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Hi there! I am a licensed special education teacher with 5 years of experience. I currently teach 6th grade ELA in an ICT setting. I have a lot of experience working on life skills with adolescents. It sounds like we would be a perfect fit for what you are looking for for your son! Feel free to reach out if interested! Thanks
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very patient individual with many years of nursing homes, hospitals, and home care experience. some of my experiences are as follows:
colostomy care, trachea care, Parkinson, administering enema, monitoring vitals signs, and some heavy lifting. i. can operate a hoyer, and overhead lift if I am not familiar with your...
Anita can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Work ethic excellent. Very caring, professional. Very detailed oriented. She is
Consistent with the care she gives. My husband smiles whenever she comes and responds to her kindness"
Gayle M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I started working caring for children at a local family daycare as an assistant provider about 9 years ago. After the second year, the daycare closed and I decided to open my own daycare. One of my goals was to teach the kids Spanish as a second language, that was my biggest accomplishment. Also, I worked on my program with a...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Grace is incredibly easy to work with and wonderful with children. We were a hot mess when she started with us. Grace came in and just started taking care of the baby, worked and talked with me about my concerns and fears and helped us get a routine going. The...
Leilani D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had experience working in a nursing home and hospice setting administering care to patients with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer, diabetes, down-syndrome, on dialysis, multiple sclerosis, etc. I have great empathy, understanding, patience and know what is involved in taking vitals, emptying a catheter or giving a person...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My babysitting skills and experience, along with my positive attitude and friendly nature, position me to excel in this role. I have experience with special needs such as administering meals and/or medication via feeding tubes such as NG tubes or G-tubes. I would love the opportunity to meet your family and discuss my...
Marianne can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She did a great job ! I highly recommend her"
Ramona P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Roxanna but I like to be called Rosie. I'm Dominican, so I'm fluent in Spanish, and willing to tutor in that area as well. I own a car, and have a clean license. Also first aid training and CPR certified in all ages.
I've been constantly helping friends and family take care of their little ones ever since I...
Roxanna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very friendly and hard working!
My kids loved her and so did I. She is very responsive and just overall a great nanny."
Sabrina W.
Lauren M.
Montrose, NY
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experience Special Needs Caretaker With A Bachelors In Behavioral Science
5.0
(2)
Hello, I am an energetic, outgoing, friendly, and compassionate person who enjoys working with toddlers, children, teens, and young adults. I have worked as an in-home respite worker for individuals with Autism and other special needs. I have multiple years of experience working as a special education teacher assistant and...
5.0
"Lauren is a compassionate, gentle, and nurturing caretaker. Few people can rival her big heart and understanding for people of all abilities. Lauren works hard to know the intricacies of the individuals she works with, and will make an excellent addition to any...
Christina D.
5.0
(1)
I graduated from New York University last year and I am currently working as an Elementary School Social Worker.
I have 10 years of child care experience; infants, toddlers, grade school, twins, and children with special needs.
I have extensive experience working with early intervention ages and grade school ages on social...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stephanie is responsible, caring, hard working and reliable. She is a safe driver. Overall, I highly recommend Stephanie as a babysitter."
Leslie H.
I am a current licensed social worker and I hold a Masters of Education degree. I've worked with children ages 1-21 years of age. I have experience with special needs children, specifically with autism as well. I also have tutoring experience and I've also worked in a school before as well.
Melanie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am a full time social worker available for evening and weekend babysitting. I have 10+ years of babysitting experience as well as special needs experience.
Liana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi! I've been a professional nanny for over 14 years now. I absolutely adore children! I love watching them exploring and discovering the world, I love helping them achieve their goals, I love seeing the world through their innocent eyes! I have an experience with kids 3 months old to 17 years old, also kids with special needs...
Katarzyna can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Erica, I am a graduate occupational therapy student at Le Moyne College. I live in Downtown Syracuse, am fully vaccinated and have 6 years of experience providing babysitting and tutoring services to many families in the Westchester County NY area.
I have worked as a ABA therapist in early intervention for a year...
Meghan M.
Katonah, NY
$23-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver Who Fully Engaged. Efficient At Following Routines.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of caregiver experience with child with and without special needs. As well as adults with special needs. I have a vehicle with a clean driving record. I have a 2-year-old who is my world. She has an amazing routine. I am able to prepare healthy meals. I can also do laundry and keep a tidy house. I have...
Meghan can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hello! I'm a 21-year-old college student currently home from school due to the Corona Virus. I go to school abroad and study International Relations, with a focus in environmental studies. I have been babysitting since 9th grade and I also volunteered with my schools Special Needs program for an hour each day my junior and...
Mariah G.
Peekskill, NY
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! My Name Is Mariah And I Currently Taking Online Classes To Become A LPN. I Been Working As A Nanny For 6 Years. I Have Experience Working With Children/Adults With Special Needs. I Am Also Certified As A Nursing Assistant For The Past 8 Years. I Am CPR/FirstAID Certified.
If You Think This Could Be A Good Fit Message Me...
Mariah can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Wound Care
Hello! My name is Nicole and I live in Somers, NY with my husband and 2 children ages 7 & 3. I've had such a wonderful experience watching my children grow; however, this mommy is ready to get back into the swing of things! I'm an outgoing & honest caregiver; I absolutely love spending time with children. I'm CPR/AED & Pediatric...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello, my name is Kathleen. I have over 20 years of experience working with children and adults with special needs. Both as a D. S. P. and I currently work at a school with children for special needs. I adore the students.
I am a very kind, compassionate, loving, and gentle woman with lots of patience.
I would also love to be...
Kathleen can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Lauren M.
Montrose, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, I am an energetic, outgoing, friendly, and compassionate person who enjoys working with toddlers, children, and teens. I have worked as an in-home respite worker for individuals with Autism and other special needs. I have multiple years of experience working as a special education teacher assistant and behavior...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Natalie, and I've been babysitting for 10 years. I have a bachelors degree in special needs education, and I have been a head teacher in special needs and general education classrooms. This past school year, I was a long term substitute teacher for a preschool. I have been a special needs babysitter for years,...
Natalie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I have been a caregiver for 29+ years. I'm 47 years old. I am CPR and First Aid certified as well as being a good swimmer. My driving record is clear. I do not smoke or drink. I have many years of experience and would like a live-in position with a good family who needs long-term care. I feel that this is in the best interest of...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Yorktown Heights, NY
Anita P.
5.0
Work ethic excellent. Very caring, professional. Very detailed oriented. She is
Consistent with the care she gives. My husband smiles whenever she comes and responds to her kindness
- Gayle M.
Grace S.
5.0
Grace is incredibly easy to work with and wonderful with children. We were a hot mess when she started with us. Grace came in and just started taking care of the baby, worked and talked with me about my concerns and fears and helped us get a routine going. The baby thrived under her care and I was...
- Leilani D.
Marianne L.
5.0
She did a great job ! I highly recommend her
- Ramona P.
Roxanna L.
5.0
Very friendly and hard working!
My kids loved her and so did I. She is very responsive and just overall a great nanny.
- Sabrina W.
Lauren M.
5.0
Lauren is a compassionate, gentle, and nurturing caretaker. Few people can rival her big heart and understanding for people of all abilities. Lauren works hard to know the intricacies of the individuals she works with, and will make an excellent addition to any family.
- Christina D.
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