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Last summer I was a senior counselor for kids with special needs. I lead different activities, swam with them in the pool, helped with behavioral deficits, and made sure they had a fun day each and every day.
Diama K.
Melville, NY
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable private duty caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Adept at meal preparation, assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong rapport with client. specializes in elderly and special needs patients. Dedicated to giving the best possible care. Patient ,...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love working with children. They love and respect me as I love and respect them as well. They call me Miss Ellen and we usually do a lot of fun things during the day. I also read to them, teach them how to read and write and make it fun so that they enjoy learning. I am certified in first aid and CPR. I also have a new, safe...
When I worked in the public schools I had a few classes that were special ed. I currently work with seniors with dementia.
Merita R.
Melville, NY
$17-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hello My name is Merita, I have experience not only with senior care but also child care/nanny for over 9 years. I absolutely love working with children. I also have experience in working with children who has
special needs. I do not mind cooking and doing minimal errands. I currently work as a nurse but I am currently looking...
3.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Available for full-time, part-time, date nights, weekends, and overnights - adaptable schedule to fit your needs. Experience: Over 15 years of experience working with children. The most children I watched at a time was eight. My experience includes working with ages ranging as young as newborns all the way up to the teen years,...
Meghan can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My children enjoyed hanging out with Meaghan. We will definitely use her again!"
Erika L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a kind hearted and fun loving nanny. I do not have any children of my own. I have been a babysitter/nanny since I was 14 years old. I have taken care of children ages 6 weeks to 14 years. I have also dealt with multiples and children with special needs. I don't mind pets, but I am allergic to cats. I enjoy keeping children...
Ryan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great, responsible and reasonable."
Michele S.
Nalijah W.
Amityville, NY
$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently employed as a Special Education Teacher's Assistant at a Charter School in Dekalb County. I have experience working with children from kindergarten to twelfth grade. Daily I help my students understand material that they find difficult. During the summer months I work as a director at camp for children with...
Jennifer C.
Deer Park, NY
$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am an experienced loving nursing assistant and radiology student who loves kids and people and wants to make everyone feel equally the same, I'm willing to help and eager the individual to be their best self each and everyday as well as helping with their everyday tasks
Lisha S.
Northport, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Professional, fun, nurturing, creative, patient and resourceful care taker with impeccable references and experience caring for infants, toddlers, multiples, kids, teens and special needs and LGBTQ populations. Bachelors degree. Please contact me for more information.
Lisha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My kids love Lisha! She makes every activity fun and engaging. She is so creative in her ideas and knows how to work with kids of all ages. Highly recommend!"
Liz B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Christine. I have over a decade of experience nannying and providing childcare to children from ages infancy to 14 years old. I worked as a C. N. A. for about four and a half years as well. I have cared for children and adults with disabilities, special needs, severe allergies, and dietary needs and restrictions, such as...
Christine can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Christine is a very pleasant person? She is personable with both children and adults. She is very dependable. Christine has been a caregiver for the children of people who attend bible studies in our home and church. When she is caring for the children we know that...
Holly C.
Alexa F.
Massapequa, NY
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a college graduate and certified elementary school teacher currently working as a permanent sub. I have always loved working with children from working as a camp counselor to babysitting throughout high school and college. I also work at a summer program for children with special needs. As a babysitter, I have had the...
Alexa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We first met Alexa when she was working as a counselor for our older daughter at the local summer recreation program. We have since hired her as our babysitter and she has been working for us for the past 4 years. Alexa puts her heart into her job and both of my...
Carrie L.
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.
Dawn P.
Bethpage, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hi, I'm a mom of 2 boys soon 15 & 18. Non smoker and have no problem with pets. I am a certified Teachers Assistant, employed at Central Boulevard Elementary School in Bethpage, NY. I work with main stream and 1-1 with special needs children. I have many years of child care experience, having two of my own and also worked on NYC...
Dawn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Dawn is the best caretaker I ever had. She cared for my daughter since she was 5years old and she took care of her as if she was her own child. She is very dependable, trustworthy and nurturing. Believe me trust is a big thing for me when it comes to my child. I...
Susan D.
5.0
(1)
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, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Esther has been a great addition to our family she has always been caring and kind with our children they love spending time with her it is great to have someone who is punctual and reliable who I can trust with my kids when I need a night out worry free knowing...
Kelyn P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am caring person, professional treat your family as if it was my very own. I work for assisted living for over 10 years. With supervisors to vouch for me also. I am really loving up beat full of life. Some people do this for money I do this because I care. I work as a volunteer just because a family needed help. As I m the...
Lasandra can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Mayreni H.
Bay Shore, NY
$21-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Spanish Speaking Nursing Assistant Looking To Care For Your Loved One.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working in the healthcare field since 2006. I take care of all my patients as if they were my own family members. I've worked in nursing homes/rehabilitation centers. I have experience with dementia, and kids with special needs. I'm currently working for south shore university hospital for the last 7 years.
I'd...
Mayreni can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"May has been an excellent addition to our household. She’s very knowledgeable and efficient. She always goes above and beyond. She’s very reliable and does whatever is needed to help. "
Care member
Christine C.
Deer Park, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I worked as a para educator in New York. I am trained in ABA, CPR, First Aide, and CPI. I have had children from 5 - 14 years of age, some very low functioning and some high. I have done community outings with these children. One child in particular was non verbal. I taught him to use the computer after many months he was typing...
5.0
"Christine is awesome. She is super dependable and was able to manage with ease. My twin babies love her. They become so happy the minute she walks in. She does not sit idle a minute, she is always trying to help out with house work etc when the babies sleep. I...
Ramya S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Umadai. Im 54. I am fully vaccinated against COVID19. I have 10+ years experience working with kids newborn-teen. I also have experience with special needs children and adults. I do not mind helping with small household chores. I look forward to hearing from you!
5.0
"Umadai and I have worked together in the past; she's compassionate, hardworking, and a motherly person who takes her job seriously. She gets along very well with children and takes care of them like her own. She can be fun, upbeat, and knows how to cheer you up...
Anuradha B.
5.0
(4)
"I am modest, but hard working. Someone who thinks positive, who can execute on difficult task. I'm not a individual who needs to be micromanage, rather when given a task. I can figure out the best way's to solve the problem in an autonomous manner. I Have experience patient'swho required special needs, Alzheimer's, glaucoma and...
Nakeisha can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"There aren’t enough words in the English language to describe the level of care Nakeisha provided for my wife. Her professionalism, hard work and caring attitude is unmatched. Nakeisha is as real as they come. She has kindness in her heart that guides her daily....
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Melville, NY
Meghan M.
5.0
My children enjoyed hanging out with Meaghan. We will definitely use her again!
- Erika L.
Ryan M.
5.0
We were a family of 5 (6 now!) and Ryan was our sitter for almost two years before she moved to South Florida. She is amazing with the kids and quickly became a member of our family. She is reliable, trustworthy, responsible, caring, and fun!
We miss you, Ryan!!!!
- Tim R.
Lisha S.
5.0
Lisha has been a tremendous help! She exudes positive energy and my son loves being with her. I'm glad I found her!
- Elizabeth S.
Christine A.
5.0
Christine has been a reliable caretaker for our children, and can be trusted to follow instructions and take care of any issues that might arise, including caring for our children when they are sick. Christine always takes it upon herself to entertain the children with creative games and activities,...
- Amber Kay P.
Alexa F.
5.0
We first met Alexa when she was working as a counselor for our older daughter at the local summer recreation program. We have since hired her as our babysitter and she has been working for us for the past 4 years. Alexa puts her heart into her job and both of my daughters adore her (ages 10 and...
- Carrie L.
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