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Bringing eight years of childcare experience, I am eager to positively impact your children's lives. My passion stems from fostering growth and development in a fun, safe environment. While I'm a certified teacher, I also have experience with special needs children and coursework in Early Child Development. I am patient,...
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I am the Mother of two wonderful grown daughters. I have worked with several families over the years as a Caregiver and have worked with families of special needs children. I have experience working in a special needs preschool environment and early intervention as an assistant. I enjoy reading with children and can provide...
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
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Hello my name is Starr I'm 29 years old. I lived upstate New York for about 15 years. I enjoy working with kids, I am a teacher with my CDA, worked in a few different schools. I'm a very out going person and love to have fun. I worked with children with special needs. I am CPR certified I have had a lot of training in my past...
Specialized care
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personal care
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I have 3 years of experience with a private nanny agency and also have experience with special needs care & Senior care. For childcare, I can help with Swimming Supervision and Arts Crafts, outdoor/indoor activities, school work etc. I graduated with my Bachelor of Arts and Associates in Science degree. For senior care I can...
I am a Speech Language Pathologist looking to assist families with child-care. I enjoy working with people of all ages and all abilities.
I have 3+ years of experience with children. I have worked with children of all ages with my moms previous daycare. I have worked as a direct support professional for 4 years now with children/adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. I am currently an Occupational Therapy Student.
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Hello my name is Mary. I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old off and on. I'm certified in CNA, HHA, and I'm a teacher's assistant for special needs. I have 8 years experience in dementia and 10 in special needs.
Jaclyne M. says "Mary has done wonderful with our girls, they really listen to her well. My older 2 love having her daughters here to play as well."
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- $20/hr
10 years experience
As a teacher on summer break who's new to the area, I'd like to get to know some new families and spend some time with kids without having to grade their work! I have worked in education for the past decade. I also worked with children with developmental disabilities for over 10 years and still work with some of them as adults...
Nikki S. says "Trustworthy and cleans up! She took great care of my infant and toddler and also picked up the house. "
Visiting nurse
personal care
live-in home care
dementia
Childhood Education Major (Background in Gerontology studies)
Worked with people who have special needs.
Assisted my grandparents who are handicapped.
Volunteered at Seneca Hills Rehabilitation Center through SUNY Oswego.
Worked at Appleridge Senior Living Facility
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20 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! I'm Cat, and I have over 20 years of experience working with children across various age groups, from infants to high school students. I hold dual master's degrees in Special Education and Literacy from UAlbany, and I have worked in many roles, including third-grade teacher, nanny, and summer camp assistant director. My...
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
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Hi! My name is Nicole, I'm 24 years old and currently working as a Registered Nurse in New York City. I'm CPR certified and have over 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to pre-teens.
I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Statistics, which has helped me better understand child development...
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
Hi! I'm Autumn. I'm a certified Nursing Assistant/ TA to kids with special needs, with hands-on experience providing personal care and daily support to older adults. My background as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and nanny has taught me patience, empathy, and how to tailor care to each person's unique needs.
I'm...
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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I am looking to purse my master in special education. I have worked at GST BOCES working with children that have a range of disabilities. I am educated on how to help and care for those who have disabilities. I am passionate about helping those who can't necessarily help themselves and I find it incredibly rewarding to be an...
For over a decade, I've been dedicated to working with children, first as an experienced babysitter throughout my teenage years, and then as a certified educator for the past seven years.
What sets me apart:
• 7 Years in Education: I served as a Teacher for four years (focusing on preschool and kindergarten) and a Teaching...
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I've been a BT (behavioral technician) for about 3 years now working with autistic children in their home to help with a wide range of skills 1:1. I've been a PreK teacher for 8 years now with a year of experience with infants. Believe me I've seen it all so nothing surprises me. I'm the type of teacher/caregiver that is more on...
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Autumn. I'm a certified Nursing Assistant and Teaching Assistant in a school district with hands on experience supporting children with special needs. I've also worked as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and as a nanny, so I'm very comfortable providing both personal care and fun, engaging activities. I'm...
3 years of working directly with older adults/children with Intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Since 2013, I have worked in various capacities at both the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities as well as the New York State Justice Center. Currently going to graduate school to receive my Masters in Public...
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Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am an Art Teacher of 23 years in Wynantskill looking to supplement my income with part time after school work. I have experience with special needs kids, kids on the spectrum, and am very loving, patient, creative and fun. I am available 3-6 p.m. M, T, Th, and Friday. Wednesday hours are 4-6. I have first aid training and...
Hi! I am the mother of an almost 18-year-old with Autism as well as a 16-year-old with medical challenges. I am also an employee of the district as a special needs bus aide and bus driver in training. Looking to provide assistance and support to local families on the weekend (because I know I sure needed help!)
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