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Mia H.

Astoria, NY

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$22/hr
3 years experience
I'm a kind and patient caregiver with a true passion for helping children and adults with special needs feel safe, loved, and supported. I've cared for individuals with epilepsy, schizophrenia, diabetes, heart conditions, and Down syndrome, and I treat every person I work with like family. I'm currently studying nursing at St....
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Experienced

Elmont, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
Hi! My name is Alexa. I have worked for the NYC Department of Education with children with special needs such as autism, down syndrome, behavioral needs, and more for the past three years. I have a passion for supporting children who are often overlooked or misunderstood. During my time in the school system, I have learned how...
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Flushing, NY

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$19/hr
8 years experience
Hello, my name is Beth and I am currently looking for a caregiving position for children or adult with special needs such as but not limited to ADHD, autism, downs syndrome. I have most recently worked with a young lady with autism since she was 13. She's a lot more independent but I still help her on some weekends. I currently...
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Part Time Care Giver

New York, NY

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I have worked with and taught students on the Autism spectrum. I have worked at Easter Seals camp where I worked with campers with Down syndrome, and I have worked with children with Cerebral palsy.
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Astoria, NY

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
My name is Mary Rose and I am currently a Special Education teacher on the elementary level. I hold certificates in General/Special Education on the Elementary level, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and have my Masters of Science for Literacy. Before becoming a teacher, I volunteered at Camp Anchor, which is a camp for children...
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Cece To The Rescue !

Bronx, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Cece, it's nice to meet you! Things to know about Cece? I am a very reliable, patient, fun and creative person. Who has approximately 3 years of experience working with infants, teens and even adults. I also have experience working with children/adults with special needs such as Down syndrome, epilepsy, Autism and...
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New Hyde Park, NY

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$25/hr
6 years experience
I have extensive experience supporting individuals with special needs across multiple settings and age groups. I currently work full-time as a behavior technician in both a center and an elementary school, where I implement behavior plans, support skill development, and build meaningful relationships with the individuals I...
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Special Needs Advocate / Former Teacher / Cross-Cultural Communicator

New York, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
errands
My name is Jackson. I an originally from Kentucky. Since graduating college, I have been traveling abroad and working, mostly as an English teacher. I have diverse experience working with individuals with special needs from infancy to adulthood. These experiences began as a child, having a close relationship with a cousin who is...
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Part-time Caregiver

New York, NY

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Hello! I have worked as a caregiver for the past ~8 years and have absolutely loved it. I have worked with several people with Downs Syndrome and two people with Autism as a caregiver. We worked together in order to accomplish each of their goals. I've worked on teaching them to cook, grocery shop, work on school work, exercise,...
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Part Time Caregiver

New York, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
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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New York, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
I have a passion for supporting families as they raise their children! I started baby sitting when I was 14 years old, which evolved into becoming a nanny when I was 18 years old, a role which I held for over 5 years with several different families. During this time I continued babysitting and providing relief support work to...
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Graduate Student At Columbia

New York, NY

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$30/hr
3 years experience
I have a sister with Down Syndrome and have been involved in the special needs community my whole life. I am currently a speech language pathologist at a D75 High School in NYC. I do have my own private practice and have availability to take on additional speech therapy clients (child-adult). I graduated with my Masters in...
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New York, NY

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$20/hr
5 years experience
My name is Jackson. I an originally from Kentucky. Since graduating college, I have been traveling abroad and working, mostly as an English teacher. I have diverse experience working with individuals with special needs from infancy to adulthood. These experiences began as a child, having a close relationship with a cousin who is...
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Academic Tutor | Babysitter | Special Education | Senior Care

Brooklyn, NY

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$27/hr
5 years experience
I am an experienced educator, tutor, babysitter, and a Psychology Masters student at Harvard University. I have a B. S. in Decision Science from Carnegie Mellon University. I worked at an inclusion school working 1:1 with children who have severe special needs and as an assistant gen-Ed teacher in Math, Science, English,...
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Highly Experienced, Fun And Creative Special Educator

Floral Park, NY

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I am a recent college graduate with a license in teaching children with disabilities. I also have worked with kids with disabilities my whole life through my brother with Down Syndrome. I have a lot of experience taking care of him as well as other families with children with disabilities.
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Bronx, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
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I have experience in home health aide with Beacon, where I performed hospitality skills and housekeeping all while taking care of people with special needs as a DSP. I've also worked with autistic children, Down syndrome and children or adults who are in need of some mental help. I've administered personal care and companionship...
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EXPERIENCED, UPBEAT SPECIAL NEEDS TUTOR & SITTER

New York, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
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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Brooklyn, NY

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Hello, my name is Aminah. I am a 23-year-old NJ native living in Brooklyn, NY. I am currently looking for a full time babysitting position. I love kids and am one of five children myself, so I am used to the work involved in running a household with many people. Below are my qualifications: - Experience with neurotypical and...
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New York, NY

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I began my work with special needs children in high school, where over the course of a year I worked with students from a neighboring school. I taught teenagers with down syndrome, ADHD, Muscular Dystrophy, and processing disorders. We all worked together on a year long project, putting a musical show together for their friends...
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Bronx, NY

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
+ 1 more
I have experience in home health aide with Beacon, where I performed hospitality skills and housekeeping all while taking care of people with special needs as a DSP. I've also worked with autistic children, Down syndrome and children or adults who are in need of some mental help. l've administered personal care and companionship...
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