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Mackenzie M.


Islip, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there I am Mackenzie! I have 10 years of experience with babysitting- from newborns to teenagers along with children with special needs. I can help with any Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation that is needed. I am the oldest of 5 children along with being a full time substitute teacher. I am currently pursuing my Master's...
Mackenzie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I would highly recommend Mackenzie. She is kind, extremely caring. Very responsible and always punctual. I would absolutely trust her with my own children without question. Extremely sweet, and fun!!!"

Tracey G.

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Sharon M.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Future Spanish Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Sharon, I'm originally from Mexico, but I've been living in the USA for five years, I'm bilingual English-Spanish. I have over 11 years of experience with kids, including special needs, CPR, Epinephrine, and First Aide Certificated. Currently I'm a T. A in an Autistic school. SCIP trained. I babysat a variety of families in...
Sharon can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I absolutely loved having Sharon babysit my 2 year old and 4 year old, and will definitely be using her again. She is so great with them, even got them to go to bed which is not an easy task for anyone! My 4 year old asks for her to come back. I highly reccomend...

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Wendy M.


Oakdale, NY

$20-22/hr10 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...
Hello I am Victoria. I am 23 years old, I was recently a paraprofessional for grades 3-5. I also worked in a day care with infants-5 years old. I was an ABA aide as well as a Com hab worker with special needs. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Crafts, as well as homework and keeping kids entertained, I can do light house...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Julia B.


Farmingdale, NY

$14-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

From 2016 to 2018 I worked as a teacher's assistant in classrooms with pre-school aged children, both with special needs and without special needs. In that time period I was also a one-to-one aide for a 3-year-old with a physical disability. I am a patient and nurturing caregiver experienced in taking care of children with...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Margaret G.


Deer Park, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

I have extensive experience working with individuals with special needs and seniors. Throughout my career, I have provided compassionate care, support, and assistance tailored to their unique needs. My work has involved helping with daily activities, promoting independence, and creating a positive and nurturing environment to...
Margaret can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, personal care, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Peg is an outstanding caregiver who has helped my family out for years. She is so full of kindness and empathy, and also works her tail off and is always reliable and dependable. We are privileged to have worked with her and anyone would be lucky to do the same. "

Jessica M.

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Maureen B.


Oakdale, NY

$17-20/hr20 yrs exp

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as caring , dependable and patient. I started working with kids when I was 13. I babysat for my neighbor whose an RN for her 2 children under 2. The rest is history !! In my spare time, I like to swim, walk, read and travel. My skills include Experienced w Special Needs , medically fragile and...
Maureen can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Deborah M.


West Islip, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I went to Wilson Tech for practical nursing in high school, became a practical nurse, helped special needs kids in schools for 15 years, then companion care for seniors, made meals, played cards, told stories, went shopping etc. I had about 10 different families. I love to help make a difference in someone's life. We end up...
Deborah can also help with: Errands, meal prep, home modification, transportation
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Ketsia G.


Central Islip, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I'm A Very Passionate Caregiver

I have experience working with hoyer, sereta dementia Alzheimer's Parkinson's special needs etc. Up on requests
Ketsia can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Sylvia J.


Farmingdale, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have plenty of experience with children . I have baby sat for many years , and I have four grandchildren that I have cared for as well. I have experience with special needs children . I am very patient , loving , and caring . I love children , and will treat them with so much love . I have references upon request .
Sylvia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

I'm 19 years old and a nursing student at County Community College. I am currently an LPN and going back to college for my RN. In September, I'm going back to college and all my classes are in the morning so my availability will change. I am available M-F all day. I have many years of experience with babysitting children from 6...
Vincenza can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Shelby G.


West Islip, NY

$20-50/hr2 yrs exp

I am a 20-year-old daycare teacher looking for nannying jobs. I started working in daycares at 18, meaning I have 2 years experience under my belt. I love working with kids and go to work excited every day. I'm extremely flexible and love animals as well. I have experience with developmentally delayed children as well as those...
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Emily C.


Babylon, NY

$20-39/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm patient, energetic, caring, crafty and an advocate for open and honest communication always! I've been working at a private preschool for special-needs children for the past seven years and I'm looking to do more after work. I work weekdays from 7am-3 p.m. Looking forward to hearing from you! -Emily
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Stacey C.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$28-30/hr2 yrs exp

Helping Hands

Unexpectedly, I had to take care of an extended family member. With minimal experience, I learned to bring her back to Health I had to advocate for a woman with special needs. Know when to call an ambulance. Know when to call a Doctor Know when an attorney was needed for being declined for a rehab! Wrapping it with her coming...
Stacey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation
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Merita R.


Melville, NY

$17-20/hr9 yrs exp

Hello My name is Merita, I have experience not only with senior care but also child care/nanny for over 9 years. I absolutely love working with children. I also have experience in working with children who has special needs. I do not mind cooking and doing minimal errands. I currently work as a nurse but I am currently looking...
Hi! I am a 26-year-old certified Teacher Assistant at an Elementary school for children with special needs. I graduated from Stony Brook University with a Bachelor's degree in Biology and plan to attend graduate school for Education. I have over seven years of experience caring for children of all ages, both with and without...
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Emily D.


Bay Shore, NY

$17/hr2 yrs exp

Supervising Children, Ensuring Safety ,special Needs Children And High Needs,patient,

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, responsible, and trustworthy I like working with kids because it provides an opportunity to teach them life lessons, useful skills and important knowledge In my spare time, I like to do arts and crafts such as painting and drawing as well as meditation
Emily can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Gavin K.


Amityville, NY

$23-50/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Special Education Teacher

Hello! My name is Gavin. I am a masters-level certified special education teacher with over 10 years of experience. In the classroom I balance my students' school work with other goals regarding socialization, transition of settings, behavior, communication, establishing routines, etc. I am trained in deescalating aggressive...
I have worked with people in many different ages groups who have developmental and intellectual disabilities. I have learned and created my own strategies to provide support that is respectful to all clients. I have a great deal of experience in both the private and public sectors. I love challenges and nothing is more...
My name is Milenia . I am 23 years old. I have a bachelors in childhood education. I speak two languages. I have experience with children that are 6 weeks -12 years young, due to the fact that I have worked at a daycare and outside families. I have also worked with a special needs children and newborns in my family. I am a fun,...
Milenia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Brightwaters, NY

Mackenzie M.

5.0

Mackenzie was great with our 3 kids. They all had a great time with her while mom and dad went out for a night and Mackenzie was excellent about communicating with us. Would definitely use her again and highly recommend!

- Jessica B.

Sharon M.

5.0

I absolutely loved having Sharon babysit my 2 year old and 4 year old, and will definitely be using her again. She is so great with them, even got them to go to bed which is not an easy task for anyone! My 4 year old asks for her to come back. I highly reccomend her!

- Care member

Margaret G.

5.0

Peg is an outstanding caregiver who has helped my family out for years. She is so full of kindness and empathy, and also works her tail off and is always reliable and dependable. We are privileged to have worked with her and anyone would be lucky to do the same.

- Jessica M.

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