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Alexandra O.

Part-Time Summer Babysitter Available

Rockville Centre, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
My name is Alexandra and I am a Speech Language Pathologist in an educationally based setting. While growing up, I've had many jobs, which required caring for children. These jobs included being a counselor at both sleep away and day camp and babysitting for multiple families with children of all ages. Throughout my graduate...

Melissa G. says "I have used Alexandra for childcare for my special needs son who is almost 4 years old. She is punctual, reliable, and great with kids. I highly...

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Marjorie H.

Part Time Babysitting

East Meadow, NY

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
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
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Adriana O.

Mineola, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Adriana. I am 24 years old and studying pre-med. I am a very outgoing and caring person. I have four younger siblings that I would take care of on a daily basis. I also worked at a summer camp in the summer of 2018. Additionally, I volunteered for a program that was once a week that allowed me to work one on one...

Kristina F. says "Adriana solely cared for our daughter from 3 months old to 11 months old. It is not easy to find the right fit when looking for a nanny for your new...

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Lisa F.

Full Time Nanny

Oceanside, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi, my name is Lisa. I Have two grown sons ages 27 and 31. I have 25 years experience working with children ages newborn through -12 and have worked with special needs children/ teens as well . Children and animals have always been my passion so no worries if you do have pets as I love them. I am a very loving , caring ,...

Kylie L. says "Lisa is absolutely AMAZING! I loved having her watch my son. She is kind, energetic, and very attentive to your child and their needs. She showed up early...

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Monica S.

Glen Cove, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
Hi my name is Monica. I am interested for a job, where I would help the family with the house,senior companion care, organizing laundry, special needs, assistant each other with responsibility. I am punctual, flexible, responsible, I have 10 years experience and I have good references. If you want to know more about me, please...

Dana M. says "Monica cared for my 94 year old Dad both at home and in Rehab. She is very reliable, caring and most of all a hands-on take charge caretaker. My Dad loves...

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Linda M.

Compassionate Nanny

Glen Cove, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Travel
I have lots of experience with great abilities. I am very detailed, punctual, take directions well, a team player and fun to be with. I am very passionate in caring for others and helping out. My responsibilities to your child would be the overall care, monitor feedings, diapers, logs, soothing, sleep train, can be flexible,...

Hana B. says "She was wonderful with my 2 children. She definitely was part of our family. She taught me things about my newborn that if she was not around I probably...

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Renee O.

Experienced Always Available Childcare in Queens With All Hours, Including Full Time and Part-Time Hours.

Rosedale, NY

4.5(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I owned and operated a day care business for 13 years. The day care was operated on a full time basis at my home. I am kind, patient, and loving enough to care for children with special needs.

Care Member says "Awesome lady, enjoyed Renee very much "

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Juana P.

Port Washington, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as flexible, and understanding. I like working with kids because they're fun, easy going and super cute, I started working with children when I was 21 years old with my own family and friends. I had my son at the age of 23, Now I'm 33 years old and my son is 10 ( best years of my life ). With the time...

Amanda Z. says "Juana has been working with us for several months. She is extremely responsible in caring for both our 1 1/2 year old and 5 year. She is active,...

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Suzanne S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Bellmore, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Suzanne, but you can call me Suzie! I work FT as a MICA Recovery Program Supervisor, supporting adults w/ Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders. I'm trained in crisis prevention, CPR, Mental Health First Aid, & more-so safety & well-being are always my top priorities. I spent 4 years as a Level II Child...

Daniel S. says "Suszi was great my kids loved her she was on time very responsible and trustworthy. We would definitely hire her again. Thank u Suezi! "

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Nadia G.

Caregiver With 21 Plus Years Experience In The Industry Seeks New Position.

Jamaica, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
I have a natural instinct and understanding of children I help them to thrive I have taken care of children newborns to age20 plus years professionally since 1998 and I am a proud I am experienced knowledgeable intelligent kind respectful, punctual . I have tons of newborns /infants to school age experience . I have twin...

Lisha H. says "We were extremely lucky to find Nadia who has been our son's nanny for more than a year (from age 5 months to 18 months). As a first time parent returning...

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Sarah L.

Fresh Meadows, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! My name's Sarah , I'm 20 years old and currently in my 3rd year of undergraduate studies at St. John's University and going to be pursuing law school soon. I've been babysitting for about 5 years now, I work well with special needs children and have a 6-year-old autistic brother I take care of. I'm very passionate,...

Mike W. says "We hired Sarah to take care of our children for a week while our regular sitter was out of town. We have a 5 year old and a 2 year old. Sarah came to our...

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Patricia O.

Nanny, Driver, Have Special Needs Experience

Merrick, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
I am currently a Part-time Special Ed. teacher's Aide. I have been working in the School District for 22 years. Along with that I have worked for 2 families, caring for their children. I drove and picked them up from school, stayed with them till their parents came home, and also drove them to different functions. The second...
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Julieta C.

Franklin Square, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hi!! I have been a childcare provider for many years, I love children dearly, I think they're the best!! I have worked with a special needs child, in a day care center, and in private homes with infants, toddlers, preescholers and elementary school children. I'm an honest, loving, responsable and energetic person. I'm also...

Su P. says "Julieta was our nanny for over a year. My daughter absolutely loved her and had so much fun doing activities together. I would definitely recommend her. She...

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Danielle I.

Caregiver/House Manager

Elmont, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I am a very compassionate, caring, reliable and trustworthy person. The uniqueness about myself is I have friends of ALL AGES and very easy to get along with!! I realized for myself after caring for individuals and families, it takes a certain kind of personality and patience to do this work. I first got into this field by...

Kristen D. says "We have worked and are still working with Danielle going on 2+ years. She has become part of our family. She is able to handle shopping, errand...

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Rukminie P.

Part- Time/fulltime

Flushing, NY

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
why am I passionate about caring for your joy in life, because it brings me joy to see their little eye lite up. I understand that kids just need attention, and I am very good at paying attention to them at all time.

Laura R. says "Anyone would be very lucky to have Rukminie look after their child or children. I'm a special education teacher, and mom of 3 young girls. I've been...

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Caroline K.

Fun And Caring Sitter!

Garden City, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have babysat and coached lacrosse for the past 6 years for children up to the ages of 11. I have also worked with special needs in the Best Buddies and Respite program at my church all throughout middle school and high school! I have a car and clean driving record! I don't just sit there but I engage and ensure the kids are...

Amy W. says "Caroline is one of the most amazing babysitters I have ever worked with! She is so professional and my kids LOVED her! I would recommend Caroline to anyone!"

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Sushiela B.

Franklin Square, NY

4.2(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
I've always had a passion for caring for children, and with 20 years of experience as a childcare provider, I know I can create a safe and nurturing environment for your child. I have extensive experience with children of all ages, from newborns to preteens. My previous roles have allowed me to work with children with special...

Care Member says "Sushiela (Liz) has been with my family for 3 years and has been amazing with my daughter (6) and son (4). Since my work schedule is hectic, Sushiela...

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Debra S.

Need Help?

Levittown, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
I have been a Nanny for over 16 years with experience with infants to teens. The past 5 years I have also worked with a high functioning Austic boy who was 13 when I started. I got him from bus after school and kept him busy till aid arrived.. we did puzzles.. games.. talked about his day.
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Juana P.

Port Washington, NY

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Hello! My name is Juana. I describe myself as compassionate, outgoing, flexible and understanding individual. I have one year of experience working with adults individuals with special needs and 13 years working with kids with special needs. I specialize in providing personalized care to help those I work with live more...
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Maria M.

Levittown, NY

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I'm kind and professional, I love taking care of people and I have helped families for many years including companion and helping people with special needs. I worked as a nurse in South America in the past, I'm quite and respectful.
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Alexandra O.

I have used Alexandra for childcare for my special needs son who is almost 4 years old. She is punctual, reliable, and great with kids. I...

- Melissa G.

Adriana O.

Adriana solely cared for our daughter from 3 months old to 11 months old. It is not easy to find the right fit when looking for a nanny for...

- Kristina F.

Lisa F.

Lisa is absolutely AMAZING! I loved having her watch my son. She is kind, energetic, and very attentive to your child and their needs. She...

- Kylie L.

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