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Janice N.


Woodbury, NY

$25/hr1 yrs exp

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Hi my name is Janice an experienced and reliable babysitter with a passion for taking care of little ones. I've been working at a summer camp for over 2 years and have been around children of various ages. I also have experience with babysitting, and I am currently babysitting a child with special needs. Safety is always my top...
Janice can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
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Summer Z.


Woodbury, NY

$19-50/hr3 yrs exp

BABYSITTER FOR HIRE!!

Hello, I'm Summy, a dedicated and dependable babysitter with a genuine love for working with children. Drawing from two years at a camp and three years at a tutoring center, I bring a diverse skill set to engage with kids of all ages, from infants to teens. My punctuality and strong sense of responsibility ensure a safe and...
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Monica S.


Glen Cove, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Monica. I am interested for a job, where I would help the family with the house,senior companion care, organizing laundry, special needs, assistant each other with responsibility. I am punctual, flexible, responsible, I have 10 years experience and I have good references. If you want to know more about me, please...
Monica can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

CNA

5.0
"Monica cared for my 94 year old Dad both at home and in Rehab. She is very reliable, caring and most of all a hands-on take charge caretaker. My Dad loves her and would look forward to her visits everyday. Monica was always punctual, honest and trustworthy and...

Dana M.

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Alexa F.


Massapequa, NY

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a college graduate and certified elementary school teacher currently working as a permanent sub. I have always loved working with children from working as a camp counselor to babysitting throughout high school and college. I also work at a summer program for children with special needs. As a babysitter, I have had the...
Alexa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We first met Alexa when she was working as a counselor for our older daughter at the local summer recreation program. We have since hired her as our babysitter and she has been working for us for the past 4 years. Alexa puts her heart into her job and both of my...

Carrie L.

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Chelsea B.


Northport, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Chelsea and I've been working with and babysitting kids since I was 13. I've always loved working with kids whether it was assistant teaching Sunday school classes, volunteering at my church, or teaching people ages 4-60+ how to care for horses at a local equestrian center. I have experience with children from...
Chelsea can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I’ve used Chelsea as my go-to pet sitter since 2017. I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know her and seeing her go from an enthusiastic high school senior, to an enthusiastic pre med college student. She’s always gone above and beyond for me, taking care of my...

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

my name is Mary. Im 61 yrs of age. I'm active and full of energy. I am looking for a caretaker job. Have experience. My attributes-loving caring great companion personable great cook care for all your needs. Im a gem as I've been told . please call if interested
5.0
"Mary was an amazing full time babysitter for my two young daughters for over one year! She had tons of energy and cared for my girls like they were her own children. She was always game for taking on any task or activity. She went above and beyond with homework...

Tim K.

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Cindy R.


Huntington Station, NY

$15-18/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a student at New England College this is my senior year and I'm originally from New York I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has experience in caring for children all ages. I have worked with children in summer camps and preschools also children who have special needs. With me, your children will...
Cindy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
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Kelley G.


Huntington Station, NY

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

My Name's Kelley! I am a 19yr old, High-school Graduate. I am furthering my education studying Criminal Justice. I am very flexible and willing to work with you. I have cared full-time for children as young as 6 weeks up until 8 years old. I have experience with special needs children. I have CPR and First Aid certification...
5.0
"She is very honest and a suitable addition to almost all home types. I used her for 2 years and she was so wonderful. My infant and toddler loved Kelley! "

Jamie S.

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Sarah C.


Wantagh, NY

$16-21/hr7 yrs exp

Sarah C.

I have had experience caring for someone with a disability since I can remember. My oldest sister has cerebral palsy and I have been one of her main caregivers for many years. I have experience working in a school for children with special needs. I worked at South Shore Educational collaborative as a paraprofessional for four...
5.0
"Sarah was phenomenal with my daughter who has Autism. She was patient, kind and my daughter absolutely loved being with her! We consider ourselves so lucky and fortunate to have her work and care for my daughter"

Nancy S.

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Nakeisha R.


Amityville, NY

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Available For Companionship, Housekeeping And Meal Prep

"I am modest, but hard working. Someone who thinks positive, who can execute on difficult task. I'm not a individual who needs to be micromanage, rather when given a task. I can figure out the best way's to solve the problem in an autonomous manner. I Have experience patient'swho required special needs, Alzheimer's, glaucoma and...
Nakeisha can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"There aren’t enough words in the English language to describe the level of care Nakeisha provided for my wife. Her professionalism, hard work and caring attitude is unmatched. Nakeisha is as real as they come. She has kindness in her heart that guides her daily....

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Paula P.


East Northport, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny For Newborn - 10 Years Old

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Seeking Full-time Live-in or Live Out Nanny position. Moved to Long Island last year so I can be closer to my new granddaughter. Hometown is San Antonio, Tx. Open to relocate back to San Antonio for right family long term. Over 20 yrs experience as a Nanny/Child caregiver, former foster parent, and substitute teacher's...
Paula can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Paula is a great asset to my single mom household. She is very punctual and great with the kids. Paula is also a Mom and doesn't let my little ones get things past her. She also helps me with my daughter who has Type 1 Diabetes doing her shots, blood sugar tests...

Michelle L.

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Asha J.


Glen Cove, NY

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

My mom was ill with cancer. I was with her & took care of her the entire time. I have worked with children & adults with special needs for over 12 years.
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Nalijah W.


Amityville, NY

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently employed as a Special Education Teacher's Assistant at a Charter School in Dekalb County. I have experience working with children from kindergarten to twelfth grade. Daily I help my students understand material that they find difficult. During the summer months I work as a director at camp for children with...
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Marjorie H.


East Meadow, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitting

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 grown children and one grandchild so I am quite experienced with the care and safety of children and babies Also having been a licensed nurse for many years is a help when there are special needs involved I am very safety conscious and love to care for children and have the patience and a calm temperament as well
Marjorie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Lasandra F.


Deer Park, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Best Care Service Ever

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am caring person, professional treat your family as if it was my very own. I work for assisted living for over 10 years. With supervisors to vouch for me also. I am really loving up beat full of life. Some people do this for money I do this because I care. I work as a volunteer just because a family needed help. As I m the...
Lasandra can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Dawn P.


Bethpage, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm a mom of 2 boys soon 15 & 18. Non smoker and have no problem with pets. I am a certified Teachers Assistant, employed at Central Boulevard Elementary School in Bethpage, NY. I work with main stream and 1-1 with special needs children. I have many years of child care experience, having two of my own and also worked on NYC...
Dawn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Hi. I have known dawn for some time. She has helped me with my kids when they were babies and also now at the elementary school age. She has always been dependable and my kids always feel safe when they are with her. She has watched my daughter when she was...

Jennifer L.

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Crystal H.


Williston Park, NY

$25/hr14 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Crystal and I'm 30 years old. I have been working/caring for children for over years, & in the special needs field for years, with over 25+ child related certifications. I am back ground checked and fingerprinted as well. I am driven and devoted to helping families all around. Date nights, any time after 330 p.m. on...
Crystal can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Crystal is a great help! She also very understanding and knowledgeable of children with special needs. "

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Laura E.


North Babylon, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter For Part-Time Evenings/Occasional Weekends

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been caring for babies and children since I was 12 years of age as a babysitter for my 3 siblings as well as in my neighborhood plus many referrals! I was employed as a camp counselor for children ranging from pre-k up to 4th graders in my teen years. I attended SUNY New Paltz for Art Education. Work experience...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Laura is a wonderful caregiver. My 9 year old son loves having her sit for him. She is interactive, loving, kind, and dependable. She is just fabulous!"

Sally W.

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Crystal L.


Farmingdale, NY

$49-50/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hello, my name is Crystal and I am 33 years old. I am a graduate of Long Island University Post Campus with my Bachelor's degree and teaching certification in Childhood Education. I have a Master's Degree and am certified in General and special Education. I have been teaching for 10 years and have experience working with...
Crystal can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"As a single father of two young girls, finding the right babysitter was of the utmost importance to me. With a busy work schedule that keeps me out of the house more often than I'd like, I needed someone I could trust to not only care for my daughters but also...

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Christine C.


Deer Park, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I worked as a para educator in New York. I am trained in ABA, CPR, First Aide, and CPI. I have had children from 5 - 14 years of age, some very low functioning and some high. I have done community outings with these children. One child in particular was non verbal. I taught him to use the computer after many months he was typing...
5.0
"Christine is awesome. She is super dependable and was able to manage with ease. My twin babies love her. They become so happy the minute she walks in. She does not sit idle a minute, she is always trying to help out with house work etc when the babies sleep. I...

Ramya S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Woodbury, NY

Monica S.

5.0

Monica cared for my 94 year old Dad both at home and in Rehab. She is very reliable, caring and most of all a hands-on take charge caretaker. My Dad loves her and would look forward to her visits everyday. Monica was always punctual, honest and trustworthy and is a very kind, friendly caring...

- Dana M.

Alexa F.

5.0

We first met Alexa when she was working as a counselor for our older daughter at the local summer recreation program. We have since hired her as our babysitter and she has been working for us for the past 4 years. Alexa puts her heart into her job and both of my daughters adore her (ages 10 and...

- Carrie L.

Chelsea B.

5.0

She is fantastic and I couldn’t be happier with her quality of care

- Care member

Mary C.

5.0

Mary was an amazing full time babysitter for my two young daughters for over one year! She had tons of energy and cared for my girls like they were her own children. She was always game for taking on any task or activity. She went above and beyond with homework help and was so creative in coming up...

- Tim K.

Kelley G.

5.0

She is very honest and a suitable addition to almost all home types. I used her for 2 years and she was so wonderful. My infant and toddler loved Kelley!

- Jamie S.

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