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Jaclyn P.


Islandia, NY

$15-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available

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I have my Associates degree in Early Childhood Education. My work expirience includes working in homecare as well as in a special education preschool. I also have a backround in behavior therapy. I have worked in the special needs community for 10 years. I have experience working with a variety of children with special needs,...
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"Jaclyn is an awesome, capable young lady. She is a very reliable and caring person. She was a pleasure to have as a caretaker for my son who has Special needs. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a dependable caregiver."

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...
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"I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son."

Meryl B.

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Rayana W.


Sayville, NY

$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello! I have about 6 years experience working with adults and children with special needs. I taught swim lessons to many special needs classes over the years. Most of my experience is with ASD and Down Syndrome.
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Marian H.


Kings Park, NY

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Willing and Able to Help

Hi, I'm Marian! I'm passionate about caring for those with special needs because I have experienced the wonders and frustrations that accompany such care first hand. I grew up in a home with 24-hour nursing care: my brother had a rare form of muscular dystrophy, and utilized a ventilator as well as a wheelchair, and my youngest...
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Patricia M.


Islip, NY

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part- Time Caregiver Available.

Working in Self Contained Special Ed. Elementary Level. One on one as well as classroom para. Currently a one on one with a 10-year-old wheelchair bound boy with Mitochondrial Disease. I do work with all the children in our room, as we have several paras. Our classroom consists of all levels of disabilities. Mostly Autism and...
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Amanda M.


Holbrook, NY

$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

I have experience working with individuals with autism ages 7 to 22. I have worked with two higher need individuals with autism, 21 and 22 years old- this included making sure that they took their medicine, baking with them, watching movies and drawing, as well as transporting them to and supervising them at social events (i. e....
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Jennifer T.


Centereach, NY

$16-21/hr • 6 yrs exp

I've worked with children ages 13-18 with disabilities for 6 years. Some of the most beautiful people It was truly the most rewarding time of my life. I've worked with children with autism, Down syndrome, adhd.
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Jessica S.


Bayport, NY

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

My name is Jessica and I am about to start my third year as an education major. I have 4 years of babysitting experience, including experiences with special needs (Down Syndrome and Autism), toddlers, and elementary school children. I love children and am very eager to help out families in any way I can!
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
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Martha D.


Bay Shore, NY

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter For A 2 Years Old Boy. Home Healthcare

20 years' experience in home health care. Compassionate, highly motivated, and dedicated to helping developmentally delayed and special needs children and adults reach their full potential. I'm a part time care provider for a female adult diagnosed with down syndrome since birth. I take care of all her needs from personal...
Martha can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
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Brianna J.


Deer Park, NY

$17-22/hr • 9 yrs exp

I have been working with children from the ages 2-10 for 9 years now and it has been the best experience. I always knew I wanted to work with children ever since I was a child myself. I have a lot of patience and I'm very empathetic as well as understanding. I am very good at calming a child down when they are feeling...
Brianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
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Early Education

Hello I am Kate. I am in my junior year of college going to school for rehabilitation, looking forward to going to grad school for ABA and Special Ed.. At school I work for Down syndrome students and Autistic student who go to the college. At school I work 20 hours a week with these students. I am also in a club at school for...
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Margaret G.


Deer Park, NY

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Disabled Adult Services

I am a single mom of a Downs Syndrome adult. She is my angel on earth. Since moving to Colorado I have worked at Easter Seals Day program for Adults with Developmental Disabilities in Greeley and Loveland for 3 years. I also have worked with a Quad in Greeley for 3 years. I am mature, responsible, reliable, caring, compassionate...
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Toni M.


Huntington Station, NY

$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp

I am graduating from college at the end of May and looking for a babysitting job for the summer before I start a career in the fall! I have been babysitting since I was 13 and have experience with boys and girls aged 2-12 and kids with special needs (have looked after children with autism and down syndrome). I have also worked...
Toni can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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First Aid

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Tasha-gay L.


Coram, NY

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

I am mom of a special needs child ( Downs Syndrome) so I have firsthand experience with special needs requirements and how to go about helping and caring for them on a daily basis. I do not have a car but I have no problem getting to work. I am reliable and a fast learner as well. I hope to be given the chance to help take care...
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Amy H.


Plainview, 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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Katherine C.


Shoreham, NY

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Former Nanny With 15+ Years Experience, Elementary Teacher NYS Certified

I worked for a family with a special needs child for over a decade. I also have experience special needs children in school. I have experience with physical special needs such as multiple sclerosis, chronic asthma, epilepsy, etc. developmental special needs such as down syndrome, autism, dyslexia, processing disorders as well as...
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Valentina B.


Levittown, NY

$20-27/hr • 1 yrs exp

As I previously stated I worked for AHRC in a group home with elderly people with mental and cognitive disabilities such as down syndrome, mental illness, autism, etc.
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Madelyn M.


Miller Place, NY

$17-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter/ Nanny

Hi! My name is Maddie I am 18 years old and I am from Miller Place New York. I am looking for a family to nanny for. I have been around children my whole life and love working with kids. I have been babysitting /nannying for 5 years and have been a camp counselor for 5 years! I have a driver license and I am also CPR/AED...
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Daniella D.


Huntington, NY

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I have worked closely with students who have disabilities throughout my life. I am a certified Special Education teacher who is currently working as a Third Grade teacher in an inclusive classroom. I am also currently tutoring a Kindergarten student with Down Syndrome after school. I love creating fun ways of learning for my...

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