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Down syndrome care in Jamaica, NY

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Michaelle D.


Jamaica, NY

$19-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

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Caring for a 25 yrs old men with Down syndrome for 5 yrs. I helped him with daily living activities. He's non-verbal.
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Daisy I.


Woodhaven, NY

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

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I have worked in a special needs daycare for four years. I worked with children with autism, Down Syndrome, ADHD, etc. I have always loved working with special needs students since I was in elementary school. I would always volunteer to help out and that is when I knew I loved working with them. I have a lot of patience and I am...
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Hardai B.


Forest Hills, NY

$19-25/hr

Special Needs Assistance

I took care of children that had developmental challenges. Attention Deficit and Down Syndrome. I am passionate about children and adults that has special needs due to having a brother with Down syndrome. I am also a certified Personal Care Assistant. I am flexible with time, and go the extra mile to accommodate my clients...
I have over 10 years of experience working with special need kids. I worked with kids that has asthma, ADHD, kabuki syndrome, Down syndrome, speech delayed.
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Ariela M.


Brooklyn, NY

$15-35/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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Stacy F.


Valley Stream, NY

$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

I have 8 years of experience with people who suffer from epilepsy , Down syndrome, ADHD and adults and children with disabilities.
Hi! My name is Elizabeth and I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a bachelors in Psychology in 2018. I have worked with children and adults with developmental disabilites including autism and down syndrome as an in home aid and behavioral health technician. I also experience with individuals with physcial...
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Rawan H.


Brooklyn, NY

$25-50/hr • 7 yrs exp

I have almost 9 years of experience caring for people of different ages with different problems. I worked with a 70-year-old man for 7 years when I was 16. He had medical issues and bone disease, so I was managing his doctor visits and his medicine. I have taken care of my grandmother. Since I was a kid, because she was living...
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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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Jennifer H.


Rockville Centre, NY

$20-35/hr

Part-Time/ Full-Time Care Giver

I have grown up with special needs family members and classmates. I am familiar with down syndrome and autism. My passion for special needs children came in elementary school. In elementary school, the special needs children, most of which were down syndrome, were able to join regular classrooms for half of the day. I enjoyed...
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Elizabeth W.


Flushing, NY

$19-24/hr • 8 yrs exp

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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Lauren H.


Garden City, NY

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

In the summer, I do camp anchor. I volunteer with down syndrome and autistic kids, devoting all of my time to them. I love doing camp anchor because I create relationships that will last a life time.
Currently, I am working as a Direct Professional Aide working with individuals with Lagone-Down Syndrome, Autisum, ADD, ADHD, Physicosis, and OCD. Also, I'm a Registered Medical Assistant and have certification in CPR for adults, adolescents, and infants. It brings me joy to help others out on a personal level to achieve...
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Aminah S.


Brooklyn, NY

$19-23/hr • 3 yrs exp

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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Dani S.


Brooklyn, NY

$19-24/hr • 5 yrs exp

Teacher Dani

Hello! My name is Dani, and I am a certified special education teacher I'm district 75! I work primarily with students with severe disabilities in elementary school such as autism, Down syndrome, multiple disabilities, and intellectual disabilities. I currently teach a 6:1:1 3rd-5th grade class, but I have taught all...
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Richard G.


Astoria, NY

$15-25/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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K'yundra M.


Brooklyn, NY

$15-40/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter Or Nanny Available

Hi! I am a recent college graduate looking for occasional or ongoing child care positions. I am a grad from The College of Charleston where I obtained a B. A. in Theatre Performance and a minor in Arts Management. I have worked in and out of childcare since 2016 and have had many jobs including working for a Universal Pre-K...
K'yundra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Stephen K.


Floral Park, NY

$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp

Highly Experienced, Fun And Creative Special Educator

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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Sheriece T.


Brooklyn, NY

$17-18/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello, My Name Is Sheriece , I'm 21 Years And I'm Looking Forward To Work With Your Family.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, nurturing, and creative. I love working with kids because I'm passionate about shaping young minds and helping them grow into confident, capable individuals. There's nothing more rewarding than seeing them overcome challenges and realize they can achieve anything they set their minds...
Sheriece can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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. I am also working as an Assistant Coach for the Youth Wheelchair division of New York...
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"I was very cautious of who I would hire to watch my 11 year old son who has autism. I felt it had to be someone very patient and had knowledge of the disorder. I have to say that it had to be God who put this young lady in our path. I simply cannot say enough...

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