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Emily P.
Manhasset, NY
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm Emily, a 20-year-old college student majoring in psychology and early childhood education. Growing up as the oldest of 5 kids and having a brother on the autism spectrum, I've developed a deep understanding and patience for caring for children, especially those with special needs. With years of experience babysitting...
Alina S.
Manhasset, NY
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I'm an experienced caregiver and health aide and am able to provide services, such as giving medicine, feeding, bathing, and dressing and exercising of disabled people.
I worked for a person, who had a stroke and used mechanical lifts and did tube feeding. I am willing to work during night or day. I have a car and pretty good...
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Hi! My name is Samantha and I am currently going into my junior year at Penn State University! I am enrolled in the School Of Education, majoring in Special Education, with a minor in Rehabilitation and Human Services. In 2019, I worked at a Day Camp as a one on one counselor with varying children whom live with a variety of...
Emily P.
Manhasset, NY
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm Emily, a 20-year-old college student majoring in psychology and early childhood education. As the oldest of 5 kids and having a brother on the autism spectrum, I've developed a deep understanding and patience for caring for children, especially those with special needs. With years of experience babysitting since the age...
Sarah W.
Manhasset, NY
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I like working with kids because of the bonds that I am able to form with them. I also love being able to learn from their unique perspective on the world and I ultimately find so much joy in spending time with them.
I started working with individuals with special needs when I was 14 years old and have been ever since. I also...
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I enjoy assisting my older neighbors on my block by running errands when needed. I am truly amazed by what I have learned by just listening to what they wish to discuss. I am also pretty handy with tools and can help or complete tasks required around a house. Currently, I provide services for: General Senior Care Services,...
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.
Adriana O.
Mineola, NY
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi! My name is Adriana I am 22 years old studying pre-med. I am a very outgoing and caring person. I have four younger siblings that I would take care of on a daily basis. I also worked at a summer camp in the summer of 2018. Additionally I volunteered for a program that was once a week that allowed me to work one on one with...
5.0
"Adriana solely cared for our daughter from 3 months old to 11 months old. It is not easy to find the right fit when looking for a nanny for your new born! Luckily, Adriana saved the day and applied to our...
Reviewed by Kristina F.
Julieta C.
Franklin Square, NY
$23-25/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
5.0
"Julieta is the absolute best! She has added a positive, warm and calming energy to our home for almost 2 years now. She has cared for our 3 children as if they were her own, and it's meant the world to us. Our...
Reviewed by Trish D.
5.0
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Hello, I am a loving mother of 2. Author of children's books- looking for full time. ASAP
I have over 20 years experience with preemies, newborns, twins, triplets, and 5 years working in schools for special needs children.
I am successful with potty training. CPR certified and comfortable with pets.
I have a genuine love...
5.0
"I spoke with Debbie once or twice. She was on the top of our hire list after looking/interviewing about 30 people. Our schedules didn't line up but she was the best interview by far. I will be keeping in touch...
Reviewed by Marilena J.
5.0
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I have 20 years EXPERIENCE and TRAINING working with Special Needs Children, I am Gentle and Affectionate, and I have raised two Special Needs children of my own. I am patient and skilled in Medication Administration, CPR, Crisis Intervention, and handling other Emergencies I have a natural rapport with children, and require...
5.0
"Iris has watched our 2.5 year old several times now, and has been wonderful. Iris has been very flexible and accommodating, and more importantly, our daughter adores her--she continues to talk about all the fun...
Reviewed by Meghan M.
Maryann L.
Whitestone, NY
$40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
5.0
"Dependable and punctual, and just a decent human being"
Reviewed by David R.
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.
Drita V.
New Hyde Park, NY
$35-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
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Professional and personal 10 years plus experience with people in special needs, different age as well as diagnosis.
CPR/ FIRST AID , PCT and HHA certified. Drive and have my own car. Looking forward to discuss your needs and give me a chance to make a difference with you/your loved one. Great references upon request. Thank...
5.0
"Drita has been a huge help to our family. Not only is she very knowledgeable in elder/dementia care (teaching us so much along the way), she is kind and patient. Her helping has given my father some much...
Reviewed by Laura C.
5.0
(1)
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I've worked many years at a school called Shema Kolainu (meaning, Hear our Voices in Hebrew). I mostly worked with children in the spectrum, but I worked with children of all needs.
5.0
"I have to thank Care for your service! Because of Care, I found Amanda, and I now have someone great to help my children with their school work! Amanda is AMAZING! My children love her so much, she's fun and so...
Reviewed by Riley C.
Shenelle S.
Rosedale, NY
$17-31/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, I'm a very caring and patient person how have 10+ years of experience and 5y with special needs.
5.0
(2)
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I would like to take the opportunity to state my strong interest in caring for elder, special needs, nanny and babysitter. I am a reliable, calm, confident and an organized individual with experience such as part-time, full-time and live-in capacities caregiver. Currently, I am fully available. I live a smoke-free and drug-free...
5.0
"Althea was very accommodating and has an excellent background. She was punctual, and knowledgeable in her field. Our needs changed so we were unable to hire her, but she will certainly be a wonderful asset to...
Reviewed by Julieta F.
5.0
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During my community service in High School, I volunteered at an Elementary as an after-school care helper. I helped care for kids with Special Needs and, on a regular basis, every day I would assist in caring for a class of 20 kids ranging in age from 5 to 7 years old kids. I totally loved the experience of sharing in their fun...
5.0
"Maribel is helping us with house cleaning and childcare once per week. We have known her for almost 2 years now and we couldn't have been happier with her. She is very meticulous in her work always leaving the...
Reviewed by Nikoletta V.
Donatella S.
Glen Oaks, NY
$30-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, my name is Donatella. I'm active, dependable & mature with experience caring for children of varying ages. I also have experience with children with special needs. My responsibilities have included toddler care, driving children to/from school, play dates, appointments, overseeing homework and reading time, preparing meals,...
5.0
"Donatella has every attribute that you are looking for. reliable, understanding, caring, friendly, punctual, hands on.
My children loved her from the moment she stepped into our home (and my littlest is not...
Reviewed by Krissy G.
Deborah E.
New Rochelle, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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Hi parents. I have been a professional local nanny for years. I have excellent references upon request. I have experience with newborns on up. I also have experience with special needs children. I am 57 years old and a single mother of two young adults. My daughter is a teacher and my son is a carpenter. I am honest, reliable,...
5.0
"Debbie is a fantastic caregiver for our little one. She started when he was just over 10 months old. From the very beginning she read to him, played with him, was able to help feed him (and more importantly,...
Reviewed by Andrew B.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Manhasset, NY
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.
Adriana O.
5.0
Adriana solely cared for our daughter from 3 months old to 11 months old. It is not easy to find the right fit when looking for a nanny for your new born! Luckily, Adriana saved the day and applied to our listing. We interviewed her before the baby was born and she reliably remained available until...
- Kristina F.
Julieta C.
5.0
Julieta was wonderful with our 1 year old. She is great with kids and very dependable.
- Voki S.
Debbie C.
5.0
Debbie was loving toward the children, great with them, spent the time doing activities with them, baking with them. She was also an excellent cook. The children loved her. We were very sorry to see her go. She is very trustworthy and always on time. I highly recommend her.
- Laura C.
Iris D.
5.0
Our family was blessed to have Ms.Iris for a year.we appreciate all the love she put into watching my son.I could have not done it without her support especially through covid. Ms.Iris has become part of our family.My son needed someone he could engage with and some one who communicated with him.My...
- Abigail S.
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