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Special needs caregivers in Stony Brook, NY

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Jordan P.


Stony Brook, NY

$20/hr1 yrs exp

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Hi all!! My name is Jordan and I'm 20 years old currently studying at Binghamton University, pursuing a degree in psychology. I am interested in pursuing a career in school psychology, or working with individuals and children with disabilities. I am very patient, compassionate, outgoing, reliable, hard-working, and very eager to...
Jordan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jennifer C.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver

5.0

(1)

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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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
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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Madelyn D.


Hauppauge, NY

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hi, I hope you are doing well! I recently graduated SUNY Oswego where I received my bachelor's degree in childhood education. While I was away at school I worked at a daycare with ages ranging from infancy to school-aged children. I used to work for Western Suffolk Boces as a paraprofessional with kids with special needs. I have...
Madelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Madelyn came to my home and looked after my cats while I was away. She came by at least a couple of times a day to feed and check in on them. Madelyn also let them in and out and took care of the liter boxes. When I got home my cats were happy to see me but they...

Bill H.

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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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
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.

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

CPR

First Aid

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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Jaime S.


Smithtown, NY

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Until Summer Then I Can Go Full-Time Lifeguard Also

My qualifications: -I've been a part-time babysitter since 2009 from ages 3-12. -I did full time babysitting last summer, ages 4-12. -I have experienced in babysitting special needs children. -I have been a certified lifeguard since 2010, also I am certified in CPR for all ages, certified in AED and First Aid. I student teach...
Jaime can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Jaime applied to our summer child care job and came to meet the family in person. She was absolutely lovely! She called the day of the interview to confirm, showed up on time and bonded with our kids very quickly (despite the fact that my 10 year old son was angry...

Shawna A.

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
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...

Steven B.

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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: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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

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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, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Alexandra has every quality a professional childcare provider should possess: energetic, empathetic, detail-oriented, and communicative. My 2 year old daughter and 5 year old son had a fantastic day with her and finished all the homemade food I prepared. She also...

Snow B.

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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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...
5.0
"I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son."

Meryl B.

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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, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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

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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: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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Lily M.


Smithtown, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, & Reliable Babysitter With Over 10 Years Experience

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

For over the past 19 years, working in daycare & being a nanny, I have worked with babies and children from the tender young age of 6 weeks to energetic, vibrant 12 years old. I have my bachelors degree in Early Child Study and I am currently a substitute teacher. I am a fun, friendly, crafty, reliable and nurturing sitter whom...
Lily can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"My 2 Daughters love when Lily comes to watch them. They have fun playing games, doing arts and crafts or taking a trip to the park. The house is always cleaner after she leaves! Highly recommend her to anyone. If anyone needs to hear it in person Give me a call."

Scott P.

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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: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & 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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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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Sharon M.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Future Spanish Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Sharon, I'm originally from Mexico, but I've been living in the USA for five years, I'm bilingual English-Spanish. I have over 11 years of experience with kids, including special needs, CPR, Epinephrine, and First Aide Certificated. Experience with Behavioral Skills Training (BST), Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), SCIP...
Sharon can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I absolutely loved having Sharon babysit my 2 year old and 4 year old, and will definitely be using her again. She is so great with them, even got them to go to bed which is not an easy task for anyone! My 4 year old asks for her to come back. I highly reccomend...

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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Stony Brook, NY

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.

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.

Madelyn D.

5.0

Madelyn came to my home and looked after my cats while I was away. She came by at least a couple of times a day to feed and check in on them. Madelyn also let them in and out and took care of the liter boxes. When I got home my cats were happy to see me but they didn't seem upset that I was away...

- Bill H.

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.

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.

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