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Special needs caregivers in Melville, NY

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Laura E.


North Babylon, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter For Part-Time Evenings/Occasional Weekends

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been caring for babies and children since I was 12 years of age as a babysitter for my 3 siblings as well as in my neighborhood plus many referrals! I was employed as a camp counselor for children ranging from pre-k up to 4th graders in my teen years. I attended SUNY New Paltz for Art Education. Work experience...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Laura is a wonderful caregiver. My 9 year old son loves having her sit for him. She is interactive, loving, kind, and dependable. She is just fabulous!"

Sally W.

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Cindy R.


Huntington Station, NY

$15-18/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a student at New England College this is my senior year and I'm originally from New York I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has experience in caring for children all ages. I have worked with children in summer camps and preschools also children who have special needs. With me, your children will...
Cindy can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
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Sarah C.


Wantagh, NY

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

I have a passion for people and I love working with children. I have been babysitting my whole life, whether it be for a church event or babysitting my cousins and neighbors. In the past I have cared for infants/newborn baby's. I also have experience working in a school environment. I am a former employee of the South Shore...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Chelsea B.


Northport, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Chelsea and I've been working with and babysitting kids since I was 13. I've always loved working with kids whether it was assistant teaching Sunday school classes, volunteering at my church, or teaching people ages 4-60+ how to care for horses at a local equestrian center. I have experience with children from...
Chelsea can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I’ve used Chelsea as my go-to pet sitter since 2017. I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know her and seeing her go from an enthusiastic high school senior, to an enthusiastic pre med college student. She’s always gone above and beyond for me, taking care of my...

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Maryann L.


Huntington, NY

$40/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Presently employed as a nanny and personal assistant for six years to a lovely family in Port Washington. In addition to providing childcare services, I assist the family with organizational projects , meal preparation, errands and light housekeeping. Prior to this position I was a dietary chef working in a special needs home. I...
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Dependable and punctual, and just a decent human being"

David R.

My name is Joann Ingoglia I have lived in the East Northport community for over 35 years were I raised my 2 children. Presently I work for the Commack School District for over 20 years. I've been with students and of all ages including special needs. I am a caring, reliable and trustworthy person who will care for your family...
Joann can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation
I have worked with children with special needs for the nyc board of Ed for 15 years. I raised 4 children and took care of my elderly mom for 6 years until she past. I am a very loving, and caring with slot of patience. I will treat whoever I am taking care of as I wood my own family.
Linda can also help with: Transportation, meal prep
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Cassidy N.


Bellmore, NY

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Smile Creator

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently attending New York University, earning my masters in Drama Therapy with a concentration in children with neurological disabilities. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old. I have experience with school pick-ups and drop-offs, errand running and late nights/date nights. I worked as a camp counselor for 6...
Cassidy can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Annmarie M.


North Babylon, NY

$10-20/hr

Part Time Caregiver Available

I helped take care of my elderly parents, my father had dementia, along with other medical issues and my mom had some medical issues. I know how hard it is to care for your parents and your own family at the same time. I work with special needs children, which I feel gives me experience in being a caregiver.
Annmarie can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Hi, my names Kaitlyn! I am a dedicated and compassionate caretaker with a bachelors degree in psychology and a strong background in caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs. My experience provides day-to-day assistance both child and parent. I am committed to creating a safe, supportive, and nurturing...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision
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Louise P.


West Babylon, NY

$25-30/hr9 yrs exp

Nanny

Mother of 41year-old, and 43-year-old and 1 grandson. Provided child care for up to 4 children beside my own. Caregiver for adults and special needs child for past 9 years. Owner management /stylist of hair salon for 40 years. Fun-loving. Love to play, go on outdoor outings to parks, shopping, running errands, played games,...
Hi y'all! My name is Caroline and I'm currently a Junior at CU Boulder. I have 5 years of childcare experience starting my Sophomore year of high school. I can help with housekeeping, cooking, and other various chores that you may need help with. I also have minimal first aid training and experience working one on one with...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I currently work as a Teaching Assistant at a preschool for children with Special Needs. I graduated from SUNY Geneseo with a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education/Special Education with a concentration in English. I have been working in the educational field since I graduated college. I love reading, playing board games,...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

My name is Michele, I'm 28 years old and have 2 wonderful children. My 10-month-old beautiful daughter would be accompanying me on Work days but is friendly, easygoing, lively, and great with other kids. leaving us much freedom to be at your every whim and readily available. I have worked in the childcare industry for 12 years...
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Manicia L.


Brentwood, NY

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

I'm A Nursing Assistant And Home Health Aide Too

i'm working 6 years in the 2 years in the Arbors Assisted living in Safecare. I enjoyed take care people.
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Meghan M.


Huntington, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible, Reliable, And Experienced

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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Leota E.


Huntington Station, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver, Special Needs Provider, Babysitter, Nanny

I've been in the Childcare field for over 15 years. I currently work at a daycare facility, and have lots of experience working with children with special needs. Currently, one of my children in my class is autistic. Because it can be hard for him to do the normal things that we often take for granted, I work with him one on one...
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Julia B.


Farmingdale, NY

$14-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

From 2016 to 2018 I worked as a teacher's assistant in classrooms with pre-school aged children, both with special needs and without special needs. In that time period I was also a one-to-one aide for a 3-year-old with a physical disability. I am a patient and nurturing caregiver experienced in taking care of children with...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ryan M.


Massapequa, NY

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Amanda M.


Hicksville, NY

$17-25/hr

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi my name is Amanda and I have baby sat special needs children before. I get along with special needs kids very well and am up for any challenge to care for them. I can assist with medical needs and mostly mental, I enjoy playing with the kids I babysit and I am responsible at the same time while making sure the child is cared...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Melville, NY

Laura E.

5.0

Laura is a wonderful caregiver. My 9 year old son loves having her sit for him. She is interactive, loving, kind, and dependable. She is just fabulous!

- Sally W.

Chelsea B.

5.0

She is fantastic and I couldn’t be happier with her quality of care

- Care member

Maryann L.

5.0

Dependable and punctual, and just a decent human being

- David R.

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