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Deborah F.

Special Education Experience

Peekskill, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I have worked closely with students with special needs for over 5 years. It began when I was a one to one with a child who was given oxygen at only 4 years old. It was a pleasure working with him and a joy to serve him. I also began working in a inclusion classroom, where I was a one to one for a student with behavioral...
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Senior Care & Driver

Peekskill, NY

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Hi, My name is Guadalupe , I am a reliable and responsible person, I have experience working with senior. I have my own transportation , please feel free to contact me anytime. best regards, Guadalupe.
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Peekskill, NY

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Dealing with special needs children really brings joy to be, because I strong believe that these type of children deserve a special kind of love and compassion which many fail to understand. They are just as important as any other group and should be treated as such.
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Available Part-time Sitter In Westchester County

Peekskill, NY

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$17/hr
8 years experience
I'm Gabriella and I am an extremely responsible babysitter with many years of experience. Having babysat boys and girls, good and bad, in the past, I am confident in my abilities to be creative and active, tidy, and responsible with them. I love to have fun with children, and usually take to seemingly shy kids extremely well. I...
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CNA/PCA

Peekskill, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
5 years experience in health care. Experienced range from long term care to private home care. Experience with dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer; autism, Down syndrome etc
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Raised With A Difference

Peekskill, NY

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Growing up I knew my little sister was different but in my house we never treated her differently . We communicated in ways I thought were normal and played like regular children . As I got older an got into middle school and high school I realized that society treated special needs ppl differently when at home there is no...
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Peekskill, NY

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$35/hr
8 years experience
I am experience caregiver I work in The hospital handle eldery and pediatric unit different cases total care of elderly , youth, teens, infants toddler, I am certified nursing assistant own transportation clean drivers license can cook healthy food reliable can do light housekeeping non smoker
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24yo Nanny And Trilingual!

Peekskill, NY

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Hi! I'm Maria, 26yo, Brazilian, I speak 3 languages fluently. Also I'd like to mention I am a strong driver and I have a clean DL. I have experience with all ages, special needs and I'm very active, I love soccer, crafts, baking and dancing. I'd describe my personality as smart, friendly and hardworker. I like working with...
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Congers, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
1 year experience
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
Hi, my name is Susan and I work at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern NY. I'm accustomed to dealing with 50+ patients per day including special needs patients. I'm very friendly, caring and outgoing. I love making patients feel comfortable as most people do not care to be in a hospital!

Care Member says "Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother. "

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Special Needs Caregiver

Garrison, NY

5.0(0)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals with special needs in a variety of settings including clinics, early intervention centers, community, schools, and in the home. I am registered as a Behavior Therapist and also have years of experience as a private caregiver. The majority of my background is with...
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Yorktown Heights, NY

4.9(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Professional and personal 10 years plus experience with people in special needs, different age as well as diagnosis. CPR/ FIRST AID , PCT and HHA certified. Drive and have my own car. Looking forward to discuss your needs and give me a chance to make a difference with you/your loved one. Great references upon request. Thank...

Laura C. says "Drita has been a huge help to our family. Not only is she very knowledgeable in elder/dementia care (teaching us so much along the way), she is kind and...

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Congers, NY

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I've always been passionate about helping children learn and grow, which is why I became a childcare provider. I have 2 years of experience caring for children of all ages, and I'm comfortable caring for up to 2 children at a time. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing outdoor sports, board games, and puzzles with...

Care Member says "She is very kind, punctual, and hard working. If you hire Susan, you will feel that you are not hiring a stranger but a friend that is how warm her...

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Experienced Special Ed Teaching Assistant

Yorktown Heights, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Experience with Theraputic equipment feeding. Seizure disorder Worked with students with cerebral palsy Down syndrome, autistic. Work in Ardsley school district for 18 years. Reliable, responsible, Careing and patient. Also a background in childcare 60 credits from westchester community college in early childcare 20+ years...

Marian T. says "Lisa is amazing. She has a great work ethic and is dependable,reliable and always punctual. Lisa has worked with my son for over 12 years and he...

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VERY RELIABLE CARE GIVER

New City, NY

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a 60-year-old mother of two college graduated children. I have a brother who is mentally challenged. I was a caregiver for my sister in-law who had dementia. I worked as a teacher's asst. for 16 years with special needs students with autism, down syndrome .
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Bilingual And Reliable College Student

Lake Peekskill, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello, my name is Roxanna but I like to be called Rosie. I'm Dominican, so I'm fluent in Spanish, and willing to tutor in that area as well. I own a car, and have a clean license. Also first aid training and CPR certified in all ages. I've been constantly helping friends and family take care of their little ones ever since I...

Sabrina W. says "Very friendly and hard working! My kids loved her and so did I. She is very responsive and just overall a great nanny."

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Part-time Caregiver Available

Buchanan, NY

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have had experience working in a nursing home and hospice setting administering care to patients with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer, diabetes, down-syndrome, on dialysis, multiple sclerosis, etc. I have great empathy, understanding, patience and know what is involved in taking vitals, emptying a catheter or giving a person...
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Full/part Time Care Giver

Ossining, NY

5.0(1)
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$36/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I started working caring for children at a local family daycare as an assistant provider about 9 years ago. After the second year, the daycare closed and I decided to open my own daycare. One of my goals was to teach the kids Spanish as a second language, that was my biggest accomplishment. Also, I worked on my program with a...

Leilani D. says "Grace is incredibly easy to work with and wonderful with children. We were a hot mess when she started with us. Grace came in and just started taking...

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I Have The Ability To Make A Difference In Lives

Ossining, NY

5.0(1)
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$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
hospice services
meal prep
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I am a very patient individual with many years of nursing homes, hospitals, and home care experience. some of my experiences are as follows: colostomy care, trachea care, Parkinson, administering enema, monitoring vitals signs, and some heavy lifting. i. can operate a hoyer, and overhead lift if I am not familiar with your...

Gayle M. says "Work ethic excellent. Very caring, professional. Very detailed oriented. She is Consistent with the care she gives. My husband smiles whenever she comes...

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LMSW, M.Ed.

Putnam Valley, NY

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I am a current licensed social worker and I hold a Masters of Education degree. I've worked with children ages 1-21 years of age. I have experience with special needs children, specifically with autism as well. I also have tutoring experience and I've also worked in a school before as well.
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Susan D.

Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother.

- Care member

Drita V.

Drita has been a huge help to our family. Not only is she very knowledgeable in elder/dementia care (teaching us so much along the way),...

- Laura C.

Susan D.

She is very kind, punctual, and hard working. If you hire Susan, you will feel that you are not hiring a stranger but a friend that is how...

- Care member

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