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Samantha P.


Katonah, NY

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Energetic, Loving Full-Time Nanny

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Hi! I'm Sami and I am looking for a full-time Summer position! **In the process of being First Aid Certified. I am a former Preschool Teacher with 12+ years of childcare experience. In addition to helping raise my two younger brothers, I have worked with multiple families throughout the years and have provided exceptional...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Dionna T.


Katonah, NY

$27-35/hr7 yrs exp

working towards my masters to pursue my life goal in the special education field. For about 7 years now, I have been at a school for children with special needs as an assistant, teachers sub, and working as a member on the behavioral support team to help children through their feelings. In addition to this, I have also been...
Dionna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Cecilia P.


Katonah, NY

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

Responsible And Engaging Babysitter

I have been babysitting on and off since I was in early high school. I have experience babysitting children from the age of 4 to the age of 15. I have also been a camp counselor, responsible for supervising kids aged 4-6. Additionally, I used to work as a lifeguard at my local country club and am comfortable monitoring children...
Cecilia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Liana F.


Katonah, NY

$25/hr4 yrs exp

School Counselor Seeking Part-time Position

Hello! My name is Liana. I am a school counselor, working at the middle school and high school level. I work with grades 6th-9th and focus on academic, social and emotional goals. I also have a background as a teacher's assistant for children with special needs. I am seeking a position for the summer only. I have a very...
Liana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Meghan M.


Katonah, NY

$23-28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Who Fully Engaged. Efficient At Following Routines.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of caregiver experience with child with and without special needs. As well as adults with special needs. I have a vehicle with a clean driving record. I have a 2-year-old who is my world. She has an amazing routine. I am able to prepare healthy meals. I can also do laundry and keep a tidy house. I have...
Meghan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Stephanie L.


Mahopac, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Stephanie-

5.0

(1)

I graduated from New York University last year and I am currently working as an Elementary School Social Worker. I have 10 years of child care experience; infants, toddlers, grade school, twins, and children with special needs. I have extensive experience working with early intervention ages and grade school ages on social...
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Stephanie is responsible, caring, hard working and reliable. She is a safe driver. Overall, I highly recommend Stephanie as a babysitter."

Leslie H.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a brother with autism and bipolar disorder. I'm his care taker. I have also worked with kids with special needs focusing on independent living, personal hygiene, motor skills, speaking and more!
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Gina M.


Pound Ridge, NY

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Mom Of 2

I'm a 43-year-old stay at home mom, and have two beautiful boys, one son is 16 and my younger is 12 and autistic. I've been raising children for 20 years and I love them all as if they were my own. Raising my son with special needs has been very enlightening and I take pride in his success. I feel comfortable caring for children...
Gina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"I’m a single mom and was looking for a reliable and experienced caregiver to take care of my 5mo. daughter five days a week. Gina fed her, rocked her to sleep, read stories and took her for strolls at a nearby park. She kept my baby so happy. Beyond that, she...

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Marianne L.


Mahopac, NY

$20-22/hr6 yrs exp

Open To Work

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My babysitting skills and experience, along with my positive attitude and friendly nature, position me to excel in this role. I have experience with special needs such as administering meals and/or medication via feeding tubes such as NG tubes or G-tubes. I would love the opportunity to meet your family and discuss my...
Marianne can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Marianne will make a great nanny for any family. We plan on reaching out to her for days here and there. Our needs changed and that was the reason we didn't hire Marianne outright. She was wonderful with our kids."

Arda O.

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Lori M.


Cross River, NY

$29-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver - Empty Nester Who Adores Children. Prefer Part Time/long Term

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently work for a family with a 3-year-old boy and a 5-year-old girl. When I began the baby boy was1month old, the girl was 2 years old. I joyfully care for their daily needs and nurture and teach them. We read stories, go on nature walks, create art, play, learn and do local field trips. They will both be in school full...
Lori can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lori has been a wonderful care provider with our children and we couldn't be happier having her in our lives. She is professional, positive, trustworthy, and genuinely loving with our kids. She takes great care in helping them with schoolwork and does an excellent...

Chris M.

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Nan V.


Ridgefield, CT

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated Behavior Therapist With 30 Years Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced and compassionate behavior therapist with over 30 years of experience helping children with special needs. My expertise includes Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), verbal behavior, and Relationship Development Intervention (RDI). I have worked extensively with autistic children and those with other...
5.0
"Nan has been the best teacher our son A. has ever had. He's got moderate autism and she strikes just the right balance between great curriculum and a firm hand to keep him focused. She has great educational insights and tailored a lesson plan to fit his needs and...

Chris W.

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Allison L.


Cross River, NY

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

Summer Babysitter

Hi! My name is Allie and I am 19 years old. I have 4 years of experience with babysitting and have been with Care. com for 2 years. I'm available until August 15th and would love to help out with your family this summer. I haven't committed to any other jobs yet so I am very available. I have the most experience with 2yo-10yo...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My kids loved her, she was very nice to them!"

Abaz N.

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Vanessa S.


South Salem, NY

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

I am All Perfectly, And Wonderfully Made

Hi, my name is Vanessa. And I am 44 years old and I'm currently looking for some work in my neighborhood. Something to keep busy in the mornings, Kids are special to me, especially having a grandson with special needs. Love and patience is my number one priority for a child's development.
Vanessa can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
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Samantha B.


Mahopac, NY

$16-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for many types of children of all different ages. I have experience with children with special needs as well. I love outdoors activities and staying active. Capable of cooking and keeping children busy and happy. Able to create educational games that children will love and look forward too. Homework help and...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Robin G.


Ridgefield, CT

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

My human service involvements have spanned from first thoughts of how to be in my life, beginning with work inside an agency which provided counseling, information, and referral services. I have continued directly serving clients who require aide, personal care assistance, and counsel for adjustment, disability, medical/wellness...
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Rebecca K.


Mahopac, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/CHHA

I have been a caregiver for 29+ years. I'm 47 years old. I am CPR and First Aid certified as well as being a good swimmer. My driving record is clear. I do not smoke or drink. I have many years of experience and would like a live-in position with a good family who needs long-term care. I feel that this is in the best interest of...
My mom is an Occupational Therapist and I have assisted her at times with children who had Cerebral Palsy.
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Carla M.


North Salem, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello Everyone!! My name is Carla and I am 29 years old looking for a full/part time nanny job! I have been a camp counsler and baby sitter for about 12 years now! I love working with kids! My goal is to make everything fun and magical for kids. Arts is definitely my speciality when creating activities, exploring outside,...
Carla can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Liana H.


Purdys, NY

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Somers Babysitter

I am a full time social worker available for evening and weekend babysitting. I have 10+ years of babysitting experience as well as special needs experience.
Liana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Christina W.


Goldens Bridge, NY

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Care Seeker For Those With Special Needs

I have had experience with those with special needs. Contact me for hours available.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Katonah, NY

Stephanie L.

5.0

Stephanie is responsible, caring, hard working and reliable. She is a safe driver. Overall, I highly recommend Stephanie as a babysitter.

- Leslie H.

Gina M.

5.0

I’m a single mom and was looking for a reliable and experienced caregiver to take care of my 5mo. daughter five days a week. Gina fed her, rocked her to sleep, read stories and took her for strolls at a nearby park. She kept my baby so happy. Beyond that, she helped me further by running errands...

- Care member

Marianne L.

5.0

She did a great job ! I highly recommend her

- Ramona P.

Lori M.

5.0

Lori has been a wonderful care provider with our children and we couldn't be happier having her in our lives. She is professional, positive, trustworthy, and genuinely loving with our kids. She takes great care in helping them with schoolwork and does an excellent job at keeping them focused and on...

- Chris M.

Nan V.

5.0

Nan has been the best teacher our son A. has ever had. He's got moderate autism and she strikes just the right balance between great curriculum and a firm hand to keep him focused. She has great educational insights and tailored a lesson plan to fit his needs and abilities. We're really happy we...

- Chris W.

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