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Tanika Y.

Fun Friend Til The End!

Albany, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
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...
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Part Time Babysitter Also Dog Sitter

Hudson, NY

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$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
As a CPR-certified and education-certified nanny with over 8 years of experience, I have a strong background in working with children aged 5 months to 12 years. My passion for toddler development has been honed through extensive work in daycares and Montessori settings. With a background in music education, I incorporate...
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12 Years Special Needs Caregiver Experience

Hudson, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I worked as a direct support professional for almost 12 years, and I stayed in the field so long because of how rewarding it can be. While employed at a former agency, I received an employee award for fulfilling the lifelong dream of one of my individuals. At the last agency I was employed at, I received employee of the month...
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Special Needs Caregiver

New Lebanon, NY

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$16/hr
5 years experience
I have worked for COARC and Wildwood Programs. I have a Child Care Technican Certificate from St. Margaret's Center for Children. I have many years of experience with caring for special needs children.
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Hudson, NY

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$24/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'm passionate about nurturing young minds and creating a safe, positive environment for children to grow and thrive. I have one year of childcare experience with kids of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, and I currently work full-time as a Pediatric Dental Assistant, where I care for children daily-including those with...
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Nurturing Nanny/Sitter And Special Needs Knowledgeable

Catskill, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I'd describe my personality as positive, nurturing, and adaptable. I like working with kids because every child deserves care devoted to who they are. I started working with kids when I was 10 starting as a mother's helper. Since, I have babysat for ages 3 months to 12 years old as well as nannying for 3 kids, 6 years to 14...
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Selkirk, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver with a strong background supporting children and adults with special needs. I have hands-on experience with ADD/ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, developmental delays, mobility challenges, speech delays, Down Syndrome, and more. I provide personal care, feeding, behavioral support,...
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Hudson, NY

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Thank you for considering me for your family/home! Choosing me: you'll welcome a learner-led Educator and artist/designer, with 6 years of experience working with children of various ages & children with special needs. Having worked in diverse childcare settings- Preschool, Montessori, Daycare, High School, Park Districts,...
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Compassionate, Educated Semi-retired Person

Glenmont, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I have a master's degree and special education, but more importantly I have four decades of working with people with varying needs. I am a tutor, teacher, advocate and friendly person!
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Albany, NY

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Hello, I'm Kala! a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with 4 years of experience in caring for individuals with special needs. Offering respite care, Community Habilitation, companionship, and special needs care, I bring a deep understanding of autism, Auditory Processing Disorders, Food...
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NYS Retired Teacher. Special Needs Care Experience

Westerlo, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Mom of two, grandmother of three, sister of special needs adult and school teacher 25+ K-12. Love to be with adults/children/toddlers/babies. I am organized, good sense of humor, can transport, make simple meals, light pick-up, organize activities, help with schoolwork/tasks/errands, computer savvy with online learning...
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Albany, NY

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$22/hr
1 year experience
I am 4th year medical student with varied experience as it ranges working as a personal assistant, summer school instructor, and service learner with individuals of differing special needs.
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East Greenbush, NY

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
My interests include being outdoors, reading, exercising, animals and volunteering. I have been babysitting for approximately 10 years for children of all ages. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I currently work with families and children and have experiences with infants and children with special needs. I am available weekends...
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Germantown, NY

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$19/hr
Compassionate Counseling Psychology professional with 7+ years of experience delivering behavioral health support, case management, and rehabilitation services. Proven track record of improving client outcomes, reducing recidivism risks, and enhancing community integration through evidence-based interventions.
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Feura Bush, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I am currently a special education preschool teacher. I have been working with children (mainly special needs) for the past 10 years. I have my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood and Special Education and my Master's in Literacy. I occasionally babysit and have done so in the past as well. I enjoy being outside and on the go...
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Responsible,compassionate And Young At Heart

Greenville, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 10 plus years of experience. I've worked in Special Education (Elementary and Middle School) Human Services fields(Special Needs children to Adults) and Elderly Care. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Grocery Shopping and run errands. I've had training with First Aid and CPR. I'm an animal lover and have 6 years...
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$18/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant with three years of hands-on experience supporting adults with special needs. I'm fun, calm, and creative, and I bring a lot of patience and understanding to the people I care for. I have experience working with individuals with cerebral palsy, mobility challenges, and behavioral needs, and...
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Mariah

Delmar, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I started caring for people with special needs when I was younger, my mother works for the Center for Disability Services and I have volunteered there. I have worked and been around people and kids with special needs for over a decade and I love working with them. My graduate degree is in Special Education and I have worked in...
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Child Care

Selkirk, NY

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hello! My name is Nicole F. I've had an immense of experience when it comes to working with kids. I've worked with children of all ages, including those with special needs, and even spent a winter. My background as a behavior technician has equipped me with the skills to support children's unique needs and foster positive...
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Albany, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
Hello, I'm Nashanti. I've been in the healthcare field for about 5 years now, majority of that time spent working with people with physical and mental disabilities such as autism, dementia, tbi etc. 2 of those years were spent working specifically with special need kids and 1 year working with dementia and Alzheimer's. I've...
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