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I have many years of experience as a caretaker. I have worked as a CNA, home health care aide, and DSP for all ages and degrees of care needed (from newborn to hospice). I have a BS in Anthropology degree and went back to school for a second BS in nursing but left the program after 3 years for personal reasons. Currently, I am...
Mathijs H.
Valley Cottage, NY
$23-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Genuine, Compassionate, And Experienced Male Caregiver
I have 10 years of experience with people of various ages and abilities. I can help with activities of daily living, medication administration, behavioral interventions, driving to appointments, community activities, and more. I am a NY state-licensed Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), and I use those skills in every...
Hi, I am a well-versed caregiver with over 20years experience. I am certified as a home health aide/PCA with experience in elderly care and special needs. I have reference and I'm open to discuss various schedules if needed any time. Willing to do Perdiem if my schedule allows. I enjoy working with the elderly as I find it...
Lydia can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
Carolyn C.
Tarrytown, NY
$51/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Am Looking For A Full-Time Position Job In Baby Sitting/Elder Care.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Carolyn. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant/Geriatric Nursing Assistant (CNA/GNA), with over 10 years of nanny/babysitting, elderly care experience , Housekeeping Supervisor, special needs children. I have worked with children of all ages from newborn, twins to teens. I am very responsible, caring, loving,...
Carolyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sarah. I currently live in Westchester. I have been working with kids since high school. I have my Bachelors in Elementary Education Grades 1-6 and a Masters in Special Education Grades 1-6. I have a NYS Professional Certification for both degrees. I am currently teaching at non-profit school for individuals with...
5.0
"The best ever! Sarah is a parent's dream: reliable, thoughtful, incredibly calm, and supportive with our high energy kids. She is not only a highly educated caregiver but she is proactive and takes initiative. Sarah has a confidence and ease with children that is a...
Douglas M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very patient individual with many years of nursing homes, hospitals, and home care experience. some of my experiences are as follows:
colostomy care, trachea care, Parkinson, administering enema, monitoring vitals signs, and some heavy lifting. i. can operate a hoyer, and overhead lift if I am not familiar with your...
Anita can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Work ethic excellent. Very caring, professional. Very detailed oriented. She is
Consistent with the care she gives. My husband smiles whenever she comes and responds to her kindness"
Gayle M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I hold a Masters degree in Education, with specialties in English and Special Education. I've been teaching all students to be the best version of themselves. I like to make learning fun, by giving real life examples of the work. I review all classes with the student, or life skills with an adult. I have experience with kids to...
5.0
"Lori would be a valuable addition to your team if you have a teen or young adult on the autism spectrum who needs help with school/college and/or life skills."
Alistair B.
Katherine P.
Elmsford, NY
$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there I enjoy working with others that are in need. I used to work for an agency call VIP for 2 years. I have a huge passion working with people. I would do light cleaning, some organizing , run errands and simply kept them company.
Travis T.
Dobbs Ferry, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello Families! My name is Travis and I'm an employee of the Department of Education. I've worked in the role of a Teaching Assistant for the past 9 years. A major part of my work is the teamwork and collaboration that happens between parents and myself. Our combined efforts are essential to achieving big and small results.
I'd...
5.0
"I met Travis because he is the caregiver for one of my customers. He assists with the care of a teenage boy and one of his responsibilities is to helping him with a variety of life skills. Travis really impressed me with his ability to encourage his mentee to...
Care member
Susan D.
Congers, NY
$20-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
5.0
"Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Natalya and I am a graduate of John Jay College of Criminal Justice. I started babysitting by taking care my younger siblings and then began watching friends of the family's children and gained more experience through all of the amazing references I received! I am very well trained in taking care of special...
Natalya can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Natalya is absolutely amazing! Great communication and trust worthy. She was our after school nanny and helped out for an hour or so in the morning. We did not have to tell her what to do, she picked up on our flow and acted as an extension of us! "
Anne L.
5.0
(3)
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, dementia, hospice services, respite care, 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.
Rosalys T.
Tarrytown, NY
$25-32/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My passion for nurturing young minds and my previous babysitting experience led me to become a nurturing childcare provider with over 8 years of experience. My patient and creative nature allows me to connect with children, fostering an environment where they can learn, grow, and have fun. I maintain open communication with...
Rosalys can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She is a person with great values
Every time I leave my kid with her I know he will be safe and well care."
Belen Q.
5.0
(1)
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 .
Lisa R.
Harrington Park, NJ
$19-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a school counselor and mom of three children. I am looking for a summer job and option to continue working and helping others throughout the school year. When I was in graduate school I worked in a group home with men that had special needs. I helped clean, cook, bath and keep the men active and healthy. I also took care of...
Lisa can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lisa is an amazing person! I wish Every one that applies with Care.Com was like her! She is the best ever! I have never Have had such a wonderful Amazing caring uplifting positive person To help me!!! I never felt as comfortable and safe with any anyone else...
Diane O.
Tiffany E.
Westwood, NJ
$25-38/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(15)
Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Tiffany! I'm 29 years old from Westwood, New Jersey. My childcare experience began with mommy-helping at age 12 then independently babysitting at age 17. I have traveled the tri-state area and worked with children all ages from infancy to teenagers. I have also worked with individuals who had varying specials needs. I...
Tiffany can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We've hired Tiffany as babysitter. She is one of the sweetest people I've met. She is so good and gentle with our N. She offers to help in ways beyond her responsibilities. Definitely would recommend her."
Gabriela M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I started working caring for children at a local family daycare as an assistant provider about 9 years ago. After the second year, the daycare closed and I decided to open my own daycare. One of my goals was to teach the kids Spanish as a second language, that was my biggest accomplishment. Also, I worked on my program with a...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Grace is incredibly easy to work with and wonderful with children. We were a hot mess when she started with us. Grace came in and just started taking care of the baby, worked and talked with me about my concerns and fears and helped us get a routine going. The...
Leilani D.
Rachel W.
Hastings on Hudson, NY
$25-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a fun, loving, Energetic, down to earth girl whom loves children and has been working with them since day one. I am Red Cross Certified (contact me for specifics) and am majoring in early childhood education. I am highly experienced, have lots of references upon request, am fully licensed driver, and love any house hold...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My kids love when Rachel comes, and they go to sleep punctually under her care."
Sara C.
Lauren M.
Montrose, NY
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experience Special Needs Caretaker With A Bachelors In Behavioral Science
5.0
(2)
Hello, I am an energetic, outgoing, friendly, and compassionate person who enjoys working with toddlers, children, teens, and young adults. I have worked as an in-home respite worker for individuals with Autism and other special needs. I have multiple years of experience working as a special education teacher assistant and...
5.0
"Lauren is a compassionate, gentle, and nurturing caretaker. Few people can rival her big heart and understanding for people of all abilities. Lauren works hard to know the intricacies of the individuals she works with, and will make an excellent addition to any...
Christina D.
3.0
(1)
Pediatric home care nurse many disabilities/ages/cultural backgrounds, love working with children in your home, Active and athletic, involved many sports and hobbies. love doing lots of different activities. HAVE FOUR CHILDREN MINE OWN. WILL INVOLVE YOUR CHILDREN IN MANY DIFFERENT ACTIVITIES. KEEP THEM BUSY AND OUT OF TROUBLE.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Valley Cottage, NY
Sarah M.
5.0
The best ever! Sarah is a parent's dream: reliable, thoughtful, incredibly calm, and supportive with our high energy kids. She is not only a highly educated caregiver but she is proactive and takes initiative. Sarah has a confidence and ease with children that is a comfort to everyone involved. We...
- Douglas M.
Anita P.
5.0
Work ethic excellent. Very caring, professional. Very detailed oriented. She is
Consistent with the care she gives. My husband smiles whenever she comes and responds to her kindness
- Gayle M.
Lori E.
5.0
Lori would be a valuable addition to your team if you have a teen or young adult on the autism spectrum who needs help with school/college and/or life skills.
- Alistair B.
Travis T.
5.0
I met Travis because he is the caregiver for one of my customers. He assists with the care of a teenage boy and one of his responsibilities is to helping him with a variety of life skills. Travis really impressed me with his ability to encourage his mentee to embrace his independence even though he...
- Care member
Susan D.
5.0
Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother.
- Care member
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