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Damaris R.


Hempstead, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mom of 2, with experience of over 20 years. I have worked with infants in Daycare and school- age children in a classroom and privately. I have worked with special needs children in a classroom setting in addition to residential. My attitude is a positive one, I am flexible and dependable. I love singing and dancing and...
Damaris can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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"To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to recommend Damaris for a nanny/caretaker position. Damaris worked with our family for two and a half years, providing exceptional care for our two children, a 5-month-old baby boy and a 3-year-old girl, at the start of her...

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Nigeria W.


Uniondale, NY

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Helpful Caregiver

I am an experienced professional who has worked with Special needs population for over 20 years, additionally I have worked with patients with Dementia/CP. I have my own car and I am trained in CPR, First Aid, and AED. I have my own transportation. I graduated with a BA on Psychology from Hofstra University. I am willing to...
Nigeria can also help with: Transportation, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, respite care, errands & more
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Dylan A.


Queens Village, NY

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Creating Safe And Fun Environments For Children

Hi there! My name is Dylan, and I'm a responsible and compassionate babysitter with a passion for caring for children. I have 3 years of experience babysitting for families in my community and have worked with kids ranging from newborns to pre-teens. I love creating a safe, fun, and engaging environment where children can feel...
Dylan can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Meghan P.


Long Beach, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Elementary School Teacher Looking For Part-time Summer Babysitting Jobs

My name is Meghan, I am 33 years old and live in Long Beach. I am looking for a part-time summer babysitting job (2-3 days a week). I am a first grade teacher on Long Island, have been teaching for 10 years, and have an extensive background in child care. I have a Master's Degree, hold four NYS teacher certifications (Birth -...
Meghan can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 8 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum...
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Kira V.


Long Beach, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Creative Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Kira, and I have over 15 years of experience working with children. I began as a teenager babysitting and working in daycare after school, and went on to teach music and movement classes to 3-5-year-olds, teach theatre and art, nanny, work as a Teacher Assistant with kids with special needs, and continue...
Kira can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Emoniee G.


Jamaica, NY

$20-28/hr3 yrs exp

Expert caregiver and patient advocate who provides individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities with the guidance, support, and resources they require to become self-sufficient and realize their full potential. Liaise among clients and neighborhood, helping individuals coordinate and associate totally in their...
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Kimberly R.


Wantagh, NY

$17-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available

Hello I am 22 and currently a graduate student at LIU Post studying Speech- Language pathology. I have worked full time at a special needs preschool specializing in early identification / intervention for children birth -7 with learning, language, social, and behavior challenges. I have also worked with children as a...
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Ivonete L.


Mineola, NY

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny Available (weekdays)

I have over 30 years of experience caring for children, with a strong background in special needs. I provided around-the-clock care to my autistic daughter, until she was recently placed into a permanent residency. I am comfortable taking care of infants, children, and adults of varying level of function. I am very patient and...
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Eve F.


Bellmore, NY

$25-38/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitting For Students With Special Needs

I have worked with students with special needs for 10+ years. I'm also familiar with basic ASL and have used AAC devices.
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Jessica O.


Lynbrook, NY

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

I have worked for the DOE with special needs children for 14 years and after school ABA therapy for 14 years I am ABA certified a behavioral therapist and RBT certified
I have been working with special needs kids and adults for over the past 3 years, I am very compassionate, patient, and enjoy serving them in they're area of needs
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Danielle B.


Queens Village, NY

$17-20/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I enjoy taking care of children. As well as educating children. I am a loving, caring and nurturing person. I have 7 years of experience working with children. I currently work as a teacher's assistant for the department of education. I have experience working with children of the ages 5-14, and I have experience working with...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep
I have 25 years of experience working with children between the ages from newborn-20. An experienced professional in working with students with diverse abilities and disabilities. I am dedicated to creating inclusive and supporting learning environments. My philosophy revolves around fostering a sense of empowerment and self...
Currently, I am working as a Direct Professional Aide working with individuals with Lagone-Down Syndrome, Autisum, ADD, ADHD, Physicosis, and OCD. Also, I'm a Registered Medical Assistant and have certification in CPR for adults, adolescents, and infants. It brings me joy to help others out on a personal level to achieve...
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Katelyn K.


Seaford, NY

$17-26/hr7 yrs exp

Hello! I am Katelyn and I am from Long Island, New York. I am 21 years old and a junior at Towson University. I am studying social sciences with a concentration in education to become a middle or high school teacher. For the past three summers, I have worked at a special education preschool as an aide. Along with my time as...
Katelyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Emanie C.


Freeport, NY

$23-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hi Families! My name is Emanie, and I'm an active, organized, and enthusiastic nanny with over 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages and backgrounds. Apart from babysitting/nannying, my background includes working with special needs children in self-contained classrooms, serving as a teacher's aide, hosting...
Emanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Alexandra D.


Franklin Square, NY

$17-30/hr5 yrs exp

Anytime Babysitter, Caregiver, English/Writing Tutor

Hi there! I'm an adjunct English professor looking for part time childcare work. In the summer I'm very available, most times, Monday-Friday and can do weekend nights as well. I have experience performing activities and watching children with special needs for weekly events at my church (St. Anne's, Garden City), as well as...
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ivonete L.


Mineola, NY

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Patient & Experienced Sitter (30+yrs Of Experience)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 30 years of experience caring for children, with a strong background in special needs. I provided around-the-clock care to my autistic daughter, until she was recently placed into a permanent residency. I am comfortable taking care of infants, children, and adults of varying level of function. I am very patient and...
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Kelly L.


Rockville Centre, NY

$25-40/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hi! My name is Kelly. I can only work on weekends. I have 11 years of experience teaching children with special needs. This experience gave a broader perspective on teaching functional life skills and behavioral strategies while in the community setting. These are skills that I can apply within my work. I love and enjoy...
Kelly can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep

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