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I have babysat for many family friends over the years of all ages. I also have experience with special needs children from working summer camps at a school, NSSA. I have teaching experience and the required degrees.
I am a retired nurse. I have experienced in pediatrics, senior care, impairments and geriatric long term care. I am looking for a part-time position that can utilize my years of nursing experience in the above areas.
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I became a caregiver after helping my sister raise my niece for the past seven years. Through that experience, I learned the importance of patience, responsibility, and creating a safe, supportive environment for children. I have also cared for family friends' children, including children with special needs, which helped me...
I'm a registered nurse looking to help your family out a few days per week. I'm an experienced nurse with 20 years experience with all populations and disabilities.
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I've worked special needs as well as dementia and Alzheimer's patients. My duty's include meal prepping , laundry, light house keeping , bathroom assistance as well as errands and much more!
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light cleaning
Becoming a caregiver allows me to support families by providing reliable, nurturing childcare. I am patient, calm, friendly, and approachable, with 2 years of experience caring for children ages 1-18+. I'm comfortable supervising up to two children and always follow household rules and preferred communication styles.
I enjoy...
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10 years experience·
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I have 10 yrs of special needs experience.. It's been a while, but I'm a fast, caring learner. I have love and patience. I have special needs family members, so patience, admiration, love, and support are a must. Helping clients with the little things(their goals) are a huge accomplishment for them... Your family member and I...
Hello, my name is Destiny and I am looking to provide personal care to any individuals that are in need Special Needs
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7 years experience·
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Hi, I'm Paula
I love kids so much and that is why I did my degree in Education. I have been working with kids from 0 to 12 since I was 17 years old, as a student teacher, until I became a teacher in my home country, Brazil. I would also always babysit asides. In addition to that, I have been a nanny for the last 2 and half...
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Hello I have 14 years of experience working with special needs, I use to work for AHRC and current employed part time at Rise life services, if you choose me to do this job you won't regret.
My name Cassandra W., I have been working for Eastern Suffolk Boces for 5 years, and children are my absolute passion. I work at an elementary school and work with children with autism, ADHD, aspergers, behavioral, etc.. I am very energetic, very positive, uplifting, enjoy what I do. I take care of children like they are my own....
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grocery shopping
I've been caring for children since 2006 . I've done home babysitting for many years and certainly still do . I worked as a teachers assistant in the preschool for 2 years and currently am a business owner of a cleaning service !
I have experience with children with allergies and any special needs . I Am also a caregiver for...
I have worked in the field of special needs for 12 years now and there is nothing that I'am more passionate about. I'm currently in an online program to get my bachelors in elementary education/special education and I work as a substitute teaching assistant currently in a school district. I'm also a mother to a wonderful...
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8 years experience
My name is Edgar I am a Special Education Teacher and Recreation Therapist in NYC. My program is called Live Through Rec and it's all about Art, Music, Sport, Fitness, EVERYTHING RECREATIONAL, and making it purposeful, educational, and healing. I personally have delivered these services for 10 years and have worked with a...
I find it very rewarding to help those in need. I am very compassionate and kind. I go above and beyond to make sure the person I'm with is treated with dignity and respect at all times.
I am very patient , reliable and trustworthy as well.
Every family has specific needs and I try to meet those needs. Please feel free to...
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7 years experience
With a wealth of experience as the eldest among six & being a youth summer camp counselor since I could work, caregiving has become not only a foundational aspect of my skill set but also a profound passion that I have nurtured over an extended period. I began to nanny at the age of 16, & have consistently provided long-term...
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I have worked with children most of my adult life. I am the mother of 4 grown children the youngest being 23. I was employed at Wading River Elementary School and Just Kids in Ridge. I am currently a nanny in the am. I enjoy sports, crafts, reading and games. I have tons of patience and a great sense of humor.
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2 years experience
Meal prep
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One thing I would like families to know about me is that I have discovered that I truly love this profession. I am passionate about working with children, especially children with special needs, and I enjoy seeing their growth and progress through their challenges. I am a caring, responsible, and empathetic person who...
Hello! My name is Patty. I am recently retired from Boces... I was a teaching assistant for 27 yrs ... I worked with middle school children that have special needs. Mainly behavior and emotional issues. I also worked with children with autism. I have been watching children for about 40 years. I look forward to hearing from you !
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I am an experienced caretaker for all ages. I'm CPR trained. CNA trained. I'm extremely caring and patient with anyone I care for, thanks.
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The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of August 2026
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