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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Oakland Gardens, NY
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Oakland Gardens, NY
Renee L.
Oakland Gardens, NY
$17-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have extensive experience in caring Individual with disabilities and behavioral issues as well as the elderly and children. I drove school bus for 15+ years transporting a variety of students from pre-K to high school.
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I absolutely love what I do. I am currently employed with an agency who specializes in caring for children with special needs. Seeing the day to day development of my children is a feeling I cannot describe. I am not only proud of my work, I have received the opportunity to positively contribute something great to a child. I...
Valeria V.
Oakland Gardens, NY
$25-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Professional Student/Caregiver Interested In The Field Of Nursing
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Hi everyone! My name is Val & I graduated from Purchase College obtaining a B. A in Psychology specializing in Child Development!
I earned my Early Childhood Development certification in 2021 & currently working on my CPR certification. I'm also in the process of applying to NYU nursing for psychiatric mental health to work...
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I have a lot of experience taking care of children. Back in my hometown of Colombia I worked in a Nursery with my mom who was a special needs teacher there. I worked there for years and gained much valued experience taking care of children. I have also babysat for numerous children, from the ages of 6 months up to 4 years old. I...
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Having years of experience as a sitter, I also work as a teacher assistant for children between the ages 2.5 to 5 years old. I am experienced with special needs children as well as children in universal pre-k so I am very familiar with the common core standards implemented by the Board of Ed. Working with children is my passion...
Catalina E.
Oakland Gardens, NY
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have experience in the field of care in general. Mostly with little ones with special needs, but I do also have experience with adults as I helped assist an adult/senior with special needs for almost 2 years. I always consider it that the most important thing to carry with you as a caregiver is compassion. Especially to be...
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New York State certified Special needs teacher
- Responsible
- caring
- creative
- organize
-Develop and implemeted individual educational plans
- Developed and implemented differentiated lesson plans
5.0
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I enjoy working and helping the elderly. I worked with all different kinds of patients with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Mentally Disable, M. S, Diabetes, Cancer, Stroke, and special needs. I did medication reminders, preparing meals, bathing, dressing, feeding, cooking, laundry, doctors appointments, outdoor activities, and...
5.0
"Shareeda is a caring professional and who will go over and beyond the call of duty. Finding a trustworthy and reliable individual is tough in today's world. Anyone looking for such an individual, Shareeda is...
Reviewed by Donny M.
Leslie C.
South Richmond Hill, NY
$35/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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I've been caring for children for seven years. I have experience with caring for multiple children at once. In a classroom setting as well as home setting. I love watching the children grow and reach their milestones. I also have experience with children who have special needs if that s what you seek in a caregiver .
5.0
"Leslie was so sweet and patient with my child. Hired due to her experience in Special Ed preschool and can't say enough good things about her! Trustworthy and responsible and appreciated the wonderful two years...
Reviewed by Brittany L.
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I am Rafael. 35 years old, Bachelor Degree in Education. Private Chef. I have housekeeping experience for over 4 years and taking care of people with special needs and senior caregiver. Responsible, advocated to work with a good vibe. I would love to find a Housekeeping chef position in a long term relationship. I have couple...
5.0
"Rafael has been the most exceptional caregiver we've had. I hired him to take care of my mom after a surgery and he was always there for her. He's part of the family since then. Thank you Rafael. "
Reviewed by Julie H.
5.0
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Hi! I am a college student majoring in Early Childhood Education. I am patient, responsible, energetic, and caring. I have experience in working with children with special needs and have spent over four years caring for children at local churches and working in Summer Youth Programs. It is my passion to work with kids because it...
5.0
"Rubi is a great care taker. Amazing! My little sister and niece loved her. She was cheerful, energetic and full of spirit. Her love and admiration for children was appealing. She was very responsible and...
Reviewed by Christopher D.
Shabnam A.
Ozone Park, NY
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Experience with kids: 14 YEARS experience with kids of variable ages. Prior experience with kids with special needs
CPR CERTIFIED: YES
FIRST AID CERTIFIED : YES
DRIVER LICENSE : YES
CAR: YES
SCHOOL: SOME COLLEGE
SMOKE OR DRINK: NO (NEVER)
5.0
"Shabnam was consistent, reliable and very nurturing and caring with our daughter. She was patient, respectful and a very kind."
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5.0
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Hi my name is Laurie . I am a non-smoker looking for a full-time or part-time employment commitment. I have an extensive resume working with children including those with special needs. I am certified in CPR, AED and First Aid. My 10 years experience entailed working with children from infants to elementary school age. I cannot...
5.0
"Laurie helped us while we were waiting for our 8 month old son to enter into daycare. She gave us recommendations and tips for his teething, feeding, crawling, etc. She was professional, attentive,...
Reviewed by Safae S.
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I've been a childcare professional for over 15 years with experience ranging from infant care to young teens, including special needs children.
Prior to moving to NYC, I was a piano and voice teacher at Nardin Academy.
Utilizing and implementing the networking and organizational skills I have learned and developed, I have...
5.0
"Vanessa was our babysitter and piano teacher over the last 2 years. We already miss her. She is fun, smart, creative and always kept the kids engaged and active. Anyone is lucky to have Vanessa help out with...
Reviewed by Kathleen E.
Ishawrah J.
Cambria Heights, NY
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello there! Am a loving and energetic baby sitter. Am honest, jovial and punctual. I started babysitting 9 years ago. Worked with newborns, infants, toddlers and teenagers. The last family I worked for I did 5 years with them however they moved back to their home land. I have an 8yrs old daughter and I live in Queens. I have...
5.0
"Ishawrah has a very good rapport with my daughter and my daughter loved her and still misses her!"
Reviewed by Adel G.
5.0
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Hello! My name is Sherolyn T. I have 25 years of experience in working with seniors, children and those who have special needs. I have mainly worked with the senior community in nursing homes and hospitals. I have found much joy and fulfillment in helping others. I earned my CNA from ABCI and I am able to assist in feeding...
5.0
"I am honored to provide a reference for Sherolyn. I have known Sherolyn for 15 years. In the capacity Of her immediate Supervisor which led to a friendship over time.
Where do I begin. her dependability...
Reviewed by Nadine G.
Maya N.
Queens Village, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I love providing care to anyone. I'm a certified HHA with 10 years of experience. I have dealt with all types of people from children to adults including those with special needs. I've had many cases... Bed ridden Colostomy Catheter Alzheimer's Impediment etc. I can perform all aspects of activities of daily living and can work...
5.0
"Maya is a professional through and through. I trust her to take good care of my son."
Reviewed by Valerie B.
Olawale E.
Forest Hills, NY
$19-24/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
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My experience for special needs is mainly from working as a medical assistant for 2 years at a family clinic where I have had to deal with special need patients and their parents, as well as babysitting my 4 years old cousin who had speech delay speech. I believe that my care for and exposure in special needs kids will be a good...
5.0
"He is very caring and attentive. My son actually love it whenever he is around."
Reviewed by Oluwabukola O.
5.0
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I hold a bachelors degree in developmental psychology from Brigham Young University, and have applied this degree to nannying positions and child development for many years.
Much of my experience is with special needs children, both as a nanny and in a clinical environment.
I have worked as a tutor in English, math, and...
5.0
"There is no one else I trust as much as Lexi. My kids adore her. They are 14 and 6 and she has nannied for me for the past couple of summers and we schedule her regularly for sitting. She is an absolute gem...
Reviewed by Melissa L.
5.0
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Hi please call me Bel! I have child care experiences from taking care of cousins, nephews/nieces, friends children. Also by working in family home and school settings with infants, early childhood daycare, elementary, junior high schools and high school as a full time paraprofessional for the NYCDOE. I've worked with children...
5.0
"Bel is, in one word, INCREDIBLE! She has helped us care for our two children, ages 2 and 6, since March 2022, including most of the summer of 2022.
Bel is organized, punctual, respectful, kind, and highly...
Reviewed by Andrea F.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Oakland Gardens, NY
Shareeda R.
5.0
Shereeda was with our family for over 5 years. She developed a strong, loving relationship with our mother for whom she was caring for. She was caring, gentle, compassionate and reliable. We were lucky to have someone like Shereeda in our lives to help us through the challenges that getting older...
- Brad C.
Leslie C.
5.0
Leslie was so sweet and patient with my child. Hired due to her experience in Special Ed preschool and can't say enough good things about her! Trustworthy and responsible and appreciated the wonderful two years she worked for us.
- Brittany L.
Rafael B.
5.0
Rafael has been the most exceptional caregiver we've had. I hired him to take care of my mom after a surgery and he was always there for her. He's part of the family since then. Thank you Rafael.
- Julie H.
Rubi R.
5.0
Rubi is a great care taker. Amazing! My little sister and niece loved her. She was cheerful, energetic and full of spirit. Her love and admiration for children was appealing. She was very responsible and handled all tasks we agreed we upon. Rubi was punctual, creative , ready to work, and had great...
- Christopher D.
Shabnam A.
5.0
Shabnam was consistent, reliable and very nurturing and caring with our daughter. She was patient, respectful and a very kind.
- Care member
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