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Alexa F.

Massapequa, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a college graduate and certified elementary school teacher currently working as a permanent sub. I have always loved working with children from working as a camp counselor to babysitting throughout high school and college. I also work at a summer program for children with special needs. As a babysitter, I have had the...

Carrie L. says "We first met Alexa when she was working as a counselor for our older daughter at the local summer recreation program. We have since hired her as our...

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Fun And Caring Sitter!

Garden City, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 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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Happy And Motivating Babysitter With 30 Years Of Experience

Cambria Heights, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
Good Day, My name is Barbara but people call me Barb. I have 30 years of experience sitting for ages newborn to teenager, including twins and special needs. I am pursuing an MS Ed. in Elementary Education. I have been responsible for up to 5 children plus have worked in a day care. I cook, clean, tutor schoolwork, teach arts...

Carolyn W. says "Barbara was so great with my 18-month-old! He was pretty grouchy and tantrum-prone on the day she sat for us, but Barbara won him over with her warmth...

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Nanny, Driver, Have Special Needs Experience

Merrick, NY

5.0(0)
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$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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Queens Village, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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...

Valerie B. says "Maya is a professional through and through. I trust her to take good care of my son."

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Garden City, NY

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Grace! I'm 20 years old and I'm from Garden City, Nassau county. . I am looking for any babysitting job available and have experience in the following: coaching cheerleading, special needs care of all ages (includes swimming supervision, crafts, etc), caring for pets, transportation for children to activities and normal...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Long Beach, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! I am a full-time teacher and I am from/currently live in Long Beach, NY. I have been teaching full time since 2013. I have a Masters in Special Education from Queens College and a Bachelors from Boston College in Elementary Education. I've been babysitting since I was in 7th grade and have a ton of experience with kids...
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Paraprofessional

Springfield Gardens, NY

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Melissa C. I have been working with special needs children as a paraprofessional for over five years. I have also worked as a Behavior Technician and Respite Worker. One of the reasons I am drawn to this field is my desire to help others, particularly children. I am passionate about assisting people of all...
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Professional, Compassionate Nanny In Long Beach, NY

Island Park, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
Hi there! My name is Cecilia, but I go by Ceci or Cee for short! I am a professional tattoo artist who recently finished my two year apprenticeship, and I am now searching for the perfect family to grow with, as I have a lifelong passion for childcare. I have over 15 years of paid experience taking care of children of all...
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Fun Caring Nanny

Levittown, NY

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Kristal and I absolutely love children. I have many years of experience babysitting and nannying. I have babysat since I was 15 years old. My first caregiver job was at a daycare with 2 care takers and 16 kids from new born to 12, including special needs. After this I was a private nanny for 2 twin boys from the age...
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Child Care

Valley Stream, NY

1.0(0)
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$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
Through the years I have experience as a Teachers Aide for special needs children. For the last couple of years I have worked as a HHA/companion for dementia cases. I also am certified for CPR. This year I have had the opportunity to babysit for children. I so enjoy this type of work. I enjoy going to work. It's so different...
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Valley Stream, NY

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
I am a college graduate with my B. S in Human Biology and Psychology. I am currently pursuing my second Bachelor's in nursing. I have experience as a teacher assistant at Capital District Beginnings for preschool children with special needs. My experience has taught me how to effectively help a child reach his/hers full...
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Creating Safe And Fun Environments For Children

Queens Village, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi there! My name is Dylan, and I'm a responsible and compassionate babysitter with a passion for caring for children. I have 3 years of experience babysitting for families in my community and have worked with kids ranging from newborns to pre-teens. I love creating a safe, fun, and engaging environment where children can feel...
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Hempstead, NY

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Hi there! I'm Jessica and I adore working with kids especially after becoming an aunt to two little girls. Im patient, friendly, outgoing and strive to create a safe yet fun environment for the children. I have about two years of experience babysitting and tutoring kids from ages 3 and above. I love coming up with hands on...
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To Provide Physical Support And Emotional Companionship.

Garden City, NY

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Errands
meal prep
dementia
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate, reliable, and highly dedicated caregiver with over 10 years of experience supporting seniors and individuals with special needs. My caregiving journey began in 2014 while caring for my elderly parents and has since grown through professional roles with multiple families. I bring strong organizational...
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Senior Care

Seaford, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Errands
meal prep
dementia
companionship
hospice services
+ 1 more
I am currently a Direct support professional for over 3 years and I also do caregiving . I assist special needs individuals with there daily needs. I enjoy helping people to cope with their daily activities. I work with most special needs patients, dementia care, hospice. I am patient , compassionate , dependable and trustworthy...
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Lynbrook, NY

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$22/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Let me Introduce myself. My name is Cameron but I usually go by Cam. I started babysitting when I was about 13, I am now 22, so I have many years of experience working with children as young as 8 months old to 11 years old. During the summer for the past few years, I've worked as a head counselor at Peirce Country Day Camp in...
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Jamaica, NY

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$21/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! My name is Rachel, and I've always loved caring for children, especially infants and toddlers. I worked as an assistant in a daycare all through high school and spent a year as a live-in nanny for a family with five children. Most of my experience is with little ones from newborn to age two, but I've also cared for older...
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Lynbrook, NY

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$38/hr
3 years experience
I would like families know that I am a very responsible and loving person. I have a lot of patience. I took care of my elderly parents for years. Also, my son is special needs. I am a very loving and caring mom to him. If you are looking for someone, I am the person for you.
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Patient & Fun Babysitter.

Garden City, NY

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$36/hr
20 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
Hi, I'm Patty, 64 year resident of Garden City. I'm a substitute in local schools for special needs kids and also an ABA therapist. I'm patient and creative, and live hearing the funny things kids say. I taught my children to read at home before kindergarten and enjoy helping young kids with their reading. Pl contact me about...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Oceanside, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in Oceanside, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Alexa F.

We first met Alexa when she was working as a counselor for our older daughter at the local summer recreation program. We have since hired...

- Carrie L.

Caroline K.

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...

- Amy W.

Barbara W.

Barbara was so great with my 18-month-old! He was pretty grouchy and tantrum-prone on the day she sat for us, but Barbara won him over with...

- Carolyn W.

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