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Ashley B.

Riverhead, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
I have taken care of special needs children in the past. I babysit a young boy for 5 years who had diagnosed ADHD amongst other behavioral issues.
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Riverhead, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I have done private in home cases for about 5 years. I've done toileting, bathing, food prep, housekeeping, meds, doctor appointments, grocery runs. I've also worked at two health agencies as companion and one of those were for special need individuals . I'm CPR/ first aid certified . I'm very good with kids , I'm a peoples...
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Riverhead, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a mother of two boys and I absolutely love being a caregiver. I have been taking care of people of all ages for many years now. I specialize in private home care. I am very responsible, trustworthy, caring and reliable. I can provide excellent references upon request. Please feel free to give me a call, I would love to meet...
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Manorville, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
1 year experience
For almost a year now I have worked with someone who has a developmental disability and some physical disabilities. I have also babysat since I was 12. Additionally, I was a caretaker for someone with dementia for a short period of time as well.
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Manorville, NY

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$20/hr
Hi! My name is Jackie! I am currently a physical education major at Queens College. I have not ever been paid to care for a person with sorcual needs, but I've taken classes in school and have worked with special needs children in a classroom environment! I would love to help your family!
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Special Educatin Teacher

Manorville, NY

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$19/hr
5 years experience
My name is Emily and I have been the lead teacher in small special education classrooms for 5 years. Prior to being a teacher, I worked with children in the special education setting as a 1:1 aide and teacher's aide for 5 years. I currently work in a Long Island public school as the teacher in a K-1 classroom! I have an...
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Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Wading River, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with special needs children on and off for the last 10 years, I am currently employed at a school for autistic children. Although challenging at times I have found this to be one of the most rewarding jobs I have held. I am a patient, loving, energetic and fun person. I seem to bond well with the children I...
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P/T Special Needs Care

Calverton, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I was employed as a Special Education Para Professional for two years at a local school District. During that period I received behavior intervention and life skills training. My experience is working with the Middle School and High School population performing a variety of tasks. I have worked with children diagnosed as...
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Nanny/Special Needs Caregiver

Wading River, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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I have worked with children most of my adult life. I am the mother of 4 grown children the youngest being 23. I was employed at Wading River Elementary School and Just Kids in Ridge. I am currently a nanny in the am. I enjoy sports, crafts, reading and games. I have tons of patience and a great sense of humor.
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Shirley

Speonk, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have 30 years experience working with developmental individuals on all levels. I have hospital and nursing home experience. I feel that I have a lot to offer. I'm patient kind friendly and just love to help people.
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Wading River, NY

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Hello. I am a singe 60-year-old female non smoker looking for caregiver employment. I've worked with the elderly and special needs community most my life. I have 3 grown children.. 1 with special needs and I have 2 grandchildren. Thank you in advave..
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Manorville, NY

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Donna I have been in the medical field for 30yrs I am a former CNA I have worked in Nursing homes, Group homes, Intermediate care facility and private homes. I am a compassionate caring person and always willing to help and learn more about specific needs.
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East Quogue, NY

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Lucia, I am 24 years old. I am very flexible, accommodating, responsible, and hard-working with a passion for childcare. I have over five years of experience with children of all ages, and I hold a medical certification that has trained me in CPR, first aid as well as basic medical training for different...
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Willing To Come To You Special Needs Children!!

Mattituck, NY

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$30/hr
5 years experience
I am a certified home health aide, and a a mother of two older kids with special needs. Autism and ADD/adhd experienced along with severe anxiety . I'm great with animals, and looking to care for others. 22 years experience..
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Experienced With Special Needs...

Westhampton Beach, NY

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I have raised my own almost 10-year-old with autism and have learned a lot! I also nannied for a very cool preteen with Asperger's syndrome. In 2005 I cared for a baby with a birth defect that required her to be in a brace for proper leg bone development. All of these experiences touched my heart and I learned so much. The...
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Mount Sinai, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired teacher who has also worked as a volunteer for many years and also as a teacher. Helping those with special needs is a gift. We all have special things that make us unique. Helping a person with special needs reach their fullest potential is what I feel good about doing. I have extensive experience working with...
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Sound Beach, NY

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Working with special needs , ALS, dementia , blind an quadriplegic people , help with personal higiene , bath , cooking , transfer with hoyer , tube feeding , administer medication. I'm very patience , honesty , animal lover and can learning routine faster . Fully vaccinated and working as a CDPA.
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Coram, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hello, my name is Arianna. I have been am a special education teaching assistant for preschool and school aged children for the past 4 years, and have many years of experience as a Direct Support Professional as well. I have worked with varying age groups from babies to adults, as well as various disabilities and needs. I can...
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Young, Strong and Energetic

Miller Place, NY

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$15/hr
I have worked with children for the last seven years and I have experience dealing with children with all needs. I enjoy sports, working out, writing, the beach, poetry and spending time with children teaching.
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