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Amanda J.
Candor, NY
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
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I love working with children. I have 4 nieces, and come from a big family with lots of cousins, so I have been around children all my life. I spent 5 years as a teacher's aide grades K-5, and have spent the past 5 years nannying children ages infant-7 years old, including a child with special needs.
I'm fully vaccinated for...
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I was a special education teacher for approximately 10 years, and worked with a specialized team to care for students ages 14-22 with both physical and cognitive disabilities.
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Hi, I have been previously employed through HCA and have experience as a direct support professional with developmentally disabled youth and adults. I am CPR and first aid certified. I also have my Basic Life Support certification and I am currently a nursing student.
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I have experience working 1:1 with people with special needs and significant health issues. I can provide companionship, light housekeeping, meal prep, and other assistance.
Emily B.
Endicott, NY
$18-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, my name is Emily, I have 7 years of experience working with children including daycare experience, babysitting and several years as a foster parent. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I have experience with all ages, from infants to teenagers. I have parented and worked with special needs children and...
5.0
"Emily is wonderful with children of any age and pets. She always arrived on time. She is creative and patient."
Reviewed by Sarah G.
5.0
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Hi! I'm Exley! During the school year I work full time as a teaching assistant in special education so I am only available in the afternoons, during breaks and occasional weekends. I'm currently a full time online student studying to get my bachelor's degree in social work. I'm the oldest of 7 children, so I've been babysitting...
5.0
"We hired Exley to watch our baby and preschooler while we were in the area for a wedding. She was awesome and I highly recommend her! It's nerve-wracking to meet someone for the first time and then leave your...
Reviewed by Erin C.
5.0
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Hello Everyone!
My name is Ivey. For several years I have provided excellent child care for a number of families. I accommodate their house or mine and provide both as-needed and long term care. I have previously volunteered at my local library, special needs kids horseback riding, and a crisis pregnancy center. I am...
5.0
"Ivey has been the perfect sitter for our 3 year old son. She gives him the attention that he needs and keeps him busy and safe. She is punctual and keeps me updated via text and photos as to what activities...
Reviewed by Robin P.
Eve K.
Vestal, NY
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello parents!
My name is Eve, but I go by Evie, and I'm a sophomore at Binghamton University.
I grew up with a special needs twin brother, and starting at a very young age I took on the responsibilities of taking care of my brother. My parents needed a lot of help with him, I was almost a third parent! I gained a huge sense...
5.0
"I’ve had many babysitters over the years to watch my now 8 and 10 year old daughters but Eve is truly special. Typically the sitters would come in and make sure the kids were safe and plop them in front of the...
Reviewed by Andrew T.
5.0
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I left the corporate world in 2010 to begin working as a nanny. First I worked for a friend, then did it for a living. I love kids and have found that being an influence in a child's life is far more fulfilling than my work as an executive assistant. I've worked with kids with special needs (both physical and emotional), and...
5.0
"Stacie watched our little one from when he was only 2 months old until he was almost 12 months old. Stacie is absolutely amazing. She communicates constantly, genuinely loves little children. She gets him...
Reviewed by Jacob S.
5.0
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I lived in Ethiopia for 7 months in 2015 and 2016 working with one child with autism. I loved it. We worked together one-on one every day. We worked on preschool activities and entry level life skills. It was one of the best experiences of my life. I love working with kids of all ages and all backgrounds and this is just one...
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I am very experienced and reliable working with the senior population.
I worked private care for seniors, hourly and live-in, for 15 years. I have my PCA but prefer duties more companion care related
I worked 8 years for a non for profit agency, working with independent adults with developmental disabilities and special needs....
5.0
"Sage is a loving and compassionate person who is genuinely concerned for her clients and everyone around her..She has a big beautiful heart and just naturally nurtures everything around her...Her clients feel...
Reviewed by Joanne P.
5.0
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I enjoy caring for people, helping make their quality of life better. I treat individuals with the respect they deserve and use patience and humor to interact in a positive and supportive manner. I am a professional with a bachelor degree in social work from SUNY Binghamton. Experience with medication management through a...
5.0
"Laura is compassionate, gentle and very conscientious when caring for elders. In my experience with working with Laura the woman we cared for absolutely loved Laura. Laura anticipates needs that the elderly...
Reviewed by Wendy R.
5.0
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I have a daughter with OCD and a husband with PTSD. I understand special needs and have the patience and skills to handle many issues facing people with special needs.
5.0
"The only reason why Laura is no longer working with my son is that we moved to another state.
Laura is a resilient, knowledgeable, caring and patient person. She helped my son with everyday living skills;...
Reviewed by Renita N.
5.0
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I am an Occupational Therapy major in my second year at Ithaca College. I did a lot of volunteering in the past with those with special needs, leading to my passion for this career path. I am loving, fun, passionate, and understanding. I am also flexible for your needs as well. I want to connect and care for you and your loved...
Amber P.
Waverly, NY
$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I was a dsp for older and special needs individuals. I can transport, shopping, house keeping, lift etc.. anything needed
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I am mother of two teens, one of which has significant developmental delays and epilepsy. I work at the local library and am a substitute monitor in our school district.
Adena R.
Ithaca, NY
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Worked with children ages 1-15, worked as a special needs swim instructor as well as a babysitter for up to 4 children.
Lynne T.
Vestal, NY
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hi my name is Lynne and I have a great deal of experience with kids! I have four grown children who are one year apart. I was a stay at home mom for 17 years before entering the "Nanny" world eight years ago and I love it love it love it! I've been a nanny for three families all of who had twins. One set of twins are autistic...
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I'd describe my personality as kind, adventurous, and eager to learn new things.
I like working with kids because I'm apart of a big family. I have three younger siblings and several older siblings. I have babysitted my younger siblings, all of which have various special needs, throughout my life. From cooking to helping with...
Mikayla S.
Apalachin, NY
$20-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi, I am 21 years old and I am an energetic, happy, positive, organized person! I am very experienced with taking care of children with disabilities. I am able to provide a supervised, safe and stable environment for your children !
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Candor, NY
Emily B.
5.0
Emma truly cares for the children she watches over. She is dependable, a hard-worker, and loving caregiver. I have worked with Emma long-term and I am continually impressed with her professionalism and gentle nature. Not only does Emma have the right attitude and aptitude for caregiving, she has the...
- Victoria J.
Exley B.
5.0
Exley has been a huge blessing to our family. Her experience working with special needs kids makes a big difference for us since we have 2 boys on the autism spectrum. Exley is creative, attentive, patient, and responsible. Our boys love her and always look forward to when she comes over. We so...
- Kimberly F.
Ivey S.
5.0
Ivey has been the perfect sitter for our 3 year old son. She gives him the attention that he needs and keeps him busy and safe. She is punctual and keeps me updated via text and photos as to what activities they are doing. I highly recommend her!
- Robin P.
Eve K.
5.0
I’ve had many babysitters over the years to watch my now 8 and 10 year old daughters but Eve is truly special. Typically the sitters would come in and make sure the kids were safe and plop them in front of the tv. Not Eve, she fully engaged with them getting down on the floor and join in what they...
- Andrew T.
Stacie P.
5.0
Stacie cared for our one-year-old daughter in 2023 until we moved out of town and we miss her every day. Stacie is a wonderful nanny and person and our daughter loved her from the moment we met her. They would always have lots of fun together, and Stacie would talk, read and sing to her all day...
- Hannah K.
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