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Part-Time Or Full Time Babysitter/Nanny Available For All Children; Specialty In Special Needs
New Hyde Park, NY
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10 years experience
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I've been caring for children from birth through mid-high school for almost 10 years. I have been a babysitter, nanny and tutor for children with special needs of all ranges of degrees, as well as with four or more children at a time.
I have an extensive resume ready for your viewing with a complete list of references. I...
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I am a certified teaching assistant, currently working towards my New York State teaching certification. I teach in a self contained classroom in a top rated school district, and I have 15 years experience as a home health care provider for persons with special needs. I have my Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education as...
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I have been abroad the past 2. 5 years dancing professionally. Before that I earned a BA at Hunter College CUNY in Kinesiology with Dance focus. I graduated with Honors and Dean's list and I attended school for free under two merit scholarships awarded to me for academic achievement. While in college, I was a Direct Support...
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I have did many babysitting jobs in my teenage years then I went on to work in classrooms as teacher's assistant. I have experience with special needs children throughout my years in classrooms
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Hi! My name is Olivia. I am 21 years old from Long Beach, Long Island. I just graduated from Hunter and am looking for a nanny position. I have been a nanny/sitter for 8 years now and have experience with twins, children of special needs, and infants as well as elementary school children. Also, I am comfortable around pets. I...
I have nine years of experience working with children in various capacities including childcare, tutoring, and directing young actors performing Shakespeare. I recently graduated college (summa cum laude) with a major in psychology and work with individuals who have suffered from traumatic brain injuries.
I enjoy spending time...
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Over the last 10+ years I have worked with children of all ages and developed experience with ABA therapy, special needs care, after school programs, summer camps, at home after school care + date nights.
I am reliable, outgoing, organized, and patient.
I have a B. A. in Psychology and currently work full time in...
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Hi my name is Taylor! I have 6 years of experience of babysitting kids, I am also a teacher aide for special needs children. I enjoy working with kids as I am a senior in college and want to pursue a career in education. I am more than comfortable with helping as much as I can such as changing, feeding, tending to children's...
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Hey there! My name is Michael, it's nice to meet you!
I'm 23 yrs old and I have over 9 years of experience caring for children in both family and group settings.
A bit about me:
- I was a babysitter and barber for a child with special needs for 2 years. Time with him included homework, activities, haircuts, and meals as...
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10 years experience·
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I have watched kids from newborns to 12 years old. I have very good experience with kids. I can prepare meals and I also very creative. I get along with kids very well. I am CPR certified. I am fingerprinted as well. I work with people who have special needs/developmental disabilities as well. I am very good with newborns and I...
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10 years experience·
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Hi parents! My name is Sophia, and I'm looking for a family to connect with! I've been working with children since about my freshman year of high school which already feels like forever ago. I worked closely with the special education department at my high school and helped to create a theatre program specifically for students...
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I am a reliable, positive, and patient person. I have been a teacher's aide for the past year at a special needs school. I have also been working with children at summer camps from ages 5-10 for the past six years. I am a college student with plenty of availability. With me, your child will be in a safe and secure environment. I...
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Hi! I'm a passionate and patient caregiver with several years of experience working with children, including those with special needs. I take pride in creating a safe, supportive, and fun environment where every child feels heard and valued. I'm experienced with a variety of needs and routines, and I always approach caregiving...
Ability to move, good experience all ages. Currently working in Hospital. Good references. I can drive anywhere.
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...
My name is Clare and I am a freshman at the University of Scranton and I am studying Occupational Therapy. I am looking to help families out while I am home on my summer break. I am available anytime from Memorial Day until July, when I begin my job working as a counselor at Camp Anchor. I will also be available for afternoon or...
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I'm a Mom of three adult children ages 31, 28 & 25. I have worked in the Hewlett/Valley Stream school districts for 20 years in grades 2-5. I also have experience working with children with special needs. I do understand their needs and limits. I have worked with children from 1. 5 years old to 14 years old. I am mom, so I have...
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I have over 15+ years of experience with kids from newborn to teens including special needs. I have my CDA, fingerprinted and am CPR certified. References available upon request!
Hi there! My name is Natalia and I'm 25 years old. I have about 7 years of paid experience with children 3 of which I worked with kids that have developmental disabilities.
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I have worked with special needs kids and know how to deal with behaviors and meltdowns. I have experience with feeding, changing, playing and taking care of kids with special needs! Ask me if you have any questions.
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