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Merita R.


Melville, NY

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

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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

$10-15/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...
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, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
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Shawn E.


Bay Shore, NY

$15-17/hr10 yrs exp

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...
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Weronika K.


Babylon, NY

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Being the daughter of a strong-willed and strong-minded woman diagnosed with progressive multiple sclerosis, caring for those in need comes naturally to me. I currently work with a 6-year-old girl diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder, disabling her from talking, walking, or eating. Despite her inability to communicate...
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Melissa B.


Copiague, NY

$25-39/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hi, my name is Melissa. I am 47 years old and I am presently working hospital environment . I have had my CNA license for the last 25 years . My license is current and up to date . I enjoy caring for the elderly and people with special needs . I have worked in one nursing home facility for the last 25 years . Two years ago I...
Melissa can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Skills:

CNA

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Valerie G.


Brentwood, NY

$16-30/hr1 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

I work as a certified Nursing assistant in a Dementia Unit. It's been a thought, caring and lovely journey. I been a certified nursing assistant over a year. I also worked as a certified nursing assistant with kids who had special needs.
Valerie can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

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Louisa G.


Amityville, NY

$22-30/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny

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,...
Hello! My name is Bianca and I have cared for children for approximately 7 years. As the oldest of four children, I love working with kids. I am currently attending college to pursue my bachelors in Health administration. I have worked with children ranging from 6 months to 10 years old. As well as twins and children with...
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Jordan D.


Hauppauge, NY

$17-30/hr8 yrs exp

I have 3 years of experience working with adults who have special needs and have 5 years working with children. I am going to school for psychology currently as well as obtaining my RBT certification.
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Danielle R.


Smithtown, NY

$23/hr8 yrs exp

Hey! My Name Is Danielle And A Little About Me Is I Am 28, And Been Helping Out Families For 8+ Yrs!

I'd describe my personality as considerate, good-hearted, fun-loving. I like working with kids because growing up I had a big family and I was always the one watching over my younger family members, it made me want to work with kids and help out families, working with elementary school kids to special needs kids has really...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Alexis P.


Bay Shore, NY

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hi there, my name is Lexi and I am a fun and creative 22-year-old who loves to spend time with children! I am looking for a full time nanny position. I have about about 8 years of experience taking care of children of all ages. I have experience as a babysitter, children swim instructor, and I currently work as a teachers aide...
Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Jessica N.


Massapequa Park, NY

$10-30/hr2 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I have my Masters of Science in Students with Disabilities. I have had over 10 years of experience with children and teens with special needs. For the past 10 years I have been an Activities Specialist at a local special education program on Long Island. In this program, provide children and teens with special needs and...
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Laura E.


North Babylon, NY

$18-23/hr4 yrs exp

Special Education Aide

My experience includes employment as Special needs aide at Nassau Boces and Elementary school Aide in local public school district for 5 years. I currently am employed as Office Assistant at a local school district. My availability is part-time after school hours weekdays. Availability also Saturdays and Sundays.
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Patricia D.


Copiague, NY

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

My Experience Is Working In The Medical Field

I have been in the medical profession my whole career but I also have a son with Prader Willi Syndrome Autism and have been very involved in his life so I am truly understanding of families that are going through similar. I have a lot of references if needed
Hi My name is Gina I'm interested in your job for the summer I work for Boces with special needs children mostly Autistic, Very experienced in behavior is not afraid to change diapers or pull-ups I work with mostly Elementary level but would be comfortable with an adult. I own my own car I'm 59 years old young LOL I have no...
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Eva F.


West Babylon, NY

$12-17/hr2 yrs exp

Friendly, Nonsmoker, And Love Seniors

Hi. I have a lot of experience working with people with special needs and seniors. I worked at a Community Center in Manhattan for about 12 years where I interacted with seniors on a daily basis. I worked at the fitness center, in the Membership Office (where I encouraged seniors to stay active),and also worked for the Senior...
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Lasandra F.


Deer Park, NY

$12-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Adhd experience mom of previously school age children. Work part -time for HHA Agency looking to keep busy.

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