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Shanshane M.
East Islip, NY
$15-38/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Crafts. I enjoy working with kids and special needs adult/kids, newborns right up to teenagers. I am very observant, caring and patient with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Our family is most important to us and sometimes we can t always be there for them and it's both stressful and heartbreaking. I completely understand. The last couple years I have been able to juggle my schedule to take care of loved ones who became ill or required surgery: with medication management, travel to and from Dr...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Grace! I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have plenty of experience with all types of kids. I have watched multiple at once, including twin toddlers and I have worked with a special needs child for several years. I have a car and am very reliable. I am a student at Binghamton University so I'd have to...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Madelyn D.
Hauppauge, NY
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & 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.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have recent experience providing child care for children and special needs kids. I enjoyed playing games, arts & crafts, providing meals and transportation to various activities. I am dog friendly and able to tidy up and help with homework. In the past I have volunteered at church working in both the nursery and teaching...
Wendy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Pleasure to have working with my family. Never missed a day of work the whole time she was with us. Very organized and dependable great with children "
Amy H.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with kids for over 10 years and have 3 of my own! I have experience with newborns, toddlers, kids and teens. I have worked with special needs, multiples and twins and have many references. I am patient, reliable, caring and kind. I absolutely love any and all babies and kids! I am flexible and willing to work...
Jackie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jackie has babysat my kids for years for date nights! We love her, she is super fun and energetic, and always coming up with fun activities/games."
Care member
5.0
(2)
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.
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: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am caring person, professional treat your family as if it was my very own. I work for assisted living for over 10 years. With supervisors to vouch for me also. I am really loving up beat full of life. Some people do this for money I do this because I care. I work as a volunteer just because a family needed help. As I m the...
Lasandra can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
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
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 28-year-old former CNA with plenty of experience with children including special needs children as well. Iv worked in two different elementary schools over three years so working with large groups of children is something I'm well at as well. I'm CPR certified and have a clean driving record. I'm very friendly, outgoing...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"For the time Melissa watched our baby girl, she's always been punctual and dependable. She even helped adjust our baby to taking naps in her crib!"
Josseline M.
Kristina C.
Blue Point, NY
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience in childcare. I worked at a special needs preschool for four years as well as done individual child care since I can remember. I am a very compassionate person, as well as patient. I am that type of person who isn't afraid of getting dirty, loves arts and crafts and is very imaginative. I have...
Kristina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We've hired Kristina for occasional weekend sitting for our 2yr old son. She is great with him, taking care of all his needs and engaging him when he plays. Would definitely hire Kristina again!"
Christine P.
Amanda M.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$10-15/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...
5.0
"I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son."
Meryl B.
5.0
(1)
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...
Christine C.
Deer Park, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I worked as a para educator in New York. I am trained in ABA, CPR, First Aide, and CPI. I have had children from 5 - 14 years of age, some very low functioning and some high. I have done community outings with these children. One child in particular was non verbal. I taught him to use the computer after many months he was typing...
5.0
"Christine is awesome. She is super dependable and was able to manage with ease. My twin babies love her. They become so happy the minute she walks in. She does not sit idle a minute, she is always trying to help out with house work etc when the babies sleep. I...
Ramya S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I have two grown children of my own and can appreciate the importance of your endeavor. I have worked at a middle school for 10+ years helping children with special needs. I can assist with homework after school activities and play dates The school does background check so that should provide some extra peace of mind...
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Karen is a lovely woman. Never did we have to worry about someone not tending to our children. She was great with homework and keeping the kids occupied. My kids like to be outside playing and she was always up for anything. I never had to worry about texting and...
Kerri O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have my Associates degree in Early Childhood Education. My work expirience includes working in homecare as well as in a special education preschool. I also have a backround in behavior therapy. I have worked in the special needs community for 10 years. I have experience working with a variety of children with special needs,...
5.0
"Jaclyn is an awesome, capable young lady. She is a very reliable and caring person. She was a pleasure to have as a caretaker for my son who has Special needs. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a dependable caregiver."
Philomena R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 26-year-old certified Teacher Assistant with over seven years of experience. I graduated from Stony Brook University with a Bachelor's in Biology and plan to attend graduate school for Education. I have experience caring for children of all ages, both with and without special needs, and am trained in Nonviolent Crisis...
Annmarie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I first became acquainted with Annemarie through care.com, and she is one of the loveliest people I know. She has been working with my children for several years now, is incredibly kind, patient, loving and reliable. Our family all love her. On a couple of...
Sophia T.
Elise H.
Nesconset, NY
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 20Yrs of exp. W/ & W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's & Special needs. I can assist with all Home Care needs and Light Housekeeping. I love to cook and have always brought my clients food to taste if they are allowed. I have a Clean Drivers license as well as a clean...
Elise can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elise was very caring and compassionate at all times towards my elderly mother. She always arrived on time, and stayed late if necessary. Elise became like a member of the family while working for us. I would highly recommend her- she will become a great addition...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am David. I've worked with autistic kids and young adults at DDI for 2 years in the past. I've also worked with pediatric cancer patients for over 15 years and served as camp director for pediatric cancer patients and siblings. I am a NYS EMT, volunteer firefighter, retired police officer but chef by trade. I have...
5.0
"David is caring, helpful and funny. He treats the patient with respect and understanding. He is the first caretaker we hired and I believe we got very lucky and hope future caretakers are as great as he is."
Elena C.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in East Islip, NY
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.
Wendy M.
5.0
Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with my family. Anyone would be lucky to have her.
- Andrea I.
Jackie M.
5.0
Jackie has babysat my kids for years for date nights! We love her, she is super fun and energetic, and always coming up with fun activities/games.
- Care member
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.
Laura E.
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.
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