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Jessica S.


Bayport, NY

$17/hr • 4 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: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more

Jilana C.


Nesconset, NY

$17-22/hr • 3 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

Kaeli R.


Commack, NY

$17-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Errands, and love pets. I have experience with special needs children and have been around kids my whole life.
Kaeli can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Kaitlin S.


Centereach, NY

$20-22/hr • 2 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...

Kelly S.


Commack, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 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...

Athena K.


Islip Terrace, NY

$30-40/hr • 8 yrs exp

Professional caretaker of children

Hello, my name is Athena. (Smile) I am 48 years old. I am a professional, dedicated, educated and experienced caretaker of children of all ages. I am a single mom to a beautiful young woman as well. Additionally, I also helped raise my lovely nieces & nephews. (Heart) With regard to my education, I have a BA in psychology with a...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Angela V.


Holbrook, NY

$17-30/hr • 1 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...
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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I have worked in an assisted living for 5 years and now I currently work with children with special needs. I love what I do and have the patience and compassion to work well with people of all ages and disabilities. If you are looking for a compassionate, caring, optimistic sitter I am here to help!
Victoria can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia & more

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!

Maria K.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$17/hr • 5 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.

Fathima D.


Selden, NY

$25-30/hr • 5 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
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Nicole G.


Selden, NY

$20-30/hr • 2 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...

Michael A.


Middle Island, NY

$17-25/hr • 1 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: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping

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.

Nicole F.


Middle Island, NY

$20/hr • 10 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.

Gabrielle P.


Bohemia, NY

$33/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hello! my name is Gabrielle and I am currently an 20-year-old trying to make a difference and help people. I am a people person, and love kids of all ages! I don't smoke, and I have my own car. I have experience babysitting for over four years. Two boys that I babysat are on the autism spectrum, had ADHD, mood disorders and...
Gabrielle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Karizma B.


Central Islip, NY

$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp

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

Emylicia A.


Islip Terrace, NY

$28-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

MED COUNSELOR

I worked as a counselor for a year and a half. I do all the medication refills I made certified. I can administer Humira injections. I am seizure protocol train as my counselor. My daily duties are to schedule appointments. Refill medication administration medication. Make sure every individual in the house our care for and...

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