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Julissa M.
Port Jefferson, NY
$23-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have learnt how to be patient and also supportive I'm responsible I also provide a comforting presence I offer emotional support, encouragement and companionship to the disabled individual. My job includes preparing meals and managing other household duties.
Elise H.
Nesconset, NY
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 20Yrs of exp. W/ & W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's & Special needs. I can assist with all Home Care needs and Light Housekeeping. I love to cook and have always brought my clients food to taste if they are allowed. I have a Clean Drivers license as well as a clean...
Elise can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elise took great care of my Mom. She went above and beyond and treated Mom like a family member. When my Mom was with Elise I knew she was safe and being cared for with respect, patience and good humor. We felt very, very lucky to have her."
Care member
5.0
(3)
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, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
CNA
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.
Lauren M.
Centereach, NY
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very sweet with my daughter, always on time. Kept a consistent work quality."
Care member
Alyssa C.
East Setauket, NY
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & 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.
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & 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.
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Jocelynne. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old and have always naturally gravitated toward being someone who loves to babysit and care for children, definitely an innate trait for being the oldest sibling. My most up to date babysitting experience is that I am currently babysitting for a family &...
Jocelynne can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
5.0
"I came across Jocelynne's care.com page as I was looking for babysitters for my busy schedule. From the moment I met her I knew she'd be the one to be there for my kid(s). I've trusted her with my daughter (5 years old) and wouldn't trust anyone else. Whenever I...
Mila C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Sharon, I'm originally from Mexico, but I've been living in the USA for five years, I'm bilingual English-Spanish. I have over 11 years of experience with kids, including special needs, CPR, Epinephrine, and First Aide Certificated.
Currently I'm a Spanish teacher at a High School but I have experience with all the ages. I...
Sharon can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I absolutely loved having Sharon babysit my 2 year old and 4 year old, and will definitely be using her again. She is so great with them, even got them to go to bed which is not an easy task for anyone! My 4 year old asks for her to come back. I highly reccomend...
Care member
Felicia C.
Mount Sinai, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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...
Christine E.
Middle Island, NY
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a degree in Child Development/Early Childhood Education and I have over 15 years of childcare experience. I have been a summer live-in nanny for a family with children ages 8-12 and a full-time nanny for children ages 5 months to 6-years-old. I have experience as a Special Education paraeducator for children of all ages...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"We love being able to work with Allie and her child whenever they are available! We've hired her 3-4 times at this point and hope to continue working with her regularly. Her communication with us is great, and her care for our infant child is outstanding. When we...
Tasha V.
Amanda M.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$17/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...
5.0
"I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son."
Meryl B.
3.9
(7)
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 helped me with my kids for many years. She was always reliable and kind and patient. She made my family feel comfortable and we always knew our kids were in excellent hands! Jackie is an asset to any family!"
William H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Savi, and my experiences with children include that I Babysat for my own 5th grade teacher (3 children) after elementary for 6 years and assisted her in her classroom for 5 years, I was a live in nanny in Washington state for 6 months(2 children). Currently take care of a 2-year-old (since 10 months) and an...
Savanna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Savi is the best Nanny we could have asked for to take care of our super energetic 2yr old with BIG emotions. She not only brings an abundance of patience but empathy and love. She is always on board with how I would like my little one to be cared for, and is good...
Nuzhat Q.
Michele B.
Middle Island, NY
$17-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Am A Direct Support Care Taker Of Adults With Special Needs
I help special needs adults with their daily living from bathing dressing to meal prep and light house work also administer medication CPR and first aid certified through the agency I currently work for
Currently looking for evening or overnight positions
Michele can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia
Andrea D.
Lake Grove, NY
$34/hr • 10 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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Christine H.
Medford, NY
$16-39/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a caregiver with three years of experience, I am passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives. I have a high school degree and completed coursework in early child development. My calm and patient nature allows me to easily connect with children, and I believe in open communication with parents, providing...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I started out as a home health aid over 12 years ago. I am currently a LPN. I absolutely love caring for others. I've worked with so many different individuals with different stories including senior, children and those with special needs. But facilities and/or communities arent the right fit for me. There arent many things I...
Dyshonia can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, transportation & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Home Health Aide
Tiana B.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$17-19/hr • 5 yrs exp
One of my previous jobs included working in an ABA Life Skills classroom at Bay Shore School District
Hello I'm Samarra!
It's nice to meet you. I'm a former direct support professional and currently a pharmacy technician who's willing to complete necessary tasks that will allow me to use my experience and first aid/ CPR certification to good use while making a little extra income while doing so. I can't wait to hear back from...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Port Jefferson, NY
Elise H.
5.0
Elise is so kind, patient, trustworthy and reliable. She currently taking amazing care of my parents and they look forward to her visits. So happy to have her in our lives.
- 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.
Lauren M.
5.0
Very sweet with my daughter, always on time. Kept a consistent work quality.
- Care member
Alyssa C.
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.
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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