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Myat T.

Brooklyn, NY

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$33/hr
Hello! I'm very interested in this position and would love to support your family. I currently work as a paraprofessional with a school, supporting students including children with special needs, and I also have over 5 years of tutoring and childcare experience. I'm reliable, patient, and comfortable helping with routines,...
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Brooklyn, NY

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$28/hr
4 years experience
Hi there, I'm Fae! Working with people with disabilities for the past four years has been the most fulfilling work of my career as a caregiver. As much as I offer to my clients, through attentive listening and logistical support, my clients have taught me the diverse ways that people can experience joy, communicate, and feel...
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Brooklyn, NY

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hi families! My name is Shannon, and I'm a pediatric occupational therapist with extensive experience working with children across a variety of ages and needs. Through my work in pediatric settings and schools, I support children in developing skills for play, learning, and daily routines--including fine motor skills, attention,...
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Babysitter

Brooklyn, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Louiza I'm a babysitter for 19 years I have experience with all ages I have a great reference letters I'm married with 4 kids all of are in schools I live in bay ridge Brooklyn if anyone is interesting can contact me thank you.
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Brooklyn, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi, my name is Janiyah , and I'm a compassionate and patient caregiver with experience supporting individuals with special needs. As a nursing major in college, I have a strong understanding of the importance of individualized care, patience, and creating a safe, supportive environment. I have experience assisting with daily...
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Citlali L.'s Photo

Brooklyn, NY

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Working with children with special needs you need to be patient and kind and have a big heart. I have all 3 fortunately! I love working with kids, all kids are different with different personalities which is exciting to see! I've worked with a non verbal autistic child, working with her showed me how they're no more different...
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Sutanya G.'s Photo

Brooklyn, NY

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Hello! I am a CNA of over five years with experience ranging from nursing homes to in-home care. I also have experience working as a behavioral technician under the supervision of a BCBA. I'd love to share my resume upon request! Hope to hear back!
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Casey L.'s Photo

Brooklyn, NY

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$14/hr
7 years experience
Hello! I have been working in special education for 7 years now and have worked with ages 3-21 and have been a direct support professional and am now a special education teacher. I have worked with individuals that are medically fragile and those that have problem behaviors resulting in aggression. I have worked with a vast...
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Funny, Outgoing, Experienced Educator

Brooklyn, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Brenda. New Yorker with a passion for humans. I am honest, fun loving traveler, an art enthusiast, adventure connoisseur, foodie extraordinaire, eclectic , nature loving, multi-cultural urban hippie. Extremely resourceful, Cooking and creating are two of my favorite things. I've been in child care for 25 plus...
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Full Time People Lover

Brooklyn, NY

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Tamika. I have worked with individuals with special needs for 5 years in a group home that housed 8 individuals, both regular staff and management. I also helped in the day program where they went 5 days a week. I have worked hands on with Severe MR, Autistic and Down syndrome people. I truly believe that this is...
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Devina B.'s Photo

Brooklyn, NY

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$22/hr
7 years experience
Hey there, I am a former NYC paraprofessional working all throughout DOE schools in five boroughs, specialized and district schools. I worked hands on with students in grade k-12th grade. My time working in the school was amazing and life changing I worked with students who had Down syndrome; Autism & ADHD . Now I have been...
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Caretaker With Experience With Autism. Knows ASL And Knowledgeable About Many Other Disabilities.

Brooklyn, NY

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I am currently taking my third year of ASL, I have a job working with students with various disabilities (mainly autism), and was a live-in nanny caring for four children with two having ASD. I go to school at UW-Madison and am currently studying to become a Speech Language Pathologist. I am an avid volunteer and supporter of...
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Jacqueline N.'s Photo

Brooklyn, NY

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I have served as a care giver for multiple children with special needs. The ages ranged from 4 years old to 11 years old. In addition I cared for 1 young adult in their 20s. It has been a rewarding experience. I believe that caring for those who need a little extra love requires a kind heart, loads of patience and plenty of...
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Ciarra R.'s Photo

Brooklyn, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have been working with individuals with special needs over 10 years. I am very passionate to their needs and wants. I have worked in day rehabilitation settings as well as group homes and residential homes.
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Adriellen R.'s Photo

Brooklyn, NY

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Adriellen but everyone calls me Adri, I'm 28 years old and I live in Jersey City. I have a degree in Psychology in Brazil, and for that reason I had a lot of contact with special needs during the years I spent in college. I worked in a public health for a couple of years where I followed up children with autism,...
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ABA Specialist

Brooklyn, NY

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I have taught the autism spectrum disorder population for 2 years
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Hannah D.'s Photo

Brooklyn, NY

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$28/hr
2 years experience
I have a BA in elementary education and recently graduated with my MA in school counseling. I'm looking for part time work over the summer while I find full time work at a school for the '25-'26 school year.
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Aniki D.'s Photo

Brooklyn, NY

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I'd describe my personality as Kind, Generous and Understanding. I started caring for people with special needs when I 16.
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Kision P.'s Photo

Brooklyn, NY

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$19/hr
5 years experience
I am a paraprofessional with years of experience working with children with special needs. I have worked with Autistic , ADHD and many other disabilities. I have a passion helping children reach their full potential and I am very patient and loving person. I promise to care and take care of your love one.
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jaylen C.'s Photo

Brooklyn, NY

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$21/hr
2 years experience
I used to care for my friends who was autistic and took care of them for 2 years so I have great experience with special needs
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