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Nicolle A.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$23-25/hr9 yrs exp

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Hello! I'm going to grad school in the fall for speech therapy and I have shadowed many speech therapists as well as worked with kids who have ASD. My minor is college is deaf studies and I am familiar with American Sign Language. I am also familiar with AAC devices and children with behavioral problems.
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Debra D.


Poughquag, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

LPN.

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I've been a Lpn for 35 plus years. I have a vast amount of expierence with all age groups. Looking to care for you or your loved ones
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Katie B.


Pleasant Valley, NY

$16-21/hr

Very Friendly And Out Going

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Went to boces for early childcare. To care of a family members three children! Worked for a special needs school but moved so had to leave. Also worked for a home cleaning business.
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Andrea B.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

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Kind and knowledgeable Childcare Provider well-versed in maintaining safe and nurturing environments for children of different ages ranging from 4 months to 21 yr old special needs. Experience in household childcare, residential special needs childcare, and teaching assistant experience with special needs children.
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Samantha K.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Evenings And Overnight Care

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I have been watching kids for about 10 years now. I used to watch two kids for about 3 years and now they are old enough to be on their own. Currently, I watch three kids mostly overnights since the parents are EMTs. They are all different ages and they all have special needs. I have been watching them for about 10 years and...
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Deusely A.


Washington Depot, CT

$16-30/hr2 yrs exp

Specialist With Children With Special Needs

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I have a degree in early childhood education in Brazil and several courses on the social inclusion of children with special needs and I am the grandmother of two special needs children, I don't speak English and I use a translator
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Lakshmi B.


West Cornwall, CT

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

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Providing care for children with special needs while maintaining a calm and caring demeanor. Assistance with all aspects of daily living.
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Meghan S.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$20-38/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter

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Hi! my name is Meghan and I am a licensed practical nurse. I would like to start nannying while going for my bachelors of nursing. I have 8 siblings and was a mother's helper since I was 8 years young. My younger brother has Down's syndrome so I have experience with special needs.
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Chauvelle L.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$23/hr4 yrs exp

Attentive And Compassionate

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I have been in Healthcare for 9 years in which I have worked with every demographic. Newborn to end-of-life care. In the early part of my career, I was a personal care aide, during this time I cared for persons with disabilities and special needs. Currently, I work in the Emergency room so I still encounter patients with special...
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Teresa S.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nurses Assistant

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Hi my name is Teresa I've been an CNA for 20 plus years, I've worked with all types of clients, dementia, combative, u name it I've done it, I can do insulin, cook, clean, run errands, take to doctors appointments, are just go for a walk... as long as it doesn't hurt the client we can enjoy each other.... I love what I do I'm...
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Corrine M.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$21-28/hr10 yrs exp

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I have worked with children and adults that have disabilities for over 18 years. It has become my passion. I feel you have to have an extreme amount of patience and a special kind of heart to work with someone who fully depends on you for assistance with completing daily tasks. I always go above and beyond to make sure the...
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Alyssa R.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

20 Year Old Girl With 8 Years Experience Watching Both Babies And Special Needs Children

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Hello! I am the oldest of three so naturally my siblings became like my own kids and I have helped care for them since birth. I have an autistic 13-year-old sister and a 7-year-old brother. Currently, I work full time as an educational assistant at a school for individuals on the Autism Spectrum. I have numerous years of...
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Carolyn T.


New Milford, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny-Live Out Available

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Hello! I began volunteering at my local Cerebral Palsy Center when I was 14 yrs old, and continued volunteering, eventually landing employment as a teacher and client coordinator there. That was where it all started. I have since worked with adults and children with Autism, MS, Down Syndrome, etc. I am a Speech/Language...
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Brittany S.


Millerton, NY

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

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I have 7+ years of experience in all age levels. Currently employed at The Cynthia White Children's Center. I have experience with special needs children and adults. As well as being med certified, CPR/first aide certified. I have experience with colostomy bags, g-tubes etc. I can help with Light Housekeeping, laundry, errands,...
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Jacqueline F.


New Milford, CT

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Helping And Watching Children Grow Has Also Been Something I Loved To Do

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Child care has always been something I am passionate about, after a seven year career in the automotive industry I am ready to get back to something that brings me joy in life, babysitting and nannying. With over 8 years of childcare experience ranging from infants to school age children along with children with special needs I...
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Nadine F.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nadine

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I have 30 years experience providing care for individuals with varying disabilities working at Cardinal Hayes Home For Children. It is a passion of mine to be in this field of service. I consider myself a very compassionate person and I feel satisfied and fulfilled knowing I'm assisting a fellow human being to live a full life

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I'm have worked with children with disabilities for 20 years . Since a child I have been highly passionate for seniors and children with disabilities. I try my best to carry out each patient needs and always consider the family needs and wants also. As I continue my journey in this field my goal is to always be compassionate and...
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Alyssa R.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

Educational Assistant

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I work at a day program and boarding private school for individuals with autism spectrum disorder aged 8-28. I am an education assistant and a 1:1 aide. I assist my student (if residential) with ADLs, assist during meals, support and work directly with the teacher and student through the entire school day in completing work,...
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Danielle D.


Bantam, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I have been a special needs para educator for 4 years working with children with autism, behavioral issues and developmental delays.
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Meghan S.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$25-35/hr4 yrs exp

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Hi! My names Meghan and I'm a pediatric nurse and full-time college student. I am going back to school in the fall to pursue my PA degree. During this time I will no longer be working as a nurse but still want to maintain the path I love ; which is helping children and families. I have experience with Autism, ADHD , ADD , DS.

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