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Virginia V.
Far Rockaway, NY
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
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I love children have been taking care of children since 2004 ever since it's been a blessing taking care of children I also love pets and take care of pets along with disabled children and special need children adult also work with twins and triplets I love to read with the children play watch movies and interact I like taking...
5.0
"I only needed Virginia's help for a short period of time. She wanted to be helpful right away--quickly learning what needed to get done and when. She helped around the house as well. Always early! My favorite...
Reviewed by Aleksandra Z.
5.0
(2)
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Hello! I am a very fun, patient, and easy-going person with around 6 years of experience in childcare. I have cared for kids from 8 months to 13 years, so I have experience with all ages! I also have experience with special needs children. While babysitting, I love to play games, watch movies, and just chill and hang out! I make...
5.0
"Oni is absolutely amazing with my kids! I have two crazy boys who are 5 and 7 and they love when Oni comes to babysit them. She is punctual, responsible, dependable, and lots of fun. The only bad thing is...
Reviewed by Kasey M.
5.0
(1)
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Hi my name is Ashley! I am a 28-year-old woman who is 2nd grade teacher. My passion is working with kids, I love being around children and being a part of their growth. Prior to being a 2nd grade teacher, I was a teacher in a preschool program for 4 years and prior to that I worked in a toddler program. I have babysat for over...
5.0
"Ashley is a loving, nurturing, and caring person. She has a way with children that is remarkable! Working with children ranging from ages 3-9 throughout her career, I know that she is more than capable of...
Reviewed by Amy M.
Rachel R.
Brooklyn, NY
$25-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi! I have been a child care provider for 7 years. The past year I have been working as a live-in aid for a joyful little 4-year-old boy with a rare syndrome known as ADNP. The syndrome itself features intellectual disability & autism spectrum disorder, which, for him, has caused an absence of verbal communication, impaired...
Nabila N.
Brooklyn, NY
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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10 years experience as a babysitter . I speak Arabic, French and English. I have experience with special need kids.
5.0
"She is a professional and hardworking person."
Reviewed by Mohamed H.
Daisy I.
Woodhaven, NY
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Occupational Therapy Assistant/Certified Teacher Assistant/Experienced Babysitter
5.0
(3)
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Hello to all!
My name is Daisy and I absolutely love children! Their little personalities are just simply amazing and refreshing. I work with children with special needs during the day as my full time job and earn extra money babysitting on the side.
I have 2 children of my own, girls (12 and 2 years old).
I am very...
5.0
"Daisy was wonderful with our daughter. She even brought some games! Got to our house early and sent us updates through the night. Please make sure you add Daisy to your shortlist she is worth it!"
Reviewed by Paul S.
5.0
(1)
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I have extensive experience working with children with developmental and intellectual disabilities including working in both a mild/moderate classroom setting and in a severe needs Autism program. I am a respite caregiver during the school year through social services and care for children ages 3-15 with varying disabilities....
3.7
(3)
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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...
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...
Reviewed by Meghan L.
5.0
(1)
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I have experience working with kids with ADHD as well as children on the Autism / Aspergers Spectrum. I have also conducted and analyzed extensive research on children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and behavioral conduct issues, thus I am quite familiar with the special considerations and issues involved in working with...
5.0
(1)
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I have been taking care of children for years, I have worked with children with special needs including ASD and dyslexia. I can help with housekeeping and grocery shopping. I am able to prepare meals, and take children on play dates. I have worked with children ranging from 1-year-old to 13 years old.
5.0
"It's with much pleasure that I'm able to recommend Nicole as a babysitter. She has watched her cousin and my friend's son (ages 2 and 9) twice a week for the entire year and Nicole were a joy to work...
Reviewed by Care member
Nadia G.
Jamaica, NY
$19-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver With 21 Plus Years Experience In The Industry Seeks New Position.
5.0
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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...
5.0
"Nadia has taken great care of our baby girl since September 2019. We are sad to lose her but we are moving out of state."
Reviewed by Bilal H.
Jaely M.
Valley Stream, NY
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hello My name is Jaely, I am a 20-year-old native New Yorker. I come from a big family and that has given me the opportunity to be able to to relate to children of all age ranges . I am experienced with special needs children as well. I am willing to do light housekeeping and grocery shop. I'm very hard working and when given a...
5.0
"Jaely is an amazing care giver. She goes above and beyond to make sure my children are safe, comfortable and happy during her time with her. I absolutely recommend her to any family. "
Reviewed by Leslie M.
Leslie C.
South Richmond Hill, NY
$35/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I've been caring for children for seven years. I have experience with caring for multiple children at once. In a classroom setting as well as home setting. I love watching the children grow and reach their milestones. I also have experience with children who have special needs if that s what you seek in a caregiver .
5.0
"Leslie was so sweet and patient with my child. Hired due to her experience in Special Ed preschool and can't say enough good things about her! Trustworthy and responsible and appreciated the wonderful two years...
Reviewed by Brittany L.
5.0
(1)
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Hi, my name is Angelica! I'm a Certified Medical Assistant and experienced part-time nanny for amazing families. I also provide Spanish tutoring with multiple levels of learning, I am energetic, great multitasker and I enjoy teaching and taking care of children.
5.0
"Thanks to Maria for being an exceptional help for me and my family, she was always one step ahead on everything we appreciate it her time with us. She is always cheerful, joyful and has a good attitude. Would...
Reviewed by Kevin C.
Julieta C.
Franklin Square, NY
$23-25/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
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Hi!! I have been a childcare provider for many years, I love children dearly, I think they're the best!! I have worked with a special needs child, in a day care center, and in private homes with infants, toddlers, preescholers and elementary school children. I'm an honest, loving, responsable and energetic person. I'm also...
5.0
"Julieta was wonderful with our 1 year old. She is great with kids and very dependable."
Reviewed by Voki S.
5.0
(2)
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I would like to take the opportunity to state my strong interest in caring for elder, special needs, nanny and babysitter. I am a reliable, calm, confident and an organized individual with experience such as part-time, full-time and live-in capacities caregiver. Currently, I am fully available. I live a smoke-free and drug-free...
5.0
"Althea was very accommodating and has an excellent background. She was punctual, and knowledgeable in her field. Our needs changed so we were unable to hire her, but she will certainly be a wonderful asset to...
Reviewed by Julieta F.
Oscar R.
Brooklyn, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
12+ Years Experience Of Direct Support For Variety Of Developmental Disabilities
5.0
(4)
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Hello!
I have over 10 yrs of experience in providing supports and care for children and adults with PDD and ASD. I've received training in ABA therapy and have extensive work history with a focus on daily life goals, as well as music therapy (I play and teach several instruments), cooking, outdoor activities, and exercise (I...
5.0
"Very dependable, kind, caring, patient, really cut out for this kind of work."
Reviewed by Richard I.
5.0
(1)
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My name is Katie, I graduated with my bachelors in 2021, and currently work a 9-5. I used to be a live-in and live-out nanny and occasional babysitter throughout high school and college. A lot of people would describe me as caring, hard working, a problem solver and emotionally intelligent. Most importantly, I want to be a role...
5.0
"Katherine M. took great care of our two children for nearly two years. She was always a good example of kindness and respect for others with her mild-mannered ways.
Katherine helped with homework,...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(4)
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As the oldest of 3 kids and 10 cousins, I have been taking care of younger kids my whole life. I love being around developing minds and hearing their amazing questions. I love to play and have been working as a babysitter for 10+ years. I have babysat a total of 22 children, ages 0 months-15 years of age. My responsibilities...
5.0
"We LOVE Alyssa. She is the first person we trusted to baby-sit our infant daughter. Her experience is extensive and most importantly our daughter is happy in her care. Alyssa is great at...
Reviewed by Erin C.
5.0
(1)
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Hi! I recently graduated from Elon University with a degree in Strategic Communications. During my junior and senior year, I had the privilege of babysitting a little boy. He was 6 months old when I started, so it was wonderful to see him grow! I am so thankful for the beautiful bond I formed with him and his family. Throughout...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Howard Beach, NY
Virginia V.
5.0
Virginia came to my rescue when I desperately needed a babysitter to go to work immediately and highly punctual! If in need I recommend!
- Care member
Oni S.
5.0
Oni is absolutely amazing with my kids! I have two crazy boys who are 5 and 7 and they love when Oni comes to babysit them. She is punctual, responsible, dependable, and lots of fun. The only bad thing is that she's in school at NYU and we live in MD so we can't have her to sit as often as we...
- Kasey M.
Ashley G.
5.0
Ashley is a loving, nurturing, and caring person. She has a way with children that is remarkable! Working with children ranging from ages 3-9 throughout her career, I know that she is more than capable of caring for any child. As I have seen her around children in many different capacities...
- Amy M.
Nabila N.
5.0
Nabila cared for our daughter when she was a baby and was wonderful. They were always playing and singing and laughing. She also did our daughter's laundry, which was a huge help to use because our baby had reflux and spit up a lot. Nabila is warm and caring and thoughtful and always took direction...
- Alex C.
Daisy I.
5.0
Daisy was wonderful with our daughter. She even brought some games! Got to our house early and sent us updates through the night. Please make sure you add Daisy to your shortlist she is worth it!
- Paul S.
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