much everything. I help with...
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Meghan S.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$25-35/hr4 yrs exp

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Hi! My names Meghan and I'm a pediatric nurse and full-time college student. I am going back to school in the fall to pursue my PA degree. During this time I will no longer be working as a nurse but still want to maintain the path I love ; which is helping children and families. I have experience with Autism, ADHD , ADD , DS.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Beacon, NY

Hope K.

5.0

Hope is AMAZING!!! She is wonderful with my 16 month old & he adores her! I know that he’s in good hands with her & she always goes above & beyond. She regularly sends pictures & videos throughout the day (which I really appreciate). She has done crafts with my son & has been teaching him sign...

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Kaleigh H.

5.0

She was a great big help to our family. Whenever we wanted a date night she was flexible to work with our schedule and our toddler loved playing with her. She would read books, and go on walks, she was very attentive to him and respected all our choices for our son. She is amazing!

- Care member

Erika H.

5.0

Erika helps us on a weekly basis with making baby food and general help/ housekeeping around the house. She’s a big help and pleasant to work with. I definitely recommend!

- Care member

Cheriene M.

5.0

Cheriene was with us for about a month. She was very good with our 10 month old crawler infant. She really took good care and made sure our daughter was well attended to her needs. I would recommend her services to anyone looking for responsible, empathetic and professional care for their...

- Shashank S.

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.

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