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Maria D.

Special Needs And Medical Experience

East Meadow, NY

from: $17/hr

10 years experience

I have experience with children's and adults with special needs I have an extensive medical background Looking forward to be a assist to your family Thank you for your time Maria

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Jolie J.

Special Needs Care

East Meadow, NY

from: $20/hr

Hi I'm fun loving patient person, I'm currently a college student majoring in communication disorder with the hopes to become a slp.

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Ligia R.

East Meadow, NY

from: $18/hr

1 year experience

Hi there I'm been working with kids special needs, my daughter is also autistic have experience as a professional and as a mother

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Amanda T.

Special Needs Caregiver

East Meadow, NY

from: $20/hr

5 years experience

My name is Amanda! I am currently a grad student studying to be a special education teacher ! I have approximately 5 years experience working with special needs children (ASD) within a school setting. I am now looking for a part time position. I look forward to hearing from you (:

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Amanda T.

East Meadow, NY

from: $25/hr

5 years experience

Swimming supervision

grocery shopping

carpooling

meal prep

craft assistance

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My name is Amanda! I am currently a grad student studying to be a special education teacher ! I have approximately 5 years experience working with special needs children (ASD) within a school setting but enjoy working with neurotypical kids as well!! I am now looking for a part time position. I look forward to hearing from you...

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Patricia O.

27 Years Experience Working With Special Needs Children And General Education Also

Merrick, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

craft assistance

light cleaning

Hi, I've worked and presently still am a special needs teachers aide for s school district. I also have worked for a few families over the past 13 years with children ages 6 months thru 16 yrs. My hours in the school district are from eight till 12 noon. I am available after that time. I have many references if needed and thank...

Casey S. says "Patti was a wonderful caretaker for our 4 year old son. She's reliable, punctual and has a very calm disposition that any child would respond quickly to....

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Jessica J.

Cambria Heights, NY

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

craft assistance

travel

light cleaning

swimming supervision

Hello I'm Jessica a mother of a 16yr old girl and I people person, meaning I love to make people smile and laugh. I AM VACCINATED. I've been a certified nanny/ elderly care giver for 17yrs and I am a dog walker/or Pet sitter for 23yrs. I also received my certification in childcare. I love my job, caring for infants, helping...

Alisa D. says "She is a loving and kind caretaker before moving to Alabama I hired her to take care of my mother and 3 kids while I was at work. She made sure there every...

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Ryan M.

Child Care

Massapequa, NY

5.0(1)

from: $28/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

Travel

craft assistance

meal prep

I am a kind hearted and fun loving nanny. I do not have any children of my own. I have been a babysitter/nanny since I was 14 years old. I have taken care of children ages 6 weeks to 14 years. I have also dealt with multiples and children with special needs. I don't mind pets, but I am allergic to cats. I enjoy keeping children...

Tim R. says "We were a family of 5 (6 now!) and Ryan was our sitter for almost two years before she moved to South Florida. She is amazing with the kids and quickly...

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Debra S.

Need Help?

Levittown, NY

5.0(0)

from: $17/hr

10 years experience

I have been a Nanny for over 16 years with experience with infants to teens. The past 5 years I have also worked with a high functioning Austic boy who was 13 when I started. I got him from bus after school and kept him busy till aid arrived.. we did puzzles.. games.. talked about his day.

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Caroline K.

Fun And Caring Sitter!

Garden City, NY

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

5 years experience

Travel

light cleaning

carpooling

swimming supervision

craft assistance

+ 1 more

I have babysat and coached lacrosse for the past 6 years for children up to the ages of 11. I have also worked with special needs in the Best Buddies and Respite program at my church all throughout middle school and high school! I have a car and clean driving record! I don't just sit there but I engage and ensure the kids are...

Amy W. says "Caroline is one of the most amazing babysitters I have ever worked with! She is so professional and my kids LOVED her! I would recommend Caroline to anyone!"

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Barbara W.

Happy And Motivating Babysitter With 30 Years Of Experience

Cambria Heights, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Light cleaning

craft assistance

grocery shopping

meal prep

Good Day, My name is Barbara but people call me Barb. I have 30 years of experience sitting for ages newborn to teenager, including twins and special needs. I am pursuing an MS Ed. in Elementary Education. I have been responsible for up to 5 children plus have worked in a day care. I cook, clean, tutor schoolwork, teach arts...

Carolyn W. says "Barbara was so great with my 18-month-old! He was pretty grouchy and tantrum-prone on the day she sat for us, but Barbara won him over with her warmth...

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Malika J.

Elmont, NY

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

Meal prep

grocery shopping

travel

light cleaning

swimming supervision

I am a loving and patient Nanny with four years of experience providing compassionate care to children, including those with special needs such as Autism and behavioral challenges. My background includes extensive training in child development and a previous role as a Child Protective Specialist. I also hold a Bachelor's degree...

Care Member says "We have had a wonderful experience with Malika. She connected with my very shy toddler who typically does not warm up to anyone quickly, in addition to...

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Olutuminu O.

Happy And Engaging

Sea Cliff, NY

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Swimming supervision

grocery shopping

carpooling

meal prep

craft assistance

+ 1 more

Hello! I'm a reliable and caring babysitter with 5+ years of experience, including caring for children with special needs. I hold a bachelor's from and Ivy League. I prioritize safety and well-being, holding CPR and health emergency training, and I am a fully vaccinated non-smoker with a valid driver's license and reliable...

Yvonne I. says "Tumi is punctual, respectful and dependable. My 2 year old son loves her."

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Crystal L.

Babysitter

Farmingdale, NY

5.0(1)

from: $49/hr

10 years experience

Swimming supervision

carpooling

craft assistance

travel

Hello, my name is Crystal and I am 33 years old. I am a graduate of Long Island University Post Campus with my Bachelor's degree and teaching certification in Childhood Education. I have a Master's Degree and am certified in General and special Education. I have been teaching for 10 years and have experience working with...

Care Member says "As a single father of two young girls, finding the right babysitter was of the utmost importance to me. With a busy work schedule that keeps me out of...

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Sushiela B.

Franklin Square, NY

4.2(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 8 families in your area

Light cleaning

carpooling

swimming supervision

grocery shopping

meal prep

I've always had a passion for caring for children, and with 20 years of experience as a childcare provider, I know I can create a safe and nurturing environment for your child. I have extensive experience with children of all ages, from newborns to preteens. My previous roles have allowed me to work with children with special...

Care Member says "Sushiela (Liz) has been with my family for 3 years and has been amazing with my daughter (6) and son (4). Since my work schedule is hectic, Sushiela...

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Alexa F.

Massapequa, NY

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Travel

craft assistance

swimming supervision

I am a college graduate and certified elementary school teacher currently working as a permanent sub. I have always loved working with children from working as a camp counselor to babysitting throughout high school and college. I also work at a summer program for children with special needs. As a babysitter, I have had the...

Carrie L. says "We first met Alexa when she was working as a counselor for our older daughter at the local summer recreation program. We have since hired her as our...

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Maya N.

Queens Village, NY

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I love providing care to anyone. I'm a certified HHA with 10 years of experience. I have dealt with all types of people from children to adults including those with special needs. I've had many cases... Bed ridden Colostomy Catheter Alzheimer's Impediment etc. I can perform all aspects of activities of daily living and can work...

Valerie B. says "Maya is a professional through and through. I trust her to take good care of my son."

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Alexandra O.

Part-Time Summer Babysitter Available

Rockville Centre, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

My name is Alexandra and I am a Speech Language Pathologist in an educationally based setting. While growing up, I've had many jobs, which required caring for children. These jobs included being a counselor at both sleep away and day camp and babysitting for multiple families with children of all ages. Throughout my graduate...

Melissa G. says "I have used Alexandra for childcare for my special needs son who is almost 4 years old. She is punctual, reliable, and great with kids. I highly...

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Nalijah W.

Amityville, NY

5.0(0)

from: $17/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I am currently employed as a Special Education Teacher's Assistant at a Charter School in Dekalb County. I have experience working with children from kindergarten to twelfth grade. Daily I help my students understand material that they find difficult. During the summer months I work as a director at camp for children with...

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Rosaria C.

Oceanside, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I am a fun loving energetic woman who has had many experiences with children as a mother and a teacher. I have worked with kids with special needs and with senior people affected by dementia. I am a woman with high moral values. I believe in honesty and integrity

Katelyn K. says "Rosaria is wonderful! She is so good with my kids, completely engages with them and they have so much fun with her. She is absolutely amazing at helping...

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Patricia O.

Patti was a wonderful caretaker for our 4 year old son. She's reliable, punctual and has a very calm disposition that any child would...

- Casey S.

Jessica J.

She is a loving and kind caretaker before moving to Alabama I hired her to take care of my mother and 3 kids while I was at work. She made...

- Alisa D.

Ryan M.

We were a family of 5 (6 now!) and Ryan was our sitter for almost two years before she moved to South Florida. She is amazing with the kids...

- Tim R.

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Maria D.

Special Needs And Medical Experience

Jolie J.

Special Needs Care

Ligia R.

Amanda T.

Special Needs Caregiver

Amanda T.

Patricia O.

27 Years Experience Working With Special Needs Children And General Education Also

Jessica J.

Ryan M.

Child Care

Debra S.

Need Help?

Caroline K.

Fun And Caring Sitter!

Barbara W.

Happy And Motivating Babysitter With 30 Years Of Experience

Malika J.

Olutuminu O.

Happy And Engaging

Crystal L.

Babysitter

Sushiela B.

Alexa F.

Maya N.

Alexandra O.

Part-Time Summer Babysitter Available

Nalijah W.

Rosaria C.

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in East Meadow, NY

Patricia O.

Jessica J.

Ryan M.

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