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Laura D.

Nanny

Tonawanda, NY

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Lockport, NY

5.0(0)
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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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Tonawanda, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience in a wide range of areas. Please contact me with any questions !!! Ive worked with children and adults who have have a range of disabilities from dementia, parkinsons, Tbi patients as well as behavior issues. Ive worker with children and the elderly .
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Buffalo, NY

5.0(0)
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$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Aurora and I would love to work with you :) I am a 21-year-old college student looking for a job as a babysitter or caregiver. I have several years of experience working with children of various ages from different families. I am fluent both in English and Italian. I lived in Italy for several years. I attended...
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Buffalo, NY

5.0(0)
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$23/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! My name is Aurora and I would love to work with you :) I am a 25-year-old college student looking for a job as a babysitter. I have several years of experience working with children of various ages. I am fluent both in English and Italian. I lived in Italy for several years. I attended school there and I worked part time...
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Elma, NY

5.0(1)
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$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have raised 6 children of my own and have a 16yr old son with ODD and ADHD still at home. I am the parent of a special needs daughter ( cerebral palsy) and have been a school district parent advocate for 10 years. I attended college for nursing. I have been a nanny for three families until their children were school age.,. I...

Care Member says "Rebecca is an amazing caregiver. Very educated regarding all aspects of caregiving. Becky is someone you can wholly trust with your loved one. It was...

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Buffalo, NY

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! I'm Lindsey (24) and I just moved back to Buffalo after spending the past 2 years in Denver, Colorado where I worked as a behavior therapist/direct care specialist for adults and kids with special needs. I worked with many families through care. com during my time there and would love to continue. My schedule is currently...

Timothy L. says "We had a great experience with Lindsey, who came to babysit our three-year-old son. She was right on time, asked great questions, and was really...

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Senior Care

Elma, NY

4.5(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
personal care
hospice services
mobility assistance
dementia
+ 1 more
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...

Patricia H. says "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)....

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Special Needs Caregiver

Elma, NY

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a 23 yr old with Cerebral palsy and hydrocephalus and a son with ODD and ADHD. I have extensive experience with dementia, CHF, kidney disease, ODD, ADHD, cerebral palsy, TBI's and much more. I was trained in basic physical therapy and medicine mgmt. I have been a Special needs parent advocate for 10 years in our school...
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Part-time Babysitter

Batavia, NY

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello there! My name is Kayla and I have been babysitting since I was about 12 years old. I have a cousin who is special needs that I was around growing up. When I was old enough to get a full time job I kept it as a side gig and still helped family and friends and others on this site whenever I could. I have cared for children...

Care Member says "Exceptional Nanny! Kayla has been an absolute godsend for our family of three energetic boys when we recently moved and we did not have summer camps or...

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Tonawanda, NY

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Ella and I am 23 years! I've worked in childcare my whole life including nannying for several families and working many positions for the YMCA (after school program). With 6+ years of experience working with kiddos of all ages, abilities, behaviors and needs, I continue to love meeting and caring for all families...

William W. says "Very good 10/10 would recommend"

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Buffalo, NY

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$20/hr
Meal prep
respite care
light cleaning
errands
I have special needs children & also a medically frail child. I have experience with medication management, at home dialysis care, feeding through g/j tubes as well as general hygiene for those with medical needs and home upkeep.
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Buffalo, NY

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$16/hr
Meal prep
respite care
transportation
light cleaning
errands
I've worked at a residential facility for kids with special needs for two years. Some of these kids are low functioning and need support with all daily tasks. I have plenty of patience and care to help anyone in need!
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Lockport, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting for 3 years for the same family, I care for their two kids and their two dogs, I also have been working for Orlean Niagara Boces the Royhart learning Center for 3 years. Classes with children that are behavioral and have special needs. I love children, caring for them and creating a relationship with...
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Lockport, NY

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have 5 years of volunteer activities aide experience at an adult care facility and 5 years of experience working in childcare. I've also worked with special needs kiddos since May 2024. I can help with Home Care and Light Housecleaning as well.
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Lockport, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I'm a friendly and patient caregiver with 16 years of experience caring for seniors but have also done caregiving for children in the past. I also have a daughter and a step son with special needs. . My services include verbal communication about your child's day during pickup, regular updates via text or phone call, and...
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Certified Teaching Assistant With Special Needs. Also A Nanny For 4 Year

Buffalo, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have over 25 years of experience working with children of all ages with special needs which we intergraded into regular classrooms. I am a nanny for a 6-year-old from the time she was born until present including her brother who is now 4 years old. References upon request
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Tonawanda, NY

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi! I'm brand new to this platform but have been caring for kids of all ages, from toddlers to teens for 8 years. With regard to my availability, I'm flexible! We can discuss your needs and I'll do my best to accommodate. I'm also willing to lend a hand in whatever I can to make your life easier. I am a licensed EMT, with...
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Certified In Special Needs!

Buffalo, NY

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I an a certified behavior technician, which means a behavioral technician provides mental health services to patients who struggle with a variety of behavioral problems, including psychiatric disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance abuse, physical, and emotional abuse.
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Lockport, NY

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have 5 years experience as a child care worker with ages 2 months up to 12 years. I work at a special needs school M-F until 3 p.m. and am currently looking for an after school or weekend job :)

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Laura D.

I was able to hire Laura while my main childcare (grandma) was recovering from surgery. She was incredibly engaged with my boys and my...

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Rebecca G.

Rebecca is an amazing caregiver. Very educated regarding all aspects of caregiving. Becky is someone you can wholly trust with your loved...

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Lindsey B.

We had a great experience with Lindsey, who came to babysit our three-year-old son. She was right on time, asked great questions, and was...

- Timothy L.

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