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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Port Washington, NY
The average rate is $22/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Port Washington, NY
Juana P.
Port Washington, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I'd describe my personality as flexible, and understanding. I like working with kids because they're fun, easy going and super cute, I started working with children when I was 21 years old with my own family and friends. I had my son at the age of 23, Now I'm 33 years old and my son is 10 ( best years of my life ). With the time...
5.0
"Juana has been working with us for several months. She is extremely responsible in caring for both our 1 1/2 year old and 5 year. She is active, attentive, caring and patient. We cannot recommend her highly...
Reviewed by Amanda Z.
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I have interned helping individuals with autism at the Eden II Genesis Outreach Center in East Meadow, NY. I have helped them develop social skills, such as sitting at the lunch table and socializing with one another. I just graduated from Villanova with a B. A. in psychology.
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Hi, my name is Vanessa I have 25 years old, I live in Port Washington, I'm a very friendly person, I love to take care other people, my family always teach me to respect the other, and I know everyone deserves respect and confidence. I'm a very organized person, I like to follow schedules and I'm always open to help with the...
Juana P.
Port Washington, NY
$25-50/hr
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Hello, I'm Juana I described my personality as compassionate, understanding and outgoing. I have 13+ years of experience working with kids with special needs providing excellent care and companionship to those who need it.
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Hello, my prefered name is Ellis and my pronouns are he/him. I am very good with kids and animals. I am accepting of everyone. I have about seven years of experience babysitting my cousins and others. I worked at a camp called camp horseability for two years. There I worked with kids with special needs. I love arts and crafts...
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Hi! My name is Carlotta. I have 15 years of childcare experience. I am the oldest of three girls and I took care of youngest sisters at a young age, which marked the beginning of my childcare experience. I have my BA degree in Psychology. I am a pediatric nurse.
I am CPR/BLS certified. I also have experience working with...
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My name is Morgen. I'm a 19-year-old college student taking the semester off and am looking for work opportunities while I'm home. I have over five years of babysitting experience and have spent two summers working as a camp counselor. I also have experience working with children with special needs. Additionally, I have...
Dominique K.
Port Washington, NY
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Teacher Seeking After-school, Weekend, School Break, Summers Opportunities.
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I would like to contribute to your family's needs. The social, educational, emotional milestones in childhood development are wonderful to partake in. My experiences with each stage of life, beginning with birth through teenagers, are rewarding and fulfilling. In addition to nannying/babysitting, I have taught in pre-school,...
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I've been working with children since I was about 12 years old in several different environments. I have 20 years experience babysitting and about 8 years experience working in education. I have my bachelors in early childhood education and my masters degree in special education. I have a 3-year-old daughter with special needs...
Juana P.
Port Washington, NY
$25-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Juana. I describe myself as compassionate, outgoing, flexible and understanding individual. I have one year of experience working with adults individuals with special needs and 13 years working with kids with special needs. I specialize in providing personalized care to help those I work with live more...
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I have over 12 years of experience. I am a reliable, compassionate, trustworthy and patient private caregiver who is very knowledgeable caring for elderly and special needs patients. Adept in meal preparation, personal grooming, maintenance of the household, administering medication and just building an overall strong bond and...
5.0
"I needed a last minute caregiver for my mom and could not have asked for a better person for the job than Waheeda. She is knowledgeable, compassionate, thorough and has an amazing energy. She brought her own...
Reviewed by Tiffany H.
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I have 20 years EXPERIENCE and TRAINING working with Special Needs Children, I am Gentle and Affectionate, and I have raised two Special Needs children of my own. I am patient and skilled in Medication Administration, CPR, Crisis Intervention, and handling other Emergencies I have a natural rapport with children, and require...
5.0
"Iris has watched our 2.5 year old several times now, and has been wonderful. Iris has been very flexible and accommodating, and more importantly, our daughter adores her--she continues to talk about all the fun...
Reviewed by Meghan M.
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I am a professional with more than 10 years of experience as a nanny as well as a mother. I started out as a mother help for family and friends then became something I love to do. I have cared for all age children including special needs, willing to help to prep meals, laundry and light housekeeping. Looking for a full time...
5.0
"She work with me over 1 year, she is very honest and friendly person.
I know she did her best for my kids. I am so thankful that."
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I have babysat and coached lacrosse for the past 6 years for children up to the ages of 11. I have also worked with special needs in the Best Buddies and Respite program at my church all throughout middle school and high school! I have a car and clean driving record! I don't just sit there but I engage and ensure the kids are...
5.0
"Caroline is one of the most amazing babysitters I have ever worked with! She is so professional and my kids LOVED her! I would recommend Caroline to anyone!"
Reviewed by Amy W.
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I have been working at a charter school for the last 6 years. I have knowledge of children ages 0-13 years old at this time. I love children! Prior to working at the school I gained experience working with children. I have worked at a camp for 13 years. I also have experience working with children with special needs. I worked at...
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"Antoinette is very reliable, punctual and professional. Very kind and caring. Always goes above to get the job done."
Reviewed by Zaida S.
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I have 6 years of experience and I love working with kids. I have worked with all age children from 5-month-old babies to 13-year-olds. I also have experience with special needs children, hyperactive children and twins. I have taken children to school, picked them up from school, taken them to after school activities and...
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Hello! My name is Jennifer, I am an experienced and dependable babysitter with over 10 years of experience taking care of children of all ages. With my extensive background in child care, I am confident I can provide your little one with a safe, fun and stimulating environment. I'm a patient and nurturing caregiver, who loves...
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"I hired Jennifer to take care of my infant , she was with us for 2 years. She is very reliable , caring and patient "
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Hello there! My name is Ashley and I have had approximately 14 years of experience working with children. I began my experience tutoring elementary-aged children when I was in middle school. My experience grew as I began to babysit throughout my high school years. While I was pursuing my undergraduate degree, I worked as a...
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"Ashley is wonderful! Tons of experience, and it shows. I am totally at ease when she is babysitting, and my daughter adores her. "
Reviewed by Taran L.
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Good afternoon parents,
My name is Gabriela I am a college graduate and I would love to work with your children. I have worked in an after school program with children of all ages and I've taken care of children with special needs like cerebral palsy. I took care of her as a newborn and up to a year old. I love children and...
5.0
"Gabriela was respectful and kind! My daughter loved playing with her. She was also very clean and punctual. Definitely would hire her again. "
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I have 10+ yrs of experience. I've worked with multiple children, twins, elderly and special needs. I am a mother my self and understand the struggle parents have when it comes to finding someone trustworthy and reliable. I do tutoring, transportation, back up, overnights, vacation and on call childcare. I care for children in...
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"We hired Mariana for babysitting our daughter and she was fabulous!! She went above and beyond taking excellent care of our daughter, giving her medication, giving her snacks & dinner, doing nap time/bedtime...
Reviewed by Elizabeth M.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Port Washington, NY
Juana P.
5.0
Juana has been working with us for several months. She is extremely responsible in caring for both our 1 1/2 year old and 5 year. She is active, attentive, caring and patient. We cannot recommend her highly enough!
- Amanda Z.
Waheeda K.
5.0
Waheeda was totally reliable, extremely knowledgeable, caring and compassionate.She took care of my brother-in-law who got progressively worse from a fatal disease. He had limited mobility at first but became bedridden. He was very difficult to attend to. Waheeda was a saint. She also stayed when...
- Stephen S.
Iris D.
5.0
Our family was blessed to have Ms.Iris for a year.we appreciate all the love she put into watching my son.I could have not done it without her support especially through covid. Ms.Iris has become part of our family.My son needed someone he could engage with and some one who communicated with him.My...
- Abigail S.
Maria M.
5.0
She work with me over 1 year, she is very honest and friendly person.
I know she did her best for my kids. I am so thankful that.
- Care member
Caroline K.
5.0
Caroline is one of the most amazing babysitters I have ever worked with! She is so professional and my kids LOVED her! I would recommend Caroline to anyone!
- Amy W.
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