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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Dobbs Ferry, NY
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years
Special needs caregivers in Dobbs Ferry, NY
Travis T.
Dobbs Ferry, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hello Families! My name is Travis and I'm an employee of the Department of Education. I've worked in the role of a Teaching Assistant for the past 9 years. A major part of my work is the teamwork and collaboration that happens between parents and myself. Our combined efforts are essential to achieving big and small results.
I'd...
5.0
"I met Travis because he is the caregiver for one of my customers. He assists with the care of a teenage boy and one of his responsibilities is to helping him with a variety of life skills. Travis really...
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I've been caring for those with special needs and the elderly for over 15 years. I've worked with transporting, home care, and currently now in group homes. I love what I do. You will not find another person who will be as committed and dedicated as I am.
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I have many years of experience being a mother's helper and babysitter. I drive. I can also take care of pets. I sign a bit and have worked with people with disabilities for many many years. I can provide references upon request.
I like caring for people with special needs because they are so deserving.
I started caring for...
5.0
"Samantha came on time and help to with backup care of our baby infant. She was very patient and calm with the baby which help us focus on our work."
Reviewed by Jordan T.
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Hi, I am a very reliable, patient, kind, energetic, and loving person that is currently looking to babysit regularly or occasionally while I am here for college! I love working with kids and am even in school to become a pediatric OT! I have 8 years of experience with children as little as three days old and kids of all ages. I...
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I'm Jordan, I am 31-year-old college graduate from Mercy College. I have B. A in behavioral science, and my masters in teaching. Currently, I'm an assistant teacher for the DOE public school in the Bronx. I have been working at my job for 6 years now. Prior to working for the DOE, I've worked at different daycare...
Jennifer R.
Dobbs Ferry, NY
$25-45/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hi - My name is Jenny and I graduated from Dobbs Ferry High School. I've been working with kids since I was 15 and never loved anything more. I started by watching my younger brother and sister, and then began babysitting for kids in our neighborhood and around our town in Dobbs Ferry. Over the last few years, I've worked...
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Hi! I am currently a college student at SUNY Purchase. In the past I have worked at a summer camp with all ages of children, babysat numerous times, taught Sunday school lessons for many years, and I am an aide for special needs children through BOCES!
5.0
"Amanda was great. On time, professional. Quickly helped my two children acclimate to her. She drove them home safely. My children were happy. She cleaned my dishes! She really went above and beyond. Great hire!"
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Melissa M.
Bronx, NY
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! I'm Melissa, and have a passion for little ones! I have years of experience in babysitting, nannying, and caring for persons with special needs. I'd love to fill your families life with positivity, fun, creativity, and assistance in daily home life and child care.
My schedule is fully flexible and I only require a 2-hour...
5.0
"Melissa is an excellent childcare provider (and can also help with pets/training). She is confident, engaging and thoughtful. I highly recommend her and would be happy to speak to anyone on the phone as a...
Reviewed by Pierre C.
5.0
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Hello. I am Santa. I have been working with children for about 15 years now. I've taken care of 18 months to 16 years. I love working with children. Monday-Friday from 8-3. I work as a teacher assistant with special need children. I have been working there for about 6 years now.
5.0
"Santa was a loving and responsible caregiver. We were sad to lose her."
Reviewed by Amber B.
5.0
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Hello parents!
I have been caring for children for the last 13 years! I have done everything from occasional date night babysitting to being a full time live-in nanny, watching up to three children at a time, ranging in age from eight months to 15 years. I have experience with twins and children with special needs (autism and...
5.0
"We live in Westchester County, NY with our 2.5 year old son and recently hired Mandy with relatively short notice for a week. She was incredibly professional during her interview--asking the right questions...
Reviewed by Nikki And Mike L.
Rachel W.
Hastings on Hudson, NY
$25-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I am a fun, loving, Energetic, down to earth girl whom loves children and has been working with them since day one. I am FIRST AID Certified (contact me for specifics) and am majoring in early childhood education. I am highly experienced, have lots of references upon request, am fully licensed driver, and love any house hold...
5.0
"I watched Rachel save a random 2 year old who accidentally fell into our neighborhood pool. This was not the child she was in charge of, and she definitely prevented a tragedy from happening as this child...
Reviewed by Ellen E.
5.0
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Hello families!
I have been a nanny for 4 years .
I was assistant teacher for 4 years at school working with special needs kids. .
I used to be a volunteer in a orphanages and daycare.
I'm very comfortable working with kids .
I'm a student and I'm looking for 3-5 hours guaranteed per week .
I'm also available for ocasional...
5.0
"Pamela is an excellent nanny. She is very responsible and caring! She worked for us during 1 year."
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5.0
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Compassionate patience, caring woman looking for a companion/senior care giver job. Compassionate Companionship, assistance with bathing/dressing, meal prep, meds prompting, light housekeeping, errands, transportation. Help staying physically and mentally active and safe. Focus on quality of life.
Non smoker, own...
5.0
"Debra took excellent care of my husband."
Reviewed by Kim K.
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Hello! My name is Natalya and I am a graduate of John Jay College of Criminal Justice. I started babysitting by taking care my younger siblings and then began watching friends of the family's children and gained more experience through all of the amazing references I received! I am very well trained in taking care of special...
5.0
"I hired Natalya to care of my five and eight year old. I found her to be very competent in her care of them. She is someone who is considerate, dependable and proactive. She is also reliable and conscientious....
Reviewed by Tamara L.
Shannon K.
Bronx, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I am currently a first grade teacher in NYC. I have over 15 years of babysitting experience and am happy to provide references upon request. I am CPR and AED certified by the Red Cross. I have experience with newborns up to teenagers. I have cared for multiples and children with special needs. Looking forward to connecting!
5.0
"I hired Shannon recently through Care to watch and tutor my kids. While she has been at our house, she has also cared greatly for our two dogs, through feeding them, playing with them, and taking them on long...
Reviewed by Diane C.
4.0
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I am a dedicated and caring babysitter with years of experience; including with multiples, infants, and children with special needs. I truly love the children I work with. Safety, fun, and learning are my top priorities. I'm fully COVID-vaccinated (Pfizer), CPR-certified, comfortable with pets, and have a flexible schedule.
5.0
"Elise was the nanny for our son for about a month when he was 7 months old until she was offered a position through her college. She built a quick relationship with him and he lit up around her. She was very...
Reviewed by Lauren B.
Katherine P.
Elmsford, NY
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello there I enjoy working with others that are in need. I used to work for an agency call VIP for 2 years. I have a huge passion working with people. I would do light cleaning, some organizing , run errands and simply kept them company.
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I have 6 years of experience and I love working with kids. I have worked with all age children from 5-month-old babies to 13-year-olds. I also have experience with special needs children, hyperactive children and twins. I have taken children to school, picked them up from school, taken them to after school activities and...
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I currently live in White Plains, NY. I graduated in 2022 from Ithaca College where I studied Speech-Language Pathology and Spanish and am currently in graduate school at Lehman College getting my Master's degree. Because of this, I am only looking for a occasional sitting opportunities. I have over 7 years of babysitting...
5.0
"Alexa has been great working with our 4 year old son. She is a reliable & conscientious care taker and speech therapy student who is patient and fun with our son. She also has great communication skills and...
Reviewed by Randee M.
5.0
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Hello, my name is Brazil , I'm an18-year-old college student born and raised in the bronx. I am now a freshman attending Suny Empire University where I major in childhood education. Growing up I often took care of my cousins and the children of family friends, who ranged from newborns to about 10 years old. As I grew older, I...
5.0
"That's she's very organized and cares about the kids.Truthfully she puts the kids needs before anything she loves them with all her heart and is very playful. My kids love her, unfortunately we had to move but...
Reviewed by gigi L.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dobbs Ferry, NY
Travis T.
5.0
I met Travis because he is the caregiver for one of my customers. He assists with the care of a teenage boy and one of his responsibilities is to helping him with a variety of life skills. Travis really impressed me with his ability to encourage his mentee to embrace his independence even though he...
- Care member
Samantha L.
5.0
Samantha came on time and help to with backup care of our baby infant. She was very patient and calm with the baby which help us focus on our work.
- Jordan T.
Amanda F.
5.0
Amanda was great. On time, professional. Quickly helped my two children acclimate to her. She drove them home safely. My children were happy. She cleaned my dishes! She really went above and beyond. Great hire!
- Care member
Melissa M.
5.0
Melissa has been a great help, and is good with my toddler-age daughter. She is professional and dependable.
- Adam B.
Santa M.
5.0
Santa was a loving and responsible caregiver. We were sad to lose her.
- Amber B.
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