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I have 10 years experience working with children with different special needs. I have a true passion for working with our youngest learners!! Helping each child progress in all areas of their development including academic, social, language, and motor is a challenge that I am honored to accept daily. I strive to create a...
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I have my Masters of Science in Students with Disabilities. I have had over 10 years of experience with children and teens with special needs. For the past 10 years I have been an Activities Specialist at a local special education program on Long Island. In this program, provide children and teens with special needs and...
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Special Education Teacher with over 10 years of experience available to babysit in my home. As a mother of three grown children, I understand the responsibility of taking care of another child. Your child will be safe and cared for in my home.
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Hello! My name is Darling and I have 5 years of experience working with kids with special needs, especially with kids with autism. I used to work in a center for kids with autism and I have also worked as a 1-1 aide for families. I'm very patient, understanding and I love to apply my knowledge but at the same time I understand...
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Hello! My name is Mayra and I have 10 years of experience as a caregiver for seniors and kids/adults with special needs. I have a lot of experience working with kids with autism especially. Because I've been in this field for so long I understand that each kid is different and unique in their own way so I love to apply my...
Carolyn G.
Massapequa Park, NY
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
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I worked at an autism center in Philadelphia
I love getting to meet different kiddos and their families
Its hard work but one of the most rewarding jobs ever!
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Hi! I seem like a great fit for your family and needs! I have 4-5 years of experience caring for children along with children with special needs. Let me know if you'd like to set up a time to call!
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Hi! I'm Kate, an early childhood special education graduate student. I have 5 years of experience caring for children. I have 1 year experience as a lead toddler teacher at a daycare (ages 18months-3years.) Along with providing safe care and supervision, I can also plan and execute educational yet engaging activities and games...
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I have experience taking care of children who have special needs. I have taken care of brothers who both have autism, who were 8 and 10 years old. I have then babysit for another boy with autism who was 12 when I started babysitting for him and is now 15. I also took care of a set of twins and their older brother who when I...
Mayra B.
Massapequa Park, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi there! My name is Mayra and I'm looking for a new family to take care of their most beloved ones. I understand Kids are the most precious and important members a family can have therefore I understand the affection, time, attention and patience that is required. The energy that kids transmit to me is like no other, so full of...
Dawn P.
Bethpage, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
5.0
"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 been dependable and my kids always feel safe when they are...
Reviewed by Jennifer L.
Nadia E.
Baldwin, NY
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, My name is Nadia. I am currently a student at Molloy College studying biology. I am 21 years old and have experience taking care of individuals with special needs. I can provide references if you would like. I have my own transportation due to the fact that I commute to school. If you ever need me I just ask that you let me...
5.0
"We hired Nadia last minute to watch our two boys, she was friendly, personable, and great with our kids! She was also very flexible with timing. Would highly recommend!"
Reviewed by Alexis C.
Doreen T.
Amityville, NY
$25-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello everyone! My name is Doreen, I am 61 years old. I am a mother of three children that range from the ages 16to 34. I have worked in an elementary school for 16+ years as a cafeteria monitor and love my job! I am very experienced in childcare having been a mother for the past 34 years and working in a school. Working in a...
5.0
"Doreen worked for us last year and she was simply amazing. My daughter (2 years old) is very selective with the people who she interacts to and she immediately connected with her. Always punctual, reliable,...
Reviewed by Claudia C.
Alexa F.
Massapequa, NY
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
5.0
"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 babysitter and she has been working for us for the past 4...
Reviewed by Carrie L.
Kayla C.
Copiague, NY
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello my name is Kayla. A little about me I'm outgoing, caring, with a lot of patience. Most of all I can be trusted, I am respectful. I am currently 21 years old, I'm a CNA in the state of NYS as well a DSP, I have experience with child care, geriatric age care, as well as experience with mentally challenged and/or with...
Gessie P.
Hicksville, NY
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, my name is Gessie. Working with kids is my passion! I have extensive experience working with children of various ages. I volunteered for a year at my church's school as an aide in nursery and Pre K classes (ages 3-5). I spent six years as a catechist at my church teaching religious education to first graders. I have had...
5.0
"Extremely dependable, soft spoken, my son enjoys his time with her. She has no problem with my dog or with the therapists that come in to the house for my son. She was willing to work late and covered me for a...
Reviewed by Rob L.
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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...
5.0
"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 the house more often than I'd like, I needed someone I...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
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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
Nigeria W.
Uniondale, NY
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Over 20 years experience working with people
Diagnosed with Intellectual Disabilities, CP, Seizure Disorder, and Autism.
Rachel B.
North Babylon, NY
$22-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver For All Ages, Special Needs, And Pets!
5.0
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Hi Parents! My name is Rachel. I'm 28. I am fully vaccinated against COVID19. I am located in North Babylon. I have over 10 years experience working with kids aged newborn-teen. I have experience with special needs children and adults. I do not mind helping with small household chores, pets, and driving. I currently work full...
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"Rachel is very experienced, and it shows in how she interacts with children of different ages! She seems to genuinely enjoy engaging with children, and is **HIGHLY** trustworthy. I can't recommend her enough,...
Reviewed by Alice N.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Massapequa Park, NY
Dawn P.
5.0
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 been dependable and my kids always feel safe when they are with her. She has watched my daughter when she was about one twice a week while I was at...
- Jennifer L.
Nadia E.
5.0
We hired Nadia last minute to watch our two boys, she was friendly, personable, and great with our kids! She was also very flexible with timing. Would highly recommend!
- Alexis C.
Doreen T.
5.0
Doreen is absolutely fantastic! She is a very kind and respectful woman who takes the safety of children as her number one priority. My husband and I were never worried or remotely concerned for our children safety while they were in her care. Doreen was always punctual and showed up with a smile...
- Care member
Alexa F.
5.0
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 babysitter and she has been working for us for the past 4 years. Alexa puts her heart into her job and both of my daughters adore her (ages 10 and...
- Carrie L.
Gessie P.
5.0
Extremely dependable, soft spoken, my son enjoys his time with her. She has no problem with my dog or with the therapists that come in to the house for my son. She was willing to work late and covered me for a night out as well.
- Rob L.
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