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Special needs caregivers in East Moriches, NY

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Lauren M.


Centereach, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a nanny and have 7 years of experience, I am CPR and first aid certified. Currently working with special needs adults and I work as a nanny to a lovely couple on the weekends. I love working with kids it brings me such joy and I am looking for a full time position, hopefully long term. I love children they are so joyful and...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Very sweet with my daughter, always on time. Kept a consistent work quality."

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Chynel W.


Coram, NY

$18-33/hr10 yrs exp

Made For This

I'm 44yr old widow no children I have worked as a nurses aide for some years and recently in the last 17 years I have worked with adults with special needs and adults with schizophrenia/bipolar disorders, Good companion.
Chynel can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

Wound Care

5.0
"She's a very good hard worker very dependable always on time"

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Jackie M.


Holtsville, NY

$19-26/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Working With All Kids!!!

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, craft assistance, carpooling, 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."

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Hendrik J.


Mattituck, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, Professional Big Ole Teddy Bear.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Hendrik. I'm 29 and south African. I love swimming and the outdoors but I'm also a big geek and love books and gaming. I have been working in the care industry almost 10 years and have had such an amazing experience from taking care of infants to being a companion for seniors... I have done it all from assisting...
Hendrik can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"I would recommend him to anyone. Took great care of my mother in law and was a great team player with all the aids."

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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. Currently I'm a T. A in an Autistic school. SCIP trained. I babysat a variety of families in...
Sharon can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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Karen D.


Holbrook, NY

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny/babysitter

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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
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.

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Suzanne J.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Suzanne, I am 53 yrs old, I have worked in a Nursing home for 15 yrs and I also have worked for Special Needs Adults and Children.
5.0
"Suzie has been an excellent caretaker to my son and daughter and she has become a member of our family! She always goes above and beyond and will treat your child like they are one of her own! She is reliable, punctual, experienced as well as patient, loving and...

Gina T.

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Felicia C.


Mount Sinai, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am a retired teacher who has also worked as a volunteer for many years and also as a teacher. Helping those with special needs is a gift. We all have special things that make us unique. Helping a person with special needs reach their fullest potential is what I feel good about doing. I have extensive experience working with...
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Gina G.


Riverhead, NY

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

I am a mother of two boys and I absolutely love being a caregiver. I have been taking care of people of all ages for many years now. I specialize in private home care. I am very responsible, trustworthy, caring and reliable. I can provide excellent references upon request. Please feel free to give me a call, I would love to meet...
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Kristina C.


Blue Point, NY

$17/hr10 yrs exp

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:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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.

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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: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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

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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.

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Felicia C.


Mount Sinai, NY

$30/hr20 yrs exp

Retired School Teacher

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am a retired elementary school teacher. I am CPR/AED certified. I taught a Pre-K readiness program and designed a Pre-K music and arts curriculum. I have experience with special needs children. I am also a CNA and Geriatric Specialist. I am experienced in private and institutional settings. I offer child care, and companion /...
Felicia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
" I absolutely love Felicia! She has been such a big help to our family. My daughter always looks forward to seeing Felicia every week. We trust her very much. We would highly recommend her! "

Liz B.

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Dyshonia B.


Medford, NY

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Private Duty Nurse

I started out as a home health aid over 12 years ago. I am currently a LPN. I absolutely love caring for others. I've worked with so many different individuals with different stories including senior, children and those with special needs. But facilities and/or communities arent the right fit for me. There arent many things I...
Dyshonia can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, transportation & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Home Health Aide

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Julia M.


Sayville, NY

$20-40/hr6 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Julia! I'm 20 years old and am currently a pre-med student at Stony Brook University. I have years of babysitting experience, including caring for newborn babies as well as children with special needs. I also have 2 years of experience working in developmental groups for young children. I would love to be able to care...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hi moms & dads! I am a full time teaching assistant whose half way done with my bachelors degree in early childhood education. I am a full time college student and I work in a school for special needs kids. I am free all summer! I have experience with children of all ages! I am looking for a consistent child or children to watch...
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Alexis V.


Mount Sinai, NY

$17/hr7 yrs exp

I Love Helping People

I have many years caring for seniors, 7+ to be exact. I worked in the mental health/special needs field for the last 7 years with adults and elderly with developmental disabilities. I prepared meals, fed meals, dispensed medication, assisted with changes, toileting, dressing and showers/baths. I am familiar with certain...
Alexis can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
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Dawn R.


Sound Beach, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher's Assistant For 25 Years Looking For Part-Time Work After School Hours.

I have been a Special Education teacher's assistant for 32 years. I have had experience with all different age groups with a variety of special needs. I have cared for many families children. Recently I worked for a family for 6 years. The children are older now and I am looking to provide care for another families children and...
Dawn can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Alexis P.


Patchogue, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For A Sitter? Look No Further

Hello everyone, my name is Alexis. I have many years of experience working with children and also children with special needs. I have also been in the healthcare field for 20 years. I love doing arts and crafts. Video games and baking. I can also help around the house. Let me help you relax
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Shane M.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

I have experience with different age groups, even some special needs (ADHD); I've done volunteer for couple of years in the kids ministry at my church, I have sponsored little in big brother big sister and I have four nephews and three nieces who I help with during date nights. I'm easy going, patient, kind. Love sport's...
Shane can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in East Moriches, NY

Lauren M.

5.0

Very sweet with my daughter, always on time. Kept a consistent work quality.

- Care member

Chynel W.

5.0

I like how sweet she was and well spoken.very experienced with my needs as well.she was very caring to me

- Care member

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

Hendrik J.

5.0

I would recommend him to anyone. Took great care of my mother in law and was a great team player with all the aids.

- Care member

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!

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