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Sarah L.


Fresh Meadows, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello! My name's Sarah , I'm 20 years old and currently in my 3rd year of undergraduate studies at St. John's University and going to be pursuing law school soon. I've been babysitting for about 5 years now, I work well with special needs children and have a 6-year-old autistic brother I take care of. I'm very passionate,...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Sarah to take care of our children for a week while our regular sitter was out of town. We have a 5 year old and a 2 year old. Sarah came to our house for 4 days and was punctual every day. My kids absolutely LOVE her! We were so comfortable that we let...

Mike W.

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Iris D.


New Rochelle, NY

$17-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver Available

4.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 20 years EXPERIENCE and TRAINING working with Special Needs Children, and I have raised two Special Needs children of my own. I am patient and skilled in Medication Administration, CPR, Crisis Intervention, and handling other Emergencies ... And I love my work!
4.0
"Iris is a very professional, warm and hardworking person. She is patient, punctual and dependable."

Esba P.

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Amanda B.


Bronx, NY

$17-21/hr4 yrs exp

My name is Amanda. I have cared for the ages of 0-90 yrs old. I am very energetic and diligent. I have cared for patients with diagnosis such as, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's, diabetes, scoliosis, etc. I am comfortable with bathing, feeding, meal prep, light housekeeping, and medications.
5.0
"Amanda is extremely kind, smart, caring and friendly. She is a great help and hard worker. She has a warm personality, and everyone loves being around her."

Emma R.

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Alexandra O.


Rockville Centre, NY

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Summer Babysitter Available

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.

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Rukminie P.


Queens Village, NY

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part- Time/fulltime

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

why am I passionate about caring for your joy in life, because it brings me joy to see their little eye lite up. I understand that kids just need attention, and I am very good at paying attention to them at all time.
5.0
"Anyone would be very lucky to have Rukminie look after their child or children. I'm a special education teacher, and mom of 3 young girls. I've been providing early intervention services for one of the children Rukminie has been caring for, for about 7 months....

Laura R.

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Tiasha R.


Bronx, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Need Provider

Hello Everyone, Currently working remotely as an Assistant Director of a Care Coordination Organization servicing adults, children, and their families with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) to assist with identifying their interests, strengths, needs and goals. Penn State Alumni majored Psychological and Social...
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Maria H.


Bronx, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Companion, Caring For The Elderly And/Or Special Needs Children.

Hi, my name is Maria. I have experience with the elderly, Dementia, and Alzheimer's patients, caring for the sick and disabled as well. I help with bathing, meal prep, companion, laundry, errands, medication management, housekeeping, etc. I've worked with families long term, on care, and outside recommendations. References...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Toni O.


Valley Stream, NY

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I have many years of experience babysitting, watching, and aiding special needs and non special needs children. I am flexible and willing to help! Most important thing to me is safety and fun :)
Toni can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Deborah E.


New Rochelle, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Companion For Your Elder Loved One

Hi my name is Deborah. I am originally from Pelham Manor but have been living in New Rochelle for the past 30 years. I have a lot of experience with special needs people and adults with Dementia/Alzheimer's. I am honest, reliable, a team player, college educated, bilingual English/Spanish, have a clean N. Y. S. Driver's license,...
Deborah can also help with: Transportation, meal prep
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Caroline M.


Rockville Centre, NY

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

Caroline

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Caroline and I am 19 years old, currently attending Villanova University. I have many areas of experience with kids including Tops Soccer (a nonprofit organization that teaches special needs children to play soccer), my own soccer training program with girls ranging from 9-12 years old, lifeguarding, and...
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Stephanie A.


Rockville Centre, NY

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Educator

My name is Stephanie and I have been a child care provider for more than 10 years. My background is in Psychology and Education. I earned a doctoral degree and also have a certification in Behavior Analysis. While my primary experience has been related to Autism and special needs, I have a variety of working with a variety of...
Skills:

First Aid

Hi I'm Joanna! I am 27 years old, I live in floral park with my husband and small dog. I am a LPN with a medical background and am CPR certified. I have worked with special needs children and typical children in a school setting as a teachers assistant and a home setting as a private tutor for 6 years. I love to teach children...
Joanna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Lysa G.


Bayside, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time/Part Time Sitter Available With 8 Years Of Experience

I have been a nurse for 7 years. I have experience with special needs children as well as senior care and hospice care. I have been a tutor for 3 years. I am 33 years old. I have been a nanny for 12 years. I have my CPR certifications as well. Working with children for 13 years has made me a very caring and patient person. I...
Lysa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Kaitlyn F.


Flushing, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! I'm Katie, a creative & caring 28-year-old with a bachelor's degree in childhood education (birth - 6th grade, Gen Ed & Special Needs) & I have 10+ years of experience working with children of all ages :)
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Hello, my name is Larizha and I am 30 years old, My passion for nurturing young minds and my positive experiences in babysitting roles inspired me to become a caregiver. I have 9 years of experience providing reliable childcare for families. My patient, creative, and friendly nature allows me to connect with children and create...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Lauren B.


New Rochelle, NY

$28-49/hr10 yrs exp

Caretaker For Children And Older Adults

I am a caring, friendly, and energetic person by nature. I am very close with my two nieces (ages 5 and 8) and am the first person who my friends and family call when they need help. Professionally, I have over year experience with special needs /autism. I am currently a nanny to two autistic boy age 3 and 7 both non verbal. I...
Lauren can also help with: Live-in home care
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Elizabeth P.


Forest Hills, NY

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Tutor/Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am Eliza, I'm currently a full time student who works as a part time babysitter and tutor. I have multiple years of experience working with up to three children per household. I love working with kids, and I also have experience with special needs kids ranging from children with ADHD to children with developmental...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
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Allison M.


Valley Stream, NY

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Teacher

Hello! I hold Teaching Certificates in Early Childhood (B-2), Childhood (1-6), and Special Education (1-6). I have been a Teacher for the past 11 years and a Tutor for the past 13 years. I am: caring, detail-oriented, enthusiastic, experienced, fun, professional, prompt, and reliable. I eagerly look forward to speaking with you...
I am very experienced and trustworthy person, I like to take care my patients like treat my parents as a nurse a have a lot experience or since a become a nurse back at home (Colombia) in 1997 and doing private duty about 12 years so I always put all my knowledge on each of my patients, I'm offering help with Joyner lift Total...
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Kristen F.


Garden City, NY

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Caring And Fun Sitter!

I have many years of experience with children including summer camps, babysitting, tutoring, and working with children with special needs. I love creating a fun and caring environment for kids!
Kristen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Manhasset, NY

Sarah L.

5.0

We hired Sarah to take care of our children for a week while our regular sitter was out of town. We have a 5 year old and a 2 year old. Sarah came to our house for 4 days and was punctual every day. My kids absolutely LOVE her! We were so comfortable that we let her take the kids to the playground...

- Mike W.

Iris D.

4.0

Iris is a very professional, warm and hardworking person. She is patient, punctual and dependable.

- Esba P.

Amanda B.

5.0

Amanda is extremely kind, smart, caring and friendly. She is a great help and hard worker. She has a warm personality, and everyone loves being around her.

- Emma R.

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.

Rukminie P.

5.0

Anyone would be very lucky to have Rukminie look after their child or children. I'm a special education teacher, and mom of 3 young girls. I've been providing early intervention services for one of the children Rukminie has been caring for, for about 7 months. She's also been caring for the boy's...

- Laura R.

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