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Patricia S.


Buffalo, NY

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

RETIRED NURSE PRACTITIONER

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I am a retired nurse practitioner with over 40 years of pediatric experience and 10 years of experience caring for the elderly. I have cared for all ages with special needs. I would love to care for your family member as though they were mine.
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Kayla H.


Niagara Falls, NY

$18/hr8 yrs exp

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I have experience with kids of all ages as well as kids with special needs! I started babysitting my 4 younger brothers at age 13. At 14 I started babysitting for family friends through out my teenage and adult years. I have experience as a full time nanny as well! I have coached cheerleading at the middle and high school...
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Leah G.


North Tonawanda, NY

$10-25/hr1 yrs exp

I'm Leah!! I'm An Easy Going Fun Person And Love To Be With Children!

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I'm an assistant teacher at a daycare, I have experience from newborns all the way up to school age children. I have been at my daycare for about a year now and I absolutely love working with children. I am CPR certified and I also have experience with children with special needs. I'm going to college for Early Childhood...
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Leah S.


Buffalo, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi! Over the years, I have developed a strong passion for working with and helping people of various different backgrounds. I graduated from University at Buffalo with a BA in Speech and Hearing Sciences and Spanish with a minor in Psychology. I am attending UB this fall for my masters in speech language pathology. I have worked...
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Kristi A.


North Tonawanda, NY

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

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I worked in a school for two yeas as a special education assistant working with children of all ages and with a variety of diagnosis. I also worked in an ABA center for children with autism for a year. I am very passionate about working with individuals with special needs. I am looking to nanny while I pursue my masters in...
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Patricia S.


Buffalo, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver/babysitter Available

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I am a retired registered nurse, worked in various positions including Pediatrics, Home Cate, Hospice and Case Management. I've had 2 children and have 1 grandchild who is 7 months old. I grew up in a very large family.. love kids, and am 1 of 8 children.
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Leah H.


Clarence Center, NY

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Home Health Aide

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I have worked as a home health aide mainly for paraplegic individuals. I am comfortable with simple first aid, housekeeping, light meal prep, and dressing.
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Dominika B.


Tonawanda, NY

$20-50/hr2 yrs exp

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Hi There Future Families! My name is Dominika and I currently work at Daycare as a teacher with Children ages 6 weeks - 6 years old and also have worked at a Special Education School for Children ages 2 years old - 16 years old. 2 & 1/2 years experience & am in the process of getting my CDA Certification! * I am certified NYS...
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Susan M.


Lewiston, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Stay-at at-home mom, nursing background. Kids are getting older so I now have flexible availability. Would love to find a family for part-time work.
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Margret N.


Youngstown, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable And Professional

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I've worked with children and families for over 30 years in a professional role. I'm comfortable with children with special needs, including medical needs. I love watching children experience the world around them and love seeing the world through their eyes!! I am patient, reliable, and love playing, teaching, and laughing! I...
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Andi S.


Tonawanda, NY

$17-50/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate Care

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I'd describe my personality as fun, silly, and serious. I like working with kids because I love seeing them grow. And of course I can't help but love having a chance to play. I have worked with folx with special needs for around 10 years total. I have worked in direct care capacity and most recently as a dance teacher at...
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Louann G.


Niagara Falls, NY

$27/hr10 yrs exp

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I have 22 years experience working with individuals with special needs. I had started my career working with young adults and now work with older adults that have several different diagnosis including mental and health related. I currently work with Community Missions for the past 22 yrs so I have a lot of experience and enjoy...
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Susan S.


Youngstown, NY

$19-29/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver With A Very Flexible Schedule To Meet Your Needs.

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I have worked with children and adults with special needs for 14 years. I am passionate about what I do because I learn something new each time I am able to spend time with the people I care for.
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Linnea R.


North Tonawanda, NY

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs

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I currently hold a position where I care for adults with physical and intellectual disabilities. I have an older brother living with Autism. I have learned how to work with children with disabilities though my time working at nursery, as well as conducting play therapy with children in the North Tonawanda school district.
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Andi S.


Tonawanda, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I have worked with folks who have special needs for 7 years in a residential setting and 3 years as a dance teacher. I also work as a substitute teacher and am often used as an aide for the special needs classrooms. I believe each individual is just that, an individual. They are a full human who deserves respect and patience...
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Laura B.


Clarence Center, NY

$13-18/hr

Future Special Education Teacher

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My name is Laura, I am a 20-year-old student athlete at Buffalo State College, majoring in Exceptional Education. I have been around kids and babysitting kids for almost 9 years now. Over the past nine years I have done internships at daycare's and ultimately decided to spend the rest of my life watching and teaching kids how to...
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Michelle L.


Buffalo, NY

$24/hr4 yrs exp

child care

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Hi! My name is Michelle and I am 24 years old. I grew up in Calabasas, CA and moved to Amherst, NY about 2. 5 years ago. I earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a minor in Cognitive Science & Philosophy. I am currently in the process of becoming a nursing student and will be starting nursing school in Fall 2024. I...
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"Michelle was attentive and detail-oriented, eager to learn our little one’s routines and specific needs. We will definitely hire her again!"

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Jaimee C.


Tonawanda, NY

$25-40/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced, Outgoing And Responsible College Student

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I am a kindhearted&responsible young woman. I graduated UB with a degree in communication disorders &sciences. I currently work as an ABA Therapist (Behavioral Specialist) for children with special needs. ABA therapy occurs in the natural environment which helps us understand how behavior works, how behavior is affected by the...
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Cari B.


Lyndonville, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

RN - Palliative Care Specialty

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I am a RN with 14+ yrs experience in various areas. I am most passionate about patient advocacy, chronic disease management and end of life care.
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Kristen L.


Akron, NY

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Kristen. I am 30 years old and a mom to a 2-year-old. One of the most rewarding jobs I ever had was working in a group home for developmentally disabled adults. I loved being able to go to work knowing that I was going into another family setting. Sure, there were struggles some days, but we got through them. I am...

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