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Special needs caregivers in Suffern, NY

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Athena S.


Suffern, NY

$18-23/hr

Nanny

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I have been a nanny for over 10 years. I really enjoy bonding with children and their families. I also have experience with special needs children.
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Elise K.


Suffern, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Elise! I come from a background of education, and I have experience working with a variety of different types of children, including those with disabilities. I hold both an AS and a BS in Education, and an MS in School Counseling. I am currently certified as a School Counselor in 4 US states (NY, NJ, PA, CT), and am...
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Sanelisiwe M.


Suffern, NY

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

I am a reliable babysitter with over 8 years of experience, including 4 years of care for children with special needs. I am an Excellent listener, Fun and engaging, Caring, compassionate, and patient. I have a First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate. I enjoy being surrounded by children because of their imagination, innocence, and...
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Michele R.


Suffern, NY

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Exceptional Caregiver -

Mother of young adult children who wants to ease the burden of all your "motherly" tasks, from education, child rearing, light housekeeping, grocery shopping, cooking, errands and more... Experience with TWINS and SPECIAL NEEDS. Friendly, energetic, well spoken and mannered, great communication and people skills. Very...
Michele can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Debra B.


New City, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

VERY RELIABLE CARE GIVER

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 60-year-old mother of two college graduated children. I have a brother who is mentally challenged. I was a caregiver for my sister in-law who had dementia. I worked as a teacher's asst. for 16 years with special needs students with autism, down syndrome .
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Eleanora Z.


Saddle River, NJ

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Eleanora. I have 12 years experience and living in an nursing home. My experience includes: cooking, changing, cleaning, bathing, medication moderator, feeding, and many more. I worked in a 33-bed adult care facility. I helped organize workshops for the members. I participated in over-night care on a regular basis. I...
Eleanora can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, respite care, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Eleanora has been caring for seniors for approximately 20 years she is the most dependable caring responsible person she can think on her feet in situations that arise and handle them in a safe and calm manner."

Cate K.

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Lauren C.


Ringwood, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver - Speech Therapist And Certified Teacher!

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I am a licensed and certified speech therapist specializing in early language development and currently working with children ages 2-7. I earned my masters degree in speech-language pathology from NYU and have a BS in psychology/sociology from Fordham University. I have experience babysitting/nannying children ages newborn-14...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Since starting with us over a year ago, Lauren has become a member of our family. She is incredibly reliable, nurturing, punctual, and loving towards our children and always keeps their best interest in the forefront of all she does. We are truly blessed to have...

Keli J.

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Susan D.


Congers, NY

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Susan and I work at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern NY. I'm accustomed to dealing with 50+ patients per day including special needs patients. I'm very friendly, caring and outgoing. I love making patients feel comfortable as most people do not care to be in a hospital!
Susan can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
5.0
"Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother. "

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Rachael W.


Southfields, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Looking For A Live In Position For As Many Days As Possible

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm a CNA and HHA. Also obtained my AS and half way through my BA in human services/psychology. For most cases, I'm overqualified, but I love what I do so much so I stay in this field. I stand for integrity in every single thing I do. I am honest and hard working with a good sense of humor and always with a smile on my...
Rachael can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Rachael cared for my grandfather for many years up until he passed away. We’re so very grateful to have had her through it all. She never missed a day of work and was always such a joy. She always takes initiative, she’s very compassionate, always prompt and is an...

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Gillian D.


Sloatsburg, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitting More Than Turing A Tv On

Hi families !! My name is Gillian and I would love to work with your children. I have 8 years of experience babysitting and am currently in college to become a teacher. I have done two 600 hour student teaching experiences at East Longmeadow middle school and Longmeadow middle school. Throughout my high school years I worked at...
Gillian can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Gillian has been babysitting in the neighborhood for years. I have been her supervisor for the last 3 years that she worked as a lifeguard at our HOA lake. She is certified in first aid and CPR. What makes Gillian a stand out is the connections she makes with the...

Mary M.

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Rosetta T.


Waldwick, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Sweet Caring Girl Looking To Join A Nice Family To Be An Extension Of Them To Care For Loved Ones

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, hard working, trustworthy. I'm looking for a position where I can become part of your family that's long term. Communication is important to me. I'm fun, energetic, responsible, and patient. I am CPR/First Aid Certified in infants/children and Adults and have obtained a Child Day...
Rosetta can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Rosetta is extremely easy to deal with. She is great at following instructions and communicates thoroughly and efficiently. She plays well with the kids, bringing them outside whenever possible, and does well disciplining the kids when necessary, keeping them well...

Phil S.

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Abby D.


Waldwick, NJ

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

My name is Abby, I am 24 years old and I love caring for children. I have been babysitting since the age of 14 and am looking for opportunities to babysit while I am studying for my masters. I also have experience babysitting for children with special needs. I have a BA in Psychology from Stockton University and beginning a...
Abby can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

I like working with kids because I'm very active I can take care special needs care Twins /multiples Comfortable with pets CPR training Early child development coursework
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Rochel L.


West Nyack, NY

$15-32/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter

My name is Rochel and I love children! I have been working with children for a bunch of years now. Currently I work in a pediatric Dentist office as a hygienist that specializes in children and special needs. I love connecting with kids and sharing experiences with them. I am great with babysitting and other house chores as...
Rochel can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Melissa F.


Monsey, NY

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Melissa and I'm a compassionate caregiver with extensive experience working with individuals with special needs. I specialize in providing personalized care to help those I work with live more fulfilling lives. I'm CPR and first aid certified and has a flexible schedule to fit your family's needs. I am...
Melissa can also help with: Dementia, meal prep
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Brianne H.


Nanuet, NY

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Brianne, and I am a second year master's student at Teachers College, Columbia University. I have had a great deal of experience serving as a part-time caregiver, as well as a teacher assistant, tutor, and mentor in public and non-public elementary and middle schools, working on education-related research initiatives,...
Brianne can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kaite O.


Park Ridge, NJ

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter And Tutor

Hi, my name is Kaite and I'm 33. I have Bachelor's degree in Childhood Education and Special Education. I am a NJ certified teacher. I am a Special Education Elementary school teacher. I have many years of experience with students with special needs. I am also trained in Orton Gillingham Reading program, for helping students who...
Kaite can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Nukri L.


Mahwah, NJ

$30-50/hr20 yrs exp

I Am Working As A Caregiver In USA.

Reliable and dedicated Caregiver with over 20 years of experience. Knowledgeable on handling a variety of chronic and degenerative diseases with focus on geriatric care and special needs patients. Adept at meal preparation, maintenance of a household and developing a strong positive rapport with a client. Committed to ensuring...
Nukri can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, live-in home care & more
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Rachael W.


Southfields, NY

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked in group homes where the clients had developmental disabilities, autistic, deaf, blind, mute etc.
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Michelle D.


Stony Point, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Loving Aide

I have been taking care of special needs children and adults for almost 20 years I love that I can be there for them to love and care for them In absence of their parents and loved ones. Making sure that they are safe and comfortable. .

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Suffern, NY

Eleanora Z.

5.0

Eleanora took her role As an aide, companion very seriously. She always took the our mom's needs into consideration . Elle prepared food that was nutritious and easy for the patient to tolerate when eating became difficult. She treated our mom with respect and dignity. We were lucky to have...

- Judi H.

Lauren C.

5.0

Since starting with us over a year ago, Lauren has become a member of our family. She is incredibly reliable, nurturing, punctual, and loving towards our children and always keeps their best interest in the forefront of all she does. We are truly blessed to have her in our lives!

- Keli J.

Susan D.

5.0

Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother.

- Care member

Rachael W.

5.0

Rachael is a caring loving person and has become part of our family! She always treated my husband with such great respect and dignity. She is very professional but always attended to both of our needs.I trusted her with the total care of my husband and was with us for over two years until...

- Care member

Gillian D.

5.0

Gillian has been babysitting in the neighborhood for years. I have been her supervisor for the last 3 years that she worked as a lifeguard at our HOA lake. She is certified in first aid and CPR. What makes Gillian a stand out is the connections she makes with the children. She is exceptional at...

- Mary M.

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