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Ronnasia P.


Ridgewood, NY

$18-50/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs

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Dedicated and compassionate Direct Support Professional with 7 years of experience providing high-quality care and support to individuals with diverse needs. Proven ability to foster positive relationships, promote independence, and enhance quality of life through tailored support strategies. Skilled in effective communication,...
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Megan M.


Ridgewood, NY

$19-24/hr3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I have 4 years of teaching students with special needs. I am a full time special education teacher. I have worked with students on the autism spectrum aged 5-11.
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Raegan L.


Ridgewood, NY

$20-40/hr2 yrs exp

Neurodiverse Caretaker

I'm patient, understanding, and compassionate when caretaking. I approach care with a disability justice lens and like to engage special interests to spark motivation. I seek to support and empower people I assist and aim to collaborate in a way that is adaptable, approachable, and multidisciplinary.
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Gabby F.


Ridgewood, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with people with differing needs for over 10 years in schools, homes, and community centers.
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Elyssa K.


Ridgewood, NY

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Passionate Caregiver Available

I have worked full-time as a Child Development Specialist at The Bradley Center for the past 2 years. This facility specializes in trauma counseling for children with mental, emotional, intellectual, and behavioral disabilities. I have worked with children diagnosed with a variety of disorders such as: anxiety, depression,...
Tengo un poco de experiencia en esos caso pero el problema es que no hablo el inglés sólo español.
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Jasper K.


Ridgewood, NY

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

I have spent time as an Assistant Creative Arts Therapist at Heartsong where I worked with a youth special needs population in an educational and therapeutic setting. In this environment I built trust with group members while familiarizing myself with a holistic approach to personal growth and self empowerment. I succeeded in...
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Lindsay L.


Ridgewood, NY

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Or Full-time Nanny

I am currently a preschool teacher, but will soon be going to graduate school for special education. I started volunteering in the special education classrooms in my high school. I fell in love with it! I volunteered at Misericordia, a special needs residential home, interned at several special needs schools, and worked at a...
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Alexis H.


Astoria, NY

$27-40/hr10 yrs exp

College-Educated Sitter With Special Needs Experience

5.0

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I hold a bachelors degree in developmental psychology from Brigham Young University, and have applied this degree to nannying positions and child development for many years. Much of my experience is with special needs children, both as a nanny and in a clinical environment. I have worked as a tutor in English, math, and...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"There is no one else I trust as much as Lexi. My kids adore her. They are 14 and 6 and she has nannied for me for the past couple of summers and we schedule her regularly for sitting. She is an absolute gem and the first person I call when I need a sitter!...

Melissa L.

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Hannah F.


Brooklyn, NY

$16-25/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter/Tutor With Special Needs Experi

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Adept at communicating with children especially in cases where there are challenges (I have worked with non verbal children as well). I am very patient yet know the value and importance of boundaries with children. Above all I value the safety and nurturing of kids, but love to have fun and learn together.
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Hannah cared for my son who has epilepsy and ASD. She was great with him! Highly recommend Hannah."

Susan N.

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Anita D.


Brooklyn, NY

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Vibrant, Retired Mom Of 3 (2 With Special Needs)

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Anita and I'm excited to get to know you and your family! I'm a retired first responder looking to fill my schedule purposefully. I know just how busy life can get so if I can help a family by lending my time to care for their children as well as they would, I'd love the opportunity! My 11 years as a mother of 4...
Anita can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Anita was our first attempt at a date night sitter for our 1yr old. And, it could not have been a better experience. Starting from our first phone call, Anita was warm, responsive, obviously very experienced, and put this very anxious mama at ease. Upon arrival,...

Dana L.

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Leandro M.


Brooklyn, NY

$20-30/hr

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 50-year-old immigrant from Argentina, a musician by trade. I have been naturalized in the US since 2003. I have been married for 23 years and have two teenage sons. I have been a stay-at-home dad, caring for my children for over a decade. I am currently finishing my graduate studies and training as a mental health...
5.0
"Leandro worked for my 51 year old son as personal assistant and caregiver for 3 months, He was kind, attentive and dependable. Leandro was always ready to assist my son and our family in anyway we requested. He also assisted my son in performing his physical...

Robert P.

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Jessica M.


Jersey City, NJ

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Patience Is The Key

My name is Jessica I am a 23-year-old whose hair sometimes changes colors the best part? Children think I'm a mermaid or fairy! :) I'm a college student majoring in early childhood education at BMCC. My goal is to be the most goofy.. Silly caring teacher to all those little ones anxious to learn about the world. I did my...
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Ia B.


Brooklyn, NY

$15-30/hr7 yrs exp

My name is Ia and I am looking for a Caregiver job position. I have a huge experience in that field. I believe I am a valuable team member and my experience will be very productive to you guys.
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Tyler C.


Brooklyn, NY

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Fun 24 Year Old Male

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Greetings! My name is Tyler, and for years I have cared for a variety of beautiful individuals all across the spectrum. Growing up with Aspergers, I did not experience the mentorship and support that I needed to thrive. My struggle helped me to develop and resource what I now offer to others: deep, kind, and holistic...
5.0
"Tyler has been an amazing addition to my rental in every regard. I have a son his age on the spectrum, so started Tyler hoping for a good fit in the household and with the business. Well, we have been beyond impressed. He treats every guest with such kindness and...

Rah B.

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Jane F.


Jersey City, NJ

$49/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic Sitter Experience With Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
Jane can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

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Brittany T.


New York, NY

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've working with children who are along the spectrum for about five years. I started in a group home working as a direct care counselor for 2. 5 years. Then I worked as a home health aid for a young girl who had NF1 and was blind. After her I then worked for a family who had two young boys and were along the spectrum. I was...
5.0
"Brittany worked for us a little less than two years, than we moved back to Italy. That is the only reason why she is not with us anymore. Brittany became quickly part of our family. She traveled with us in America and in Italy. She is smart, witty, well educated,...

Lavinia M.

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Renee L.


Oakland Gardens, NY

$17-23/hr10 yrs exp

I have extensive experience in caring Individual with disabilities and behavioral issues as well as the elderly and children. I drove school bus for 15+ years transporting a variety of students from pre-K to high school.
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Kelliann D.


Brooklyn, NY

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Positive Behavior, special needs caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with children for over 20 years. It began with babysitting at age 10 & grew into a successful network of families that kept me busy all through high school. In college, I volunteered at an elementary school running math intervention programs. I also spent a summer in Africa teaching preschoolers, teens, and...
5.0
"Kelliann has watched my two boys for over 8 years. She had been punctual, loving, patient and kind. She is very creative and resourceful and has helped my children not just grow but thrive. My older son is on the spectrum and she really knows how to bring out his...

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Ridgewood, NY

Alexis H.

5.0

There is no one else I trust as much as Lexi. My kids adore her. They are 14 and 6 and she has nannied for me for the past couple of summers and we schedule her regularly for sitting. She is an absolute gem and the first person I call when I need a sitter! Responsible, great communicator, fun,...

- Melissa L.

Hannah F.

5.0

Hannah cared for my son who has epilepsy and ASD. She was great with him! Highly recommend Hannah.

- Susan N.

Anita D.

5.0

Anita was our first attempt at a date night sitter for our 1yr old. And, it could not have been a better experience. Starting from our first phone call, Anita was warm, responsive, obviously very experienced, and put this very anxious mama at ease. Upon arrival, Anita immediately connected with our...

- Dana L.

Leandro M.

5.0

Leandro worked for my 51 year old son as personal assistant and caregiver for 3 months, He was kind, attentive and dependable. Leandro was always ready to assist my son and our family in anyway we requested. He also assisted my son in performing his physical therapy and occupational therapy daily...

- Robert P.

Tyler C.

5.0

After meeting Tyler on a dairy farm, I invited him to support a healing retreat outside of Denver entitled, "Humans I Trust : Summer Camp". I say without hyperbole that he was one of the best workers I have ever had. He arrived on time and always with a smile and worked above and beyond expectation....

- Blake R.

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