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Special needs nannies in Merrick, NY
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
(1)
As a dedicated childcare provider with three years of experience, I am passionate about caring for children and making a positive impact on their lives. My patient, calm, and friendly demeanor creates a nurturing environment where children feel safe and can thrive. With my skills and experience, I am well-equipped to provide a...
Esther can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Having Esther as our nanny was really great! Her professionalism, cordiality and dedication in caring for my daughter are truly commendable. She quickly formed a strong bond with our daughter. Esther is not just a caretaker; she is a friend/big sister who finds...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents. My name is Candida. I am from a Spanish speaking country and I am US citizen and I speak English fluently. I am a loving, dedicated and experienced nanny with more than 15 years experience working with young children. My main goal is to provide a healthy, safety, learning environment in which your children feel...
Candida can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We highly recommend Candida, as she truly loves our children as her own and you can see how much she cares about their well-being. She listens to any directions given and has been great about helping to stay later than the time we've agreed upon to help us out. She...
Maria L.
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Lisa. I Have two grown sons ages 27 and 31. I have 25 years experience working with children ages newborn through -12 and have worked with special needs children/ teens as well . Children and animals have always been my passion so no worries if you do have pets as I love them. I am a very loving , caring ,...
Lisa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Lisa is absolutely AMAZING! I loved having her watch my son. She is kind, energetic, and very attentive to your child and their needs. She showed up early and sent me pictures/updates about my son throughout the entire day. I've honestly never trusted someone more...
Kylie L.
5.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Crystal and I'm 30 years old. I have been working/caring for children for over years, & in the special needs field for years, with over 25+ child related certifications. I am back ground checked and fingerprinted as well. I am driven and devoted to helping families all around.
Date nights, any time after 330 p.m. on...
Crystal can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Crystal is kind and compassionate, she's a very helpful assistant with a lot of love and patience. Although we've only had our second class, my child really likes her and enjoys being with her."
Lin C.
My name is Kristal and I absolutely love children. I have many years of experience babysitting and nannying. I have babysat since I was 15 years old. My first caregiver job was at a daycare with 2 care takers and 16 kids from new born to 12, including special needs. After this I was a private nanny for 2 twin boys from the age...
Kristal can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Kathleen A.
New Hyde Park, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Or Full Time Babysitter/Nanny Available For All Children; Specialty In Special Needs
I've been caring for children from birth through mid-high school for almost 10 years. I have been a babysitter, nanny and tutor for children with special needs of all ranges of degrees, as well as with four or more children at a time.
I have an extensive resume ready for your viewing with a complete list of references. I...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I have been abroad the past 2. 5 years dancing professionally. Before that I earned a BA at Hunter College CUNY in Kinesiology with Dance focus. I graduated with Honors and Dean's list and I attended school for free under two merit scholarships awarded to me for academic achievement. While in college, I was a Direct Support...
Atara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hi my name is Leah. I am 26 years old and reside in floral park. I am kind, warm hearted, extroverted, enthusiastic and a good communicator. I have a bachelor degree, magna cum laude, in psychology . I also am in a masters program for occupational therapy. I have experience working as a teacher assistant in a school for children...
I have over 30 years of experience caring for children, with a strong background in special needs. I provided around-the-clock care to my autistic daughter, until she was recently placed into a permanent residency.
I am comfortable taking care of infants, children, and adults of varying level of function.
I am very patient and...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kira, and I have over 15 years of experience working with children. I began as a teenager babysitting and working in daycare after school, and went on to teach music and movement classes to 3-5-year-olds, teach theatre and art, nanny, work as a Teacher Assistant with kids with special needs, and continue...
Kira can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
My name is Mayra. I am 33 years old. For 5 years I have been taking care of children. I take this great responsibility because I like to help children with their development. I have experience with babies, children with special needs and kids. My experience has always been very pleasant. I have managed to accompany children to...
Mayra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As a childcare provider with eight years of experience, my passion for nurturing young minds has led me to pursue various avenues of education in child development. My background includes some college coursework and certifications such as First Aid Training and CPR Training, as well as experience working with special needs...
Shalyce can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shalyce is absolutely amazing! I was so lucky to have ended up having her for our baby nurse. She is sweet, kind, patient, honest, and trustworthy. She was amazing with my baby. You truly can't ask for more. She was a lifesaver to me!! Thank you for a job well...
Care member
Hello, my name is Lisa I'm a 54-year-old Italian woman I currently take care of someone in the morning with dementia. I have a lot of experience in this field. I took care of a young lady that had down syndrome. I also took care of my brother that had mental illness and I've taken care of elderly people. I'm a fun, loving,...
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping. I have worked with elementary school students for 17 years. I also worked with special needs children.
I am currently working at a daycare school.
I've raised my own two sons and take care of my grandchildren when needed. 2 1/2-year-old boy/girl twins and a...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I'm a Mom of three adult children ages 31, 28 & 25. I have worked in the Hewlett/Valley Stream school districts for 20 years in grades 2-5. I also have experience working with children with special needs. I do understand their needs and limits. I have worked with children from 1. 5 years old to 14 years old. I am mom, so I have...
Ronni can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Abby
I'm a dedicated and experienced bilingual nanny with 10 years of childcare expertise with children of all ages, from 6 weeks old to 12 years old. I studied psychology in Venezuela and have worked with children with autism, ADHD and special needs. I have basic knowledge of ASL and have supported children with...
Orlismar can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello, I am a 21-year-old female who just graduated with an AA in Early Childhood Education. I have worked with children for the last 5 years as a camp counselor. I have decided to take some time off and register with Care.com so I can focus what I would like to do going forward. If you would like someone who will not only watch...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi parents! My name is Sophia, and I'm looking for a family to connect with! I've been working with children since about my freshman year of high school which already feels like forever ago. I worked closely with the special education department at my high school and helped to create a theatre program specifically for students...
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Merrick, NY
Esther S.
5.0
Esther has been a great addition to our family she has always been caring and kind with our children they love spending time with her it is great to have someone who is punctual and reliable who I can trust with my kids when I need a night out worry free knowing they would be well taken care of....
- Kelyn P.
Candida A.
5.0
We highly recommend Candida, as she truly loves our children as her own and you can see how much she cares about their well-being. She listens to any directions given and has been great about helping to stay later than the time we've agreed upon to help us out. She is knowledgeable with all ages,...
- Maria L.
Lisa F.
5.0
Lisa is absolutely AMAZING! I loved having her watch my son. She is kind, energetic, and very attentive to your child and their needs. She showed up early and sent me pictures/updates about my son throughout the entire day. I've honestly never trusted someone more to be with my baby. I'll hire her...
- Kylie L.
Crystal H.
5.0
Crystal is kind and compassionate, she's a very helpful assistant with a lot of love and patience. Although we've only had our second class, my child really likes her and enjoys being with her.
- Lin C.
Shalyce J.
5.0
Shalyce is absolutely amazing! I was so lucky to have ended up having her for our baby nurse. She is sweet, kind, patient, honest, and trustworthy. She was amazing with my baby. You truly can't ask for more. She was a lifesaver to me!! Thank you for a job well done!!
- Care member