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I am a college graduate with my B. S in Human Biology and Psychology. I am currently pursuing my second Bachelor's in nursing. I have experience as a teacher assistant at Capital District Beginnings for preschool children with special needs. My experience has taught me how to effectively help a child reach his/hers full...
NYC Public High School Teacher currently in a 12:1:4 with medically fragile teens (District 75, JFK Jr. School)
Former BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst)
(Certification expired due to medical leave - breast cancer survivor, 12 years strong)
ABA Supervisor at A to Z Child Development (Early Intervention)
Extensive...
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Hi! My name is Alexa. I have worked for the NYC Department of Education with children with special needs such as autism, down syndrome, behavioral needs, and more for the past three years. I have a passion for supporting children who are often overlooked or misunderstood. During my time in the school system, I have learned how...
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I work hard when it comes to care giving. I've been working with child care for 6+ years paid experience, 3 years unpaid experience. I'm very handy with homework help, I pick up and drop off to and from school. I do housekeeping, meal preparation, bathing, feeding, errands, etc. I've worked with newborns all the way up until the...
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I have over nine years of experience in caregiving and provide compassionate home and personal care services. I have worked in nursing homes, private home care, and public school settings. My experience includes caring for individuals with special needs, Alzheimer's and dementia, multiple sclerosis (MS), paraplegia, and patients...
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I am a mother of 2 boys, 27 & 24 one in college. I have been a stay home mom (pt work only) for the past 17 years. Over the years I have been very involved in PTA. I have babysat for my nieces and nephews over the years, 2 are special needs. I started babysitting at the age of 10 and helped to care for my siblings. I am a very...
Hello! I've worked in direct support for individuals with special needs for about 4 years. I've traveled to many homes and helped out with everyday activities such as bathing, eating and administering medications. I enjoy being apart of someone's day and helping make their lives easier! I aspire to make a difference one day at a...
I have worked with people with special needs for 5 years and it has been a great experience because at the same time you get to learn new things which is good because I love to learn new things and I love to help others.
I work in an ABA classroom, as a 1X1 aid and I am looking for xtra hours on weekends. I have worked with children who're very low function, have seizures and need medicine administered as well as high function children who need help with social skills. Any and All is really good with me! There is no challenge I am unwilling to...
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Hi, I'm Crystal !
I'm 30 years old with extensive experience caring for children, including in the special needs field. I hold over 25+ child-related certifications and am fully background checked and fingerprinted. I'm dedicated, reliable, and passionate about supporting families.
Available for date nights, weekdays after 3:30...
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Hi! I seem like a great fit for your family and needs! I have 4-5 years of experience caring for children along with children with special needs. Let me know if you'd like to set up a time to call!
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10 years experience
Live-in/Live out Caregiver, Companion, Housekeeper, Advocate & Per diem Substitute Teacher & Consultant
Hello, I am a certified Caregiver, Companion. I also do housekeeping, pet care, per diem Substitute Teaching, and per diem Teacher's Aide work, tutoring and Whole Child Consulting. I am a credentialed experienced per diem...
With my experience as a daycare teacher, babysitter, and tutor, I am confident I am able to help any family looking for reliable childcare. I am patient and a big believer in positive reinforcement, but I also have no problem following any household rules. I also have experience working with special needs children and I am...
Hi! My name is Kelly. I have 9 years of experience teaching students with special needs. During my teaching experience, I learned and applied various teaching and behavior management strategies based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis. I have learned to differentiate my teaching to enrich all types of learners based on...
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I'm been working with kids special needs, my daughter is also autistic have experience as a professional and as a mother
hi! i'm a very reliable, caring and patient , who has approximately 8 yrs of experience caring for my patients. In my care you family member will receive appropriate care and i'm willing to do additional other task if requested .
i'm organized, multitasker and I am always energetic and eager to learn more , honest and...
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My name is Karrie, a Special Education Teacher who minored in Moderate to Severe Autism. I am a patient, compassionate, joyful and kind young woman. I aim to provide tailored services to meet each individual's needs and help to promote independence which will allow them to function effectively at their full potential.
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I work as a special education paraprofessional at a middle school. As a 1 to 1 and at times as a classroom paraprofessional. Assisting the students with daily tasks, by using verbal prompts, gestural prompts to help redirect them and keep them on tasks, whilst also encouraging independence & following their IEP.
I also have...
Hi! My name is Sal. I'm a certified Nurse Aide with 15+ years experience. I have experience with all types of conditions with the physically/ mental disabled and elderly population. Especially dementia/Alzheimer's, MS, and Parkinson's.
I believe reliability and knowledge is very important in this field. I can cook, clean, use...
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The average post rate is $21.50/hr as of March 2026
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