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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…

Review for Jaclyn P. by Philomena R.

Christine is awesome. She is super dependable and was able to manage with ease. My twin babies love her. They become so happy the minute she…

Review for Christine C. by Ramya S.

Inez is very caring. She always seems to find a reason for everyone to smile. Shes honest, trusting, responsible and a very loving woman. I…

Review for Inez R. by Pj R.

Special needs child care in Islandia, NY

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Jaclyn P.


Islandia, NY

$17-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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."

Philomena R.

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Christine C.


Deer Park, NY

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I worked as a para educator in New York. I am trained in ABA, CPR, First Aide, and CPI. I have had children from 5 - 14 years of age, some very low functioning and some high. I have done community outings with these children. One child in particular was non verbal. I taught him to use the computer after many months he was typing...
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"Christine is awesome. She is super dependable and was able to manage with ease. My twin babies love her. They become so happy the minute she walks in. She does not sit idle a minute, she is always trying to help out with house work etc when the babies sleep. I...

Ramya S.

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Inez R.


Patchogue, NY

$17/hr • 5 yrs exp

Loving & Caring Personal Care Assistant

3.0

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Hello My name is Inez. I am very reliable and dependable, I have some experience working with the disabled and also worked as an aide assisting with everyday living activities such as cooking, cleaning, feeding, laundry, driving to dr appointments, food shopping, etc. I really love what I do because I enjoy helping the ones in...
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"Inez is very caring. She always seems to find a reason for everyone to smile. Shes honest, trusting, responsible and a very loving woman. I would definitely recommend having her around to care for and get any job done. "

Pj R.

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Julie P.


Patchogue, NY

$17/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently working at a school with students that have Autism. I currently work with 10 years old students, but I have experience with ages younger and older as well. I am working towards my teaching license here in NJ. I have previous experience from working with adults with disabilities. I love caring for and supporting...
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Jessica R.


Holbrook, NY

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter With 15 Years Of Experience. Certified Teacher With Experience Working With Special Needs Population.

I am a substitute teacher and neighborhood babysitter with 15 years of experience working with children of all ages including special needs. I love arts and crafts projects and reading books. I have references available upon request. I also love pets.
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
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Special Needs Care

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...
5.0
"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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Wendy M.


Oakdale, NY

$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Companion Care/ Home Care Available

I'm an experienced caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and adults and able to assist with ADLs and some occupational therapy as well. I enjoy helping to make peoples lives less stressful and more enjoyable. I am first aid and CPR certified I've been in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have extensive...
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David L.


Smithtown, NY

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am David. I've worked with autistic kids and young adults at DDI for 2 years in the past. I've also worked with pediatric cancer patients for over 15 years and served as camp director for pediatric cancer patients and siblings. I am a NYS EMT, volunteer firefighter, retired police officer but chef by trade. I have...
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"We had the pleasure of working with Dave a few months ago -- what a great guy! His background is very interesting and varied. My son likes Dave a lot; they were going to the gym together, cooking together, etc. Dave is mature, affable, friendly, easy-going,...

Maureen R.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

my name is Mary. Im 61 yrs of age. I'm active and full of energy. I am looking for a caretaker job. Have experience. My attributes-loving caring great companion personable great cook care for all your needs. Im a gem as I've been told . please call if interested
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"Mary was an amazing full time babysitter for my two young daughters for over one year! She had tons of energy and cared for my girls like they were her own children. She was always game for taking on any task or activity. She went above and beyond with homework...

Tim K.

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Jennifer C.


Deer Park, NY

$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am an experienced loving nursing assistant and radiology student who loves kids and people and wants to make everyone feel equally the same, I'm willing to help and eager the individual to be their best self each and everyday as well as helping with their everyday tasks
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Maria D.


Bay Shore, NY

$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hi I am reliable, compassionate, kind, caring, as well as have 26 years of experience, caring for the elderly and children. I also have extensive training in the medical field as a certified nursing assistant
I have experience with my own child, he is 5years old with autism and ADHD. Im energetic, and patient, with my own transportation and CPR certification.
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Karin F.


Medford, NY

$25-30/hr

Special needs caregiver.

Hello! I taught English part time at local colleges for 20 years, and my children are grown. Both have high functioning autism and I am familiar with behavior plans, IEP process, etc. I am kind, patient, educated, fit and mature. I love to sit on the floor and play games and make crafts and be outdoors. I will tidy up without...
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Reina T.


Bay Shore, NY

$17-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

HHA

Hello my name is Reina. I'm HHA and have 3 experience years with ASD child. I love work with child and help you.
SUNY Buffalo Nursing student with a passion for helping others and taking the stress out of child and teen care for families of any size.
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Nevilla P.


North Babylon, NY

$17-40/hr • 2 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

Experienced child/adult care provider with a little more than 2 years of experience in providing supervision & guidance in their daily activities. I am experienced in both home and company/private settings with children between the ages of 3-14 years old. In addition to child care, I am primarily a direct support professional...
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Kristina C.


Deer Park, NY

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Experienced Caretaker Available!

I am a mom of 3 amazing children and a School Counselor by trade. I've got 20+ years experience with typically developing and well as children with special needs. My professional experience in Child Development and School Counseling (worked in schools with general and special education for 12 years until going on Maternity Leave...
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Helena K.


Patchogue, NY

$18-23/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have worked with the neurodivergent population for about 5 years now. I began my journey at Boces where I was a classroom aide and then transferred to DDI where I became a TA and work with profound autism, down syndrome and mood and behavioral disorders. I have a passion and inspiration for working with kids on the spectrum...
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Donna P.


West Islip, NY

$17-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

CARING AND COMPASSIONATE

I have worked with Mentally Challenged in many ways . I've sat with them in hospitals during their stay. My cousin is Mantally Challenged and I spent alot of time with her. I worked at DDI for a bit. I'm very aware when someone is having difficulties and needs attention. Something out of normal behavior. I'm Compassionate,...
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Angela B.


Deer Park, NY

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Early Childhood/Special Education Grad Student

I am a very responsible and loving 32-year-old caregiver with over 15 years experience with children of all ages from newborn through pre-teen. I have a Bachelors degree in psychology and returned to school this Fall for my Masters in Early Childhood and Special Education. I love children and have been fortunate enough to...

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