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I am a Direct Support Professional with hands-on experience supporting children, adults, and young adults with special needs, including individuals on the autism spectrum. In my role, I provide personalized care, assist with daily living skills, and create structured activities that promote learning, independence, and social...
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Special Needs Caregiver. I recently graduated with honors from SUNY New Paltz with a BA in Psychology. I am currently enrolled in Graduate School at Mercy College for Occupational Therapy. A program dedicated to learning various techniques geared directly towards the aid of those with special needs. I am also a certified Yoga...
I also have experience with child that have disabilities and special needs, such as Autism, as I have cared for children that were Nonverbal Autistic.
Hi! I've been teaching preschool for 8 years and nannying for 10 years. Both positions allowed me to work with people from newborn to 32y/o with a myriad of special needs. I'm experienced with caring for individuals with Down syndrome, autism spectrum, adhd/add, epilepsy, food allergies and sensitivities, and more.
I'm a...
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Mara, a Full-Time Career Nanny/House-Manager with years of experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to teens. Currently, I am looking to connect with families seeking occasional, Part-Time, or additional household support.
Known as the Baby Whisperer, I bring patience, consistency, and a genuine love for...
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
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I'm Sasha and I'm 27 years old.
I have 10 years of childcare experience as a nanny and preschool teacher. I've worked with children ranging from newborn to 17. I'm experienced with working with special needs of all kinds and am certified in CPR, seizure safety, AED, narcan, as well as a certified palliative care doula.
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10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello, I am Valerie, and I love babies and children! I have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Human Services from Binghamton University. I am a mother of four, as well as an experienced preschool teacher, childcare provider, and babysitter. I have worked in elementary classrooms as well as classrooms for special needs...
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- $40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
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I have cared for children since I was a teenager for my siblings and cousins. I am a proud mother of four (home-schooled) now grown children; I have provided loving care for children as a nursery school teacher's aide, an aide in a special needs facility, a nanny for private families and a substitute teacher for all grades, with...
Rebecca Y. says "Kathleen was gentle and my baby took to her right away. She's definitely a pro! Plus, she was early and flexible with us and our schedule!"
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- $35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a Certified Para Professional since 2008 Department of Education district 75. Other Certifications include: CPR, First Aid, Defensive Driving, Infectious Disease, and Shaken Baby, Mandated Reporter, and Lock Down Safety.
I have worked with students in school setting and Private in home care.
I have assisted students...
Christina F. says "Elizabeth creates a special relationship with each child and is great with articulating their individual care and needs. She cares for them as if they...
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello! My name is Ashley and I am 27 years old. I have interned at an elementary school teaching kindergarten, 2nd grade and 4th grade. I am also certified to teach English as a second language. I work in regular classrooms as well as special education classrooms. I have also tutored 7th grade math and English, 11th grade...
Jennifer F. says "Ashley was very caring and nurturing for my daughter who was just 4 months old when she started with us. My daughter became very fond of Ashley over the...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi! I am a loving nanny and Licensed Nurse. I have been caring for children since I was about 12 years old, roughly 47 years! I have done everything from babysitting, nannying, after school care, special needs, preschool teaching assistant and newborn nurse. Currently I work privately fulfilling family needs as a newborn care...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
companionship
errands
live-in home care
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Hello, I'm a CNA and HHA. Also obtained my AS and half way through my BA in human services/psychology. For most cases, I'm overqualified, but I love what I do so much so I stay in this field. I stand for integrity in every single thing I do. I am honest and hard working with a good sense of humor and always with a smile on my...
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Emily V. I am a college student at Binghamton University, currently working toward a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and later pursuing a career in Education. I have several years of experience working with children in both academic and social settings. Particularly through my position as a Summer Para Educator, I have...
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Hi I'm Cassidy! I am 22 years old from Highland Mills NY. Caring and working with children has always been a passion of mine. Since I was 13, I have worked at multiple camps and summer programs with kids ranging in 0-13 years of age. I have baby sat for multiple families, including just previously working as a nanny for a one...
I have years of experience with special needs children from newborn-school age. I am an LPN in a newborn nursery, but also enjoy working privately with families at home. I have worked in the nursery as well as a preschool for children with a wide variety of special needs. I am especially patient and kind. I absolutely love...
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- $25/hr
Hi! My names Erin! I have a brother with severe autism. He is non verbal and for most of his life was pretty violent with himself and others. I grew up with all kinds of people from different fields of the autism world come in and try to help him with different therapy techniques and medications. I have been next to my brother...
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
I have over 10 years of experience working with children from Pre-K through high school, including students with special needs. Working alongside teachers, I've helped support students throughout the school day by keeping them on schedule, assisting with daily routines, and providing a safe, positive, and structured environment....
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
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Hi families! My name is Rachel and I am a college student from Warwick, NY! I have a little over two years in paid childcare experience and 100+ hours in special needs care. I am available all summer and I am looking to help out families and kids in any way I can! I drive, do light housekeeping, and keep the kids entertained...
Craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! I'm Alex, and I am 27 years old, currently teaching Kindergarten virtually at a charter school. This is my third year teaching and I have previously taught 2nd grade and 4th grade. In addition, my younger brother has Down syndrome, and I have been around children with special needs my entire life. I am looking for a...
I have worked in group homes where the clients had developmental disabilities, autistic, deaf, blind, mute etc.
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Kathleen C.
Kathleen was gentle and my baby took to her right away. She's definitely a pro! Plus, she was early and flexible with us and our schedule!
- Rebecca Y.
Elizabeth A.
Elizabeth creates a special relationship with each child and is great with articulating their individual care and needs. She cares for them...
- Christina F.
Ashley A.
Ashley was very caring and nurturing for my daughter who was just 4 months old when she started with us. My daughter became very fond of...
- Jennifer F.
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