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Chaise F.

Full Time Caregiver

Medford, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
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.
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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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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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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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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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$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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Part time caregiver

Medford, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired nurse. I have experienced in pediatrics, senior care, impairments and geriatric long term care. I am looking for a part-time position that can utilize my years of nursing experience in the above areas.
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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
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 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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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
hospice services
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I have over 20Yrs of exp. W/ & W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's, Special needs and Hospice care. I can assist with all Home Care needs and Light Housekeeping. I love to cook and have always brought my clients food to taste if they are allowed. I have a Clean Drivers license as well...

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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Nanny/babysitter

Holbrook, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi there, I have two grown children of my own and can appreciate the importance of your endeavor. I work at a middle school for 10+ years helping children with special needs. I can assist with homework after school activities and play dates The school does background check so that should provide some extra peace of mind for you....

Carrie Y. says "Karen is great! She cared for our 3 kids after school. She was always on time and helped manage unpacking, homework, and helping to straighten up. We...

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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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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
hospice services
visiting physician
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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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
Carpooling
meal prep
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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Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...

Meryl B. says "I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my...

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Future Spanish Teacher

Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'm Sharon, I'm originally from Mexico, but I've been living in the USA for seven years, I'm bilingual English-Spanish. I have over 11 years of experience with kids, including special needs, CPR, Epinephrine, and First Aide Certificated. Currently I'm a Spanish teacher at a High School but I have experience with all the ages. I...

Care Member says "Sharon has cared for our 10 month old daughter for the past few months and we are so lucky to have found her! She is warm, energetic, and reliable, and...

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Moriches, NY

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, I hope you are doing well! I am seeking a summer time nannying position. I graduated from SUNY Oswego in May of 2024 with my bachelors degree in Childhood Education. I am a NYS Certified Teacher. I am currently working as a permanent substitute in an elementary school in the Patchogue Medford School District. I have been a...

Bill H. says "Madelyn came to my home and looked after my cats while I was away. She came by at least a couple of times a day to feed and check in on them. Madelyn also...

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Port Jefferson Station, 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
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
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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Special Needs Caregivers in Medford, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

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

Karen D.

Karen is great! She cared for our 3 kids after school. She was always on time and helped manage unpacking, homework, and helping to...

- Carrie Y.

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