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Special needs caregivers in Woodmere, NY

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Olawale E.


Forest Hills, NY

$19-24/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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My experience for special needs is mainly from working as a medical assistant for 2 years at a family clinic where I have had to deal with special need patients and their parents, as well as babysitting my 4 years old cousin who had speech delay speech. I believe that my care for and exposure in special needs kids will be a good...
5.0
"Wale is very personable. He is good at communicating and is level headed and cool when handling conflict. He is also very caring and stands out as one who goes out of his way to make people feel seen."

Stu C.

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Nadia G.


Jamaica, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver With 21 Plus Years Experience In The Industry Seeks New Position.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have a natural instinct and understanding of children I have taken care of children newborns to age 13 professionally since 1998 and I am a mom to a 27-year-old , experienced knowledgeable intelligent kind respectful, punctual . I have tons of newborns /infants to school age experience . I have twin experience and I have...
Nadia can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Nadia worked with us from about November 2019 and we'll be sadly saying good bye to her in August 2020. The reason we are parting ways is only because we are moving out of state - otherwise we would love for our daughter to continue to be taken care of by Nadia....

Cydney T.

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Maya N.


Queens Village, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love providing care to anyone. I'm a certified HHA with 10 years of experience. I have dealt with all types of people from children to adults including those with special needs. I've had many cases... Bed ridden Colostomy Catheter Alzheimer's Impediment etc. I can perform all aspects of activities of daily living and can work...
5.0
"Maya is a professional through and through. I trust her to take good care of my son."

Valerie B.

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Nigeria W.


Uniondale, NY

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Over 20 years experience working with people Diagnosed with Intellectual Disabilities, CP, Seizure Disorder, and Autism.
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Destiny M.


South Ozone Park, NY

$27/hr6 yrs exp

About Me/ Care Experience

4.0

(8)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hey ! My name is destiny. I'm NY native located in the Queens/Brooklyn area . I love caring for children and developing a bond with them ! I am very reliable , caring , attentive , energetic and I enjoy playtime just as much as the child. I also understand that every child is different and has different needs so I'm always...
Destiny can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We had a great experience with Destiny! She came to help us when in super short notice (booked through the app) when our regular nanny was taken ill. She was very responsive in answering questions and was very punctual. She played with the kids and did their meal,...

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Patricia O.


Merrick, NY

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

27 Years Experience Working With Special Needs Children And General Education Also

Hi, I've worked and presently still am a special needs teachers aide for s school district. I also have worked for a few families over the past 13 years with children ages 6 months thru 16 (general Ed.) my present job will be ending august 30th. So I am available starting September 3rd in the afternoons. I have references if...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Patti was a wonderful caretaker for our 4 year old son. She's reliable, punctual and has a very calm disposition that any child would respond quickly to. She really loves kids and kids love her. Patti built a wonderful relationship with my whole family. We will...

Casey S.

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Shareeda R.


South Ozone Park, NY

$17-35/hr10 yrs exp

Cna/Companion Care Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I enjoy working and helping the elderly. I worked with all different kinds of patients with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Mentally Disable, M. S, Diabetes, Cancer, Stroke, and special needs. I did medication reminders, preparing meals, bathing, dressing, feeding, cooking, laundry, doctors appointments, outdoor activities, and...
Shareeda can also help with: Dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Shreeda is caring,hardworking and great at any thing she does,I have known her a very long time ! She is very dependable and trustworthy! Whatever position she is hired for she will do her very best,"

Gloria R.

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Medgine J.


Brooklyn, NY

$22-25/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

My name is Medgine. I am a graduate student from Brooklyn College with a bachelor's degree in Children and Youth Studies. Prior to the pandemic, I worked at a day care center that serves children from all ages as an assistant teacher. I also babysat for over five years, and I was a paraprofessional to children with special needs...
Medgine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My family employed Medgine to assist with daytime childcare duties in our home. She is a responsible, dependable, and helpful worker and was a warm and friendly caregiver to our children (ages 2 and 5). She was communicative and flexible about needs and...

Josephine H.

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Marcelle H.


Elmont, NY

$25-48/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Honest And Diligent. Senior caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a skilled Nursing Assistant, with more than 25 years of experience. Over the years I performed different duties in the Healthcare Industry, including taking care of clients with Alzheimers / Dementia and special needs. I also have experience with administering and managing medications. I am an outstanding multitasker and...
Marcelle can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I have known Marcelle for over eight years, over the years Marcelle took care of my son who has Muscular Dystrophy and I found her to be very caring, honest and trustworthy. I highly recommend her for the position she is seeking."

Grace H.

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Deserie T.


Brooklyn, NY

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider And All-around Baby Whisperer.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 30+ years of experience caring for and educating children from birth to young adults with & without special needs. I have been fingerprinted and background checked on file. I am currently trained & certified in Infant/Child & Adult First Aid, AED & CPR. I also have prior Mental Health First Aid Certification, along with...
Deserie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Deserie has been with my family for the past 6 months, she started caring for my daughter when she was 7 weeks old. Deserie has been great from the start, she connected well with my daughter and myself and has helped me being a first time mom. Deserie is always...

Adiasha T.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I've always had a passion for caring for children, and with 20 years of experience as a childcare provider, I know I can create a safe and nurturing environment for your child. I have extensive experience with children of all ages, from newborns to preteens. My previous roles have allowed me to work with children with special...
Sushiela can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sushiela (Liz) has been with my family for 3 years and has been amazing with my daughter (6) and son (4). Since my work schedule is hectic, Sushiela has always been accommodating and flexible; she is also punctual for school drop offs and pick ups. She makes...

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Sarah L.


Fresh Meadows, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name's Sarah , I'm 20 years old and currently in my 3rd year of undergraduate studies at St. John's University and going to be pursuing law school soon. I've been babysitting for about 5 years now, I work well with special needs children and have a 6-year-old autistic brother I take care of. I'm very passionate,...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I hired Sarah to watch my son and daughter it was a wonderful experience. She was amazing with them and very trustworthy. I felt comfortable leaving for the day or night and would not have a a single worry being away. On top of babysitting she would take my 2 dogs...

Mark J.

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Rukminie P.


Queens Village, NY

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part- Time/fulltime

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

why am I passionate about caring for your joy in life, because it brings me joy to see their little eye lite up. I understand that kids just need attention, and I am very good at paying attention to them at all time.
5.0
"Anyone would be very lucky to have Rukminie look after their child or children. I'm a special education teacher, and mom of 3 young girls. I've been providing early intervention services for one of the children Rukminie has been caring for, for about 7 months....

Laura R.

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Katrina D.


Woodhaven, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

I have been the go-to babysitter among family and friends for many years. I have been dealing with ages from 5 months old to 9-year-old. I am a Paraprofessional for the Board of Education, working one on one with special need children and I have worked with kindergarteners, First grade, currently working with Pre-k. My previous...
Katrina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Katrina is the best nanny/sitter I have ever had. She's smart, caring, fun, and just great with kids. I'd recommend 100% to anyone looking for hire."

Naomi S.

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Natalia R.


Ozone Park, NY

$15-30/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced And Goofy Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My care-giving experience is extensive, which has exposed me to a wide range of cultures and backgrounds. I have worked with families who had children with ASD, CP, ADHD, etc. so I understand the responsibilities that are expected of me as a special needs caregiver. One thing that I have learned from care-giving is that each...
4.0
"Natalia has a lovely personality and good work ethic. She worked for us for a few weeks. We have a 70 lb quadriplegic 11 yr old, who isn't easy to handle. She tried her best, but in the end was really to physically small to lift her regularly. Didn't want her...

Teresa S.

I have been in special needs field for over 15 years. I work closely with diverse group of people: ADD/ ADHD, Autism, Asperger's syndrome, learning disabilities, speech impairment, and non-complaint behavior. My experience have taught me the value of patience and encouragement. My skill allow me to meet the needs of every...
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Natalia R.


Ozone Park, NY

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced And Goofy Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My care-giving experience is extensive, which has exposed me to a wide range of cultures and backgrounds. I have worked with families who had children with ASD, CP, ADHD, etc. so I understand the responsibilities that are expected of me as a special needs caregiver. One thing that I have learned from care-giving is that each...
Natalia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Natalia worked for us for about a year and was truly a godsend. She is extremely patient, loving, caring, fun, energetic, and creative. She assisted with my sons therapy and he hit so many developmental milestones thanks to her hard work and consistent effort. She...

Ashley R.

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Daisy I.


Woodhaven, NY

$15/hr4 yrs exp

I have worked in a special needs daycare for four years. I worked with children with autism, Down Syndrome, ADHD, etc. I have always loved working with special needs students since I was in elementary school. I would always volunteer to help out and that is when I knew I loved working with them. I have a lot of patience and I am...
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Beltha H.


Ozone Park, NY

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Adaptive Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi please call me Bel! I have child care experiences from taking care of cousins, nephews/nieces, friends children. Also by working in family home and school settings with infants, early childhood daycare, elementary, junior high schools and high school as a full time paraprofessional for the NYCDOE and private schools as a SETT...
Beltha can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Bel is, in one word, INCREDIBLE! She has helped us care for our two children, ages 2 and 6, since March 2022, including most of the summer of 2022. Bel is organized, punctual, respectful, kind, and highly engaged. She also communicates well about her schedule and...

Andrea F.

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Maribel G.


Flushing, NY

$28/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter Available

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

During my community service in High School, I volunteered at an Elementary as an after-school care helper. I helped care for kids with Special Needs and, on a regular basis, every day I would assist in caring for a class of 20 kids ranging in age from 5 to 7 years old kids. I totally loved the experience of sharing in their fun...
Maribel can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Maribel is helping us with house cleaning and childcare once per week. We have known her for almost 2 years now and we couldn't have been happier with her. She is very meticulous in her work always leaving the house not only clean but also organized and looking...

Nikoletta V.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Woodmere, NY

Olawale E.

5.0

Wale is very personable. He is good at communicating and is level headed and cool when handling conflict. He is also very caring and stands out as one who goes out of his way to make people feel seen.

- Stu C.

Nadia G.

5.0

We were extremely lucky to find Nadia who has been our son's nanny for more than a year (from age 5 months to 18 months). As a first time parent returning to work, I interviewed many nannies and Nadia stood out from the start for her professionalism, kindness, and genuine love of children. She is a...

- Lisha H.

Maya N.

5.0

Maya is a professional through and through. I trust her to take good care of my son.

- Valerie B.

Destiny M.

5.0

Wonderful is an understatement! Destiny always showed such joy and respect when being with my two boys and always came ready and on time for work!

- Kim J.

Patricia O.

5.0

Patti was a wonderful caretaker for our 4 year old son. She's reliable, punctual and has a very calm disposition that any child would respond quickly to. She really loves kids and kids love her. Patti built a wonderful relationship with my whole family. We will miss having her around. We strongly...

- Casey S.

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