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Teresa L.


Corinth, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional 2

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Hello, thank you for looking further into my qualifications. I worked for AIM for 15+ years as a resident counselor, assistant manager and manager of residential group homes and have worked for Saratoga Bridges as the Lead Instructor of a Senior Dayhab for people with Intellectual disabilities. Unfortunately, due to the COVID 19...
Hi! I have been in this field for many years and I love supporting others. I am energetic and playful looking for way to keep things positive for those around me. I enjoy playing outside when I can and learning to games to play with your loved ones. Which allows the individual to feel heard and seen. With all my skills, I am...
My name is Olivia I am 25, from Granville NY. I do have my own car, it's a 2020 Subaru. I also have a clean license. I do not smoke. I have been babysitting for a little over 9 years. I have taken my CPR/First Aid pediatrics and adult course through American Red Cross as of September of 2017. If you would like me to retake it I...
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Katelynn R.


Corinth, NY

$20-40/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time- Full Time Babysitter/ Nanny

I have watched children from newborn to 11yrs & I'm also a first time mom to a 9-month-old baby boy, I enjoy taking them for walks, to the playground, beach/ swimming, hiking and just in general enjoying nature, watching movies, playing games, helping with homework, cooking meals, bathing, getting ready for bed, getting up and...
Katelynn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I have experience working with adults and some older teenagers with disabilities. I worked for Living Resources Art Program and absolutely loved connecting with the individuals and students during my time there. If you are looking for an art teacher for your loved one, or just someone to spend to with them I am available.
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Sandra N.


Saratoga Springs, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver For Seniors

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been a caregiver for over 32 years. I am available full time or part time. I've worked with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, heart disorders, cancer, dementia, frontal lobe dementia, physical disabilities, special needs, incontinence and ambulatory issues. I am a compassionate and very honest person. I have worked with consumer...
I have a degree in special education. I have worked in classrooms and in group homes for those that need ADL skills community integration and worked on goal plans. I also worked in classrooms with students with different abilities and with those with austism spectrum.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I love spending time with kids and I always make sure they have a great time with me as well! I've been coaching gymnastics for eight years now so I have plenty of experience with kids of all ages. I've been the summer camp director at a gymnastics facility since 2019, the team director since 2020, and am currently the gym's...
Abbey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Starr S.


Queensbury, NY

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Affordable Date Night Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Starr and I offer AFFORDABLE and QUALITY care for your child/children while you enjoy a much needed date night or an overnight out. I am also looking for a long term, weekly family to nanny for. I'd describe my personality as honest, loving, and outgoing. I like working with kids because kids are such free...
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Amelia S.


Schuylerville, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver For People With Varying Needs, Companion, Home Health Aide

I started working through ARC at residences for people with developmental disabilities. I went on to work in summer camps through ARC and then I have done respite work and companion care for the same population. I would take people out to do activities that they enjoyed and run errands. I've also worked with people with varying...
I am NYS Certified Elementary/Special Education Teacher with 28+ years of experience. I have taught preschool through 12th grade. I am a single mom of three boys. I am looking for permanent part-time supplemental work doing what I love and helping kids be successful.
Hi! I am an experienced teacher who has reared 5 wonderful children. Our youngest just went to college in CA and I stepped down from classroom instruction. During my college years near Chicago, I worked with educably and physically handicapped students from the inner city each Sunday. I have patience and love to help people....
Hi name is Sherrie D. I am mom to a 22-year-old Autistic young man. I am confident and capable of working with individuals with OCD, ADHD, and Cognitive and Developmental delays. I am also a PCA
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Jeline R.


Saratoga Springs, NY

$19-50/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Adventurous, Safe

Hello :) My name is Jeline (jay-leen)! I am a college student currently in pursuit of becoming an RN. I've worked as a childcare supervisor at the YMCA for a year. Later, went on to working with the elderly as a caregiver. All of my positions being said, I have a baby (more like little man) brother who is special needs. He's...
Jeline can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

My name is McKenna , and I moved to the Saratoga area a little over a year ago. I work in one of the Ballston Spa Elementary Schools as a Special Education Aide. I've worked with students with a variety of different abilities, strengths, and weaknesses. From special needs to trauma and behaviors, I can adapt to each child I work...
Mckenna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Working with children who have special needs has been a big passion of mind since I was five. I have worked at summer camps, interned, assisted with para educators, and been a friend to all types of people! I'm very outgoing, stern when need be, and understanding about all situations. I look forward to giving your child the...
Current stay at home mom to two boys, aged 7&11. My youngest son is autistic. I am unfortunately not formally certified for special needs however, I am eager and willing to learn any specific skills required for your loved one.
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Amy D.


Queensbury, NY

$10-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked for ARC, AIM, Interm Health care, The Stanton Nursing Home, and have done private duty.
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Miranda A.


Greenfield Center, NY

$10-15/hr

I Was A Special Needs Child Myself, I Also Coparent My Ex's Son And He Is A Special Needs Boy.

First I would like to say I was a special needs child and I didn't have anybody that understood what I was going through. It was very frustrating for me. So I feel I have the personal knowledge and experience to to others and let them know they aren't alone. I have been coparenting my ex's son who is a special needs boy so he...
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Alexandra T.


Saratoga Springs, NY

$17-30/hr3 yrs exp

Elementary Special Education TA

I have worked in a self contained classroom as a teaching assistant with children with autism and also a classroom with children with social/emotional disorders.

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