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Special needs caregivers in Sayville, NY

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Melissa S.


Bay Shore, NY

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter Available

5.0

(2)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 28-year-old former CNA with plenty of experience with children including special needs children as well. Iv worked in two different elementary schools over three years so working with large groups of children is something I'm well at as well. I'm CPR certified and have a clean driving record. I'm very friendly, outgoing...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"For the time Melissa watched our baby girl, she's always been punctual and dependable. She even helped adjust our baby to taking naps in her crib!"

Josseline M.

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Wendy M.


Oakdale, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Exceptional Experienced Sitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have recent experience providing child care for children and special needs kids. I enjoyed playing games, arts & crafts, providing meals and transportation to various activities. I am dog friendly and able to tidy up and help with homework. In the past I have volunteered at church working in both the nursery and teaching...
Wendy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Pleasure to have working with my family. Never missed a day of work the whole time she was with us. Very organized and dependable great with children "

Amy H.

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Jackie M.


Holtsville, NY

$19-26/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Working With All Kids!!!

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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jackie has babysat my kids for years for date nights! We love her, she is super fun and energetic, and always coming up with fun activities/games."

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Karen D.


Holbrook, NY

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny/babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I have two grown children of my own and can appreciate the importance of your endeavor. I have worked at a middle school for 10+ years helping children with special needs. I can assist with homework after school activities and play dates The school does background check so that should provide some extra peace of mind...
Karen can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"Karen is a lovely woman. Never did we have to worry about someone not tending to our children. She was great with homework and keeping the kids occupied. My kids like to be outside playing and she was always up for anything. I never had to worry about texting and...

Kerri O.

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Mackenzie M.


Islip, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there I am Mackenzie! I have 10 years of experience with babysitting- from newborns to teenagers along with children with special needs. I can help with any Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation that is needed. I am the oldest of 5 children along with being a full time substitute teacher. I am currently pursuing my Master's...
Mackenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Mackenzie was amazing with my three children. She baked brownie cookies with them and helped them with homework when they struggled. I highly recommend hiring her you won't regret it. My kids always ask me "When's Macky coming back". My children shortened her name...

Ava M.

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Anweshi D.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$49-50/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Anweshi is a very reliable and fantastic tutor. I highly recommend her!"

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Fathima D.


Selden, NY

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

I have more than 5 years of experience working with children I can help with some homework also have experience working with special need children. I am a special education teacher assistant.
Fathima can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Stacey C.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$28-30/hr2 yrs exp

Helping Hands

Unexpectedly, I had to take care of an extended family member. With minimal experience, I learned to bring her back to Health I had to advocate for a woman with special needs. Know when to call an ambulance. Know when to call a Doctor Know when an attorney was needed for being declined for a rehab! Wrapping it with her coming...
Stacey can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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Gina T.


Central Islip, NY

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello my name is Gina I have much experience in elderly care. I worked for an agency, but they no longer needed me for that patient so I'm looking for something on my own. I also worked for eight years with special needs children. I'm looking for something part-time local retired from my other job available , I would like to...
Gina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Dyshonia B.


Medford, NY

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Private Duty Nurse

I started out as a home health aid over 12 years ago. I am currently a LPN. I absolutely love caring for others. I've worked with so many different individuals with different stories including senior, children and those with special needs. But facilities and/or communities arent the right fit for me. There arent many things I...
Dyshonia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, transportation, errands & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Home Health Aide

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Jaclyn P.


Islandia, NY

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have worked with children throughout my life, particularly with special needs. I graduated with an Early Childhood Education at Suffolk County Community College. I have worked at a special needs preschool for 2 years. I am reliable, patient, and caring.
Jaclyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Madison L.


Patchogue, NY

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

I love kids and performing fun activities. Crafts and playing outside to cuddling down at night time with movies and snacks is why I love my job. I'm an auntie and a big sister. I have experience with special needs as well as medical emergency's.
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Maria P.


Islip, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable ,caring And Patient.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 20 years working with special needs children from ages 5 thur 21 . With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Afeisha S.


Coram, NY

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Compassionate Child Caregiver

Hi! My name is Afeisha, a proud mom of two beautiful kids with many bonus babies as well. I have worked with kids, including some with special needs for more than 10 years, and I love what I do and am dedicated to every family I work with. I've had the chance to work in homes and in the classroom as a lead infant teacher....
Afeisha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Shayna M.


Coram, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable And Educated Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping, errands, and cooking/preparing meals as well as after school activities. I have worked as a childcare aide in my district as well as a program director for a middle school program. I'm ok with pets and I don't smoke. I'm not one to put the child in front of a tv...
Shayna can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Jeanette B.


Bay Shore, NY

$25-50/hr8 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher And Support

As a dedicated educator with a passion for working with special needs students, I am committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported. Throughout the summer, I will provide personalized instruction and activities tailored to meet the unique needs of each child. My goal is...
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Kaylee F.


Brentwood, NY

$30-45/hr1 yrs exp

Ready To Have Fun!

Hi, my name is Kaylee, I'm 20 years old, and I would love to work with your family! I'm currently in college studying to be an Elementary School teacher, and I've been working in a Special Needs Preschool for 1 year. I'm willing to do anything with your kids, and I'm available whenever you need me! Thank You!
Kaylee can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
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Merisa W.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny/Housekeeper Looking For A Full Time Job!!

I have been a babysitter since the age of 13 from watching my four siblings to watching family and friends' children. I also have a son 7year-old. I've worked with children from ages 1-15. I have worked as a housekeeper so I'm very well trained in cleaning and household chores. I love playing games with kids and helping them...
Merisa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

I'm 19 years old and a nursing student at County Community College. I am currently an LPN and going back to college for my RN. In September, I'm going back to college and all my classes are in the morning so my availability will change. I am available M-F all day. I have many years of experience with babysitting children from 6...
Vincenza can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Susan S.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care/Senior Care/Special Needs

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I can care for children of different age groups, and strive to make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and safe... I believe children need structure and direction, while at the same time patience and hugs.. Depending on the age of the children), I structure the day also, with activities, nap times, meal times, snacks,...
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sayville, NY

Melissa S.

5.0

For the time Melissa watched our baby girl, she's always been punctual and dependable. She even helped adjust our baby to taking naps in her crib!

- Josseline M.

Wendy M.

5.0

Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with my family. Anyone would be lucky to have her.

- Andrea I.

Jackie M.

5.0

Jackie has babysat my kids for years for date nights! We love her, she is super fun and energetic, and always coming up with fun activities/games.

- Care member

Karen D.

5.0

Karen is great! She cared for our 3 kids after school. She was always on time and helped manage unpacking, homework, and helping to straighten up. We also trusted her to drive them safely to and from activities.

- Carrie Y.

Mackenzie M.

5.0

Mackenzie was great with our 3 kids. They all had a great time with her while mom and dad went out for a night and Mackenzie was excellent about communicating with us. Would definitely use her again and highly recommend!

- Jessica B.

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