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Renata D.


Patchogue, NY

$25/hr12 yrs exp

Crafty Sitter Who Encourages Imagination

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You can always find me at a family party hanging out with the kids. I have 10+ years of experience with children as young as 3 months and as old as 16 years. I have cared for children with special needs and children who need extra attention. My favorite things to do are creating crafts, telling really great stories, and playing...
Renata can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

First Aid

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Jessica S.


Bayport, NY

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

My name is Jessica and I am about to start my third year as an education major. I have 4 years of babysitting experience, including experiences with special needs (Down Syndrome and Autism), toddlers, and elementary school children. I love children and am very eager to help out families in any way I can!
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
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Jilana C.


Nesconset, NY

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

I am currently a college student. I have been babysitting since I was around 15 years old and I have experience with babysitting a wide range of ages as well as babysitting special needs children. I am extremely friendly, loving, responsible, and patient.
Jilana can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hi all!! My name is Jordan and I'm 20 years old currently studying at Binghamton University, pursuing a degree in psychology. I am interested in pursuing a career in school psychology, or working with individuals and children with disabilities. I am very patient, compassionate, outgoing, reliable, hard-working, and very eager to...
Jordan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Rita S.


Mount Sinai, NY

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am an honest, dependable, energetic mom of two, as well as an aunt to many nieces and nephews. I have experience with children of all ages as well as special needs children. I have experience as a Caregiver, 1:1 aide, and also certified teaching assistant. I am available to care for your child/children in my home or yours. I...
Rita can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kaitlin S.


Centereach, NY

$20-22/hr2 yrs exp

Special Education Teachers Assistant!

Hi! My name is Kaitlin and I'm a special education teacher's assistant! I'm currently attending college to get my special education teaching degree. I've worked with many different children and teens on the spectrum for many years. I have over 5 years of nannying and babysitting experience as well. Please feel free to ask me any...
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Kelly S.


Commack, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

A total of 20 years experience in the special education field. Experience with Autism, PDD, and Developmental Delays. Hands on experience addressing fine motor, visual motor, and sensory processing difficulties. In my earlier years worked in a SNF as a CNA and then 2 years as LPN. Worked as caretaker/companion aide last 4...
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Karen J.


Commack, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Karen Cares And Is Experienced With Working With Young Children And Also Special Needs Children.

I worked for watching my pastors special needs son for about 18 years before I had my own children. I just didn t watch their special needs son but I watched the rest of their three children also. I also work in a school with special needs and behavioral children. I know it s not easy for the parents at times and Inteyy best to...
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Angela V.


Holbrook, NY

$17-30/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider And IDD Care Manager

I have 1 year of experience working with the IDD population. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support. I have a Master's degree in Psychology, and I worked my way through college and graduate school as a professional Nanny. My current full time job is providing Care Management services to people of all ages who are...
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Athena K.


Islip Terrace, NY

$30-40/hr6 yrs exp

Professional caretaker of children

Hello, my name is Athena. (Smile) I am 46 years old. I am a professional, dedicated, educated and experienced caretaker of children of all ages. I am a single mom as well for many years. (Heart) I have a BA in Psychology with a focus on childhood development, independent studies on children with illness, a Pre-Med minor, as well...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

I am a mother of a teenage daughter and have nephews as well, so I am no stranger to taking care of children. I also grew up in my teens, taking care of my entire neighborhood. I worked as an after school care worker for Patchogue Medford, as well as a special needs camp with the Town of Brookhaven at one point. I'm an overnight...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Maria K.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

I have experience with special needs children and cared for a autistic boy for several years. On a fill in basis, I also care for a special needs adults. My past experience includes working and caring for a disabled patient for 4 Years and was paid by Workers Compensation Unit with the NY Transit Authority.
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Kathleen E.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$20/hr

Special Needs With No Training Required

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Helping friends/family with special needs family members has made me realize that often additional time is needed that cannot be provided by working families. I can help you with this. I don't have any specific training but if you need help/respite without medical skills I'm the one for you!
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Michael A.


Middle Island, NY

$16-25/hr1 yrs exp

Available Weekdays And Or Weekends For When Parents Have To Go To Work Or Go Out.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced child care with 2 young boys, 1 with special needs. I have a full time job managing a business. I attend school daily. I am currently in college looking forward to get my degree in social work.
Michael can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
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Nicole G.


Selden, NY

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Companionship And Quality Care

Hi! My name is Nicole. I have a degree in social work and I worked in the field for 11 years. Compassion, empathy and positivity is what I will bring to you and your loved ones every time I come to work. I feel it is most important to provide care that makes the individual feel empowered, heard and respected. If you feel I might...
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Fathima D.


Selden, NY

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

I have more than 5 years of experience working with children I can help with some homework also have experience working with special need children. I am a special education teacher assistant.
Fathima can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Nicole F.


Middle Island, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

I have over 10 years experience. I've worked with mentally disabled children and adults at AHRC. I worked as a Teacher's aide and I have been a Certified Nurse assistant for 13 years.
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Iris R.


Brentwood, NY

$18-25/hr

Special Needs

I am Iris, I am 35 years old, I am a very dedicated and honest Mexican, I love helping those who need it, I have a lot of experience with children, especially autistic children, I am very helpful and attentive. I only speak very little English is everything.
I currently work with individuals who have disabilities of different sorts , some higher functioning than others but so far there hasn't been anything that I couldn't handle
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Melissa C.


Centereach, NY

$20-42/hr10 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

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