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Mary Rose P.


Astoria, NY

$50/hr • 9 yrs exp

Certified General/Special Education Teacher Seeking Part-time Employment

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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. 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...

Marisol A.

Brianna B.


Brooklyn, NY

$17/hr • 1 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker

I am currently in school studying child psychology in hopes of going into a field working with children with special needs. I have considered going into speech or occupational therapy, working in schools in PPCD classrooms, or possibly specializing in working with people with down syndrome. I have always had a lot of patience...

Augustine B.


Brooklyn, NY

$17-40/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...

Mary Rose P.


Astoria, NY

$24-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

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

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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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"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.

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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, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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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Jenine D.


New Milford, NJ

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Have Tons Of Experiences

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the past 10 years I have served as a baby sitter working with children ages, two weeks to 15 years old including children with down syndrome, autism, bi-polar, and mild special needs cases. Since 2005, I have been employed by the Montclair Board of Education as a teacher assistant working with children pre-K- grade5. In...
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"Jenine is a lovely woman! My daughter had such a wonderful time with Jenine, she's still talking about it!!!"

Camille M.

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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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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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Sandra B.


Garfield, NJ

$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

My Name is Sandra, In the past I worked with special needs teens, toddlers ( spine bifida, down syndrome, autism, behavior disorder ) I have experience to work with them so that they are within their limitations as independent as possible.
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Ryan H.


Roselle, NJ

$15/hr

Special Needs Provider

I am a recently graduated Early Childhood/Special Education major. I have worked with students with Autism, Downs Syndrome, Multiple Disabilities, Physical Disabilities, and behavioral needs.
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Stephanie D.


Bloomfield, NJ

$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

I have worked with children with different special needs. When I was working in the elementary school, I shadowed a little girl that had down syndrome. I would take her to all her specials and accompany her during lunchtime. I would help her interact with the other children and assist her in her academics. I would also maintain...
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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.
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Sunmi J.


Glen Ridge, NJ

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experienced with ages: Infant, Toddler, Youth, Teen, Adult, Senior Experienced with diagnoses: Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cancer, Down Syndrome, Mental Illness, Alzheimer
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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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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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Tiffany A.


Hackensack, NJ

$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

A Great Companion!

I have over 4 years of experience as a direct support professional, caring for a woman in her 30's who had developmental delays. I've assisted her in bathing/dressing, preparing meals, appointments and self care (nails, etc.). I've also worked as a substitute teacher and have experienced working with students in self contained...
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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Cecilia M.


Long Beach, NY

$15-25/hr • 15 yrs exp

Professional, Compassionate Nanny In Long Beach, NY

Hi there! My name is Cecilia, but I go by Ceci or Cee for short! I am a professional tattoo artist who recently finished my two year apprenticeship, and I am now searching for the perfect family to grow with, as I have a lifelong passion for childcare. I have over 15 years of paid experience taking care of children of all...
Cecilia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Long Island City, NY

Mary Rose P.

5.0

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 about Mary Rose and what she has...

- Marisol A.

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.

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

Jenine D.

5.0

Jenine is a lovely woman! My daughter had such a wonderful time with Jenine, she's still talking about it!!!

- Camille M.

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