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Dawn R.


Sound Beach, NY

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

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I have just retired after working as a special education teaching assistant for 33 years. I have experience working with children of all ages that have different needs. I am mom of three wonderful kids and one dogs. I have cared for children in their home setting for many years as well. I am looking to remain active in...
Hello! I am an experience babysitter seeking a part time position in the afternoon. I currently work in an elementary school as a teacher's assistant & I am getting my masters in special education. I have experience working with children of all ages and with special needs. I love to engage with them and help them with whatever...
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Dawn R.


Sound Beach, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher's Assistant For 25 Years Looking For Part-Time Work After School Hours.

I have been a Special Education teacher's assistant for 32 years. I have had experience with all different age groups with a variety of special needs. I have cared for many families children. Recently I worked for a family for 6 years. The children are older now and I am looking to provide care for another families children and...
Dawn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Chynel W.


Coram, NY

$18-33/hr10 yrs exp

Made For This

5.0

(2)

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, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

CNA

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

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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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Taylor H.


East Setauket, NY

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Occasional Babysitting

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My current availability is date nights and any other occasional times! Unfortunately I'm not available for any full time positions at this time. Thank you for your interest! Hi, my name is Taylor! I have over 10 years experience as a babysitter, four years as a nanny, and taught at a summer science camp for kids ages 5-11 for...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Taylor is absolutely amazing. She provided care for my first when he was just 5 months old and still at 5 years old! She has a knack for sustaining their attention and making those in her care beg to see her more often. She is punctual and trustworthy. i never need...

Jennifer G.

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Lauren M.


Centereach, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a nanny and have 7 years of experience, I am CPR and first aid certified. Currently working with special needs adults and I work as a nanny to a lovely couple on the weekends. I love working with kids it brings me such joy and I am looking for a full time position, hopefully long term. I love children they are so joyful and...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Very sweet with my daughter, always on time. Kept a consistent work quality."

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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: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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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Suzanne J.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

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: Hospice services, visiting physician, 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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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Alexandra was great! Punctual, responsible, communicative, and wonderful with the kids. They "love her times 100" :)"

Lauren T.

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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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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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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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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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Alyssa C.


East Setauket, NY

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hi my name is Alyssa. I am 26 years old. I have been working with kids since I was 15. I have worked with every age group. I was a preschool teacher, substitute teacher. I have my bachelors degree. I also, have experience with disabled kids and special needs kids. I have been a nanny for a year. I also, taught dance and...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Alyssa has been babysitting my children for 5 years now and I have seen her become a preschool teacher and grow with the children. It is wonderful she is absolutely wonderful with the children. I would recommend her to babysit."

Michelle G.

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Kathleen B.


Wading River, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Special Needs Caregiver

I have worked with children most of my adult life. I am the mother of 4 grown children the youngest being 23. I was employed at Wading River Elementary School and Just Kids in Ridge. I am currently a nanny in the am. I enjoy sports, crafts, reading and games. I have tons of patience and a great sense of humor.
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
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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: Errands, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Licensed Nurse

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Chris L.


Coram, NY

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

My experience and drive with caring for the special needs population derived from my close relationship to my best friends' brother. Helping him with daily activities and more importantly building a friendship drove me to work in this field and start my career at Maryhaven Center of Hope. I worked at Maryhaven for several...
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Angela G.


Coram, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

2/3 days a week Hello, I'm 35 years old living in Coram. My husband and I just had a baby girl she will be two months soon. I have been a teacher/ nanny for over 10 years. Absolutely love taking care of little ones. Experienced with all ages, twins and special needs. Non smoker pet lover and CPR certified. I've also done...
Angela can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sound Beach, NY

Chynel W.

5.0

I like how sweet she was and well spoken.very experienced with my needs as well.she was very caring to me

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Taylor H.

5.0

Taylor is absolutely amazing. She provided care for my first when he was just 5 months old and still at 5 years old! She has a knack for sustaining their attention and making those in her care beg to see her more often. She is punctual and trustworthy. i never need to worry when Taylor is watching...

- Jennifer G.

Lauren M.

5.0

Very sweet with my daughter, always on time. Kept a consistent work quality.

- Care member

Allie R.

5.0

Allie is a stellar caregiver. She is kind and patient with our kids. They do not feel comfortable around everyone, so it's nice to see. Allie's little boy is also adorable and sweet and he plays with our toddler so Allie is able to focus on our baby. I cannot recommend Allie enough.

- Steven B.

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.

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