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I am currently a preschool teacher, but will soon be going to graduate school for special education. I started volunteering in the special education classrooms in my high school. I fell in love with it! I volunteered at Misericordia, a special needs residential home, interned at several special needs schools, and worked at a...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with babies and children of all ages for the past 16 years, many of whom have had special needs. From 2016 to 2018 I worked as a preschool teacher, then moved to nannying. I have done several nanny shares, working with up to 3 children at a time. Most of the children have been ages 6 months-5 years. I have...
Lindsay can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm Kayme
Working M-F as paraprofessional, I have my own after school class so a lot of experience with homework and extra curricular activities. I also have major experience with newborns and toddlers and special needs children. I listen very careful to directions and actions needed for them, as well as helping them...
Kayme can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Kayme has made my transition back to work SO much easier. I truly feel like we hit the jack pot having Kayme as our Nanny. Kayme has a very calming presence that our entire family has benefited from. In addition to taking remarkable care of my two boys, Kayme has...
Ashley M.
5.0
(1)
Hello there!
I'm an English and Portuguese Teacher from Brazil, and I've just relocated back to the U. S. I absolutely love working with kids and I look forward connecting with you.
- Previous English/Portuguese Teacher in Brazil.
- Four years of experience as a nanny in NYC - great references.
- Two Bachelor's degrees:...
Leticia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We had several wonderful nannies over the years as my daughter was growing up but Leticia (Ticia) was by far the best!! She was my daughter's caretaker for four years starting when she was 9 years old.
I cannot say enough positive things about Ticia. She is a...
Debra R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced childcare provider based near Prospect Park in Brooklyn. I grew up in a large family, and would attribute my passion for childcare to my close relationship with my younger siblings. I started babysitting for special-needs families at the age of 15, and have continued my career in childcare ever since. I have...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"I was Jessica's martial arts instructor for nearly a decade. During that time she was a regular part of our Coaching Assistant staff. Jessica was great with working with students of all ages, but particularly shined when working with the younger students (ages...
Jose J.
4.9
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a Mom of two who truly enjoys helping other families. I form a bond with all the little ones I care for. I am very easy going, patient and always go above and beyond for the families I help. I have a kindergartner and a first grader and am familiar with the virtual learning curriculum. I have experience with multiples...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Liz is so fun and passionate while taking care of our son. It's such a joy to hear his constant giggles when he's with her. She comes up with creative games and figures out ways to distract him when he is upset. We hired Liz during the pandemic, and we were...
Francisco V.
4.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sarah and I am a 26-year-old female living in Brooklyn, NY looking for part time babysitting jobs! I am a 2022 college graduate from UMass Boston, I am the second oldest of four children and have over 10 years of experience caregiving kids of all ages from newborns to teenagers as well as 1 year working with...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah is an extremely hard working young lady that is organized and responsible. She has been babysitting and nannying for families in our hometown for years and has always demonstrated the utmost care for children. She is a lifeguard and has been caring for...
Kelly M.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for 14 years now. I am very passionate about what I do. I am loving, active, very reliable, and flexible. When caring for a child their safety is the most important thing to me, and after that having fun is the next. I feel I have the patience to take care of any child because I have a background with special...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We found Michelle to be professional, capable and reliable throughout her time working for us as a nanny. She was always warm and attentive with our child, displaying a genuine love and affection for our child and the work she did. Our baby took to her immediately...
Kate B.
5.0
(1)
I have been the go-to babysitter among family and friends for many years. I have been dealing with ages from 5 months old to 9-year-old. I am a Paraprofessional for the Board of Education, working one on one with special need children and I have worked with kindergarteners, First grade, currently working with Pre-k. My previous...
Katrina can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Katrina is the best nanny/sitter I have ever had. She's smart, caring, fun, and just great with kids. I'd recommend 100% to anyone looking for hire."
Naomi S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a bilingual special education teacher currently working in a third grade class. I used to work at a camp for kids with special needs and volunteered with the Friendship Circle and best buddies to provide companionship for children with special needs. I also used to tutor a young boy with special needs through an after...
Brenda M.
West New York, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Wonderful, Bilingual Nanny Is Available With Excellent References
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
A compassionate and experienced nanny with committed expertise in childcare services seeks to leverage the knowledge of child behavior in maintaining a clean, safe, and captivating atmosphere for the mental and physical growth of children also I'm willing to help with light housekeeping.
I'd describe my personality as loving,...
Brenda can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Brenda has been watching my toddler son since he was an infant. She is a warm and trustworthy babysitter, who has been a wonderful addition to our family. My son adores spending time with her. He especially loves it when she cooks. When they spend time...
Tina W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Ashley and I have had approximately 14 years of experience working with children. I began my experience tutoring elementary-aged children when I was in middle school. My experience grew as I began to babysit throughout my high school years. While I was pursuing my undergraduate degree, I worked as a...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ashley is wonderful! Tons of experience, and it shows. I am totally at ease when she is babysitting, and my daughter adores her. "
Taran L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I am an art educator and caregiver, with over 10 years of experience working with children. I currently nanny a 2-year-old toddler and a 3-year-old. I am looking for date night babysitting or art tutoring.
I have taught numerous art programs for kids, including a year teaching art at a private middle school and running a...
Rosemary can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rosemary is communicative, takes initiative, and quickly connected with our 1-year-old daughter. She naturally engaged and entertained our little one, prepped and fed dinner, and took on the bedtime routine, which did at times require some extra doses of caring...
Ashley S.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I am a mature, dependable and high-energy person with a passion for childcare excellence. Valued by parents for warmth, professionalism, dedication and excellent judgment. Provide parents with an unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and welfare of their children. I have 16years plus of experience working with children...
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Nicole was amazing! Very sweet and caring with our little one. She was punctual and very organized. Absolutely recommend."
Amanda M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Casey, and I'm eager to match with my next family in New York City. ! I am a photographer and Vanderbilt University alumni. I love to hike, paint and cook/bake in my free time.
I am CPR and rescue certified, and have experience with children of all ages as well as special needs children. I've been babysitting...
Casey can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Casey watched our boys (3 & 6) for 9 months. She was very dependable and easy to communicate with. Our kids loved when she came. She was always engaged with our boys and took them on new adventures within our neighborhood and beyond. We would hire her again this...
Danylle K.
Carolyn L.
Brooklyn, NY
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced/Qualified Baby-Sitter/Nanny Available Full Time
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello parents, I'm ready and available to render my childcare services to you and your wonderful family. I have worked for the past 10 years as a baby-sitter/nanny with kids ranging from infant/newborn through toddler age and older. I also have experience with twins, special needs kids, and I also worked as a preschool teacher....
Carolyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carolyn will truly be missed in my household. She was like an addition to our family. I'm an RN and very particular on how my children are cared for. I must say I had no complaints about the level of care Carolyn rendered to my children. She cooks well, taught my...
Aprilee G.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for children for over 20 years. I worked with great families all over NY area and still help them from time to time. I am professional with what I do, responsible, reliable and honest. I am a college graduate and a great homework help. I am a huge fan of arts and crafts, games, music, outdoor activities and much...
Ruthi can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She's the most reliable person I've ever met ! Honest shows on time and extremely responsible! We loved having her as a part of our family!
Extremely helpful!!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am Ashley a former head teacher with over six years of experience in early childhood education including specialized experience in teaching the Montessori methodology. I also have three years as a special needs au pair and private educator creating my learning materials and providing structure. I have an outgoing,...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ashley has been a fantastic caregiver to our son. She has a fabulous background in education that she is constantly using to add value to her time with our son, whether it is working on crafts with him, playing games, or involving him in extracurricular activities....
Benjamin W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with babysitting, nannying, special needs care, pet & house care, Senior care, and more. I have a Master of Social Work from University. From ages four to 14, from 2001-2011, Louisiana. We were a cradle care family for over 60 newborns through their adoption process. Along with my...
Mary Michael can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mary Michael worked for us from February through September of 2022. She was responsible for picking up our older son from school throughout the week and hanging out with him / helping with homework until one of us got home. She also frequently helped with dinner...
Ira W.
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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Ridgewood, NY
Kayme M.
5.0
Kayme has made my transition back to work SO much easier. I truly feel like we hit the jack pot having Kayme as our Nanny. Kayme has a very calming presence that our entire family has benefited from. In addition to taking remarkable care of my two boys, Kayme has also helped to keep my apartment...
- Ashley M.
Leticia S.
5.0
We had several wonderful nannies over the years as my daughter was growing up but Leticia (Ticia) was by far the best!! She was my daughter's caretaker for four years starting when she was 9 years old.
I cannot say enough positive things about Ticia. She is a mature, reliable, warm young woman who...
- Debra R.
Jessica C.
5.0
I was Jessica's martial arts instructor for nearly a decade. During that time she was a regular part of our Coaching Assistant staff. Jessica was great with working with students of all ages, but particularly shined when working with the younger students (ages 3-7).
- Jose J.
Elizabeth T.
5.0
There aren't enough words to describe Liz! She was a caregiver and best friend to our son from 5 to 10 months old, a cook and house manager, and a friend to both my husband and I. We trusted her without question, looked to her for advice and enjoyed our conversations when we had downtime from work....
- Lauren D.
Sarah M.
3.0
Sarah cared for my son for 3 days while I was on a business trip in the area. She was punctual and friendly. I was in a hotel, which is hard for child care, and Sarah rose to the occasion. The issue was pricing. We spoke 3 days before my trip and agreed to an hourly rate. We texted a bit after that,...
- Erika M.