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Travis T.


Dobbs Ferry, NY

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello Families! My name is Travis and I'm an employee of the Department of Education. I've worked in the role of a Teaching Assistant for the past 9 years. A major part of my work is the teamwork and collaboration that happens between parents and myself. Our combined efforts are essential to achieving big and small results. I'd...
5.0
"I met Travis because he is the caregiver for one of my customers. He assists with the care of a teenage boy and one of his responsibilities is to helping him with a variety of life skills. Travis really impressed me with his ability to encourage his mentee to...

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Mary C.


Tappan, NY

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse/nanny/caregiver/esp Special Needs Child

3.0

(1)

Pediatric home care nurse many disabilities/ages/cultural backgrounds, love working with children in your home, Active and athletic, involved many sports and hobbies. love doing lots of different activities. HAVE FOUR CHILDREN MINE OWN. WILL INVOLVE YOUR CHILDREN IN MANY DIFFERENT ACTIVITIES. KEEP THEM BUSY AND OUT OF TROUBLE.
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Marie L.


White Plains, NY

$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work with special needs for 5yrs my experience with autistic spectrum kids and adults with good or bad behavior. also I have 8 yrs , experience home health care, skill are cook, cleaning, doctor appointment, shopping, laundry,
4.0
"Marie wanted more hours and money than I was able to do. She was honest about her needs, which is very refreshing."

Beth O.

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Grace S.


Ossining, NY

$36-49/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full/part Time Care Giver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I started working caring for children at a local family daycare as an assistant provider about 9 years ago. After the second year, the daycare closed and I decided to open my own daycare. One of my goals was to teach the kids Spanish as a second language, that was my biggest accomplishment. Also, I worked on my program with a...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Grace is incredibly easy to work with and wonderful with children. We were a hot mess when she started with us. Grace came in and just started taking care of the baby, worked and talked with me about my concerns and fears and helped us get a routine going. The...

Leilani D.

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Rosa F.


Emerson, NJ

$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello, I'm reliable, patient and hard working. I have worked taking care of kids with special needs for 8 years. I'm a certified health home aide. I took care of elder people for 7 years through a private agency. I'm currently working at a assisted living.
Rosa can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Anita P.


Ossining, NY

$18-30/hr

Im Specialized With Austic Children-Nursing Assistant

Hello, I'm currently working with special needs children and elderly patients. Im looking to work some additional hours on weekends or afternoons. My experiences: Colostomy care, trachea care, administering enema, Hoyer lift, chair lift and over head lift, some heavy lifting, monitoring vitals signs and glucose levels,...
Anita can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Raquel T.


Spring Valley, NY

$16-50/hr • 12 yrs exp

I like working with kids because I'm very active I can take care special needs care Twins /multiples Comfortable with pets CPR training Early child development coursework
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Franchesca M.


Tarrytown, NY

$17-50/hr • 15 yrs exp

I like working with kids because I have 2 boys of my own. One is special needs and I like providing the same care that I have with them. I watch kids the same way I would want someone to watch mines. With love. Care & Lots Pf Patience ( and FUN ) I started working with kids when I was about 16 In my spare time, I like to take...
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Grace M.


Pearl River, NY

$20-50/hr • 13 yrs exp

Looking For A Part-time Job While I Am In Grad School!

I am an Occupational Therapy student with a passion for working with children. With experience in supporting special needs kids, I bring patience, creativity, and understanding to every interaction. Let me provide your child with a safe and nurturing environment while fostering their growth and development through play and...
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Sophie L.


Haworth, NJ

$15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter Available In June, Full-time In July!

I am a Junior at Ithaca College studying Occupational Therapy, and I LOVE children! I have been a camp counselor for kids ages 10-13, but because I need to take a summer class, I will be in Ithaca for the summer and I'd love to have kids to keep me smiling through my Anatomy class. I can work with kids ages 4 and up! I am very...
Sophie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Viviana S.


Ossining, NY

$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Viviana

Hi, I have been working with childcare for a couple of years. I offer my services complying with the standards that are deserved for a good cognitive, educational and emotional development, I like to create a dynamic and fun environment for children and that their way of capturing learning is through songs, games, dances, but...
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Alexandra S.


Valley Cottage, NY

$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Alexandra - Special Needs Provider

I have many years of experience as a caretaker. I have worked as a CNA, home health care aide, and DSP for all ages and degrees of care needed (from newborn to hospice). I have a BS in Anthropology degree and went back to school for a second BS in nursing but left the program after 3 years for personal reasons. Currently, I am...
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Sarah J.


New City, NY

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I've worked in direct care support for people with special needs for several years. The relationships I've formed with past clients has been one of the greatest joys of my life. I am a kind hearted person and love to create strong bonds and offer the best care possible to clients I serve. I have experience working with people...
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Mary E.


White Plains, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Teacher By Day, Pro Babysitter Nights And Weekends!

Many have jokingly called me 'Mary Poppins' and nothing makes me happier. With over 20 years of childcare and education experience with kids of all ages, a vibrant personality and reliable nature, I am able to offer specialized care to suit the needs of my clients, whether they be parents of newborns or adolescents. I have...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Julia C.


Briarcliff Manor, NY

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

I would describe myself as an extroverted, resilient and caring person! I like working with kids because I am able to contribute to their growth while also learning from them. I am looking for a job that will allow me to start in January, so I can save and pay for my studies. I started working with kids when I interned at a...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Ramona Y.


Croton on Hudson, NY

$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have 16 years of experience working with special needs. Dementia, Alzheimer's, behavior and more.. I have a lot experience.
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Amanda N.


Westwood, NJ

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Amanda From Northern NJ

Hi! My name is Amanda and I am a recent graduate of Ramapo College of New Jersey where I received my degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing. I am very organized, reliable, and hardworking. In college, I was 1 of 25 students chosen to mentor a 5th grade student as part of the Big Brothers Big...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
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Michelle B.


Ossining, NY

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Growing up I've always enjoyed helping others, when I was a young girl about 13 I did volunteer work throughout the summer helping deliver meals on wheels to people, once I was old enough to work I started working with TBI patience and other special needs. One of my favorite jobs was working with the mentally disabled at a...
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Rochel L.


West Nyack, NY

$16-32/hr • 4 yrs exp

Babysitter

My name is Rochel and I love children! I have been working with children for a bunch of years now. Currently I work in a pediatric Dentist office as a hygienist that specializes in children and special needs. I love connecting with kids and sharing experiences with them. I am great with babysitting and other house chores as...
Rochel can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kristine C.


Pearl River, NY

$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I am 33 years old and the oldest of 6 kids and have been babysitting/taking care of children since I was 12 years old. I worked at a summer camp for special needs children while I was in college and now I am a Special Education teacher. I also have a 3-year-old son and 22-month-old daughter . I have taken care of/taught a...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Nyack, NY

Travis T.

5.0

I met Travis because he is the caregiver for one of my customers. He assists with the care of a teenage boy and one of his responsibilities is to helping him with a variety of life skills. Travis really impressed me with his ability to encourage his mentee to embrace his independence even though he...

- Care member

Marie L.

4.0

Marie wanted more hours and money than I was able to do. She was honest about her needs, which is very refreshing.

- Beth O.

Grace S.

5.0

Grace is incredibly easy to work with and wonderful with children. We were a hot mess when she started with us. Grace came in and just started taking care of the baby, worked and talked with me about my concerns and fears and helped us get a routine going. The baby thrived under her care and I was...

- Leilani D.

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