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Lorraine M.

Centereach, NY

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Im warm and caring while being professional with good management skills. I create a fun but safe environment while maintaining order. I understand the importance of keeping things on schedule. I love the outdoors, art and crafts, singing, fitness and trying new activities. I find joy in caring for others and creating a safe...
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Centereach, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
"My experience as a caregiver and companion includes seven years in a life skills class, where I worked with autistic children and children with Down syndrome. I also served as a Spanish translator. Additionally, I have three years of experience in hospice care and five years as a home health aide. I am passionate about engaging...
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Centereach, NY

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$22/hr
I have 9 years experience and would love to continue assisting people become more independent in their community
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Hi! My Names Bry

Centereach, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
Hello, my name is Bry (Pronounced Bree, like the cheese !) I have been working with and around children for years! I am license EMT who is CPR certified and have worked with not only special needs children, but have also been multiple summer camps head nurse. I am a very outgoing, fun, and energetic soul who loves to bring...
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Centereach, NY

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I am a sophomore in college at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. I hold an active NYS EMT-B certification as well as BLS CPR certification. I am offering childcare, pet care, and household services. At 13, I began volunteering at a summer camp for children with special needs and life threatening illnesses. From 17 to 19, I...
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Centereach, NY

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Experienced and dependable childcare provider with 5+ years of experience through teaching, Au Pair work, and support roles with children and adults with special needs. Former certified History teacher in Brazil and currently a Psychology college student with morning classes. Bilingual in English and Portuguese. Comfortable...
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Centereach, NY

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Former Registered Nurse /LPN/ Nursing Assistant , Pediatric Nurse , Worked with children with special needs , mom of 3 , 2 grown children 1 teen boy , Can do some part time work right now due to autoimmune issues
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Part-time Care Giver

Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Visiting physician
hospice services
dementia
Ive had about a year or 2 of caring for seniors and also children with special needs. I love helping people and I enjoy being part of ones life in need. I'm responsible and a compassionate person.

Emil R. says "Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be...

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Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Fun loving mother of two with a passion for childcare and nurturing young minds. Experienced in creating a safe, engaging and loving environment for children of all ages and special needs children. Skilled in balancing playtime, education, and healthy routines. Committed to providing attentive care while fostering a fun and...

Emily P. says "Connie nannied for my 1 year old son - she is great with babies and will treat your children like family. she is reliable, trustworthy, caring and...

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Nanny/babysitter

Holbrook, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi there, I have two grown children of my own and can appreciate the importance of your endeavor. I work at a middle school for 10+ years helping children with special needs. I can assist with homework after school activities and play dates The school does background check so that should provide some extra peace of mind for you....

Carrie Y. says "Karen is great! She cared for our 3 kids after school. She was always on time and helped manage unpacking, homework, and helping to straighten up. We...

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Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...

Meryl B. says "I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my...

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Retired School Teacher

Mount Sinai, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
I am a retired elementary school teacher. I am CPR/AED certified. I taught a Pre-K readiness program and designed a Pre-K music and arts curriculum. I have experience with special needs children. I am also a CNA and Geriatric Specialist. I am experienced in private and institutional settings. I offer child care, and companion /...

Liz B. says " I absolutely love Felicia! She has been such a big help to our family. My daughter always looks forward to seeing Felicia every week. We trust her very...

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Exceptional Experienced Sitter Available

Oakdale, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have recent experience providing child care for children and special needs kids. I enjoyed playing games, arts & crafts, providing meals and transportation to various activities. I am dog friendly and able to tidy up and help with homework. In the past I have volunteered at church working in both the nursery and teaching...

Andrea I. says "Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with my family....

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Part-Time Babysitter Available

Hauppauge, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a 26-year-old certified Teacher Assistant with over seven years of experience. I graduated from Stony Brook University with a Bachelor's in Biology and plan to attend graduate school for Education. I have experience caring for children of all ages, both with and without special needs, and am trained in Nonviolent Crisis...

Sophia T. says "I first became acquainted with Annemarie through care.com, and she is one of the loveliest people I know. She has been working with my children for...

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Felicia C.'s Photo

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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Companion Care/ Home Care Available

Oakdale, NY

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
I'm an experienced caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and adults and able to assist with ADLs and some occupational therapy as well. I enjoy helping to make peoples lives less stressful and more enjoyable. I am first aid and CPR certified I've been in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have extensive...
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Hauppauge, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
I'm currently a 19-year-old college student who has been babysitting for a few years. I have experience with special needs children, specifically autism, and I have my own transportation and am willing to drive and work flexible hours.

Erin P. says "Gabriella has been our morning sitter since September and has been such a rock for me and the kids. I can rely on her to be on time, the kids know they have...

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Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm Karen. I'm looking for a full-time caregiver position supporting individuals with special needs, but I'm open to part-time as well. I have over 15 years of experience working with people with cerebral palsy, autism, and other developmental challenges. I help with daily living tasks, medication management, and social...
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Super Nanny!

Stony Brook, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! I'm a compassionate, patient, and dedicated caregiver with over a year of experience as a nursing assistant at a top hospital, as well as live-in nanny experience in both the Hamptons and New York City. I've also worked as a trusted babysitter in the Stony Brook-Port Jefferson area, caring for children of all ages-from...

Julianne M. says "Margaret is very friendly and energetic with my toddler age girls, they love playing with her and are excited when she comes to watch them! She is very...

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Special Needs Caregivers in Centereach, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Jennifer C.

Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if...

- Emil R.

Concetta A.

Connie nannied for my 1 year old son - she is great with babies and will treat your children like family. she is reliable, trustworthy,...

- Emily P.

Karen D.

Karen is great! She cared for our 3 kids after school. She was always on time and helped manage unpacking, homework, and helping to...

- Carrie Y.

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