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Special needs caregivers in Manhasset, NY

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Emily P.


Manhasset, NY

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

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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...
I am a an enthusiastic, friendly, dependable worker with a variety of talents and interests including reading, writing, baking, arts and crafts, ballroom dancing, horse back riding and fencing. I am certified by New York State Department of Education as a Teaching Assistant and have 8 years experience working with infants,...
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Samantha C.


Manhasset, NY

$17-50/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi! My name is Samantha and I am currently going into my junior year at Penn State University! I am enrolled in the School Of Education, majoring in Special Education, with a minor in Rehabilitation and Human Services. In 2019, I worked at a Day Camp as a one on one counselor with varying children whom live with a variety of...
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Emily P.


Manhasset, NY

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Emily, a 20-year-old college student majoring in psychology and early childhood education. 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 since the age...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I enjoy assisting my older neighbors on my block by running errands when needed. I am truly amazed by what I have learned by just listening to what they wish to discuss. I am also pretty handy with tools and can help or complete tasks required around a house. Currently, I provide services for: General Senior Care Services,...
Zulma can also help with: Errands, home modification, light cleaning, personal care, transportation, visiting physician & more
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Debra A.


New Rochelle, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Companion/Care Giver

5.0

(4)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Compassionate patience, caring woman looking for a companion/senior care giver job. Compassionate Companionship, assistance with bathing/dressing, meal prep, meds prompting, light housekeeping, errands, transportation. Help staying physically and mentally active and safe. Focus on quality of life. Non smoker, own...
Debra can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Debra took excellent care of my husband."

Kim K.

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Cheryl W.


Bronx, NY

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

If you're looking for someone to actually love your children here I am. I am a high experienced nanny. For five years of experience. My family is relocating because of COVID. I've been with them long term and now I'm looking for a new family to love. I was a newborn specialist and then I became a nanny. I do light housekeeping,...
Cheryl can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Cheryl is an amazing nanny who started working with us when our son was 2.5 months old. Within a few days, she was able to identify our baby's cues regarding hunger and tiredness and addressed his needs accordingly. My son had been resisting taking a bottle around...

Richi G.

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Deborah E.


New Rochelle, NY

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi parents. I have been a professional local nanny for years. I have excellent references upon request. I have experience with newborns on up. I also have experience with special needs children. I am 57 years old and a single mother of two young adults. I am honest, reliable, punctual, loving, hard working, college educated,...
Deborah can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Our care needs changed, but Deborah has been amazing to work with! Extremely responsive, professional, and accommodating. She clearly has great knowledge and experience, and we felt super comfortable with her from our conversations. Definitely recommend Deborah!"

Arielle L.

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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: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

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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Jasmily G.


New Rochelle, NY

$20/hr12 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 12 of experience and I love working with kids. I have worked with all age children from 5-month-old babies to 13-year-olds. I also have experience with special needs children, hyperactive children and twins. I have taken children to school, picked them up from school, taken them to after school activities and lessons, fed...
Jasmily can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Nakite A.


New Rochelle, NY

$20-35/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I truly love working with young kids. I have a lot of experience working with infants and toddlers, including special needs learners. I approach each child as an individual who I get to help grow and teach. I enjoy finding creative ways to educate young kids. I am a fun sitter. I am also available to assist with the monitoring...
Nakite can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Nakite cared for my 4 yo daughter and she was fantastic! She is warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. She gave us updates via text, which was a nice way to keep us updated on our Ava. Highly recommend!"

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Esther S.


Westbury, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny Available

As a dedicated childcare provider with three years of experience, I am passionate about caring for children and making a positive impact on their lives. My patient, calm, and friendly demeanor creates a nurturing environment where children feel safe and can thrive. With my skills and experience, I am well-equipped to provide a...
Esther can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Having Esther as our nanny was really great! Her professionalism, cordiality and dedication in caring for my daughter are truly commendable. She quickly formed a strong bond with our daughter. Esther is not just a caretaker; she is a friend/big sister who finds...

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Nyaira S.


Lynbrook, NY

$17/hr3 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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Nyaira was our nanny full-time for a little over year starting when my son was 2 years old and my daughter was 6 months. Both of my children are now in school but still ask for Nyaira to come babysit! She is punctual, reliable, and caring. She is kind when dealing...

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Damaris R.


Hempstead, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mom of 2, with experience of over 20 years. I have worked with infants in Daycare and school- age children in a classroom and privately. I have worked with special needs children in a classroom setting in addition to residential. My attitude is a positive one, I am flexible and dependable. I love singing and dancing and...
Damaris can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to recommend Damaris for a nanny/caretaker position. Damaris worked with our family for two and a half years, providing exceptional care for our two children, a 5-month-old baby boy and a 3-year-old girl, at the start of her...

Jennifer H.

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Toni-ann H.


Queens Village, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Trustworthy And Patient Childcare Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work as a Paraprofessional for the Department of Education supporting students with special needs to meet their IEP goals. I have experience working with families after school and during the summer, helping with school pickups, drop-offs to extracurricular activities, engaging in fun art projects, assisting with homework,...
Toni-ann can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Toni-ann has been a wonderful and reliable caregiver for our two daughters. She is communicative and flexible, helping out on a regular schedule and also as needed. She manages both girls and their squabbles very well, and they both really like being with her. We...

Katherine M.

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Candida A.


Elmont, NY

$30/hr15 yrs exp

Lovely Nanny Available

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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Mariana A.


Bronx, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Mariana - Experienced Care-provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 10+ yrs of experience. I've worked with multiple children, twins, elderly and special needs. I am a mother my self and understand the struggle parents have when it comes to finding someone trustworthy and reliable. I do tutoring, transportation, back up, overnights, vacation and on call childcare. I care for children in...
Mariana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Mariana for babysitting our daughter and she was fabulous!! She went above and beyond taking excellent care of our daughter, giving her medication, giving her snacks & dinner, doing nap time/bedtime routine, and cleaning up/organizing the toys they played...

Elizabeth M.

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Megan D.


Bronx, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Assistance

3.7

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In 1964 the American Musical Fantasy film Mary Poppins was released. This has left an everlasting expectation of the perfect nanny. If you've seen this Supercalifragilisticexpialidous film and thought a nanny could do justice for your family, then you've come to the perfect place! Mary Poppins has nothing on me! I have...
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Linda M.


Glen Cove, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Nanny

I have lots of experience with great abilities. I am very detailed, punctual, take directions well, a team player and fun to be with. I am very passionate in caring for others and helping out. My responsibilities to your child would be the overall care, monitor feedings, diapers, logs, soothing, sleep train, can be flexible,...
Linda can also help with: Travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"She’s a amazing individual with children. She helped me with my newborn as soon as I come home from the hospital and stayed with us for a year. She watched and cared for my child like it was one of her own. I will always be grateful for having her and her being in...

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Shalyce J.


Hempstead, NY

$28-40/hr8 yrs exp

Super Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

As a dedicated childcare provider with eight years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have been incredibly rewarding, and I'm excited to continue making a positive impact on young lives. I believe that patience and creativity are essential qualities for...
Shalyce can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Shalyce is absolutely amazing! I was so lucky to have ended up having her for our baby nurse. She is sweet, kind, patient, honest, and trustworthy. She was amazing with my baby. You truly can't ask for more. She was a lifesaver to me!! Thank you for a job well...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Manhasset, NY

Debra A.

5.0

Debra took the best care of my ailing mother until her passing this June. She is one of the most compassionate, level headed and skilled care givers I could have hoped for. Mom had dementia and went from being ambulatory to bedridden and Debi was with us thru it all. Mom enjoyed being with Debi...

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Cheryl W.

5.0

Cheryl is an amazing nanny who started working with us when our son was 2.5 months old. Within a few days, she was able to identify our baby's cues regarding hunger and tiredness and addressed his needs accordingly. My son had been resisting taking a bottle around the time that Cheryl joined us and...

- Richi G.

Deborah E.

5.0

Debbie is a fantastic caregiver for our little one. She started when he was just over 10 months old. From the very beginning she read to him, played with him, was able to help feed him (and more importantly, help get him to enjoy eating solids!), and help keep his mental and physical development on...

- Andrew B.

Monica S.

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 is a very kind, friendly caring...

- Dana M.

Nakite A.

5.0

Nakite cared for my 4 yo daughter and she was fantastic! She is warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. She gave us updates via text, which was a nice way to keep us updated on our Ava. Highly recommend!

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