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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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
(8)
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: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elise took great care of my Mom. She went above and beyond and treated Mom like a family member. When my Mom was with Elise I knew she was safe and being cared for with respect, patience and good humor. We felt very, very lucky to have her."
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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
"If I could add more stars, I certainly would. I had mentioned to David that it's sometimes difficult to find my apartment. I learned that he actually made a trial run the day before we met! That's dedication, and exemplifies how much he puts his heart and soul...
Barbara P.
Jaime S.
Smithtown, NY
$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver Until Summer Then I Can Go Full-Time Lifeguard Also
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
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.
5.0
(3)
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.
Currently I'm a Spanish teacher at a High School but I have experience with all the ages. I...
Sharon can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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 :-) "
Care member
Jennifer C.
Deer Park, NY
$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am an experienced loving nursing assistant and radiology student who loves kids and people and wants to make everyone feel equally the same, I'm willing to help and eager the individual to be their best self each and everyday as well as helping with their everyday tasks
5.0
(4)
I am a mother to 2 lovely daughters ages 21 and 19. I've been a stay at home mother since the birth of my eldest. After the birth of my girls I was a surrogate for my sister-in-law. After the birth of my 16-year-old niece I started sitting for various families in my home (preferred). During these last 16 years, I have lovingly...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Karen and her family have treated our daughter as their own. We could not have asked for better care for our daughter."
Stephanie S.
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: Dementia, personal care
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Maureen B.
Oakdale, NY
$17-18/hr • 10 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: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Maryam P.
Deer Park, NY
$20-25/hr • 4 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
Currently a DSP (work with special needs)
Have nursing experience
CNA
CMA
I am able to dress , bath , groom , transport , do appointments, I pop meds currently at my job.
Tia can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Faith S.
Bohemia, NY
$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Faith and I'm a responsible and patient babysitter with a lot of experience in taking care of children of any age. I have also worked around special needs kids and kids with ADHD. I'm always up for a good game or some time to do crafts! I'm also a huge animal person! I'm a reliable person who will always put...
Faith can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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...
Sharron M.
Brentwood, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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...
Mother of 41year-old, and 43-year-old and 1 grandson. Provided child care for up to 4 children beside my own. Caregiver for adults and special needs child for past 9 years. Owner management /stylist of hair salon for 40 years. Fun-loving. Love to play, go on outdoor outings to parks, shopping, running errands, played games,...
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.
Giovanna B.
Holtsville, NY
$17/hr • 7 yrs exp
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, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in East Islip, NY
Annmarie C.
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 emergency occasions, Annemarie was there...
- Sophia T.
Elise H.
5.0
Elise is so kind, patient, trustworthy and reliable. She currently taking amazing care of my parents and they look forward to her visits. So happy to have her in our lives.
- Care member
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
Sharon has cared for our 10 month old daughter for the past few months and we are so lucky to have found her! She is warm, energetic, and reliable, and clearly enjoys working with children. She is always engaged while caring for our daughter and understands how to meet her needs. We would highly...
- Care member
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