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Zakiya C.'s Photo

Buffalo, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi families! I'm Zakiya, I am currently a K-2 Special Education Teacher and am pursuing my master's degrees in Exceptional Education and Social Work. I graduated from SUNY Buffalo State with a bachelor's degree and have dedicated my career to working with children, which has always been my passion. I have over 10 years of...
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Miranda A.'s Photo

Buffalo, NY

3.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello my name is Miranda. I have worked with people with disabilities for several years. Including community and residential setting. I have experience with multiple diagnosis and levels of independence.

Cristina M. says "Spoke over the phone. Was very responsive up to the day before coming and then never showed up or responded."

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Part-Time/Full-Time Special Needs Provider

Buffalo, NY

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
5 years experience
I have a high desire for helping others. I am a full time student so I am also willing to learn new experiences along the way. I have worked for several disability/disabled care providing companies. They taught me the knowledge and level of care needed to provide proper care. I am a reliable, honest, genuinely caring,...

Dawn P. says "Shanika is reliable, pleasant,patient,and responsible."

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Special Needs Caregiver

Buffalo, NY

5.0(0)
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$13/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello parents! My name is Jessica. I have several years experince working with children who have disabilities. I have worked with kids with autism, ADHD, ADD, etc. I love doing fun activities with kids like arts & crafts, swimming, coloring, playing games, playing outside, watching movies(Disney is my favorite!), etc. I can also...
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Franchelis C.'s Photo

Buffalo, NY

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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
I'm passionate about caring for children and have been doing so for over four years. My experience includes caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I'm a patient, creative, and friendly individual who loves playing games and engaging in educational activities with children. I also have experience with special...
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Allissa C.'s Photo

Orchard Park, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me. With 10 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I bring compassion and empathy to every caregiving situation. My background includes some college, and I hold current CPR Training and First Aid Training certifications. I'm skilled in adapting to changing...
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Julianna G.'s Photo

Gowanda, NY

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have been working with school-aged children for about five years, including a year and a half in a daycare setting, and have experience supporting both general education and special needs students. I hold a degree in early childhood education and I'm in the final stages of completing my childhood and special education degree....
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Megan A.'s Photo

Buffalo, NY

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$24/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Megan, and I would love to be considered for your nanny position. I have about two years of experience caring for children from newborns to 11 years old. During my senior year of high school, I worked as a teacher's assistant through a co-op program, which was a truly rewarding experience. The principal and...
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Roshand S.'s Photo

Buffalo, NY

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$14/hr
Hello Ihave worked in hospital as a float personal care assistant working with all age group and all departments also worked in nursing home setting working on pediatric units as well very efficient, compassionate patient and reliable person
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Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Buffalo, NY

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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Laundry. Love making kids smile, and am good with special needs kids.
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Mother Of Twins Hoping To Help Out

Buffalo, NY

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$16/hr
7 years experience
I am a freelance writer, author, aerialist, and the mother of twin toddlers hoping to provide your family with some support during this tricky time! My bachelor's degree in child and family studies, associate degree in creative writing, and experience as a medicaid service coordinator, family worker, and direct care professional...
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Direct Support

Buffalo, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I've been work with disabled adults kids and the elderly for 30 year I love what I do to make a difference in ur family life I love to learn new things everyday and I know this is my passion and love my job
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Lindsey B.'s Photo

Buffalo, NY

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$25/hr
Hello! I'm Lindsey and I have recently moved to the area from Buffalo, New York. Before going to grad school I would like to spend some time nannying. I worked in a school as a social work intern for a year and absolutely loved to work with kids. My social work background has helped me to develop social emotional learning skills...
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Caring & Compassionate Care Giver

Buffalo, NY

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$18/hr
5 years experience
I have worked in Respite House. I am familiar with seizure disorders and know a lot about diabetes, since my mom is a type 2 diabetic. I am on board with a company already and work part time for them. I have a wonderful amount of patience and love to make others smile. Background Check & Driving Check as of June 2026. Basic Life...
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Carly W.'s Photo

Buffalo, NY

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi there! My name is Carly! While I may not have a long history of traditional babysitting, I have been working as a TA full-time with young children with special needs for 2 years now - and I truly love what I do. I'm also currently in school studying Early Childhood Education because nurturing and supporting young minds is my...
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CNA,HHA,LPN

Buffalo, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Many references, clean driving record. Medication Management. Errands, cooking, cleaning, nursing experience. Kind, thoughtful, and I like making that human connection.
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Beyond Babysitting

Buffalo, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Layla, a UB graduate student with 10 years of childcare experience with children of all ages, including infants, multiples, children with special needs, and larger families. I have a B. S. in Health Sciences and experience as a pediatric medical assistant, preschool teacher, tutor, and children's cooking school...
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About Me

Buffalo, NY

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Aleigha and I'm 22. I've been working in the childcare field for 5 years and I currently work as a teacher assistant at a special needs school. I have experience with ages 1-10 and I'm also open to doing housework or making dinner. I can cook a large variety of meals, and I'm flexible with dietary restrictions and...
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Medical, Education, Healthcare Background

Buffalo, NY

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$17/hr
I have been in the healthcare environment since I was 18 years old. I have done one-on-one care for students in a school setting. I do currently private duty for a young man with autism. I have a background in emergency medical services and phlebotomy. I'm currently interested in doing private home care because I believe...
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Caregiver,nurse & Other Duties

Buffalo, NY

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
companionship
hospice services
+ 1 more
Lpn of 20+ yrs with geriatric, dementia, pediatric & special needs experience. Honest, reliable & trustworthy. Non-smoker with transportation, comfortable with Pets.
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  • The average posted rate is $25.00/hr as of October 2026

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