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I have experience in childcare and home health care, working with diverse groups of children, including those with special needs. I'm currently a graduate student studying psychology and looking for a part-time role with a wonderful family. I genuinely love working with kids and am happy to support families in any way I can....
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, I'm Angie! I started animal and babysitting when I was 12 (I became Red Cross certified at age 11). I've spent time as a gig babysitter, a recurring babysitter, and as a live-in nanny.
I've worked with kids as young as 8 weeks through 21 years old. I've cared for typical and special needs kids (with both physical and...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a teacher at Success Academy Ozone Park and have been with the network for 5 years working with scholars from 2nd grade- 6th grade. I have been working work children since the age of 13, where I volunteered as a daycare assistant at a home daycare. From there, I worked as a private nanny, date- night sitter, partial live-in...
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Shabnam A.
Ozone Park, NY
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Experience with kids: 18YEARS experience with kids of variable ages. Prior experience with kids with special needs
CPR CERTIFIED: YES
FIRST AID CERTIFIED : YES
DRIVER LICENSE : YES
CAR: YES
SCHOOL: SOME COLLEGE
SMOKE OR DRINK: NO
Shabnam can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Shabnam does a great job with my son. He enjoys playing with her and spending time with her. She is always on time and is reliable. I would hire her again "
Care member
3.7
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with kids of all abilities and disabilities for 10 years. I was employed as a caregiver for children with severe special needs for 4 years. Now, I am hoping to continue working with children of all levels!
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Grace has wonderful, positive energy. She is fun and easy to get along with. She works well with children of all ages and abilities. She is reliable and responsible!"
Amy B.
Samantha A.
Ridgewood, NY
$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I hope all is well. I am a very creative, patient, graduate from the New School with 5 years of childcare experience, ranging from new borns to teenagers. For the last 2 years I've specialized in infant care. I also have experience with special needs kids. In addition I am CPR and first-aid certified. I also have a...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We interviewed Samantha for a nanny position and really liked her. We ultimately went with someone else but would have been very happy to hire Samantha. She was kind, qualified, and smart."
Julia F.
Alyssa M.
New York, NY
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Experienced with children ages 1-14. I grew up with a lot of younger siblings and cousins. I moved to Nyc in January for my job in marketing, from Iowa. I miss being around kids and don't have family in the city with kids. After work and weekends are best, trying to fill up my free time especially with winter coming. I have...
5.0
"Alyssa is a kind compassionate fun loving responsible young woman"
linda C.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I'm excited to get to know you and your family! I'm a retired first responder looking to fill my schedule purposefully. I know just how busy life can get so if I can help a family by lending my time to care for their children as well as they would, I'd love the opportunity.
I hope you all find amazing caretakers for your little...
Anita can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anita is wonderful, and I would highly recommend working with her! Anita came over in advance of a date night and took the time to get to know our 1 year old, building trust and comfort level with him. He is often quite shy with new people, and Anita immediately...
Julia M.
4.0
(1)
Hi! I have been babysitting for the past 17 years. I am local to Tribeca (10013) and a native New Yorker.
I love children and am great with all ages. I have a specialty in special needs as I have two nephews that are autistic. I am looking forward to meeting you! Feel free to ask me any specific questions.
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
4.0
"We were unable to use Erin because our kids weren't feeling well when we booked her. However, she was very easy to contact and wonderful with her follow up. I would definitely try to get in touch with her again."
Michelle V.
Sam T.
Astoria, NY
$15-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Sam, a 27-year-old teacher with my masters in special education and teaching for the visually impaired. Before becoming a teacher, I was a full-time nanny, and I worked I families of up to three children between the ages of 11 months-12 years. I have 13 years of childcare experience working as an Arts & Crafts director...
Sam can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Sam has been a lifesaver. Like many new parents during the pandemic, we have been nervous about hiring a nanny. But Sam has been so easy to work with. She always arrive on time, if not slightly before her scheduled start time. She lets our son lead in play time....
Regina M.
Leslie C.
South Richmond Hill, NY
$35/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I've been caring for children for seven years. I have experience with caring for multiple children at once. In a classroom setting as well as home setting. I love watching the children grow and reach their milestones. I also have experience with children who have special needs if that s what you seek in a caregiver .
5.0
"Leslie was so sweet and patient with my child. Hired due to her experience in Special Ed preschool and can't say enough good things about her! Trustworthy and responsible and appreciated the wonderful two years she worked for us."
Brittany L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi There! My name is Morgan, and I am a Williamsburg-based male nanny. I am an actor, and love to spend time outdoors with my dogs. I have over 6 years of childcare experience with children of various ages (over 4 years old). I have worked with children with special needs, as well as children who are LGBTQ or have families in...
Morgan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Morgan is a phenomenal caregiver - fun, organized, responsible, creative and flexible. He gets children and is chill about the ups and downs of moods and is able to help things run smoothly. He is our regular sitter and we couldn't be happier."
Care member
Katelyn D.
Maspeth, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Current Graduate Student, Obtaining My Master's Degree In OT. Compassionate & Dedicated Caretaker.
5.0
(1)
I have been working with children of all ages since I was 13 years old. From babysitting part-time, to full time nanny of three children, I have grown to adore the duties of caring for children. I currently work for the Department of Education as a paraprofessional for special needs children. I am passionate in this career and...
Katelyn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Katelyn has provided care for my son on many occasions. She is kind, patient, engaging and very attentive to my son. She plays with my son and makes an effort to do fun activities with him. He looks forward to Katelyn visiting and is always happy when I return...
Amelia A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi please call me Bel! I have child care experiences from taking care of cousins, nephews/nieces, friends children. Also by working in family home and school settings with infants, early childhood daycare, elementary, junior high schools and high school as a full time paraprofessional for the NYCDOE and support at the Caedmon...
Beltha can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"We hired Beltha(we call her Ms. Bel) a year ago.
We enthusiastically recommend her, as a babysitter. She started with us in the middle of the pandemic. She became our greatest asset in helping with our daughters hybrid learning, Monday thru Friday. Once our...
Enjulee I.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very compassionate, caring, reliable and trustworthy person. The uniqueness about myself is I have friends of ALL AGES and very easy to get along with!! I realized for myself after caring for individuals and families, it takes a certain kind of personality and patience to do this work. I first got into this field by...
Danielle can also help with: Companionship, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We have worked and are still working with Danielle going on 2+ years. She has become part of our family. She is able to handle shopping, errand running, appointments, and daily care for my parents, home and pets! She is skilled in assisted movements, and offers...
Kristen D.
Al-nisa E.
Brooklyn, NY
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings! My name is Alnisa E. I am a native New Yorker, hailing from Jamaica, Queens, and well traveled as I have lived briefly in West Africa and also on the US west coast. I currently reside in Brooklyn, NY. As the eldest of four younger siblings, I developed a love for engaging and guiding young children. I have 5 years of...
Al-nisa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Al-nissa is amazing. She is really good with my son and he loves her. She interacts with him takes him to the park and does homework with him. He really looks forward to seeing her which speaks volumes to me. Id recommend her to anyone"
Mollyrae B.
3.3
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Saily I'm currently attending Lehman College and majoring in nursing. Throughout high school I took a two year course to achieve my Childhood Development Association certification and am in the process of finishing it. I am bilingual, I speak, read, and write fluently in Spanish as well as in English. I have been...
Saily can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Saily is really great with kids, wonderful personality and creative!"
Carly D.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I am an art educator and caregiver, with over 10 years of experience working with children. I currently nanny a 2-year-old toddler and a 3-year-old. I am looking for date night babysitting or art tutoring.
I have taught numerous art programs for kids, including a year teaching art at a private middle school and running a...
Rosemary can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rosemary was a great help for some last minute care we needed for our 8 month old son. She was responsive, attentive, and easy to coordinate with. Thank you Rosemary!"
Sky G.
Rachel S.
New York, NY
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Warm, Loving & Dependable Babysitter/Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Rachel, I am a born & raised Buffalonian with a heart as big as my loud Italian family! I come from a long line of caregivers so childcare has always felt like a part of my blood rather than an acquired skill. I began babysitting at age 13 and have since worked in many different childcare settings, providing me a...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"When my sitter cancelled I needed help fast, and Rachel saved the day. She showed up quickly and was a pro taking care of 5-week-old son; he was so happy in her care. We would love for Rachel to help our family again!"
Lauren H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Amanda!
**Currently looking for SUMMER 2024**
A little about myself, I am a 3rd grade Special Ed teacher in Midtown. I have my Masters in Exceptional Student Education and have a certificate in Pre-K Disabilities. I have 13 years of nannying experience for children of all ages, but have the most experience with...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have two little girls with special needs and I knew I couldn't choose just anyone. Amanda was our nanny for over a year . She has a very warm, bubbly and sweet personality . Which was exactly what my daughters needed. She was very loving and caring with both of...
Jess E.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Kew Gardens, NY
Shabnam A.
5.0
She is such a good nanny. She really loves the kids she cares for, as well as takes good care of them. I really recommend her, and I hope you also enjoy her amazing work.
- Care member
Grace A.
5.0
Very warm and friendly, like we already knew her!
- Jennifer S.
Samantha A.
5.0
We interviewed Samantha for a nanny position and really liked her. We ultimately went with someone else but would have been very happy to hire Samantha. She was kind, qualified, and smart.
- Julia F.
Alyssa M.
5.0
Alyssa is a kind compassionate fun loving responsible young woman
- linda C.
Anita D.
5.0
Anita was our first attempt at a date night sitter for our 1yr old. And, it could not have been a better experience. Starting from our first phone call, Anita was warm, responsive, obviously very experienced, and put this very anxious mama at ease. Upon arrival, Anita immediately connected with our...
- Dana L.
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