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Alexandra M.


East Rockaway, NY

$16-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Professional And Mom

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I'm a compassionate and passionate special education and preschool teacher. I taught for a total of 10 years before I quit in order to raise my son full time. He now attends a special needs preschool. So, I have more time during the day. I love working with kids and families of all kinds! I feel the most important part of my job...
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Sarah C.


Wantagh, NY

$16-21/hr • 7 yrs exp

Sarah C.

5.0

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I have had experience caring for someone with a disability since I can remember. My oldest sister has cerebral palsy and I have been one of her main caregivers for many years. I have experience working in a school for children with special needs. I worked at South Shore Educational collaborative as a paraprofessional for four...
5.0
"Sarah was phenomenal with my daughter who has Autism. She was patient, kind and my daughter absolutely loved being with her! We consider ourselves so lucky and fortunate to have her work and care for my daughter"

Nancy S.

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Sheima A.


Springfield Gardens, NY

$45/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have been in special needs field for over 15 years. I work closely with diverse group of people: ADD/ ADHD, Autism, Asperger's syndrome, learning disabilities, speech impairment, and non-complaint behavior. My experience have taught me the value of patience and encouragement. My skill allow me to meet the needs of every...
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Rukminie P.


Queens Village, NY

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part- Time/fulltime

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

why am I passionate about caring for your joy in life, because it brings me joy to see their little eye lite up. I understand that kids just need attention, and I am very good at paying attention to them at all time.
5.0
"Anyone would be very lucky to have Rukminie look after their child or children. I'm a special education teacher, and mom of 3 young girls. I've been providing early intervention services for one of the children Rukminie has been caring for, for about 7 months....

Laura R.

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Patricia O.


Merrick, NY

$17/hr

Nanny, Driver, Have Special Needs Experience

I am currently a Part-time Special Ed. teacher's Aide. I have been working in the School District for 22 years. Along with that I have worked for 2 families, caring for their children. I drove and picked them up from school, stayed with them till their parents came home, and also drove them to different functions. The second...
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Nigeria W.


Uniondale, NY

$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Over 20 years experience working with people Diagnosed with Intellectual Disabilities, CP, Seizure Disorder, and Autism.
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Maya N.


Queens Village, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love providing care to anyone. I'm a certified HHA with 10 years of experience. I have dealt with all types of people from children to adults including those with special needs. I've had many cases... Bed ridden Colostomy Catheter Alzheimer's Impediment etc. I can perform all aspects of activities of daily living and can work...
5.0
"Maya is a professional through and through. I trust her to take good care of my son."

Valerie B.

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Alexandra O.


Rockville Centre, NY

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-Time Summer Babysitter Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Alexandra and I am a Speech Language Pathologist in an educationally based setting. While growing up, I've had many jobs, which required caring for children. These jobs included being a counselor at both sleep away and day camp and babysitting for multiple families with children of all ages. Throughout my graduate...
5.0
"I have used Alexandra for childcare for my special needs son who is almost 4 years old. She is punctual, reliable, and great with kids. I highly recommend her and trust her with my nonverbal son, which I think there's a lot!"

Melissa G.

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Andrea C.


Hollis, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Provider

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

11 years experience working with developmentally delayed adults . I have also worked as a caregiver / companion with elderly seniors . I have experience with administering medication , running errands, accompanying on doctors appointment, bathing , grooming and meal preparation . I have worked with seniors experiencing dementia...
I have dedicated the past five years to working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, focusing on enhancing their quality of life and fostering their independence. My journey began with volunteering at Camp, where I developed a passion for supporting and empowering these individuals. . Through patience, understanding,...
I am very knowledgeable about learning disabilities and autism spectrum disorder because of my personal experience with my own kids. I have a teaching background and I have attended many meetings with professional and educators to understand the impact of these social and learning difficulties on anyone with special needs. I...
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Sherelle R.


Rosedale, NY

$19/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Loving And Caring Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of experience with children, which has honed her skills and understanding of child development. I have worked extensively in camps and schools. My compassion and empathy are at the core of her caregiving approach. I connect deeply with children, understanding their emotions and perspectives, which helps me...
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Erika V.


Uniondale, NY

$18-23/hr • 4 yrs exp

Kind Compassionate Caregiver

I believe I would be an excellent fit as a special needs caregiver because of my passion for working with individuals who require extra support. My experience in education and working with students who have special needs, it has given me the skills and confidence to provide high-quality care to those with unique needs. I'm a...
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Maria D.


Long Beach, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have joined the care network in order to find placement in a job that is more meaningful than simply a job but that is rewarding through the work I will be doing and the relationships we build. I come from a background of care taking through life experience. I am a mother of one daughter that is now 22. I am the youngest of...
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Christine B.


Jamaica, NY

$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

A Dedicated Certified Teacher's Assistant

My name is Christine, and I am 21 years old. I have been a professional child care worker for the last five years in a certified facility. I currently live in Wheatley Heights and have a private form of transportation. A little bit of my history: I was a camp counselor for four years in a row, worked with children after school...
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Ligia R.


East Meadow, NY

$18-37/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi there I'm been working with kids special needs, my daughter is also autistic have experience as a professional and as a mother
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Valeria V.


Oakland Gardens, NY

$25-40/hr • 3 yrs exp

Professional Student/Caregiver Interested In The Field Of Nursing

Hi everyone! My name is Val & I graduated from Purchase College obtaining a B. A in Psychology specializing in Child Development! I earned my Early Childhood Development certification in 2021 & currently working on my CPR certification. I'm also in the process of applying to NYU nursing for psychiatric mental health to work...
I am a caring compassionate mom of a teen daughter with ASD. I have tons of experience with different disabilities. I am full time caregiver for my sister with Down's Syndrome as well. I was looking for a part time position while my daughter is in school and my sister is at program. Ideally during the hours 9:15 - 2:45 or even...
I am very experienced and have dealt with special needs kids and infants. I have many years of experience and I'm very patient considerate and compassionate.
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Breanne M.


Island Park, NY

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Reliable, Dependable, And Caring!

I have over 15 years experience working in an educational and home setting with children, both typical and with special needs. I am currently finishing my New York State teaching certification, projected to be completed by late December. I currently teach in an ABA setting with children from K-3rd grade, also doing home services...

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Recent special needs child care reviews in East Rockaway, NY

Sarah C.

5.0

Sarah was phenomenal with my daughter who has Autism. She was patient, kind and my daughter absolutely loved being with her! We consider ourselves so lucky and fortunate to have her work and care for my daughter

- Nancy S.

Rukminie P.

5.0

Anyone would be very lucky to have Rukminie look after their child or children. I'm a special education teacher, and mom of 3 young girls. I've been providing early intervention services for one of the children Rukminie has been caring for, for about 7 months. She's also been caring for the boy's...

- Laura R.

Maya N.

5.0

Maya is a professional through and through. I trust her to take good care of my son.

- Valerie B.

Alexandra O.

5.0

I have used Alexandra for childcare for my special needs son who is almost 4 years old. She is punctual, reliable, and great with kids. I highly recommend her and trust her with my nonverbal son, which I think there's a lot!

- Melissa G.

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