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Isabella G.

Guilderland, NY

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Hi my name is Isabella! l am currently working as a 5th-7th grade special education teacher! I have my Masters in Educational Psychology and a BS in Special Education/Childhood Education. I have experience working with both neurotypical children and children with special needs. I have experience working with kids with Autism,...
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Guilderland, NY

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$22/hr
8 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am a certified preschool special education teacher. I am certified to teach special education and general education grades 1-6. I have experience working with infants, preschoolers, and elementary age children. I have worked with both typically developing children and children with special needs.
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Part-Time/Full-Time Babysitter

Watervliet, NY

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
My name is jen I am A certified teacher assistant. I have worked at afew elementary schools with the pre-k and kindergartens. One of the elementary schools I worked at I doing one on one with a 4th grader who is autistic. I have experience with special needs children as well. I also have experience with the elderly. I was taking...

Sandra I. says "Jennifer saved the day for us when our other babysitter canceled last minute. Jen came the same day with only hours notice."

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Fun Friend Til The End!

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
Tanika Y from Albany, Ny I am 37 yrs young and absolutely love caring for children! I'm fun loving.. energetic.. self driven and absolutely enjoy being a caregiver. I'm looking ro make some extra money. So I thought why not try doing what I love most of all. I have 15+ years of experience in childcare. Currently I have my CDA...

Care Member says "I hired Tanika to take care of my 15 year old girl, 12 yr old boy & 2 yr old baby girl & she’s absolutely amazing. She was hired as an employee but we...

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Special Education Teacher

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a special education teacher for 3 years in a school setting. I have a dual degree from The College of Saint Rose in Childhood and Special Education, a Masters Degree in Literacy from SUNY Albany and I am currently halfway through another Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism from The Sage Colleges. I...

Lindsey A. says "My son has been working with Marisa for several weeks, and she has been such a joy to work with! Easy to communicate with, flexible with scheduling, and...

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Albany, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
Hello. My name is Jessica. I have almost 10 years of experience working with children ranging from infants to Pre-k. I have also worked with children with special needs and loved it! I currently work as a Pre- k teacher at a local child care center. So this means I am fully vaccinated. am very outgoing and love to think up...

Debbie F. says "I worked with Jessica in the past and she is a very dependable .. honest and caring person . We worked together for 4 years ."

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Experienced Nanny Availale

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Travel
Hi! My name is Judy and I am presently seeking a part time or full time child care provider position. My experience includes taking care of my three grandkids from birth. The oldest is now 12 years old. I have also worked with twins and children with special needs such as autism, cerebral palsy, and ADHD for the past 4 years. My...

Alitza S. says "Judith has become a part of our family. She is absolutely amazing with our baby and our two older kids (5 & 7). She puts me at ease and is so supportive."

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Enthusiastic Caregiver- Master's In Mental Health Counseling

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! My name is Caitlin and I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a master's degree from Columbia University. I currently work at a nonprofit agency providing therapy to children and adolescents. I have a hybrid schedule with flexibility on nights and weekends, which allows me to babysit for occasional date nights, etc. I...

Dan M. says "Amazing with kids, would let watch the kids anytime"

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P C A

Schenectady, NY

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
I am a p c a I have 15years experience I also work with ms , I work with kids adults and elderly I love talking care with people
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Caregiver

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
My name is Mercedes, I'm a Venezuelan medical doctor with specialty en Toxicology and Occupational health working in the US as caregiver for elders, infants and special needs since 2009. At work my priority is safety, happiness and general well being of the caretaker on my care. Please call me Mercedes

Cathy O. says "Mercedes is kind, knowledgeable, and connects with her clients on a personal level. You can not go wrong interviewing her to see if she is the right fit...

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Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
'm a childcare provider with over 10 years of experience, including the past 8 years working in schools. I've worked with children of all ages, including those with special needs, and have a deep understanding of their unique developmental needs. I'm patient, calm, and creative, with a talent for helping children feel safe and...

Care Member says "Cuwani was warm and wonderful- the kids took to her immediately. I would highly recommend her to anyone, and I would happily rehire!"

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LPN/Aide Available Part Time/Per Diem For All Of Your Home Care Needs!

Voorheesville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
hospice services
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
13 years of experience, various settings as a CNA, life skills assistant, home care aide, and LPN of 12. 5 years as well. Med administration, CPR, assist with ADLs and household needs. I have worked with special needs/Autistic youth and adults, several patients and clients with Alzheimer's/Dementia and Parkinson's through the...

Leesha Y. says "Brittany is a wonderful nurse. She is very attentive , caring and reliable. We are very happy to have her as a member of our care team in our home"

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The Fun & Responsible Second Mom !

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello guys ! My name is Janay and I consider taking care of children as a lifestyle rather than a job because I love them so much. I have 8 years of experience inside and outside of family , including special needs children. I am currently enrolled in school to become a teacher , as I study early childhood education and child...

Eric A. says "Loves kids with a passion. Very respectful and reliable."

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Special Needs Nanny

Albany, NY

5.0(0)
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$16/hr
4 years experience
I am experienced in providing care of children with special needs such as autism, cerebral palsy, and ADHD. I am knowledgeable of the communication, learning, and physical needs of the special needs populations.
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Albany, NY

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
respite care
meal prep
Provide compassionate, attentive care to individuals, including those with special needs, ensuring safety, comfort, and well-being. Assist with daily routines, engage clients in meaningful activities, and observe physical and emotional needs. Communicate effectively with families, maintain a calm demeanor in challenging...
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Fun Enthusiastic Sitter!

Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Have worked with children of all ages. I have worked with children with special needs in a one-on-one setting. Am currently working on a degree in physical education at Russell Sage College. I have 10 nieces and nephews so am no stranger to working with children! I love being active and playing games and exploring new ideas!
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Albany, NY

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I come with over 13 years of experience working with children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, along with those who have special needs, mental health and/or behavioral concerns. I'm also a primary caretaker to my 3-year-old niece and have been raising her in my household since she was born. I'm patient, friendly, and...
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Albany, NY

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Offer safe, nurturing care for children, including those with special needs, drawing on years of experience caring for a younger sibling from infancy. Skilled in maintaining routines, engaging children in age-appropriate activities, observing developmental needs, and communicating effectively with parents.
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Albany, NY

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$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, my name is Pape! I am very experienced with children, academics, errands & cleaning. I have been working with kids for years! I cater to what the parents want mostly. I can feed, entertain, tutor, & teach them new skills. I worked with children and adults with special needs as well so I'm familiar with how to...
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Watervliet, NY

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I used to babysit for a couple of months and I also work as a teacher assistant with children with special needs
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Guilderland, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in Guilderland, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Jennifer E.

Jennifer saved the day for us when our other babysitter canceled last minute. Jen came the same day with only hours notice.

- Sandra I.

Tanika Y.

I hired Tanika to take care of my 15 year old girl, 12 yr old boy & 2 yr old baby girl & she’s absolutely amazing. She was hired as an...

- Care member

Marisa W.

My son has been working with Marisa for several weeks, and she has been such a joy to work with! Easy to communicate with, flexible with...

- Lindsey A.

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