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Tonya D.

Boiceville, NY

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Tonya and I would like to apply for this job. I've raised three children, one with mental illness. I've also cared for my Niece that has autism and other disabilities. I worked at a group home and always wanted to help the ones that needed extra assistance. Down Syndrome, Asperger syndrome I've worked with. I...
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Kingston, NY

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$35/hr
5 years experience
Hi all! I'm Vicki, and I've been educating children, in one environment or another, for almost 20 years! I began as a swim lessons instructor, and moved quickly onto daycare and preschool settings, followed by teaching movement classes, and ultimately teaching in early childhood, elementary, and special education classrooms. I...
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Ulster Park, NY

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have worked both in my own family and for others with a wide variety of special needs and disabilities. I actually helped my single mother raise my younger brother who suffered from disabilities since a very young age. I have work in home and in facilities with the elderly and disabled, with both short term rehabilitation or...
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Kingston, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi there! I have a huge heart for all children! I have been working with kids since I was 12 years old; about 13 years. I have worked with special needs, twins, infants up to elementary. I am currently in my gap year in pursuit if becoming a physical therapist! I love animals as well, so if you have a furry friend I will be...
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Personal Assistant, Gardening, And House Cleaning

Stone Ridge, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have run my own retreat center for years in up state NY I have been a personal assistant for many years Both in Austin and NY over the years I can help with a number of house managing or Personal assistant tasks I also worked in Hospice care for about 10 years
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Bubbly Sitter; Ready For Anything

Highland, NY

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Sienna but most call me Cece! People would describe me as personable and bubbly. I love to bake cakes, do fun crafts, and go to museums with kiddos! I have 7 years of professional childcare experience. I have worked with many different types of kids including those with special needs. I can help with light...

Care Member says "Cece took care of our 1.5 year old son for a week while our au pair was away. We didn't have time to meet before she watched him so we went in not...

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Rhinebeck, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Transportation
respite care
mobility assistance
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
I have a lifetime of experiencing caring for children and adults. I currently provide babysitting as well as light care to several special needs seniors. Additionally, I'm a life coach, a birth doula & a massage therapist. Many of these skills translate well to working with seniors. I really enjoy finding ways to make their...

Deborah J. says "Angelique is both compassionate and competent. I was so happy to have her with me on the day of my surgery. She ensured she understood all of the...

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Part Time Caregiver Available

Highland, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked primarily with children and teens with mental health disorders. I also have experience babysitting children and teens with Sensory Processing Disorder and Aspergers and have worked with many children on the Autism spectrum. I really love working with kids and it is very rewarding to see what they are able to...

Abiola G. says "Joycelyn is amazing. She is so good with my son! She listens and respects all the needs for my son and she goes above and beyond for our family. She is...

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Compassionate Caregiver & Concierge

Gardiner, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
A compassionate and experienced caregiver and community volunteer, I can assist you, a family member or friend with in-home care & companionship, light housework, bathing, med sorts, and meal prep. I can also help with transportation/errands, maintaining appointment calendars (PT/OT, Hospice), hiring & managing additional staff...

Care Member says "Our family had the great good fortune of having Michelle care for our mom for the last year of her life. Michelle was exceptionally knowledgeable about...

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Special Needs

Saugerties, NY

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Cindy I have one son 23. I worked as a Montessori teacher for many years and had my own little private school/daycare for 8years. I've also cared the elderly for the past 8 years.
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Compassionate Caregiver/Concierge

Gardiner, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
A compassionate, experienced mother, caregiver & community volunteer, I can assist with childcare, light housework/laundry, and meal prep. I can also assist with transportation/carpools and errands. I left my job as a department director to be a stay-at-home mom; I ran a daycare from my home for four years, teaching,...

Care Member says "Michelle is a hard worker and is willing to go the extra mile. My husband needs assistance with feeding, dressing, transferring, etc…all of which she...

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Senior Care

Saugerties, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi, I worked with children for many years. I've cared for the elderly before teaching and also worked with children of special needs. I came back to where I love being and that is with the elder. I've been caring for the elderly for over 28years. I've worked in nursing homes and privately in many homes. I'm experienced with...

Carolyn G. says "I am a home health care physical therapist and had had the pleasure of working with clients that Cindy cares for. She takes her job seriously and...

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Easy-going And Patient Babysitter

New Paltz, NY

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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Hi! I'm a 27-year-old early childhood education major. I've been working with children since I was 14, including babysitting, assistant directing children's theater productions, working with children with special needs, and teaching preschool in a federal building, which involves a high-security clearance. Most recently, I've...

Claire K. says "Julia has been a wonderful caretaker for our daughter from the ages of 3-9 months. The only reason we had to stop using her was relocating for a job. Our...

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Mom Of 2 Special Needs Children.

Saugerties, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am a mom of two autistic children. My house is built off of routines and organization. I have many years experience with childcare I have been watching kids for the last 30 years, on top of being a mom and a housewife
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Adventure Creator

Saugerties, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm a certified school psychologist who has worked in elementary, middle and high school settings. I'm CPR and First Aid certified and have been caring for children as a sitter for 10+ years. I have experience with children who have special needs and will be happy to share my expertise . I love creating adventures for kids,...
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Creative, Kind, And Patient Sitter!

New Paltz, NY

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello families! My name is Megan and I am a 23-year-old graduate student studying Clinical Mental Health Counseling at SUNY New Paltz. I have 10+ years of experience with children as young as 3 months old. I also have experience with children who have special needs. I am extremely kind and patient and have always had a love for...
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Passion For Children Of All Ages

Clinton Corners, NY

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I truly love working with children of all ages and needs. I worked in health and fitness for many years as a youth athletics coach, kids Zumba instructor and CO-program creator for a special needs children's boot camp program. I love anything and everything artistic and creative involving children's activities! Lastly I've spent...
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New Paltz, NY

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Claudia, I'm 29 years old and I live in New Paltz. I'm caring, honest, patient, reliable and will provide exceptional care for your child/children. My childcare experience expands across all age groups, including special needs. I look forward to meeting you!
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Behavioral Coach

New Paltz, NY

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$35/hr
3 years experience
As an autistic adult, I bring a uniquely empathetic perspective to the challenges that other autistic people face. Through a creative approach that changes with the needs of each individual, I find a way to connect & adapt that will best help each person connect with the world around them. I employ the use of art, music,...
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Loving Caregiver

New Paltz, NY

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$26/hr
Hi I'm a dedicated and loving caregiver who does not have professional experience yet but I do have personal experience as I have friends and family members with varying disabilities.

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Special Needs Caregivers in West Hurley, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Sienna T.

Cece took care of our 1.5 year old son for a week while our au pair was away. We didn't have time to meet before she watched him so we went...

- Care member

Angelique D.

Angelique is both compassionate and competent. I was so happy to have her with me on the day of my surgery. She ensured she understood all...

- Deborah J.

Joycelyn N.

Joycelyn is amazing. She is so good with my son! She listens and respects all the needs for my son and she goes above and beyond for our...

- Abiola G.

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