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Special needs caregivers in Copiague, NY
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Suzanne, but you can call me Suzie! I work FT as a MICA Recovery Program Supervisor, supporting adults w/ Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders. I'm trained in crisis prevention, CPR, Mental Health First Aid, & more-so safety & well-being are always my top priorities.
I spent 4 years as a Level II Child...
Suzanne can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Suszi was great my kids loved her she was on time very responsible and trustworthy. We would definitely hire her again. Thank u Suezi! "
Daniel S.
Mayreni H.
Bay Shore, NY
$21-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Spanish Speaking Nursing Assistant Looking To Care For Your Loved One.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working in the healthcare field since 2006. I take care of all my patients as if they were my own family members. I've worked in nursing homes/rehabilitation centers. I have experience with dementia, and kids with special needs. I'm currently working for south shore university hospital for the last 7 years.
I'd...
Mayreni can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"May has been an excellent addition to our household. She’s very knowledgeable and efficient. She always goes above and beyond. She’s very reliable and does whatever is needed to help. "
Care member
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...
Nicolette G.
Deer Park, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi ! my name is Nicolette I am a mom
Of 2 and I have 10+ years child care experience I have worked with family's with multiple children, as well As special needs , I have worked in home daycare's as well as state regulated facilities and elementary school settings. I am fluent in American sign language , I have 2 years of...
Nicolette can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Nicolette is amazing! She is punctual, relatable, sweet and amazing with my 2 year old daughter! She really cares for her like she is her own. My daughter talks about her all the time and can't wait to see her again. She is constantly asking if Nicolette can come...
Frankee A.
Nakeisha R.
Amityville, NY
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Available For Companionship, Housekeeping And Meal Prep
5.0
(4)
"I am modest, but hard working. Someone who thinks positive, who can execute on difficult task. I'm not a individual who needs to be micromanage, rather when given a task. I can figure out the best way's to solve the problem in an autonomous manner. I Have experience patient'swho required special needs, Alzheimer's, glaucoma and...
Nakeisha can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Nakeisha, was a reliable, caring, and loving caregiver for my dad before he passed. I never had to worry when Nakeisha was with my dad, which is a great relief for me as I was taking care of my aging parent."
Nadja S.
5.0
(2)
I have had experience caring for someone with a disability since I can remember. My oldest sister has cerebral palsy and I have been one of her main caregivers for many years. I have experience working in a school for children with special needs. I worked at South Shore Educational collaborative as a paraprofessional for four...
5.0
"Sarah was phenomenal with my daughter who has Autism. She was patient, kind and my daughter absolutely loved being with her! We consider ourselves so lucky and fortunate to have her work and care for my daughter"
Nancy S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 grown children and one grandchild so I am quite experienced with the care and safety of children and babies Also having been a licensed nurse for many years is a help when there are special needs involved I am very safety conscious and love to care for children and have the patience and a calm temperament as well
Marjorie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Christine. I have over a decade of experience nannying and providing childcare to children from ages infancy to 14 years old. I worked as a C. N. A. for about four and a half years as well. I have cared for children and adults with disabilities, special needs, severe allergies, and dietary needs and restrictions, such as...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Christine is a very pleasant person? She is personable with both children and adults. She is very dependable. Christine has been a caregiver for the children of people who attend bible studies in our home and church. When she is caring for the children we know that...
Holly C.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Crystal and I am 33 years old. I am a graduate of Long Island University Post Campus with my Bachelor's degree and teaching certification in Childhood Education. I have a Master's Degree and am certified in General and special Education.
I have been teaching for 10 years and have experience working with...
Crystal can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"As a single father of two young girls, finding the right babysitter was of the utmost importance to me. With a busy work schedule that keeps me out of the house more often than I'd like, I needed someone I could trust to not only care for my daughters but also...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have been caring for babies and children since I was 12 years of age as a babysitter for my 3 siblings as well as in my neighborhood plus many referrals! I was employed as a camp counselor for children ranging from pre-k up to 4th graders in my teen years. I attended SUNY New Paltz for Art Education. Work experience...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Laura is a wonderful caregiver. My 9 year old son loves having her sit for him. She is interactive, loving, kind, and dependable. She is just fabulous!"
Sally W.
Hi, my name is kacie, I have been a care giver for over the past 3years, I have worked with a few special needs patient along my journey, I enjoy cooking, cleaning and taking care of my patients
Shawna can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care & more
I helped take care of my elderly parents, my father had dementia, along with other medical issues and my mom had some medical issues. I know how hard it is to care for your parents and your own family at the same time. I work with special needs children, which I feel gives me experience in being a caregiver.
Annmarie can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Vera E.
Huntington Station, NY
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am A Mother Of Five Grown Children, And A Grandmother Of Nine Grandchildren
I have worked for nursery schools in the past up to kindergarten. I have worked as a case aide with special needs in the school district for eight years. I have raised my own children and some of which had special needs and grandchildren. Also, it's special needs I am willing to do senior care as well. I am experienced in that...
Vera can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
CNA
Hello.. my name is Jalisa, I'm from Long Island NY. I'm 36 years old and I'm interested in finding a job assisting those with special needs. I also have a 15-year-old son of my own. I have 9 years of experience working with the community. I'm very passionate in what I do. I'm currently employed in an agency taking care of my...
Jalisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Maria M.
Levittown, NY
$30-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm kind and professional, I love taking care of people and I have helped families for many years including companion and helping people with special needs.
I worked as a nurse in South America in the past, I'm quite and respectful.
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, respite care, dementia, transportation & more
Skills:
CNA
Jamie C.
Levittown, NY
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have over 15+ years of experience with kids from newborn to teens including special needs. I have my CDA, fingerprinted and am CPR certified. References available upon request!
Jamie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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
I have worked in childcare for 20 plus years as a CDA as well as after school care; I started at 13,( remember those days??!!) babysitting for neighbors and reffing soccer for the younger kids as well as instructing teens I martial arts. I have multifaceted experience with children, and adore them. Everything from hugs to games...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Sophia S.
Old Bethpage, NY
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have nine years of experience working with children in various capacities including childcare, tutoring, and directing young actors performing Shakespeare. I recently graduated college (summa cum laude) with a major in psychology and work with individuals who have suffered from traumatic brain injuries.
I enjoy spending time...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Sydney R.
Huntington Station, NY
$17-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Parents! My name is Sydney and I am 20 years old. I am currently attending SUNY Oneonta and majoring in Childhood Education. I have had lots of experience caring for kids including numerous babysitting jobs, full-time nanny, summer camp counselor for three summers and currently working as a TA at a preschool for children with...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Copiague, NY
Suzanne S.
5.0
Suszi was great my kids loved her she was on time very responsible and trustworthy. We would definitely hire her again. Thank u Suezi!
- Daniel S.
Mayreni H.
5.0
May has been an excellent addition to our household. She’s very knowledgeable and efficient. She always goes above and beyond. She’s very reliable and does whatever is needed to help.
- Care member
Nicolette G.
5.0
Nicolette is amazing! She is punctual, relatable, sweet and amazing with my 2 year old daughter! She really cares for her like she is her own. My daughter talks about her all the time and can't wait to see her again. She is constantly asking if Nicolette can come over! She goes above and beyond for...
- Frankee A.
Nakeisha R.
5.0
Nakeisha is a lovely woman. She is very kind and a hard worker. She takes care of my husband who has Parkinson's disease on weekends, and she is wonderful. She is very cooperative and responsible and offers help wherever she can. She keeps the house neat and clean. i highly recommend her.
- Care member
Sarah C.
5.0
Sarah was phenomenal with my daughter who has Autism. She was patient, kind and my daughter absolutely loved being with her! We consider ourselves so lucky and fortunate to have her work and care for my daughter
- Nancy S.
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