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Down syndrome care in Jamaica, NY

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Mary Rose P.


Astoria, NY

$24-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

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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...
Mary Rose can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Augustine B.


Brooklyn, NY

$10-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

I love children... They are a precious gift, I love taking care of them and watch them growing up. I'm very patient with them especially children with autism, Down Syndrome or any type of disability for the past 5 years. I'm experienced, caring, very patient, passionate and a great listener. I've worked with elders with special...

Camille N.


Brooklyn, NY

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

NYC Creative & Active Babysitter And Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience caring for the following special needs categories: Down syndrome, Type 1 Diabetes and Autism Spectrum - PDDNOS, Intellectually Disabled.
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Claire A.


New York, NY

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Caregiver/tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a sister with Down Syndrome and have been involved in the special needs community my whole life. I was the president of the Best Buddies chapter at Simsbury high school where I interacted and facilitated activities for people with all different types of developmental and intellectual disabilities. In addition, I have been...
5.0
"I am an UWS mom with two kids. Claire was an amazing sitter for our daughter with ASD. She was reliable, always on time and always arrived with a smile. I wish her graduate school schedule this semester allowed for her to continue with us. I strongly recommend...

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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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Olivia G.


New York, NY

$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 24 years old and I just graduated with my Masters in psychology! I'm vaccinated and very Covid-cautious. I am an energetic and loving caregiver who has worked with kids with ages ranging from 2 months to 16 years old. A major reason I've loved caring for children is being able to incorporate concepts and strategies I've...
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Beatriz P.


Yonkers, NY

$24-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Graduate Student Looking For Occasional Babysitting Jobs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Beatriz and I'm 24 years old. I am a first-year Physician Assistant student at Pace University. I'm a super big sister and auntie! I have extensive experience with children of all ages, including children with special needs, such as autism and Down Syndrome. Additionally, in high school I babysat for a variety...
Beatriz can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Beatriz was amazing with my boys (6 and 4). She kept them active and entertained for hours and they were always begging for her to come back. Responsive, polite and a good role model. I had her babysit on multiple occasions and will absolutely hire her again!"

Jamie W.

My 16-year-old brother has a duel diagnosis of severe Down syndrome and Autism. I have been taking care of him for as long as I remember. He made me realize that I have a passion for wanting to teach to Special needs children.
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Michelle W.


Brooklyn, NY

$15-25/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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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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Marjorie H.


East Meadow, NY

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

As a licensed healthcare professional I have cared for a number of people with special needs including those on the autistic spetrum, downs syndrome, wheelchair bound and other mentally challenging disabilities I feel drawn to help people as they deserve the best quality of life and would do my best to serve them and their...
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Kayla P.


New York, NY

$22-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

I started babysitting at 14 years old, and since then I've worked as a camp counselor, nannying for special needs children, and as an official childcare provider for the Seattle Seahawks. I have experience with caring for children with ADHD, Autism, and Down syndrome. Currently I work as a researcher , and this fall I will be...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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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Kaitlyn O.


Rutherford, NJ

$15-20/hr

15 Year Pediatric Nurse

9 years in a pediatric office. Triaging and caring for newborns to teenagers. Then I worked in pediatric Homecare for 6 years caring for all ages and all diagnoses (Autism, Downs Syndrome, CP ect). I am skilled in gtube feedings, respiratory care and oxygen support.
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Libby N.


New York, NY

$15-20/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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Elizabeth O.


Wallington, NJ

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver Available

I have worked with children with special needs for about 6 years. I have experience feeding, bathing, clothing, teaching, and working closely with children and young adults with various exceptionalities. I am in school to be a special educator and have knowledge on the characteristics of students and children with...
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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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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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Katie K.


Hoboken, NJ

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

Hello! My name is Katie and I currently work as a special education teacher in New Providence, NJ. I have worked with students with Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and behavioral disabilities. I am available to come to your home on week nights or weekends to babysit, tutor, provide ABA intervention therapy, and/or teach...
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Hope S.


New York, NY

$15-20/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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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Jamaica, NY

Claire A.

5.0

I am an UWS mom with two kids. Claire was an amazing sitter for our daughter with ASD. She was reliable, always on time and always arrived with a smile. I wish her graduate school schedule this semester allowed for her to continue with us. I strongly recommend Claire!

- Star K.

Midori K.

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.

- Care member

Beatriz P.

5.0

I wish there were 10 stars! I cannot speak highly enough about Beatriz. When I tell my boys, 3 & 5, Beatriz is coming to babysit they literally watch the clock counting down the minutes until she arrives. To say they adore her is an understatement. Beatriz is always on time, incredibly attentive,...

- Lauren R.

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