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Ashley H.
Port Jefferson, NY
$16-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a 19-year-old college student attending suffolk community college who will be transferring to hunter cuny college in the fall. I am majoring in psychology and hope to go into the special needs field or become a licensed therapist. I have worked with a client who had autism ( low functioning) and I enjoyed it throughly. I am...
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.
I've worked at a karate school teaching kids from the age of 3-12+. When teaching the younger kids at karate I focus more on their safety and attention than on karate skills. Teaching the older kids focuses on their memory skills and accomplishments. I get great gratification working with all ages. I also babysit my 11-year-old...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
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:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She's a very good hard worker very dependable always on time"
Care member
Elise H.
Nesconset, NY
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
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: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elise was recommended to me by a friend when she was between clients. She came in and became part of my family. She is warm, caring, professional, prompt! Reliable!! And she went above and beyond to help in anyway she could. She cared for my elderly mom and at...
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, 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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, 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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & 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: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"She babysat for my new born and still does here and there for date nights and little breaks I need. Very punctual, careful, understanding and sweet. I would recommend."
Veronica B.
5.0
(2)
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 T. A in an Autistic school. SCIP trained. I babysat a variety of families in...
Sharon can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Wilder and Coast loved her, she was great and always kept an eye on both of them at the same time. Will be using again :-) "
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...
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, swimming supervision, meal prep, 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.
Alexandra B.
Selden, NY
$25-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi Parents! Outgoing & Energetic 34 Year Old Professional Caregiver
5.0
(5)
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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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."
Care member
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Amanda M.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$10-15/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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Anweshi. I have pretty much raised my younger cousin, then was a babysitter for our family friend's children. I have 2 years of baby-sitting experience as I have tutored kids with special needs and babysat young kids and teenagers. I have worked with mostly kids aged 4+ to teenagers of age 15-16. I work well...
Anweshi can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Anweshi is a very reliable and fantastic tutor. I highly recommend her!"
Care member
Michele B.
Middle Island, NY
$15-50/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: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Andrea D.
Lake Grove, NY
$28-33/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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Melissa C.
Centereach, NY
$25-42/hr • 10 yrs exp
Senior Care / Companion/ Help With ADL's, I Am A Retired Nurse
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
CPR certified, Health Care background, Car, Loves helping others , 20 plus years experience to seniors, specializing in Alzheimer's/ dementia care , Pediatric and Neonatal baby nursing. Special needs , and I've nannied and worked with children for 37 years. Professionally for 27 years
Melissa can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
CNA
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Port Jefferson, NY
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
Elise H.
5.0
Elise was very caring and compassionate at all times towards my elderly mother. She always arrived on time, and stayed late if necessary. Elise became like a member of the family while working for us. I would highly recommend her- she will become a great addition to your household.
- 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.
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