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Diana D.


East Norwich, NY

$35-50/hr3 yrs exp

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My undergraduate degree is in Special Education for grades 1-6. I have worked as a special education teacher for the past 3 years. I am very passionate about advocating for and supporting children with disabilities.
Hi there! My name is Mayra and I'm looking for a new family to take care of their most beloved ones. I understand Kids are the most precious and important members a family can have therefore I understand the affection, time, attention and patience that is required. The energy that kids transmit to me is like no other, so full of...
Mayra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

I'm a friendly and outgoing childcare provider with over three years of experience. I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option. I'm always respectful of the children in my care. I'm also very responsible and hardworking. I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages, and I'm experienced...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Shanisha M.


Hicksville, NY

$18-23/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I have had experience with Children with Autism and ADHD I also have experience with working with people with muscular dystrophy . I learned not only patience skill but time management skills . What I took from the experience is that every encounter you experience will always be different but how you interact with others should...
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Sam T.


Levittown, NY

$18-23/hr3 yrs exp

Creative And Patient Caregiver

In school for art education. Experienced working with children with diverse needs and interests. I take a kind and compassionate approach to childcare.
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Sabrina A.


Westbury, NY

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have watched kids from newborns to 12 years old. I have very good experience with kids. I can prepare meals and I also very creative. I get along with kids very well. I am CPR certified. I am fingerprinted as well. I work with people who have special needs/developmental disabilities as well. I am very good with newborns and I...
Sabrina can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Lisa B.


Bethpage, NY

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Special Education Teacher

Hi! I was a Special Education Teacher with a focus on Early Intervention and Preschool aged children for 25 years. I worked in the classroom as well as one-on-one in a school/home setting. In addition, I worked as a Preschool teacher in a typical classroom for three years. I am experienced in Applied Behavioral Analysis.
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Amanda M.


Hicksville, NY

$17-25/hr

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi my name is Amanda and I have baby sat special needs children before. I get along with special needs kids very well and am up for any challenge to care for them. I can assist with medical needs and mostly mental, I enjoy playing with the kids I babysit and I am responsible at the same time while making sure the child is cared...
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Jennifer M.


Syosset, NY

$17/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time / Per Diem Special Needs Care Taker

I have been working with pediatrics for over 10 years and have worked in school nursing for 6 years with special needs students. I am passionate about what I do and grew up in a household with Deaf parents and siblings and I've always had a calling for nursing and being so compassionate I found I loved working with special needs...
I'm Nayra, Brazilian, 27 years old. I have been a qualified teacher since 2019, but I have been working with children since 2015. I have a lot of experience with babies, potty training, teenagers and children with special needs. I am looking for a family where I can work full time from Monday to Friday, with a minimum salary of...
Nayra can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
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Gilda B.


Huntington, NY

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi my name is Gilda! I have worked as a toddler teacher for two years and a half. I have experience with kids from the age of 8 months and older. I am responsible, reliable, active, bilingual and punctual. Aside from some of my qualities I am certified in CPR and First Aid. If you'd like I would be more then comfortable for us...
Hi! My name is Sara and I have worked with children and adults with special needs and developmental disabilities. I am kind, patient and love to work one on one with individuals to help them build confidence, work on their daily living skills and achieve their goals. I look forward to working with you!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Taylor! I have 6 years of experience of babysitting kids, I am also a teacher aide for special needs children. I enjoy working with kids as I am a senior in college and want to pursue a career in education. I am more than comfortable with helping as much as I can such as changing, feeding, tending to children's...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I'd describe my personality as Patient, understanding, and trustworthy In my spare time, I like to read, and go to the gym I also have experience with kids that have special needs
Analia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
I am nursing assistant very compassionate and I also have a lot experience working with Autism kids and adults from my past job and I am still looking for more opportunities to keep growing
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Cassidy W.


Massapequa, NY

$17-20/hr1 yrs exp

BIO

My name is Cassidy. I am 24 years old living in Massapequa! I have experience with special needs, am very patient, caring, and outgoing. I'm currently fulfilling an associates in disability studies, planning to become an O. T. I'm very comfortable with pets as well. I understand that your children are a very important part of...
Cassidy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
I currently work as a Teaching Assistant at a preschool for children with Special Needs. I graduated from SUNY Geneseo with a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education/Special Education with a concentration in English. I have been working in the educational field since I graduated college. I love reading, playing board games,...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

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Tia V.


Deer Park, NY

$17-22/hr

Currently A Dsp ,i Love Caring For Others

Currently a DSP (work with special needs) Have nursing experience CNA CMA I am able to dress , bath , groom , transport , do appointments, I pop meds currently at my job.
Tia can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Hi everyone! My name is Bailey and I'm a special education teacher in Manhattan. I am looking for a part time job caring for children after work hours. I will also be available all summer my hours are 3:30-8:30 p.m. during the week and come July, I will be available all day as I do not work as a teacher during the summer months.
over 30 years raised my children ., I have worked with all children including special needs. I am organized person with much patience.
Joann can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep

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