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Colleen C.

Buffalo, NY

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a mom of 5! Including medically fragile & special needs children. I have autistic children & a child with ADHD. I am gentle natured & can care for any age range as well as juggle multiple tasks within the home. I believe routine is just as important as play!
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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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Babysitter For Children With Special Needs

East Aurora, NY

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$16/hr
3 years experience
I have lots of special needs care experience because of my youngest brother who has Down Syndrome. I had started to babysit my siblings when I was only 9 years old, and have since been babysitting them up until recently when I started college. I have also babysat children with mild to severe autism on separate occasions for a...
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Warm, Knowledgeable Companion

Buffalo, NY

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$16/hr
9 years experience
My name is Jasmine! I have worked in the field for over 10 years. I have experience at the Youth Program, the cantilician centers for learning, the ARC, People inc. and some independent jobs as well.
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Georgina W.'s Photo

Buffalo, NY

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$17/hr
In 2008, I was employed at Deaconess Hospital as a Certified Nursing Assistant on a unit dedicated to caring for disabled children with various congenital anomalies. Witnessing children who had been abandoned by their parents at birth, and seeing them relying solely on our care, instilled in me a profound sense of love,...
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Enthusiastic And Compassionate

Orchard Park, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
respite care
I have been around children and babysitting since my teens. I have spent many days over at elderly neighbors homes having coffee and listening to stories. I was a stay at home mom for a good while with a special needs son who needed 100% full care. When my son was young I worked as a medical ast in a doctors office. I took time...
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Orchard Park, NY

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 6 children ages 2 months to 16. I love children and am very experienced. I have experience with special needs as well. I can travel or have the children brought to me.
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Buffalo, NY

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Autumn and I have plenty of experience with children and animals. I had worked with a company for children with disabilities and loved it!!!!
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Lancaster, NY

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$18/hr
3 years experience
I have worked with the YMCA Program in childcare for over 2 years now. I also have lots of experience with babysitting for family friends and neighbors. Through my time at the Y I got CPR and first aid certified. I have also worked with children of different abilities while in afterschool programs and summer camp. I am currently...
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Buffalo, NY

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$40/hr
I am a Registered Nurse with years of experience in home care. I have extensive experience working with pediatric, adult, and geriatric clients. I am confident in both skilled nursing tasks and day-to-day support, always prioritizing safety, dignity, and comfort. In addition I have experience serving as a personal shopper and...
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Buffalo, NY

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Hi there! I am a special education teacher hoping to find a family in need of consistent afternoon or evening childcare. My previous experience includes childcare for children aged 10 weeks-12 years of age. I am comfortable working with children of any age! I also have experience working with children who are neurodivergent or...
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Depew, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
For over a decade, I've dedicated myself to nurturing children and supporting families. My goal is to provide a safe and engaging environment where children can thrive. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, which helps me connect with kids of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I'm comfortable caring for one child at a time. I...
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Reale B.'s Photo

Buffalo, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
errands
respite care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Experienced senior care provider with 15+ years in caregiving, specializing in dementia and memory care. CPR certified and skilled in personal care, bathing, dressing, and medication support. I also have extensive experience supporting adults with special needs autism , including trach care, G/J-tube feeding, and nonverbal...
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Depew, NY

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm Corinne, and I have 4 years of experience and ongoing training working with people with disabilities. I have worked in special education classrooms as a classroom aide, teaching assistant, and one-on-one aide. My experience has been working with students ages 0-22, but I am open to all ages beyond that. I've worked with...
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Enthusiastic Nanny To Be!

Buffalo, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi my name is Brittany! I graduated with my Bachelor's in English and Communication in 2016. Afterwards, I attended the University at Buffalo and graduated with my Master of Social Work in 2019. I have tutored in multiple subjects for children and teenagers including those with special needs. I also have babysitting...
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Former Nursery Teacher

Buffalo, NY

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
My name is Barbara, and I love working with and being around kids. For about 5 years I was a Sunday school teacher at my former church. I also sit for a close family friend on occasion. I have a passion for helping kids learn things like, art, reading and writing. I also have a lot of experience working with babies. I was a...
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Colleen C.'s Photo

Buffalo, NY

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$20/hr
Respite care
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
I have special needs children & also a medically frail child. I have experience with medication management, at home dialysis care, feeding through g/j tubes as well as general hygiene for those with medical needs and home upkeep.
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Caregiver,nurse & Other Duties

Buffalo, NY

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
companionship
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 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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Buffalo, NY

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello my name is sarah im a mother of four children. I have over 10 years of experience working in daycare and the school systems with all different age groups. I love working with children. I've also worked with children that have special needs.
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Attentive And Caring

Orchard Park, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Had a special needs son. Worked as a medical ast and school aide. Had a gap between work as son was 100% depend on me for care. Also went on to have 2 daughters. Son has since passed away after a 19 year fight. When he wasn't attending school we was home schooled. Have multi tasked doctors appointments with youth sports and...
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