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Kristen L.
Akron, NY
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Kristen. I am 30 years old and a mom to a 2-year-old. One of the most rewarding jobs I ever had was working in a group home for developmentally disabled adults. I loved being able to go to work knowing that I was going into another family setting. Sure, there were struggles some days, but we got through them. I am...
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I have worked in specialty education (primarily autism) and with the disabled population for 20+ years. Most of my experience is with kids but worked with adults thru People, Inc for 4. 5 years. While with People, Inc, I received quite a bit of specialty medical training (i. e. g-tube, general med administration). I worked as a...
Crystal R.
Akron, NY
$15-20/hr
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I have a great ability to adjust to working with many types of people. I feel everyone is special and deserves to live their best life.
Emily H.
Akron, NY
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hello all! I was born and raised in Akron, NY but I am currently living in the Jamestown area. I have 8 years experience with children! I have worked with children ages 6 months-12 years old. I went to college for education and currently hold an associates degree in early childhood education. Also, I have experience with kids...
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I have worked as a home health aide mainly for paraplegic individuals. I am comfortable with simple first aid, housekeeping, light meal prep, and dressing.
Emma W.
East Amherst, NY
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hello! I'm Emma! I became a certified babysitter at age 13 and have always enjoyed working with children. If I had to describe myself as a babysitter and person in general I would say I'm patient, fun, reliable, caring and creative. One of my favorite things to do as a babysitter/caregiver is coming up with new crafts and...
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Sara H.
Alden, NY
$30/hr • 9 yrs exp
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I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I love young kids. I have been a lifeguard and swim instructor for 9 years now as well as have been babysitting. I am trained in CPR, AED, First-Aid, Lifeguard rescue, and early survival swimming. I have helped hundreds of kids ages 5 months-12 years...
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Hello! All through high school, I was the neighborhood babysitter. After graduating high school, I moved down to Orlando, FL where I lived with a family, caring full time for an infant (2 months when I first arrived, and 3 y/o). I took care of the infant while the toddler was in school, took care of household chores, and...
5.0
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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...
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...
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4.5
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I've cared for special needs, elderly, post surgical, home from the hospital, end of life, and those just needing a little help .. Sadly, I cared my my mother during her last years and know how hard it is to find someone who will care for those you love the way you would. That s why I started doing this. Not just to help the...
5.0
"We are so lucky to have found Becky. She is incredibly thoughtful and on top of every detail when she takes care of my parents (who are in their 90's). Her expertise with dementia and geriatric health has been...
Reviewed by Patricia H.
Eleanor K.
East Aurora, NY
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! I am Ellee and I am 20 years old. I am a high school graduate and I am currently enrolled in an Occupational Therapy program. I have been babysitting outside of my home since the age of 12 and since I was 9 years old in my own home. I took the babysitting and child care certification class at my school. I have experience...
5.0
"Ellee was always a wonderful help in assisting me with my twins with special needs. Always had a positive attitude, willingness to help whenever she possibly could & my family loved having her around!
She has...
Reviewed by Amiee F.
Jennifer C.
Buffalo, NY
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I am a very nurturing motherly person, who loves to be engaging with kids of all ages. I love art, dance, books, yoga, mindfulness, & sign language! I am looking for work in the areas of child care and/or yoga, since I am a certified yoga instructor for adults & kids, as well as a nanny.
I am a Stay At Home Mom to a 2-year-old....
5.0
"Jenn has been amazing with our daughter, who she has cared for since she was 8 months and is now a year old.
As first time parents, Jenn has made our transition back to work as smooth as possible. Having our...
Reviewed by Ruby P.
3.7
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Hello, my name is Taylor. I have been working with kids for awhile now. I was a lifeguard for 3 years, and I have worked with all different kinds of kids. I am also a certified behavior technician, which means a behavioral technician provides mental health services to patients who struggle with a variety of behavioral problems,...
Pamela L.
Lockport, NY
< $10/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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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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Hello! My name is Ally, I am 23 years old and during the school year I am a special education I have experience working with children of all ages and abilities in various jobs. Besides teaching, I work for County Department of Parks and Recreation helping to run some of their adaptive programs, which are designed for children...
5.0
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Hi, my name is Sarah. I'm 23. I have experience working with children ranging in age from newborn NICU babies up to children 7 years old.
As a young teenager I did child care through my church,
babysat throughout highschool, and volunteered with special needs kids. More recently, I was a full-time nanny for 2 under 2 for just...
5.0
"Sarah is excellent with kids. She is dependable and responsible. I love that Sarah gets down to eye level with kids and really connects with them."
Reviewed by Wendy G.
Charles G.
Buffalo, NY
$35-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
I've Worked With The Mentally Disabled For 5years And Also Worked For People Inc.
5.0
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I work with the mentally disabled and have years of experience that I can provide! I've worked with all ages from youth to senior citizens! Also dealt with handling medication for my clients! I'm a very out going person and love what I do so if you want someone to care for your family member with top care, I'm your guy!
5.0
"Charles is a great caregiver. He took good care of my mother before she passed away and she grew to love him very much. He was always on time and tended to her needs and never had any issues or complaints. He...
Reviewed by Elizabeth D.
5.0
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Hi! My name is Justice and I'm a recent graduate at the University of Arizona, studying Community Education. I have over six years of babysitting and nannying experience with children of all ages, as well as special needs. I'm outgoing, fun, organized, caring, and flexible with my time. I love doing fun activities with children...
Loleta L.
Buffalo, NY
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello my name is Loleta I would be glad to meet you an your family. I am a mother of 4, who are all now grow up. I was also a respit foster mother of children in need, I've care for Special needs children as well, I am also a caregiver, I am CPR certified and medication tech certified. I am great with companion care. I love...
5.0
"Loleta is the best sitter that I have had. She is kind and genuine. Loleta is also very punctual and reliable. My son absolutely loves her. I would highly recommend Loleta!"
Reviewed by Nikki N.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Akron, NY
Laura D.
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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Rebecca G.
5.0
We are so lucky to have found Becky. She is incredibly thoughtful and on top of every detail when she takes care of my parents (who are in their 90's). Her expertise with dementia and geriatric health has been amazing She goes above and beyond to help our family each week and we honestly don't know...
- Patricia H.
Eleanor K.
5.0
Ellee was always a wonderful help in assisting me with my twins with special needs. Always had a positive attitude, willingness to help whenever she possibly could & my family loved having her around!
She has wonderful work ethics and would be a great asset to any company.
- Amiee F.
Jennifer C.
5.0
Jenn has been amazing with our daughter, who she has cared for since she was 8 months and is now a year old.
As first time parents, Jenn has made our transition back to work as smooth as possible. Having our first-born watched by another person, and elsewhere, other than the comfort of our own...
- Ruby P.
Sarah B.
5.0
Sarah is a wonderful caretaker. She is patient, kind, dependable, and fun. My 5 year old daughter absolutely adores her and is always asking when Sarah can play again. I couldn't ask for a better person to watch over my child.
- Lesley S.
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