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Shirley P.


Port Chester, NY

$20-30/hr

Professional Special Needs Caregiver

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My name is Shirley and I have 11 years of experience taking care of children. I have worked with children ages, just born up to 14 years old. I have worked with children who have eating disorders and vision disorder. Teenangers who had down syndrome. I like to always learn and give my 110% in everything we do. I have also...
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Skye G.


Riverside, CT

$30-50/hr3 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant

5.0

(1)

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I have 1 year of experience as a Personal Care Assistant providing individualized home support for a teenager with Down Syndrome. I have also directed and choreographed multiple theatre programs for teens with special needs.
5.0
"Skye worked with my teenage son with Down syndrome for the last 2 to 3 summers where I met her at Drama Rama’s in new Canaan a special-needs theater camp. She was the Director of the special-needs camp and I...

Reviewed by Care member

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Lila K.


Stamford, CT

$30-40/hr5 yrs exp

Souls In Need

5.0

(6)

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Iam the daughter of a doctor, a surgeon, I use to go visit people with my dad, since I was a little girl. he is 75, he still helping others, and I will do the same way, never retired. I have experience with Alzheimer's all stages, down syndrome, autistics, quadriplegics, lime brain disorder, aggressive alcoholics, blind people,...
5.0
"Lila is a person who likes to help others, she is very passionate about what she does, she is helpful, kind, honest and a great person"

Reviewed by Andres G.

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Sarah M.


Pleasantville, NY

$40-50/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Experienced Special Education Teacher

5.0

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Hi, my name is Sarah. I currently live in Westchester. I have been working with kids since high school. I have my Bachelors in Elementary Education Grades 1-6 and a Masters in Special Education Grades 1-6. I have a NYS Professional Certification for both degrees. I am currently teaching at non-profit school for individuals with...
5.0
"The best ever! Sarah is a parent's dream: reliable, thoughtful, incredibly calm, and supportive with our high energy kids. She is not only a highly educated caregiver but she is proactive and takes initiative....

Reviewed by Douglas M.

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Victoria F.


White Plains, NY

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Experience

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I recently worked for Cerebral Palsy as a teachers aide. My classroom was the behavioral needs along with other special needs such as autistic, down syndrome, ADHD, mental disorders and Dyslexia.
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Enrique Q.


Stamford, CT

$25-50/hr4 yrs exp

Adventurous Sitter And Caring.

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I'd describe my personality as adventurous, responsible, and caring I like caring for people with special needs because I grew up with my aunt that has down syndrome. I started caring for people with special needs when I was a teenager. In my spare time, I like to draw and watch anime. One thing you should know about me is...
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Caroline S.


Stamford, CT

$10-30/hr3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Looking For Summer Nannying/Babysitting/Tutoring Job

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Hello! My name is Caroline. I'm currently a special education teacher in Ridgefield, CT and I have 3 years of full-time teaching experience working with students with special needs. I cannot wait for summer and being out side! I would love to spend time outside with any child that I work with over the summer as well as come of...
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Cinthia S.


White Plains, NY

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Med Tech/CNA/DSC

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I have two years experience working with children/young adults with severe intellectual disabilities such as cerebral palsy, down syndrome, etc. I am passionate about what I do because I enjoy making a positive impact on someone's life. I am providing care and support to someone who needs it most/helping them become more...
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Hafsah Z.


New Rochelle, NY

$15-30/hr1 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Sitter And Kid Lover!

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I have three siblings ages 16, 10&21. The 21-year-old has Down Syndrome so I have lots of experience with Special Needs. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Crafts and Errands. I do not have my own car but I do have my license. I also have 3 years experience in tutoring children as early as elementary to high school. Personally,...
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Chris P.


New Rochelle, NY

$30/hr3 yrs exp

Energetic And Enthusiastic Caregiver/Manny

4.7

(3)

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I work as a caregiver companion/mentor for young adults, teens with and without special needs. Currently I take care of a 26-year-old young adult male with special needs who is none verbal. I absolutely love my job and the fulfillment it brings. I help on a part-time basis two semi verbal special needs 14-year-olds. With each I...
5.0
"Chris is so great with our special-needs son! Our son is super demanding and Chris is always one step ahead of him. He has a natural ability with Special Needs kids and is able to meet them where they are...

Reviewed by Suzannah F.

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Ana C.


Greenwich, CT

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

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I've been babysitting for about 3 years now. I've have a nephew whose on the autism spectrum, as well as another nephew of mine who has Down syndrome. Usually when there parents have been busy I've taken care of them.
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Debra B.


New City, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

VERY RELIABLE CARE GIVER

5.0

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I am a 60-year-old mother of two college graduated children. I have a brother who is mentally challenged. I was a caregiver for my sister in-law who had dementia. I worked as a teacher's asst. for 16 years with special needs students with autism, down syndrome .
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Cara D.


Mount Kisco, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

College Senior, Elementary Education Major, Babysitter

5.0

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My name is Cara and I am a full time 3rd grade teacher during the school year. I have been babysitting since I was 12-years-old, I am now 29-years-old. I have worked with children of all ages (from 1-month-old and up). I also have a lot of experience working with children with special needs, ranging from autism-spectrum...
5.0
"Cara has been our sitter for several years now, both in the summer and during holiday breaks. She is reliable, competent, great with children of all ages. I am extremely particular about leaving my children and...

Reviewed by Jen C.

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Laura C.


Fort Lee, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic and Loving Nanny Seeks Position

3.0

(1)

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Hello! My name is Laura. I am 38 years old. I am currently seeking a nanny position. I have previous experience with children. I am a special needs nanny who has worked with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, brain injury and autism. I also was a day camp counselor for two years for 5-year-olds. Plus, I worked with my mother who was...
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Beatriz P.


Yonkers, NY

$24-30/hr5 yrs exp

Graduate Student Looking For Occasional Babysitting Jobs

5.0

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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...
5.0
"Beatriz was amazing with my boys (6 and 4). She kept them active and entertained for hours and they were always begging for her to come back. Responsive, polite and a good role model. I had her babysit on...

Reviewed by Jamie W.

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Jenine D.


New Milford, NJ

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Tons Of Experiences

5.0

(1)

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For the past 10 years I have served as a baby sitter working with children ages, two weeks to 15 years old including children with down syndrome, autism, bi-polar, and mild special needs cases. Since 2005, I have been employed by the Montclair Board of Education as a teacher assistant working with children pre-K- grade5. In...
5.0
"Jenine is a lovely woman! My daughter had such a wonderful time with Jenine, she's still talking about it!!!"

Reviewed by Camille M.

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Brett G.


New York, NY

$10-20/hr8 yrs exp

Male CNA Available For Work, CPR Certified, CPI Certified (crises Prevention And Intervention)

5.0

(1)

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Hello my name is Brett. I am a Certified Nurse Assistant in Suffolk county and I have experience with mental illness and developmental disabilities. I recently moved back from Florida where I have been working as a Patient Care Tech for the last year. I have worked with children and adults with disabilities ranging from autism...
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Karen V.


Manhasset, NY

$16-21/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Mom And Teachers Assistant Who Loves Children

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I have raised three children, one with autism (who is doing amazing) and two with ADD. Now that they are more independent, I currently work in a school with children with varying special needs. I have experience with all types of needs including non verbal, Down's syndrome, autism and mute children. I am available evenings and...
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Zilfa S.


Yonkers, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Personal Care Assistant

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I have taken care of people with Down syndrome, Alzheimer's, those in a coma, people with diabetes, autism, cancer, and depression. I have also treated individuals who were critically ill.
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Martha A.


Bronx, NY

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

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With more than 10 years experience as a personal or direct care provider, I have cared for a wide range of clients, from new born to 93 years old adults. My special needs knowledge covers formal training and education. Hands on experience with Down Syndrome, Alzheimer, Speech Delays, Physical Disability and Bed-bond clients. I...

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Port Chester, NY

Skye G.

5.0

Skye worked with my teenage son with Down syndrome for the last 2 to 3 summers where I met her at Drama Rama’s in new Canaan a special-needs theater camp. She was the Director of the special-needs camp and I ended up hiring her recently for one day a week to work with my son after school while...

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Lila K.

5.0

We hired Lila to manage our home 8 or 9 years ago. Lila does everything and is wonderful to work with-helpful, dependable, honest, and a self-starter. 5 stars.

- Joan R.

Sarah M.

5.0

The best ever! Sarah is a parent's dream: reliable, thoughtful, incredibly calm, and supportive with our high energy kids. She is not only a highly educated caregiver but she is proactive and takes initiative. Sarah has a confidence and ease with children that is a comfort to everyone involved. We...

- Douglas M.

Chris P.

5.0

Chris is so great with our special-needs son! Our son is super demanding and Chris is always one step ahead of him. He has a natural ability with Special Needs kids and is able to meet them where they are emotionally and socially and then also push them in the right direction so that they can...

- Suzannah F.

Cara D.

5.0

Cara worked with us full-time for the last two summers, as well as for occasional evenings/weekends, and we could not have been happier with her. We were not looking for someone to simply babysit our two girls (ages 5 and 2.5), we wanted someone to provide education, fun and structure. Cara's...

- Rebecca M.

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