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Hope is AMAZING!!! She is wonderful with my 16 month old & he adores her! I know that he’s in good hands with her & she always goes above &…
Review for Hope K. by Care member
We hired Glenn for our 23 year old son. He has provided daily support for him. This included transporting him to his scheduled activities…
Review for Glenn S. by Care member
Nan has been the best teacher our son A. has ever had. He's got moderate autism and she strikes just the right balance between great…
Review for Nan V. by Chris W.
Special needs caregivers in Pawling, NY
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Hope and I have around 5 years of childcare experience for children of all ages. Ranging from 3 months to 14 yrs old. I strive in building not only a relationship with the children but the entire family. My personality can be described as creative, warm hearted and bubbly. I love to teach the children new things,...
Hope can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hope is AMAZING!!! She is wonderful with my 16 month old & he adores her! I know that he’s in good hands with her & she always goes above & beyond. She regularly sends pictures & videos throughout the day (which I really appreciate). She has done crafts with my son...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 24 years of experience , working with individuals with autism and emotional disabilities. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support and Assistive Technology/AAC. I also have 8 years experience as a private caregiver of adults aged 30-80 . I am skilled in creating daily scheduling for SDS individuals. I...
5.0
"We hired Glenn for our 23 year old son. He has provided daily support for him. This included transporting him to his scheduled activities and also being a companion for him. Glenn is very trust-worthy, consistent, hardworking, kind, and dedicated. He is also a...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced and compassionate behavior therapist with over 30 years of experience helping children with special needs. My expertise includes
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), verbal behavior, and Relationship Development Intervention (RDI). I have worked extensively with autistic children and those with other...
5.0
"Nan has been the best teacher our son A. has ever had. He's got moderate autism and she strikes just the right balance between great curriculum and a firm hand to keep him focused. She has great educational insights and tailored a lesson plan to fit his needs and...
Chris W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always been around children from working at daycare's and after school centers. The children were from the ages of 1-16. Many years of experience! I'm very artistic and creative. Experienced with children with special needs.
Whitneyfer can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Whitneyfer did so well with my 2 year old. Reliable with transportation to take my daughter to the park and activities. Very artistic, lots of art projects with my little one. Truly amazing!"
Katherine F.
5.0
(1)
I have been in this field for 15 years. I am a CNA. I work with the elderly, mentally ill adults/ children, and children with disabilities. I can provide excellent references. What I love most about working in this field is being able to be a part of working with someone to reach the persons full potential. I am patient, soft...
5.0
(3)
FUN! Caring and Compassionate!
Looking for a night out or break on the weekends, look no further.
I enjoy caring for children as it comes naturally to me; being that I am a mom of two special needs children. I understand children's needs and take time to understand and allow them to enjoy being a kid.
I started working...
Tanya can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Our girls loved spending time with Tanya! I would absolutely recommend her - she was wonderful!"
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience working in an elementary school as a pre-k aide, and have worked in private childcare for the past 2. Additionally I have raised 3 children of my own (one with special needs). I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
Christine can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Christine was my son's pre-school teaching assistant and I also had the pleasure to work with her on occasion. She is kind, patient and nurturing to the children. Christine was a burst of positive energy and her enthusiasm was contagious. I was so blessed and...
Maureen L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My babysitting skills and experience, along with my positive attitude and friendly nature, position me to excel in this role. I have experience with special needs such as administering meals and/or medication via feeding tubes such as NG tubes or G-tubes. I would love the opportunity to meet your family and discuss my...
Marianne can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Marianne will make a great nanny for any family. We plan on reaching out to her for days here and there. Our needs changed and that was the reason we didn't hire Marianne outright. She was wonderful with our kids."
Arda O.
Carla M.
North Salem, NY
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Everyone!! My name is Carla and I am 29 years old looking for a full/part time nanny job! I have been a camp counsler and baby sitter for about 12 years now! I love working with kids! My goal is to make everything fun and magical for kids. Arts is definitely my speciality when creating activities, exploring outside,...
Carla can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Ryan H.
Pleasant Valley, NY
$25-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Special Needs Care Professional & Special Needs Educator
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an energetic and compassionate professional with 11 years of both behavioral and ABA experience working with a wide range of developmental disabilities in various public and private care settings. 7 of those years I spent working at Anderson Center for Autism assisting individuals with Autism, ED, BD, Downs, and several...
5.0
"If you have a child with autism, Ryan is your person! He has been life-changing in helping my child with severe ASD navigate and thrive in his community. My child is extremely high-energy and active and Ryan has handled him with ease. Ryan is very active himself...
Kyra S.
Gianina L.
Danbury, CT
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a clinical nurse assistant with experience in special needs. I have experience with cerebral palsy.
5.0
"Gianina is a treasure! She is the total package. My family adores her. The care for my handicapped daughter was impeccable. Gianina approach is kind, caring, gentile. We love her. If my family , I would take her with us! There is not a more loving, hard working,...
Anna A.
Carmen P.
Fishkill, NY
$29/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am 47 years old and has been taking care of a stroke patient (5 times). She can still do the things that she is used to but has to be eagle eyed when she moves just in case she falls down. When she goes to the bathroom, I have to stand by her in case of emergency. She loves to watch movies in the tv, go walking in the park....
Carla M.
North Salem, NY
$24-30/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a brother with autism and bipolar disorder. I'm his care taker. I have also worked with kids with special needs focusing on independent living, personal hygiene, motor skills, speaking and more!
5.0
(1)
I graduated from New York University last year and I am currently working as an Elementary School Social Worker.
I have 10 years of child care experience; infants, toddlers, grade school, twins, and children with special needs.
I have extensive experience working with early intervention ages and grade school ages on social...
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stephanie is responsible, caring, hard working and reliable. She is a safe driver. Overall, I highly recommend Stephanie as a babysitter."
Leslie H.
Alexandra V.
Danbury, CT
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced And Dependable Babysitter - Flexible Hours
5.0
(3)
Hi! My name is Allie, I am a Registered Nurse with my BSN from Boston College. I have been babysitting since I was a teenager (8+ years). I have experience working with children of all ages, newborn - 16 yo, in the daycare setting, and with children with special needs. I can help with travel and light housekeeping. I also love...
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Allie was an excellent caretaker at the University Club. She always provided the kids with fun, enriching activities that kept the kids engaged with each other rather than the TV. Her nursing background gives her a unique and impressive perspective on child safety...
Holly H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have two children ages 18 and 17
many nieces and nephews and little cousins that I have cared for in the past.
I am 43 years old- I have lived in Poughkeepsie all my life.
I have stayed at home with my children and have helped family and friends with their precious little ones. I have cleaned houses and I am a local family...
Jessie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jessie is wonderful with my two year old daughter. My daughter loves the time they spend together every other week. Jessie brings energy, ideas for play and a gently educational approach. She is kind, funny and warm. From the beginning of her coming to us (six...
Caitlin M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a CNA for 9 years. I was not only able to work with the elderly, but I also have experience working with special needs individuals both young and old in a nursing home and private home setting. I have experience with individuals with MS, traumatic brain injuries and adults with Cerebral Palsy. I am punctual and...
5.0
"Reliable, knowledgeable, flexible, extremely pleasant, compassionate, so helpful, an just all around skilled wonderful individual. I am a pretty big guy with MS, limited mobility, very weak, and dependent on others to meet my daily living needs. Joy enabled me to...
Pete P.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jackie. I have experience with children of all ages, as well as experience caring for children with special needs and multiple children. I have worked privately for families as a nanny on and off for the last 10 years. Most recently I have been working as a school counselor, but am currently on maternity leave caring for...
Jacqueline can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jackie was extremely punctual and dependable. She was great with the children and very flexible to meet their needs. She was always very happy and willing to help out with whatever we needed from her. I always felt very comfortable leaving the children with her. I...
Kerry S.
Lindsay N.
Bethel, CT
$17-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have experience working with children with special needs but am more than willing to start helping seniors with errands or at home.
Lindsay can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
Sydney G.
Putnam Valley, NY
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a current student at Suny Buffalo. I've worked with kids for many years now in multiple settings. Childcare centers, camps, babysitting and special needs sports programs. I love working with kids!
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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