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Special needs caregivers in Brightwaters, NY

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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: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, 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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Umadai D.


Bay Shore, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Umadai

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Umadai. Im 54. I am fully vaccinated against COVID19. I have 10+ years experience working with kids newborn-teen. I also have experience with special needs children and adults. I do not mind helping with small household chores. I look forward to hearing from you!
5.0
"Umadai and I have worked together in the past; she's compassionate, hardworking, and a motherly person who takes her job seriously. She gets along very well with children and takes care of them like her own. She can be fun, upbeat, and knows how to cheer you up...

Anuradha B.

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Madelyn D.


Hauppauge, NY

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hi, I hope you are doing well! I recently graduated SUNY Oswego where I received my bachelor's degree in childhood education. While I was away at school I worked at a daycare with ages ranging from infancy to school-aged children. I used to work for Western Suffolk Boces as a paraprofessional with kids with special needs. I have...
Madelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Madelyn came to my home and looked after my cats while I was away. She came by at least a couple of times a day to feed and check in on them. Madelyn also let them in and out and took care of the liter boxes. When I got home my cats were happy to see me but they...

Bill H.

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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
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, errands, mobility assistance, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

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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Alyssa B.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I like working with kids because I am going to school for education and it is very rewarding when I can help children. I like watching kids because it is a great experience, and I have a really big family with everyone being younger than me, so I've always been the babysitter for my family. I started working with kids when I...
Alyssa can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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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:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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, transportation, home modification
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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: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

I have worked with children with special needs for the nyc board of Ed for 15 years. I raised 4 children and took care of my elderly mom for 6 years until she past. I am a very loving, and caring with slot of patience. I will treat whoever I am taking care of as I wood my own family.
Linda can also help with: Meal prep, transportation
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Sylvia J.


Farmingdale, NY

$16-25/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, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Tiyhanna S.


Sayville, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

I have been working with youth for over 10 years, in multiple settings. Youth range in ages (2-18) both in the community, their homes, and other social services agencies. I have experience with working with special needs, and also youth in the foster care system.
Tiyhanna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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, dementia, errands, live-in home care, hospice services, 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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Rosalinda R.


Smithtown, NY

$14-28/hr

Rosalinda CNA Certified

Mother of 2 grown children (age 37 and 30) plus 3 very lovely grandchildren. Very experienced when it comes to children of all ages and adults/ seniors. I also work for a local school district with special needs children. Bi lingual in Spanish. will work with your schedule
Rosalinda can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

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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: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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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.

Umadai D.

5.0

Umadai and I have worked together in the past; she's compassionate, hardworking, and a motherly person who takes her job seriously. She gets along very well with children and takes care of them like her own. She can be fun, upbeat, and knows how to cheer you up when you're feeling down! She's one of...

- Anuradha B.

Madelyn D.

5.0

Madelyn came to my home and looked after my cats while I was away. She came by at least a couple of times a day to feed and check in on them. Madelyn also let them in and out and took care of the liter boxes. When I got home my cats were happy to see me but they didn't seem upset that I was away...

- Bill H.

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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