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Erin S.


Sound Beach, NY

$30/hr3 yrs exp

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I'm a natural caregiver with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With over three years of experience as a childcare provider, I'm skilled at fostering a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children. My calm and patient demeanor, coupled with my creativity, makes me a trusted companion for...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I am passionate about providing attentive and compassionate care for individuals with special needs. I have personal experience caring for my 10-year-old brother-in-law, who has autism. Through this experience, I have developed patience, adaptability, and strong communication skills to meet his unique needs. I focus on creating...
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Leah B.


Mastic, NY

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekdays

Hi my name is Leah and I am 24 years old. I'm very energetic, creative and love children. I enjoy singing, dancing, listening to music and spending quality time with my family and friends. All my life I have been around children, helping care for them and watching them since I was 10. This was usually with my church or a family...
Leah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Saul O.


Riverhead, NY

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hey there! I'm a 22-year-old with a strong sense of discipline, here to help make your life easier and stress-free. From healthy cooking and grocery shopping to tackling errands and cleaning, I'm all about getting things done with care and efficiency. I'm reliable and easy to talk to, with a knack for task management and...
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Emily M.


Manorville, NY

$19-24/hr5 yrs exp

Special Educatin Teacher

My name is Emily and I have been the lead teacher in small special education classrooms for 5 years. Prior to being a teacher, I worked with children in the special education setting as a 1:1 aide and teacher's aide for 5 years. I currently work in a Long Island public school as the teacher in a K-1 classroom! I have an...
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Jaclyn B.


Manorville, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

An organized, Dedicated and professional Child caregiver with 10+ years experience working with 2 to 18year-olds [special needs included]. A provider committed to offering a loving and safe environment where children can flourish. Flexible and adaptable to every child's specific needs. Motivated to keep children happy, healthy...
Jaclyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Tabytha M.


Sound Beach, NY

$23-40/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter Who Has Experience With Special Needs

I have been caring for children for over 15 years. I have experience caring full time for children with learning, physical and or emotional disabilities. I also have experience with hearing impaired and can sign. I am currently a care taker for a 3-year-old boy who requires physical therapy, occupational therapy, special...
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Devin B.


Miller Place, NY

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

Recent UTampa Graduate With 7 Years Experience And A Love For Caretaking!

With a wealth of experience as the eldest among six & being a youth summer camp counselor since I could work, caregiving has become not only a foundational aspect of my skill set but also a profound passion that I have nurtured over an extended period. I began to nanny at the age of 16, & have consistently provided long-term...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Colleen R.


Miller Place, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Eager, Patient, Neat And Flexible

My name is Colleen, I am 51 and I am an LPN for the past 13 years. I have worked in the area hospitals on the adolescent psych unit, pediatric unit, med surg unit and in the ER. I worked many years doing private duty cases, with the elderly, I started to volunteer at a nursing home when I was just 12. I worked as a nurses aid...
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Linda G.


Calverton, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

P/T Special Needs Care

I was employed as a Special Education Para Professional for two years at a local school District. During that period I received behavior intervention and life skills training. My experience is working with the Middle School and High School population performing a variety of tasks. I have worked with children diagnosed as...
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Diane B.


Calverton, NY

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Teacher CPR Certified/Swimming Certified

Hi I'm Diane I'm a retired teacher after 32 years. In my retirement, I've been a nanny, swim instructor for seniors and children, and I do senior care as well. Contact me for any needs you may have.
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Michael A.


Middle Island, NY

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

Available Weekdays And Or Weekends For When Parents Have To Go To Work Or Go Out.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced child care with 2 young boys, 1 with special needs. I have a full time job managing a business. I attend school daily. I am currently in college looking forward to get my degree in social work.
Michael can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
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Dawn R.


Sound Beach, NY

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

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...
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Patty D.


Manorville, NY

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Patty. I am recently retired from Boces... I was a teaching assistant for 27 yrs ... I worked with middle school children that have special needs. Mainly behavior and emotional issues. I also worked with children with autism. I have been watching children for about 40 years. I look forward to hearing from you !
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Katherine C.


Shoreham, NY

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Former Nanny With 15+ Years Experience, Elementary Teacher NYS Certified

I worked for a family with a special needs child for over a decade. I also have experience special needs children in school. I have experience with physical special needs such as multiple sclerosis, chronic asthma, epilepsy, etc. developmental special needs such as down syndrome, autism, dyslexia, processing disorders as well as...
Work for a special needs and I enjoy every moment of it. Helping and advocating when they can't. They're amazing people
Hi! My name is Brooklyn and I am 23 years old. I'm reliable and patient when it comes to you and your loved one's needs. I have been working with individuals with developmental disabilities since 2020. I love to do art activities, puzzles, games and more. With me your loved one will receive appropriate and consistent care.
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Kaylin R.


Middle Island, NY

$17/hr4 yrs exp

Fun-loving, Energetic, And Experienced Childcare Worker.

I'd describe my personality as responsible, fun-loving and organized. I like working with kids because I enjoy being around little minds that I can influence and guide. I'm looking for a job that allows me to perform my abilities and make a fun, safe, and enjoyable environment for the children or pets. I started working with...
Kaylin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Madelyn M.


Miller Place, NY

$17-50/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter/ Nanny

Hi! My name is Maddie I am 18 years old and I am from Miller Place New York. I am looking for a family to nanny for. I have been around children my whole life and love working with kids. I have been babysitting /nannying for 5 years and have been a camp counselor for 5 years! I have a driver license and I am also CPR/AED...
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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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