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I have worked with children with special needs in the past in an educational setting as an intern as assistant teacher and I find helping those who have difficulties very rewarding due to my own learning as a child being alternative in nature I find I can be very helpful to those who struggle with alternative learning styles. I...
Terri M.
Red Hook, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
RN Experienced With Special Needs Available To Provide Loving Care For Your Child
I am a licensed RN. I recently retired from nys teaching a medication administration and CPR classes to direct care workers. Although I signed up with Care.com years ago, I have not yet worked for a family with care.com. I am currently working per diem as a certified teachers assistant and have worked with children in preschool,...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am wonderful help for your family. I have completed my PCA certificate and help you with your special needs family. I have worked for both home care, and have worked at Devereux in Red Hook as kitchen staff. I would also be willing to be paid via CDPAP, if applicable. If you need help, contact me with any thing you need.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for children, special needs individuals & the elderly. My favorite part about the work is finding ways to really connect with people, make them feel seen & heard-that my presence is more than just a task! It's a great way to connect with all sorts of people and to learn about human psychology in general...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have a son who is differently abled. I worked as a nurse for a preschool and a special needs school. I currently work per diem for a local school district as a certified teachers assistant.
Terri can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Terri M.
Red Hook, NY
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have experience working as an RN in homecare supervising cna's, working in urgent care, working at a preschool and special needs school, working in the psychiatric unit of a local hospital, and teaching a medication course to direct care workers who work with differently abled adults in group homes.
Personally I have...
Terri can also help with: Transportation, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
I truly love working with children of all ages and needs. I worked in health and fitness for many years as a youth athletics coach, kids Zumba instructor and CO-program creator for a special needs children's boot camp program. I love anything and everything artistic and creative involving children's activities! Lastly I've spent...
Heather can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Kara C.
Pine Plains, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Supervisor in a home for children with disabilities.
G-tube trained
CPR/first aid certified.
10 years plus experience with same individual with autism
Letters of recommendation from private families
Alyssa C.
Elizaville, NY
$19-24/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi my name is Alyssa. I used to work with a little girl who had a very rare disease that she was 5 years old but she had learning abilities as a 2-year-old and wasn't responsive. I do sometimes have my own son with me as well who is 15 months old.
I have a brother with disabilities he has autism. I've been around people with special needs my whole life. I'm very good with them. I hope I could be the right fit for your family.
I'm a mother and educator with a background in dance and literacy. Im passionate about caring for children of all ages. I have worked in private schools as well as with special needs students and have a philosophy of whole child care. I'm happy to assist with virtual learning, or to simply allow your child to play and relax in a...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Kara S.
Stanfordville, NY
$18-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Kara!
I have an associates degree in art education and am continuing my studies at SUNY New Paltz.
I was most recently employed as a preschool teacher which I loved, but I was particularly drawn to helping my students who had difficulties in the classroom. I find it most rewarding to work closely with those that struggle...
Hi there! I have a couple years of experience working with disabled adults, teens, and adolescent children!!
5.0
(12)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I worked with children for many years. I've cared for the elderly before teaching and also worked with children of special needs. I came back to where I love being and that is with the elder.
I've been caring for the elderly for over 28years. I've worked in nursing homes and privately in many homes. I'm experienced with...
Cindy can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"I am a home health care physical therapist and had had the pleasure of working with clients that Cindy cares for. She takes her job seriously and genuinely cares about her clients and their families. She is skilled, attentive and willing to follow through with...
Carolyn G.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Marina, I've been working as a nanny for 14 years. I'm current working part time for a family in New Paltz since 2018 taking care of one child who's 6 years old now. I'm responsible for picking her up after school, giving snack, taking to activities, park and light housekeeping.
I also worked for a family in...
Marina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marina came to watch our two kids (3&1) for a date night. Another review mentions this, you can instantly tell that Marina is incredibly kind and she connected with both kids instantly. She arrived a few minutes early and was really attentive to the details of our...
Kate B.
5.0
(3)
Hi my name is Cindy I have one son 23.
I worked as a Montessori teacher for many years and had my own little private school/daycare for 8years. I've also cared the elderly for the past 8 years.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My medical training began at Morristown Memorial Hospital (Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ) in 1973 as a medical-surgical technician. I have worked as a nursing assistant in Hawaii and Europe.
In my more recent role, I provided long-term care to an individual who succumbed to a traumatic brain injury.
My medical and...
James can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"James has been an excellent caregiver for my dad over the past 18 months. As the needs of our family changed, James demonstrated flexibility and creativity in helping us adapt to the changes. In the beginning, we need help just once a day a few times each week. At...
Melinda M.
Allison Y.
Ulster Park, NY
$25-27/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.2
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Allison! Here's a little bit about what I'm experienced in; I am a certified EMT with CPR, First Aid, BLS. I've been an EMT since 2021 with well over 4, 000 diverse calls under my belt. I've got a lot of experience with special needs, developmental disorders, emotional disorders, mental health, elderly,...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She was a big help with the kids and around the house. She took the kids out to the parks, stores to learn about food groups and money, the local libraries story time and a whole bunch of other places. My kids absolutely loved her and it made my husband and I feel...
Alyssa S.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kayla. I'm 25 years old. I've been nannying professionally since I was 17. I've nannied in both NY & Florida. I am CPR certified. I also have experience with special needs children. I have experience will all ages of children, including infants as young as 4 weeks old. I currently nanny full time for a family in...
Kayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kayla was on time, professional, and extremely sweet to our little boy. She texted hourly updates—a helpful thing for a new parent—and made our experience great. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Olivia. I have my Masters in Childhood Education and am a NY state certified teacher in grades 1-6. I have over 15 years of childcare experience, from teaching, to tutoring and nannying. I have experience with children of all ages (infants-teens), genders, and abilities.
For fall 2024, I am seeking...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Olivia babysat my one year old on a regular basis last year, and I highly recommend her. She is a very patient, kind, and empathetic person, a demeanor that is well suited for taking care of small children. What's more, she's enthusiastic and warm, and she's...
Sarah H.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Red Hook, NY
Cindy H.
5.0
I am a home health care physical therapist and had had the pleasure of working with clients that Cindy cares for. She takes her job seriously and genuinely cares about her clients and their families. She is skilled, attentive and willing to follow through with requests from a therapist such as...
- Carolyn G.
Marina S.
5.0
Marina is WONDERFUL, we absolutely love her. She is so warm and kind to my son. She smiles and laughs and plays. Marina is also generous with the light-housekeeping aspect :) You can trust that your child is in excellent hands.
- Care member
James H.
5.0
James has been an excellent caregiver for my dad over the past 18 months. As the needs of our family changed, James demonstrated flexibility and creativity in helping us adapt to the changes. In the beginning, we need help just once a day a few times each week. At the end, James often came to care...
- Melinda M.
Allison Y.
5.0
I hired Allison to help with the kids when we come up to the rental every month. She’s been with us for a few months now and I think it’s time to write our review. Allison is so kind and compassionate. She works hard and ensures each of my kids feels safe, included, and comfortable. She’s taken them...
- Madeline W.
Kayla F.
5.0
Kayla was on time, professional, and extremely sweet to our little boy. She texted hourly updates—a helpful thing for a new parent—and made our experience great.
- Care member
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