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I have been a Mental Health Associate at a Pediatric Mental Health Hospital in Westchester, NY. I also have experience with children with ADD and with Asthma. I am also experienced in giving injections.
Silvana M.
Mahopac, NY
$19-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello my name is silvana I have a lot of experience taking care of people with special needs . I took care of a woman for 8 years with Down syndrome. I also took care of my brother who had special needs.
5.0
(1)
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.
I've worked with individuals with a variety of needs for over 10 years and look forward to supporting your child reach his/her full potential!
It's my passion to make a positive impact on others lives! I have a very patient and soothing nature. I worked at a summer camp and have some experience working with special needs kids. I also have experience helping elderly. I hope I can get to know you and help make an impact on your life as well :)
Hi there! I am a licensed special education teacher with 5 years of experience. I currently teach 6th grade ELA in an ICT setting. I have a lot of experience working on life skills with adolescents. It sounds like we would be a perfect fit for what you are looking for for your son! Feel free to reach out if interested! Thanks
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a professional, mature, fun mom of 3 Kids. I have a Masters degree in counseling & have been a therapist for special needs & regular ed kids, I currently am a part time house manager as well as help with a special needs 5-year-old. I have been a substitute teacher, worked as a case manager with medical patients volunteered...
Carol can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Carol has been such a huge help with our daughter.
She has patience beyond belief, is sweet and very reliable.
I never had to worry if Carol would show up as scheduled.
My daughter thinks she is great, and that's what is so important.
I would highly recommend...
Marylou R.
Kianza R.
Stamford, CT
$30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Versatile Caregiver For Children And Adults With Special Needs
4.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kianza, and I currently work for a non-profit organization, providing care for adults with special needs in a home-based setting. I have a rich background in child care, having been a preschool teacher for seven years and working part-time at the Stamford Youth camp after-school program during that time.
I am in...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"We first met Kianza a few years ago, when our oldest transitioned into the pre-K daycare class where she worked. Since then, we've had her babysit for our three children, as needed, over the years. She is sweet, responsible and dependable. She's been a pleasure...
Christine O.
Susan D.
Congers, NY
$20-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
5.0
"Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am a certified babysitter for years. I love children of all ages and have experience watching them. I am available to help with school work. I can offer overnight care, and am good with animals so they are not a problem. I also have experience with some special needs kids. I do have a job but I do not work weekday mornings and...
Isabelle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Isabelle has become one of the family! She is easygoing and if available, ready for unplanned circumstances. She is fantastic with my boys (3 and 1.5 years old) and the 2 large dogs(Rottie and German Shepherd). We have been using her for over a year and totally...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have a teenage son with ASD and I have been working with children with special needs for the last six years. Having had a special needs child has transformed my life, and I am deeply committed to working with children and their families. Without the support, my son would not be where he is, so the second half of my life is...
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I have a bachelors degree in History and teaching. I've taught children in schools, have been a nanny to 3 children (so more than one child is totally fine), speak Portuguese fluently, as I have lived in Brazil and went to a Federal university there, and am a very warm and caring person. I have years of experience with...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Sibila J.
Stamford, CT
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hi! I'm a nanny with four years of experience with babies up to teenagers. I'm was an art teacher when I lived in Brazil and would give classes to kids of all ages including those with special needs. I speak English and Portuguese and some Spanish. I'm easy going, punctual and honest. I like to cook and prefer cooking healthy...
Sibila can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sibi is patient, reliable and just really great with kids! Anyone would be lucky to have her!"
Gina T.
Gabriella J.
New Fairfield, CT
$17-19/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Gabriella!
I have a lot of experience as a caretaker and nanny for young children. I love being in the helping role for other people. I consider myself a calm, kind and patient human being. I have a flexible schedule! If you have not found anyone yet please let me know.
Sincerely
Gabriella
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I work with special needs for 5yrs my experience with autistic spectrum kids and adults with good or bad behavior. also I have 8 yrs , experience home health care, skill are cook, cleaning, doctor appointment, shopping, laundry,
4.0
"Marie wanted more hours and money than I was able to do. She was honest about her needs, which is very refreshing."
Beth O.
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: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Allie, I am a Registered Nurse with my BSN from Boston College. I have been babysitting since I was a teenager (8+ years). I have experience working with children of all ages, newborn - 16 yo, in the daycare setting, and with children with special needs. I can help with travel and light housekeeping. I also love...
Alexandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Allie was an excellent caretaker at the University Club. She always provided the kids with fun, enriching activities that kept the kids engaged with each other rather than the TV. Her nursing background gives her a unique and impressive perspective on child safety...
Holly H.
5.0
(1)
I have been a counselor with special needs children and their families for 20 years. It takes a special person to work with special children and I am that person :)
5.0
(1)
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, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Santa was a loving and responsible caregiver. We were sad to lose her."
Amber B.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Katonah, NY
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.
Carol B.
5.0
Carol has been such a huge help with our daughter.
She has patience beyond belief, is sweet and very reliable.
I never had to worry if Carol would show up as scheduled.
My daughter thinks she is great, and that's what is so important.
I would highly recommend Carol for Childcare, especially with...
- Marylou R.
Kianza R.
4.0
We first met Kianza a few years ago, when our oldest transitioned into the pre-K daycare class where she worked. Since then, we've had her babysit for our three children, as needed, over the years. She is sweet, responsible and dependable. She's been a pleasure to work with and our children...
- Christine O.
Susan D.
5.0
Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother.
- Care member
Isabelle C.
5.0
Isabelle has become one of the family! She is easygoing and if available, ready for unplanned circumstances. She is fantastic with my boys (3 and 1.5 years old) and the 2 large dogs(Rottie and German Shepherd). We have been using her for over a year and totally trust her with our most precious,...
- Care member
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