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Special needs caregivers in West Nyack, NY
Riley O.
West Nyack, NY
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello!! I'm Riley, I Am Looking To Help Out With Either Tutoring
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for children, toddlers to teenagers, for the past 10 years.
I love to talk, learn new things, and play games.
I am great with giving care (animals as well), and also helping around with anything as I work well in task/goal-oriented activities.
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
I absolutely adore kids. I am 26 years old and currently work full time as an account manager. I am looking to make a little extra money on my time off and I could not think of a better way to spend it than loving and caring for children. I have over 10 years of experience with kids ages 2-16 years older. I have experience with...
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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
(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: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, 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.
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, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother. "
Care member
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: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance & 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.
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: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Stephanie B.
Tarrytown, NY
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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.
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
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kirsten, I am 22 years old and have 9+ years of experience working with children. I've worked with children ages 0-13! I have experience with special needs children including working with feeding tubes. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I have a clean driving record and would love the opportunity to work with...
Kirsten can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kirsten has taken care of my 5 year old daughter numerous times over the past 3 years. My daughter adores Kirsten, and I feel confident in my daughter’s well being and safety while in Kirsten’s care."
Care member
Rosetta T.
Waldwick, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Sweet Caring Girl Looking To Join A Nice Family To Be An Extension Of Them To Care For Loved Ones
5.0
(4)
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: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Rosie is a wonderful, trustworthy and dependable caretaker. My kids took to her right away! She is always punctual and professional and we still consistently use her as a babysitter and I highly recommend Rosie to anyone who needs some extra child care!"
Tracey W.
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.
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
"Tiffany arrived on time with smiles and bubbles! She was friendly, fun, held proper boundaries and offered an incentive for good behavior. I was pleased and I am grateful for her service to my family!"
Nicole L.
Rosa F.
Emerson, NJ
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, I'm reliable, patient and hard working. I have worked taking care of kids with special needs for 8 years. I'm a certified health home aide. I took care of elder people for 7 years through a private agency. I'm currently working at a assisted living.
Rosa can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Lauréline E.
New City, NY
$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am willing to teach the children my original language ( French) .
Or give them painting lessons as I am minoring in fine arts .
I am able to cook and adapt my cooking to peoples preferences of food .
as I have mainly taken care of children in this past year , I love playing, reading and doing lots of fun and creative...
Lauréline can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Jayden B.
Garnerville, NY
$16/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello parents my name is Jayden I've been working with kids since u was 16 and I'm now 20. I was previously working as a daycare assistant now I work as a teachers aide with special needs toddlers. I'm CPR certified and have my license/car . My rates start at 17 an hour , depends on how many kids and what your requesting .
Jayden can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Nicole M.
Norwood, NJ
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Nicole and I spent 2 years in Italy as a teacher while earning my Master's degree in language teaching. I spent my first year as a teacher working with children ages 10-12, and then my second year with ages 4 and 5. I also have experience with children with special needs. I now am a high school teacher of Italian...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in West Nyack, NY
Rosalys T.
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.
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.
Susan D.
5.0
Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother.
- Care member
Lisa R.
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 this was a priceless gift to have Her...
- Diane O.
Stephanie B.
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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