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60 special needs caregivers are listed in East Islip, NY

The average rate is $14/hr as of November 2024

The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 3 years

Special needs caregivers in East Islip, NY

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David L.


Smithtown, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

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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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Jaime S.


Smithtown, NY

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Until Summer Then I Can Go Full-Time Lifeguard Also

My qualifications: -I've been a part-time babysitter since 2009 from ages 3-12. -I did full time babysitting last summer, ages 4-12. -I have experienced in babysitting special needs children. -I have been a certified lifeguard since 2010, also I am certified in CPR for all ages, certified in AED and First Aid. I student teach...
Jaime can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jaime applied to our summer child care job and came to meet the family in person. She was absolutely lovely! She called the day of the interview to confirm, showed up on time and bonded with our kids very quickly (despite the fact that my 10 year old son was angry...

Shawna A.

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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. Experience with Behavioral Skills Training (BST), Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), SCIP...
Sharon can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Wilder and Coast loved her, she was great and always kept an eye on both of them at the same time. Will be using again :-) "

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Anweshi D.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$49-50/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Anweshi. I have pretty much raised my younger cousin, then was a babysitter for our family friend's children. I have 2 years of baby-sitting experience as I have tutored kids with special needs and babysat young kids and teenagers. I have worked with mostly kids aged 4+ to teenagers of age 15-16. I work well...
Anweshi can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Anweshi is a very reliable and fantastic tutor. I highly recommend her!"

Care member

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Jessica S.


Bayport, NY

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

My name is Jessica and I am about to start my third year as an education major. I have 4 years of babysitting experience, including experiences with special needs (Down Syndrome and Autism), toddlers, and elementary school children. I love children and am very eager to help out families in any way I can!
Jessica can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
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Maureen B.


Oakdale, NY

$14-18/hr10 yrs exp

Hi I'm Maureen. I'm new to Florida oringinally from NY. I work for SCPS but am looking to make extra money. I enjoy working w the elderly as much as I enjoy working w kids !! I'm a people person. I have 15 yrs experience working in group homes for adults w special needs. I'm mature and responsible. My interests are my daughters...
Maureen can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, respite care, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Maryam P.


Deer Park, NY

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Maryam. I have been caring for children for 4 years, including special needs kids. I am comfortable with all ages and levels of need, and customize my approach to match each child. I am CPR certified, and able to help kids with their schoolwork, as well as help around the home.
Maryam can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jilana C.


Nesconset, NY

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

I am currently a college student. I have been babysitting since I was around 15 years old and I have experience with babysitting a wide range of ages as well as babysitting special needs children. I am extremely friendly, loving, responsible, and patient.
Jilana can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Saima N.


Holbrook, NY

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

I have provided special needs and senior care for a few years now. I have a lot of experience and would love to share with you.
Saima can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, respite care, dementia & more

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Sharron I'm 31. I've been looking after children from the age of 13. I'm very good with kids. I have also worked with some kids that have special needs with the day cares I have worked in. I'm friendly caring responsible. I love to do arts and crafts, take the kids outside, teaching children through play, im not...
Sharron can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Vanessa R.


Holtsville, NY

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care For You're Little One!

My name is Vanessa. I have experience with preemies, newborns and children up through middle school. My recent background is in Pediatric Nursing for about 7 years and over 10 years childcare experience in homes and daycares. Previous special needs experience as well.
Vanessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Adelyn Y.


Deer Park, NY

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

About Me

I have a lot of experience and love caring for others. Along with my five years of experience in babysitting, I have also had three years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities. I am well-versed In medication administration, first aid, behaviors, and daily life activities. There is nothing quite as...
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Stephany C.


Bay Shore, NY

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Caring Patient Nanny

I have cared for many children with different disabilities. I ve cared for children with food allergies, asthmatic children, children with autism, and an adorable baby with Down s syndrome. I have an unlimited amount of patience that helps me care for the children that need it the most. I love teaching children and sharing in...
Hi! I am a responsible, caring, and patient future teacher. I have been babysitting for the last seven years and have experience with children ranging in ages from newborn - 12 years old. I currently work as a 1:1 aide at a preschool for children with special needs so I am comfortable caring for children of all needs. I am...
Giovanna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Katherine D.


Lake Grove, NY

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

I am a recent college graduate and certified special education teacher. I just completed a full year of student teaching. I have worked with children with autism, cerebral palsy, learning disabled, and emotionally disturbed children, etc.
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Gabriela K.


Commack, NY

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hi ,I Would Love To HELP !

Hi. I have over 15years of experience, working as a nanny for private families here on Long Island! Back in my country I have my college degree but no doubt my love for children kept me in the educational field. I was at one time with a family for 10 years and it was amazing! My experience has been working with children of all...
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Angela R.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am honest, reliable and caring. I have many years of experience working with children and adults with disabilities.
I have been working with kids, ranging from newborn to 13 years old, for the past 8 years. From babysitting, to being a daycare teacher throughout college, to now working as a behavioral therapist for children with autism. I am a University at Buffalo graduate with a bachelors in both Psychology and Sociology. I currently work...
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Jessica R.


Holbrook, NY

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter With 15 Years Of Experience. Certified Teacher With Experience Working With Special Needs Population.

I am a substitute teacher and neighborhood babysitter with 15 years of experience working with children of all ages including special needs. I love arts and crafts projects and reading books. I have references available upon request. I also love pets.
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in East Islip, NY

David L.

5.0

We had the pleasure of working with Dave a few months ago -- what a great guy! His background is very interesting and varied. My son likes Dave a lot; they were going to the gym together, cooking together, etc. Dave is mature, affable, friendly, easy-going, capable and responsible. Would be...

- Maureen R.

Jaime S.

5.0

Jaime applied to our summer child care job and came to meet the family in person. She was absolutely lovely! She called the day of the interview to confirm, showed up on time and bonded with our kids very quickly (despite the fact that my 10 year old son was angry about something when she showed...

- Shawna A.

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

Anweshi D.

5.0

Anweshi is a very reliable and fantastic tutor. I highly recommend her!

- Care member

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