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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Islip Terrace, NY
The average rate is $30/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Islip Terrace, NY
Jaime S.
Smithtown, NY
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver Until Summer Then I Can Go Full-Time Lifeguard Also
5.0
(1)
My qualifications:
-I've been a part-time babysitter since 2009 from ages 3-12.
-I did full time babysitting last summer, ages 4-12.
-I have experienced in babysitting special needs children.
-I have been a certified lifeguard since 2010, also I am certified in CPR for all ages, certified in AED and First Aid. I student teach...
Jaime can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jaime applied to our summer child care job and came to meet the family in person. She was absolutely lovely! She called the day of the interview to confirm, showed up on time and bonded with our kids very quickly (despite the fact that my 10 year old son was angry...
Shawna A.
Mayreni H.
Bay Shore, NY
$21-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Spanish Speaking Nursing Assistant Looking To Care For Your Loved One.
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands, companionship, dementia & 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. "
Care member
Amanda M.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$10-15/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...
5.0
"I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son."
Meryl B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 26-year-old certified Teacher Assistant with over seven years of experience. I graduated from Stony Brook University with a Bachelor's in Biology and plan to attend graduate school for Education. I have experience caring for children of all ages, both with and without special needs, and am trained in Nonviolent Crisis...
Annmarie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I first became acquainted with Annemarie through care.com, and she is one of the loveliest people I know. She has been working with my children for several years now, is incredibly kind, patient, loving and reliable. Our family all love her. On a couple of...
Sophia T.
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
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.
5.0
(1)
I'm an experienced caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and adults and able to assist with ADLs and some occupational therapy as well. I enjoy helping to make peoples lives less stressful and more enjoyable. I am first aid and CPR certified I've been in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have extensive...
Jessica R.
Holbrook, NY
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter With 15 Years Of Experience. Certified Teacher With Experience Working With Special Needs Population.
I am a substitute teacher and neighborhood babysitter with 15 years of experience working with children of all ages including special needs. I love arts and crafts projects and reading books. I have references available upon request. I also love pets.
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
My name is Vanessa. I have experience with preemies, newborns and children up through middle school. My recent background is in Pediatric Nursing for about 7 years and over 10 years childcare experience in homes and daycares. Previous special needs experience as well.
Vanessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Alyssa B.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I like working with kids because I am going to school for education and it is very rewarding when I can help children. I like watching kids because it is a great experience, and I have a really big family with everyone being younger than me, so I've always been the babysitter for my family.
I started working with kids when I...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Analia C.
North Babylon, NY
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as Patient, understanding, and trustworthy
In my spare time, I like to read, and go to the gym
I also have experience with kids that have special needs
Analia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Melissa C.
Centereach, NY
$20-42/hr • 10 yrs exp
Senior Care / Companion/ Help With ADL's, I Am A Retired Nurse
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
CPR certified, Health Care background, Car, Loves helping others , 20 plus years experience to seniors, specializing in Alzheimer's/ dementia care , Pediatric and Neonatal baby nursing. Special needs , and I've nannied and worked with children for 37 years. Professionally for 27 years
Melissa can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
Gina T.
Central Islip, NY
$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello my name is Gina
I have much experience in elderly care. I worked for an agency, but they no longer needed me for that patient so I'm looking for something on my own. I also worked for eight years with special needs children. I'm looking for something part-time local retired from my other job available , I would like to...
Gina can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Maureen B.
Oakdale, NY
$14-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi I'm Maureen. I'm new to Florida oringinally from NY. I work for SCPS but am looking to make extra money. I enjoy working w the elderly as much as I enjoy working w kids !! I'm a people person. I have 15 yrs experience working in group homes for adults w special needs. I'm mature and responsible. My interests are my daughters...
Maureen can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have worked with children throughout my life, particularly with special needs. I graduated with an Early Childhood Education at Suffolk County Community College. I have worked at a special needs preschool for 2 years. I am reliable, patient, and caring.
Jaclyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Saima N.
Holbrook, NY
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have provided special needs and senior care for a few years now. I have a lot of experience and would love to share with you.
Saima can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, respite care & more
Danalynn P.
West Islip, NY
$19-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! :) I'm Dana and I am so excited to meet your kid(s)!!! I am 20 years old and have been babysitting since I was 18. I am very energetic, active, and responsible. I will be able to connect to your children no matter their personalities, whether they are extremely shy, extremely outgoing, or anything in between :) I have been...
Danalynn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Michelle S.
Kings Park, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Arianna Rose C.
Kings Park, NY
$16-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Fun Sitter , Creative Love Arts And Crafts , Smile Creator!
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have experience working with special needs children and children on the spectrum.. Im very reliable and responsible. I love working with kids , I plan to do this to make a little more money on the side to help with college. im very...
Arianna Rose can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I have experience working with hoyer, sereta dementia Alzheimer's Parkinson's special needs etc. Up on requests
Ketsia can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
Hello, I am new here and excited to be on Care.
My name is Karen and I know my calling from God is working and caring for children. My job is to make the parents life a little less stressful .
Last summer I worked for a family in Dix Hills caring for their three active sons. I also made them breakfast and did light...
Karen can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Islip Terrace, NY
Jaime S.
5.0
Jaime applied to our summer child care job and came to meet the family in person. She was absolutely lovely! She called the day of the interview to confirm, showed up on time and bonded with our kids very quickly (despite the fact that my 10 year old son was angry about something when she showed...
- Shawna A.
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
Amanda M.
5.0
I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son.
- Meryl B.
Annmarie C.
5.0
I first became acquainted with Annemarie through care.com, and she is one of the loveliest people I know. She has been working with my children for several years now, is incredibly kind, patient, loving and reliable. Our family all love her. On a couple of emergency occasions, Annemarie was there...
- Sophia T.
Laura E.
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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