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Hi, my name is Katie! I graduated from Kent School and Rumsey Hall School. I have been babysitting for eight years and have gained experience with kids of all ages, with up to four at a time, including twins and kids with special needs. I have worked in various titles, including mother's helper, babysitter, nanny, tutor, and...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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I have had many years of experience working with children. I have been nannying/babysitting since I was 13. I have experience working with special needs children as well as babies. I work at a camp year round and I am in charge of a 4 different age groups every week of the summer and same goes for off season. I have been working...
Sivan B. says "We've had Ashley babysit our 9-month-old son a few times now, and plan to hire her again any time we need a sitter. She is calm, collected, and capable....
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- $17/hr
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Hi I am a college student at the university of Connecticut hoping to join the pre-med path. I am CPR certified and am also an emt. I have worked in the hospital ER for two years, due to Covid I decided to take a break. I am comfortable with caring for children, special needs, and helping out elderly. I am very patient,...
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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Nurturing children and watching them learn new things brings me immense joy. My six years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, have solidified my passion for childcare. I also have experience as a ABA therapist and am great with children that have special needs. I'm patient, creative, and...
I am the mother of two children on the Autism Spectrum and through hard work got both to speak. One now attends college and the other lives at home with us as unfortunately she is not as high functioning. For our daughter I ran an at home ABA program for nearly a decade. I know the challenge, effort and patience it takes to help...
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- $22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
With over 10 years of hands-on childcare experience, I bring not only professional know-how but a deep, personal understanding of children and their needs. As a mother of three (two just 11 months apart, one with special needs), a stepmother to three, and a proud grandmother, I've spent my life nurturing children of all ages and...
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Hi, I have been around and worked with children most of my life. I have worked in daycare, attended to children for many years in a church nursery and toddler programs, my own parents took in and cared for foster children my whole life (some with special needs). I adore working with children of any age and would love the...
Children need to be surrounded with positivity in order to truly develop, not only in academics. My level of care, dedication, and patience paired with assertiveness and management of behaviors are strengths. Working together as a team, with parents/guardians too, will make this a success.
Hello! I began volunteering at my local Cerebral Palsy Center when I was 14 yrs old, and continued volunteering, eventually landing employment as a teacher and client coordinator there. That was where it all started. I have since worked with adults and children with Autism, MS, Down Syndrome, etc.
I am a Speech/Language...
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- $18/hr
Light cleaning
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I raised all my nieces! And I took care of my son who has special needs. Baby sat for years, I am 51 and currently looking for work.
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grocery shopping
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I am a Mom of three children. Two with special needs. I have much patience and empathy.
Also, I am a new grandmother.
My experience is very varied, in that I have cared for both the elderly, young and special needs clients.
During my career, I have worked in facilities and private homes and have been in charge at times of the...
Past care in pediatrics, geriatrics, immunizations, allergy and asthma and gastroenterology. I have been a LPN for 23 years.
Carpooling
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light cleaning
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I am a mom of 3 and a former special needs preschool teacher. I have a masters in education, and am NYS certified. I love kids, and pets! I love working with children, and have experience in both special and general education. I have basically worked with kids my whole life, and am a mom to 3 of my own (8, 6 and 3 years old). I...
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- $25/hr
8 years experience
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I have 8 years of professional childcare experience in the New Milford school district, but I've been working with children since I was 13 helping to run art camps for the Village Center for the Arts. I don't mind helping with travel or grocery shopping, and I also have experience in catering and a passion for cooking and baking...
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My name is Gabriela, I'm Reliable, energetic and loving Nanny
I love kids with all my heart. I treat them as they are part of my family, actually the whole family becomes my own family it includes the dog
Some of my skills...
-Over 7 years of experience with children (ages 0-10);
-Over 1 year of experience with special...
Care Member says "We hired Gabby to help with our 3yr old son, he needed a little extra attention and loves making crafts and Gabby fit that need perfectly. She was very...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have two children ages 18 and 17
many nieces and nephews and little cousins that I have cared for in the past.
I am 43 years old- I have lived in Poughkeepsie all my life.
I have stayed at home with my children and have helped family and friends with their precious little ones. I have cleaned houses and I am a local family...
Caitlin M. says "Jessie is wonderful with my two year old daughter. My daughter loves the time they spend together every other week. Jessie brings energy, ideas for play...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Stephanie and I am an experienced childcare provider with 20 years of experience caring for children of all ages. It includes but doesn't limit the following: babysitting multiple families, caring for twins with special needs, & nannying 3 kids for almost 7 years. I'm also a mom of two boys, 4 and 7, who go to...
Kristina B. says "Stephanie was an amazing caregiver for our daughter and dog. She is extremely dependable and gave plenty of notice when she was no longer able to watch...
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
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Hi there! Looking after kids is something I am very passionate about. I have been babysitting since I was 13, getting experience with infants to high schoolers. I am a 1-on-1 transitional aid at a special needs school in Massachusetts and work there part time. I am responsible and caring, I enjoy outdoor activities and crafts, I...
Heather L. says "Mackenzie was awesome with our 1 year old. She was with us for almost 6 months on a regular basis. She was flexible and thorough on asking questions. She...
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Hello!
My name is Gabriella!
I have a lot of experience as a caretaker and nanny for young children. I love being in the helping role for other people. I consider myself a calm, kind and patient human being. I have a flexible schedule! If you have not found anyone yet please let me know.
Sincerely
Gabriella
I love what I do! Helping out the elderly or anyone and need that's my greatest passion. Knowing that I'm helping out anyone in need that's where I belong. It keeps me happy and motivated. I have done work in a nursing home and I've done home care. I'm also the oldest of four children. I love doing active things. Whether it be...
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Ashley R.
We've had Ashley babysit our 9-month-old son a few times now, and plan to hire her again any time we need a sitter. She is calm, collected,...
- Sivan B.
Gabriela D.
We hired Gabby to help with our 3yr old son, he needed a little extra attention and loves making crafts and Gabby fit that need perfectly....
- Care member
Jessie B.
Jessie is wonderful with my two year old daughter. My daughter loves the time they spend together every other week. Jessie brings energy,...
- Caitlin M.
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