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Elizabeth M.


East Berne, NY

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

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I majored in psychology while in college at SUNY Oneonta. I also worked for the Center for Disability Services for 2 years and cared for individuals from 18-90 years old. I worked with many individuals and worked at a few different houses. I helped to bathe, toliet, make meals, prepare meals to their proper consistency, and...
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Molly B.


Schenectady, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Professional Working Within The Field Looking For Part Time Job!

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Hello, I'm Molly! I currently work for an agency in the capital district as a Community Service Coordinator. This is a full time position M-F. i love my job! In this role I oversee the Community Habilitation and Respite departments. I am looking forward to working with a great family/individual and building the trust that...
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Mitchelle O.


Albany, NY

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Awesome Creative Fun Sitter

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I absolutely love kids! I have worked with a special needs kids, infants, toddlers and pre-teens. I also am very familiar with online learning occupational, physical, and speech therapy. I am very energetic and happy to learn new things. I have also taken care of multiple children at a time and don't mind the challenge. I am a...
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Kim W.


Schenectady, NY

$23/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello , I am Kim I have been a caregiver for over 20 years to many different individuals. I absolutely love what I do, it's my passion. I'm a loving and caring person, also punctual and very hard worker. If you have any questions or interested please feel free to message me. Thank you all.

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I absolutely love kids! I have worked with a special needs kid this past year and now I am ready to make memories with new children. I also am very familiar with online learning and occupational, physical, and speech therapy. I am very energetic and happy to learn new things. I'm very patient and willing to work with you!
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Heidi L.


Albany, NY

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

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In addition to my experience as an infant teacher, I have worked with people with developmental and physical disabilities for a long time. I have CPR/first aid certified and I am willing to learn anything I need to for a specific situation.
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Nadja P.


Schenectady, NY

$10-40/hr1 yrs exp

Dog Walker

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Hi! I'm a hard-working dog mom of one to a pit bull staffy mix. During my free time, I like to go on walks, play in my backyard with my puppy, and take dance classes. I adore dogs and would love to take good care of your fur baby! I have experience with all types of dogs, including super anxious dogs, and I have experience...
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Bibi B.


Schenectady, NY

$23-31/hr10 yrs exp

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Patient advocacy and support Drug administration Patient monitoring Infection control Bathing patients including tub bath, partial bath, bed bath, and showering Oral care for patients Assisting patients with their personal hygiene, such as male and female perineal care, shaving, nail and hair care and changing clothes Collecting...
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Georgia K.


Schenectady, NY

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Basic Mental And Medical Special Needs Care Provider

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All my life I have had a passion for working with special needs children. My youngest brother is speech and developmentally delayed, and I have been working with him his entire life to ensure that he gets the proper care and respect that he deserves--whether it be emotional support and counseling, tutoring in the various...
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Kelly C.


Schenectady, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Activity Leader

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I have worked as a CNA and Activity Leader at a nursing home for 30 years. I love my job both as a caregiver and Activity Leader as activities are so important. I have done home care for the last year and absolutely love it! I have worked with the elderly and some younger age groups. Im available in the evenings, nights and most...
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Kimberly D.


Schenectady, NY

$13-50/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

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Good morning! My name is Kimberly, and I'm currently a new traveler. I've been working with children since I was 17 and loved it. I started by watching my younger nephews and then began babysitting for children in our neighborhood. Over the last few years, I've worked primarily with teens with special needs, but I love children...
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Brittney N.


Schenectady, NY

$15-43/hr5 yrs exp

Future Teacher Trying To Earn Extra $$ Before I Student Teach In September!

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I have been babysitting since I was 16 years old or maybe even younger. I have experience with ages birth - 12 years old. I currently work as a teaching assistant in a preschool with students with special needs. I am CPR & 1st aid certified as well as I have my associate's degree in early childhood education. I am currently in...

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I have some experience with special needs but am a very attentive person and have spent years caring for children.
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Alexa T.


Schenectady, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

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Hello! I am a teaching assistant for students with disabilities. I have also worked at BOCES. I have a bachelors degree in educational studies and am in graduate school majoring in special education, with a minor in general education.
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Debra F.


Albany, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

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I have worked with Special needs children for 30 years now. I also am an employee of AIM for disabled individuals who get services. I am a teacher full time during the day. I love working with children and the families we serve. It gives me great joy to see what they have accomplished and to share that goal with them!

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10+ yrs of working with the State working and caring for People with developmental disability. I am a supervisor from New York State.
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Carolina A.


Schenectady, NY

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello my name is Carolina I started doing home care helping my grandmother and also my aunt I have more than 10 year experience in home care and other needs love to help others and care like family. and also have house keeping experience and more.
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Jessica H.


Albany, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

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I work with disabled adults and work with them for 11 years. I enjoy helping others. I am passionate and caring and independent.
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Kayla B.


Schenectady, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

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Hello! I'm K : ) I provide enrichment and connection-based respite care for families of children with Autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities. I'm experienced with implementing/supporting any existing programs from behavioral, language, or OT/PT specialists. My main objective in care-work is to foster a...
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Kayla B.


Schenectady, NY

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Enrichment-based Respite Care Provider

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Hello! I'm K : ) I've been a professional educator and engaged ally in special education spaces for 16 years. At present, I provide enrichment-focused, relationally-oriented respite care for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. My practice is enrichment-based, meaning I aim to add to a child's...

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