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Special needs caregivers in Orangeburg, NY

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Marie L.


White Plains, NY

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time

4.0

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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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Debra B.


New City, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

VERY RELIABLE CARE GIVER

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 60-year-old mother of two college graduated children. I have a brother who is mentally challenged. I was a caregiver for my sister in-law who had dementia. I worked as a teacher's asst. for 16 years with special needs students with autism, down syndrome .
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Robyne M.


Paramus, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Or Eldercare On Call

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

ALL AGES. Decades experience in management for family crisis and trauma, DV/SA, physical & emotional disabilities. Previous youth minister and owner special needs childcare. Foster Parent and Foreign Student Family Host. Certified in CPR, First Aid, Advanced Medical, Nutrition, PDD, Autism Spectrum. *Animal allergy, so please...
Robyne can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Trustline Certified

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She’s very sweet. My boys enjoyed playing w her. "

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Beatriz P.


Yonkers, NY

$24-30/hr5 yrs exp

Graduate Student Looking For Occasional Babysitting Jobs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Beatriz and I'm 24 years old. I am a first-year Physician Assistant student at Pace University. I'm a super big sister and auntie! I have extensive experience with children of all ages, including children with special needs, such as autism and Down Syndrome. Additionally, in high school I babysat for a variety...
Beatriz can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Beatriz was amazing with my boys (6 and 4). She kept them active and entertained for hours and they were always begging for her to come back. Responsive, polite and a good role model. I had her babysit on multiple occasions and will absolutely hire her again!"

Jamie W.

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Susan D.


Congers, NY

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Susan and I work at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern NY. I'm accustomed to dealing with 50+ patients per day including special needs patients. I'm very friendly, caring and outgoing. I love making patients feel comfortable as most people do not care to be in a hospital!
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
5.0
"Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother. "

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Luciana Paula P.


River Edge, NJ

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Career Nanny Experienced Available For Week, Night And Weekend

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a creative, responsible, reliable, friendly, and fun nanny who has over 6 years of experience in child care as well as experience in recreation with kids and teens. I also have experience driving kids to school or other activities and a degree in early childhood education. I am still interested in continuing my studies with...
Luciana Paula can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Lulu is a wonderful caregiver and person. She has babysat my 3 year old daughter since she was 16 months old. She now also helps with drop offs and pick ups from daycare. She is very caring and kind, really stands out as someone with such a positive spirit, is very...

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Heather W.


Ridgewood, NJ

$22-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hello!

I have worked with children of all ages! I have also worked with special needs children and adults. I have over 15+ years experience in childcare.
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Catherine I.


Yonkers, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Elder Care, Child Care

**Certified Home Health Aide, Certified CPR, AED Experience 6/22 - present For the past 2 yrs I've been taking care of a wonderful vibrant women who has Macular Degeneration. I've recently moved to Westchester County, so now I'm a commuter lol. I'm looking for something more economical, closer to home so I won't have to...
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Cathy is proactive and helps out with everyday chores without us having to even ask! She takes safety and well-being of our child seriously and creates fun and educational activities for him. "

Mary A.

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Tiffany E.


Westwood, NJ

$25-38/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Tiffany! I'm 29 years old from Westwood, New Jersey. My childcare experience began with mommy-helping at age 12 then independently babysitting at age 17. I have traveled the tri-state area and worked with children all ages from infancy to teenagers. I have also worked with individuals who had varying specials needs. I...
Tiffany can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We're so lucky to have found Tiffany, she is a patient, kind caregiver and our kids just adore her. She's easy going and calming while also following through with any rules we set. She's also professional and on top of everything which is refreshing. I'd recommend...

David G.

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Tracey G.


Bergenfield, NJ

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend Caregiver

***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*** Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver with 25 years experience available for week nights overnight (M-F 6/6:30pm-7-8am) or Saturdays and Sundays. I am highly experienced in special needs care such as Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Muscular...
5.0
"Tracey worked for my family for over 5 years. I had a son who was not able to do anything for himself and his needs increased over the years ( to include feeding tube) Tracey would not only take care of his needs but who sit with him and hold his hand She truly...

Alayne G.

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Lori E.


Hartsdale, NY

$49/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Special Education And English Teacher

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I hold a Masters degree in Education, with specialties in English and Special Education. I've been teaching all students to be the best version of themselves. I like to make learning fun, by giving real life examples of the work. I review all classes with the student, or life skills with an adult. I have experience with kids to...
5.0
"Lori would be a valuable addition to your team if you have a teen or young adult on the autism spectrum who needs help with school/college and/or life skills."

Alistair B.

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Francisco D.


Yonkers, NY

$28-35/hr10 yrs exp

I enjoy working with special needs and senior citizens . I've been in this field for 16 years and I consider this more than just a job. Truly love what I do and enjoy the connections I've made with individuals throughout my years . I'm currently a Residential Asst Manager overlooking 89 individuals but now I'm looking for a...
Francisco can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia
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Kaitlyn R.


Yonkers, NY

$25-38/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 8 years of experience with infants and toddlers mostly with special needs children. working with special needs kids has opened my eyes on so many different ways to handle certain situations. I love to go out to the park and just having fun! I'm very energetic, loving, affectionate and optimistic.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Debra B.


New City, NY

$25-40/hr

Part Time Caregiver For Seniors

I am a 58-year-old mother of two grown children. I'm currently employed at Orange Ulster Boces as a teacher's asst. for 15 years. I work with special needs students with autism, down syndrome and mentally delayed. I also work for Rockland County YMCA after school program. I have a 61-year-old mentally challenged brother who I...
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Kristen W.


Allendale, NJ

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

I have been babysitting for the last 10 years for family friends with children from ages 1 month to 10 years old. For the last year, I have worked as a Teacher's Aide in a Special Needs Preschool classrooms.
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Lydia C.


Valley Cottage, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experience / Vaccinated Caregiver

Hi, I am a well-versed caregiver with over 20years experience. I am certified as a home health aide/PCA with experience in elderly care and special needs. I have reference and I'm open to discuss various schedules if needed any time. Willing to do Perdiem if my schedule allows. I enjoy working with the elderly as I find it...
Lydia can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Cassandra V.


Eastchester, NY

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

Energetic Sitter That Enjoys Putting Smiles On The Little Ones

I have 2 years of experience. I worked at a preschool and have experience with special need kids. I have worked with children ages 6 months - 7 years. I am also CPR certified. I enjoy working with children because they always put a smile on my face. Being able to provide care for children is a lovely experience.
Cassandra can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Arfaeen A.


Yonkers, NY

$40/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Weekend Babysitter Available

I took care of a special needs child for a few months. I also babysit toddlers and children ages 7- 11. I am a college student currently attending nursing school. I am a caregiver at heart and for the rest of my life, since I will be a nurse. I run errands if needed, I can help with the children homework and extra activities.
Arfaeen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Rosa F.


Emerson, NJ

$13-18/hr10 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: Light cleaning, respite care, dementia, hospice services, meal prep
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Kimberly H.


Park Ridge, NJ

$28-31/hr10 yrs exp

Pediatric Occupational Therapist Looking For Part-time And/or Occasional Childcare Work

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has over 10 years of caregiving experience for children, from infants to teenagers. I also have experience working with children with special needs and have experience working in early intervention and preschool as an occupational therapy assistant, helping children to...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Orangeburg, NY

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.

Robyne M.

5.0

She’s very sweet. My boys enjoyed playing w her.

- Care member

Beatriz P.

5.0

I wish there were 10 stars! I cannot speak highly enough about Beatriz. When I tell my boys, 3 & 5, Beatriz is coming to babysit they literally watch the clock counting down the minutes until she arrives. To say they adore her is an understatement. Beatriz is always on time, incredibly attentive,...

- Lauren R.

Susan D.

5.0

Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother.

- Care member

Luciana Paula P.

5.0

Always present and engaged with my kids. They never want her to leave.

- Care member

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