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Katrina G.


Livonia, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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Motivated and empathetic individual with 10+ years of experience working with individuals that have been diagnosed with cognitive disorders, traumatic brain injuries, developmental delays, and psychiatric disorders. Consistently demonstrates the ability to remain calm and composed in stressful situations to ensure safety....
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Mckenzie M.


Livonia, NY

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

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I have worked with special needs children through a program called TIES (Together Including Every Student) in my old high school (Livonia). I am a Compeer mentor for a young boy with Autism. I am patient, loving, and caring and I love working with children!
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Beth C.


Honeoye, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

5.0

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I have four grown children and five grandchildren. I have provided child care to approx. 50 children other than my own through the years. I have volunteered in school classroom settings and in a preschool in my hometown of Honeoye, NY. I did an internship in a daycare at Finger Lakes Community College, to enhance my studies...
5.0
"Beth will be starting as our part-time in home nanny on Monday and we are all happy about her addition to our family team. She was perfectly on time for our interview, came prepared with her certifications and...

Reviewed by Robin R.

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Kassidy S.


Geneseo, NY

$16-21/hr

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Hello! I would love to care for your child with special needs! I am finishing my Childhood and Special Education degree this semester and have completed my Special Education student teaching. I have also worked with children with special needs for four years as a camp counselor. I have experience with ADHD, Autism, Cystic...
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Aliyah M.


Lima, NY

$14-20/hr3 yrs exp

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Hello! I have special needs caregiving experience, certified nursing assistant experience and senior care experience. I work hard for you and your loved ones. Hoping to hear from you soon!!!
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Jefferson L.


Lima, NY

$15-50/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver With References

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Hello, my name is Jefferson and I have been a caregiver for 7 years. I have had experience with all age groups from child to senior aged. I have special needs care experience, respite care, community habilitation experience and hospice experience.
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Jefferson L.


Lima, NY

$20-27/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver With References

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Hello, my name is Jefferson and I have been a caregiver for 7 years. I have had experience with all age groups from child to senior aged. I have special needs care experience, respite care, community habilitation experience and hospice experience. I have great references. I would love to hear back from you soon. Thank you.
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Bridget H.


Canandaigua, NY

$18/hr7 yrs exp

Full Time Babysitter/Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hi! My names Bridget and I'm a 21 y/o college student living in Farmington NY. I have been working with kids on and off for 9 years and have experience with special needs and extremely high energy children. I'm passionate, bubbly, and reliable with a wonderful tract record with parents and children I have formally worked for....
5.0
"She is the best babysitter ever! Bridget watched my 5-year-old son after school for several months, and has babysat for us on weekends going back about four years. She is super dependable and has a fantastic...

Reviewed by Lea N.

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Deborah V.


Pittsford, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

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I have over 15 years of experience in childcare, teaching & tutoring in both public & private settings. I have over six years of direct experience in education as a teaching assistant in public & private schools. Most recently I was responsible for the care of two children in their home for over 10 years! I recently was a tutor...
5.0
"Admittedly, I just hired Deborah- but after a lengthy phone conversation, I could tell that she was a fit as her experience and diverse background was impressive. As we get to know each other, I am confident...

Reviewed by Jenny L.

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India M.


Rochester, NY

$10-50/hr6 yrs exp

Professional Experienced Loveing Hardworking Great Support System Care Giver !!!!

5.0

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I'm certified in CPR and SCIP plus many more I also was a Community Habilitatior at epilepsy pralid and I been in nursing homes to private care to group homes I currently work at a Demetria / Alzheimer's nursing home I love my residents they are my family !!! I pay attention to details and recognize changes in them rather...
5.0
"India is a very caring person she has a good pure heart they type of person you want working with people who need TLC"

Reviewed by Dakota P.

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Grace D.


Canandaigua, NY

$14-50/hr7 yrs exp

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5.0

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I have seven years of babysitting experience from ages newborn to 13. I have medical experience and am comfortable caring for children with special needs.
5.0
"Grace did a wonderful job caring for our 2.5 month old baby for the day. Would certainly recommend and hire again!"

Reviewed by Angelina W.

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Karina P.


Naples, NY

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time- Special Needs - Love My Work!

5.0

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Hey, good to see you! Thank you for taking the time to check out my profile! I specialize in early child development, special needs, and overall nurturing childcare. I love my work! My mission as a childcare provider is to create an environment for exploration and growth. Encouraging a life long love for learning about the world...
5.0
"It gives me great pleasure to write a letter of reference for Karina. We had the pleasure of hiring her to watch our then 3 month old, 2 year old and our 5 year old. Our babies are now school aged. From our...

Reviewed by Alexandria P.

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Dawn H.


Henrietta, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Responsible, Experienced, Full Time Caregiver

4.8

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Working with children has always brought me great joy and fulfilment throughout my life. I have experience working with multiple children from newborn to school age. I have worked over 15 years with special needs children who have both physical and cognitive delays and spent many summers working in a daycare center. I am a...
5.0
"We hired Dawn to nanny for our ~1yo baby full time for about a year and were incredibly happy with how well she cared for our child! She was incredibly punctual, caring, responsive, experienced, and flexible....

Reviewed by Sam L.

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Erika H.


Rochester, NY

$18-50/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi! I'm a Rochester transplant and I taught elementary school for 4 years, the last 3 being in NY in the Rush Henrietta school district (2nd and 3rd grade). I took a break to have a child who is now 10 months old. Looking for nannying/baby sitting that I can do with my 10 mo old. I have experience teaching English as a second...
5.0
"Erika is great with kids! She's honest, dependable, kind and responsible."

Reviewed by Lydia P.

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Calya P.


Canandaigua, NY

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Music & Nature Loving Nanny/ Caretaker

5.0

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I have been a caretaker in various forms throughout my life . Working as a teachers aide in special needs classrooms, nannying and currently as a mother of a 3. 5-year-old. I have completed a certificate in Herbal Medicine at Heart stone herbal school, and worked for SPRINGBROOK developmental disability services as a community...
5.0
"She has patience & has a positive outlook on life. She is fun, creative & thoughtful about those individual in her care. If she moved back to our area, I would definitely rehire her! She worked with my...

Reviewed by Kathy S.

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Holly A.


Canandaigua, NY

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I worked as a TSS for over 8 yrs. I helped with anger management, listening skills, helped parents learn different approaches to communicating and discipline. I worked on building the child's trust along with the family. Many of my clients were on the spectrum. I also have experience working with adults who had disabilities in a...
5.0
"Holly is an extremely good worker. She was very professional with her families she provided services too. Holly is very dependable and caring. She is very knowledgeable with working with children with special...

Reviewed by Suzanne M.

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Zoe H.


Farmington, NY

$17/hr4 yrs exp

A Little About Me!

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Hi, I'm Zoe! Please note that I haven't achieved my CDA to this date however my graduation is in May. I have worked with children my entire life as I am the oldest of 9 kids, some of which have special needs so I have some experience with that as well! I've worked in childcare centers for the last few years and am looking for a...
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Emma P.


Henrietta, NY

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

A Nanny You Can Trust

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Hi! I'm a very creative, patient, dependable, and authentic person and I've been on and off babysitting for almost a decade. I have experience working as a teacher in a daycare so I have involvement in creating a basic curriculum, creating fun crafts and projects, and managing multiple kids at a time. I have basic training for...
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Kaley S.


Canandaigua, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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I have 13+ years of working with kids. I have worked at Midlakes Education Center as a Teaching Assistant, providing help to kids on the autism spectrum. I have been certified as a Teaching Assistant for over 6 years. Previous to that I worked as a Teachers Aide with children who have special needs. Part time I provided home...
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Ashley B.


Pittsford, NY

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

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I worked at Easterseals Child Development Center for 2 years as an Assistant Teacher and Lead Teacher working in special needs. I mostly cared for children in the pre-k classroom and occasionally floated to younger classrooms as an assistant teacher. I was lead teacher for the after school program aging from 6-12. I love working...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Livonia, NY

Beth C.

5.0

Beth will be starting as our part-time in home nanny on Monday and we are all happy about her addition to our family team. She was perfectly on time for our interview, came prepared with her certifications and references. We chatted for 1.5 hours without even realizing it. As a mother and...

- Robin R.

Bridget H.

5.0

She is the best babysitter ever! Bridget watched my 5-year-old son after school for several months, and has babysat for us on weekends going back about four years. She is super dependable and has a fantastic dynamic with children. My son loves her and usually gets giddy when I tell him she's...

- Lea N.

Deborah V.

5.0

I have a son with special needs and Deborah is wonderful with him! She spends her time reading to him, creating imaginary play, dancing and involving herself in his interests. She is patient, warm and kind. She is very communicative and understands the need for children to be active. She never...

- Tanya C.

India M.

5.0

India is a very caring person she has a good pure heart they type of person you want working with people who need TLC

- Dakota P.

Grace D.

5.0

Grace did a wonderful job caring for our 2.5 month old baby for the day. Would certainly recommend and hire again!

- Angelina W.

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