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Loving And Kind Caregiver

Centereach, NY

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Mobility assistance
errands
meal prep
personal care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I love helping others while promoting them to be as independent as possible. I have worked in group home for special needs adults with mainly senior citizens with a range of physical abilities. While in the group home I assisted my clients to preform all daily tasks including showering and bathroom assistance. Im a joyful person...
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Ronkonkoma, NY

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$26/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I'm Funda, a 25-year-old living in Ronkonkoma, NY. I enjoy helping families and creating a positive, friendly environment. I'm available to care for children ages 8 and older, help with homework, keep them engaged, and make sure they feel safe and comfortable. I also love dogs and would be happy to help with dog walking or...
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West Babylon, NY

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$24/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Sara and I have worked with children and adults with special needs and developmental disabilities. I am kind, patient and love to work one on one with individuals to help them build confidence, work on their daily living skills and achieve their goals. I look forward to working with you!
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About Me

Deer Park, NY

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$20/hr
7 years experience
I have a lot of experience and love caring for others. Along with my five years of experience in babysitting, I have also had three years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities. I am well-versed In medication administration, first aid, behaviors, and daily life activities. There is nothing quite as...
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Retired Special Education Teacher

Hauppauge, NY

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$50/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired special education teacher with 30+ years of experience. I've worked with children ages 3-21. I am warm, loving, and caring and can provide references.
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Lake Grove, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi! Warm 20yr caregiver. PCA/DSP special needs, senior & diabetes injection care. CPR/FA. Private pay
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Centereach, NY

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Jess and I'm 24. I am in the 2nd year of my master's in social work program at Stony Brook, and I graduated from Boston College with a degree in applied psychology & human development in May 2023. I have worked and volunteered with children in different roles for many years. I have experience babysitting for...
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Huntington Station, NY

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I am nursing assistant very compassionate and I also have a lot experience working with Autism kids and adults from my past job and I am still looking for more opportunities to keep growing
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Holbrook, NY

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$17/hr
My name is Tiffany. I'm a 38-year-old mother of 2. I've been in the care. com family for several years, working for 5 families, long term, as a nanny. While I have no formal training working with those with physical/ mental disabilities, I did spend 2 years participating in a hippo therapy program in Texas, worked with a family...
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Caregiver With A Big Heart

Huntington Station, NY

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have worked in childcare for 20 plus years as a CDA as well as after school care; I started at 13,( remember those days??!!) babysitting for neighbors and reffing soccer for the younger kids as well as instructing teens I martial arts. I have multifaceted experience with children, and adore them. Everything from hugs to games...
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Nanny/Babysitter

Smithtown, NY

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$17/hr
7 years experience
I am a certified teacher at Freedom High School in Loudoun County with a M. A. T. in English. I have babysat for multiple families every summer for 7 years. I love working with kids and I am looking for a job while I am not teaching over the summer. I have experience nannying for and teaching children with special needs, I can...
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East Northport, NY

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$17/hr
16 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
over 30 years raised my children ., I have worked with all children including special needs. I am organized person with much patience.
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Experienced Worker

Oakdale, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Hi I'm Maureen. I have 20 plus years of experience w individuals w special needs. I'm patient , calm and reliable. I've raised 2 daughters and have 1 deaf brother.
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I Love Working With All Kids!!!

Holtsville, NY

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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have been working with kids for over 10 years and have 3 of my own! I have experience with newborns, toddlers, kids and teens. I have worked with special needs, multiples and twins and have many references. I am patient, reliable, caring and kind. I absolutely love any and all babies and kids! I am flexible and willing to work...
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Farmingville, NY

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$24/hr
Hi! I'm Nikki, a nursing student with a passion for supporting children and teens with diverse learning needs. I have ADHD and an Auditory Processing Disorder, so I understand firsthand that every person learns differently. I have been a member of Best Buddies at my university for the past 3 years. Throughout my own academic...
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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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Nanny For Children Of All Ages

Ronkonkoma, NY

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$20/hr
25 years experience
I have 25 + years of experience with children of all ages (in schools and in home setting)..~ including high-functioning Autism (aka Autism level 1), Aspergers, Down syndrome) I am looking for work during the week anytime between the hours of 7 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. I am available for PART time work or Full time work I also...
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Certified Nursing Assistant

Bay Shore, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Hi I am reliable, compassionate, kind, caring, as well as have 26 years of experience, caring for the elderly and children. I also have extensive training in the medical field as a certified nursing assistant
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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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About Me!

Selden, NY

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$27/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as kind, calm, and creative. I started working with kids when I was in high school, babysitting for a family with 3 children aged 5, 7, and 10! I continued to nanny throughout college as well as worked with special needs teens as a job coach. I have also annually nannied for my sister, caring for my...
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