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Camele C.

Shirley, NY

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$19/hr
Hello I have 14 years of experience working with special needs, I use to work for AHRC and current employed part time at Rise life services, if you choose me to do this job you won't regret.
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Hi! My name is Heather I have 4 years experience in special needs / mental health I'm a certified CNA / MEDICAL ASSISTANT I was a assistant teacher for special ed for 2 years as well I have experience with senior special needs / disabilities and mental illness, as well as ages 3 yrs old -17yrs old . I love what I do and I try to...
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Patchogue, NY

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$21/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently working at a school with students that have Autism. I currently work with 10 years old students, but I have experience with ages younger and older as well. I am working towards my teaching license here in NJ. I have previous experience from working with adults with disabilities. I love caring for and supporting...
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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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Experienced And Compassionate Child Caregiver (Special Needs Included)

Patchogue, NY

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I am a reliable and caring caregiver with over 2 years of experience working with children, including special needs kids and those in wheelchairs. I help with daily care such as changing, feeding, schoolwork, and mobility support. I am patient, responsible, and love creating a safe and positive environment where every child...
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Mastic, NY

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I am 20 years old and I am currently employed at an IRA for residents with intellectual/physical disabilities. I am CPR certified, AMAP'ed and currently doing pours to be gtube certified. I have been trained to shower, feed, thicken liquids, use lifts for wheelchair transfer and much more
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Holtsville, NY

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$19/hr
2 years experience
My name is Megan and I am 23 years old! I am currently a PreK teacher at NIS, a school for children who have learning disabilities. I got my early childhood/ childhood degree from SUNY Oneonta and completed it in 2021. If you have any questions please feel free to message me!
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Farmingville, NY

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$19/hr
2 years experience
I worked for with an individual with special needs, one to one for about a year- through the agency halo network. I am a very caring, understand and patient person. I love to help and take care of others!
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Evenings And Weekends

Holtsville, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
My name is Leanne and I am passionate about providing care and support to kids, people with special needs and seniors. I have always had a natural empathy and understanding for those who may require extra assistance in their daily lives. I am patient, compassionate, and dedicated to ensuring the well-being and comfort of those...
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Coram, NY

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I am Kiara I am 21-year-old and I have my bachelor degree in Social Work from Stonybrook University. I am dedicated and compassionate caregiver. I have hands-on experience working with both children and adults with IDD/Developmental disabilities, including autism, down syndrome. My journey in this work began in...
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Medford, NY

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$20/hr
5 years experience
My name is Cherry-Ann and am a hard-working person friendly and I am caring loving and I take great pride in my skills include feeding cleaning showering, and ensure that honestly professionalism willing to go beyond and Above for my job.
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Ridge, NY

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$23/hr
10 years experience
I am honest, reliable and caring. I have many years of experience working with children and adults with disabilities.
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Special Needs Teaching Assistant Looking For After School Work.

Farmingville, NY

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Stephanie and I am a special needs teaching assistant. I have been working for Western Suffolk BOCES for the last 10 years and I love it. I have worked with infants all the way up to the age of 16. I love that I can make a difference in the lives of the children that I work with.
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Experienced nanny

Blue Point, NY

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$17/hr
6 years experience
I have a special needs sibling which I have grown up with which actually made me look more into the special needs population. I worked at a special needs pre-school for four years. I have cared for autistic children, ADD, ADHD, and developmental delays. I am a patient, compassionate person. If you are looking for someone who has...
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Medford, NY

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$17/hr
4 years experience
I am 22 yers old and a dedicated hard worker. I am PCA certified. I am AMAP, SCIP, and CPR/ first aid certified. I worked for 2 non profit agencies assisting individuals with special needs including MH, PD, as well behavioral. I worked as a DSP for 2 years at ADD and 2 years at IGHL as a DHS/DCC. I Love helping others make the...
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Mastic Beach, NY

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I have years of experience with children with autism and add/adhd. I'm extremely passionate about what I do and would love to be apart of your team
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Care Is What I DO

Patchogue, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have experience working with mentally, developmentally and psychically disabled adults and children in the day programs, group home setting and individuals that live in the community independently and with their families. I am CPR, AMAP, and SCIP certified. I am comfortable with diaper changing and assisting with ADL needs. I...
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Special Needs Fitness, Games & Activities, Recreational Opportunities

Coram, NY

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$50/hr
8 years experience
My name is Edgar I am a Special Education Teacher and Recreation Therapist in NYC. My program is called Live Through Rec and it's all about Art, Music, Sport, Fitness, EVERYTHING RECREATIONAL, and making it purposeful, educational, and healing. I personally have delivered these services for 10 years and have worked with a...
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Bellport, NY

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$18/hr
5 years experience
I've been working in this field for five years. I'm excited to hear from you to be in any assistance you may need.
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Laurie D.'s Photo

Mastic, NY

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$18/hr
Work for a special needs and I enjoy every moment of it. Helping and advocating when they can't. They're amazing people
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