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Briana H.

Caregiver/Babysitter

Newark, NY

5.0(0)
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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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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Newark, NY

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Hello my name is Kadijha B, I I got my hha in 2016, CNA in 2019 and I am CPR/first aide certified. I have experience working with people with developmental disabilities through Ontario arc & FLDDSO. I'm hard working, independent, kind and caring. I'm very honest and trust worthy. I have my own transportation and I am located in...
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Child care

Manchester, NY

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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. I believe in spending time with the children I care for, in encouraging learning/reading, arts and crafts, and hands on exploration of their world. I am a nonsmoker and...
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Clifton Springs, NY

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$50/hr
4 years experience
Dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Experienced CNA in LTC, Rehab, Special Needs & private home care. Skilled in prosthetics, PT/OT & post-mortem care.
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LPN

Lyons, NY

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I have worked in healthcare for 24 years. For the last 17 years I've worked as a LPN in numerous different fields of nursing. I have a lot of experience and enjoy learning new things. I'm very easy going, hard working, kind and honest. Let me help make your life easier.
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Palmyra, NY

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
As a caregiver, I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. With 10 years of experience, I am skilled at caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My calm and patient demeanor creates a safe and nurturing environment for children to thrive. I enjoy playing a variety of games with...
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Your Loved One….

Shortsville, NY

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I started many years ago with ARC and moved to senior care. I'm a plethora of experience and what I don't know, I'm happy learn. I just love helping people. I love what I do.
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Patient Mature Young Woman Ready To Help!

Clifton Springs, NY

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$14/hr
Errands
home modification
light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
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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Special Needs Care Giver

Palmyra, NY

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$20/hr
4 years experience
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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Family Child Caregiver

Ontario, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
I have nearly 19 years of experience Caring for all types of children! They are all different and their needs are all different too! I am CPR and 1st aid certified. Background checks are ok! I have 6 children of my own, 2 of which are special needs! I enjoy changing things up and taking the the kids to the parks and local...

Michelle P. says "From day 1, she has been a part of our family. My kids adore her as do I. She understands the relationship a mother has with her kids and she enhances...

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Music & Nature Loving Nanny/ Caretaker

Canandaigua, NY

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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...

Kathy S. says "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...

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Ontario, NY

5.0(0)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Throughout the last 13 years, I have worked with individuals age 4-28 years old with various disabilities in multiple settings including daycare's, nannying, preschools, group homes, general education classrooms, OPWDD assessments, and special education classrooms. I am especially familiar with Autism and have some familiarity...
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Interactive And Experienced Caretaker

Penfield, NY

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
My name is Luis and I have been working with children for 10 years now and am currently working as a bilingual teacher assistant in the Rochester city school district. I am patient, calm when facing challenging behaviors, and fun! I have previously worked as a lead preschool teacher in a daycare, as a teacher's assistant in a...
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Looking For Work As A Babysitter

Fairport, NY

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hey! I'm Emma, 21 years old and am currently in my senior year of college at Northeastern University. I've babysat since I was in late middle school and since then have worked with children in many different roles. I've worked as a children's swim instructor, summer camp counselor, and most recently as a classroom para for...
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Waterloo, NY

1.0(0)
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$16/hr
10 years experience
Hello I have many years working with individuals with disabilities. I have done direct care for over 25 years. I was a day program director for 12 years with people who were mentally handicapped and other disabilities. I have over 16 years of experience of work with emotional and behavioral disturbances. I am dependable, on time...
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Waterloo, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I worked in Special Education as a tutor and teacher with emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenged children and young adults for 25 years. Today, I continue to substitute teach in schools near me. During that time, I began working with and continue today, helping the elderly and disabled in their homes. Working as a...
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Kind And Honest Caregiver

Stanley, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I have worked in Geneva Hospital for 5 years and Clifton hospital for 6 years. I also worked for a company taking care of people in their home for 1 year. I am a CNA. I went to nursing school but have yet to sit for my boards. I am patient, kind, honest, and compassionate. I have worked on the ventilator unit at Clifton, hospice...
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Will Care For Your Special Needs/ADHD Child!

Ontario, NY

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$16/hr
1 year experience
I have one year paid experience with a young adult with special needs. I have three children that live with me that are special needs and I am very passionate for caring for children with special needs. I feel like I can understand them, and sometimes that's what they need, love and understanding!
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College Student Looking To Watch Your Little Ones!

Fairport, NY

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi there! I'm Kayla! I'm a recent graduate from SUNY Oneonta with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I have a diverse background with working with children. I've been a nanny, an assistant teacher at a daycare center, teacher at a home daycare, a camp counselor, a tutor, and a peer mentor. I have experience...
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Penfield, NY

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$16/hr
Hi I'm Morgan, I am 18 and a nanny to an 8-year-old with autism, I've learned many techniques from him and how to handle different situations. I always research special needs care and how to do my best to make someone feel cared for and comfortable.
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  • 48 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.50/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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