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I have worked for the DOE with special needs children for 14 years and after school ABA therapy for 14 years
I am ABA certified a behavioral therapist and RBT certified
I would like families know that I am a very responsible and loving person. I have a lot of patience.
I took care of my elderly parents for years.
Also, my son is special needs. I am a very loving and caring mom to him.
If you are looking for someone, I am the person for you.
Michele M.
Lynbrook, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Michele. I'm a mother of 4 great kids. Ages 26 23 19 17We have been all very safe & all healthy! I used to run a day care of my home for 12 years. Life changed had to go back to work full time. I've been a teachers assistant in a preschool for special needs kids. Then I moved on to become a nanny for the last 8...
Michele can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Nyaira S.
Lynbrook, NY
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello Parents! My name is Nyaira, and I'm a 24-year-old student studying communication media/film! I am looking for a job while I continues my studies at school.
I have experience working with children from 3 months old to middle school age, including special needs children. I've worked with multiple families through care. com,...
Nyaira can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jenny C.
Lynbrook, NY
$25-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care. Testament/Special Needs
Nutrition Parent Support Activities
Jenny can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Mirlande J.
Lynbrook, NY
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
My experience includes: in Ambulatory, bed bound, special needs, dementia, Hospices and stroke patients. What ever the type of patient I have, my goal remain the same; which is providing the unconditional care.
Mirlande can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Nicole I.
Lynbrook, NY
$20-50/hr
I have a Master's Degree from John Jay College in Forensic Psychology. After graduating I realized I wanted to work with children. I am currently enrolled in the ABA certificate program at Queens College and should have my BCBA by this time next year. I am completing an internship where I am observing classes and conducting...
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enjoy working and helping the elderly. I worked with all different kinds of patients with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Mentally Disable, M. S, Diabetes, Cancer, Stroke, and special needs. I did medication reminders, preparing meals, bathing, dressing, feeding, cooking, laundry, doctors appointments, outdoor activities, and...
Shareeda can also help with: Dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
CNA
5.0
"Shareeda is a caring professional and who will go over and beyond the call of duty. Finding a trustworthy and reliable individual is tough in today's world. Anyone looking for such an individual, Shareeda is your person. You will be happy with your choice.
:...
Donny M.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My care-giving experience is extensive, which has exposed me to a wide range of cultures and backgrounds. I have worked with families who had children with ASD, CP, ADHD, etc. so I understand the responsibilities that are expected of me as a special needs caregiver. One thing that I have learned from care-giving is that each...
Natalia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Natalia worked for us for about a year and was truly a godsend. She is extremely patient, loving, caring, fun, energetic, and creative. She assisted with my sons therapy and he hit so many developmental milestones thanks to her hard work and consistent effort. She...
Ashley R.
Jaely M.
Valley Stream, NY
$22-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello My name is Jaely, I am a 20-year-old native New Yorker. I come from a big family and that has given me the opportunity to be able to to relate to children of all age ranges . I am experienced with special needs children as well. I am willing to do light housekeeping and grocery shop. I'm very hard working and when given a...
Jaely can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My husband and I where very pleased with Jaely. She was great with our kids. Our kids where comfortable with her which is a plus. Will be using her again for the future."
Monique C.
Daisy I.
Woodhaven, NY
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have worked in a special needs daycare for four years. I worked with children with autism, Down Syndrome, ADHD, etc. I have always loved working with special needs students since I was in elementary school. I would always volunteer to help out and that is when I knew I loved working with them. I have a lot of patience and I am...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 grown children and one grandchild so I am quite experienced with the care and safety of children and babies Also having been a licensed nurse for many years is a help when there are special needs involved I am very safety conscious and love to care for children and have the patience and a calm temperament as well
Marjorie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Patricia O.
Merrick, NY
$21-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
27 Years Experience Working With Special Needs Children And General Education Also
5.0
(1)
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 (general Ed.) my present job will be ending august 30th. So I am available starting September 3rd in the afternoons. I have references if...
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alexandra and I am a Speech Language Pathologist in an educationally based setting. While growing up, I've had many jobs, which required caring for children. These jobs included being a counselor at both sleep away and day camp and babysitting for multiple families with children of all ages. Throughout my graduate...
5.0
"I have used Alexandra for childcare for my special needs son who is almost 4 years old. She is punctual, reliable, and great with kids. I highly recommend her and trust her with my nonverbal son, which I think there's a lot!"
Melissa G.
Ishawrah J.
Cambria Heights, NY
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello there! Am a loving and energetic baby sitter. Am honest, jovial and punctual. I started babysitting 9 years ago. Worked with newborns, infants, toddlers and teenagers. The last family I worked for I did 5 years with them however they moved back to their home land. I have an 8yrs old daughter and I live in Queens. I have...
Ishawrah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Ishawrah has a very good rapport with my daughter and my daughter loved her and still misses her!"
Adel G.
Sheima A.
Springfield Gardens, NY
$45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been in special needs field for over 15 years. I work closely with diverse group of people: ADD/ ADHD, Autism, Asperger's syndrome, learning disabilities, speech impairment, and non-complaint behavior. My experience have taught me the value of patience and encouragement. My skill allow me to meet the needs of every...
Virginia V.
Far Rockaway, NY
$17-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I love children have been taking care of children since 2004 ever since it's been a blessing taking care of children I also love pets and take care of pets along with disabled children and special need children adult also work with twins and triplets I love to read with the children play watch movies and interact I like taking...
Virginia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Virginia came to my rescue when I desperately needed a babysitter to go to work immediately and highly punctual! If in need I recommend! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have had experience caring for someone with a disability since I can remember. My oldest sister has cerebral palsy and I have been one of her main caregivers for many years. I have experience working in a school for children with special needs. I worked at South Shore Educational collaborative as a paraprofessional for four...
5.0
"Sarah was phenomenal with my daughter who has Autism. She was patient, kind and my daughter absolutely loved being with her! We consider ourselves so lucky and fortunate to have her work and care for my daughter"
Nancy S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a skilled Nursing Assistant, with more than 25 years of experience.
Over the years I performed different duties in the Healthcare Industry, including taking care of clients with Alzheimers / Dementia and special needs.
I also have experience with administering and managing medications.
I am an outstanding multitasker and...
Marcelle can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Very professional. Skilled. She had a warm demeanor that puts my elder at ease."
Ed F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents. My name is Candida. I am from a Spanish speaking country and I am US citizen and I speak English fluently. I am a loving, dedicated and experienced nanny with more than 15 years experience working with young children. My main goal is to provide a healthy, safety, learning environment in which your children feel...
Candida can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We highly recommend Candida, as she truly loves our children as her own and you can see how much she cares about their well-being. She listens to any directions given and has been great about helping to stay later than the time we've agreed upon to help us out. She...
Maria L.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lynbrook, NY
Shareeda R.
5.0
Shreeda is caring,hardworking and great at any thing she does,I have known her a very long time !
She is very dependable and trustworthy! Whatever position she is hired for she will do her very best,
- Gloria R.
Natalia R.
5.0
Natalia worked for us for about a year and was truly a godsend. She is extremely patient, loving, caring, fun, energetic, and creative. She assisted with my sons therapy and he hit so many developmental milestones thanks to her hard work and consistent effort. She really became part of our family...
- Ashley R.
Jaely M.
5.0
My husband and I where very pleased with Jaely. She was great with our kids. Our kids where comfortable with her which is a plus. Will be using her again for the future.
- Monique C.
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.
Alexandra O.
5.0
I have used Alexandra for childcare for my special needs son who is almost 4 years old. She is punctual, reliable, and great with kids. I highly recommend her and trust her with my nonverbal son, which I think there's a lot!
- Melissa G.
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