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Special needs caregivers in Rexford, NY

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Kayla E.


Rexford, NY

$16/hr10 yrs exp

My Name Is Kayla. I Love Working With Children

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My mom did daycare when I was younger and I had a big part in helping with the children. I have two siblings with special needs and behavioral issues. I absolutely adore children and love working with them. I come from a big loving family
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Emily D.


Clifton Park, NY

$14-18/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

4.5

(3)

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Hello my name is Emily, I am a 26-year-old nanny! I currently bring my son(2) to work with me. I have over 7 years experience in daycare/school setting! I have experience with special needs as well as elderly individuals! I currently work Wednesday and Thursday with every other Tuesday! I am looking for a position where I can...
5.0
"We hired Emily after searching on Care.com for a date night sitter for our four young boys. We have now used Emily multiple times! She is extremely dependable, responsible, and responsive. She was easily able...

Reviewed by Richard H.

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Tammy S.


Cohoes, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Mom

4.0

(4)

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I am looking to provide childcare in your home. I am a mom to a 26 yr old and 21 yr old twins who were premature. I believe hands on experience is the best. I have been providing childcare since I was 16 years old. I have had some paid experience being a night nanny to infant twin boys. Besides having experience with twins I...
5.0
"I have known Tammy for almost 30 years! I have watched her raise her now adult children since birth! She even raised twins. A boy and a girl. She did it with ease. Always patient. Always kind!"

Reviewed by Melissa P.

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Kady S.


Cohoes, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Gentle Caregiver

4.2

(5)

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I am a professional nanny and educator for children of all ages and children with developmental disabilities and delays. I specialize in care for children with special needs and developmental delays, forest schooling, gentle parenting and child-led learning. I am looking for a somewhat flexible position. I would be happy to...
5.0
"Kady is absolutely amazing! She is a baby whisperer to my 6 month old twins. She takes directives well but is also a self-starter. I fully plan to continue utilizing her services for as long as she is willing...

Reviewed by Casey D.

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Sandy P.


Cohoes, NY

$25/hr

Bottled Sunshine- Here To Help ADHD/ASD/Special Needs

5.0

(1)

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I am an established Self Direction Professional with Wildwood Programs and am currently working part time with 1 client. I have 25 years of experience as a Store Manager has afforded me advanced training with teaching, communication, effectively handling many learning styles and bringing out the best in every individual. ADHD...
5.0
"Sandy is wonderful. She cleans for us weekly and does a fantastic job. She's reliable and hardworking. My house has never looked better and she's a super nice and caring person. I highly recommend her."

Reviewed by Gena G.

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Ellie L.


Clifton Park, NY

$15-27/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Also For Children With Special Needs

4.8

(5)

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As a nanny, I have 11+ years experience in childcare for infants up through adolescence to early teens. In the past, I have performed light duties, ran errands, personal care responsibilities, and was First Aid/CPR certified. I also have experience with special needs children. I enjoy working with infants, toddlers and...
5.0
"It has been such a relief to have found Ellie as a nanny for our 2-month old son. We are new to the area and were not able to find referrals through friends or family, so were happy to have interviewed and...

Reviewed by Tina A.

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Drupatti S.


Schenectady, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide

5.0

(3)

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Hello, my name is Drupattie. I am a certified home health aide, first aide, and CPR certified. I have been working within the healthcare field for over 10 years. I have experience with special needs, dementia Alzheimer's , hospices). I am proud of my reputation for being a very kind, honest, and...
5.0
"My experience with Sonia D. has been very positive. As a care giver, she possesses a number of positive qualities. I find her to be considerate and thoughtful when dealing with my needs. She is medically...

Reviewed by Brian G.

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Sharon K.


Schenectady, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny/Teacher. Looking For A Great Family !!

5.0

(5)

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Hi, my name is Sharon. I have 20 years of experience working with children. I have been a nanny for a little over 9 years now. I started with a family of three children and 2 dogs. They moved onto school and I then became a nanny for 2-year-old twins, I was with them since they were 3 months old. Currently a nanny for 3 children...
5.0
"Sharon has been our nanny for the last few years. She has been our primary caretaker for our 3 children ages ranging from infant to now 9 years old. Our children our highly active, energetic and busy kids....

Reviewed by Joe S.

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Emily S.


Clifton Park, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Some Of My Best Experiences

4.2

(5)

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I started my career working after school with children and with infants in a center. From there I moved to learning centers where I worked with infants from 6 weeks to 9 months of age. I helped develop sleep schedules when appropriate for the babies, bottle feeding and introducing new foods with parents'. I have worked as a...
5.0
"Emily is amazing! She has been helping us with our two children (ages 2 and 7) for almost seven months now. Our children love her and look forward to seeing her. She is always on time and is great a...

Reviewed by Care member

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Megan N.


Clifton Park, NY

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

5.0

(1)

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3 words I would use to describe myself as a care giver are energetic, kind and patient! I have been babysitting since I was 14 and I have experience being a live in, full-time nanny. I am experienced and comfortable with taking care of children along a wide range of ages which include newborn to 13 years old. Over the last...
5.0
"Megan has been watching our 2 kids ages 6 and 10. She is nice, dependable and our kids enjoy having her watch them. She also helps with homework and bringing them to after school activities. We would highly...

Reviewed by David N.

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Marisa W.


Albany, NY

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

5.0

(1)

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I have been a special education teacher for 3 years in a school setting. I have a dual degree from The College of Saint Rose in Childhood and Special Education, a Masters Degree in Literacy from SUNY Albany and I am currently halfway through another Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism from The Sage Colleges. I...
5.0
"My son has been working with Marisa for several weeks, and she has been such a joy to work with! Easy to communicate with, flexible with scheduling, and such a positive, resourceful person to have in our son's...

Reviewed by Lindsey A.

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Abbie H.


Schenectady, NY

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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Recent graduate of Hope College, Holland MI. BA Psychology. Over my years of college, I have nannied consistently for a family in Holland, as well as gaining experience with children in educational settings as well as working with children with special needs. I have experience with the adult special needs populations as well. My...
5.0
"Abbie has worked with our family for four years while she's been in college. We have two kids, now 11 and 8. She picked them up from school, would help them with homework, take them to activities, and keep them...

Reviewed by Amy S.

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Stacie E.


Ballston Lake, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I've worked with children with and without special needs for 11 years. I moved from Tampa where I babysat regularly and taught swim lessons. I am currently employed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant and have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I love being outdoors and being creative!
5.0
"Was unable to take the position due to another job order, but responded very quickly to inform me of that. I believe that says a lot about her character."

Reviewed by Crystal H.

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Lauren M.


Schenectady, NY

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Enthusiastic And Experienced Babysitter Available Work Whenever I Am Needed.

5.0

(1)

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I am very passionate about watching and teaching children as well as assuring their safety when they are in my care! I have worked in a classroom setting as a preschool teacher and have a Bachelors degree in early childhood education/special ed. The majority of my experience comes from nannying children from ages 7mo-6yrs....
5.0
"She was amazing with my son. She asked to bring him to the park as well as story time at our local library. Lauren prepared healthy meals for my son and gave him a very relaxed but fun morning. There was no...

Reviewed by Jeff L.

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Mary M.


Cohoes, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi this is Mary I am an LPN and I work with an agency for 13 years I've done behavioral health pediatrics one on one care with children with special needs feeding G-tube trach care playing and having fun please let me know if you would like to meet me thank you
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Shareeba R.


Latham, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Helping People

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I love helping people and seeing a smile on there face. I have experience taking care of special needs, home care and house cleaning.
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Nittaya C.


Watervliet, NY

$23-27/hr2 yrs exp

A Fun & Caring Friend

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Hi! I'm a senior college student looking for a flexible job. I used to volunteer at church for childcare during service. I've worked with teenagers with special needs in a high school setting as a PA. I'm open to a part-time schedule for the right fit. I'd describe my personality as caring, fun, and understanding. I like...
5.0
"Nittaya was great with my 4 year old!"

Reviewed by Christopher K.

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Shea H.


Latham, NY

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi! I am a fun, responsible, energetic, experienced care taker. I have been caring for children since I was 10 years old beginning with caring for my younger siblings so my mother could work. I began babysitting for families when I was 13 years old and continued through college. While in university I spent a summer as a live in...

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I am a 50-year-old caregiver, have been married for over 24 years & a stay at home mom for the last 16 years. My hubby & I own our own home & car in Saratoga County. For two decades I have cared for my family, my home, my yard & our pets. For the past 3 years we have also cared for my mother with Alzheimer's, but recently she...
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Molly B.


Schenectady, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Professional Working Within The Field Looking For Part Time Job!

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Hello, I'm Molly! I currently work for an agency in the capital district as a Community Service Coordinator. This is a full time position M-F. i love my job! In this role I oversee the Community Habilitation and Respite departments. I am looking forward to working with a great family/individual and building the trust that...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rexford, NY

Emily D.

5.0

We hired Emily after searching on Care.com for a date night sitter for our four young boys. We have now used Emily multiple times! She is extremely dependable, responsible, and responsive. She was easily able to handle our four boys- ages 6, 4, 2, and 1. She has been extremely flexible. I will be...

- Richard H.

Tammy S.

5.0

I have known Tammy for almost 30 years! I have watched her raise her now adult children since birth! She even raised twins. A boy and a girl. She did it with ease. Always patient. Always kind!

- Melissa P.

Kady S.

5.0

We interviewed Kady for a nanny position. It was a great interview and a good use of out time in our search. We were anxious to meet her again as she was the only candidate that we were interested in continuing the nanny search with, but we then had a turn of events with another childcare option...

- Beth K.

Sandy P.

5.0

Sandy is wonderful. She cleans for us weekly and does a fantastic job. She's reliable and hardworking. My house has never looked better and she's a super nice and caring person. I highly recommend her.

- Gena G.

Ellie L.

5.0

Ellie is a wonderful babysitter. She is very caring and loves keeping our children engaged. She is very responsive and keeps us informed about their day. I would absolutely recommend Ellie as a babysitter / nanny.

- Kadan S.

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