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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Oakdale, NY
The average rate is $25/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years
Special needs caregivers in Oakdale, NY
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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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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...
5.0
"Wendy was with our family for 5 years. She started watching my children from the ages of 3 & 5 and now they are 8 & 10. She is extremely punctual, dependable and responsible. She was great with my children in...
Reviewed by Meredith F.
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I have been working with kids for over 10 years and have 3 of my own! I have experience with newborns, toddlers, kids and teens. I have worked with special needs, multiples and twins and have many references. I am patient, reliable, caring and kind. I absolutely love any and all babies and kids! I am flexible and willing to work...
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"Jackie was on-time, enthusiastic, and sweet with the baby. We felt very comfortable leaving our son with her, and would definitely use this service again. She was excellent. Very warm and set our hearts at ease...
Reviewed by Tae F.
Amanda M.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$10-15/hr
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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...
5.0
"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 special needs son."
Reviewed by Meryl B.
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Hello, I am David. I've worked with autistic kids and young adults at DDI for 2 years in the past. I've also worked with pediatric cancer patients for over 15 years and served as camp director for pediatric cancer patients and siblings. I am a NYS EMT, volunteer firefighter, retired police officer but chef by trade. I have...
5.0
"David is caring, helpful and funny. He treats the patient with respect and understanding. He is the first caretaker we hired and I believe we got very lucky and hope future caretakers are as great as he is."
Reviewed by Elena C.
Jessica R.
Holbrook, NY
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter With 15 Years Of Experience. Certified Teacher With Experience Working With Special Needs Population.
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I am a substitute teacher and neighborhood babysitter with 15 years of experience working with children of all ages including special needs. I love arts and crafts projects and reading books. I have references available upon request. I also love pets.
Jaime S.
Smithtown, NY
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver Until Summer Then I Can Go Full-Time Lifeguard Also
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My qualifications:
-I've been a part-time babysitter since 2009 from ages 3-12.
-I did full time babysitting last summer, ages 4-12.
-I have experienced in babysitting special needs children.
-I have been a certified lifeguard since 2010, also I am certified in CPR for all ages, certified in AED and First Aid. I student teach...
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"Jaime applied to our summer child care job and came to meet the family in person. She was absolutely lovely! She called the day of the interview to confirm, showed up on time and bonded with our kids very...
Reviewed by Shawna A.
Lily M.
Smithtown, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Loving, & Reliable Babysitter With Over 10 Years Experience
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For over the past 19 years, working in daycare & being a nanny, I have worked with babies and children from the tender young age of 6 weeks to energetic, vibrant 12 years old. I have my bachelors degree in Early Child Study and I am currently a substitute teacher. I am a fun, friendly, crafty, reliable and nurturing sitter whom...
5.0
"My 2 Daughters love when Lily comes to watch them. They have fun playing games, doing arts and crafts or taking a trip to the park. The house is always cleaner after she leaves! Highly recommend her to anyone....
Reviewed by Scott P.
Mackenzie M.
Islip, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi there I am Mackenzie! I have 10 years of experience with babysitting- from newborns to teenagers along with children with special needs. I can help with any Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation that is needed. I am the oldest of 5 children along with being a full time substitute teacher. I am currently pursuing my Master's...
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"I would highly recommend Mackenzie. She is kind, extremely caring. Very responsible and always punctual. I would absolutely trust her with my own children without question. Extremely sweet, and fun!!!"
Reviewed by Tracey G.
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Hi, I'm Umadai. Im 54. I am fully vaccinated against COVID19. I have 10+ years experience working with kids newborn-teen. I also have experience with special needs children and adults. I do not mind helping with small household chores. I look forward to hearing from you!
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"Umadai has been taking care of my child for the last 7 years. He is special needs. She is very caring, Responsible, and attentive to all his needs. I would highly recommend her.
She is phenomenal."
Reviewed by Omaira V.
Mayreni H.
Bay Shore, NY
$21-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Spanish Speaking Nursing Assistant Looking To Care For Your Loved One.
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I've been working in the healthcare field since 2006. I take care of all my patients as if they were my own family members. I've worked in nursing homes/rehabilitation centers. I have experience with dementia, and kids with special needs. I'm currently working for south shore university hospital for the last 7 years.
I'd...
5.0
"May has been an excellent addition to our household. She’s very knowledgeable and efficient. She always goes above and beyond. She’s very reliable and does whatever is needed to help. "
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Hi! I am a 26-year-old certified Teacher Assistant with over seven years of experience. I graduated from Stony Brook University with a Bachelor's in Biology and plan to attend graduate school for Education. I have experience caring for children of all ages, both with and without special needs, and am trained in Nonviolent Crisis...
5.0
"I first became acquainted with Annemarie through care.com, and she is one of the loveliest people I know. She has been working with my children for several years now, is incredibly kind, patient, loving and...
Reviewed by Sophia T.
Madelyn D.
Hauppauge, NY
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi, I hope you are doing well! I attend SUNY Oswego where I am majoring in childhood education and plan to get my masters in Special Education. While I am away at school I work at a daycare with ages ranging from infancy to school-aged children. I used to work for Western Suffolk Boces as a paraprofessional with kids with...
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"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 let them in and out and took care of the liter boxes....
Reviewed by Bill H.
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Hello, Moms and Dads! My name is Emily and I will be 21 years old in January. I have over six years of watching, aiding, and taking care of my younger special needs brother, who is the only person in the world with his chromosome disorder. He needed aiding in bathing, getting dressed, eating, and doing homework. He is hearing...
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Hi! I'm a positive and patient mother of 2 girls (10\11). Who's always had a passion for caring for others. Coming from a big family has given me many different life experiences. Everything from caring for newborns to the sick and elderly. I've cared for those with many different needs ranging from simple companionship to...
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"I had quite a few aides for my 75 yr old mother and I consider myself thankful to have Amanda come into our lives. She was very dependable and such a joy to have around. Her happy demeanor really lifted...
Reviewed by Joe F.
Kristina V.
Medford, NY
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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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!
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"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.
Melissa C.
Centereach, NY
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Senior Care / Companion/ Help With ADL's, I Am A Retired Nurse
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CPR certified, Health Care background, Car, Loves helping others , 10 plus years experience to seniors, specializing in Alzheimer's/ dementia care , Pediatric and Neonatal baby nursing. Special needs , and I've nannied and worked with children for 37 years. Professionally for 27 years
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"Melissa cared for my Dad for around 9 months. She was always thoughtful and respectful. Communicated her concerns and shared his needs with the family. With her background medical knowledge she was a huge...
Reviewed by Care member
Cameron C.
Islip, NY
$22/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hi! My names Cameron and i'm 23 years old. I graduated college with a bachelors degree in Psychology. I have worked as a one to one aid at a school with a child with autism. I am available anytime any day date nights too. I have a lot of experience working with children ages 1-12 I have babysat many kids. I have 4 younger...
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"Very caring and attentive. Energetic and loves to play games with the kids."
Reviewed by Yvonne R.
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I'm Sharon, I'm originally from Mexico, but I've been living in the USA for four years, I'm bilingual English-Spanish. I moved to Ronkokoma in the summer. I have over 11 years of experience with kids, including special needs, CPR, Epinephrine, and First Aide Certificated.
In the city, I worked as a bilingual teacher in a...
5.0
"Wilder and Coast loved her, she was great and always kept an eye on both of them at the same time. Will be using again :-) "
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I am a 28-year-old former CNA with plenty of experience with children including special needs children as well. Iv worked in two different elementary schools over three years so working with large groups of children is something I'm well at as well. I'm CPR certified and have a clean driving record. I'm very friendly, outgoing...
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"For the time Melissa watched our baby girl, she's always been punctual and dependable. She even helped adjust our baby to taking naps in her crib!"
Reviewed by Josseline M.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Oakdale, NY
Wendy M.
5.0
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. Anyone would be lucky to have her.
- Andrea I.
Jackie M.
5.0
Jackie has babysat my kids for years for date nights! We love her, she is super fun and energetic, and always coming up with fun activities/games.
- Care member
Amanda M.
5.0
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 special needs son.
- Meryl B.
David L.
5.0
We had the pleasure of working with Dave a few months ago -- what a great guy! His background is very interesting and varied. My son likes Dave a lot; they were going to the gym together, cooking together, etc. Dave is mature, affable, friendly, easy-going, capable and responsible. Would be...
- Maureen R.
Jaime S.
5.0
Jaime applied to our summer child care job and came to meet the family in person. She was absolutely lovely! She called the day of the interview to confirm, showed up on time and bonded with our kids very quickly (despite the fact that my 10 year old son was angry about something when she showed...
- Shawna A.
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Ratings for Oakdale, NY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Oakdale, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.