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Thomas D.


Ridge, NY

$17-30/hr8 yrs exp

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I'm a loving caring person who loves to help others. It started in high school when I took BOCES for my CNA. I worked as an HHA for a year, then came to the mental health field working the medical failage. I gained much experience within my employment with FREE. Transfers, feeding tube, stoma care and carther care just to name a...
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Samantha W.


Ridge, NY

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Mary Poppins Sped Teacher

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I am Samm. I am a Special Education teacher. My availability is based on a teachers schedule, so I am available summers, weekends, and days off from school. I am looking for a Mary Poppins-type position. There is potential for this to continue during the school year but it would have to be after school, on weekends, and...
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Linda G.


Calverton, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher/ Experienced Child Care Provider Available For P/t Position

3.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a mature, responsible and caring Preschool Educator/ child care provider. Also a mother of two grown daughters. I hold an Associates degree in Early Childhood Education, and am a Certified Day Care provider. My experience ranges from p/t babysitter to F/T nanny. I have cared for children from infants through teens,...
Linda can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"I wish there were more stars to rate, Linda would earn them all! Linda was my daughter's full time nanny from 6 months old into her toddler years. She is creative, energetic, loving and kind. Her extensive experience with early child development was priceless in...

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Tyler J.


Manorville, NY

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

For almost a year now I have worked with someone who has a developmental disability and some physical disabilities. I have also babysat since I was 12. Additionally, I was a caretaker for someone with dementia for a short period of time as well.
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Suzanne J.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Suzanne, I am 53 yrs old, I have worked in a Nursing home for 15 yrs and I also have worked for Special Needs Adults and Children.
5.0
"Suzie has been an excellent caretaker to my son and daughter and she has become a member of our family! She always goes above and beyond and will treat your child like they are one of her own! She is reliable, punctual, experienced as well as patient, loving and...

Gina T.

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Jennifer C.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Ive had about a year or 2 of caring for seniors and also children with special needs. I love helping people and I enjoy being part of ones life in need. I'm responsible and a compassionate person.
Jennifer can also help with: Visiting physician, hospice services, dementia
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be interested in hiring her. "

Emil R.

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Felicia C.


Mount Sinai, NY

$30/hr20 yrs exp

Retired School Teacher

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: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

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.

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Kristina V.


Medford, NY

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Worked in the special needs field. Love kids and known to be the babysitter for all the younger kids in my family. Willing to help around the house as well as watch the kids. Very family oriented person and willing to make your family part of that!
Kristina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Kristina was an excellent child care provider for our family. She was so amazing with our children! They responded so well to her. We never worried when we were at work that our kids were in good hands. She was always on time, dependable, polite, and caring. She...

Joan L.

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Luiza P.


Calverton, NY

$27-30/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Luiza! An East Hampton local with 8 years of babysitting experience. Currently located in Calverton but willing to commute. I have experience babysitting children of all ages. I am looking for a full time nanny job for the summer starting July to end of August. I have a car and a clean license. Also, I love pets! I have...
Luiza can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
5.0
"Luiza is all you want in a sitter. She is punctual, friendly, helpful, easy and great w kids and professional in every way. My daughter loves her!"

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Chynel W.


Coram, NY

$18-33/hr10 yrs exp

Made For This

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, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:

Wound Care

CNA

CPR

5.0
"She's a very good hard worker very dependable always on time"

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Miranda H.


Selden, NY

$23-42/hr8 yrs exp

Positive, Compassionate Care Giver For A Variety Of Individual Needs

Hi! Im Miranda, I have 10 years experience from early child hood education to serving individuals with developmental delays within school and residential environments. I am a teaching assistant (NYS) I am SCIP certified, CPR/AED certified, ABA certified, first aid certified, and many other certifications. I have a lengthy...
5.0
"Miranda was my babysitter for about a year and a half for my now 3.5 year old. She was amazing! She was always punctual, caring, professional and most importantly great with my son. I’m a single dad so needed someone to watch my son while I worked and Miranda...

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Bonnie L.


Mount Sinai, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Working Educated Profess. Experienced Behavioral Intervention Specialist. Availability Varies.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a parent trainer and a Behavior Intervention Specialist. I work for a few organizations, and hold experience working with families since 1998. My work is focused on how to best support the need of the children and provide tools and education to their parents.
5.0
"Bonnie is smart, kind, mature and helpful. She has a great energy about her and has been a wonderful asset to our special needs teen. She is extremely goal driven and is helping our teen grow in her independence."

Deanna N.

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Kelly M.


Shirley, NY

$30-46/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available, Senior caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dedicated and loyal Companion/Caregiver. I know first hand the importance of maintaining peace of mind knowing that someone caring and compassionate is taking care of a loved one. Over 20 years personal and professional experience. Caring for my own family members, including dementia, hospice, and end of life care. Over 20 years...
Kelly can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Cared for my great aunt for several years. Took care of errands, laundry, and meals. Watched TV with her as well as played cards and assisted with her walking periodically as she was wheelchair bound (which I have to say lit up my aunts eyes like you wouldn't...

Adam S.

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Allie R.


Coram, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced, Professional And Outgoing Nanny!

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, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, 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.

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Alexandra B.


Selden, NY

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Hi Parents! Outgoing & Energetic 34 Year Old Professional Caregiver

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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."

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Felicia C.


Mount Sinai, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

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...
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Christine K.


Shirley, NY

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hello, My name is Christine and thank you for looking at my profile. I am currently looking for a part time babysitting or nanny job. I have my Bachelor's degree in Child Study as well as a Master's Degree in Early Childhood. I also have experience working with children who are autistic and have special needs. I have a very...
Christine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hey! I'm Emily! I am a recent college graduate looking for part time work to help with my student loans. I'm a fun and outgoing babysitter! I also have experience with special needs care having worked at DDI for over a year! I am able to accommodate any dietary restrictions or allergies.
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Mia H.


Medford, NY

$27-50/hr3 yrs exp

I'm passionate about helping children discover their potential and grow into happy, healthy individuals. With 3 years of experience caring for children, I have a knack for creating a safe and nurturing environment where kids thrive. My patience, creativity, and friendly demeanor make me a natural caregiver. I believe in...
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Cynthia D.


Selden, NY

$13-19/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Great With Kiddos

Hello I am Cynthia. I am 25 years old almost 26 and a mommy of 2 amazing babies. I have a 2-year-old and a 4-month-old who I prefer to take with me if possible. I have been babysitting for 10 years and I have experience with multiples as I have babysat for twins/triplets. I also have experience with special needs kids because my...
Cynthia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ridge, NY

Linda G.

5.0

I wish there were more stars to rate, Linda would earn them all! Linda was my daughter's full time nanny from 6 months old into her toddler years. She is creative, energetic, loving and kind. Her extensive experience with early child development was priceless in my daughter's formative years....

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Suzanne J.

5.0

Suzie has been an excellent caretaker to my son and daughter and she has become a member of our family! She always goes above and beyond and will treat your child like they are one of her own! She is reliable, punctual, experienced as well as patient, loving and kind. If you hire Suzie your children...

- Gina T.

Jennifer C.

5.0

Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be interested in hiring her.

- Emil R.

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.

Kristina V.

5.0

Kristina was an excellent child care provider for our family. She was so amazing with our children! They responded so well to her. We never worried when we were at work that our kids were in good hands. She was always on time, dependable, polite, and caring. She has a great attitude, and always left...

- Joan L.

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