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Special needs caregivers in Highland Falls, NY

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Christina H.


Highland Falls, NY

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

After School Care

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a teachers aide at PNW BOCES. I have many years of experience working with children of all ages, including those with special needs. As a parent of a 17-year-old high school senior, I understand the challenges of raising children while being a working mom. I also hold a valid CNA license and have excellent...
Christina can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Lauren M.


Montrose, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Special Needs Caretaker With A Bachelors In Behavioral Science

5.0

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Hello, I am an energetic, outgoing, friendly, and compassionate person who enjoys working with toddlers, children, teens, and young adults. I have worked as an in-home respite worker for individuals with Autism and other special needs. I have multiple years of experience working as a special education teacher assistant and...
5.0
"Lauren is a compassionate, gentle, and nurturing caretaker. Few people can rival her big heart and understanding for people of all abilities. Lauren works hard to know the intricacies of the individuals she works with, and will make an excellent addition to any...

Christina D.

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Michelle M.


Buchanan, NY

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had experience working in a nursing home and hospice setting administering care to patients with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer, diabetes, down-syndrome, on dialysis, multiple sclerosis, etc. I have great empathy, understanding, patience and know what is involved in taking vitals, emptying a catheter or giving a person...
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Eileen N.


Highland Mills, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is eileen I am 61 years old and a retired elementary school teacher and mother of three daughters and two infant granddaughters. I have experience caring for infants through elementary school. I have also cared with children with autism and special needs . I can cook meals, help with homework, bathing. I love all...
Eileen can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Eileen is a sweet, reliable and caring person who took care of my children and dog on a daily basis for many years before we moved away. She also took care of any housekeeping and errands when we asked. She was wonderful and really became a part of our family...

Rebecca D.

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Elizabeth A.


Monroe, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced D.O.E. Certified Nanny Fulltime Only

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Certified Para Professional since 2008 Department of Education district 75. Other Certifications include: CPR, First Aid, Defensive Driving, Infectious Disease, and Shaken Baby, Mandated Reporter, and Lock Down Safety. I have worked with students in school setting and Private in home care. I have assisted students...
5.0
"Elizabeth creates a special relationship with each child and is great with articulating their individual care and needs. She cares for them as if they were her own. Many of our parents tried to hire her as a nanny. She is able to manage and create a safe and...

Christina F.

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Laura D.


Cornwall on Hudson, NY

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Summer Caregiver Available

I am a mother of three who has worked with special education children in school and home settings. I have experience with children with Autism. I was the director of a day care program. I have NYS and NJ Teaching Certification credentials. I enjoy children and love enriching their education and watching them grow.
5.0
"Laura is great with my autistic son. He loves her and is always excited to see her. She plans fun and enriching activities and is a reliable travel companion on his trips to Florida. She is a gem!"

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Rachael W.


Southfields, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Looking For A Live In Position For As Many Days As Possible

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm a CNA and HHA. Also obtained my AS and half way through my BA in human services/psychology. For most cases, I'm overqualified, but I love what I do so much so I stay in this field. I stand for integrity in every single thing I do. I am honest and hard working with a good sense of humor and always with a smile on my...
Rachael can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Rachael cared for my grandfather for many years up until he passed away. We’re so very grateful to have had her through it all. She never missed a day of work and was always such a joy. She always takes initiative, she’s very compassionate, always prompt and is an...

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Roxanna L.


Lake Peekskill, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Bilingual And Reliable College Student

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Roxanna but I like to be called Rosie. I'm Dominican, so I'm fluent in Spanish, and willing to tutor in that area as well. I own a car, and have a clean license. Also first aid training and CPR certified in all ages. I've been constantly helping friends and family take care of their little ones ever since I...
Roxanna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Very friendly and hard working! My kids loved her and so did I. She is very responsive and just overall a great nanny."

Sabrina W.

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Bonnie S.


Tomkins Cove, NY

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have been working professionally with people of all ages for decades. My forte is working with children and adults with special needs and have my own personal life experience raising my own family. My daughter has Down Syndrome and is now fully grown and doing excellently! I adopted her at birth as a single parent. Being the...
Bonnie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I have been around special needs children my entire life. My mother is a special needs teacher and I have been to her school and helped with the kids many times in my life. I understand the special care it takes to watch over them.
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Vicente Z.


Peekskill, NY

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

CNA/PCA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

5 years experience in health care. Experienced range from long term care to private home care. Experience with dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer; autism, Down syndrome etc
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Aimee O.


Montrose, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Educated and experienced adult Caregiver available for a Part Time Childcare/Nanny Position. I earned college level degrees in Early Childhood Education and Interpersonal/Intercultural Communication and later returned to college as an adult and earned a degree in Communication Disorders/Speech Language Pathology. I have several...
Aimee can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I have worked with the elderly for over 25 years. I have worked with people with dementia, aphasia, Parkinson's, cancer, Alzheimer's and mental health disorders I've been there for the end of life stage. My passion has always been the elderly and the ill. I've had experience working in nursing homes and working privately for...
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Eva B.


Cornwall, NY

$25-55/hr7 yrs exp

Child Care

As a caregiver, my passion lies in nurturing and supporting children's growth and development. With seven years of experience, I am a patient, creative, and friendly individual who excels in providing a safe and nurturing environment for children. I believe in open communication with parents and strive to keep them informed...
Eva can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Lynn D.


Stony Point, NY

$17-24/hr10 yrs exp

Family Nurse Practitioner (Retired)

Looking to continue to share my many years of nursing experience with a local family needing assistance with providing direct patient care to their loved one. Experience ages from newborn thru geriatrics.
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Yvonne H.


Monroe, NY

$16-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Babysitter for Special Needs Children

I love working with special needs children. I've worked with special needs children as a teachers aide in NYC public schools, worked with children in Orange Ulster Boxes after I moved from the city to orange county. I currently work with a 4-month-old, in Goshen. I work three days a week, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. If you...
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Ramatoulaye L.


Montrose, NY

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I have experience caring for children with ADHD as well as twin Autistic boys from when they were born until now they are 5 years old. I love helping out with these children because they need good people who care most. Although they may be a little different they are just as loving and sweet as any other child. Being able to...
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Mariah G.


Peekskill, NY

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hi! My Name Is Mariah And I Currently Taking Online Classes To Become A LPN. I Been Working As A Nanny For 6 Years. I Have Experience Working With Children/Adults With Special Needs. I Am Also Certified As A Nursing Assistant For The Past 8 Years. I Am CPR/FirstAID Certified. If You Think This Could Be A Good Fit Message Me...
Mariah can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:

Wound Care

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

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Alicia S.


Monroe, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny-LPN-Baby Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a loving nanny and Licensed Nurse. I have been caring for children since I was about 12 years old, roughly 47 years! I have done everything from babysitting, nannying, after school care, special needs, preschool teaching assistant and newborn nurse. Currently I work in private homes as a newborn/pediatric nurse. I love...
Alicia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I love working with people of all ages and all needs. From senior care to child care to special needs care, it is my passion. I am hardworking , honest and trustworthy.
Zemrie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Highland Falls, NY

Lauren M.

5.0

Lauren is a compassionate, gentle, and nurturing caretaker. Few people can rival her big heart and understanding for people of all abilities. Lauren works hard to know the intricacies of the individuals she works with, and will make an excellent addition to any family.

- Christina D.

Eileen N.

5.0

Eileen is a sweet, reliable and caring person who took care of my children and dog on a daily basis for many years before we moved away. She also took care of any housekeeping and errands when we asked. She was wonderful and really became a part of our family during her time working for us.

- Rebecca D.

Elizabeth A.

5.0

Elizabeth creates a special relationship with each child and is great with articulating their individual care and needs. She cares for them as if they were her own. Many of our parents tried to hire her as a nanny. She is able to manage and create a safe and structured learning environment. She...

- Christina F.

Laura D.

5.0

Laura is great with my autistic son. He loves her and is always excited to see her. She plans fun and enriching activities and is a reliable travel companion on his trips to Florida. She is a gem!

- Care member

Rachael W.

5.0

Rachael has been with us for a few months now and we are super lucky to have found her. Rachael has shown to be reliable, Accommodating and very attentive. She is great with my mom. Rachael is caring, comforting and always happy and upbeat. Rachael is now part of the family.

- Care member

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