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Debbie C.


Glen Cove, NY

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a loving mother of 2. Author of children's books- looking for full time. ASAP I have over 20 years experience with preemies, newborns, twins, triplets, and 5 years working in schools for special needs children. I am successful with potty training. CPR certified and comfortable with pets. I have a genuine love...
Debbie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Debbie was loving toward the children, great with them, spent the time doing activities with them, baking with them. She was also an excellent cook. The children loved her. We were very sorry to see her go. She is very trustworthy and always on time. I highly...

Laura C.

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Nigeria W.


Uniondale, NY

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Over 20 years experience working with people Diagnosed with Intellectual Disabilities, CP, Seizure Disorder, and Autism.
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Candida A.


Elmont, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Lovely Nanny Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello parents. My name is Candida. I am from a Spanish speaking country and I am US citizen and I speak English fluently. I am a loving, dedicated and experienced nanny with more than 15 years experience working with young children. My main goal is to provide a healthy, safety, learning environment in which your children feel...
Candida can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"We highly recommend Candida, as she truly loves our children as her own and you can see how much she cares about their well-being. She listens to any directions given and has been great about helping to stay later than the time we've agreed upon to help us out. She...

Maria L.

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Sarah C.


Wantagh, NY

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

I have a passion for people and I love working with children. I have been babysitting my whole life, whether it be for a church event or babysitting my cousins and neighbors. In the past I have cared for infants/newborn baby's. I also have experience working in a school environment. I am a former employee of the South Shore...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Maya N.


Queens Village, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love providing care to anyone. I'm a certified HHA with 10 years of experience. I have dealt with all types of people from children to adults including those with special needs. I've had many cases... Bed ridden Colostomy Catheter Alzheimer's Impediment etc. I can perform all aspects of activities of daily living and can work...
5.0
"Maya is a professional through and through. I trust her to take good care of my son."

Valerie B.

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Marjorie H.


East Meadow, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitting

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 grown children and one grandchild so I am quite experienced with the care and safety of children and babies Also having been a licensed nurse for many years is a help when there are special needs involved I am very safety conscious and love to care for children and have the patience and a calm temperament as well
Marjorie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Patricia O.


Merrick, NY

$17/hr

Nanny, Driver, Have Special Needs Experience

I am currently a Part-time Special Ed. teacher's Aide. I have been working in the School District for 22 years. Along with that I have worked for 2 families, caring for their children. I drove and picked them up from school, stayed with them till their parents came home, and also drove them to different functions. The second...
I have been in special needs field for over 15 years. I work closely with diverse group of people: ADD/ ADHD, Autism, Asperger's syndrome, learning disabilities, speech impairment, and non-complaint behavior. My experience have taught me the value of patience and encouragement. My skill allow me to meet the needs of every...
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Asha J.


Glen Cove, NY

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

My mom was ill with cancer. I was with her & took care of her the entire time. I have worked with children & adults with special needs for over 12 years.
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Nathalie J.


Malverne, NY

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Nathalie! I've been working with children for over 10 years now! I love watching kids learn and play! I currently work for the Department of Education. I work with special needs children and absolutely love it! Since I do work for a school during the year I am looking for a Summer job and some days during the school...
5.0
"Nathalie is a natural and so sweet! She is helping us with our 12 week old and our baby was has been at ease with Nathalie since the first day they met. Her experience with very young babies is apparent, as she is gentle, nurturing and responsible. She also does a...

Tania S.

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Drita V.


New Hyde Park, NY

$35-45/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Professional and personal 10 years plus experience with people in special needs, different age as well as diagnosis. CPR/ FIRST AID , PCT and HHA certified. Drive and have my own car. Looking forward to discuss your needs and give me a chance to make a difference with you/your loved one. Great references upon request. Thank...
5.0
"Drita has been a huge help to our family. Not only is she very knowledgeable in elder/dementia care (teaching us so much along the way), she is kind and patient. Her helping has given my father some much needed respite. And most importantly, she truly is a caring...

Laura C.

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Maribel G.


Flushing, NY

$28/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter Available

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

During my community service in High School, I volunteered at an Elementary as an after-school care helper. I helped care for kids with Special Needs and, on a regular basis, every day I would assist in caring for a class of 20 kids ranging in age from 5 to 7 years old kids. I totally loved the experience of sharing in their fun...
Maribel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Maribel is helping us with house cleaning and childcare once per week. We have known her for almost 2 years now and we couldn't have been happier with her. She is very meticulous in her work always leaving the house not only clean but also organized and looking...

Nikoletta V.

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Rukminie P.


Queens Village, NY

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part- Time/fulltime

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

why am I passionate about caring for your joy in life, because it brings me joy to see their little eye lite up. I understand that kids just need attention, and I am very good at paying attention to them at all time.
5.0
"Anyone would be very lucky to have Rukminie look after their child or children. I'm a special education teacher, and mom of 3 young girls. I've been providing early intervention services for one of the children Rukminie has been caring for, for about 7 months....

Laura R.

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Mirlande J.


Lynbrook, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

My experience includes: in Ambulatory, bed bound, special needs, dementia, Hospices and stroke patients. What ever the type of patient I have, my goal remain the same; which is providing the unconditional care.
Mirlande can also help with: Respite care, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Gina S.


Rockville Centre, NY

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver :)

Hi! My name is Gina. I'm 52 and I am a proud mother of 2 children who are now 24 and 27. I've worked in my local school district for 20+ years as a special needs aid and have absolutely adored the job. I am currently seeking something new to fill my free time with. I am passionate about caring for people and I have plenty of...
Gina can also help with: Mobility assistance, transportation, meal prep, specialized care, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

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Lauren G.


Bellmore, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Lauren and I am currently a certified 3rd grade teacher. I have taught for 5 years and babysat for many years. I previously worked in a daycare for young children. I also have experience with special needs children.
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Aidia R.


Baldwin, NY

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Aidia and I am new to care. com, but I do have babysitting experience. I have worked with children for a few years now, so I have a few years of childcare experience. I recently have been working with children with disabilities and special needs therefore, I am capable and comfortable working with children that...
Aidia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jamie C.


Levittown, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have over 15+ years of experience with kids from newborn to teens including special needs. I have my CDA, fingerprinted and am CPR certified. References available upon request!
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Keilanya P.


Little Neck, NY

$19-25/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello parents! My name is Keilanya. I have been a senior care provider for about 4 years. I worked for a family with an elderly grandmother who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's . That's when my passion as a caregiver began. Being that I also love kids, recently for about 1 year I have worked closely with a family who has a...
Keilanya can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Catalina E.


Oakland Gardens, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter With 6 Years Of Experience

Having years of experience as a sitter, I also work as a teacher assistant for children between the ages 2.5 to 5 years old. I am experienced with special needs children as well as children in universal pre-k so I am very familiar with the common core standards implemented by the Board of Ed. Working with children is my passion...
Catalina can also help with: Travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Roslyn Heights, NY

Debbie C.

5.0

Debbie was loving toward the children, great with them, spent the time doing activities with them, baking with them. She was also an excellent cook. The children loved her. We were very sorry to see her go. She is very trustworthy and always on time. I highly recommend her.

- Laura C.

Candida A.

5.0

We highly recommend Candida, as she truly loves our children as her own and you can see how much she cares about their well-being. She listens to any directions given and has been great about helping to stay later than the time we've agreed upon to help us out. She is knowledgeable with all ages,...

- Maria L.

Maya N.

5.0

Maya is a professional through and through. I trust her to take good care of my son.

- Valerie B.

Nathalie J.

5.0

Nathalie is a natural and so sweet! She is helping us with our 12 week old and our baby was has been at ease with Nathalie since the first day they met. Her experience with very young babies is apparent, as she is gentle, nurturing and responsible. She also does a great job keeping our baby...

- Tania S.

Drita V.

5.0

Drita has been a huge help to our family. Not only is she very knowledgeable in elder/dementia care (teaching us so much along the way), she is kind and patient. Her helping has given my father some much needed respite. And most importantly, she truly is a caring person.

- Laura C.

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