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Andrew B.


Miller Place, NY

$15-20/hr

Young, Strong and Energetic

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I have worked with children for the last seven years and I have experience dealing with children with all needs. I enjoy sports, working out, writing, the beach, poetry and spending time with children teaching.
Hi my name is Gabrielle and I'm a registered behavior technician. I've been working with children with disabilities for over 4 years and truly have a passion for it. I have worked in school setting and do at home care. I have a lot of patience and love what I do!
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Colleen R.


Miller Place, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Eager, Patient, Neat And Flexible

My name is Colleen, I am 51 and I am an LPN for the past 13 years. I have worked in the area hospitals on the adolescent psych unit, pediatric unit, med surg unit and in the ER. I worked many years doing private duty cases, with the elderly, I started to volunteer at a nursing home when I was just 12. I worked as a nurses aid...
Hello there! My name is Autumn, and I'm eager to dive into a fulfilling summer child care role! I bring the expertise of a second-year Elementary school teacher armed with a Masters degree. My diverse background includes working with children of all ages, as well as providing compassionate care for those with special needs. If...
Autumn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

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Madelyn M.


Miller Place, NY

$17-50/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter/ Nanny

Hi! My name is Maddie I am 18 years old and I am from Miller Place New York. I am looking for a family to nanny for. I have been around children my whole life and love working with kids. I have been babysitting /nannying for 5 years and have been a camp counselor for 5 years! I have a driver license and I am also CPR/AED...

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hey! I'm Emily! I am a recent college graduate looking for part time work to help with my student loans. I'm a fun and outgoing babysitter! I also have experience with special needs care having worked at DDI for over a year! I am able to accommodate any dietary restrictions or allergies.
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Devin B.


Miller Place, NY

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

Recent UTampa Graduate With 7 Years Experience And A Love For Caretaking!

With a wealth of experience as the eldest among six & being a youth summer camp counselor since I could work, caregiving has become not only a foundational aspect of my skill set but also a profound passion that I have nurtured over an extended period. I began to nanny at the age of 16, & have consistently provided long-term...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Allie R.


Coram, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced, Professional And Outgoing Nanny!

5.0

(7)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi... I'm Allie and I have over 10 years of quality childcare experience! I currently work part time as a preschool teaching assistant for children with special needs, and before that I was a full time nanny for 4 years in NYC. I hold a bachelor's degree in child psychology! In addition, I am the mother of one soon to be...
Allie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Allie is a stellar caregiver. She is kind and patient with our kids. They do not feel comfortable around everyone, so it's nice to see. Allie's little boy is also adorable and sweet and he plays with our toddler so Allie is able to focus on our baby. I cannot...

Steven B.

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Chynel W.


Coram, NY

$18-33/hr10 yrs exp

Made For This

I'm 44yr old widow no children I have worked as a nurses aide for some years and recently in the last 17 years I have worked with adults with special needs and adults with schizophrenia/bipolar disorders, Good companion.
Chynel can also help with: Personal care, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:

Wound Care

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"She's a very good hard worker very dependable always on time"

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Felicia C.


Mount Sinai, NY

$30/hr20 yrs exp

Retired School Teacher

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, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Felicia's was wonderful with my girls. I'd hire her again if her new schedule didn't conflict with the times I need her. "

Cynthia H.

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Alexandra B.


Selden, NY

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Hi Parents! Outgoing & Energetic 34 Year Old Professional Caregiver

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

Outgoing and energetic mother of a 12. 5 yr old girl and aunt to 17 nieces and nephews. I've worked with children for 25+ years as a Private Childcare Provider, Head/Lead Teacher (infants, toddlers & pre-k), Nanny, Au Pair, Babysitter, Camp Counselor, Night Nurse and house manager. I have worked with all ages from Newborns to...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Alexandra was amazing! We were so nervous about leaving our kids last minute with someone new for a wedding we had to go to and we couldn’t be happier with the decision to hire Alex."

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Felicia C.


Mount Sinai, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am a retired teacher who has also worked as a volunteer for many years and also as a teacher. Helping those with special needs is a gift. We all have special things that make us unique. Helping a person with special needs reach their fullest potential is what I feel good about doing. I have extensive experience working with...
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Taylor H.


East Setauket, NY

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Occasional Babysitting

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My current availability is date nights and any other occasional times! Unfortunately I'm not available for any full time positions at this time. Thank you for your interest! Hi, my name is Taylor! I have over 10 years experience as a babysitter, four years as a nanny, and taught at a summer science camp for kids ages 5-11 for...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Taylor is absolutely amazing. She provided care for my first when he was just 5 months old and still at 5 years old! She has a knack for sustaining their attention and making those in her care beg to see her more often. She is punctual and trustworthy. i never need...

Jennifer G.

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Suzanne J.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Suzanne, I am 53 yrs old, I have worked in a Nursing home for 15 yrs and I also have worked for Special Needs Adults and Children.
5.0
"Suzie has been an excellent caretaker to my son and daughter and she has become a member of our family! She always goes above and beyond and will treat your child like they are one of her own! She is reliable, punctual, experienced as well as patient, loving and...

Gina T.

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Jennifer C.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Ive had about a year or 2 of caring for seniors and also children with special needs. I love helping people and I enjoy being part of ones life in need. I'm responsible and a compassionate person.
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, visiting physician
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be interested in hiring her. "

Emil R.

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Kristina V.


Medford, NY

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Worked in the special needs field. Love kids and known to be the babysitter for all the younger kids in my family. Willing to help around the house as well as watch the kids. Very family oriented person and willing to make your family part of that!
Kristina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kristina was an excellent child care provider for our family. She was so amazing with our children! They responded so well to her. We never worried when we were at work that our kids were in good hands. She was always on time, dependable, polite, and caring. She...

Joan L.

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Jackie M.


Holtsville, NY

$19-26/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Working With All Kids!!!

4.3

(6)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with kids for over 10 years and have 3 of my own! I have experience with newborns, toddlers, kids and teens. I have worked with special needs, multiples and twins and have many references. I am patient, reliable, caring and kind. I absolutely love any and all babies and kids! I am flexible and willing to work...
Jackie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jackie was on-time, enthusiastic, and sweet with the baby. We felt very comfortable leaving our son with her, and would definitely use this service again. She was excellent. Very warm and set our hearts at ease the minute she walked in the door."

Tae F.

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Lauren M.


Centereach, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a nanny and have 7 years of experience, I am CPR and first aid certified. Currently working with special needs adults and I work as a nanny to a lovely couple on the weekends. I love working with kids it brings me such joy and I am looking for a full time position, hopefully long term. I love children they are so joyful and...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Very sweet with my daughter, always on time. Kept a consistent work quality."

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Alyssa C.


East Setauket, NY

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hi my name is Alyssa. I am 26 years old. I have been working with kids since I was 15. I have worked with every age group. I was a preschool teacher, substitute teacher. I have my bachelors degree. I also, have experience with disabled kids and special needs kids. I have been a nanny for a year. I also, taught dance and...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Alyssa has been babysitting my children for 5 years now and I have seen her become a preschool teacher and grow with the children. It is wonderful she is absolutely wonderful with the children. I would recommend her to babysit."

Michelle G.

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Andrea D.


Lake Grove, NY

$28-33/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am an enthusiastic 32-year-old nanny with over 16 years of experience working with children of all ages from infants to the bigger ones :-) . I worked at the Cross Island YMCA as a swim instructor for toddlers, ran the YMCA special needs camp, and worked as an ABA therapist over the years. I am CPR and First Aid certified....
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Miller Place, NY

Allie R.

5.0

Allie is a stellar caregiver. She is kind and patient with our kids. They do not feel comfortable around everyone, so it's nice to see. Allie's little boy is also adorable and sweet and he plays with our toddler so Allie is able to focus on our baby. I cannot recommend Allie enough.

- Steven B.

Chynel W.

5.0

I like how sweet she was and well spoken.very experienced with my needs as well.she was very caring to me

- Care member

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.

Alexandra B.

5.0

Alexandra has every quality a professional childcare provider should possess: energetic, empathetic, detail-oriented, and communicative. My 2 year old daughter and 5 year old son had a fantastic day with her and finished all the homemade food I prepared. She also did an amazing job helping with...

- Snow B.

Taylor H.

5.0

Taylor is absolutely amazing. She provided care for my first when he was just 5 months old and still at 5 years old! She has a knack for sustaining their attention and making those in her care beg to see her more often. She is punctual and trustworthy. i never need to worry when Taylor is watching...

- Jennifer G.

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