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I am a recent college graduate and certified special education teacher. I just completed a full year of student teaching. I have worked with children with autism, cerebral palsy, learning disabled, and emotionally disturbed children, etc.
I have been in the medical field for over 20 years. I am affiliated with Brookhaven hospital and also a Stonybrook University. I have worked on Department Of, Cardiology, Nephrology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology, and pulmonology working alongside Professor's and Attending's .
Andrea D.
Lake Grove, NY
$34/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an enthusiastic 32-year-old nanny with over 16 years of experience working with children of all ages from infants to the bigger ones :-) . I worked at the Cross Island YMCA as a swim instructor for toddlers, ran the YMCA special needs camp, and worked as an ABA therapist over the years. I am CPR and First Aid certified....
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
I'm 44yr old widow no children I have worked as a nurses aide for some years and recently in the last 17 years I have worked with adults with special needs and adults with schizophrenia/bipolar disorders, Good companion.
Chynel can also help with: Personal care, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"I like how sweet she was and well spoken.very experienced with my needs as well.she was very caring to me "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I have two grown children of my own and can appreciate the importance of your endeavor. I have worked at a middle school for 10+ years helping children with special needs. I can assist with homework after school activities and play dates The school does background check so that should provide some extra peace of mind...
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Karen is great! She cared for our 3 kids after school. She was always on time and helped manage unpacking, homework, and helping to straighten up. We also trusted her to drive them safely to and from activities."
Carrie Y.
Elise H.
Nesconset, NY
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 20Yrs of exp. W/ & W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's & Special needs. I can assist with all Home Care needs and Light Housekeeping. I love to cook and have always brought my clients food to taste if they are allowed. I have a Clean Drivers license as well as a clean...
Elise can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elise is truly special. She is a well mannered, kind and passionate person. I was very impressed with the care she gave my mom who has Alzheimer’s Disease. Elise has a great personality and a very strong work ethic. She easily adapted to my mom’s needs and worked...
Care member
Kristina C.
Blue Point, NY
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience in childcare. I worked at a special needs preschool for four years as well as done individual child care since I can remember. I am a very compassionate person, as well as patient. I am that type of person who isn't afraid of getting dirty, loves arts and crafts and is very imaginative. I have...
Kristina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We've hired Kristina for occasional weekend sitting for our 2yr old son. She is great with him, taking care of all his needs and engaging him when he plays. Would definitely hire Kristina again!"
Christine P.
Alyssa C.
East Setauket, NY
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Alyssa. I am 26 years old. I have been working with kids since I was 15. I have worked with every age group. I was a preschool teacher, substitute teacher. I have my bachelors degree. I also, have experience with disabled kids and special needs kids. I have been a nanny for a year. I also, taught dance and...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alyssa has been babysitting my children for 5 years now and I have seen her become a preschool teacher and grow with the children. It is wonderful she is absolutely wonderful with the children. I would recommend her to babysit."
Michelle G.
Amanda M.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$17/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.
Lauren M.
Centereach, NY
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a nanny and have 7 years of experience, I am CPR and first aid certified. Currently working with special needs adults and I work as a nanny to a lovely couple on the weekends. I love working with kids it brings me such joy and I am looking for a full time position, hopefully long term. I love children they are so joyful and...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very sweet with my daughter, always on time. Kept a consistent work quality."
Care member
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...
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi... I'm Allie and I have over 10 years of quality childcare experience! I currently work part time as a preschool teaching assistant for children with special needs, and before that I was a full time nanny for 4 years in NYC. I hold a bachelor's degree in child psychology! In addition, I am the mother of one soon to be...
Allie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"We love being able to work with Allie and her child whenever they are available! We've hired her 3-4 times at this point and hope to continue working with her regularly. Her communication with us is great, and her care for our infant child is outstanding. When we...
Tasha V.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am David. I've worked with autistic kids and young adults at DDI for 2 years in the past. I've also worked with pediatric cancer patients for over 15 years and served as camp director for pediatric cancer patients and siblings. I am a NYS EMT, volunteer firefighter, retired police officer but chef by trade. I have...
5.0
"David is caring, helpful and funny. He treats the patient with respect and understanding. He is the first caretaker we hired and I believe we got very lucky and hope future caretakers are as great as he is."
Elena C.
Jaime S.
Smithtown, NY
$17-20/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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have my Associates degree in Early Childhood Education. My work expirience includes working in homecare as well as in a special education preschool. I also have a backround in behavior therapy. I have worked in the special needs community for 10 years. I have experience working with a variety of children with special needs,...
5.0
"Jaclyn is an awesome, capable young lady. She is a very reliable and caring person. She was a pleasure to have as a caretaker for my son who has Special needs. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a dependable caregiver."
Philomena R.
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, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, 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 1 family in your neighborhood
Ive had about a year or 2 of caring for seniors and also children with special needs. I love helping people and I enjoy being part of ones life in need. I'm responsible and a compassionate person.
Jennifer can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be interested in hiring her. "
Emil R.
Mackenzie M.
Islip, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there I am Mackenzie! I have 10 years of experience with babysitting- from newborns to teenagers along with children with special needs. I can help with any Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation that is needed. I am the oldest of 5 children along with being a full time substitute teacher. I am currently pursuing my Master's...
Mackenzie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I would highly recommend Mackenzie. She is kind, extremely caring. Very responsible and always punctual. I would absolutely trust her with my own children without question. Extremely sweet, and fun!!!"
Tracey G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Sharon, I'm originally from Mexico, but I've been living in the USA for five years, I'm bilingual English-Spanish. I have over 11 years of experience with kids, including special needs, CPR, Epinephrine, and First Aide Certificated.
Currently I'm a T. A in an Autistic school. SCIP trained. I babysat a variety of families in...
Sharon can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I absolutely loved having Sharon babysit my 2 year old and 4 year old, and will definitely be using her again. She is so great with them, even got them to go to bed which is not an easy task for anyone! My 4 year old asks for her to come back. I highly reccomend...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Jocelynne. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old and have always naturally gravitated toward being someone who loves to babysit and care for children, definitely an innate trait for being the oldest sibling. My most up to date babysitting experience is that I am currently babysitting for a family &...
Jocelynne can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"She babysat for my new born and still does here and there for date nights and little breaks I need. Very punctual, careful, understanding and sweet. I would recommend."
Veronica B.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lake Grove, NY
Chynel W.
5.0
I like how sweet she was and well spoken.very experienced with my needs as well.she was very caring to me
- Care member
Karen D.
5.0
Karen is great! She cared for our 3 kids after school. She was always on time and helped manage unpacking, homework, and helping to straighten up. We also trusted her to drive them safely to and from activities.
- Carrie Y.
Elise H.
5.0
Elise was very caring and compassionate at all times towards my elderly mother. She always arrived on time, and stayed late if necessary. Elise became like a member of the family while working for us. I would highly recommend her- she will become a great addition to your household.
- Care member
Kristina C.
5.0
We've hired Kristina for occasional weekend sitting for our 2yr old son. She is great with him, taking care of all his needs and engaging him when he plays. Would definitely hire Kristina again!
- Christine P.
Alyssa C.
5.0
Alyssa has been babysitting my children for 5 years now and I have seen her become a preschool teacher and grow with the children. It is wonderful she is absolutely wonderful with the children. I would recommend her to babysit.
- Michelle G.
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