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Michael B.


Hoboken, NJ

$20-35/hr • 8 yrs exp

4.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm Michael, a young, freelance writer with a love for kids. My two younger sisters don't hurt. One has Down syndrome, so I'm used to caring for children with special needs. If you're looking for the kind of sitter to park your kids in front of the TV, look elsewhere. From board games to outdoor excursions, I'll keep them...
Michael can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Michael was a caregiver for our two sons (preschooler and fourth grader) on two occasions in the past few months. My interaction with Michael during the hiring process was smooth. He responded promptly and ensured that he comes across as a trustworthy person by...

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Midori K.


Bronx, NY

$27/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Midori. I have over 7 years of childcare/nannying experience and experience working with special needs children. I am fluent in English and Japanese, and I am able to cook and some light cleaning around the house. Some previous experience that I have is an instructor for elementary age school students at an after...
Midori can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Midori was a great help to my husband and kids, she is always willing to give a helping hand and the kids love her. I hope she gets along with your family as well as ours."

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Jillian G.


New York, NY

$20-35/hr

Comfortable And Have Experience Working With Special Needs Children

I have worked with children with both autism and down syndrome and had an amazing experience working with them. I am always willing to take them out or just stay inside and play. I take the opportunity as making a new friend.
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Maria P.


New York, NY

$22/hr • 6 yrs exp

Nanny For Kids All Ages With Specialty In Kids With Down Syndrome.

Hii! So nice meeting you. My name is Maria and I am from Madrid, Spain. I have two younger brothers who are now 11 and 12 years old and one of them has Down Syndrome. I have been a babysitter ever since I was 17, I have a lot of experience with special needs kids as well. I currently study Advertising and pr and have already...
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Richard G.


Astoria, NY

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have worked with students and adults with special needs, on and off, for the last 10 years. Previously, I was working as a part time caretaker for a young man with autism. I have taught music and drama to students at a local, recently closed, LLC for students with special needs, and when I taught public school theatre, I...
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Michelle W.


Brooklyn, NY

$17-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available For Special Needs Families

Hello, I have been working with children with special needs for 8 years. I have worked in a childcare setting as well as provided private care. I have experience with children with food allergies, Down's syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, hydrocephalus, seizure disorders and eating disorders. I enjoy taking children outside for...
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Danielle F.


Yonkers, NY

$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Qualified Disability Nurse Looknig For Work In The NYC Area

Fully qualified intellectual disability nurse seeking to look after children or adults with various intellectual disabilities. I have experience in caring for children with down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, and prader willi syndrome to name a few. I have experience in working with all age groups, having worked with early...
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Gisel R.


Bronx, NY

$18-23/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hello I am the oldest of 5 siblings, the youngest was born with ADD/ADHD I help mostly for him. I also had previous jobs with children who've had Down syndrome, Disabled and who are Challenging. I am very patient and very sweet and love working with children with needs!
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Libby N.


New York, NY

$17-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

PT/FT Registered Personal Care Assistant

I have been a PCA for a teen boy with down syndrome on the autism spectrum for 4 years. I'm passionate and familiar with working with neurodivergent children and I've been surrounded by them my whole life.
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Lucy A.


Astoria, NY

$15-20/hr

Special Needs Caregiver

I have worked with both adults and children with varied special needs. I have worked for a Boston-based program called Step by Step, and taught dance classes for adults with Down Syndrome and children on the autism spectrum. In each class, I created choreography that both gave them technique practice, as well as gave them space...
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Erin A.


New York, NY

$17-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Both of my nephews are autistic- one is severe an the other mild. They are 12 and 4 years old. I have cared for them myself multiple times. I have also volunteered with an equine therapy program to assist children with autism and down syndrome as well as physical disabilities.
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Brianna P.


Hoboken, NJ

$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp

ACDS Volunteer

Volunteered through ACDS for two summers teaching yoga to young adults with Down's syndrome and other developmental delays.
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Ariela M.


Brooklyn, NY

$17-35/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver For Special Needs

Hello, my name is Ariela and I am here to serve your family by providing excellent, compassionate care. I am currently completing my last year of my Masters program for Social Work. My undergraduate degree in Psychology included training and education in childhood developmental psychology and various disorders that affect...
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Ashley C.


New York, NY

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Energetic Part Time Caregiver

Hi! My name is Ashley, I am new to the city from Boston/Portland Maine. I live in the Turtle Bay Area. I work a mainly remote full-time job but am looking for some sitting jobs to help "fill my cup." I am hoping to go back to school to become a teacher. I am extroverted, patient, and reliable. I have been working with kids for...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Danielle C.


New York, NY

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Beyond my 10 years experience in general childcare I have worked with children who have down syndrome and ADHD. My brother is Autistic with high assistance needs so I have a lifetime of experience with Autism spectrum disorder and what it means to be a good caretaker. I am a patient and fast learner, who always strives to treat...
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Hope S.


New York, NY

$17-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Excited Part-Time Care Giver

I am a energetic, enthusiastic college student who has a passion for working with kids experiencing special needs. I have previous experience working with autism, cerebral palsy and down syndrome. I am currently going to school for theatre so I especially love imagination play. I am able to work with any age and am excited to...
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Hannah G.


New York, NY

$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have had the pleasure of working with many children of all ages. Specifically, I have experience working in schools, clinics, and as a personal care assistant for children with special needs. Diagnoses ranged from Prader-Willi Syndrome, ASD, ADHD, Down Syndrome, CP, varying developmental disabilities, and more. I have a...
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Tara T.


New York, NY

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

EXPERIENCED, UPBEAT SPECIAL NEEDS TUTOR & SITTER

It has extensive information about my many services ** I Will Always Do My Best To Work With Your Budget** I am a tutor and award-winning writer (Prose Fellowship- NJ State Arts Council for YA fiction), more. I have over 15 years of child care and tutoring experience:. with Special Needs...
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Maya B.


Brooklyn, NY

$18-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Tutor | Babysitter | Former Special Ed Assistant Teacher

My name is Maya, and I am an experienced educator, tutor, and babysitter. I am also a part-time student myself. I worked at an inclusion school 1:1 with children who have severe special needs. Each class I taught was differentiated for students of any levels of ability. I taught Math, Science, English, History, and Art to...
Maya can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Amy H.


Woodbury, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

College Educated Special Needs Childcare Provider

Hi! My name is Amy. I have a BA from LIU in Early Childhood/Elementary Education. I taught nursery school for over 15 yrs, toddlers-Pre-K. Since 2007, I have been employed with the Hicksville SD, as a Certified Special Education Assistant weekday mornings since 2007-Present For the last 12 years, I have worked with children...

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