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Special needs caregivers in Purdys, NY

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Liana H.


Purdys, NY

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Somers Babysitter

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I am a full time social worker available for evening and weekend babysitting. I have 10+ years of babysitting experience as well as special needs experience.
Liana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Stephanie L.


Mahopac, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Stephanie-

5.0

(1)

I graduated from New York University last year and I am currently working as an Elementary School Social Worker. I have 10 years of child care experience; infants, toddlers, grade school, twins, and children with special needs. I have extensive experience working with early intervention ages and grade school ages on social...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Stephanie is responsible, caring, hard working and reliable. She is a safe driver. Overall, I highly recommend Stephanie as a babysitter."

Leslie H.

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Marianne L.


Mahopac, NY

$20-22/hr • 6 yrs exp

Open To Work

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My babysitting skills and experience, along with my positive attitude and friendly nature, position me to excel in this role. I have experience with special needs such as administering meals and/or medication via feeding tubes such as NG tubes or G-tubes. I would love the opportunity to meet your family and discuss my...
Marianne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She did a great job ! I highly recommend her"

Ramona P.

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Allison L.


Cross River, NY

$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Summer Babysitter

Hi! My name is Allie and I am 19 years old. I have 4 years of experience with babysitting and have been with Care. com for 2 years. I'm available until August 15th and would love to help out with your family this summer. I haven't committed to any other jobs yet so I am very available. I have the most experience with 2yo-10yo...
Allison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"My kids loved her, she was very nice to them!"

Abaz N.

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Gina M.


Pound Ridge, NY

$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Fun Mom Of 2

I'm a 43-year-old stay at home mom, and have two beautiful boys, one son is 16 and my younger is 12 and autistic. I've been raising children for 20 years and I love them all as if they were my own. Raising my son with special needs has been very enlightening and I take pride in his success. I feel comfortable caring for children...
Gina can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"I’m a single mom and was looking for a reliable and experienced caregiver to take care of my 5mo. daughter five days a week. Gina fed her, rocked her to sleep, read stories and took her for strolls at a nearby park. She kept my baby so happy. Beyond that, she...

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Nan V.


Ridgefield, CT

$50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Dedicated Behavior Therapist With 30 Years Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced and compassionate behavior therapist with over 30 years of experience helping children with special needs. My expertise includes Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), verbal behavior, and Relationship Development Intervention (RDI). I have worked extensively with autistic children and those with other...
5.0
"Nan has been the best teacher our son A. has ever had. He's got moderate autism and she strikes just the right balance between great curriculum and a firm hand to keep him focused. She has great educational insights and tailored a lesson plan to fit his needs and...

Chris W.

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Lori M.


Cross River, NY

$29-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver - Empty Nester Who Adores Children. Prefer Part Time/long Term

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently work for a family with a 3-year-old boy and a 5-year-old girl. When I began the baby boy was1month old, the girl was 2 years old. I joyfully care for their daily needs and nurture and teach them. We read stories, go on nature walks, create art, play, learn and do local field trips. They will both be in school full...
Lori can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lori has been a wonderful care provider with our children and we couldn't be happier having her in our lives. She is professional, positive, trustworthy, and genuinely loving with our kids. She takes great care in helping them with schoolwork and does an excellent...

Chris M.

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Rachel C.


Mohegan Lake, NY

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a childcare provider with a decade of experience, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and making a positive impact on their lives. I have a friendly and approachable personality, and I am patient and calm under pressure. When communicating with parents about their child's day or any issues that...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Hired Rachel Rachel is a very punctual, reliable and fun nanny that I'd recommend to anyone. My child absolutely loved her! She's also great with pets! "

Caitlin J.

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Carla M.


North Salem, NY

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello Everyone!! My name is Carla and I am 29 years old looking for a full/part time nanny job! I have been a camp counsler and baby sitter for about 12 years now! I love working with kids! My goal is to make everything fun and magical for kids. Arts is definitely my speciality when creating activities, exploring outside,...
Carla can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a brother with autism and bipolar disorder. I'm his care taker. I have also worked with kids with special needs focusing on independent living, personal hygiene, motor skills, speaking and more!
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Vanessa S.


South Salem, NY

$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am All Perfectly, And Wonderfully Made

Hi, my name is Vanessa. And I am 44 years old and I'm currently looking for some work in my neighborhood. Something to keep busy in the mornings, Kids are special to me, especially having a grandson with special needs. Love and patience is my number one priority for a child's development.
Vanessa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
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Luke B.


Ridgefield, CT

$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

I am currently a senior at Vassar College. I am home for the summer looking for babysitting jobs! I have worked in Branchville Elementary School as a paraprofessional and substitute. I have also worked as a babysitter for children with special needs. I look forward to working with you!
Luke can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Alexandra L.


Brewster, NY

$30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

I am mom of 3 children and have one with special needs. I have been babysitter since I was 17 years old. I will like to take care you child. Also, I like to take care children with special needs.
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Debbie O.


Ridgefield, CT

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am a registered nurse experienced at caring for special children and adults. Flexible to travel to secondary residence.
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Cecilia P.


Katonah, NY

$17-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Responsible And Engaging Babysitter

I have been babysitting on and off since I was in early high school. I have experience babysitting children from the age of 4 to the age of 15. I have also been a camp counselor, responsible for supervising kids aged 4-6. Additionally, I used to work as a lifeguard at my local country club and am comfortable monitoring children...
Cecilia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Teresa C.


Carmel, NY

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver /nanny

Hi parents! My name is Teresa I am a mother of five children , I'm 33 years old and I am a certified nursing assistant, home health aid and patient care tech and I am also a babysitter. I have 15 years of dedicated experience looking after children of all ages. I'm very professional and will provide exceptional care for your...
Teresa can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

My mom is an Occupational Therapist and I have assisted her at times with children who had Cerebral Palsy.
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Meghan M.


Katonah, NY

$23-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Who Fully Engaged. Efficient At Following Routines.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of caregiver experience with child with and without special needs. As well as adults with special needs. I have a vehicle with a clean driving record. I have a 2-year-old who is my world. She has an amazing routine. I am able to prepare healthy meals. I can also do laundry and keep a tidy house. I have...
Meghan can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Dionna T.


Katonah, NY

$27-35/hr • 7 yrs exp

working towards my masters to pursue my life goal in the special education field. For about 7 years now, I have been at a school for children with special needs as an assistant, teachers sub, and working as a member on the behavioral support team to help children through their feelings. In addition to this, I have also been...
Dionna can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Allison S.


Mahopac, NY

$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Fun And Experienced Caregiver/Babysitter/Nanny!

Hi! My name is Allie and I am 21 years old, from Mahopac, NY but currently live in Burlington, VT. I have been working with kids ages 3-13 for over many years, since I was 13 years old. I have done everything from babysitting, cooking, cleaning, and helping with homework. I also have experience with special needs children. I was...
Allison can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Purdys, NY

Stephanie L.

5.0

Stephanie is responsible, caring, hard working and reliable. She is a safe driver. Overall, I highly recommend Stephanie as a babysitter.

- Leslie H.

Marianne L.

5.0

She did a great job ! I highly recommend her

- Ramona P.

Allison L.

5.0

My kids loved her, she was very nice to them!

- Abaz N.

Gina M.

5.0

I’m a single mom and was looking for a reliable and experienced caregiver to take care of my 5mo. daughter five days a week. Gina fed her, rocked her to sleep, read stories and took her for strolls at a nearby park. She kept my baby so happy. Beyond that, she helped me further by running errands...

- Care member

Nan V.

5.0

Nan has been the best teacher our son A. has ever had. He's got moderate autism and she strikes just the right balance between great curriculum and a firm hand to keep him focused. She has great educational insights and tailored a lesson plan to fit his needs and abilities. We're really happy we...

- Chris W.

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