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Alexa W.

Experienced

Elmont, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Alexa. I have worked for the NYC Department of Education with children with special needs such as autism, down syndrome, behavioral needs, and more for the past three years. I have a passion for supporting children who are often overlooked or misunderstood. During my time in the school system, I have learned how...
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Elmont, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as friendly, peaceful, caring. I've worked for the NYC department of Education in district 75 with special needs children with autism, Down syndrome, behavioral needs and more. I have a passion for helping and supporting children not only academically but emotionally. In my spare time, I like to go...
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Special Needs Assistance

Forest Hills, NY

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$19/hr
I took care of children that had developmental challenges. Attention Deficit and Down Syndrome. I am passionate about children and adults that has special needs due to having a brother with Down syndrome. I am also a certified Personal Care Assistant. I am flexible with time, and go the extra mile to accommodate my clients...
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Nayra

Whitestone, NY

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$20/hr
I do have more experience with autism, down syndrome and cerebral palsy. But I'm able to learn new skill?!
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Brooklyn, NY

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$25/hr
7 years experience
I have almost 9 years of experience caring for people of different ages with different problems. I worked with a 70-year-old man for 7 years when I was 16. He had medical issues and bone disease, so I was managing his doctor visits and his medicine. I have taken care of my grandmother. Since I was a kid, because she was living...
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Hewlett, NY

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Throughout high school I worked with an organization focused on helping families with children who have special needs. I primarily worked with children with low Autism and Down syndrome. This has always been my passion as I continued to achieve a bachelor's in psychology at Boston University and will be going on to receive my...
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Flushing, NY

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$19/hr
8 years experience
Hello, my name is Beth and I am currently looking for a caregiving position for children or adult with special needs such as but not limited to ADHD, autism, downs syndrome. I have most recently worked with a young lady with autism since she was 13. She's a lot more independent but I still help her on some weekends. I currently...
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Valley Stream, NY

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$20/hr
8 years experience
I have 8 years of experience with people who suffer from epilepsy , Down syndrome, ADHD and adults and children with disabilities.
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Part-Time/ Full-Time Care Giver

Rockville Centre, NY

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$20/hr
I have grown up with special needs family members and classmates. I am familiar with down syndrome and autism. My passion for special needs children came in elementary school. In elementary school, the special needs children, most of which were down syndrome, were able to join regular classrooms for half of the day. I enjoyed...
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South Richmond Hill, NY

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$19/hr
5 years experience
I have over 10 years of experience working with special need kids. I worked with kids that has asthma, ADHD, kabuki syndrome, Down syndrome, speech delayed.
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East Meadow, NY

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$10/hr
10 years experience
As a licensed healthcare professional I have cared for a number of people with special needs including those on the autistic spetrum, downs syndrome, wheelchair bound and other mentally challenging disabilities I feel drawn to help people as they deserve the best quality of life and would do my best to serve them and their...
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Garden City, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
In the summer, I do camp anchor. I volunteer with down syndrome and autistic kids, devoting all of my time to them. I love doing camp anchor because I create relationships that will last a life time.
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Professional, Compassionate Nanny In Long Beach, NY

Long Beach, NY

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$15/hr
15 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Cecilia, but I go by Ceci or Cee for short! I am a professional tattoo artist who recently finished my two year apprenticeship, and I am now searching for the perfect family to grow with, as I have a lifelong passion for childcare. I have over 15 years of paid experience taking care of children of all...
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Highly Experienced, Fun And Creative Special Educator

Floral Park, NY

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I am a recent college graduate with a license in teaching children with disabilities. I also have worked with kids with disabilities my whole life through my brother with Down Syndrome. I have a lot of experience taking care of him as well as other families with children with disabilities.
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Cindy H

Freeport, NY

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$21/hr
I am a caring compassionate mom of a teen daughter with ASD. I have tons of experience with different disabilities. I am full time caregiver for my sister with Down's Syndrome as well. I was looking for a part time position while my daughter is in school and my sister is at program. Ideally during the hours 9:15 - 2:45 or even...
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Queens Village, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Currently, I am working as a Direct Professional Aide working with individuals with Lagone-Down Syndrome, Autisum, ADD, ADHD, Physicosis, and OCD. Also, I'm a Registered Medical Assistant and have certification in CPR for adults, adolescents, and infants. It brings me joy to help others out on a personal level to achieve...
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Compassionate & Experienced Nanny For Special Needs Care

South Richmond Hill, NY

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$23/hr
1 year experience
I'm Nathalie, I have a bachelor degree in Business Administration and I have one year of experience caring for a child with Down syndrome, and I truly enjoy helping children in their development. Providing support, patience, and care is my passion, and I strive to create a safe and nurturing environment for every child I work...
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NYC Creative & Active Babysitter And Nanny

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience caring for the following special needs categories: Down syndrome, Type 1 Diabetes and Autism Spectrum - PDDNOS, Intellectually Disabled.
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Graduate Student Looking For Occasional Babysitting Jobs

Yonkers, NY

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
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Hello! My name is Beatriz and I'm 24 years old. I am a first-year Physician Assistant student at Pace University. I'm a super big sister and auntie! I have extensive experience with children of all ages, including children with special needs, such as autism and Down Syndrome. Additionally, in high school I babysat for a variety...

Lauren R. says "I wish there were 10 stars! I cannot speak highly enough about Beatriz. When I tell my boys, 3 & 5, Beatriz is coming to babysit they literally watch the...

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Hoboken, NJ

4.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm Michael, a young, freelance writer with a love for kids. My two younger sisters don't hurt. One has Down syndrome, so I'm used to caring for children with special needs. If you're looking for the kind of sitter to park your kids in front of the TV, look elsewhere. From board games to outdoor excursions, I'll keep them...

Saurabh P. says "Michael was a caregiver for our two sons (preschooler and fourth grader) on two occasions in the past few months. My interaction with Michael during the...

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