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Diane K.


Jackson Heights, NY

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Have Experience Working With Special Needs Students

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I have 17 years experience working in public schools in New York as a substitute teacher and private tutor. I have worked with special needs students. I am very patient. I have a BA in English and a MA in English Literature. I have a lot of experience helping students with their reading and writing skills.
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Amanda V.


Bronx, NY

$25-30/hr

Friendly, Empathetic, Patient Caregiver

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I've worked many years at a school called Shema Kolainu (meaning, Hear our Voices in Hebrew). I mostly worked with children in the spectrum, but I worked with children of all needs.
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"I have to thank Care for your service! Because of Care, I found Amanda, and I now have someone great to help my children with their school work! Amanda is AMAZING! My children love her so much, she's fun and so...

Reviewed by Riley C.

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Rachel R.


Brooklyn, NY

$25-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

5.0

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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...
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Ana H.


New York, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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Great experience / reference available Saturday and Sunday . Am currently hold a RN from the state of Florida, love to work with special needs!
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"I can not say enough about how amazing Ana is. She is prompt, communicative, and most of all truly caring. I had a last minute work trip and Ana was able to come through for me at literally the LAST minute to...

Reviewed by Liza F.

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Jane F.


Jersey City, NJ

$49/hr • 5 yrs exp

Energetic Sitter Experience With Special Needs

5.0

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I am Speech Language Therapist completing my clinical fellowship and looking for after school day work. I have experience with children who are typically and atypically developing. I can provide tutoring for children various topics including English, and communication skills. Also have my own transportation - if needed I can do...
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Daisy I.


Woodhaven, NY

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

5.0

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I have worked in a special needs daycare for four years. I worked with children with autism, Down Syndrome, ADHD, etc. I have always loved working with special needs students since I was in elementary school. I would always volunteer to help out and that is when I knew I loved working with them. I have a lot of patience and I am...
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Shenelle S.


Rosedale, NY

$17-31/hr • 5 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi, I'm a very caring and patient person how have 10+ years of experience and 5y with special needs.
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Bilingual (English/Spanish) employee with over 20 years of experience managing and assisting offices, wellness studios, restaurants, and families. I had worked with special need kids.
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My name is Andre I am been working with special-needs individual for over two years and I'm looking for more opportunity to go even further in this field
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Maura R.


Brooklyn, NY

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Loving Sister & Advocate

5.0

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Over the past year, I've been a personal care assistant for my twin sister M with Cerebral Palsy who is verbal, mobile and social. During our time together, I have been her means of transportation to social activities and weekly appointments. I've had the opportunity to spend time with the organization Highland Friendship Club...
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Sarah C.


New York, NY

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Summer Special Needs Care Giver!

5.0

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Summer is supposed to be fun! With or without a disability, every child deserves a fun summer filled with meaningful activities and the opportunity to practice skills learned in the classroom out in the real world. For the past 10 or so years I have worked in various capacities with individuals with special needs. From working...
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"Sarah is knowledgeable, warm, caring, and very responsible. I'm so grateful to have her in my life and can't say enough wonderful things about her!"

Reviewed by Hannah B.

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Angelica N.


Brooklyn, NY

$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Responsible College Student With Special Needs Care Experience

5.0

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My older brother(20) is severely autistic. Growing up with him, I labeled myself the "big little sister" as I was constantly helping care for my brother. Additionally, I volunteered with his school for children with autism for a large majority of my life. I also babysat children on the spectrum, both from his school and my...
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Julien L.


Brooklyn, NY

$30-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

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Master's graduate of Psychology over 4 years of experience caring for both children, teens, and adults with a range of neurological, mental, and developmental disabilities in both private and clinical settings as well as personal lived experience with family members with CP and ASD.
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"The ONLY reason we wouldn't rehire Julian is that my "special needs" son much prefers a female caregiver. My wife, only last night, was talking about Julian in a most favorable way."

Reviewed by Kevin H.

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Gabrielle E.


New York, NY

$35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Creative And Energetic Sitter For All Ages!

5.0

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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....
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Allison K.


New York, NY

$30-35/hr • 8 yrs exp

Special Needs Babysitter/Nanny

5.0

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I am a bilingual special education teacher currently working in a third grade class. I used to work at a camp for kids with special needs and volunteered with the Friendship Circle and best buddies to provide companionship for children with special needs. I also used to tutor a young boy with special needs through an after...
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Daria T.


Brooklyn, NY

$20-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Attentive Professional Caregiver. Psychologist & Teacher By Education, Kind Loving Personality

5.0

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Hello Dear Parents! I'm Daria, professional in childcare with more than 11 years of experience and great love for kids. I have a degree in Psychology, Clinical Psychology and Teaching (I got it not in US). All this years I've been working with children: taking care, helping with pre-school education, psychological help and...
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Mary Rose P.


Astoria, NY

$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Certified General/Special Education Teacher Seeking Part-time Employment

5.0

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My name is Mary Rose and I am currently a Special Education teacher on the elementary level. I hold certificates in General/Special Education on the Elementary level, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and have my Masters of Science for Literacy. Before becoming a teacher, I volunteered at Camp Anchor, which is a camp for children...
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"I was very cautious of who I would hire to watch my 11 year old son who has autism. I felt it had to be someone very patient and had knowledge of the disorder. I have to say that it had to be God who put this...

Reviewed by Marisol A.

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Sheima A.


Springfield Gardens, NY

$45/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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I have been in special needs field for over 15 years. I work closely with diverse group of people: ADD/ ADHD, Autism, Asperger's syndrome, learning disabilities, speech impairment, and non-complaint behavior. My experience have taught me the value of patience and encouragement. My skill allow me to meet the needs of every...
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Melissa N.


Astoria, NY

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

The Sibling Of A Severely Disabled Young Man

5.0

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I have a severely disabled brother who has cerebral palsy and epilepsy who is tube fed and uses assistive technology to communicate giving me familiarity with assistive technology, physical and medical needs. I volunteered for sibshops assisting in recreational therapy for the siblings of children with special needs I babysat...
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"Melissa is always punctual and she's extremely hardworking. Absolutely reliable with any task. She is a passionate advocate for mental health. She is always eager to help, even after working hours, and her...

Reviewed by Candela A.

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Lendy S.


New York, NY

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced In Special Needs/ CNA With A BS In Health And Human Services

5.0

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I am currently employed at HHC was employed at Nursing Facility for 16 yrs I have one on one recreation activities experienced. I am an experienced CNA/Recreation Aide. I have experienced as Medical Assistant/Physical Therapy Aide. I have experienced with ID/DD population as a Community Habilitation Counselor, DSP and can...
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"Lendy is the utmost professional. She is always willing to go the extra mile and provides a service with a smile. It is unfortunate that we do not have more people like Lendy. A willing worker that dedicate...

Reviewed by Isolina O.

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Jackson Heights, NY

Amanda V.

5.0

I have to thank Care for your service! Because of Care, I found Amanda, and I now have someone great to help my children with their school work! Amanda is AMAZING! My children love her so much, she's fun and so smart. AND she's so helpful! I once casually told her that I was feeling tired ...and she...

- Riley C.

Ana H.

5.0

I can not say enough about how amazing Ana is. She is prompt, communicative, and most of all truly caring. I had a last minute work trip and Ana was able to come through for me at literally the LAST minute to take my chronically ill mother to two essential Doctor's appointments while I was away. My...

- Liza F.

Sarah C.

5.0

Sarah is knowledgeable, warm, caring, and very responsible. I'm so grateful to have her in my life and can't say enough wonderful things about her!

- Hannah B.

Julien L.

5.0

The ONLY reason we wouldn't rehire Julian is that my "special needs" son much prefers a female caregiver. My wife, only last night, was talking about Julian in a most favorable way.

- Kevin H.

Mary Rose P.

5.0

I was very cautious of who I would hire to watch my 11 year old son who has autism. I felt it had to be someone very patient and had knowledge of the disorder. I have to say that it had to be God who put this young lady in our path. I simply cannot say enough about Mary Rose and what she has...

- Marisol A.

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