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Amanda M.

Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
from
$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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Babysitter Available!

Huntington, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! I am Nicole. I am 27 and I have been working with children since my teens. I have babysat for children from ages birth to 12 years old including children with special needs. Caring for these kids guided me into the early childhood education career path and I have been working with preschool age children ever since. I began...

Marissa C. says "Nicole took care of our 3 children (4, 2 and 1) while we (mom and dad) worked primarily from home. You will not find anyone kinder, flexible and more...

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Responsible, Mature And Professional Child Caregiver W/ Extensive Experience

Huntington Station, NY

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I have had the experience and pleasure of volunteering full-time as a live-in child caregiver at a children's medical/special needs home down in Peru for the past decade. I was responsible from anywhere from 20 to 50 children at a time, ranging in ages from newborns to teenagers. I have the honor of being an Aunt to 2 baby...

Jenny C. says "Liana is absolutely amazing. Our children adore her. She is kind, loving and very responsible! We feel very secure when our children are in her care....

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Smithtown, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Hello, I am David. I've worked with autistic kids and young adults at DDI for 2 years in the past. I've also worked with pediatric cancer patients for over 15 years and served as camp director for pediatric cancer patients and siblings. I am a NYS EMT, volunteer firefighter, retired police officer but chef by trade. I have...

Maureen R. says "We had the pleasure of working with Dave a few months ago -- what a great guy! His background is very interesting and varied. My son likes Dave a lot;...

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Bay Shore, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as trustworthy kind and loving I like caring for people with special needs because I have learned so much from working with people with special needs I'm looking for a job that is close to my home and early morning I started caring for people with special needs many years ago I have family...

Victoria V. says "Norma was amazing with my son. She is a beautiful person inside and out. She was reliable, punctual and great with communication. I felt so comfortable,...

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Huntington, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Presently employed as a nanny and personal assistant for six years to a lovely family in Port Washington. In addition to providing childcare services, I assist the family with organizational projects , meal preparation, errands and light housekeeping. Prior to this position I was a dietary chef working in a special needs home. I...

David R. says "Dependable and punctual, and just a decent human being"

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Full Time Caregive

Huntington, NY

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a retired School Psychologist. During my 20 plus year career I specialized in working with children from birth to age five years with special needs. I have worked with children who have learning disabilities, speech delays, autism, cerebral palsy and who are mentally retarded. I have also dealt with many children who have...

Care Member says "Debbie was professional and attentive with my children. She is a very well spoken, educated woman who clearly enjoys being around children and knows...

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Babysitter With 20+ Years Of Experience.

North Babylon, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
I am a mother to 2 lovely daughters ages 25 and 23. I've been a stay at home mother since the birth of my eldest. After the birth of my girls I was a surrogate for my sister & brother in-law. After the birth of my 20-year-old niece I started sitting for various families in my home (preferred). During these last 20 years I have...

Norma B. says "Karen is a very kind, caring, and dependable care taker. She babysat both my daughters from the time they were months old. My daughters came to love her...

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Nesconset, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
I have over 20Yrs of exp. W/ & W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's, Special needs and Hospice care. I can assist with all Home Care needs and Light Housekeeping. I love to cook and have always brought my clients food to taste if they are allowed. I have a Clean Drivers license as well...

Care Member says "Elise is so kind, patient, trustworthy and reliable. She currently taking amazing care of my parents and they look forward to her visits. So happy to...

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Bay Shore, NY

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
I have worked at a daycare center for about 1. 5. I worked at the JCC with children with special needs.
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Experienced Babysitter With Over 4 Years of Experience Looking For Summer Babysitting Job!

East Northport, NY

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$35/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Jaclyn. I am a NYS certified teacher and currently am a 4th grade teacher in the South Bronx. I am also a graduate student at Hofstra Universtiy earning my masters' degree in Literacy. I studied at SUNY Fredonia receiving two bachelor degrees in Early Childhood/Childhood Education. I have experience working...
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East Northport, NY

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi my name is Danielle but you can call me Dani. I have my own wellness business, I teach yoga to seniors, kids and the special needs community. I am also a personal trainer and certified health coach. I have 28 years experience nannying/babysitting. I also have a 6-year-old. I'm looking for date nights or I have some...
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Deer Park, NY

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I currently work as a Teaching Assistant at a preschool for children with Special Needs. I graduated from SUNY Geneseo with a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education/Special Education with a concentration in English. I have been working in the educational field since I graduated college. I love reading, playing board games,...
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Islip Terrace, NY

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
hospice services
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I have worked in an assisted living for 5 years and now I currently work with children with special needs. I love what I do and have the patience and compassion to work well with people of all ages and disabilities. If you are looking for a compassionate, caring, optimistic sitter I am here to help!
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West Babylon, NY

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
Hi my name is Gabby. I just graduated from college at Sacred Heart University with a degree in Criminal Justice. I have two years of experience with children of all ages. I have also worked with special needs children as well. I love playing with kids and doing arts and crafts. I am outgoing and willing to do anything asked of...
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Have Experience Caring For Children Ages 6 Months-21 Years.

Kings Park, NY

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have my MBA from Sacred Heart University. I reside in Kings Park. I am looking for a 3-4 day a week, part time position. I have experience babysitting children ages 1 month- 21 years, both special needs and not. I am comfortable with diaper changing and dogs! I am patient and kind. I can provide excellent references upon...
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West Babylon, NY

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$22/hr
4 years experience
I am very caring, nurturing and patient. I do well with keeping children entertained.. and I am active. I have taken care of 3 lovely children over the summer of 2022 that were the ages 6 4 and 1. I also worked with a family for a year ages 5 and 2 in 2024. I have always loved working with children, that I made the decision to...
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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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Kings Park, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
First and foremost I'm a mother of three children that are all in college now. Other than that, I worked in an elementary school district for nine years as a one on one teacher aide. I also, worked at a special needs school for the past two and half years. I recently changed my job so I no longer work at a school during the day....
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Fun Caring And Loving Nanny

Islip, NY

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi, Im 23 and i've been babysitting/nanny since I was 12. Ive had experience with twins, special needs, infants/toddlers and multiple kids. I have done house errands and drove children to school/activities. Very excited and eager to help where ever help is needed!
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Special Needs Caregivers in Commack, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Amanda M.

I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good...

- Meryl B.

Nicole N.

Nicole took care of our 3 children (4, 2 and 1) while we (mom and dad) worked primarily from home. You will not find anyone kinder, flexible...

- Marissa C.

Liana L.

Liana is absolutely amazing. Our children adore her. She is kind, loving and very responsible! We feel very secure when our children are...

- Jenny C.

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