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Sarah M.

I Would Love To Play With Your Kids!

Jericho, NY

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I worked in the special needs summer camp Gersh Academy for 3 summers. I work at a daycare center now. I am in school for Special Ed.
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Monica S.

Glen Cove, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
Hi my name is Monica. I am interested for a job, where I would help the family with the house,senior companion care, organizing laundry, special needs, assistant each other with responsibility. I am punctual, flexible, responsible, I have 10 years experience and I have good references. If you want to know more about me, please...

Dana M. says "Monica cared for my 94 year old Dad both at home and in Rehab. She is very reliable, caring and most of all a hands-on take charge caretaker. My Dad loves...

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Crystal H.

Nanny

Williston Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
My name is Crystal and I'm 30 years old. I have been working/caring for children for over years, & in the special needs field for years, with over 25+ child related certifications. I am back ground checked and fingerprinted as well. I am driven and devoted to helping families all around. Date nights, any time after 330 p.m. on...

Care Member says "Crystal was excellent - prompt, responsive and our children loved spending time with her. Highly recommend!"

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Shalyce J.

Super Nanny

Hempstead, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
As a dedicated childcare provider with eight years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have been incredibly rewarding, and I'm excited to continue making a positive impact on young lives. I believe that patience and creativity are essential qualities for...

Care Member says "Shalyce is absolutely amazing! I was so lucky to have ended up having her for our baby nurse. She is sweet, kind, patient, honest, and trustworthy....

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Christine A.

Nanny/Caregiver

Huntington Station, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Christine. I have over a decade of experience nannying and providing childcare to children from ages infancy to 14 years old. I worked as a C. N. A. for about four and a half years as well. I have cared for children and adults with disabilities, special needs, severe allergies, and dietary needs and restrictions, such as...

Amber Kay P. says "Christine has been a reliable caretaker for our children, and can be trusted to follow instructions and take care of any issues that might arise,...

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Debra S.

Need Help?

Levittown, NY

5.0(0)
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$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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Debra C.

Full Time Caregive

Huntington, NY

5.0(1)
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$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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Meghan M.

Responsible, Reliable, And Experienced

Huntington, NY

3.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Available for full-time, part-time, date nights, weekends, and overnights - adaptable schedule to fit your needs. Experience: Over 15 years of experience working with children. The most children I watched at a time was eight. My experience includes working with ages ranging as young as newborns all the way up to the teen years,...

Erika L. says "My children enjoyed hanging out with Meaghan. We will definitely use her again!"

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Crystal L.

Babysitter

Farmingdale, NY

5.0(1)
from
$49/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Nakeisha R.

Available For Companionship, Housekeeping And Meal Prep

Amityville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
"I am modest, but hard working. Someone who thinks positive, who can execute on difficult task. I'm not a individual who needs to be micromanage, rather when given a task. I can figure out the best way's to solve the problem in an autonomous manner. I Have experience patient'swho required special needs, Alzheimer's, glaucoma and...

Care Member says "Nakeisha is a lovely woman. She is very kind and a hard worker. She takes care of my husband who has Parkinson's disease on weekends, and she is...

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Maryann L.

Huntington, NY

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 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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Caroline K.

Fun And Caring Sitter!

Garden City, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Julieta C.

Franklin Square, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hi!! I have been a childcare provider for many years, I love children dearly, I think they're the best!! I have worked with a special needs child, in a day care center, and in private homes with infants, toddlers, preescholers and elementary school children. I'm an honest, loving, responsable and energetic person. I'm also...

Su P. says "Julieta was our nanny for over a year. My daughter absolutely loved her and had so much fun doing activities together. I would definitely recommend her. She...

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Kelley G.

Huntington Station, NY

3.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience
My Name's Kelley! I am a 19yr old, High-school Graduate. I am furthering my education studying Criminal Justice. I am very flexible and willing to work with you. I have cared full-time for children as young as 6 weeks up until 8 years old. I have experience with special needs children. I have CPR and First Aid certification...

Jamie S. says "She is very honest and a suitable addition to almost all home types. I used her for 2 years and she was so wonderful. My infant and toddler loved Kelley! "

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Nigeria W.

Uniondale, NY

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
10 years experience
Over 20 years experience working with people Diagnosed with Intellectual Disabilities, CP, Seizure Disorder, and Autism.
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Dawn P.

Bethpage, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi, I'm a mom of 2 boys soon 15 & 18. Non smoker and have no problem with pets. I am a certified Teachers Assistant, employed at Central Boulevard Elementary School in Bethpage, NY. I work with main stream and 1-1 with special needs children. I have many years of child care experience, having two of my own and also worked on NYC...

Jennifer L. says "Hi. I have known dawn for some time. She has helped me with my kids when they were babies and also now at the elementary school age. She has always...

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Suzanne S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Bellmore, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Suzanne, but you can call me Suzie! I work FT as a MICA Recovery Program Supervisor, supporting adults w/ Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders. I'm trained in crisis prevention, CPR, Mental Health First Aid, & more-so safety & well-being are always my top priorities. I spent 4 years as a Level II Child...

Daniel S. says "Suszi was great my kids loved her she was on time very responsible and trustworthy. We would definitely hire her again. Thank u Suezi! "

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Patricia O.

Nanny, Driver, Have Special Needs Experience

Merrick, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
I am currently a Part-time Special Ed. teacher's Aide. I have been working in the School District for 22 years. Along with that I have worked for 2 families, caring for their children. I drove and picked them up from school, stayed with them till their parents came home, and also drove them to different functions. The second...
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Marjorie H.

Part Time Babysitting

East Meadow, NY

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
I have 3 grown children and one grandchild so I am quite experienced with the care and safety of children and babies Also having been a licensed nurse for many years is a help when there are special needs involved I am very safety conscious and love to care for children and have the patience and a calm temperament as well
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Patricia O.

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

Merrick, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of June 2025

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Monica S.

Monica cared for my 94 year old Dad both at home and in Rehab. She is very reliable, caring and most of all a hands-on take charge...

- Dana M.

Crystal H.

Crystal was excellent - prompt, responsive and our children loved spending time with her. Highly recommend!

- Care member

Shalyce J.

Shalyce is absolutely amazing! I was so lucky to have ended up having her for our baby nurse. She is sweet, kind, patient, honest, and...

- Care member

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