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Nicole G.

Oceanside, NY

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$20/hr
1 year experience
My name is Nikki. I'm 36, living in Oceanside & have over 20 years of experience caring for children of all ages. Along with extensive experience with the developmentally delayed population; children and adults alike. I was an assistant teacher at UCPN and have been a secondary caregiver for my 2 disabled siblings since I was...
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Lacey G.

Oceanside, NY

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$15/hr
Hi my name is Lacey! I graduated from Oceanside High school and now attend Hofstra UniversityI work at Long Beach High School as a teacher assistant for special education until June. I was trained and took all necessary courses and classes!
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Jodi D.

Oceanside, NY

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$20/hr
Hi my name is Jodi I currently work with autistic kids in Seaford who is 8 years old a lovely boy who I've grown to love dearly I'm looking to work closer to home in Oceanside I come with excellent references if you are interested
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Ashley F.

Oceanside, NY

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$20/hr
I also had the privilege of babysitting a sweet girl with syndrome along with her siblings. Additionally, I have spent time caring for my fiancé's brother who has autism. I cherish these experiences and am grateful for the connections I have made with these incredible individuals. And help with special needs.
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Erline D.

Hewlett, NY

4.9(1)
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$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
live-in home care
companionship
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
- I'm a patient's care Technician with a certification in dialysis,. - I also work as a Direct care counselor technician. I am experienced in working with children with special needs. - Presently, I worked and cared for children diagnosed with cerebral palsy for 18 years. - I also care for psych patients, and I have a B L S and...

Care Member says "She is a very compassionate and caring person. I know her for more than 10 years "

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Khirishana K.

The Bubbly Babysitter

South Ozone Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm Khira! I'm a healthcare professional currently working in the medical field. I have over 10 years of experience working with children from infants as young as 3 months to teenagers. My experience includes caring for toddlers and school-aged children, supporting children on the autism spectrum, working as a preschool...

Joey S. says "Khirishana is a fantastic nanny for both my girls for almost 10 months. She is responsible, caring, honest, communicative, and on time throughout her...

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Shareeda R.

Cna/Companion Care Available

South Ozone Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
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...

Gloria R. says "Shreeda is caring,hardworking and great at any thing she does,I have known her a very long time ! She is very dependable and trustworthy! Whatever...

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Debra S.

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Levittown, NY

5.0(0)
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$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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Renee O.

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

Rosedale, NY

4.5(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Jessica J.

Cambria Heights, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello I'm Jessica a mother of a 16yr old girl and I people person, meaning I love to make people smile and laugh. I AM VACCINATED. I've been a certified nanny/ elderly care giver for 17yrs and I am a dog walker/or Pet sitter for 23yrs. I also received my certification in childcare. I love my job, caring for infants, helping...

Alisa D. says "She is a loving and kind caretaker before moving to Alabama I hired her to take care of my mother and 3 kids while I was at work. She made sure there every...

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Khirishana K.

Charismatic Caregiver

South Ozone Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi, my name is Khirishana and I am 19 years old. I am a sophomore at college pursuing a career in medicine. I have a passion for working with children; their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy made them a joy to be around. I have been working with children in a variety of settings for over 10 years. I am a responsible...

Gaitri P. says "Khirishana is an amazing nanny. She integrated so well and my son absolutely loved her. She was professional, patient and very flexible. She had a medical...

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Hamoy V.

Far Rockaway, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Hamoy, and I am excited about the opportunity to work with your children. As a full-time college student majoring in math education, I bring a wealth of experience and dedication to childcare. I am a Registered Behavioral Technician with over two and a half years of experience working in a special needs school. I hold...

Care Member says "Hamoy was great with my three kids. She played with them and even helped my 4 year old son to talk better. I'm truly grateful for you and really sorry I...

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Nadia G.

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

Jamaica, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
I have a natural instinct and understanding of children I have been called the baby whisperer and have the baby magic I help them to thrive and grow in every aspect I have taken care of children newborns to adulthood for 20 plus years professionally I am experienced knowledgeable intelligent kind respectful, punctual . I...

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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Tashera T.

Dedicated Household Manager With A Passion For Family Care

Far Rockaway, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
23 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Experienced nanny and house manager with 20+ years of expertise caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs. Proven ability to create nurturing and stimulating environments, manage household operations, and provide reliable, compassionate care. Dedicated to fostering children's growth and well-being while...

Hillary T. says "Tashera is excellent with children. She is organized and dependable. Tashera could teach preschool with her skills. She is caring and always trying to...

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Michelle C.

Friendly, Flexible And Professional.

Queens Village, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Friendly, flexible and professional health care. Over 25 years of healthcare experience within a professional setting and private setting. Willing to work your schedule.

Wayne E. says "She is the best. Takes pride in her work"

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Patricia O.

27 Years Experience Working With Special Needs Children And General Education Also

Merrick, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I've worked and presently still am a special needs teachers aide for s school district. I also have worked for a few families over the past 13 years with children ages 6 months thru 16 yrs. My hours in the school district are from eight till 12 noon. I am available after that time. I have many references if needed and thank...

Casey S. says "Patti was a wonderful caretaker for our 4 year old son. She's reliable, punctual and has a very calm disposition that any child would respond quickly to....

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Nadine T.

Freeport, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
companionship
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
For the past 15 years, I have worked in the healthcare field as a Certified Home Health Aide, providing compassionate and comprehensive care to hundreds of clients across Nassau and Suffolk counties. My experience includes hands-on support for individuals with Alzheimer's, Dementia, and those requiring Hospice care, among other...

Eileen R. says "Kind, caring, compassionate and sweet. Easy to talk to and understands the needs of clients as well as family members."

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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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Virginia V.

Far Rockaway, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
40 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I love children have been taking care of children since 2000ever since it's been a blessing taking care of children I also love pets and take care of pets along with disabled children and special need children adult also work with twins and triplets I love to read with the children play watch tv, movies, and interact I like...

Care Member says "Virginia came to my rescue when I desperately needed a babysitter to go to work immediately and highly punctual! If in need I recommend! "

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Lisa S.

Child Care Elder Care Housekeeper

Carle Place, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a mother of 4 adult children one with special needs, also a grandmother of a beautiful 6-year-old granddaughter. Currently working with a family in long island for the past 3 years , the children will start school full time so I will be available in September. I have many many years experience in child care and elder care !...

Karen A. says "Lisa is the answer to our prayers! She was hired as a babysitter for our autistic 8yr old daughter. She even spends time with our 3yr old daughter. She is...

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Erline D.

She is a very compassionate and caring person. I know her for more than 10 years

- Care member

Khirishana K.

Khirishana is a fantastic nanny for both my girls for almost 10 months. She is responsible, caring, honest, communicative, and on time...

- Joey S.

Shareeda R.

Shreeda is caring,hardworking and great at any thing she does,I have known her a very long time ! She is very dependable and trustworthy!...

- Gloria R.

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