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Theresa C.


Plainview, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

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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:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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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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Amy H.


Plainview, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

College Educated Special Needs Childcare Provider

Hi! My name is Amy. I have a BA from LIU in Early Childhood/Elementary Education. I taught nursery school for over 15 yrs, toddlers-Pre-K. Since 2007, I have been employed with the Hicksville SD, as a Certified Special Education Assistant weekday mornings since 2007-Present For the last 12 years, I have worked with children...
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Corinne V.


Hicksville, NY

$24/hr5 yrs exp

Looking Forward To Sharing Time With Your Family

I'm a CMA (certified medical assistant), Have been working in a healthcare/psychiatric clinic for special needs for 5 years (for adults and some pediatric). My daytime job does not offer enough hours during the week so I would like to supplement it on the weekends. I don't mind light cooking and a little bit of cleaning up. I...
Corinne can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Trevia M.


Larchmont, NY

$30-50/hr2 yrs exp

Home Care Worker

Hi, I have worked and did internships in hospitals, senior centers, and in home. Ive worked with elderly and special needs. I always try to give my best and treat everyone I work with well. Please contact me anytime
Trevia can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

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Arsenia R.


Glen Cove, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time After School Child Care And Caregiver

I have experience in child care and teacher assistant from working at a day care and special needs school in Sea Cliff, NY. I previously worked as a Care Aid at The Bristal Assisted Living in Jericho NY. Now I work part time as a Nurse Aid at Syosset Hospital. I love to work with children and the Elderly I'm very caring and...
Arsenia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Emma S.


Port Washington, NY

$17-22/hr7 yrs exp

Creative Cartaker

Hello, my prefered name is Ellis and my pronouns are he/him. I am very good with kids and animals. I am accepting of everyone. I have about eight years of experience babysitting children from the ages of 1-12 years old. I worked at a camp called camp horseability for two years. There I worked with kids with special needs. I love...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jenna G.


Huntington, NY

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have been working with students who have special needs for the past four years. I have assisted in a resource room in an elementary school, helped students develop appropriate social skills, and have worked with and supported a 5-year-old autistic boy at summer camp. I am currently pursuing a certification in early childhood...
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Dominique K.


Port Washington, NY

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher, Caretaker, Swim Instructor Seeking Positions

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am interested in opportunities to work with children. The social, educational, emotional milestones in childhood development are wonderful to partake in. My experiences with each stage of life, birth through teenagers, are rewarding and fulfilling. In addition to nannying/babysitting, I have experiences that strengthen my...
Dominique can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Laura G.


Plainview, NY

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hi I am a mom of 3 adults. I'm currently working in the Plainview school district as a teacher aide/job coach/school store. I have 10+ years experience with all age groups. I am looking for something after school which follows the school calendar. If you feel I would be a good fit. I would love to meet your family to see if we...
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Sarah M.


Jericho, NY

$18-23/hr4 yrs exp

I Would Love To Play With Your Kids!

I worked in the special needs summer camp Gersh Academy for 3 summers. I work at a daycare center now. I am in school for Special Ed.
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Erica H.


Williston Park, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I am a hardworking, organized, and kind person who loves kids and animals. My passion is helping people, which is what brought me into the education profession. I am a certified teacher in English/Language Arts, Social Studies, and Special Education with 15 years of experience. I especially love helping families develop routines...
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Hannah C.


Glen Cove, NY

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Hannah! I have about 6 years of experience working with kids and I'm passionate about improving and enriching the lives of children! I worked at a summer camp for four summers working with children 2nd grade and younger, I worked at an ABA clinic with two 6-year-old clients, and I've helped raise my nieces and nephews!...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Dani C.


Port Washington, NY

$41/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Sitter Available

I've been working with children since I was about 12 years old in several different environments. I have 20 years experience babysitting and about 8 years experience working in education. I have my bachelors in early childhood education and my masters degree in special education. I have a 3-year-old daughter with special needs...
Dani can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Morgen D.


Port Washington, NY

$17-22/hr4 yrs exp

Optimistic, Enthusiastic, Responsible Sitter

Hello!! My name is Morgen. I'm a 19-year-old college student taking the semester off and am looking for work opportunities while I'm home. I have over five years of babysitting experience and have spent two summers working as a camp counselor. I also have experience working with children with special needs. Additionally, I have...
Morgen can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
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Whitnne S.


Mamaroneck, NY

$25-32/hr10 yrs exp

child care

I have over 10 years of experience working with infants up to 12 years old. I have 4 years experience working with special needs children.
Whitnne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Deborah L.


Roslyn, NY

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

I have 20+ years experience working with individuals with disabilities. I'm happy to share more of and when we speak.
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Nicole D.


Oyster Bay, NY

$18-23/hr5 yrs exp

Currently a 4th grade teacher. I have 4 years of experience working with students with disabilities.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Danielle. I've been working with children for quite a few years now and it is my passion. I've traveled to Africa to volunteer teaching children as well as worked with multiple organizations involving child care and working with children with special needs. I have worked with children ages 2 months - 11 years old so I...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I'm a friendly and outgoing childcare provider with over three years of experience. I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option. I'm always respectful of the children in my care. I'm also very responsible and hardworking. I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages, and I'm experienced...
Skills:

CPR

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