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5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have recent experience providing child care for children and special needs kids. I enjoyed playing games, arts & crafts, providing meals and transportation to various activities. I am dog friendly and able to tidy up and help with homework. In the past I have volunteered at church working in both the nursery and teaching...
Wendy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with my family. Anyone would be lucky to have her."
Andrea I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Anweshi. I have pretty much raised my younger cousin, then was a babysitter for our family friend's children. I have 2 years of baby-sitting experience as I have tutored kids with special needs and babysat young kids and teenagers. I have worked with mostly kids aged 4+ to teenagers of age 15-16. I work well...
Anweshi can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Anweshi is a very reliable and fantastic tutor. I highly recommend her!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dedicated and loyal Companion/Caregiver. I know first hand the importance of maintaining peace of mind knowing that someone caring and compassionate is taking care of a loved one. Over 20 years personal and professional experience. Caring for my own family members, including dementia, hospice, and end of life care. Over 20 years...
Kelly can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Cared for my great aunt for several years. Took care of errands, laundry, and meals. Watched TV with her as well as played cards and assisted with her walking periodically as she was wheelchair bound (which I have to say lit up my aunts eyes like you wouldn't...
Adam S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I have two grown children of my own and can appreciate the importance of your endeavor. I have worked at a middle school for 10+ years helping children with special needs. I can assist with homework after school activities and play dates The school does background check so that should provide some extra peace of mind...
Karen can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Karen is a lovely woman. Never did we have to worry about someone not tending to our children. She was great with homework and keeping the kids occupied. My kids like to be outside playing and she was always up for anything. I never had to worry about texting and...
Kerri O.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a retired elementary school teacher. I am CPR/AED certified. I taught a Pre-K readiness program and designed a Pre-K music and arts curriculum. I have experience with special needs children. I am also a CNA and Geriatric Specialist. I am experienced in private and institutional settings. I offer child care, and companion /...
Felicia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
" I absolutely love Felicia! She has been such a big help to our family. My daughter always looks forward to seeing Felicia every week. We trust her very much. We would highly recommend her! "
Liz B.
Amanda M.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$17/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...
5.0
"I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son."
Meryl B.
Kristina C.
Blue Point, NY
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience in childcare. I worked at a special needs preschool for four years as well as done individual child care since I can remember. I am a very compassionate person, as well as patient. I am that type of person who isn't afraid of getting dirty, loves arts and crafts and is very imaginative. I have...
Kristina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We've hired Kristina for occasional weekend sitting for our 2yr old son. She is great with him, taking care of all his needs and engaging him when he plays. Would definitely hire Kristina again!"
Christine P.
Elise H.
Nesconset, NY
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 20Yrs of exp. W/ & W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's & Special needs. I can assist with all Home Care needs and Light Housekeeping. I love to cook and have always brought my clients food to taste if they are allowed. I have a Clean Drivers license as well as a clean...
Elise can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elise was recommended to me by a friend when she was between clients. She came in and became part of my family. She is warm, caring, professional, prompt! Reliable!! And she went above and beyond to help in anyway she could. She cared for my elderly mom and at...
Care member
Maureen B.
Oakdale, NY
$17-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi I'm Maureen. I'm new to Florida oringinally from NY. I work for SCPS but am looking to make extra money. I enjoy working w the elderly as much as I enjoy working w kids !! I'm a people person. I have 15 yrs experience working in group homes for adults w special needs. I'm mature and responsible. My interests are my daughters...
Maureen can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have worked with children throughout my life, particularly with special needs. I graduated with an Early Childhood Education at Suffolk County Community College. I have worked at a special needs preschool for 2 years. I am reliable, patient, and caring.
Jaclyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring , dependable and patient.
I started working with kids when I was 13. I babysat for my neighbor whose an RN for her 2 children under 2. The rest is history !!
In my spare time, I like to swim, walk, read and travel.
My skills include Experienced w Special Needs , medically fragile and...
Maureen can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Giavanna C.
Centereach, NY
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi moms & dads! I am a full time teaching assistant whose half way done with my bachelors degree in early childhood education. I am a full time college student and I work in a school for special needs kids. I am free all summer! I have experience with children of all ages! I am looking for a consistent child or children to watch...
Christine K.
Shirley, NY
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello,
My name is Christine and thank you for looking at my profile. I am currently looking for a part time babysitting or nanny job. I have my Bachelor's degree in Child Study as well as a Master's Degree in Early Childhood. I also have experience working with children who are autistic and have special needs. I have a very...
Christine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
My name is Jessica and I am about to start my third year as an education major. I have 4 years of babysitting experience, including experiences with special needs (Down Syndrome and Autism), toddlers, and elementary school children. I love children and am very eager to help out families in any way I can!
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alexis(most people call me Lex tho) and I'm 40 years old. I have always loved working with children, and have over 25 years of experience. I have worked with ages newborn to teenager. I also have 15+years experience working with children, and adults who have developmental disabilities. Currently I'm working as a...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Madison L.
Patchogue, NY
$24-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love kids and performing fun activities. Crafts and playing outside to cuddling down at night time with movies and snacks is why I love my job. I'm an auntie and a big sister. I have experience with special needs as well as medical emergency's.
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
Rita S.
Mount Sinai, NY
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am an honest, dependable, energetic mom of two, as well as an aunt to many nieces and nephews. I have experience with children of all ages as well as special needs children. I have experience as a Caregiver, 1:1 aide, and also certified teaching assistant. I am available to care for your child/children . I have a very clean...
Rita can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Stephanie N.
Farmingville, NY
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Special Needs Teaching Assistant Looking For After School Work.
Hi my name is Stephanie and I am a special needs teaching assistant. I have been working for Western Suffolk BOCES for the last 10 years and I love it. I have worked with infants all the way up to the age of 16. I love that I can make a difference in the lives of the children that I work with.
Hi, my name is Crystal. I have been working in the special needs field for over 10 years. Please message me if you would like to set up an interview. Thank you!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping, errands, and cooking/preparing meals as well as after school activities. I have worked as a childcare aide in my district as well as a program director for a middle school program. I'm ok with pets and I don't smoke. I'm not one to put the child in front of a tv...
Shayna can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Medford, NY
Wendy M.
5.0
Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with my family. Anyone would be lucky to have her.
- Andrea I.
Anweshi D.
5.0
Anweshi is a very reliable and fantastic tutor. I highly recommend her!
- Care member
Kelly M.
5.0
Cared for my great aunt for several years. Took care of errands, laundry, and meals. Watched TV with her as well as played cards and assisted with her walking periodically as she was wheelchair bound (which I have to say lit up my aunts eyes like you wouldn't believe). My aunt saw her as a friend...
- Adam S.
Karen D.
5.0
Karen is great! She cared for our 3 kids after school. She was always on time and helped manage unpacking, homework, and helping to straighten up. We also trusted her to drive them safely to and from activities.
- Carrie Y.
Felicia C.
5.0
I absolutely love Felicia! She has been such a big help to our family. My daughter always looks forward to seeing Felicia every week. We trust her very much. We would highly recommend her!
- Liz B.
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