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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Cambria Heights, NY

The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Cambria Heights, NY

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Althea S.


Cambria Heights, NY

$19-50/hr7 yrs exp

Passionate Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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I would like to take the opportunity to state my strong interest in caring for elder, special needs, nanny and babysitter. I am a reliable, calm, confident and an organized individual with experience such as part-time, full-time and live-in capacities caregiver. Currently, I am fully available. I live a smoke-free and drug-free...
5.0
"Althea was very accommodating and has an excellent background. She was punctual, and knowledgeable in her field. Our needs changed so we were unable to hire her, but she will certainly be a wonderful asset to...

Reviewed by Julieta F.

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Ishawrah J.


Cambria Heights, NY

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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Hello there! Am a loving and energetic baby sitter. Am honest, jovial and punctual. I started babysitting 9 years ago. Worked with newborns, infants, toddlers and teenagers. The last family I worked for I did 5 years with them however they moved back to their home land. I have an 8yrs old daughter and I live in Queens. I have...
5.0
"Ishawrah has a very good rapport with my daughter and my daughter loved her and still misses her!"

Reviewed by Adel G.

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Erica A.


Cambria Heights, NY

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

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I am a special education teacher for over 7 years. I am passionate about working with children and young adults with special needs because I understand their potential despite any physical or developmental limitations.
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Chloe B.


Cambria Heights, NY

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Young, Vibrant And Caring

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I have taken care of children ages 6 months to 13 years old over my five years of experience. I have always loved children and connected with them instantly. I started babysitting my neighbors' children when I was in seventh grade all the way up to my senior year of high school. Now, I am a little older and as I take care of my...
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Althea S.


Cambria Heights, NY

$20-55/hr7 yrs exp

Passionate Nanny

1.0

(1)

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I would like to take the opportunity to state my strong interest in caring for elder, special needs, nanny and babysitter. I am a reliable, calm, confident and an organized individual with experience such as part-time, full-time and live-in capacities caregiver. Currently, I am fully available. I live a smoke-free and drug-free...
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Althea S.


Cambria Heights, NY

$15-50/hr7 yrs exp

Passionate Senior Care

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I would like to take the opportunity to state my strong interest in caring for elder, special needs, nanny and babysitter. I am a reliable, calm, confident and an organized individual with experience such as part-time, full-time and live-in capacities caregiver. Currently, I am fully available. I live a smoke-free and drug-free...
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Marcelle H.


Elmont, NY

$25-48/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Honest And Diligent. Senior caregiver

5.0

(3)

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I am a skilled Nursing Assistant, with more than 25 years of experience. Over the years I performed different duties in the Healthcare Industry, including taking care of clients with Alzheimers / Dementia and special needs. I also have experience with administering and managing medications. I am an outstanding multitasker and...
5.0
"The level of care that Marcelle provided to our father is unmatched. She managed to bring a smile to his face every day despite his illness. That was no easy feat. Personal cleanliness was of the utmost...

Reviewed by Nadia A.

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Toni-ann H.


Queens Village, NY

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Trustworthy And Patient Childcare Provider

5.0

(2)

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I work as a Paraprofessional for the Department of Education supporting students with special needs to meet their IEP goals. I've also worked with families after school and during the summer doing school pickups, drop offs to extracurricular activities, worked on fun art projects, helped with hw, assisted with bedtime routines...
5.0
"Toni-ann has been a wonderful and reliable caregiver for our two daughters. She is communicative and flexible, helping out on a regular schedule and also as needed. She manages both girls and their squabbles...

Reviewed by Katherine M.

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Virginia V.


Far Rockaway, NY

$17/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(7)

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I love children have been taking care of children since 2004 ever since it's been a blessing taking care of children I also love pets and take care of pets along with disabled children and special need children adult also work with twins and triplets I love to read with the children play watch movies and interact I like taking...
5.0
"We hired Virginia to care for our 3 young children, she was very playful and loving with them"

Reviewed by Cara V.

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Erika D.


Maspeth, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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Caregivers work with the heart, I always keep high standard in my work taking care of family members like if they were mine, experience with elderly care, children and special needs I have a PT degree from Guatemala, I take vitals, provide medicine like insulin, take sugar. Housekeeping is not a problem 8+ years experience....
5.0
"She is loving and caring person who is devoted to your children"

Reviewed by Ari G.

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Donatella S.


Glen Oaks, NY

$30-35/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi, my name is Donatella. I'm active, dependable & mature with experience caring for children of varying ages. I also have experience with children with special needs. My responsibilities have included toddler care, driving children to/from school, play dates, appointments, overseeing homework and reading time, preparing meals,...
5.0
"Donatella has every attribute that you are looking for. reliable, understanding, caring, friendly, punctual, hands on. My children loved her from the moment she stepped into our home (and my littlest is not...

Reviewed by Krissy G.

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Marjorie H.


East Meadow, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitting

5.0

(1)

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I have 3 grown children and one grandchild so I am quite experienced with the care and safety of children and babies Also having been a licensed nurse for many years is a help when there are special needs involved I am very safety conscious and love to care for children and have the patience and a calm temperament as well
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Shenelle S.


Rosedale, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I Have 10+ Years Of Experience.

5.0

(3)

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I'm a Nys certified teacher assistant with 10+ years of experience. Also work with special needs individuals.
5.0
"Shanelle is very kind and meticulous. She's hard working and my son absolutely loves having her help with bedtime routines. We greatly enjoy working with her."

Reviewed by Jasmine F.

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Medgine J.


Brooklyn, NY

$22-25/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter

4.5

(8)

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My name is Medgine. I am a graduate student from Brooklyn College with a bachelor's degree in Children and Youth Studies. Prior to the pandemic, I worked at a day care center that serves children from all ages as an assistant teacher. I also babysat for over five years, and I was a paraprofessional to children with special needs...
5.0
"Medgine babysits our 2 boys, age 4 & 8. She picks them both up from school (2 different locations) and walks them home. She gets my older son to do his homework every night & always helps him with it- asking...

Reviewed by Kim P.

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Afvan C.


Jamaica, NY

$30-41/hr1 yrs exp

The Fun Aunty

5.0

(6)

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Hi, my name is Afvan. I'm from Queens NY seeking my next nanny opportunity with a wonderful family. My childcare experience expands across all age groups including special needs. I find such joy in being a positive mentor in a child's life. I love to play hide and seek, board games, crafts, and music. I can help with Light...
5.0
"Afvan is a very dedicated and responsible individual. I love the fact that she goes above and beyond in doing her job . I would definitely recommend and hire her again for she was very generous and gets her job...

Reviewed by Care member

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Brenda M.


Maspeth, NY

$22-35/hr3 yrs exp

Fun, Artistic, And Patient Nanny / Sitter.

5.0

(1)

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Hello parents! My name is Brenda, and I have been working in the childcare industry for 3 years! I am also a queens native, a non-smoker and pet friendly. Growing up, my grandmother was my babysitter and I looked up to her. I try to carry her loving, thoughtful influence into my work as a nanny. My child care experience expands...
5.0
"I hired Brenda to work as a nanny in my home almost 2 years ago, and I would certainly recommend her work. She has demonstrated tremendous responsibility in taking care of our children and in keeping the house...

Reviewed by Care member

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Maria I.


Ozone Park, NY

$25/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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My name is Camila from Colombia, I'm 31 years old and I'm doctor in the process to validate my title here in US. I was au pair in 2018 and I have experience caring kids of all age but my strength is with newborns - 2 years old due my past experience with the families. Due my studies as doctor and the works I have done in some...
5.0
"I love the job Camila has done! She is really responsible, commitment, I can notice she has good experience babysitting and she is really lovely with my kid. I recommend her and for sure I will re hire her for...

Reviewed by Andrea I.

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Sarah M.


Kew Gardens, NY

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Former International English Teacher - Special Needs Experience - Loves Kids!!

5.0

(2)

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My passion is caring for Children. I have many years of experience and started babysitting when I was 12 years old. Over the years I have worked with special needs children, especially autistic. This was in a clinical setting as well as live-in nannying. Eventually, I furthered my education, moved to Vietnam, and taught English...
5.0
"I had an opportunity to work with Ms Sarah for a year as her teaching assistant and I learned a lot from her. She has some strengths that include: Enthusiasm, love for children, and she is a hard-worker would...

Reviewed by Anna T.

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Daisy I.


Woodhaven, NY

$15/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have worked in a special needs daycare for four years. I worked with children with autism, Down Syndrome, ADHD, etc. I have always loved working with special needs students since I was in elementary school. I would always volunteer to help out and that is when I knew I loved working with them. I have a lot of patience and I am...
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Sherolyn T.


Maspeth, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Aid On Call

5.0

(6)

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Hello! My name is Sherolyn T. I have 25 years of experience in working with seniors, children and those who have special needs. I have mainly worked with the senior community in nursing homes and hospitals. I have found much joy and fulfillment in helping others. I earned my CNA from ABCI and I am able to assist in feeding...
5.0
"I am honored to provide a reference for Sherolyn. I have known Sherolyn for 15 years. In the capacity Of her immediate Supervisor which led to a friendship over time. Where do I begin. her dependability...

Reviewed by Nadine G.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cambria Heights, NY

Althea S.

5.0

Even though Our time didn't fit Althea 'availability therefore Althea can not accept the job ; Althea was very punctual, compassionate and eager to help . I highly recommend Althea and in the future if necessary , I will reach out to her again myself .

- Jenna Y.

Ishawrah J.

5.0

I hired Ishawra to take care of my 8 months old daughter during the day and my 10 year old son after he got home from school. I admired the way she took care of my kids, always professional and very dependable. My kids loved her, if I ever move back to the same area I would definitely hire Ishawra...

- Oneisha S.

Marcelle H.

5.0

Very professional. Skilled. She had a warm demeanor that puts my elder at ease.

- Ed F.

Toni-ann H.

5.0

Toni-ann has been a wonderful and reliable caregiver for our two daughters. She is communicative and flexible, helping out on a regular schedule and also as needed. She manages both girls and their squabbles very well, and they both really like being with her. We are confident in her ability to help...

- Katherine M.

Virginia V.

5.0

Virginia came to my rescue when I desperately needed a babysitter to go to work immediately and highly punctual! If in need I recommend!

- Care member

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