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Dawn H.

Loving, Responsible, Experienced, Full Time Caregiver

Henrietta, NY

4.8(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
Working with children has always brought me great joy and fulfilment throughout my life. I have experience working with multiple children from newborn to school age. I have worked over 15 years with special needs children who have both physical and cognitive delays and spent many summers working in a daycare center. I am a...

Sam L. says "We hired Dawn to nanny for our ~1yo baby full time for about a year and were incredibly happy with how well she cared for our child! She was incredibly...

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Rochester, NY

3.7(1)
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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
I have a associates degree from MCC in Human Services. I have experience taking care of children and adults with special needs. I am CPR and first aid trained.

Natalia L. says "Stephanie was so sweet and I highly recommend! She came early and was very professional! I needed a last minute babysitter a few hours before my event...

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Caring, Fun, Loving Caregiver!

Rochester, NY

5.0(0)
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$16/hr
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...
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Ontario, NY

5.0(0)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Throughout the last 13 years, I have worked with individuals age 4-28 years old with various disabilities in multiple settings including daycare's, nannying, preschools, group homes, general education classrooms, OPWDD assessments, and special education classrooms. I am especially familiar with Autism and have some familiarity...
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Rochester, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
personal care
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a Licensed Practical Nurse and have been working in the nursing field for 23years. I have a great deal of compassion and ample experience working with the elderly and special needs pediatrics. I am also currently in the process of continuing my nursing education.
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Rochester, NY

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$16/hr
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello! I have past CPR and first aid certification and I am currently working to be re-certified. I have experience taking care of kids of special needs also.
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Rochester, NY

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm Jenna! A lover of music, adventure, crafts, and all things childhood development! I'm a board-certified music therapist, with 3 years of experience working with kids with complex and special needs, CPR and first aid trained as well. I look forward to working with your family!
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Interactive And Experienced Caretaker

Penfield, NY

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My name is Luis and I have been working with children for 10 years now and am currently working as a bilingual teacher assistant in the Rochester city school district. I am patient, calm when facing challenging behaviors, and fun! I have previously worked as a lead preschool teacher in a daycare, as a teacher's assistant in a...
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Working Experience/ Qualifications

Rochester, NY

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have two years of experience in daycare as the Lead Teacher in a Toddler classroom, working with children 18 months to 3 years. I am CDA certified for infants and toddlers, including CPR and pediatric first aid certified. I am comfortable with children of all ages but have the most experience with kids under 5. I love planning...
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Occupational Therapist

Rochester, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I have 10 years experience in pediatric occupational therapy. Comfortable working with a range of needs, ages and following protocols.
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Penfield, NY

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$16/hr
Hi I'm Morgan, I am 18 and a nanny to an 8-year-old with autism, I've learned many techniques from him and how to handle different situations. I always research special needs care and how to do my best to make someone feel cared for and comfortable.
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Rochester, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I am currently in college for Music Education, I am looking for a summer job working with children! I have worked as a substitute teacher for two years, and I have been babysitting others for about 7 years. I have experience working with special needs children through working as a substitute, as well as capabilities to work with...
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Licensed Practical Nurse Looking For Private Duty Position

Webster, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi - My name is Sue and I have been an LPN for 14 years, the majority of my experience has been working with special needs individuals in a Group Home setting. I also have nursing experience in Urology, wound care and home care. I have a B. A. degree in Sociology from SUNY Cortland as well. I love being a nurse, but the...
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Lets Work Together For A Better Future!

Marion, NY

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$18/hr
Hi I am Nikki I am a mom of a daughter who is 19 with Down Syndrome. I want to work in a field to help others be happy and independent in their own homes in their own ways! I currently take care of someone that has FA. This field gives me a purpose and the need and want to help people with all different abilities. Further more I...
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Special Needs Tutor And Caregiver

Rochester, NY

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Hello! With a combined 8 years of experience as a classroom teacher, special education teacher, consultant, and administrator, I've witnessed the transformative power of personalized education. I understand that every learner is unique, and I'm committed to tailoring my approach to meet your specific needs and learning style....
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Webster, NY

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$17/hr
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there, my name is Crystal and I'm an energetic and creative 33-year-old! I'm the mom of an 8-year-old daughter and enjoy babysitting and play dates. I love doing seasonal crafts, baking, pretend play, and encouraging independent play. I also have experience with special needs children! Please feel free to reach out with any...
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Lima, NY

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I have special needs caregiving experience, certified nursing assistant experience and senior care experience. I work hard for you and your loved ones. Hoping to hear from you soon!!!
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Lyons, NY

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$16/hr
6 years experience
I worked for Ontario ARC as a skills instructor and med tech, and also at Hillside Children's Center as a Youth care professional.
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Childcare/Special Needs Childcare

Webster, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
-B. S. Human Services -FL Certified Teacher Special Education K-12; General Education PreK-3 -Experience caring for multiple siblings, including families with special needs children -Capable and comfortable utilizing all medical equipment including (not limited to): pulse-ox, cpap, nebulizer, and transfer equipment -tube...
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About Me

Rochester, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
My name is Krystal and I love working with people I get along well with others and do my job to the best of my ability I have two girls and love spending time with others any more questions feel free to inbox

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