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Hi, my name is Emily and I am a 25-year-old speech and language pathologist. I have experience working with adults and children with communication disorders, cognitive difficulties, and swallowing therapy.
I am reliable, flexible and organized individual. I am looking for a position for the summer of 2020. Thank you for your...
Khadijah H.
Merrick, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have 25 years of experience working with children between the ages from newborn-20. An experienced professional in working with students with diverse abilities and disabilities. I am dedicated to creating inclusive and supporting learning environments. My philosophy revolves around fostering a sense of empowerment and self...
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I worked at Merrick Woods school for two years as an assistant teacher for pre-k .
I currently work at Newbridge Road elementary school as a teacher aide. I have been working there for the last 10 years.
I have worked as a classroom aide and also one on one with students that need help mainstreaming, as well as with children...
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I have cared for children between the ages of infant to 10 in both in a UPK and group home setting. This includes behavioral intervention, documenting, social skill workshops , and overall self care. I have also ran a homeless shelter for teens and young women with mental difficulties with the inclusion of anger management and...
5.0
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My name is Alexandra and I am a Speech Language Pathologist in an educationally based setting. While growing up, I've had many jobs, which required caring for children. These jobs included being a counselor at both sleep away and day camp and babysitting for multiple families with children of all ages. Throughout my graduate...
5.0
"I have used Alexandra for childcare for my special needs son who is almost 4 years old. She is punctual, reliable, and great with kids. I highly recommend her and trust her with my nonverbal son, which I think...
Reviewed by Melissa G.
Kayla C.
Copiague, NY
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello my name is Kayla. A little about me I'm outgoing, caring, with a lot of patience. Most of all I can be trusted, I am respectful. I am currently 21 years old, I'm a CNA in the state of NYS as well a DSP, I have experience with child care, geriatric age care, as well as experience with mentally challenged and/or with...
Nigeria W.
Uniondale, NY
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Over 20 years experience working with people
Diagnosed with Intellectual Disabilities, CP, Seizure Disorder, and Autism.
Nadia E.
Baldwin, NY
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, My name is Nadia. I am currently a student at Molloy College studying biology. I am 21 years old and have experience taking care of individuals with special needs. I can provide references if you would like. I have my own transportation due to the fact that I commute to school. If you ever need me I just ask that you let me...
5.0
"We hired Nadia last minute to watch our two boys, she was friendly, personable, and great with our kids! She was also very flexible with timing. Would highly recommend!"
Reviewed by Alexis C.
Drita V.
New Hyde Park, NY
$35-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
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Professional and personal 10 years plus experience with people in special needs, different age as well as diagnosis.
CPR/ FIRST AID , PCT and HHA certified. Drive and have my own car. Looking forward to discuss your needs and give me a chance to make a difference with you/your loved one. Great references upon request. Thank...
4.0
"Drita cares about her clients and is very patient. She is a hard worker and enjoys working with the disabled"
Reviewed by Wendy A.
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.
5.0
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I would like to take the opportunity to state my strong interest in caring for elder, special needs, nanny and babysitter. I am a reliable, calm, confident and an organized individual with experience such as part-time, full-time and live-in capacities caregiver. Currently, I am fully available. I live a smoke-free and drug-free...
5.0
"Althea was very accommodating and has an excellent background. She was punctual, and knowledgeable in her field. Our needs changed so we were unable to hire her, but she will certainly be a wonderful asset to...
Reviewed by Julieta F.
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Dedicated special education aide.
Multi-talented. Versatile and dedicated child advocate with a solid focus on the individual needed.
5.0
"Very caring and my daughter loves her."
Reviewed by Kemi O.
Nalijah W.
Amityville, NY
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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I am currently employed as a Special Education Teacher's Assistant at a Charter School in Dekalb County. I have experience working with children from kindergarten to twelfth grade. Daily I help my students understand material that they find difficult. During the summer months I work as a director at camp for children with...
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I am a mom and special needs aide. I have previous experience caring for infants and toddlers, also school age children.
Janelle M.
Roosevelt, NY
$20-41/hr • 5 yrs exp
Compassionate Child Care Professional With Special Needs Expertise
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I enjoy working with kids because it's rewarding to watch them grow and learn. Their curiosity and resilience inspire me daily, and helping them develop new skills is fulfilling. I have 5+ years experience with baby sitting from newborns to school age, as well as autistic children.
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Hello, my name is Ana, I love to spend time with kids doing educational and fun activities.
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My brother is autistic and profoundly retarded. I have worked with higher functioning retarded adults for many years at the Association For The Help Of Retarded Children of which I am a lifetime member.
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Hello! My name is Gavin. I am a masters-level certified special education teacher with over 10 years of experience. In the classroom I balance my students' school work with other goals regarding socialization, transition of settings, behavior, communication, establishing routines, etc.
I am trained in deescalating aggressive...
Julianne A.
Massapequa, NY
$17-22/hr
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Hello! My name is Julianne and I am 22 years old. I have experience working with children as an afternoon babysitter from 2015 until 2018 and I have two years of experience working as a TA in special education. I have experience with ADD/ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, emotional and mental illnesses and down's syndrome. I am...
Gina S.
Rockville Centre, NY
$20-50/hr
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I've worked with special needs children for over 22 years in my local school district as a special needs aid. I'm passionate about helping those in need and find fulfillment in seeing the kids learn and grow over time.
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Recent special needs child care reviews in Merrick, NY
Alexandra O.
5.0
I have used Alexandra for childcare for my special needs son who is almost 4 years old. She is punctual, reliable, and great with kids. I highly recommend her and trust her with my nonverbal son, which I think there's a lot!
- Melissa G.
Nadia E.
5.0
We hired Nadia last minute to watch our two boys, she was friendly, personable, and great with our kids! She was also very flexible with timing. Would highly recommend!
- Alexis C.
Drita V.
5.0
Drita has been a huge help to our family. Not only is she very knowledgeable in elder/dementia care (teaching us so much along the way), she is kind and patient. Her helping has given my father some much needed respite. And most importantly, she truly is a caring person.
- Laura C.
Althea S.
5.0
Even though Our time didn't fit Althea 'availability therefore Althea can not accept the job ; Althea was very punctual, compassionate and eager to help . I highly recommend Althea and in the future if necessary , I will reach out to her again myself .
- Jenna Y.
Glenda B.
5.0
Very caring and my daughter loves her.
- Kemi O.