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Elise K.

Suffern, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I'm Elise! I come from a background of education, and I have experience working with a variety of different types of children, including those with disabilities. I hold both an AS and a BS in Education, and an MS in School Counseling. I am currently certified as a School Counselor in 4 US states (NY, NJ, PA, CT), and am...
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Tomkins Cove, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been working my entire life with people of all ages with developmental disabilities in different capacities. My experience also includes working more specifically with adults with dementia and Alzheimer's disease, brain trauma, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and people within the autistic spectrum. Contact me for more...
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Nanny-LPN-Baby Nurse

Salisbury Mills, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Hewitt, NJ

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I have babysat several children with special needs. I have worked in occupational therapy practices, helping to assist kids with special needs to complete activities of daily living. I also worked as a paraeducator at a specialized elementary school. The program that I worked in was for children who are multiply handicapped. I...
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Pomona, NY

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I have 7 of my own kids and 3 adopted. 25 years of experience and love children. I believe in gentle parenting and helping children become independent and curious about the world around them. Helping them to be authentic and creative. I am also familiar with Autism and other special needs.
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Rock Tavern, NY

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$21/hr
11 years experience
Making a positive impact on children's lives is my passion. For the past 11 years, I've had the joy of caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. My graduate degree in Occupational Therapy has provided me with a strong foundation in childcare and special needs care. Parents have appreciated my patient and calm...
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Part Time Babysitter

Middletown, NY

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! I graduated SUNY Oneonta May 2023 with my bachelor's in psychology and a minor in art. Since then I have worked at a clinic for 1-5-year-olds with Autism/ADHD. I then worked with special needs high school students for two years so I am well acquainted with all age groups. I have my own transportation, I'm always on time...
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Nanny AKA Fun Sitter

Middletown, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! Thank you for visiting my page :) My name is Sara and I'm 35 years old with over 15 years of experience with children of all ages. I started working in a pediatrician's office at 20 years old. Working with children and adolescents has been such a rewarding career. I believe it takes a special person to work with children....
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Harriman, NY

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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...
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Caregiver

Middletown, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello there! My names Marinella and I'm 24 years old. I have 3 years working with a quadriplegic man in his 50's. Some of the tasks of the day included light housework, Cpap machine, bathing, toileting, administering medications, injection of insulin and testosterone. I have also worked with several autistic people in a facility...
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Part-time Care Taker Available

Highland Mills, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
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...
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Childhood/Special Education Student With Over 10 Years Experience

Sloatsburg, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am currently a Montessori Teacher in New Jersey but I live in Rockland. I earned my bachelors degree from Dominican College in Orangeburg, New York where I was a Childhood/Special Education major with a concentration in History. I have worked with children as a camp counselor and head counselor for over 12 years in a camp. I...
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Nanny

Suffern, NY

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$18/hr
I have been a nanny for over 10 years. I really enjoy bonding with children and their families. I also have experience with special needs children.
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Hewitt, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as kind, gentle and compassionate I like caring for people with special needs because I want every individual to feel empowered, unique, loved and comfortable in their own skin I'm looking for a job that creates unique opportunities and experiences I started caring for people with special needs...
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Stockholm, NJ

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$25/hr
Mobility assistance
dementia
errands
respite care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Care for elders or special needs people.. Bringing joy to those aging or those who need extra assistance cooking cleaning or transportation to Doctors, grocery stores.. Happy to help those who may need respite from caring for loved one.. I am a licensed hair designer.. and raised up 3 boys alone .. Also have helped with hospice...
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Caregiver

New Windsor, NY

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
Compassionate and reliable caregiver with 5 years of experience supporting seniors and individuals with special needs. Skilled in personal care, meal prep, mobility assistance, and companionship. Trained in CPR and experienced with dementia care. Dedicated to providing respectful, empathetic, and dependable support that enhances...
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Mahwah, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Recently moved back home (Mahwah, NJ) from Boston to start an accelerated nursing program, obtain my BSN and become a registered nurse in 2026! Looking for a full-time role for the remainder of the summer until I start school in mid-September. Can also continue as part-time beyond that. Have an extensive background in child,...
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Middletown, NY

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$27/hr
20 years experience
My name is Michelle Evans Greene . I work as a Direct Support Professional for the past 20 and I'm also trained to handle individual that has special needs and intellectual disabilities. I will be a good candidate for the job to care for your family members and loved ones. I am Med certified, CPR Trained, experienced in...
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New Windsor, NY

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$30/hr
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! Since I was 8 years old my family has cared for special needs children in need of a loving, caring home. I learned to care for all types of children and help them thrive. I've worked in school and home environments with typical and special needs children of many ages. I'm hoping to find the right family to assist with...
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Cornwall on Hudson, NY

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi my name is Mikayla! I am majoring in Communication disorders to become a speech language pathologist and will be a junior at New Paltz University. My career in nannying began volunteering at a at home daycare in California during the summers. Then, locally, I volunteered at Cornwall Town Camp until I was old enough to work...
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