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Amanda L.


Lindenhurst, NY

$18-50/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs

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Hi, my name is Amanda. I'm currently in school at Stony Brook University, specializing in working with individuals with disabilities. I am a New York State EMT and volunteer at my fire department. Additionally, I am CPR certified. I started working with individuals with special needs as soon as I turned 18, inspired by growing...
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Anna W.


Lindenhurst, NY

$17/hr

Aspiring Special Ed Teacher

Hello! I am an aspiring special education teacher. I am currently a student teacher for the University of Minnesota, Duluth. I will complete my bachelor's degree in December with a dual license in general education and special education. I love working with children of all ages!
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Fernande C.


Lindenhurst, NY

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nusing Assistant

My name is Fernande , I been doing this job since 2006 , I used to work for UCP with special needs people for over 5 years , than I became a CNA I'm working for Northwell health at Huntington hospital . I'm a loving caring person , I love what I do , I have a clean driving record , you can trust me with your love ones, I'm...
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ELIJAH P.


Lindenhurst, NY

$27-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Case Manager In The ID / DD Field

I have been a case manager for the ID/DD population for over 10 years. I genuinely enjoy helping others and assisting them with reaching their dreams. I am willing to be a companion for them and to help them improve their level of independence. I am open to going out in the community (bowling, parks, movie theaters, going out...
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Kadian A.


Lindenhurst, NY

$17-21/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hi my name is Kadian I live in New York. I am a Certified Nurse Aide / Home Health Aide with 8 years experience working in the hospital, nursing home and home base setting ... I have very good work / job references . I am 34-year-old hard working woman who is very honest, caring and Patient. I specialize in Showers, Light...
I do not have experience working with individuals with special needs, but I am currently studying speech pathology. I am very passionate about learning more about individuals with disability and how I can be a help to them. I would love the opportunity to grow and form a relationship with those with special needs.
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Kathleen C.


Lindenhurst, NY

$17/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Babysitter Available

I am extremely passionate about caring and working with children of all ages and for those who are special needs. I have been working with children with special needs for almost 10 years now, as well as working closely with family members with special needs. I am currently going to school for special education, this is what I...
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Margaret H.


Lindenhurst, NY

$27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/childcare Professional

I have over 30 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping. I have worked with elementary school students for 17 years. I also worked with special needs children. I worked at a daycare school. I'm currently a nanny for two boys in Bay Shore. I'm looking for extra work on weekends. I've raised my own two sons and...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Ashley R.


Lindenhurst, NY

$17/hr • 5 yrs exp

As a caretaker with five years of experience, I'm passionate about enriching the lives of children. My journey into caregiving began with nannying for 3 years for a family with a child who has special needs, where I discovered my knack for nurturing and educating young minds. My patient, creative, and friendly personality shines...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
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Karen C.


Lindenhurst, NY

$20-30/hr • 20 yrs exp

Caring, Fun, Interactive

Hi I'm an experienced nanny. With many years of experience, caring for children from birth to teenagers. I have worked in the public schools in my town for over 11 years helping children with special needs. I have taken care of multiple children at once I have also taken care of twins. I also have two grown children of my...
Karen can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Danielle M.


Lindenhurst, NY

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have 1 year of experience. I can help with crafts, errands, laundry, cooking/meal prep, light housekeeping. Currently employed at an Integrated special needs School as a teaching assistant.
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
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Amanda L.


Lindenhurst, NY

$17-24/hr • 7 yrs exp

Child Care

Hi, my name is Amanda. I'm currently in school at Stony Brook University, specializing in working with individuals with disabilities. I am a New York State EMT and volunteer at my fire department. Additionally, I am CPR certified. I started working with individuals with special needs at 18 and now have 7 years paid experience....
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Loving, Experienced, and Ready to Help Your Family! Caring for children isn't just what I do-it's what I love! With experience as a nanny, preschool teacher, and special education assistant, I know how to create a safe, fun, and structured environment where kids can learn, grow, and thrive. I'm CPR certified and trained in...
Aamaiyah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hello I am Victoria. I am 23 years old, I was recently a paraprofessional for grades 3-5. I also worked in a day care with infants-5 years old. I was an ABA aide as well as a Com hab worker with special needs. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Crafts, as well as homework and keeping kids entertained, I can do light house...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hi, I currently work in a school for children with special needs . I have been working there since July 2023 . However prior to that , I worked within a school district for seven years as a Paraprofessional / Teacher Assistant. I've worked with general education students as well as special needs children throughout my eight...

Teresa L.


Lindenhurst, NY

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

child care.

Hi, I am a Mom of three . My children are college aged and teenagers. I am currently a Paraprofessional working in a school for children with special needs. Prior to that, I was a teacher assistant/Aide in an elementary school for over seven years. I have a lot of experience working with general education students as well as...
Teresa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alexa F.


Massapequa, NY

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a college graduate and certified elementary school teacher currently working as a permanent sub. I have always loved working with children from working as a camp counselor to babysitting throughout high school and college. I also work at a summer program for children with special needs. As a babysitter, I have had the...
Alexa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We first met Alexa when she was working as a counselor for our older daughter at the local summer recreation program. We have since hired her as our babysitter and she has been working for us for the past 4 years. Alexa puts her heart into her job and both of my...

Carrie L.

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Patricia O.


Merrick, NY

$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

27 Years Experience Working With Special Needs Children And General Education Also

Hi, I've worked and presently still am a special needs teachers aide for s school district. I also have worked for a few families over the past 13 years with children ages 6 months thru 16 yrs. My hours in the school district are from eight till 12 noon. I am available after that time. I have many references if needed and thank...
Patricia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Patti was a wonderful caretaker for our 4 year old son. She's reliable, punctual and has a very calm disposition that any child would respond quickly to. She really loves kids and kids love her. Patti built a wonderful relationship with my whole family. We will...

Casey S.

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Umadai D.


Bay Shore, NY

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Umadai

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Umadai. Im 54. I am fully vaccinated against COVID19. I have 10+ years experience working with kids newborn-teen. I also have experience with special needs children and adults. I do not mind helping with small household chores. I look forward to hearing from you!
5.0
"Umadai has been taking care of my child for the last 7 years. He is special needs. She is very caring, Responsible, and attentive to all his needs. I would highly recommend her. She is phenomenal."

Omaira V.

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Nakeisha R.


Amityville, NY

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Available For Companionship, Housekeeping And Meal Prep

"I am modest, but hard working. Someone who thinks positive, who can execute on difficult task. I'm not a individual who needs to be micromanage, rather when given a task. I can figure out the best way's to solve the problem in an autonomous manner. I Have experience patient'swho required special needs, Alzheimer's, glaucoma and...
Nakeisha can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Nakeisha is a lovely woman. She is very kind and a hard worker. She takes care of my husband who has Parkinson's disease on weekends, and she is wonderful. She is very cooperative and responsible and offers help wherever she can. She keeps the house neat and...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lindenhurst, NY

Alexa F.

5.0

We first met Alexa when she was working as a counselor for our older daughter at the local summer recreation program. We have since hired her as our babysitter and she has been working for us for the past 4 years. Alexa puts her heart into her job and both of my daughters adore her (ages 10 and...

- Carrie L.

Patricia O.

5.0

Patti was a wonderful caretaker for our 4 year old son. She's reliable, punctual and has a very calm disposition that any child would respond quickly to. She really loves kids and kids love her. Patti built a wonderful relationship with my whole family. We will miss having her around. We strongly...

- Casey S.

Umadai D.

5.0

Umadai and I have worked together in the past; she's compassionate, hardworking, and a motherly person who takes her job seriously. She gets along very well with children and takes care of them like her own. She can be fun, upbeat, and knows how to cheer you up when you're feeling down! She's one of...

- Anuradha B.

Nakeisha R.

5.0

Nakeisha is a lovely woman. She is very kind and a hard worker. She takes care of my husband who has Parkinson's disease on weekends, and she is wonderful. She is very cooperative and responsible and offers help wherever she can. She keeps the house neat and clean. i highly recommend her.

- Care member

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