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Amanda M.

Caretaker

Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
7 years experience
Hello, I am a former police officer with many years of experience helping developmental disabled individuals. Many hours spent volunteering to special needs and special Olympics. I also have a niece woth ellipespy and a cousin who is autistic. My youngest brother also has developmental disability and mental health as well. Most...
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Schenectady, NY

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have experience with working with kids & teens who have disabilities. I also have a son who is non verbal and has cerebral palsy, seizure disorder, sickle cell anemia, scoliosis, has a GJ feeding tube and wheel chair bound.
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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
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
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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$20/hr
3 years experience
My name is Melessa and I am a mom of 12-year-old twin boys. I have many years of experience taking care of children, including nannying full time for 2 children (ages 6 and 2). I'm hardworking, reliable, kind, loving, and caring. I have experience with special needs. I have my own transportation and a clean driving record. I'm...
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Schenectady, NY

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$30/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
I am currently 27, have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I began nannying and providing respite care for special needs children and teens in college. I have always been naturally good with children and have a warm, young spirit that babies and kids warm up to easily. I love taking children under my care to group...
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Mom Of 3

Schenectady, NY

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
I am a married mother of three, my oldest is 24, my youngest will be six next week! I'm well experienced with children, and am willing to work with sick and special needs children as well. I am pet friendly too! I am a non-smoker.
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Fun Enthusiastic Sitter!

Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Have worked with children of all ages. I have worked with children with special needs in a one-on-one setting. Am currently working on a degree in physical education at Russell Sage College. I have 10 nieces and nephews so am no stranger to working with children! I love being active and playing games and exploring new ideas!
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Schenectady, NY

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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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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Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hello, I'm Olivia and I recently graduated college with a bachelors degree in psychology. I am currently looking for long-term employment as I am starting a masters program with night classes. I have my own transportation, a valid drivers license, and a clean record. I have been working in child care for about 5 years in both...
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Schenectady, NY

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$31/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
hospice services
companionship
meal prep
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Patient advocacy and support Drug administration Patient monitoring Infection control Bathing patients including tub bath, partial bath, bed bath, and showering Oral care for patients Assisting patients with their personal hygiene, such as male and female perineal care, shaving, nail and hair care and changing clothes Collecting...
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Compassionate Care Give

Schenectady, NY

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
companionship
I am a compassionate and reliable caregiver with 4 years of experience providing care for children, seniors, and individuals with special needs. I am dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing environment where clients feel comfortable and supported. With a focus on building strong, trusting relationships, I am committed to meeting...
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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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Schenectady, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I am currently employed at Helping Hands academy in Clifton in Park. I am in a self-contained classroom. This classroom typically has students that are on the autism spectrum, mostly nonverbal.
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Part Time Caregiver For Typical Developing Or Special Needs.

Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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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Experienced Nanny, Mom, And Caregiver

Schenectady, NY

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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 certified...
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Caring And Creative

Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello, my name is Breana and I am a caring, creative, and patient 27-year-old. I started out getting my Liberal Arts Degree focused in Early Childhood Education and Psychology. I worked in an elementary school then decided to grow my family. I have also been a DSP for children with special needs. My favorite age group is...
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Special Education Teacher

Albany, NY

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$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...

Lindsey A. says "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...

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Albany, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hello. My name is Jessica. I have almost 10 years of experience working with children ranging from infants to Pre-k. I have also worked with children with special needs and loved it! I currently work as a Pre- k teacher at a local child care center. So this means I am fully vaccinated. am very outgoing and love to think up...

Debbie F. says "I worked with Jessica in the past and she is a very dependable .. honest and caring person . We worked together for 4 years ."

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  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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