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Kadijah B.'s Photo

Medford, NY

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Iam out going and a patient person . iam a hard worker. I love to help others and caring for them as much as needed. I love to keep people smiling and happy. My full time job is working with adults/children with disabilities , Iam reliable caring person , I love what I do as long as the person iam helping is happy iam happy.
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Medford, NY

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$20/hr
5 years experience
My name is Cherry-Ann and am a hard-working person friendly and I am caring loving and I take great pride in my skills include feeding cleaning showering, and ensure that honestly professionalism willing to go beyond and Above for my job.
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My Bio

Medford, NY

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$18/hr
5 years experience
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....
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Medford, NY

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$17/hr
4 years experience
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...
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Erin C.'s Photo

Medford, NY

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$16/hr
I have some experience with special needs but am a very attentive person and have spent years caring for children.
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Exceptional Experienced Sitter Available

Oakdale, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
I have recent experience providing child care for children and special needs kids. I enjoyed playing games, arts & crafts, providing meals and transportation to various activities. I am dog friendly and able to tidy up and help with homework. In the past I have volunteered at church working in both the nursery and teaching...

Andrea I. says "Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with my family....

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Part Time Caregiver

Ridge, NY

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
I'm a mother of two with a passion for working with individuals with special needs. I'm currently searching for a part time job during the week. I have three years of experience working with adults with disabilities in a group home setting, and seven months in community habilitation with the agency FREE. Recently I've started...
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Nesconset, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
companionship
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 20 yrs exp. Working W&W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's, Special needs, Hospice care and more. I can assist w/all Home Care needs & Light Housekeeping. I am a great cook (had a catering business ) love to feed my clients. Clean Drivers license as well as a clean background...

Care Member says "Elise is so kind, patient, trustworthy and reliable. She currently taking amazing care of my parents and they look forward to her visits. So happy to...

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Patchogue, NY

5.0(0)
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$21/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently working at a school with students that have Autism. I currently work with 10 years old students, but I have experience with ages younger and older as well. I am working towards my teaching license here in NJ. I have previous experience from working with adults with disabilities. I love caring for and supporting...
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Retired School Teacher

Mount Sinai, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am a retired elementary school teacher. I am CPR/AED certified. I taught a Pre-K readiness program and designed a Pre-K music and arts curriculum. I have experience with special needs children. I am also a CNA and Geriatric Specialist. I am experienced in private and institutional settings. I offer child care, and companion /...

Liz B. says " I absolutely love Felicia! She has been such a big help to our family. My daughter always looks forward to seeing Felicia every week. We trust her very...

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Part-time Care Giver

Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
visiting physician
hospice services
Ive had about a year or 2 of caring for seniors and also children with special needs. I love helping people and I enjoy being part of ones life in need. I'm responsible and a compassionate person.

Emil R. says "Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be...

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Moriches, NY

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm Karen. I'm looking for a full-time caregiver position supporting individuals with special needs, but I'm open to part-time as well. I have over 15 years of experience working with people with cerebral palsy, autism, and other developmental challenges. I help with daily living tasks, medication management, and social...
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Companion Care/ Home Care Available

Oakdale, NY

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
I'm an experienced caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and adults and able to assist with ADLs and some occupational therapy as well. I enjoy helping to make peoples lives less stressful and more enjoyable. I am first aid and CPR certified I've been in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have extensive...
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Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
Hello my name is Gabby, I am a junior in college! I have been a caretaker for young children from the ages of 0-12. I also worked at playgroups summer camp as a counselor for children ages 2-8. My brother also had special needs as a toddler so I also have lots of experience in this area. I am also in the honors program at USJ...

Geoff P. says "Gabby watched our son this past july/August and was really good with him. We were sorry to see her go back to school so soon. We'd highly recommend her to...

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Felicia C.'s Photo

Mount Sinai, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired teacher who has also worked as a volunteer for many years and also as a teacher. Helping those with special needs is a gift. We all have special things that make us unique. Helping a person with special needs reach their fullest potential is what I feel good about doing. I have extensive experience working with...
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Looking To Gain More Experience With Babies And Younger Children

Centereach, NY

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$13/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
I currently work as a caregiver to special needs adults I use to work with children and would love to again. I would consider myself a kind caring person whose responsible and mature. I'm a creative type of person and my favorite hobby is learning new hobbies and teaching others. I know how to crochet, sew, paint/face paint,...
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Available Weekdays And Or Weekends For When Parents Have To Go To Work Or Go Out.

Middle Island, NY

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$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
Experienced child care with 2 young boys, 1 with special needs. I have a full time job managing a business. I attend school daily. I am currently in college looking forward to get my degree in social work.
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Centereach, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hi my names Tori and here's a little about me. I'm a nurturing, responsible, and patient caregiver with a true love for working with children. As a mom of two boys, I understand how important it is to have someone you can fully trust with your kids. I also have experience working in a school setting, which has helped me support...
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Kristina C.'s Photo

Blue Point, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have many years of experience in childcare. I worked at a special needs preschool for four years as well as done individual child care since I can remember. I am a very compassionate person, as well as patient. I am that type of person who isn't afraid of getting dirty, loves arts and crafts and is very imaginative. I have...
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Middle Island, NY

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I have babysat for many family friends over the years of all ages. I also have experience with special needs children from working summer camps at a school, NSSA. I have teaching experience and the required degrees.
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  • The average posted rate is $17.00/hr as of October 2026

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Wendy M.

Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with...

- Andrea I.

Elise H.

Elise is so kind, patient, trustworthy and reliable. She currently taking amazing care of my parents and they look forward to her visits....

- Care member

Felicia C.

I absolutely love Felicia! She has been such a big help to our family. My daughter always looks forward to seeing Felicia every week. We...

- Liz B.

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