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Nadia G.
Jamaica, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver With 21 Plus Years Experience In The Industry Seeks New Position.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a natural instinct and understanding of children
I have taken care of children newborns to age 13 professionally since 1998 and I am a mom to a 27-year-old , experienced knowledgeable intelligent kind respectful, punctual . I have tons of newborns /infants to school age experience . I have twin experience and I have...
Nadia can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Nadia worked with us from about November 2019 and we'll be sadly saying good bye to her in August 2020. The reason we are parting ways is only because we are moving out of state - otherwise we would love for our daughter to continue to be taken care of by Nadia....
Cydney T.
Sarah L.
Fresh Meadows, NY
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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
"I am the Grandmother and have Sole and Physical Guardian since my Grandson was born. D. is now 6. I was working at the time as a surgical nurse. I needed someone I could trust. I spoke to friends of mine in the school district about someone I could trust 100%. I...
Janis T.
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.
5.0
(1)
I am currently a Part-time Special Ed. teacher's Aide. I have been working in the School District for 22 years. Along with that I have worked for 2 families, caring for their children. I drove and picked them up from school, stayed with them till their parents came home, and also drove them to different functions. The second...
Julieta C.
Franklin Square, NY
$23-25/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! I have been a childcare provider for many years, I love children dearly, I think they're the best!! I have worked with a special needs child, in a day care center, and in private homes with infants, toddlers, preescholers and elementary school children. I'm an honest, loving, responsable and energetic person. I'm also...
Julieta can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Julieta filled in for us for a week while our regular babysitter was out. She is fantastic! She was great with our kids, structured, and kept them busy and active. She is trustworthy, competent, and did a great job. I would highly recommend her for any babysitting...
Lindsay K.
Damaris R.
Hempstead, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mom of 2, with experience of over 20 years. I have worked with infants in Daycare and school- age children in a classroom and privately. I have worked with special needs children in a classroom setting in addition to residential.
My attitude is a positive one, I am flexible and dependable.
I love singing and dancing and...
Damaris can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"To Whom It May Concern,
I am writing to recommend Damaris for a nanny/caretaker position. Damaris worked with our family for two and a half years, providing exceptional care for our two children, a 5-month-old baby boy and a 3-year-old girl, at the start of her...
Jennifer H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very compassionate, caring, reliable and trustworthy person. The uniqueness about myself is I have friends of ALL AGES and very easy to get along with!! I realized for myself after caring for individuals and families, it takes a certain kind of personality and patience to do this work. I first got into this field by...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We have worked and are still working with Danielle going on 2+ years. She has become part of our family. She is able to handle shopping, errand running, appointments, and daily care for my parents, home and pets! She is skilled in assisted movements, and offers...
Kristen D.
5.0
(2)
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.
5.0
(1)
I have babysat and coached lacrosse for the past 6 years for children up to the ages of 11. I have also worked with special needs in the Best Buddies and Respite program at my church all throughout middle school and high school! I have a car and clean driving record! I don't just sit there but I engage and ensure the kids are...
Caroline can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Caroline is one of the most amazing babysitters I have ever worked with! She is so professional and my kids LOVED her! I would recommend Caroline to anyone!"
Amy W.
Sushiela B.
Franklin Square, NY
$33/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.2
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I've always had a passion for caring for children, and with 20 years of experience as a childcare provider, I know I can create a safe and nurturing environment for your child. I have extensive experience with children of all ages, from newborns to preteens. My previous roles have allowed me to work with children with special...
Sushiela can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Liz has been amazing with my son! He is excited when she comes in the morning and sad when she has to leave. Liz is punctual and reliable. She keeps my son engaged and she has been a pleasure to work with."
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Juana P.
Port Washington, NY
$25-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Juana. I describe myself as compassionate, outgoing, flexible and understanding individual. I have one year of experience working with adults individuals with special needs and 13 years working with kids with special needs. I specialize in providing personalized care to help those I work with live more...
Juana can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
Maria M.
Levittown, NY
$30-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm kind and professional, I love taking care of people and I have helped families for many years including companion and helping people with special needs.
I worked as a nurse in South America in the past, I'm quite and respectful.
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, dementia, transportation, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Mindy R.
East Meadow, NY
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Mindy. I am a mom who loves children. I love watching them grow and achieving new milestones, while keeping them safe. I've been babysitting for over 6 years and worked in a school for special needs children for 3+ years. A day with me would include play and laughter. We would go outdoors as much as possible. Reading...
Mindy can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I have many of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. My experience is working for the last 3 years as a nanny also I am a single mom of two but with one child special needs. She is now 38. Fully capable of doing child care
Connie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Lysa G.
Bayside, NY
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Lysa. I have been a nurse for 7 years and a nanny for 13 years. I have experience in nursing home setting, home care setting, school nurse setting, tutoring and medial office work. I have experience with special needs, senior care, hospice care as well. I have worked all through Covid. I am experienced in...
Lysa can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
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, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I am a caring a dependable caregiver. have many years of experience caring for children, and people with special needs of all ages. I am a Teacher's Assistant at a local school district.
Karen can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
I enjoy taking care of children. As well as educating children. I am a loving, caring and nurturing person. I have 7 years of experience working with children. I currently work as a teacher's assistant for the department of education. I have experience working with children of the ages 5-14, and I have experience working with...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep
Valentina B.
Levittown, NY
$21-27/hr • 1 yrs exp
I worked for AHRC as a direct support professional and worked with elderly people with special needs. I worked in a group home and did house work and personal care like bathing and dressing. I work well with older people as well;
Valentina can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care
Bonita R.
Jamaica, NY
$17-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am responsible caregiver who shows a high level of compassion to the patients and their families. I am very energetic to be around, my focus is to provided a number of services to patients and to make them feel comfortable and safe at all times. I here to give patients more than just a caregiver but to give them a friend, a I...
Bonita can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in New Hyde Park, NY
Nadia G.
5.0
We were extremely lucky to find Nadia who has been our son's nanny for more than a year (from age 5 months to 18 months). As a first time parent returning to work, I interviewed many nannies and Nadia stood out from the start for her professionalism, kindness, and genuine love of children. She is a...
- Lisha H.
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.
Sarah C.
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.
Julieta C.
5.0
Julieta was our nanny for over a year. My daughter absolutely loved her and had so much fun doing activities together. I would definitely recommend her. She was very responsible, caring, consistent and trustworthy.
- Su P.
Damaris R.
5.0
To Whom It May Concern,
I am writing to recommend Damaris for a nanny/caretaker position. Damaris worked with our family for two and a half years, providing exceptional care for our two children, a 5-month-old baby boy and a 3-year-old girl, at the start of her employment.
Damaris consistently...
- Jennifer H.
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