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Rachel O.'s Photo

Bay Shore, NY

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$40/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hello there! I'm a first year college student studying to become a Physical Therapist. However, I love working with children. In my previous job, I worked with kids with special needs. I am one year experienced with children working in my previous job, but not limited only working with children in my job. I have 2 younger...
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Bay Shore, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Cristina, and I currently work as an assistant teacher at a daycare, where I care for children ranging from infants to preschool age and older. I also have previous experience working with children with special needs and understand the importance of patience, compassion, and individualized care. I have a very...
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Fun Caring And Loving Nanny

Islip, NY

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi, Im 23 and i've been babysitting/nanny since I was 12. Ive had experience with twins, special needs, infants/toddlers and multiple kids. I have done house errands and drove children to school/activities. Very excited and eager to help where ever help is needed!
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Copiague, NY

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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Nallely and I am a patient, reliable, and compassionate caregiver with over 7 years of experience working with children. I have worked as a babysitter, nanny, and caregiver for children with special needs. I currently work as a paraprofessional with the New York City Department of Education in Queens, where I...
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Samantha A.'s Photo

Wantagh, NY

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$18/hr
3 years experience
I'd best describe my personality as empathetic, patient, and adaptable. I find that I naturally empathize with others' emotions and situations, and have always been capable of quickly adjusting to changes. Overtime, I've cultivated patience which helps me provide compassionate and effective care. I like working with kids...
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Karime C.'s Photo

Levittown, NY

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Hello! My name is Karime. I am a 26-year-old nanny with over 5 years of childcare experience in both Colombia and the United States, including my experience as an Au Pair. I have cared for children between the ages of 1 and 10. I am CPR and First Aid certified, bilingual in English and Spanish, pet-friendly, and experienced...
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Maria M.'s Photo

Levittown, NY

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
respite care
transportation
+ 1 more
I'm kind and professional, I love taking care of people and I have helped families for many years including companion and helping people with special needs. I worked as a nurse in South America in the past, I'm quite and respectful.
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Brandon J.'s Photo

Bellmore, NY

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
Hi! My name is Brandon. I have over 2 years of experience as a Direct Support Professional, and I'm currently working as a substitute Teacher Assistant at Tiegerman Elementary, supporting students with special needs. I'm also studying Childhood Education because my goal is to become an elementary school teacher. I love working...
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Loving Patient Caregiver

Huntington Station, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Errands
companionship
hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am certified medical assistant and have BLS certification. I have experience caring for seniors ,, dementia care, and special needs. I am warm caring and compassionate. I am looking for a full time position. I offer conversation and companionship as well as hands on care for your loved ones needs.
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Part Time Caregiver Available

North Babylon, NY

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$17/hr
Personal care
dementia
I helped take care of my elderly parents, my father had dementia, along with other medical issues and my mom had some medical issues. I know how hard it is to care for your parents and your own family at the same time. I work with special needs children, which I feel gives me experience in being a caregiver.
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Brooke D.'s Photo

Huntington Station, NY

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$24/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I would make a wonderful nanny because caring for children has always been my passion. With three years of hands-on experience, I've had the opportunity to work with children of all ages, from infants to preschoolers. I spent a year in a daycare supporting little ones from birth to age 4, and I currently work as a special needs...
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Caroline M.'s Photo

Bay Shore, NY

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hi families! I've been working with children for over 9 years and absolutely love what I do. I've been a babysitter, daycare and Pre-K provider, and camp counselor, caring for kids of all ages-including newborns, toddlers, school-aged children, and teens. I also have experience working with children with special needs. I'm...
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Krystal C.'s Photo

West Babylon, NY

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$22/hr
4 years experience
I am very caring, nurturing and patient. I do well with keeping children entertained.. and I am active. I have taken care of 3 lovely children over the summer of 2022 that were the ages 6 4 and 1. I also worked with a family for a year ages 5 and 2 in 2024. I have always loved working with children, that I made the decision to...
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Farah G.'s Photo

Huntington Station, NY

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I am nursing assistant very compassionate and I also have a lot experience working with Autism kids and adults from my past job and I am still looking for more opportunities to keep growing
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Retired Teacher/substitute

Farmingdale, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have 30+ years experience from ages three through 21. I have experience in early childhood, middle school and high school regular Ed and special-needs. I also provide elder companionship. I am a certified coach in many areas. I have a lot of patience and I am very active . I have plenty of ideas to keep clients busy. Love...
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Patient, Reliable Support Professional With Extensive Special Needs Experience

Brentwood, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
Hi, I'm Alexa! I have over 10 years of experience working with children, families, and people with disabilities of all ages. Throughout my career, I've supported people with a wide range of needs and have learned the importance of patience, understanding, and meeting each person where they are. Families can count on me to be...
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Danalynn P.'s Photo

West Islip, NY

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! :) I'm Dana and I am so excited to meet your kid(s)!!! I am 20 years old and have been babysitting since I was 18. I am very energetic, active, and responsible. I will be able to connect to your children no matter their personalities, whether they are extremely shy, extremely outgoing, or anything in between :) I have been...
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Happy To Help !

Babylon, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Hello, my name is Marie. I am cleared and have been a ComHab/ Paid neighbor for the last couple of years. I am a kind, caring professional who is seeking the opportunity to support and assist others to become independent in their daily living and reach their desired valued goals. My full time 'gig' is as a Program Financial...
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Jean O.'s Photo

Hicksville, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a mom of a special needs child. I work as a special education teacher for 20 years I am very patient and willing to learn new experiences.
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Nathalie M.'s Photo

Brentwood, NY

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$15/hr
6 years experience
I enjoy working with people and most enjoy jobs where I have one-on-one interaction with others. I enjoyed taking care of elder family members and individual with special needs and would like to help others in this way. I like doing work that has the potential to make a difference in someone's life.
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