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Jessica P.


Watkins Glen, NY

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

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I'd describe my personality as sociable, bright and gentle. I am very reliable, responsible and a hard working person. I have several years of childcare experience, at 12 years old I completed my babysitting course with Redcross and started working right away. I'm registered in CPR and I'm open to taking more courses if...
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Heather G.


Hector, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time- Babysitter/ House Keeper Dog Watcher Part Time / Care Giver Part Time / Nanny Part-time

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I have watched my niece and nephews more than I can count and I enjoy children & helping them anyway I can possible. I've worked with special needs as well or if you just need someone to watch your pups I'd love to as well I have my own fur baby!
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Jaime M.


Dundee, NY

$25-27/hr10 yrs exp

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I have been in nursing since 1995. I feel it's my calling. I trained the certified nursing assistants and was a mentor and team leader. I have been state Med certified. I have taken care of adults and children with special needs. I am very skilled with people who have dementia- alzheimers. things I do is help people with...
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Katelyn A.


Trumansburg, NY

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

Fun, Outdoorsy Babysitter Available For Summer!

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Greetings! I am seeking new families to provide part-time or occasional care for during summers, college breaks, weekends, whatever you need. I am currently taking a class which will be done on 4/11/20. I have experience with children of all ages, including children with special needs. I have worked as a counselor in training at...
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"Our son liked Katelyn right away, and often asks us to "do it like Katelyn does it" for various little tricks she has for getting him dressed. She is good at communicating, and asked for check-ins when needed....

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Chelsea D.


Horseheads, NY

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello! I'm Chelsea and I'm a certified nursing assistant looking to help some in need of care at home. I have siblings whom I've helped raise and care for. I have lots of experience with special needs children. I also had a babysitting job for 2 years when I was a little younger. I am now a mama to a baby boy! I would love to...

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My name is Katlynn . I have my associates degree in Early Childhood Education. My most recent job was working at the CPPHS in a special needs classroom as a teaching assistant. I love interacting with people and am very easy to get along with. I am able to provide social interaction and senior care such as companionship, helping...
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Rhonda S.


Horseheads, NY

$12-20/hr1 yrs exp

Great Personality

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I have done private care since I have been 15. I also have been driving for Corning-Painted Post for 4 years. I am also a teachers aide for Corning-Painted Post High School, and work with special needs children during the summer.
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Shane P.


Prattsburgh, NY

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Sensitive and Compassionate Caregiver

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I have had over three years experience caring for two gentlemen with developmental disabilities. It was the most rewarding job I have ever had. I grew very attached to them in the time that I spent with them. We worked on a schedule that was four days on three days off and when I hadn't been there in three days they were always...
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Emily S.


Newfield, NY

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

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Hi, My name is Emily and I saw the ad you posted and I am very interested. I currently nanny for a family of three part time in the evenings. I have been with them for about 3 years now. I also have spend time nannying for them on an overnight basis so I have experience with that as well. I love spending time outdoors and well...
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Katlynn B.


Painted Post, NY

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

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*No availability at this time. My name is Katlynn. I graduated from Pennsylvania College of Technology with an associates degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked at two different Daycare's as the Pre-K teacher. I have also worked at a preschool as the school-age teacher working with children in 1st-6th grade. My most...
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Maria S.


Trumansburg, NY

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

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I have worked with special needs individuals for over 5 years starting as a Direct Support Professional working for OPWDD and then working in an integrated preschool for children with special needs as well as working with a teenager with autism as a Community Support Professional at the Racker Centers in Ithaca, NY. I have some...
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Abbie S.


Newfield, NY

$12-17/hr6 yrs exp

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Patience. Those who provide home care to others need to be patient. Compassion. When someone has compassion for another they have an understanding of what the person is going through. Attentiveness. Dependability. Trustworthiness.
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Sara D.


Painted Post, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Personal Care Assistant

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Mother of 6 (1 Spec. Needs)-Ages 25-32 Grandma of 6 (2 Step) Ages 1-17, (I *raised 3 Grand-babies 3-5 days Wkly since Birth & During Summer, Vacations & Holidays, Weekends!! I'm able to dispense medications. BOCES LPN Training
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Ariel G.


Newfield, NY

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

6 Years Working

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Hello, I worked at a child center for 4 years. I worked hands on with children 5-16 who have severe behavioral disorders or developmental delays. I am trained in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and am very comfortable holding schedules and boundaries. I ran therapy and play groups throughout my time and would love to work one on...
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Lesley M.


Painted Post, NY

$16-18/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver!

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I have worked in this field for more than 20 years. I am very comfortable with any/all person with disabilities including physical limitations and medical concerns. I have worked with both children and adults in the past, as well as geriatric members of this community. I am interested in part time work during weekdays, willing...
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Ashley W.


Trumansburg, NY

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

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I have a brother in law with cerebral palsy who I help care for daily, I watch my friends child with autism frequently.

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