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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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Vanessa L.


Beacon, NY

$20-23/hr8 yrs exp

Here To Help!

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Hi I'm Vanessa I'm a 47-year-old mom of two. I have a 20-year-old in college going for dental hygiene and have an8-year-old daughter who is on the spectrum. she is eight going on 30 she lives with her dad during the week and with me on the weekends any questions feel free to send me a message.!
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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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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...
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...

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...
5.0
"Jackie was extremely punctual and dependable. She was great with the children and very flexible to meet their needs. She was always very happy and willing to help out with whatever we needed from her. I always...

Reviewed by Kerry S.

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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...
5.0
"She is very caring and patient "

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Erika H.


New Windsor, NY

$18-35/hr10 yrs exp

PCA

5.0

(1)

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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 .
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! "

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Kaleigh H.


Newburgh, NY

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Hello!

5.0

(1)

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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...
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...

Reviewed by Care member

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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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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...
5.0
"Hope is a true treasure! We have a daughter with special needs and Hope was more than willing to learn all of her cares. She goes above and beyond! Play dough, crafts, books, songs, games, basic ASL, building,...

Reviewed by Care member

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Monique R.


Wappingers Falls, NY

$21-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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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Carmen P.


Fishkill, NY

$30/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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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Carlos M.


Newburgh, NY

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

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A caregiver who excels in providing the utmost quality care to various individuals. Extensive experience in management/supervision, first-aid, people with special needs, customer service, and food preparation. A 7th - 12th grade Spanish Teacher in the Wallkill School District.
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Nicole E.


Newburgh, NY

$19-50/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello ! I'm a patient care Tech for a trauma 3 hospital I have 2 years experience proving patients with care and also assisting special needs patients.
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Abigail D.


Fishkill, NY

$25-38/hr6 yrs exp

Energetic Caretaker

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My name is Abby, I live in Dutchess county and I have 6 years experience caring for individuals with special needs as well as 2 years of elderly patients. (Hoyer loft and gait belt experience) I have compassion for each and every human I interact with especially those I am responsible in caring for. I love being able to give an...
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Meghan S.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$20-38/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter

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Hi! my name is Meghan and I am a licensed practical nurse. I would like to start nannying while going for my bachelors of nursing. I have 8 siblings and was a mother's helper since I was 8 years young. My younger brother has Down's syndrome so I have experience with special needs.
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Mara B.


Putnam Valley, NY

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Caring Loving Caregiver With Experience

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If your looking for a responsible trustworthy and loving caregiver then look no further. I have worked with children all my life starting as a party host in a children's arcade and babysitting throughout high school. In college I worked for a few families as well as working at a summer camp as a counselor and then as camp nurse....
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Debbie B.


Newburgh, NY

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

Teacher Assistant

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I'd describe my personality as upbeat, optimistic, energetic I like working with kids because every kid deserves quality care. The care a child receives will allow them succeed in their adult life. I'm looking for a job that is flexible in terms of schedule. I started working with kids when I started working with the board...
5.0
"Debbie is motivated ..she’s dedicated very respectful..is not afraid of hard work"

Reviewed by Care member

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Holly L.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I've been working with special needs children for eight and a half years at an elementary school as a teaching assistant. I was state certified for foster care, was certified for childcare, and I am a certified special education teaching assistant at a title 1 school.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Beacon, NY

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.

Jacqueline L.

5.0

Jackie is reliable, punctual, dependable and an absolute sweetheart. I am extremely comfortable leaving my children and pets in her care. She keeps me up to date with everything going on when I'm not there-which I love! She has been a great find for our family.

- Lisa M.

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.

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

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

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