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Christine C.


Deer Park, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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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.

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Maryann L.


Huntington, NY

$40/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Presently employed as a nanny and personal assistant for six years to a lovely family in Port Washington. In addition to providing childcare services, I assist the family with organizational projects , meal preparation, errands and light housekeeping. Prior to this position I was a dietary chef working in a special needs home. I...
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CPR

5.0
"Dependable and punctual, and just a decent human being"

David R.

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Mayreni H.


Bay Shore, NY

$21-35/hr10 yrs exp

Spanish Speaking Nursing Assistant Looking To Care For Your Loved One.

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: Errands, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & 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. "

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David L.


Smithtown, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

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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Gabriella N.


Hauppauge, NY

$20/hr1 yrs exp

I'm currently a 19-year-old college student who has been babysitting for a few years. I have experience with special needs children, specifically autism, and I have my own transportation and am willing to drive and work flexible hours.
Gabriella can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Gabriella has been our morning sitter since September and has been such a rock for me and the kids. I can rely on her to be on time, the kids know they have someone to talk to and play games with before school as well as a last minute chauffeur, should plans...

Erin P.

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Lasandra F.


Deer Park, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Best Care Service Ever

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: Errands, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Debra C.


Huntington, NY

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregive

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a retired School Psychologist. During my 20 plus year career I specialized in working with children from birth to age five years with special needs. I have worked with children who have learning disabilities, speech delays, autism, cerebral palsy and who are mentally retarded. I have also dealt with many children who have...
Debra can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"My daughter loves Debbie. She plays games with her and gets her ready for the bus in the morning. My daughter is also gluten free and Debbie has been great about making sure she eats a gluten free breakfast every morning. She is extremely flexible as well as...

Susan E.

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Jennifer C.


Deer Park, NY

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

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
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Elise H.


Nesconset, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

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: Errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
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CPR

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. "

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Mackenzie M.


Islip, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there I am Mackenzie! I have 10 years of experience with babysitting- from newborns to teenagers along with children with special needs. I can help with any Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation that is needed. I am the oldest of 5 children along with being a full time substitute teacher. I am currently pursuing my Master's...
Mackenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Mackenzie was amazing with my three children. She baked brownie cookies with them and helped them with homework when they struggled. I highly recommend hiring her you won't regret it. My kids always ask me "When's Macky coming back". My children shortened her name...

Ava M.

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Laura E.


North Babylon, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter For Part-Time Evenings/Occasional Weekends

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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
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.

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Christine A.


Huntington Station, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Caregiver

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Christine. I have over a decade of experience nannying and providing childcare to children from ages infancy to 14 years old. I worked as a C. N. A. for about four and a half years as well. I have cared for children and adults with disabilities, special needs, severe allergies, and dietary needs and restrictions, such as...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Christine has been a reliable caretaker for our children, and can be trusted to follow instructions and take care of any issues that might arise, including caring for our children when they are sick. Christine always takes it upon herself to entertain the children...

Amber Kay P.

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Jocelynne C.


Saint James, NY

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hello, my name is Jocelynne. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old and have always naturally gravitated toward being someone who loves to babysit and care for children, definitely an innate trait for being the oldest sibling. My most up to date babysitting experience is that I am currently babysitting for a family &...
Jocelynne can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"I came across Jocelynne's care.com page as I was looking for babysitters for my busy schedule. From the moment I met her I knew she'd be the one to be there for my kid(s). I've trusted her with my daughter (5 years old) and wouldn't trust anyone else. Whenever I...

Mila C.

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Kaeli R.


Commack, NY

$17-25/hr4 yrs exp

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Errands, and love pets. I have experience with special needs children and have been around kids my whole life.
Kaeli can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Michelle S.


Kings Park, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

First and foremost I'm a mother of three children that are all in college now. Other than that, I worked in an elementary school district for nine years as a one on one teacher aide. I also, worked at a special needs school for the past two and half years. I recently changed my job so I no longer work at a school during the day....
Michelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Kaylee F.


Brentwood, NY

$30-45/hr1 yrs exp

Ready To Have Fun!

Hi, my name is Kaylee, I'm 20 years old, and I would love to work with your family! I'm currently in college studying to be an Elementary School teacher, and I've been working in a Special Needs Preschool for 1 year. I'm willing to do anything with your kids, and I'm available whenever you need me! Thank You!
Kaylee can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
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Jalisa B.


Bay Shore, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/ Full Time Available

Hello.. my name is Jalisa, I'm from Long Island NY. I'm 36 years old and I'm interested in finding a job assisting those with special needs. I also have a 15-year-old son of my own. I have 9 years of experience working with the community. I'm very passionate in what I do. I'm currently employed in an agency taking care of my...
Jalisa can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I'm 19 years old and a nursing student at County Community College. I am currently an LPN and going back to college for my RN. In September, I'm going back to college and all my classes are in the morning so my availability will change. I am available M-F all day. I have many years of experience with babysitting children from 6...
Vincenza can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Annika C.


Hauppauge, NY

$22-25/hr2 yrs exp

I am a fun friendly person that love to help and make people comfortable. I love nice conversations that makes you feel relaxed and comfortable. At the moment I work with children and special needs however I have worked with elderly as well when I was younger. I feel comfortable around children or elderly and I've been told they...
Annika can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Skills:

Home Health Aide

I am a mother of a teenage daughter and have nephews as well, so I am no stranger to taking care of children. I also grew up in my teens, taking care of my entire neighborhood. I worked as an after school care worker for Patchogue Medford, as well as a special needs camp with the Town of Brookhaven at one point. I'm an overnight...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in East Northport, NY

Christine C.

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 consider myself very lucky to have...

- Ramya S.

Maryann L.

5.0

Dependable and punctual, and just a decent human being

- David R.

Mayreni H.

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

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.

Gabriella N.

5.0

Gabriella has been our morning sitter since September and has been such a rock for me and the kids. I can rely on her to be on time, the kids know they have someone to talk to and play games with before school as well as a last minute chauffeur, should plans change. Her car is safe and clean, she is...

- Erin P.

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