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Special needs caregivers in Shelter Island, NY

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Lisa S.


Shelter Island, NY

$30-50/hr1 yrs exp

Reliable, Educated And Energetic Helper!

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I have experiences with CPSE, EI, ABA, companion care, childcare and pet care. I am mature, energetic and creative. I am a person that you can trust and rely on for multiple tasks.
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Lisa H.


Cutchogue, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible And Loving Mother Of Three Adult Children.

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been employed by the mattituck/cutchogue public school for the past 6+ years in their special education department where I work closely with students with special needs.
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Our family was visiting the North Fork from California, and Lisa babysat so we could have a night out while our kids were in bed. She arrived after bedtime, but I would have felt extremely comfortable with her watching them while they were awake too. Lisa is an...

Adam A.

Hello, my name is Viviane, I am 47 years old and have been working as a elderly caregiver throughout my college years in my home country of Switzerland. I moved to the US 24 years ago. I have worked for a family in East Hampton taking care of their elderly parents. I am looking for night shift work as my kids have gotten older....
Viviane can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
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Jessica F.


Bridgehampton, NY

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver With Extreme Passion

I started as an aid in Bridgehampton school district in 2014 After the first year I decided to get my TA certificate. I decided to stay working as an aid because bridgehampton with pay 100% for any continuing education. I then decided to get my RBT and am currently a behavioral therapist as well. I put my heart into every child...
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Devon R.


East Hampton, NY

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hello! My name is Devon. I am a 28-year-old professional. I am a graduate of Duke University where I played D1 lacrosse and now work remotely as a Producer at a award winning Marketing agency. I'm a very active person & maintaining a vibrant, healthy lifestyle is of utmost importance to me. I am a creative, kind-hearted...
Devon can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Chloe G.


Bridgehampton, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a recently graduated university student who loves children and is very energetic. I have about 10 years of experience working with children of all ages, as well as program training with special needs individuals. I am CPR certified, can cook, and am a very strong swimmer. I am happy to help out with any household needs as...
Chloe can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Angelica Z.


East Hampton, NY

$30-35/hr9 yrs exp

Artistic Fun Sitter

Hey there! I am new to the city and new to Care. com, however I have 9 years of experience mostly in Amagansett and East Hampton. I can help with travel and car pooling, as needed. Safety is my first priority, as well as learning the parents rules and boundaries for their child. I like getting to know them and their tiny...
Angelica can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
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Viviane C.


Sag Harbor, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Mom Of Six Kids

Hello, my name is Viviane and I am looking to take care of children. My youngest is 10 and the oldest is already 23 years old. I'm reliable, somewhat flexible regarding time as my older girls are able to look after the younger ones. I have plenty of experience with children. My son who's 13 is on the autism spectrum, so I'm...
Viviane can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Sherwyn H.


Sag Harbor, NY

$46-50/hr10 yrs exp

Handy And Willing To Help

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Respiratory Care. I have Home care experience and sub acute care experience as well as acute care experience. I love Being a Nurse and I am passionate about what I do.
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Sarah M.


East Hampton, NY

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Former International English Teacher - Special Needs Experience - Loves Kids!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My journey working with children began at 12, and since then, I've gained extensive experience caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs such as autism. I have worked in clinical settings, as a live-in nanny, and as an English teacher in Vietnam for children as young as three, as well as high school and...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

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Jean P.


Southold, NY

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver Available

I have plus 20 years as a care giver. I have just finished a course for certification as a CNA. I have worked with children, adults and seniors.
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Gina G.


Riverhead, NY

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

I am a mother of two boys and I absolutely love being a caregiver. I have been taking care of people of all ages for many years now. I specialize in private home care. I am very responsible, trustworthy, caring and reliable. I can provide excellent references upon request. Please feel free to give me a call, I would love to meet...
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Katie L.


Westbrook, CT

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Long Time Early Childhood Educator

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

It takes a village to raise a child and while many of us resonate with this age old adage, our culture is simply not set up for the modern family to reap the benefits of community support flowing in from all directions. I thrive off creating nurturing bonds with children and engaging with them in authentic and creative ways....
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Katie is incredibly gifted with children. She has tons of experience and wisdom. She will care for your children in a way that allows them to have their feelings, work through conflict, and care for themselves and others. They will be respected and listened to...

Kate V.

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Kathryn N.


Old Saybrook, CT

$10-15/hr

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Although I have not directly assisted a special needs person, doesn't mean I don't have tons of experience with it. Throughout middle school and high school I watched my dear friend live with multiple learning and physical difficulties. We met in my study skills class, because I too have learning disabilities; ADD and Dyslexia....
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Katie L.


Westbrook, CT

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Graduate Student In Early Childhood Special Education, Former Autism Play Therapist : Yoga For Kids Certified

Hello, Katie Liljedahl here and I am a graduate student at UC Denver studying Early Childhood Special Education. I began my work with children with special needs upon graduating college with a BA in English and nannying for a family with three children. The youngest child had cerebellum ataxia and was non ambulatory. I...
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Hendrik J.


Mattituck, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, Professional Big Ole Teddy Bear.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Hendrik. I'm 29 and south African. I love swimming and the outdoors but I'm also a big geek and love books and gaming. I have been working in the care industry almost 10 years and have had such an amazing experience from taking care of infants to being a companion for seniors... I have done it all from assisting...
Hendrik can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Hendrik was a wonderful companion for my husband who is frail & has mobility issues. He was always respectful & empathetic to his needs. Most of all he inspired trust & it was always a pleasure to be with him. "

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Laurie B.


Riverhead, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care provider

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Laurie and I have over 30 years of experience as a nursing assistant/home health aide/companion. I have worked with special needs children. I am CPR certified. Please feel free to view my detailed profile under Elder Care and contact me with any questions you may have. I live in Moriches.
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Sandra A.


Montauk, NY

$48/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care/ House Cleaning

I am a CNA/HHA I work in hospitality most of my life but am presently working as a care giver, with over 10 years of experience in a skilled nursing home, and private cases I would like a chance, to be a part of a family that can appreciate me and respect me as I do the same and care for there love one assisting them with day to...
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Mitchell C.


Southampton, NY

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Hampton's Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 21-year-old pre-med student at Tulane University with a ton of experience taking care of children ages 4-14. For five Summers, I served as a counselor at a well-known day camp in East Hampton, and I have a passion for keeping kids happy and engaged. I have also spent four years tutoring and babysitting children with...
Mitchell can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

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Alyssa K.


Westbrook, CT

$17-25/hr

Paraprofessional

I've been working as a paraprofessional in an elementary school for the past year and have grown to love working with children with special needs. I've learned how complex yet intelligent they are and have made amazing progress with them throughout the year. I work on self help skills (potty training, bathing, hair brushing...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Shelter Island, NY

Lisa H.

5.0

Our family was visiting the North Fork from California, and Lisa babysat so we could have a night out while our kids were in bed. She arrived after bedtime, but I would have felt extremely comfortable with her watching them while they were awake too. Lisa is an excellent communicator, She's someone...

- Adam A.

Katie L.

5.0

I had the privilege of teaching preschool with Katie at Alphabet Academy. She is kind, creative and passionate about working with children. She always goes above and beyond to support every child in their intellectual curiosity and social emotional growth. Katie is beloved by all of the children...

- Starry K.

Hendrik J.

5.0

I would recommend him to anyone. Took great care of my mother in law and was a great team player with all the aids.

- Care member

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