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Jessica S.

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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Nanny

Troy, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am the Mother of two wonderful grown daughters. I have worked with several families over the years as a Caregiver and have worked with families of special needs children. I have experience working in a special needs preschool environment and early intervention as an assistant. I enjoy reading with children and can provide...
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Watervliet, NY

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$21/hr
1 year experience
Dementia
errands
transportation
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm Autumn. I'm a certified Nursing Assistant/ TA to kids with special needs, with hands-on experience providing personal care and daily support to older adults. My background as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and nanny has taught me patience, empathy, and how to tailor care to each person's unique needs. I'm...
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Respite Care Provider

Albany, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
respite care
My name is Debbie. I took care of my mom, Aunt and a lady who lived in an apartment downstairs from me. My mom and aunt had Alzheimer's. The other lady had Cancer. I fed, did laundry, cleaned and medication as needed. We talked for hours and I am glad for those memories. My mom was my best friend and my 27-year-old daughter...
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Albany, NY

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
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Hello future families! I am new to care. com. However I am not new to the babysitter club or healthcare! Caring for kids has always been my specialty , and my greatest gift. I've been babysitting for about 10 years. From elementary through middle school years all the way up until high school . I took a break and now care for...
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Albany, NY

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Margaret. I'm 22 years old and love working with all children as it comes naturally to me. To work well with children I believe you need to be present, positive and patient. These are my best qualities! I'm currently pursuing a bachelors in psychology at the University of Albany. I have a lot of expierience...
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Cohoes, NY

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have worked with kids 2-4 years old. I love children and I love to play! I can also feed them, change diapers, bathe them, put them to bed, whatever you need to be done! I'm 28 and very responsible! I also have a sister who has special needs so I am used to communicating and interacting with special needs children.
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Special Needs Care Provider

Troy, NY

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I cared for a boy, for two years during the period he was 8 to 10 years old along with his two younger brothers. I learned to deal with his sensory issues as well as helping him cope with changes in his routine when they occurred. I helped him get dressed and ready for school in the morning and prepared breakfast and saw him out...
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Schenectady, NY

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have experience with working with kids & teens who have disabilities. I also have a son who is non verbal and has cerebral palsy, seizure disorder, sickle cell anemia, scoliosis, has a GJ feeding tube and wheel chair bound.
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Clifton Park, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am looking for a job that is a day-time summer position primarily the months of July and August, as well as nights throughout the year. My experience includes over 10 years of full time nannying and babysitting from ages of four months to 12 years old. I am currently a school social worker for elementary schools and...
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Troy, NY

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$17/hr
7 years experience
I am patient, fun, and can be firm if need be, and have experience working with children with special needs, both in and out of the classroom setting. I was a lead teacher in an integrated classroom, but I have also been 1:1 aid for a special ed PreK child in an integrated classroom. As a 1:1, my duty was to to help my kiddo...
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Experienced, Enrichment-based Respite Care Provider

Schenectady, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I'm K : ) I've been a professional educator and engaged ally in special education spaces for 16 years. At present, I provide enrichment-focused, relationally-oriented respite care for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. My practice is enrichment-based, meaning I aim to add to a child's...
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Albany, NY

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$16/hr
I have worked with several individuals with special needs. These needs ranged from young children with learning disabilities all the way to seniors with physical and mental disabilities. I am also in a master's program and have experience in education. I have a passion for taking care of others, learning from them, and working...
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Troy, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I graduated from Boces lpn school I have been working in healthcare for over 10 + years I have a lot of experience with all different ages and disabilities. I am not just a aide I am also a companion that is able to help others in need give redirection and a helping hand when in need. I am a very honest and trusting person my...
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Help With Special Needs Individuals

Albany, NY

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$16/hr
I have been working with an 14 yr old boy with autism for past Two school years. I'm there to supervise/ assist with getting dressed, breakfast, teeth brushing and getting on bus safely in timely fashion. In afternoon getting off bus, providing snack and taking him to after school events when needed.
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Watervliet, NY

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$16/hr
Because I have patience with others and I love helping people that need help, and I love taking care of children and older people. I have gone to school with disabilities and helped them at Que star III BOCES and I worked with kids at the CEO daycare center for volunteer work. I love what I do.
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Part-time Caregiver

Albany, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I graduated from Marist in 2019 with a master's degree in school psychology and have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I am currently in my fourth year as a school psychologist and am working at an elementary school with students in grades K-5 in upstate New York. I also have 7 years of experience working as an applied behavior...
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Troy, NY

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$17/hr
5 years experience
I absolutely LOVE children! I've been babysitting since I was 10. I've worked with children of all ages and ethnicities, special needs children and typical ones as well! I'm looking to finish my early education degree this year! My best qualities are patient, energetic & kind! I'm currently a 2nd grade teacher. I am CPR...
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Current Childhood Education Major

Troy, NY

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Working on getting certifications, including CPR. I have experience teaching dance to children ages 2-12 and working with children with special needs. I have babysit for family friends for years of my life and I am currently a Childhood Education major looking to get my masters in Special Education.
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Albany, NY

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
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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