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Alyssa C.
East Setauket, NY
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi my name is Alyssa. I am 26 years old. I have been working with kids since I was 15. I have worked with every age group. I was a preschool teacher, substitute teacher. I have my bachelors degree. I also, have experience with disabled kids and special needs kids. I have been a nanny for a year. I also, taught dance and...
5.0
"Alyssa has been babysitting my children for 5 years now and I have seen her become a preschool teacher and grow with the children. It is wonderful she is absolutely wonderful with the children. I would...
Reviewed by Michelle G.
Amanda M.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$10-15/hr
5.0
(1)
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My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...
5.0
"I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son."
Reviewed by Meryl B.
Jaime S.
Smithtown, NY
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver Until Summer Then I Can Go Full-Time Lifeguard Also
5.0
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My qualifications:
-I've been a part-time babysitter since 2009 from ages 3-12.
-I did full time babysitting last summer, ages 4-12.
-I have experienced in babysitting special needs children.
-I have been a certified lifeguard since 2010, also I am certified in CPR for all ages, certified in AED and First Aid. I student teach...
5.0
"Jaime applied to our summer child care job and came to meet the family in person. She was absolutely lovely! She called the day of the interview to confirm, showed up on time and bonded with our kids very...
Reviewed by Shawna A.
5.0
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I am a retired elementary school teacher. I am CPR/AED certified. I taught a Pre-K readiness program and designed a Pre-K music and arts curriculum. I have experience with special needs children. I am also a CNA and Geriatric Specialist. I am experienced in private and institutional settings. I offer child care, and companion /...
5.0
" I absolutely love Felicia! She has been such a big help to our family. My daughter always looks forward to seeing Felicia every week. We trust her very much. We would highly recommend her! "
Reviewed by Liz B.
5.0
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I'm an experienced caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and adults and able to assist with ADLs and some occupational therapy as well. I enjoy helping to make peoples lives less stressful and more enjoyable. I am first aid and CPR certified I've been in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have extensive...
Bonnie L.
Mount Sinai, NY
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Working Educated Profess. Experienced Behavioral Intervention Specialist. Availability Varies.
5.0
(1)
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I am a parent trainer and a Behavior Intervention Specialist. I work for a few organizations, and hold experience working with families since 1998. My work is focused on how to best support the need of the children and provide tools and education to their parents.
5.0
"Bonnie is smart, kind, mature and helpful. She has a great energy about her and has been a wonderful asset to our special needs teen. She is extremely goal driven and is helping our teen grow in her...
Reviewed by Deanna N.
4.3
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I have been working with kids for over 10 years and have 3 of my own! I have experience with newborns, toddlers, kids and teens. I have worked with special needs, multiples and twins and have many references. I am patient, reliable, caring and kind. I absolutely love any and all babies and kids! I am flexible and willing to work...
5.0
"Jackie was on-time, enthusiastic, and sweet with the baby. We felt very comfortable leaving our son with her, and would definitely use this service again. She was excellent. Very warm and set our hearts at ease...
Reviewed by Tae F.
5.0
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Hello, I am David. I've worked with autistic kids and young adults at DDI for 2 years in the past. I've also worked with pediatric cancer patients for over 15 years and served as camp director for pediatric cancer patients and siblings. I am a NYS EMT, volunteer firefighter, retired police officer but chef by trade. I have...
5.0
"David is caring, helpful and funny. He treats the patient with respect and understanding. He is the first caretaker we hired and I believe we got very lucky and hope future caretakers are as great as he is."
Reviewed by Elena C.
5.0
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I have recent experience providing child care for children and special needs kids. I enjoyed playing games, arts & crafts, providing meals and transportation to various activities. I am dog friendly and able to tidy up and help with homework. In the past I have volunteered at church working in both the nursery and teaching...
5.0
"Pleasure to have working with my family. Never missed a day of work the whole time she was with us. Very organized and dependable great with children "
Reviewed by Amy H.
Cameron C.
Islip, NY
$22/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! My names Cameron and i'm 23 years old. I graduated college with a bachelors degree in Psychology. I have worked as a one to one aid at a school with a child with autism. I am available anytime any day date nights too. I have a lot of experience working with children ages 1-12 I have babysat many kids. I have 4 younger...
5.0
"Very caring and attentive. Energetic and loves to play games with the kids."
Reviewed by Yvonne R.
Felicia C.
Mount Sinai, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I am a retired teacher who has also worked as a volunteer for many years and also as a teacher. Helping those with special needs is a gift. We all have special things that make us unique. Helping a person with special needs reach their fullest potential is what I feel good about doing. I have extensive experience working with...
Clarissa R.
Coram, NY
$22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi! Thank you for viewing my profile. My name is Clarissa and I am 23 with 6+ years of babysitting experience. I have a BS and MS degree in Biomedical Engineering. I am very patient, compassionate, and responsible with children. I have experience with babies, toddlers, and special needs children. I love the outdoors, art and...
5.0
"Clarissa watched my two young (2.5 years and 13months old) children for a long evening so my husband and I could attend an event. She was flexible and booked last minute, thoughtful about how my kids would...
Reviewed by Julie M.
Lindsey W.
Port Jefferson Station, NY
$17-21/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter, Hard Worker And Great With Kids
4.5
(2)
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Hi there! My name is Lindsey, I am 23 years old and I recently graduated from SUNY Fredonia. I went to Fredonia as an education major to be a teacher and graduated this May. I am currently substitute teaching at my home district where I went as a kid. I am looking for work, before school, after school, or potentially anything...
5.0
"This is my first time with a babysitter whose not grandma or grandpa , but she exceeded our expectations!! The kids absolutely love her because she is kind and caring . I would 100% recommend her to anyone who...
Reviewed by Cindy V.
5.0
(2)
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Hello, Moms and Dads! My name is Emily and I will be 21 years old in January. I have over six years of watching, aiding, and taking care of my younger special needs brother, who is the only person in the world with his chromosome disorder. He needed aiding in bathing, getting dressed, eating, and doing homework. He is hearing...
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I have experience working with hoyer, sereta dementia Alzheimer's Parkinson's special needs etc. Up on requests
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I currently work full time in a school district and work evenings and weekends with special needs children. Taking them out into the community to learn how to be independent and also take them out for fun. Have my own experience with a step son
of my own who had special needs as well.
Resume is available.
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I have many years caring for seniors, 7+ to be exact. I worked in the mental health/special needs field for the last 7 years with adults and elderly with developmental disabilities. I prepared meals, fed meals, dispensed medication, assisted with changes, toileting, dressing and showers/baths. I am familiar with certain...
Lindsey W.
Port Jefferson Station, NY
$10-15/hr
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I have worked with special needs adults for the past 5 years. I had a grandmother with Huntington's disease and an aunt with Parkinson's which I believe has taught me how important it is to pick the right person to take care of a loved one.
Jilana C.
Nesconset, NY
$17-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I am currently a college student. I have been babysitting since I was around 15 years old and I have experience with babysitting a wide range of ages as well as babysitting special needs children. I am extremely friendly, loving, responsible, and patient.
Saima N.
Holbrook, NY
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I have provided special needs and senior care for a few years now. I have a lot of experience and would love to share with you.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lake Grove, NY
Alyssa C.
5.0
Alyssa has been babysitting my children for 5 years now and I have seen her become a preschool teacher and grow with the children. It is wonderful she is absolutely wonderful with the children. I would recommend her to babysit.
- Michelle G.
Amanda M.
5.0
I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son.
- Meryl B.
Jaime S.
5.0
Jaime applied to our summer child care job and came to meet the family in person. She was absolutely lovely! She called the day of the interview to confirm, showed up on time and bonded with our kids very quickly (despite the fact that my 10 year old son was angry about something when she showed...
- Shawna A.
Felicia C.
5.0
I absolutely love Felicia! She has been such a big help to our family. My daughter always looks forward to seeing Felicia every week. We trust her very much. We would highly recommend her!
- Liz B.
Bonnie L.
5.0
Bonnie is smart, kind, mature and helpful. She has a great energy about her and has been a wonderful asset to our special needs teen. She is extremely goal driven and is helping our teen grow in her independence.
- Deanna N.
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