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Ann H.


Manchester, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Love What I Do!

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I have worked with children of all ages and in large group settings as well as being a Nanny during my late teen years. I have worked with special need children and can provide community or respite through Heritage. I believe in spending time with the children I care for, in encouraging learning/reading, arts and crafts, and...
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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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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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Briana H.


Newark, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Babysitter

5.0

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I have many years experience watching young children, starting when I was at the age of 11. Now, I am a certified teacher and have taught 5th grade for 9 years! I have experience working with children with special needs in both the school and babysitting atmosphere. I currently have a very active 5-year-old daughter, spirited...
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Bridget H.


Canandaigua, NY

$18/hr7 yrs exp

Full Time Babysitter/Nanny

5.0

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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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Holly A.


Canandaigua, NY

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

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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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Brianna T.


Macedon, NY

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Mom with Experience with Special Needs

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If there is anything in this world I know, it is patience with a frustrated special needs child. I have a 7-year-old who has mild cerebral palsy and many different limitations. We need to use simple techniques to get through to them. Playtime is the best time to work all these fine motor skills. I do not have a degree but I feel...
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Laurie G.


Farmington, NY

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available/flexible With Hours

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Hi my name is Laurie. I have experience working with the brain injury population as well as all areas of disabilities including mental health. I have my own private duty business called Finger lakes Home care coordinator and a DBA listed in Ontario co. for that business. I have over 20 years experience in homecare and case...
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Michelle L.


Farmington, NY

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

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My name is Michelle, and I am a home-schooling mom of 5 kids ages 17, 15, 15, 13, and 6. I have a lot of experience with children including babysitting for friends, working in the nursery at our church and at our home school co-op. This has included some experiences with children with special needs such as ADHD and Asperger's...
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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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Mercedes L.


Newark, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi, I'm Mercedes! I love working with children! I have worked with all ages, toddler to teen! I was a youth advocate and a 1:1 aide for children with behaviors and special needs! I am patient, caring, and kind! If that's not enough I am educated and enjoy educating the youth! I am grateful for you considering me as a caregiver...
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Megan B.


Clifton Springs, NY

$14-25/hr

Patient Mature Young Woman Ready To Help!

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I'd describe my personality as caring patient mature I like caring for seniors because they have lived a long life and are full experience and should not have to sacrifice there basic needs of living just because they are older everyone deserves basic human rights I'm looking for a job that allows me to help someone in need...
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Sydney G.


Palmyra, NY

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

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I have always have had a passion for teaching and knew it was the career I wanted to pursue. In High School I did a program called TIES (Together Including Every Student) which allowed me to accompany different kids in the school district to different school events. This experience is the thing that showed me I wanted to spend...
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Kayla R.


Macedon, NY

$17-25/hr4 yrs exp

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I've been babysitting since I was 13, completed my red cross training shortly before that. I love love love working with children and have worked a lot with special needs children. I love how honest and spontaneous kids are.
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Nicole K.


Newark, NY

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

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I am a mother of three ages 12-16. I have 9 years of experience working with children in a classroom setting. I have worked with children from two to 15 years of age. Prior to working in a daycare, I worked in a program with students with special needs and learning disabilities. I currently have a full time job but am able to...
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Renee W.


Palmyra, NY

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

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I am CPR certified, a nationally certified EMT, and I have been a medic in the Air National Guard for the past six years. I was a CNA that worked with dementia patients, patients on hospice, and patients with behavioral issues from 2016 to 2019. Most recently I have worked as an ER tech while pursuing my prerequisites to be able...
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Maxine B.


Macedon, NY

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

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Hi there! I am a current teacher's aide at Mary Cariola Center. My experience is mostly with preschoolers with complex needs, but I also have experience with adults with ASD and down syndrome!
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Kaley S.


Canandaigua, NY

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Personal Home Care Assistant With Experience In Special Education

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I currently work for Newark education center as a teachers aide assisting students with disabilities. Also as an in home aide for a young man assisting him with daily tasks.
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Danielle P.


Canandaigua, NY

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Danielle and I recently graduated from SUNY Fredonia with a Bachelor's Degree in education. My degree allows me to teach grades 1-6 for both general ed and special ed. Throughout my duration of time at Fredonia, I had several field placements in classrooms every year, one placement being specifically to work with...
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Michelle C.


Farmington, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mom Of Three

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Being a mom as well as a nurse for special needs children for 13 years I have been a NURSE in the nursing field for over 2 decades makes me more then Qualified, miss the younger years with so much more love and energy to give! I'm ready to help OTHERS in helping to take care of their babies part time as needed.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Manchester, NY

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.

Calya P.

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 daughter who has a disability.

- Kathy S.

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.

Holly 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 needs. You will be happy with her services.

- Suzanne M.

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