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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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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
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
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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Experienced Nanny, Mom, And Caregiver

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi! I'm a mom of 3 fantastic teens with a true passion for caring for children. I currently work as a caregiver for adults but deeply miss spending time with little ones. I studied Early Childhood Education in high school, completed a nanny training course, and ran a licensed home daycare for 4 years. I'm CPR/First Aid...
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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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$17/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have worked with disabled adults, as well as adults with special needs and was a bus monitor for kids with special needs. I enjoy how happy they are, I just have trouble lifting because I have a bad back. I worked as a direct support professional with AIM services and Wildwood.
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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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Patient And Kind

Burnt Hills, NY

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$23/hr
4 years experience
I have worked with youth with disabilities for quite some time. Ages 9-17, I have experience with youth diagnosed with Autism, Down Syndrome, Delayed Speech, and Cognitive Delays. I am patient, kind, and firmly believe that while these youth have their own special needs, they are still children. They want to play, be loved, have...
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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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Schenectady, NY

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi there, my name is Bridget and I am 23 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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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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Evening, Weekend, Overnight Care

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Jenna, I'm a mom of five wonderful kids ages 18, 15, 14. 5 and 4. I've spent the last 7 years in the human services field, where I currently work as a program manager. Throughout my career, I've gained extensive experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, autism and medical or behavioral...
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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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Resume And Excellent References Available. A Great Candidate For Versatile Needs!

Burnt Hills, NY

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$30/hr
19 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Professional, dependable, detail-oriented I like caring for people with special needs because I appreciate growing relationships of kindness and compassion. I have worked in dental hygiene and customer care for over 19 yrs I'm looking for a job that allows some flexibility, and strive to deliver the highest quality of care...
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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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Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
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Hi! My name is Tierney and I am a 33-year-old woman who has 20 years of experience working and caring for children of all ages. I started as a mother's helper at the age of 13. Once I turned 18, I continued working with the same family, but through a respite agency. During that time, I spent 5 years working in a private school...
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Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Tierney and I am 25 years old. I am a junior at The College of Saint Rose and am getting my bachelors in History Education and my Masters in Special Education. I have 12 years of experience with children who are typically developing and who have special needs. I spent a year and a half as a nanny in NJ before I...
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Part-Time/Full-Time Babysitter

Watervliet, NY

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
My name is jen I am A certified teacher assistant. I have worked at afew elementary schools with the pre-k and kindergartens. One of the elementary schools I worked at I doing one on one with a 4th grader who is autistic. I have experience with special needs children as well. I also have experience with the elderly. I was taking...

Sandra I. says "Jennifer saved the day for us when our other babysitter canceled last minute. Jen came the same day with only hours notice."

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Caregiver

Schenectady, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
My name is Mercedes, I'm a Venezuelan medical doctor with specialty en Toxicology and Occupational health working in the US as caregiver for elders, infants and special needs since 2009. At work my priority is safety, happiness and general well being of the caretaker on my care. Please call me Mercedes

Cathy O. says "Mercedes is kind, knowledgeable, and connects with her clients on a personal level. You can not go wrong interviewing her to see if she is the right fit...

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The Fun & Responsible Second Mom !

Albany, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello guys ! My name is Janay and I consider taking care of children as a lifestyle rather than a job because I love them so much. I have 8 years of experience inside and outside of family , including special needs children. I am currently enrolled in school to become a teacher , as I study early childhood education and child...

Eric A. says "Loves kids with a passion. Very respectful and reliable."

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  • The average post rate is $16.00/hr as of January 2026

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Lauren M.

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...

- Jeff L.

Abbie H.

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,...

- Amy S.

Jennifer E.

Jennifer saved the day for us when our other babysitter canceled last minute. Jen came the same day with only hours notice.

- Sandra I.

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