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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Medford, NY
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years
Special needs caregivers in Medford, NY
Kristina V.
Medford, NY
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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Worked in the special needs field. Love kids and known to be the babysitter for all the younger kids in my family. Willing to help around the house as well as watch the kids. Very family oriented person and willing to make your family part of that!
5.0
"Kristina was an excellent child care provider for our family. She was so amazing with our children! They responded so well to her. We never worried when we were at work that our kids were in good hands. She was...
Reviewed by Joan L.
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Hello! I taught English part time at local colleges for 20 years, and my children are grown. Both have high functioning autism and I am familiar with behavior plans, IEP process, etc. I am kind, patient, educated, fit and mature. I love to sit on the floor and play games and make crafts and be outdoors. I will tidy up without...
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I have always love helping and working with people in all aspect.
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I have been a special education assistant teacher for 2. 5 years. Recently graduated, I am looking to continue my work with children while becoming a certified life coach, to help families and children. Special needs care available.
Kiarra W.
Medford, NY
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hi ! I am a 20-year-old female who loves to help others. I have a big heart. I am focused, organized, hardworking, optimistic, and so much more. I am able to always put my best foot forward, I am always looking to learn, I retain information rather quickly, I always do my best to tackle the task at hand. I have had many jobs...
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My name Cassandra W., I have been working for Eastern Suffolk Boces for 5 years, and children are my absolute passion. I work at an elementary school and work with children with autism, ADHD, aspergers, behavioral, etc.. I am very energetic, very positive, uplifting, enjoy what I do. I take care of children like they are my own....
Chelsea M.
Medford, NY
$24-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
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Hello, I'm Chelsea!
I have been working in this field for about 9 years. Presently, I work in a children's residence and currently entered my last year at Adelphis graduate social work program.
Within my 9 years of experience, I've had the opportunity to gain many hands on experience, working with children; children with...
Ciara L.
Medford, NY
$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I am 22 yers old and a dedicated hard worker. I am PCA certified. I am AMAP, SCIP, and CPR/ first aid certified. I worked for 2 non profit agencies assisting individuals with special needs including MH, PD, as well behavioral. I worked as a DSP for 2 years at ADD and 2 years at IGHL as a DHS/DCC. I Love helping others make the...
Yanci B.
Medford, NY
$17-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi! Im a very caring and loving person, patient and approximately 8 years of caring experience. Starting with my Siblings and my families children. Before becoming a medical assistant I was a teacher aide in a special needs preschool for 2 years. I will care for your child as if they were mine. With my skills and experience, I...
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Last job was caring for 5mo. old girl till present date. parents moved out of town. Guided special needs children in kitchen of nursing home for a year. Am presently employed at The Learning Experience as an asst. teacher. Taking care of children from newborns to 4yrs. old.
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I have experience caring for children 3mos old to 12yrs old. I have nannied as well as worked in a daycare teaching toddlers. I currently work with special needs going on 4 years now so I am CPR certified as well as skilled in meal prep & behaviors. Also very flexible :)
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I started babysitting at the age of 14 up until the age of 18. Aside from babysitting, my first real job in child care was at a children's play facility where I worked birthday parties and watched for the safety of the children while in the facility. Last summer I started at Just Kids Special Needs Preschool as a Teachers...
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I started out as a home health aid over 12 years ago. I am currently a LPN. I absolutely love caring for others. I've worked with so many different individuals with different stories including senior, children and those with special needs. But facilities and/or communities arent the right fit for me. There arent many things I...
Nancy T.
Medford, NY
$23-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I am a caregiver by nature have worked with children and young adults with special needs (mild-severe) for almost 10 years in school and home settings. One of those years I had a great opportunity to work with an elderly woman who needed assistance in all aspects toileting, walking, bathing, cooking and cleaning among other...
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Ititah W.
Medford, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have been working in the field of personal care since I acquired my nursing assistant certification in 1995. I have worked as a direct care counselor in a developmentally disabled setting. My passion is assisting people, I love to take care of people.
5.0
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I'm 44yr old widow no children I have worked as a nurses aide for some years and recently in the last 17 years I have worked with adults with special needs and adults with schizophrenia/bipolar disorders, Good companion.
5.0
"She's a very good hard worker very dependable always on time"
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Clarissa R.
Coram, NY
$22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! Thank you for viewing my profile. My name is Clarissa and I am 23 with 6+ years of babysitting experience. I have a BS and MS degree in Biomedical Engineering. I am very patient, compassionate, and responsible with children. I have experience with babies, toddlers, and special needs children. I love the outdoors, art and...
5.0
"Clarissa watched my two young (2.5 years and 13months old) children for a long evening so my husband and I could attend an event. She was flexible and booked last minute, thoughtful about how my kids would...
Reviewed by Julie M.
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Dedicated and loyal Companion/Caregiver. I know first hand the importance of maintaining peace of mind knowing that someone caring and compassionate is taking care of a loved one. Over 20 years personal and professional experience. Caring for my own family members, including dementia, hospice, and end of life care. Over 20 years...
5.0
"Highly professional
Great personality
Hard working "
Reviewed by Sharon Q.
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I am an experienced child care provider and member of child care council. I have cared for, educated, and nurtured children ranging from 6 months to 13 years.
I provided a loving stable, safe environment where the children were treated as family, and trusted respectful relationships were developed with parents.
I have experience...
5.0
"Kathy is great with kids. She knows how to keep them engaged and knows how to structure the day to keep them busy."
Reviewed by Dawn C.
Alexandra B.
Selden, NY
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi Parents! Outgoing & Energetic 34 Year Old Professional Caregiver
5.0
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**I am available for Night Nanny work for Newborns/Infants as I will be getting my Newborn Care Certification this year.**
Professional Nanny/Sitter with 25+ years of experience working with children of every age from Newborns to Teens & children with special needs & allergens. I'm a mom myself to a wonderful 12 yr old girl and...
5.0
"Alexandra was great! Punctual, responsible, communicative, and wonderful with the kids. They "love her times 100" :)"
Reviewed by Lauren T.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Medford, NY
Kristina V.
5.0
Kristina was an excellent child care provider for our family. She was so amazing with our children! They responded so well to her. We never worried when we were at work that our kids were in good hands. She was always on time, dependable, polite, and caring. She has a great attitude, and always left...
- Joan L.
Chynel W.
5.0
I like how sweet she was and well spoken.very experienced with my needs as well.she was very caring to me
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Clarissa R.
5.0
Clarissa watched my two young (2.5 years and 13months old) children for a long evening so my husband and I could attend an event. She was flexible and booked last minute, thoughtful about how my kids would react to a new person, and prompt in her communication leading up to the job. She was on time...
- Julie M.
Kelly M.
5.0
Cared for my great aunt for several years. Took care of errands, laundry, and meals. Watched TV with her as well as played cards and assisted with her walking periodically as she was wheelchair bound (which I have to say lit up my aunts eyes like you wouldn't believe). My aunt saw her as a friend...
- Adam S.
Kathleen H.
5.0
Kathy treats my son and daughter as if they were her own, and after she picks them up from school, she plans all sorts of activities to keep them engaged. She helps out with homework and gets the kids through their nightly routine as well. I highly recommend Kathy!
- Wasim A.
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