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Michelle E.


Hawthorne, NY

$26-30/hr10 yrs exp

Newborn/General Childcare Provider Available- *Special Needs Welcome

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Mom of 2 young adults with degrees in both Nursing (LPN) & Early Childhood Education/ Special Ed. (AAS.) In addition to 12 years of experience as a nurse, I have over 45 years of Childcare experience (all ages, but with a preference for newborns.) I am available full time starting December 15th (ideal for a Mom returning to work...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Daniella P.


Hawthorne, NY

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Private Tutor

Over the past 10 years, I have had a myriad of experiences working with children. My previous tutoring experience includes working as a full-time clinician at Lindamoond-Bell Learning Center where I taught students (ages 5-25) one-on-one, many of which have a diagnosis of ADHD, CAPD, PDD, Asperger's Syndrome, and some on the...
Daniella can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Natalya W.


White Plains, NY

$35-40/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Baby Sitter For Evenings/Weekends

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Natalya and I am a graduate of John Jay College of Criminal Justice. I started babysitting by taking care my younger siblings and then began watching friends of the family's children and gained more experience through all of the amazing references I received! I am very well trained in taking care of special...
Natalya can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Natalya is very reliable and punctual. Any and everything she does is always 100%. She's not someone who you would have to second guess about doing anything wrong. She'll make sure everything is pristine and she'll always put the child first. She's respectful and...

David H.

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Susan D.


Congers, NY

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Susan and I work at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern NY. I'm accustomed to dealing with 50+ patients per day including special needs patients. I'm very friendly, caring and outgoing. I love making patients feel comfortable as most people do not care to be in a hospital!
Susan can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother. "

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Geremias J.


Eastchester, NY

$35/hr8 yrs exp

Take Care Of Who Matters First

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a professional care provider I have learned so many lessons and one that truly has made me love my work is understanding some people just need to be taken care first. As individuals we bring our Dynamics to the table. A person with disabilities have the same needs and wants we all have. Therefore, they are to be treated the...
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Santa M.


West Harrison, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello. I am Santa. I have been working with children for about 15 years now. I've taken care of 18 months to 16 years. I love working with children. Monday-Friday from 8-3. I work as a teacher assistant with special need children. I have been working there for about 6 years now.
Santa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Santa was a loving and responsible caregiver. We were sad to lose her."

Amber B.

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Amanda F.


Purchase, NY

$20-40/hr5 yrs exp

Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am currently a college student at SUNY Purchase. In the past I have worked at a summer camp with all ages of children, babysat numerous times, taught Sunday school lessons for many years, and I am an aide for special needs children through BOCES!
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Amanda was great. On time, professional. Quickly helped my two children acclimate to her. She drove them home safely. My children were happy. She cleaned my dishes! She really went above and beyond. Great hire!"

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Sarah M.


Pleasantville, NY

$40-50/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Experienced Special Education Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Sarah. I currently live in Westchester. I have been working with kids since high school. I have my Bachelors in Elementary Education Grades 1-6 and a Masters in Special Education Grades 1-6. I have a NYS Professional Certification for both degrees. I am currently teaching at non-profit school for individuals with...
5.0
"The best ever! Sarah is a parent's dream: reliable, thoughtful, incredibly calm, and supportive with our high energy kids. She is not only a highly educated caregiver but she is proactive and takes initiative. Sarah has a confidence and ease with children that is a...

Douglas M.

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Joanne C.


Scarsdale, NY

$25-45/hr9 yrs exp

Loving Part-time Care Giver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a caregiver for children since I was 16 years old, starting with babysitting, moving on to preschool teacher and eventually elementary school teacher and special needs teacher's aide. I enjoy baking, art, music, sports, hiking and anything creative. I'd love to care for your child and will bring energy and joy to the...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Joanne has been so helpful watching our 13-year-old son! She is punctual, friendly, easy-going, and our son really likes her. She has been able to come over for date nights and has also stayed the night when we were out of town. We feel very lucky to have found...

Nathanael B.

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Lori E.


Hartsdale, NY

$49/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Special Education And English Teacher

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I hold a Masters degree in Education, with specialties in English and Special Education. I've been teaching all students to be the best version of themselves. I like to make learning fun, by giving real life examples of the work. I review all classes with the student, or life skills with an adult. I have experience with kids to...
5.0
"Lori would be a valuable addition to your team if you have a teen or young adult on the autism spectrum who needs help with school/college and/or life skills."

Alistair B.

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Stephanie B.


Tarrytown, NY

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I am a 27-year-old grad student who is aspiring to become an occupational therapist. I have a bachelor's degree in social sciences (focused in psychology) and most of my OT master's program completed. I have worked with children between the ages on 6 mos. and 12 yrs. I used to work at Vision Fitness in the daycare...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I interviewed Stephanie and she was wonderful - responsive, punctual and great interaction with my child. Her needs did not meet ours so I did not hire her, but I think she would be a great sitter for the right family. "

Kavita A.

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Rosalys T.


Tarrytown, NY

$25-32/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My passion for nurturing young minds and my previous babysitting experience led me to become a nurturing childcare provider with over 8 years of experience. My patient and creative nature allows me to connect with children, fostering an environment where they can learn, grow, and have fun. I maintain open communication with...
Rosalys can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"She is a person with great values Every time I leave my kid with her I know he will be safe and well care."

Belen Q.

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Debbie F.


Greenwich, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Caring Babysitter With Great References

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I was born and grew up in Greenwich, Connecticut, and I still live in this wonderful town. Childcare is my career and I truly love it. I have over 10 years of experience. I enjoyed watching my daughter grow up and graduate from college. As a single mom, it wasn't easy, but I am a hard worker and love what I do. After my daughter...
Debbie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Debbie has been amazing with my mom, shes compassionate and caring. My mom looks forward to her visits"

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Cinthia S.


White Plains, NY

$18-40/hr5 yrs exp

Med Tech

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Cinthia I am 22 years of age and I have been working in the medical field for over 5 years now. I have plenty of experience working with seniors. I was a caregiver/medtech at Paramount Senior Living Facility for 3 years. I have experience working with dementia and special needs patients. I hope I will be a good fit...
Cinthia can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Care didn't give me the option to review for childcare, but this is a nanny review! Cinthia was absolutely amazing! She helped care for my daughter from 4-7 months of age. Unfortunately we're moving out of the area otherwise we would keep Cinthia forever! Our baby...

Samantha G.

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Carolyn C.


Tarrytown, NY

$51/hr5 yrs exp

I Am Looking For A Full-Time Position Job In Baby Sitting/Elder Care.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Carolyn. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant/Geriatric Nursing Assistant (CNA/GNA), with over 10 years of nanny/babysitting, elderly care experience , Housekeeping Supervisor, special needs children. I have worked with children of all ages from newborn, twins to teens. I am very responsible, caring, loving,...
Carolyn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Katherine P.


Elmsford, NY

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there I enjoy working with others that are in need. I used to work for an agency call VIP for 2 years. I have a huge passion working with people. I would do light cleaning, some organizing , run errands and simply kept them company.
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Amanda R.


Greenwich, CT

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Compassionate, Creative Babysitter With Over 15 Years Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 15 years of experience working with babies and children. I started when I was 16, working at Children's Day School in Greenwich, CT. I have experience with all ages from infant to school aged. I also have experience working with multiple children at a time. Most recently I was a nanny for two school aged boys. I have...
5.0
"Reliable, professional and very loved by our family! "

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Anita P.


Ossining, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I Have The Ability To Make A Difference In Lives

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a very patient individual with many years of nursing homes, hospitals, and home care experience. some of my experiences are as follows: colostomy care, trachea care, Parkinson, administering enema, monitoring vitals signs, and some heavy lifting. i. can operate a hoyer, and overhead lift if I am not familiar with your...
Anita can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Licensed Nurse

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Work ethic excellent. Very caring, professional. Very detailed oriented. She is Consistent with the care she gives. My husband smiles whenever she comes and responds to her kindness"

Gayle M.

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Mary C.


Tappan, NY

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse/nanny/caregiver/esp Special Needs Child

3.0

(1)

Pediatric home care nurse many disabilities/ages/cultural backgrounds, love working with children in your home, Active and athletic, involved many sports and hobbies. love doing lots of different activities. HAVE FOUR CHILDREN MINE OWN. WILL INVOLVE YOUR CHILDREN IN MANY DIFFERENT ACTIVITIES. KEEP THEM BUSY AND OUT OF TROUBLE.
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Grace S.


Ossining, NY

$36-49/hr10 yrs exp

Full/part Time Care Giver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I started working caring for children at a local family daycare as an assistant provider about 9 years ago. After the second year, the daycare closed and I decided to open my own daycare. One of my goals was to teach the kids Spanish as a second language, that was my biggest accomplishment. Also, I worked on my program with a...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Grace is incredibly easy to work with and wonderful with children. We were a hot mess when she started with us. Grace came in and just started taking care of the baby, worked and talked with me about my concerns and fears and helped us get a routine going. The...

Leilani D.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hawthorne, NY

Natalya W.

5.0

Natalya is absolutely amazing! Great communication and trust worthy. She was our after school nanny and helped out for an hour or so in the morning. We did not have to tell her what to do, she picked up on our flow and acted as an extension of us!

- Anne L.

Susan D.

5.0

Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother.

- Care member

Santa M.

5.0

Santa was a loving and responsible caregiver. We were sad to lose her.

- Amber B.

Amanda F.

5.0

Amanda was great. On time, professional. Quickly helped my two children acclimate to her. She drove them home safely. My children were happy. She cleaned my dishes! She really went above and beyond. Great hire!

- Care member

Sarah M.

5.0

The best ever! Sarah is a parent's dream: reliable, thoughtful, incredibly calm, and supportive with our high energy kids. She is not only a highly educated caregiver but she is proactive and takes initiative. Sarah has a confidence and ease with children that is a comfort to everyone involved. We...

- Douglas M.

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