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Special needs caregivers in Locust Valley, NY

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Jaime K.


Locust Valley, NY

$19-30/hr2 yrs exp

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I have several years experience working with the Special Needs Community. My son is on the Spectrum as well. I have experience with Assisted Daily Living skills, going out into the Community, working as a Community Habilitation Worker. I have worked with non-verbal, ADHD, Speech delayed, PDD-NOS. I am patient, reliable,...
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Adriana O.


Mineola, NY

$20/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Adriana I am 22 years old studying pre-med. I am a very outgoing and caring person. I have four younger siblings that I would take care of on a daily basis. I also worked at a summer camp in the summer of 2018. Additionally I volunteered for a program that was once a week that allowed me to work one on one with...
Adriana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Adriana solely cared for our daughter from 3 months old to 11 months old. It is not easy to find the right fit when looking for a nanny for your new born! Luckily, Adriana saved the day and applied to our listing. We interviewed her before the baby was born and she...

Kristina F.

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Juana P.


Port Washington, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as flexible, and understanding. I like working with kids because they're fun, easy going and super cute, I started working with children when I was 21 years old with my own family and friends. I had my son at the age of 23, Now I'm 33 years old and my son is 10 ( best years of my life ). With the time...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Juana has been working with us for several months. She is extremely responsible in caring for both our 1 1/2 year old and 5 year. She is active, attentive, caring and patient. We cannot recommend her highly enough! "

Amanda Z.

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Debra C.


Huntington, NY

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregive

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a retired School Psychologist. During my 20 plus year career I specialized in working with children from birth to age five years with special needs. I have worked with children who have learning disabilities, speech delays, autism, cerebral palsy and who are mentally retarded. I have also dealt with many children who have...
Debra can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Debbie was professional and attentive with my children. She is a very well spoken, educated woman who clearly enjoys being around children and knows how to handle them with ease. "

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Crystal H.


Williston Park, NY

$25/hr13 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Crystal and I'm 30 years old. I have been working/caring for children for over years, & in the special needs field for years, with over 25+ child related certifications. I am back ground checked and fingerprinted as well. I am driven and devoted to helping families all around. Date nights, any time after 330 p.m. on...
Crystal can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Crystal is a great help! She also very understanding and knowledgeable of children with special needs. "

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Debbie C.


Glen Cove, NY

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a loving mother of 2. Author of children's books- looking for full time. ASAP I have over 20 years experience with preemies, newborns, twins, triplets, and 5 years working in schools for special needs children. I am successful with potty training. CPR certified and comfortable with pets. I have a genuine love...
Debbie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Debbie is more than a babysitter. She is like family. I had no family when I moved to New York so it was quite hard trusting a stranger with my young children. I felt Debbie's warmth as soon as I met her. My children bonded with her very quick and still are so...

Darlene G.

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Monica S.


Glen Cove, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Monica. I am interested for a job, where I would help the family with the house,senior companion care, organizing laundry, special needs, assistant each other with responsibility. I am punctual, flexible, responsible, I have 10 years experience and I have good references. If you want to know more about me, please...
Monica can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

5.0
"Monica cared for my 94 year old Dad both at home and in Rehab. She is very reliable, caring and most of all a hands-on take charge caretaker. My Dad loves her and would look forward to her visits everyday. Monica was always punctual, honest and trustworthy and...

Dana M.

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Asha J.


Glen Cove, NY

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

My mom was ill with cancer. I was with her & took care of her the entire time. I have worked with children & adults with special needs for over 12 years.
Hello! My name is Juana. I describe myself as compassionate, outgoing, flexible and understanding individual. I have one year of experience working with adults individuals with special needs and 13 years working with kids with special needs. I specialize in providing personalized care to help those I work with live more...
Juana can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
I like working with kids because of the bonds that I am able to form with them. I also love being able to learn from their unique perspective on the world and I ultimately find so much joy in spending time with them. I started working with individuals with special needs when I was 14 years old and have been ever since. I also...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sabrina A.


Westbury, NY

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have watched kids from newborns to 12 years old. I have very good experience with kids. I can prepare meals and I also very creative. I get along with kids very well. I am CPR certified. I am fingerprinted as well. I work with people who have special needs/developmental disabilities as well. I am very good with newborns and I...
Sabrina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kristina R.


Glen Head, NY

$21-23/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter/Child Care Available

26 y/o female looking to relocate to Jacksonville area and hoping to start work in January. 10 yrs experience working with children, 3 yrs experience working with special needs individuals. Look forward to hearing from you!
Kristina can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hello, I'm Juana I described my personality as compassionate, understanding and outgoing. I have 13+ years of experience working with kids with special needs providing excellent care and companionship to those who need it.
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Eve P.


Oyster Bay, NY

$20-26/hr2 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Sitter And Fun Creator!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello ! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has been involved with the special needs population since 6th grade. I am in my second year of my MSW (master of social work) program. My inspiration to get my MSW is to be the best advocate possible for individuals with special needs. I am incredibly outgoing and...
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Gilda B.


Huntington, NY

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi my name is Gilda! I have worked as a toddler teacher for two years and a half. I have experience with kids from the age of 8 months and older. I am responsible, reliable, active, bilingual and punctual. Aside from some of my qualities I am certified in CPR and First Aid. If you'd like I would be more then comfortable for us...
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Chantal G.


Hicksville, NY

$20-30/hr

Special Needs Helper

Love to take care of others, since I was a kid , im kind, understanding and patient, I believe all human been deserve to be treat as a "human being"
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Theresa C.


Plainview, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hello my name is Theresa. I have been a caregiver for children and senior adults for over 25 years. I work in the plainview school district as a special needs aid and also have my cna certificate and work periodically taking care if senior adults. I have an associate degree in business and also free lance as a licensed...
Theresa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Molly S.


Mamaroneck, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Elementary Special Education Teacher Looking For Part-Time Job

Hi! My name is Molly. I am 27 years old, and I am a Elementary Special Education Teacher. I graduated from Scarsdale High School in 2014 and received my bachelor's and master's degree in Childhood/Special Education from Manhattan College in 2018. I have been teaching for the past four years in the NYC Department of Education. I...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Janelle E.


Westbury, NY

$17-50/hr4 yrs exp

Get To Know Me

Hello! I've worked in direct support for individuals with special needs for about 4 years. I've traveled to many homes and helped out with everyday activities such as bathing, eating and administering medications. I enjoy being apart of someone's day and helping make their lives easier! I aspire to make a difference one day at a...
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Emily P.


Manhasset, NY

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Emily, a 20-year-old college student majoring in psychology and early childhood education. Growing up as the oldest of 5 kids and having a brother on the autism spectrum, I've developed a deep understanding and patience for caring for children, especially those with special needs. With years of experience babysitting...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Locust Valley, NY

Adriana O.

5.0

Adriana solely cared for our daughter from 3 months old to 11 months old. It is not easy to find the right fit when looking for a nanny for your new born! Luckily, Adriana saved the day and applied to our listing. We interviewed her before the baby was born and she reliably remained available until...

- Kristina F.

Juana P.

5.0

Juana has been working with us for several months. She is extremely responsible in caring for both our 1 1/2 year old and 5 year. She is active, attentive, caring and patient. We cannot recommend her highly enough!

- Amanda Z.

Debra C.

5.0

Debbie was professional and attentive with my children. She is a very well spoken, educated woman who clearly enjoys being around children and knows how to handle them with ease.

- Care member

Crystal H.

5.0

Crystal is kind and compassionate, she's a very helpful assistant with a lot of love and patience. Although we've only had our second class, my child really likes her and enjoys being with her.

- Lin C.

Debbie C.

5.0

Debbie was loving toward the children, great with them, spent the time doing activities with them, baking with them. She was also an excellent cook. The children loved her. We were very sorry to see her go. She is very trustworthy and always on time. I highly recommend her.

- Laura C.

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