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Shadene T.


Clintondale, NY

$22-30/hr5 yrs exp

Young Fun Direct Support Professional!

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Hi new friend! The name is Shadene but I prefer to go by Shay. Ive worked as Direct Support Professional for 5 years. I've worked at New Horizons and Wrap Around Service where I've worked with individuals from ages 8 years old to 70 years old. What I love most about being a DSP is being able to put a smile someone's face and...
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Patricia R.


Walden, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Sitter

5.0

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I have more than 20 years of experience working with children and 7 years experience working with special needs children. I can help with Light Housekeeping, simple meal prep and Laundry.
5.0
"Trish has spent the last 9 months with our family caring for our now 20 month old son. On top of caring for him in our house, she also made him lunch, snacks, kept his play area clean and organized and handled...

Reviewed by Julie D.

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Dy-taisha W.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$19/hr10 yrs exp

Well Experience Care Giver

5.0

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I'm a mother to a 3-year-old boy. I'm a head teacher for the toddler room, I've also cared for infants, adults with special needs, and children with special needs. I'm looking for a job where I can also bring my son with me to work. He's a typical 3-year-old boy who loves, super heroes, soccer and other sports. I'm reliable and...
5.0
"Dy-taisha Is very caring, attentive, & reliable. She enjoys working with children & loves watching them grow."

Reviewed by Lauren L.

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Morgan A.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$15-30/hr9 yrs exp

Professional, Friendly And Responsible

5.0

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I enjoy taking care of others. I have been taking care of the elderly and special needs since I was in high school and immediately after. It's rewarding to know that my care makes a difference.
5.0
"Morgan has such a caring, gentle soul. She goes above and beyond her duties. She treated my loved one as if she was caring for her own family. She came in early and left late many times when I needed her to....

Reviewed by Tracy B.

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Deserine A.


Walden, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I am a certified nurses Aid, home health aid, personal care aid, companion, for 30 years. I am very passionate towards caring for the sick and elderly. I do have experience in caring for persons with vast area of illnesses, example, cancer patient, bedbound, Alzheimer, the elderly with memory problems , Paraplegic , wound care....
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Kaleigh H.


Newburgh, NY

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Hello!

5.0

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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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Julia W.


New Paltz, NY

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Easy-going And Patient Babysitter

5.0

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Hi! I'm a 27-year-old early childhood education major. I've been working with children since I was 14, including babysitting, assistant directing children's theater productions, working with children with special needs, and teaching preschool in a federal building, which involves a high-security clearance. Most recently, I've...
5.0
"Julia has been a wonderful caretaker for our daughter from the ages of 3-9 months. The only reason we had to stop using her was relocating for a job. Our daughter loves Julia and we're very sad to no longer be...

Reviewed by Claire K.

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Joycelyn N.


Highland, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

5.0

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I have worked primarily with children and teens with mental health disorders. I also have experience babysitting children and teens with Sensory Processing Disorder and Aspergers and have worked with many children on the Autism spectrum. I really love working with kids and it is very rewarding to see what they are able to...
5.0
"Joycelyn is amazing. She is so good with my son! She listens and respects all the needs for my son and she goes above and beyond for our family. She is like a second mother to my son when I am away. I am so...

Reviewed by Abiola G.

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Marina S.


New Paltz, NY

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Patient,Calm - Available Monday And Weekend

5.0

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Hello, My name is Marina, I've been working as a nanny for 14 years. I'm current working part time for a family in New Paltz since 2018 taking care of one child who's 6 years old now. I'm responsible for picking her up after school, giving snack, taking to activities, park and light housekeeping. I also worked for a family in...
5.0
"Marina is WONDERFUL, we absolutely love her. She is so warm and kind to my son. She smiles and laughs and plays. Marina is also generous with the light-housekeeping aspect :) You can trust that your child is in...

Reviewed by Care member

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Emily C.


Wallkill, NY

$25/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

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I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Errands. i've been babysitting since I was 16. i'm also the oldest out of 3 and worked as a TA for the last 3 years in a special needs school.
5.0
"She was so great with my son. He keeps asking when she can come back."

Reviewed by Jennifer F.

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Michelle T.


Gardiner, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver/Concierge

5.0

(3)

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A compassionate, experienced mother, caregiver & community volunteer, I can assist with childcare, light housework/laundry, and meal prep. I can also assist with transportation/carpools and errands. I left my job as a department director to be a stay-at-home mom; I ran a daycare from my home for four years, teaching,...
5.0
"Michelle is a hard worker and is willing to go the extra mile. My husband needs assistance with feeding, dressing, transferring, etc…all of which she handles with ease. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Michelle T.


Gardiner, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver & Concierge

5.0

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A compassionate and experienced caregiver and community volunteer, I can assist you, a family member or friend with in-home care & companionship, light housework, bathing, med sorts, and meal prep. I can also help with transportation/errands, maintaining appointment calendars (PT/OT, Hospice), hiring & managing additional staff...
5.0
"Michelle was very caring and dedicated to taking care of my mom."

Reviewed by Care member

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Ellexis S.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Pre-K Teacher, Loves Children And Pets!

5.0

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I have nearly 15 years of experience. I have worked with infants, toddlers, older children, children with special needs. I worked as a pre-k teacher in Red Hook and I live in Pine Plains. I am happy to provide educational services, be it homework, homeschooling, or anything in between! I am trained in conscious discipline and...
5.0
"Elle watched our infant and was wonderful - communicative, professional, and she made us feel very comfortable leaving our little one with her. We look forward to working with Elle again!"

Reviewed by Care member

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Hello! I can help assist in a variety of ways, I have experience caring for special needs, and 2 months experience helping out a disabled elderly woman/friend, please reach out if you have any questions
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Shantoy R.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$17-30/hr6 yrs exp

1.0

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I have experience working with children who also has special needs and know how to take good care of them
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Katelynn M.


Gardiner, NY

$15-30/hr3 yrs exp

Behavior Therapist Looking For Part Time Babysitting On Wknds

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I have 3+ years working with children with special needs, and a year of one on one care as a behavior therapist for kids with autism. I am looking for a part time occupation on the weekends. As a therapist, I am very skilled in creative play, being organized, and most importantly having patience. I am very willing to do any...
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Lyndsey G.


Wallkill, NY

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible Yet Fun Sitter!

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Hi My Name is Lyndsey and I have 15 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry. I love children! I love caring for infants and children of all ages. I am highly attentive to details and the needs of each baby or child. I don't personally have any of my own, but I treat every child with the care they deserve, as if...
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Taylor D.


Highland, NY

$16-21/hr4 yrs exp

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I have my bachelors degree in therapeutic recreation. I have a ton of experience working with individuals with disabilities. I have worked at a school for early development with children with autism and have also worked with adults with developmental disabilities. I currently work with a girl with a genetic disorder, but they...
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Tanya M.


New Paltz, NY

$10-25/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver/Babysitter/Nanny

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I have experience in babysitting locally in my neighborhood ages 3 to 11. I'm very friendly, reliable, outgoing and most importantly trustworthy. I have experience working in hospitals, watching patients. My job title there was called a "sitter" and I made sure the patients wouldn't take out IVs or get out of bed when they...
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Andrea B.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

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Kind and knowledgeable Childcare Provider well-versed in maintaining safe and nurturing environments for children of different ages ranging from 4 months to 21 yr old special needs. Experience in household childcare, residential special needs childcare, and teaching assistant experience with special needs children.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Clintondale, NY

Patricia R.

5.0

Trish has spent the last 9 months with our family caring for our now 20 month old son. On top of caring for him in our house, she also made him lunch, snacks, kept his play area clean and organized and handled our 2 crazy dogs on top of it all. We all have absolutely loved the time we shared with...

- Julie D.

Dy-taisha W.

5.0

Dy-taisha Is very caring, attentive, & reliable. She enjoys working with children & loves watching them grow.

- Lauren L.

Morgan A.

5.0

Morgan has such a caring, gentle soul. She goes above and beyond her duties. She treated my loved one as if she was caring for her own family. She came in early and left late many times when I needed her to. She gave me such a sense of relief knowing that my family member was in safe, capable and...

- Tracy B.

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

Julia W.

5.0

Julia has been a wonderful caretaker for our daughter from the ages of 3-9 months. The only reason we had to stop using her was relocating for a job. Our daughter loves Julia and we're very sad to no longer be working with her. She was very communicative and despite a long commute, was very punctual...

- Claire K.

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