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Melinda C.


Crompond, NY

$18-22/hr

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Hi! I am a recent college graduate with a degree in Psychology. I will be continuing my education this Fall to pursue a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Special Education over the next two years. I have 5+ years of experience including babysitting as well as work in a childcare setting with birth-preschool aged children....
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Lauren M.


Montrose, NY

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Experience Special Needs Caretaker With A Bachelors In Behavioral Science

5.0

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Hello, I am an energetic, outgoing, friendly, and compassionate person who enjoys working with toddlers, children, teens, and young adults. I have worked as an in-home respite worker for individuals with Autism and other special needs. I have multiple years of experience working as a special education teacher assistant and...
5.0
"Lauren is a compassionate, gentle, and nurturing caretaker. Few people can rival her big heart and understanding for people of all abilities. Lauren works hard to know the intricacies of the individuals she works with, and will make an excellent addition to any...

Christina D.

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Roxanna L.


Lake Peekskill, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Bilingual And Reliable College Student

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Roxanna but I like to be called Rosie. I'm Dominican, so I'm fluent in Spanish, and willing to tutor in that area as well. I own a car, and have a clean license. Also first aid training and CPR certified in all ages. I've been constantly helping friends and family take care of their little ones ever since I...
Roxanna can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Very friendly and hard working! My kids loved her and so did I. She is very responsive and just overall a great nanny."

Sabrina W.

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Stephanie L.


Mahopac, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Stephanie-

I graduated from New York University last year and I am currently working as an Elementary School Social Worker. I have 10 years of child care experience; infants, toddlers, grade school, twins, and children with special needs. I have extensive experience working with early intervention ages and grade school ages on social...
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Stephanie is responsible, caring, hard working and reliable. She is a safe driver. Overall, I highly recommend Stephanie as a babysitter."

Leslie H.

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Anita P.


Ossining, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I Have The Ability To Make A Difference In Lives

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a very patient individual with many years of nursing homes, hospitals, and home care experience. some of my experiences are as follows: colostomy care, trachea care, Parkinson, administering enema, monitoring vitals signs, and some heavy lifting. i. can operate a hoyer, and overhead lift if I am not familiar with your...
Anita can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Work ethic excellent. Very caring, professional. Very detailed oriented. She is Consistent with the care she gives. My husband smiles whenever she comes and responds to her kindness"

Gayle M.

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Michelle M.


Buchanan, NY

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had experience working in a nursing home and hospice setting administering care to patients with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer, diabetes, down-syndrome, on dialysis, multiple sclerosis, etc. I have great empathy, understanding, patience and know what is involved in taking vitals, emptying a catheter or giving a person...
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Grace S.


Ossining, NY

$36-49/hr10 yrs exp

Full/part Time Care Giver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I started working caring for children at a local family daycare as an assistant provider about 9 years ago. After the second year, the daycare closed and I decided to open my own daycare. One of my goals was to teach the kids Spanish as a second language, that was my biggest accomplishment. Also, I worked on my program with a...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Grace is incredibly easy to work with and wonderful with children. We were a hot mess when she started with us. Grace came in and just started taking care of the baby, worked and talked with me about my concerns and fears and helped us get a routine going. The...

Leilani D.

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Marianne L.


Mahopac, NY

$20-22/hr6 yrs exp

Open To Work

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My babysitting skills and experience, along with my positive attitude and friendly nature, position me to excel in this role. I have experience with special needs such as administering meals and/or medication via feeding tubes such as NG tubes or G-tubes. I would love the opportunity to meet your family and discuss my...
Marianne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She did a great job ! I highly recommend her"

Ramona P.

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Kathleen D.


Cortlandt Manor, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care, Senior Care And Pet Care

Hello, my name is Kathleen. I have over 20 years of experience working with children and adults with special needs. Both as a D. S. P. and I currently work at a school with children for special needs. I adore the students. I am a very kind, compassionate, loving, and gentle woman with lots of patience. I would also love to be...
Kathleen can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I love working with people of all ages and all needs. From senior care to child care to special needs care, it is my passion. I am hardworking , honest and trustworthy.
Zemrie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Maggie S.


Cortlandt Manor, NY

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Professional College Educated Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for the past 15 years. I cared for a newborn preemie. I was hired when the baby was just 3 lbs. I attended to all special needs of the child, including but not limited to Doctor's visits and shots. I also nannied for 3 children. I was responsible for meeting all the children's needs including meals, laundry,...
Maggie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Anita P.


Ossining, NY

$18-30/hr

Im Specialized With Austic Children-Nursing Assistant

Hello, I'm currently working with special needs children and elderly patients. Im looking to work some additional hours on weekends or afternoons. My experiences: Colostomy care, trachea care, administering enema, Hoyer lift, chair lift and over head lift, some heavy lifting, monitoring vitals signs and glucose levels,...
Anita can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Melanie S.


Putnam Valley, NY

$16-20/hr2 yrs exp

LMSW, M.Ed.

I am a current licensed social worker and I hold a Masters of Education degree. I've worked with children ages 1-21 years of age. I have experience with special needs children, specifically with autism as well. I also have tutoring experience and I've also worked in a school before as well.
Melanie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Lauren C.


Somers, NY

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant

If you are looking for an experienced compassionate, reliable and patient individual to care for your needs I am available to help! I have years of experience working with the elderly as well as clients with special needs. My goal is to help support your physical, emotional and social needs by assisting with daily activities...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
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Allison S.


Mahopac, NY

$16-25/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Experienced Caregiver/Babysitter/Nanny!

Hi! My name is Allie and I am 21 years old, from Mahopac, NY but currently live in Burlington, VT. I have been working with kids ages 3-13 for over many years, since I was 13 years old. I have done everything from babysitting, cooking, cleaning, and helping with homework. I also have experience with special needs children. I was...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lauren M.


Montrose, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I am an energetic, outgoing, friendly, and compassionate person who enjoys working with toddlers, children, and teens. I have worked as an in-home respite worker for individuals with Autism and other special needs. I have multiple years of experience working as a special education teacher assistant and behavior...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Emily G.


Garnerville, NY

$16-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Emily G, I recently graduated from Arizona State University with a B. S in Psychology. I am planning on furthering my education in a masters program beginning next year, and am also in the process of acquiring my ABA certification. I have experience babysitting & nannying children of all ages and abilities for...
Emily can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have a special need daughter, she have helped me gain a lot of knowledge in caring for a special needs child. She is Trached and have a G tube to feed along with other neurological disorders. I am a very patient person and loving always with a smile, I give the same treatment I would like for other to give my daughter. I...
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Janah H.


Peekskill, NY

$22/hr6 yrs exp

All About Me

20 years old Bilingual (Spanish) Special needs experience (6+ years) Child care (8+ years) Cook (5 years) Licensed driver w/vehicle
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Nicole L.


Somers, NY

$28-40/hr10 yrs exp

Honest And Reliable Part-time Caregiver Available

Hello! My name is Nicole and I live in Somers, NY with my husband and 2 children ages 7 & 3. I've had such a wonderful experience watching my children grow; however, this mommy is ready to get back into the swing of things! I'm an outgoing & honest caregiver; I absolutely love spending time with children. I'm CPR/AED & Pediatric...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Crompond, NY

Lauren M.

5.0

Lauren is a compassionate, gentle, and nurturing caretaker. Few people can rival her big heart and understanding for people of all abilities. Lauren works hard to know the intricacies of the individuals she works with, and will make an excellent addition to any family.

- Christina D.

Roxanna L.

5.0

Very friendly and hard working! My kids loved her and so did I. She is very responsive and just overall a great nanny.

- Sabrina W.

Stephanie L.

5.0

Stephanie is responsible, caring, hard working and reliable. She is a safe driver. Overall, I highly recommend Stephanie as a babysitter.

- Leslie H.

Anita P.

5.0

Work ethic excellent. Very caring, professional. Very detailed oriented. She is Consistent with the care she gives. My husband smiles whenever she comes and responds to her kindness

- Gayle M.

Grace S.

5.0

Grace is incredibly easy to work with and wonderful with children. We were a hot mess when she started with us. Grace came in and just started taking care of the baby, worked and talked with me about my concerns and fears and helped us get a routine going. The baby thrived under her care and I was...

- Leilani D.

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