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Lea L.

Physical Therapist

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$19/hr
2 years experience
As a Physical Therapist, I have immense knowledge and experience in working with people with disabilities.
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi Families! I'm Tracey a 22-year-old college graduate. I just graduated in may WooHoo! Majored in Biology and Psychology! Over the years I've had experience in many different fields ranging from working with mentality disabled children to also becoming a certified CNA! I worked at a nursing home for the summer then went on and...
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$21/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with children and adults that have disabilities for over 18 years. It has become my passion. I feel you have to have an extreme amount of patience and a special kind of heart to work with someone who fully depends on you for assistance with completing daily tasks. I always go above and beyond to make sure the...
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Registered Nurse

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$40/hr
8 years experience
I am an RN graduate from Dutchess Community College. I am from New York and worked as a cardiology registered nurse full time for the past 7 years where I am currently still employed. I am a very caring compassionate nurse and I want to be able to help out patients and their families by stepping in to care for your loved one.
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20 Year Old Girl With 8 Years Experience Watching Both Babies And Special Needs Children

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! I am the oldest of three so naturally my siblings became like my own kids and I have helped care for them since birth. I have an autistic 13-year-old sister and a 7-year-old brother. Currently, I work full time as an educational assistant at a school for individuals on the Autism Spectrum. I have numerous years of...
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I've always had a passion for helping children develop and grow, and after many years of caring for children, I've come to realize that being a caregiver is my calling. I have experience working with children of all ages and have the skills and training to provide a safe and nurturing environment for them. As a creative and...
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Cassidy, and I have 7 plus years of experience working with children. I am a very energetic, fun, loving, nurturing, patient, and understanding person/babysitter. I am also willing to do whatever you ask me to do! Children make ME happy, and I accept all! I do have experience with children who have special...
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I'm Ashley, little of 15 years experience on and off . Mostly pre-school. I also have experience with special needs children.
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Evenings And Overnight Care

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have been watching kids for about 10 years now. I used to watch two kids for about 3 years and now they are old enough to be on their own. Currently, I watch three kids mostly overnights since the parents are EMTs. They are all different ages and they all have special needs. I have been watching them for about 10 years and...
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Child care

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
Fueled by a genuine love for nurturing young children, I've provided childcare since 2019. My previous babysitting experiences solidified my desire to positively impact children's and families lives. I have babysat children anywhere from 3 months to 12 years old, and cared for up to 3 children at once. I have several years of...
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Kind and knowledgeable Childcare Provider well-versed in maintaining safe and nurturing environments for children of different ages ranging from 4 months to 21 yr old special needs. Experience in household childcare, residential special needs childcare, and teaching assistant experience with special needs children.
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
With 10 years of experiencing in working with children, and focus on working with special needs children. I bring a lot of experience with working with infants-pre teens.
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
I have experience working with children who also has special needs and know how to take good care of them
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Tinisha T.'s Photo

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have experience caring for children including those with special needs. I am able to help with school work and light housework including meals.
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Jamie S.'s Photo

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
I've been a nanny longterm with a couple families and also short term for families on vacation while I lived in Hawaii for 10 years. I've nannied for all different ages and demographics- foster children to celebrities children. I also have experience with special needs children.
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Poughkeepsie, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
As a seasoned childcare provider with a decade of experience, my passion for nurturing young minds and supporting families is what drives me. My journey in caregiving began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my innate ability to connect with children and make a meaningful impact on their lives. I am known for...
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Artistic And Energetic Caretaker

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$20/hr
20 years experience
Travel
carpooling
I am mother of 2 beautiful grown children and a happily new grandmother. Outside of raising my own children, I have been caring for children of varied ages for over 30 years. I have experience caring for children either special needs in BOCES setting. I have teaching experience teaching Russian as a second language, piano...
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Lea L.'s Photo

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have great experience in taking care and watching over kids. My cousins would ask me to baby sit for their kids while they are away. Furthermore, I have also worked with children with special needs as a Physical Therapist back when I was in the Philippines!
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The Nurse For Your Loved One

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Experienced LPN ready to care for your loved one. Experience with autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy tube feeds etc
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Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I have been caring for children of all ages since I was 13. I started as a mothers helper and eventually started babysitting and nannying part time for a few different families. I am fun, outgoing, responsible, reliable and flexible. I am 19 years old and am currently attending college as a nursing student. I am looking for a...
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