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Saradee H.

Rotterdam Junction, NY

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$16/hr
I have been a behavioral technician for almost 3 years working with autistic children . I have both personal and professional experience.
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Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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...

Amy S. says "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...

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Enthusiastic And Experienced Babysitter Available Work Whenever I Am Needed.

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
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....

Jeff L. says "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...

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Experienced Nanny, Mom, And Caregiver

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a mom of 3 fantastic teens. I currently work as a caregiver for adults but miss caring for littles. I took 2 years of Early Childhood Education in high school and a nanny course while nannying for a wonderful family. After my children were born I ran a home daycare for 4 years out of my home. I am CPR/First aide...
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Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I am a teaching assistant for students with disabilities. I have also worked at BOCES. I have a bachelors degree in educational studies and am in graduate school majoring in special education, with a minor in general education.
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Experienced, Enrichment-based Respite Care Provider

Schenectady, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I'm K : ) I've been a professional educator and engaged ally in special education spaces for 16 years. At present, I provide enrichment-focused, relationally-oriented respite care for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. My practice is enrichment-based, meaning I aim to add to a child's...
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Amsterdam, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hi families! I am a dependable, trustworthy, cheerful and loving person. I have many years of experience working with children from 2 months to 10 years but love kids of all ages! I have my Master's in Occupational Therapy. Playing outside and promoting creativity is what I encourage in children of all ages. In my free time I...
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Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Schenectady, NY

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! I'm K : ) I provide enrichment and connection-based care for families in the Capital region. My main objective in care-work is to foster a mutually enjoyable relationship that facilitates play, communication, independence, and meaningful interaction with your child's community and wider world. My formal training is in...
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Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Worked as a camp counselor at Schenectady JCC during the months June-August through 2005-2009. Cared for a minimum of 15 children and maximum of 22 at a time, with assistance of two other counselors. Ages varied from 4-8, including children with special needs. Tasks included interacting with parents, created weekly newsletters,...
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Woman Loves Babysitting

Amsterdam, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I began babysitting as a teenager. I never had children of my own & consider this important to my connection with children. I have experience with children ages newborn to 8 yrs. as well as special needs. is a 2 yr. downs syndrome child. He is exceptionally smart despite his disability, accepting & affectionate. I don't notice...
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Schenectady, NY

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi there, my name is Bridget and I am 22 years old! My full time career is job coaching and I am currently finishing my bachelors degree in Social Work! My favorite age group are toddlers, but I have experience with all ages. I'm looking for a part-time position, mainly evening weekday shifts but have weekend availability as...
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Amsterdam, NY

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$20/hr
I have worked in daycare and hospital settings with people that have special needs. Anything I am not aware of how to do I am more than willing to learn! I am a certified patient care assistant through a hospital, I've also done about 3 years of cna work
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Compassionate Care For Those Experiencing Difficulties

Schenectady, NY

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Hello, I'm Ethan! I'm so excited to be expressing my wishes to care for those who may need just a little more assistance where they struggle to provide it themselves. I have worked with children with behavioral difficulties, mental health disorders, and special needs, such as ADD/ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Depression, Physical needs...
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Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Hello my name is Carolina I started doing home care helping my grandmother and also my aunt I have more than 10 year experience in home care and other needs love to help others and care like family. and also have house keeping experience and more.
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Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I have family that has alot of different special needs like seizures autism adhd so I have alot experience plus I work in Healthcare I'm a PCA. I've been in healthcare for over 3yrs
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Special Needs Provider

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have worked as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for over 30 years. My focus was in special education/developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorders. I also have experience with the geriatric/elder population. I loved my career! Being able to help people is just part of who I am so I would like to continue...
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Basic Mental And Medical Special Needs Care Provider

Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
3 years experience
All my life I have had a passion for working with special needs children. My youngest brother is speech and developmentally delayed, and I have been working with him his entire life to ensure that he gets the proper care and respect that he deserves--whether it be emotional support and counseling, tutoring in the various...
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Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have served a direct support employee for 8 years, demonstrating a caring, compassionate, and committed approach to my responsibilities. Through my experiences, I have developed a strong communication skills and attention to detail.
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Care Giver / Direct Support Professional

Amsterdam, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have experience with special needs care. I love what I do and helping people also have experience with old people.

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