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Special needs caregivers in Woodmere, NY

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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Natalia worked for us for 3 months, she is very kind and creative. She dealt with a hectic summer camp schedule, picking up both my kids and other kids and dropping them off at different locations. She made sure my kids had snacks and water, took them to the pool...

Meghan L.

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...

Toni-ann H.


Queens Village, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Trustworthy And Patient Childcare Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work as a Paraprofessional for the Department of Education supporting students with special needs to meet their IEP goals. I have experience working with families after school and during the summer, helping with school pickups, drop-offs to extracurricular activities, engaging in fun art projects, assisting with homework,...
Toni-ann can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Toni-ann has been a wonderful and reliable caregiver for our two daughters. She is communicative and flexible, helping out on a regular schedule and also as needed. She manages both girls and their squabbles very well, and they both really like being with her. We...

Katherine M.

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
"A caring sitter for my 2 year old. Started her day, changed, fed and keep her company. Would recommend for any family needing a sitter."

Leslie H.

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, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Maribel has been picking my kids up from school and taking them to the playground and helping with homework. The kids love playing with her and she is very responsible."

Betsy S.

Marianne T.


Flushing, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Availability

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am been in the special needs field for over 40 years. While many of my years have been spent providing services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, I also have experience with children as I began my career in special needs working in a children's recreation program and volunteering in a special needs...
Marianne can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Lauren G.


Bellmore, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Lauren and I am currently a certified 3rd grade teacher. I have taught for 5 years and babysat for many years. I previously worked in a daycare for young children. I also have experience with special needs children.
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Kristen F.


Garden City, NY

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Caring And Fun Sitter!

I have many years of experience with children including summer camps, babysitting, tutoring, and working with children with special needs. I love creating a fun and caring environment for kids!
Kristen can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning

Nigeria W.


Uniondale, NY

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Helpful Caregiver

I am an experienced professional who has worked with Special needs population for over 20 years, additionally I have worked with patients with Dementia/CP. I have my own car and I am trained in CPR, First Aid, and AED. I have my own transportation. I graduated with a BA on Psychology from Hofstra University. I am willing to...
Nigeria can also help with: Respite care, errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, transportation & more

Kathleen A.


New Hyde Park, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Or Full Time Babysitter/Nanny Available For All Children; Specialty In Special Needs

I've been caring for children from birth through mid-high school for almost 10 years. I have been a babysitter, nanny and tutor for children with special needs of all ranges of degrees, as well as with four or more children at a time. I have an extensive resume ready for your viewing with a complete list of references. I...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Ryan B.


Richmond Hill, NY

$15-35/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time To Part Time Caregiver Available

with experience in: 1. Special Needs Care 2. Dementia 3. Alzheimer's Disease 4. Parkinson's Disease 5. Memory Care 6. Private Chef 7. Light Housekeeping Only 8. Companionship
Ryan can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Kira V.


Long Beach, NY

$25-30/hr1 yrs exp

Compassionate Senior Care

My name is Kira, and I have experience working with people with special needs as a Teacher Assistant. I also have a year of experience working with a senior who had dementia. My role was primarily that of a companion, meeting him in his own home and helping with medication management, preparing food, light housekeeping, and...
Kira can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, meal prep, respite care

Jenna G.


Elmont, NY

$18-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been responsible for the care of two children (7 1/2 and 5) for the last 7 years. One of which having special needs. Some of my responsibilities included baths/showers, folding& putting away laundry, feeding them, driving the children to extra curricular activities such as soccer or their classes at "my gym". Some of my...
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance

Laravia C.


Brooklyn, NY

$17/hr7 yrs exp

I Will Handle Your Love Ones With Care

I've always been a very caring and nurturing person, especially towards children. I have babysat and look after younger children such as babies, and older children such as teenagers. I also have experience in tutoring special needs children at a junior high school and high school grade level. I also have over five years of...
Laravia can also help with: Craft assistance

Jeanette B.


Little Neck, NY

$30-35/hr4 yrs exp

Professional Teacher And Caregiver

Hello! I am a certified teacher who wants to work with children to expose myself to more diversity and work on expanding myself. I am patient, hard-working, friendly, and always flexible. I have worked with camps, special needs 1:1 work, teaching all populations from Pre-K to 12th grade, and I am comfortable with all types of...
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Kimberly A.


South Richmond Hill, NY

$30/hr3 yrs exp

I'm Kimberly.

Hi, my name is Kimberly. I'm 34years old. I'm a mom with two beautiful kids. I've been a dental assistant for the past 7years. I have a great passion for working with kids of all age range. I also work very well with special need kids. I am energetic, caring and has lots patience. I have 10 years experience with child care and...
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

I am family oriented, I'm a mom to 3 boys, two that are special needs. I'm attentive, supportive, honest and reliable. I been working in healthcare for 10 years now. I am hands on.
Latania can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

Clare F.


Floral Park, NY

$17-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

My name is Clare and I am a freshman at the University of Scranton and I am studying Occupational Therapy. I am looking to help families out while I am home on my summer break. I am available anytime from Memorial Day until July, when I begin my job working as a counselor at Camp Anchor. I will also be available for afternoon or...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a pediatric registered nurse who loves kids! I'd describe my personality as sweet, responsible and trustworthy. I started working with kids when in a pediatric hospital 2 years ago. I have experience with special needs children as well. I've worked with kids of all ages!
Idalis can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Catalina E.


Oakland Gardens, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter With 6 Years Of Experience

Having years of experience as a sitter, I also work as a teacher assistant for children between the ages 2.5 to 5 years old. I am experienced with special needs children as well as children in universal pre-k so I am very familiar with the common core standards implemented by the Board of Ed. Working with children is my passion...
Catalina can also help with: Travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Woodmere, NY

Natalia R.

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 really became part of our family...

- Ashley R.

Toni-ann H.

5.0

Toni-ann has been a wonderful and reliable caregiver for our two daughters. She is communicative and flexible, helping out on a regular schedule and also as needed. She manages both girls and their squabbles very well, and they both really like being with her. We are confident in her ability to help...

- Katherine M.

Beltha H.

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 any expectations around future...

- Andrea F.

Maribel G.

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 amazing. She is also great when it...

- Nikoletta V.

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