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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alexandra and I am a Speech Language Pathologist in an educationally based setting. While growing up, I've had many jobs, which required caring for children. These jobs included being a counselor at both sleep away and day camp and babysitting for multiple families with children of all ages. Throughout my graduate...
5.0
"I have used Alexandra for childcare for my special needs son who is almost 4 years old. She is punctual, reliable, and great with kids. I highly recommend her and trust her with my nonverbal son, which I think there's a lot!"
Melissa G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents. My name is Candida. I am from a Spanish speaking country and I am US citizen and I speak English fluently. I am a loving, dedicated and experienced nanny with more than 15 years experience working with young children. My main goal is to provide a healthy, safety, learning environment in which your children feel...
Candida can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We highly recommend Candida, as she truly loves our children as her own and you can see how much she cares about their well-being. She listens to any directions given and has been great about helping to stay later than the time we've agreed upon to help us out. She...
Maria L.
5.0
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I have babysat and coached lacrosse for the past 6 years for children up to the ages of 11. I have also worked with special needs in the Best Buddies and Respite program at my church all throughout middle school and high school! I have a car and clean driving record! I don't just sit there but I engage and ensure the kids are...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Caroline is one of the most amazing babysitters I have ever worked with! She is so professional and my kids LOVED her! I would recommend Caroline to anyone!"
Amy W.
Renee L.
Oakland Gardens, NY
$17-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have extensive experience in caring Individual with disabilities and behavioral issues as well as the elderly and children. I drove school bus for 15+ years transporting a variety of students from pre-K to high school.
Samantha A.
Ridgewood, NY
$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I hope all is well. I am a very creative, patient, graduate from the New School with 5 years of childcare experience, ranging from new borns to teenagers. For the last 2 years I've specialized in infant care. I also have experience with special needs kids. In addition I am CPR and first-aid certified. I also have a...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We interviewed Samantha for a nanny position and really liked her. We ultimately went with someone else but would have been very happy to hire Samantha. She was kind, qualified, and smart."
Julia F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very compassionate, caring, reliable and trustworthy person. The uniqueness about myself is I have friends of ALL AGES and very easy to get along with!! I realized for myself after caring for individuals and families, it takes a certain kind of personality and patience to do this work. I first got into this field by...
Danielle can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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"We have worked and are still working with Danielle going on 2+ years. She has become part of our family. She is able to handle shopping, errand running, appointments, and daily care for my parents, home and pets! She is skilled in assisted movements, and offers...
Kristen D.
5.0
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I have been the go-to babysitter among family and friends for many years. I have been dealing with ages from 5 months old to 9-year-old. I am a Paraprofessional for the Board of Education, working one on one with special need children and I have worked with kindergarteners, First grade, currently working with Pre-k. My previous...
Katrina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Katrina is the best nanny/sitter I have ever had. She's smart, caring, fun, and just great with kids. I'd recommend 100% to anyone looking for hire."
Naomi S.
Juana P.
Port Washington, NY
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I'd describe my personality as flexible, and understanding. I like working with kids because they're fun, easy going and super cute, I started working with children when I was 21 years old with my own family and friends. I had my son at the age of 23, Now I'm 33 years old and my son is 10 ( best years of my life ). With the time...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Juana has been working with us for several months. She is extremely responsible in caring for both our 1 1/2 year old and 5 year. She is active, attentive, caring and patient. We cannot recommend her highly enough! "
Amanda Z.
Sheima A.
Springfield Gardens, NY
$45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been in special needs field for over 15 years. I work closely with diverse group of people: ADD/ ADHD, Autism, Asperger's syndrome, learning disabilities, speech impairment, and non-complaint behavior. My experience have taught me the value of patience and encouragement. My skill allow me to meet the needs of every...
Lauren G.
Bellmore, NY
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Lauren and I am currently a certified 3rd grade teacher. I have taught for 5 years and babysat for many years. I previously worked in a daycare for young children. I also have experience with special needs children.
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
Valentina B.
Levittown, NY
$21-27/hr • 1 yrs exp
I worked for AHRC as a direct support professional and worked with elderly people with special needs. I worked in a group home and did house work and personal care like bathing and dressing. I work well with older people as well;
Valentina can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care
Carissa M.
Far Rockaway, NY
$23/hr • 15 yrs exp
My name is Carissa I'm a mother of six. I've been babysitting since I was 15. I've worked in a daycare center for five years in the past. I also worked as a personal care aide caring for children with special needs. If you would like to know anything else please feel free to reach out, thanks.
Carissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Maria M.
Levittown, NY
$30-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm kind and professional, I love taking care of people and I have helped families for many years including companion and helping people with special needs.
I worked as a nurse in South America in the past, I'm quite and respectful.
Maria can also help with: Transportation, errands, dementia, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Hi! My name is Saniyyah and I am a young and experienced nanny/sitter. I am from Brooklyn but I currently live in Queens. In addition to my 4 years of (paid) experience, I grew up in a house with 8 children so I have been babysitting since I was a baby! I am very patient and reliable especially when it comes to children. I have...
Saniyyah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Kaitlyn F.
Flushing, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Katie, a creative & caring 28-year-old with a bachelor's degree in childhood education (birth - 6th grade, Gen Ed & Special Needs) & I have 10+ years of experience working with children of all ages :)
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
Jenna G.
Elmont, NY
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been responsible for the care of two children (7 1/2 and 5) for the last 7 years. One of which having special needs. Some of my responsibilities included baths/showers, folding& putting away laundry, feeding them, driving the children to extra curricular activities such as soccer or their classes at "my gym". Some of my...
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Rose H.
Far Rockaway, NY
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Fun Professional Sitter That Knows How To Create Long Lasting Memories
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Newborns to pre teens I also have experience with special needs kids I also worked in daycares an private homes .
Rose can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Tiana. I am 28 years old and I major in Early Childhood Education. I have three years experience in Early Childhood Education studies and have worked one on one with preschoolers and special needs children. I am very friendly and have a supportive attitude. I love working with children and also enjoy taking care of...
Tiana can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am a registered nurse with 30+ years of pediatric experience. I started my nursing career working in the neonatal intensive care unit. I love kids! I have experience working with children of all ages- including infants. I have experience working with special needs children. I am currently working as a nurse for a pediatric...
Patrice can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Vivian O.
Jamaica, NY
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there,
My name is Vivian and I'm 35 years old. I am a special ed paraprofessional for the NYC Department of Education and soon to be on summer break. I am also a babysitter with 12 years' progressive experience in nurturing and developing children of different ages. I am very dependable, dedicated, and have special talents...
Vivian can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Floral Park, NY
Alexandra O.
5.0
I have used Alexandra for childcare for my special needs son who is almost 4 years old. She is punctual, reliable, and great with kids. I highly recommend her and trust her with my nonverbal son, which I think there's a lot!
- Melissa G.
Candida A.
5.0
We highly recommend Candida, as she truly loves our children as her own and you can see how much she cares about their well-being. She listens to any directions given and has been great about helping to stay later than the time we've agreed upon to help us out. She is knowledgeable with all ages,...
- Maria L.
Caroline K.
5.0
Caroline is one of the most amazing babysitters I have ever worked with! She is so professional and my kids LOVED her! I would recommend Caroline to anyone!
- Amy W.
Samantha A.
5.0
We interviewed Samantha for a nanny position and really liked her. We ultimately went with someone else but would have been very happy to hire Samantha. She was kind, qualified, and smart.
- Julia F.
Danielle I.
5.0
We have worked and are still working with Danielle going on 2+ years. She has become part of our family. She is able to handle shopping, errand running, appointments, and daily care for my parents, home and pets! She is skilled in assisted movements, and offers emotional support. She is calm and...
- Kristen D.
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