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Jalin A.


Sunnyside, NY

$21-27/hr • 3 yrs exp

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I am a current nursing student as well a certified nurses aid. I currently work in the hospital as a cna at the pediatric unit. I also pick up shifts in the nursing home as well. I am well versed in taking care or people with disabilities. I am very comfortable working with them as well.
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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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Alexis H.


Astoria, NY

$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced College-Educated Sitter With Special Needs Experience

5.0

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Hello! My name is Lexi. I live in Astoria, with my cat Fish, and love working with kids and pets of all ages! I have a bachelors degree in Developmental Psychology from Brigham Young University, and 10+ years of experience working with children from newborns to teenagers. I grew up on a farm and have experience working with...

Recent reviews:

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...

Reviewed by Melissa L.

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Dashana C.


Jersey City, NJ

$10-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Full-time Care Giver

5.0

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Assisting children and adults with daily life skills. Transporting children and adults to scheduled appointments. Maintaining household duties and responsibilities. Administering medications as needed. Working with different agencies such as DYFS, DDD & other referrals. Assisting clients at their places of employment. Work with...

Recent review:

5.0
Ms. C. is a wonderful professional who is also very personable. She watched my cat for me while I was out of town for some time and I was very pleased with her services. My cat was well taken cared of and...

Reviewed by Sara K.

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Savanna B.


Woodside, NY

$14-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello! I'm Savanna. I've been a waitress at Friendlys for 3 years now. I just moved back to the city! I have three years of experience with a child who suffered Aspergers. I have two years of experience with infants as his baby brother was born a year after. I have open availability and transportation to you or for children to...
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Rufina P.


Brooklyn, NY

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time/Full-time Caregiver Available

5.0

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I have been a Social Worker for over 10 years. I have worked in the Foster Care system and Preventive Services agencies helping families and children. I have monitored/implemented services for Special Needs children with ADHD, Behavioral and Emotional issues, Learning Disorders, Down Syndrome and Autism. I have training as a...
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Giselle R.


New York, NY

$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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I am a certified trained Nanny with Medical studies as an LPN. I have more than 20 years of experience. I am CPR- AED- First Aid certified in infants, adolescents, adults and elderly. I am bilingual English and Spanish. I am also available for late evenings, weekend and date nights with advance notice. I have lots of experience...
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Hannah F.


Brooklyn, NY

$16-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter/Tutor With Special Needs Experi

5.0

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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.

Recent review:

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

Reviewed by Susan N.

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Olawale E.


Forest Hills, NY

$19-24/hr • 1 yrs exp

5.0

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My experience for special needs is mainly from working as a medical assistant for 2 years at a family clinic where I have had to deal with special need patients and their parents, as well as babysitting my 4 years old cousin who had speech delay speech. I believe that my care for and exposure in special needs kids will be a good...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Wale is very personable. He is good at communicating and is level headed and cool when handling conflict. He is also very caring and stands out as one who goes out of his way to make people feel seen.

Reviewed by Stu C.

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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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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...

Recent reviews:

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!

Reviewed by Hannah B.

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Anita D.


Brooklyn, NY

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

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

5.0

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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 3...

Recent reviews:

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,...

Reviewed by Dana L.

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Iyanna B.


New York, NY

$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving, Gentle , And Caring !

5.0

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I am a fun, loving, and compassionate individual with over 10 years of experience with geriatrics, mental health disorders , and behavioral issues including developmental disabilities. I have worked within a rehabilitative standpoint and as a care aide with taking care of the individual in all aspects as in bathing , feeding,...

Recent reviews:

5.0
I am a young black trans man and I hired Iyanna to help me as I was healing from a double mastectomy. She is LGBTQ friendly and always used the correct pronouns. Also, she helped me through the healing process...

Reviewed by Tat B.

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Abdulhakim B.


Brooklyn, NY

$40-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Abdul Strong And Experienced Special Needs Care Provider In Richmond.

5.0

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Eight years experience with special needs and developmental needs. Five years with muscular dystrophy. looking to assist with daily needs, whether driving or around the home. I also can provide ABA(Applied Behavioral Analysis) with people with Autism. I am super reliable and well tempered to deal with any situations, I've...

Recent review:

5.0
Abdul has worked with my son for a year now. I have a 9 YO with Autism. Abdul is reliable, flexible and professional. He has developed a very close supportive relationship with my son, who loves him dearly. I...

Reviewed by Care member

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Helena E.


Brooklyn, NY

$15-25/hr

Part/Full Time Caregiver

5.0

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I have grown up very closely with all of my cousins. My younger cousin, Francesca, has been my little side-kick since she was born. She has a rare chromosomal disorder which includes developmental disabilities. Francesca has taught me so much that I wouldn't have learned otherwise. She has given me a new perspective on life...

Recent review:

5.0
Helena was excellent! She worked with my daughter (who has special needs) and Helena was extremely caring, kind & patient (which isn't easy:). She also helped with my other kids and they loved her. She is the...

Reviewed by Care member

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Julian D.


Astoria, NY

$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Heavy Scientific And Clinical Background

5.0

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Hi there, my name is Julian. I have a great deal of experience working with those with special needs. Currently I am in the process of getting my masters in neuroscience and education from Columbia University, however my work at the moment is remote for the time being so I am here in Syracuse. I have twin little brothers with...

Recent review:

5.0
My family hired Julian to hang out with my 12-year-old daughter who is on the autism spectrum. From the moment he arrived and immediately made a connection with her I knew we made an excellent choice. As a...

Reviewed by Elizabeth B.

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Natalia R.


Ozone Park, NY

$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Experienced And Goofy Caregiver

3.7

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My care-giving experience is extensive, which has exposed me to a wide range of cultures and backgrounds. I have worked with families who had children with ASD, CP, ADHD, etc. so I understand the responsibilities that are expected of me as a special needs caregiver. One thing that I have learned from care-giving is that each...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Natalia is a kind, compassionate person who takes time to understand the person she is caring for and is very thoughtful with everything she does. She is reliable, responsible and caring.

Reviewed by Victoria G.

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Jane F.


Jersey City, NJ

$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part/Full-time Care-giver

5.0

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As an aspiring Speech Language Pathologist I work with children who may be typically or atypically developing. Currently taking ABA certification classes I have experience working with children who are diagnosed with ASD, have difficulty with feeding and swallowing, mobility challenges, and struggle with verbal communication. I...
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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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Katherine-nicole C.


New York, NY

$10-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

3.0

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As a care giver I am patient, nuturing, compassionate, loving and fun. I have some experience with special needs and am interested in continuing to care for chuldren of special needs.

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Sunnyside, 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.

Dashana C.

5.0

Ms. C. is a wonderful professional who is also very personable. She watched my cat for me while I was out of town for some time and I was very pleased with her services. My cat was well taken cared of and appeared to enjoy her presence as well. Thank you for your skills!

- Sara K.

Hannah F.

5.0

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

- Susan N.

Olawale E.

5.0

Wale is very personable. He is good at communicating and is level headed and cool when handling conflict. He is also very caring and stands out as one who goes out of his way to make people feel seen.

- Stu C.

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.

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