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Hi, my name is Emily and I am going into my junior year of college. I have been babysitting for three years. I have experience working with children between the ages of 4 and 11 years old. I also have been an aid for children with special needs the past two years. I plan on working with children with my future career and I love...
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I have 15+ years of childcare experience. I worked as a nanny/babysitter for children of all ages throughout my undergraduate and graduate college career from 2011 to 2018. Additionally, I volunteered abroad in Sri Lanka with special needs children providing education and mental health treatment in 2018. I have an undergraduate...
5.0
"Nicole has been fantastic with our 4 months old baby boy (now 6 months old). Our son loves her, she is very attentive and sweet with him. Helped him get more confident in his rolling skills, improving on...
Reviewed by Taryn C.
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Marg B.
Howard Beach, NY
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have worked with the blind, deaf, special ed of young school age to adult ages. Also as a mom of two grown kids (one college, one high school) and a babysitter of so many for over the years, I have the real life, practical experience to get any job done. I have patience, honesty, kindness, integrity, empathy--things you do not...
Sarah M.
Kew Gardens, NY
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Former International English Teacher - Special Needs Experience - Loves Kids!!
5.0
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My passion is caring for Children. I have many years of experience and started babysitting when I was 12 years old. Over the years I have worked with special needs children, especially autistic. This was in a clinical setting as well as live-in nannying. Eventually, I furthered my education, moved to Vietnam, and taught English...
5.0
"She drove my two sons to and from school, watched them during weekdays, and helped out with my newborn. I can depend on her at last minutes notice and I knew she'd be there. You can tell that she loves working...
Reviewed by Amelia C.
5.0
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I started babysitting in high school for children of all ages including one with special needs. I will be more than happy to help watch and entertain your children in a safe environment! I am pursuing a masters in social work and hope to work will children professionally in social work setting in the future.
5.0
"Sammy is fantastic! She shows up early, is quick with text communication and my daughters absolutely love her! She follows thru with our routine and goes the extra mile at craft time. 10/10!"
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5.0
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I have worked for over 15 years as a caregiver. My last assignment was for over two years as a private caregiver. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson and stroke patients. I am an extremely capable and compassionate person with extensive experience in elderly care. I am honest, trustworthy, and positive. I'm...
5.0
"I recommend Jennifer very highly. She took care of my father-in-law who had dementia, until he passed. She was compassionate, understanding, flexible, knowledgeable, resourceful, and dependable. She would...
Reviewed by Caroll K.
Alyssa M.
New York, NY
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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Experienced with children ages 1-14. I grew up with a lot of younger siblings and cousins. I moved to Nyc in January for my job in marketing, from Iowa. I miss being around kids and don't have family in the city with kids. After work and weekends are best, trying to fill up my free time especially with winter coming. I have...
5.0
"Alyssa is a kind compassionate fun loving responsible young woman"
Reviewed by linda C.
5.0
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Certified HHA , CHA. I have skills to communicate and make them fill safe and happy. 20 year experience tough me how to deal with emergency and special needs
5.0
"She is very loving, caring and trustworthy person. I always felt great when she took care of my mom. I highly recommend hiring her"
Reviewed by Eka B.
Alexis G.
New York, NY
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! I am 27 years old, originally from California. I have been a nanny for 8 years. I have experience with children with special needs. I am bilingual and looking for a new family to care for!
5.0
"Caring, kind, intelligent and professional. Really connects and stimulates the kids and brings them great joy. Worked with our 2 yo girl and 5 yo boy to help through milestones such as potty training and new...
Reviewed by Caroline F.
Nathalie J.
Malverne, NY
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, I'm Nathalie! I've been working with children for over 10 years now! I love watching kids learn and play! I currently work for the Department of Education. I work with special needs children and absolutely love it! Since I do work for a school during the year I am looking for a Summer job and some days during the school...
5.0
"Nathalie is a natural and so sweet! She is helping us with our 12 week old and our baby was has been at ease with Nathalie since the first day they met. Her experience with very young babies is apparent, as she...
Reviewed by Tania S.
5.0
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I love kids and I'm caring and compassionate, yet firm. I love to play and I'm happy to do housework and assorted tasks that need to get done.
Job experience:
Taught classes at a special needs school
Worked at a swimming pool for 5+ years
Admin experience while attending university
5.0
"Abigail is fabulous!! My kids love her!! All 4 of them! She does the dishes and picks up without ever being asked. She is so kind and nurturing! Very reliable and a great communicator!! Every moms dream...
Reviewed by Brooke C.
Shabnam A.
Ozone Park, NY
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Experience with kids: 14 YEARS experience with kids of variable ages. Prior experience with kids with special needs
CPR CERTIFIED: YES
FIRST AID CERTIFIED : YES
DRIVER LICENSE : YES
CAR: YES
SCHOOL: SOME COLLEGE
SMOKE OR DRINK: NO (NEVER)
5.0
"Shabnam was consistent, reliable and very nurturing and caring with our daughter. She was patient, respectful and a very kind."
Reviewed by Care member
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Hello parents! My name is Mishka. I am 32 years old and I am young woman with a nursing background, I am a natural caregiver who is extremely compassionate and nurturing. I am extremely active and playful, I also love crafts. I also believe in teaching and engaging a child's mind. I have 6 years of experience with children and...
5.0
"We hired Mishka for two days to give us a hand with the kids when we were shorthanded. She helped with meal prep for our 4yo and watched over her while we put our newborn to bed. She was excellent and we would...
Reviewed by David D.
Erline D.
Hewlett, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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- I'm a patient's care Technician with a certification in dialysis,.
- I also work as a Direct care counselor technician. I am experienced in working with children with special needs.
- Presently, I worked and cared for children diagnosed with cerebral palsy for 18 years.
- I also care for psych patients, and I have a B L S and...
5.0
"Erline is always on time. Erline provides the best care, and she goes above and beyond her assigned duties. "
Reviewed by Care member
Alexis V.
Brooklyn, NY
$28-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hey everyone my name is Alexis and I'm looking to babysit after work. I am a CTA and have been working with special needs children for 2 years now in the department of education aside from working with children of all ages years prior. I fell in love working with children after having little siblings and watching them grow as I...
5.0
"Alexis was great with our two year old when we were visiting NYC this fall. She was available on short notice, and did a great job with our son. We were very grateful for her help."
Reviewed by Alison M.
5.0
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My name is Shauna, and I'm a 35-year-old with over 15 years of experience as a Nanny. I am First Aid and CPR certified and have experience with children of all ages as well as children with special needs.
I'm a patient, active, creative, punctual, organized, and fun-natured individual who simply has an affinity for caring for...
5.0
"Shauna is an absolutely wonderful nanny, and we feel lucky to have her in our lives. Shauna watched my daughter full time from ages 5 months to 18 months. As first time parents, my husband and I were thankful...
Reviewed by Laura N.
5.0
(1)
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Hi! I am a 23-year-old recent college grad with a ton of babysitting experience. My past jobs have involved working with children, including lead lifeguard and swim instructor, after-school program educator, and full-time nanny. I specialized in teaching preschool ages how to swim; my favorite was the Mommy and Me class! I am...
5.0
"Angel is in her name for a reason. This young lady has a remarkable work ethic. She was an absolute joy to have in my home this past summer. Angelique took care of my 1.5 yr old for 3 months, with total...
Reviewed by Farah G.
Sabina D.
Brooklyn, NY
$18-26/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I am 24 years old, I am very clean-cut, bubbly, very responsible, and positive. I grew up with children all around me, of all ages. I am fully vaccinated and have years of experience with caring for infants, groups of children, and special needs toddlers. I am a recent graduate from The New School where I graduated top of my...
5.0
"As other moms can relate, it is not easy to find a caregiver who you like and your child connects with. Sabina is the very first babysitter that I worked with via Care.com. She met and exceeded my expectations....
Reviewed by Remya T.
Samantha L.
Brooklyn, NY
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hello!
My name is Samantha, I am 24 years old and my goal as a babysitter is to care for, guide, protect and teach children. A little bit about myself, I work in entertainment industry. I just finished wrapping up The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel currently working towards become a Music Supervisor in film. I'm enthusiastic and love to...
5.0
"We recently had Sam over for a trial day with our high-energy 2-year-old. Although we chose to go with another provider (due to our child's specific behavioral needs), Sam left a great impression on us.
She...
Reviewed by David G.
Allison C.
Woodside, NY
$25-35/hr
5.0
(2)
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My brother was diagnosed at the age of 3 with autism. My mother paved a way for my brother in the public school system and work with the department of rehab to make paths for my brother's art. Now he is a college graduate who made the deans list and is currently applying for jobs in creature design. Seeing this growth inspired...
5.0
"Allison helps mentor and spend time with my teenage son on the autism spectrum. She is very patient and knowledgeable about any situation that can occur with a person on the spectrum. She problem solves and...
Reviewed by Kim R.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Howard Beach, NY
Nicole S.
5.0
Nicole has been fantastic with our 4 months old baby boy (now 6 months old). Our son loves her, she is very attentive and sweet with him. Helped him get more confident in his rolling skills, improving on different skills, and reaching milestones.
She has no problem respecting & following our ways of...
- Taryn C.
Sarah M.
5.0
I had an opportunity to work with Ms Sarah for a year as her teaching assistant and I learned a lot from her. She has some strengths that include:
Enthusiasm, love for children, and she is a hard-worker would be her top qualities. She is a funny teacher and has a lot of personality. Moreover, She...
- Anna T.
Samantha L.
5.0
Sammy is fantastic! She shows up early, is quick with text communication and my daughters absolutely love her! She follows thru with our routine and goes the extra mile at craft time. 10/10!
- Care member
Jennifer E.
5.0
I recommend Jennifer very highly. She took care of my father-in-law who had dementia, until he passed. She was compassionate, understanding, flexible, knowledgeable, resourceful, and dependable. She would come to our home as early in the morning as we needed her to so we could go to work with a...
- Caroll K.
Alyssa M.
5.0
Alyssa is a kind compassionate fun loving responsible young woman
- linda C.
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