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Patricia R.

Ronkonkoma, NY

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$19/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello my name is Patty I am 47 years old and I have always enjoyed working with children I got my first job as a babysitter at the age of 13 in high school I took a BOCES course for child care the first year we ran a preschool in the BOCES and the second year I worked in the elementary school with kindergartners and first...
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Bay Shore, NY

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Compassionate and patient caregiver with experience supporting children and individuals with special needs. Skilled in providing personalized care, assisting with daily activities, maintaining routines, and creating a safe, supportive environment. Able to work with children with developmental delays, behavioral challenges, or...
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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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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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North Babylon, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Retired Special Education teacher of 29 years. I have dealt with very low functioning (all ADL Skills) to incorrigible youths. I also took care of an elderly woman on dialysis and another elderly woman that needed some ADL assistance and companionship. Provided light housekeeping, ran errands, transportation as needed and...
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Bay Shore, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Good day to you! First and foremost, I want to introduce myself. I am Anna Mae, 23 years old. I am a Filipina and Philippines are known for our honesty, dedication, nurturing and caring characters. I can say that I am qualified for the job that I am applying for because I am a graduate of a 2 years practical nursing course back...
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West Babylon, NY

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. My year of babysitting experience solidified my desire to positively impact young lives and support families. I am patient, friendly, and follow parents' lead when it comes to household rules and preferred communication methods. I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board...
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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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CNa

Bay Shore, NY

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$18/hr
I have been working with disabilities, I know it can be challenging but we here to help them . I will be making sure ur son has the best care .
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West Babylon, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi! My name is shanaiya, I'm an outgoing student who does firefighting and studying criminal justice. I've been babysitting since I was 17/18 and love to work with children who are imaginative like me. (I also don't mind the quiet ones) I grew up with 3 special need siblings ranging from autism and a learning disability and have...
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Bay Shore, NY

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$30/hr
12 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
As a caregiver with over a decade of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My calm and friendly demeanor puts children at ease, making me an approachable and trusted caregiver. I prioritize clear and consistent communication with parents, using their preferred method to provide regular...
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Holbrook, NY

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Companionship
home modification
dementia
errands
light cleaning
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DSP & Caregiver for Seniors and Individuals with Special Needs I am a caring and dependable Direct Support Professional with 7 years of experience supporting seniors and individuals with special needs. I currently work as a DSP at DDI and am seeking an additional case during my available time. I help individuals stay safe,...
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Deer Park, NY

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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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Early Childhood/Special Education Grad Student

Deer Park, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I am a very responsible and loving 32-year-old caregiver with over 15 years experience with children of all ages from newborn through pre-teen. I have a Bachelors degree in psychology and returned to school this Fall for my Masters in Early Childhood and Special Education. I love children and have been fortunate enough to...
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Medical Assistance

Lake Grove, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been in the medical field for over 20 years. I am affiliated with Brookhaven hospital and also a Stonybrook University. I have worked on Department Of, Cardiology, Nephrology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology, and pulmonology working alongside Professor's and Attending's .
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Bohemia, NY

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$18/hr
9 years experience
I spent 9 years as a cna and have a special needs daughter. I am very familiar with developmental delays, gtubes ect.
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Patient And Reliable

Bay Shore, NY

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$17/hr
22 yr old with compassion and patience. have a clean valid driver's license and drug free. I have experience caring for an elder gentleman in his 70's who has dementia. Special needs caregiver.
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Special Needs

Bay Shore, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi, My name is Izetta and I am a CNA. I have 15 years of experience with all types of disability. I am reliable and trustworthy and I will love taking care of people.
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Bohemia, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a passionate and experienced caregiver with weekly daytime availability while my children are in school. I hold a master's degree in Childhood Education and Students with Disabilities and have over 20 years of experience caring for children from newborns to 12 years old. My background includes classroom teaching, early...
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Bay Shore, NY

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$20/hr
I am a caring and compassionate caregiver who have at lease 6years of experience working with kids with special needs also I have a son with special needs and I can tell you'll you have to be very caring loving and have a lot of patience when working with them.
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