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Stephanie B.


Tarrytown, NY

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello, I am a 27-year-old grad student who is aspiring to become an occupational therapist. I have a bachelor's degree in social sciences (focused in psychology) and most of my OT master's program completed. I have worked with children between the ages on 6 mos. and 12 yrs. I used to work at Vision Fitness in the daycare...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I interviewed Stephanie and she was wonderful - responsive, punctual and great interaction with my child. Her needs did not meet ours so I did not hire her, but I think she would be a great sitter for the right family. "

Kavita A.

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Michelle M.


Buchanan, NY

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had experience working in a nursing home and hospice setting administering care to patients with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer, diabetes, down-syndrome, on dialysis, multiple sclerosis, etc. I have great empathy, understanding, patience and know what is involved in taking vitals, emptying a catheter or giving a person...
Hello. My name is Esther and I am a single reliable caregiver . I've worked worked with the elderly, special needs and children. I am reliable with a car. I have a few certifications and mostly exp. looking for a stable position from 8-3 every day..
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Cassidy M.


Ossining, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/caregiver For Individuals With Special Needs

I hold a Bachelors in Behavioral Science and am working towards a Masters in Special Education (birth- 6th grade). I have worked with individuals with special needs for 10+ years. Starting off as a volunteer with my local Pioneer Basketball team. Then working as a teaching assistant/ 1:1 throughout my undergraduate. Most...
Cassidy can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Abbey K.


Nanuet, NY

$16-20/hr1 yrs exp

Summer Sitter

I am a college student with extensive experience with special needs children, particularly in athletic environments. I have experience tutoring middle school and high school students in various subjects. I enjoy playing sports and being outdoors.
Abbey can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
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Svetlana G.


White Plains, NY

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

White Plains

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Loving and caring nanny, 10 years of experience caring for children from infant to kindergarten, also experience with special needs children
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Alida S.


Nyack, NY

$20-22/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic Bubbly Sitter

Hello families my name is Alida. I am 20 years old and I have about 6 years of experience. I have been babysitting for about 10 years (as an older sibling lol), and since I was 14 for other families. I have a lot of experience with children with autism as well as 1 year experience with special needs children. I have also worked...
Alida can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Viviana S.


Ossining, NY

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

Viviana

Hi, I have been working with childcare for a couple of years. I offer my services complying with the standards that are deserved for a good cognitive, educational and emotional development, I like to create a dynamic and fun environment for children and that their way of capturing learning is through songs, games, dances, but...
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Maanda B.


Briarcliff Manor, NY

$18-37/hr1 yrs exp

My Short Career As A Caregiver

During my short career as a caregiver I have worked with clients with special needs, and my duties where to assist them with cognitive activities, exercise and also preparing of light meals. I have also had a case of a client recovering from an accident in which I have managed to help the client have their daily exercises, meals...
Maanda can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Hiba A.


Spring Valley, NY

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Mature & Experienced With Individuals Who Have Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a recently retired Case Manager for families receiving services from OPWDD. I am an extremely patient, caring woman who is trained and knowledgeable of various special needs, including but not limited to autism spectrum disorders, down syndrome and cerebral palsy. At this time I have part time availability to...
I like working with kids because I have 2 boys of my own. One is special needs and I like providing the same care that I have with them. I watch kids the same way I would want someone to watch mines. With love. Care & Lots Pf Patience ( and FUN ) I started working with kids when I was about 16 In my spare time, I like to take...
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Elisa H.


Ossining, NY

$17-22/hr

Friendly Helper

I have been a special education teacher for six years. I am patient, kind, sensitive to needs of others.
Nursing Assistant at Memorial Sloan Kettering in NYC currently going back to school to become an RN and would love to help out with special needs. I have three years of experience with special needs and taking care of adults and children of various ages. I was a special needs substitute teacher as a second job for a few years in...
Educator and child care provider for 5+ years. Working with children as young as 2 months old to 10 years old in multiple settings. My extensive experience with disabilities came from a non-profit school. I have since then continued building my experience as I have recently started caring for a child who I help throughout her...
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Sydney R.


New City, NY

$30/hr9 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an early childhood educator with over 8 years of experience working with children from infants to teenagers. For the past 4 years, I have been a dedicated Pre-K teacher, creating engaging and developmentally appropriate learning experiences. I hold a bachelor's degree and New York State certification in Early Childhood...
Sydney can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Natalie D.


Ossining, NY

$20-35/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

Hi! My name is Natalie, and I've been babysitting for 10 years. I have a bachelors degree in special needs education, and I have been a head teacher in special needs and general education classrooms. This past school year, I was a long term substitute teacher for a preschool. I have been a special needs babysitter for years,...
Natalie can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Gitty F.


Pomona, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I'm A Really Energetic Person

Hi! I have worked as a babysitter, nanny, preschool teacher, DSP for children with developmental disabilities, volunteered at a children's home/orphanage, and more! I will say I am a very energetic, compassionate, caring, friendly person! Languages: English, Hebrew
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Debra B.


New City, NY

$25-40/hr

Part Time Caregiver For Seniors

I am a 58-year-old mother of two grown children. I'm currently employed at Orange Ulster Boces as a teacher's asst. for 15 years. I work with special needs students with autism, down syndrome and mentally delayed. I also work for Rockland County YMCA after school program. I have a 61-year-old mentally challenged brother who I...
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Anne C.


White Plains, NY

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

RN

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a bedside RN for almost 27 years working the evening/night shift on a busy stroke rehabilitation unit. In addition to the primary diagnosis of stroke, some of my patients have had other comorbidities, requiring special needs care. It would be a privilege to care for your loved one and serve them with compassionate...
I have experience with kids with special needs, bathing, dressing, feedings, transfers to wheelchair.
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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