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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Rockville Centre, NY
The average rate is $22/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Rockville Centre, NY
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I work as a Paraprofessional for the Department of Education supporting students with special needs to meet their IEP goals.
I've also worked with families after school and during the summer doing school pickups, drop offs to extracurricular activities, worked on fun art projects, helped with hw, assisted with bedtime routines...
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"Toni is an incredible baby sitter. I hired her in a rush because my recent sitter moved away. Toni was so responsible and responsive. My kids absolutely loved her. She played with them and made sure they ate...
Reviewed by Care member
Virginia V.
Far Rockaway, NY
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I love children have been taking care of children since 2004 ever 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 movies and interact I like taking...
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"I only needed Virginia's help for a short period of time. She wanted to be helpful right away--quickly learning what needed to get done and when. She helped around the house as well. Always early! My favorite...
Reviewed by Aleksandra Z.
Nadia G.
Jamaica, NY
$19-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver With 21 Plus Years Experience In The Industry Seeks New Position.
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I have a natural instinct and understanding of children
I have taken care of children newborns to age 13 professionally since 1998 and I am a mom to a 27-year-old , experienced knowledgeable intelligent kind respectful, punctual . I have tons of newborns /infants to school age experience . I have twin experience and I have...
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"Nadia worked with us from about November 2019 and we'll be sadly saying good bye to her in August 2020. The reason we are parting ways is only because we are moving out of state - otherwise we would love for...
Reviewed by Cydney T.
Renee L.
Oakland Gardens, NY
$17-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have extensive experience in caring Individual with disabilities and behavioral issues as well as the elderly and children. I drove school bus for 15+ years transporting a variety of students from pre-K to high school.
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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...
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"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 background so I felt reassured that my son's...
Reviewed by Gaitri P.
Nadia E.
Baldwin, NY
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi, My name is Nadia. I am currently a student at Molloy College studying biology. I am 21 years old and have experience taking care of individuals with special needs. I can provide references if you would like. I have my own transportation due to the fact that I commute to school. If you ever need me I just ask that you let me...
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"We hired Nadia last minute to watch our two boys, she was friendly, personable, and great with our kids! She was also very flexible with timing. Would highly recommend!"
Reviewed by Alexis C.
Alexa F.
Massapequa, NY
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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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...
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"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 babysitter and she has been working for us for the past 4...
Reviewed by Carrie L.
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I would like to take the opportunity to state my strong interest in caring for elder, special needs, nanny and babysitter. I am a reliable, calm, confident and an organized individual with experience such as part-time, full-time and live-in capacities caregiver. Currently, I am fully available. I live a smoke-free and drug-free...
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"Althea was very accommodating and has an excellent background. She was punctual, and knowledgeable in her field. Our needs changed so we were unable to hire her, but she will certainly be a wonderful asset to...
Reviewed by Julieta F.
Adriana O.
Mineola, NY
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Adriana I am 22 years old studying pre-med. I am a very outgoing and caring person. I have four younger siblings that I would take care of on a daily basis. I also worked at a summer camp in the summer of 2018. Additionally I volunteered for a program that was once a week that allowed me to work one on one with...
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"Adriana is very sweet and attentive. Quickly connected with my son. Very organized for zoom home school assistance. Highly recommend."
Reviewed by Sebastian C.
Nyaira S.
Lynbrook, NY
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hello Parents! My name is Nyaira & I'm 22 years old. :) I have a flexible schedule as all my classes are online for creative writing and videography. I have babysat for about 3 families through care. com and I am currently an assistant daycare Teacher, where I care for a classroom of infants - 3 years old, but am looking...
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"NYAIRA is lovely. She’s sweet, thoughtful, timely, considerate and careful. She babysat for my family for about a month and I my needs changed…my work was just not as busy as I expected.
I have three kids 6,11...
Reviewed by Care member
Julieta C.
Franklin Square, NY
$23-25/hr • 20 yrs exp
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Hi!! I have been a childcare provider for many years, I love children dearly, I think they're the best!! I have worked with a special needs child, in a day care center, and in private homes with infants, toddlers, preescholers and elementary school children. I'm an honest, loving, responsable and energetic person. I'm also...
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"Julieta is the absolute best! She has added a positive, warm and calming energy to our home for almost 2 years now. She has cared for our 3 children as if they were her own, and it's meant the world to us. Our...
Reviewed by Trish D.
Erline D.
Hewlett, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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- 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...
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"Erline is very caring. She went above and beyond assisting me with my mom/and taking care of the household."
Reviewed by Sabine W.
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Dedicated special education aide.
Multi-talented. Versatile and dedicated child advocate with a solid focus on the individual needed.
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"Very caring and my daughter loves her."
Reviewed by Kemi O.
Krystal W.
Springfield Gardens, NY
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I was blessed to have a younger brother who had a slight learning disability when he was growing up. As his older sister, I felt it was my duty to make sure I modified things so that he could understand everything. This experience opened up my eyes to a greater calling to help people of all ages with all types of developmental...
Rosaria C.
Oceanside, NY
$25-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
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I am a fun loving energetic woman who has had many experiences with children as a mother and a teacher. I have worked with kids with special needs and with senior people affected by dementia. I am a woman with high moral values. I believe in honesty and integrity
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"Rosaria is wonderful! She is so good with my kids, completely engages with them and they have so much fun with her. She is absolutely amazing at helping keep things tidy. We are very lucky to have found her."
Reviewed by Katelyn K.
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Hello parents. My name is Candida. I am from a Spanish speaking country and I am US citizen and I speak English fluently. I am a loving, dedicated and experienced nanny with more than 15 years experience working with young children. My main goal is to provide a healthy, safety, learning environment in which your children feel...
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"We highly recommend Candida, as she truly loves our children as her own and you can see how much she cares about their well-being. She listens to any directions given and has been great about helping to stay...
Reviewed by Maria L.
Nigeria W.
Uniondale, NY
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Over 20 years experience working with people
Diagnosed with Intellectual Disabilities, CP, Seizure Disorder, and Autism.
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Hi, my name is Lisa. I Have two grown sons ages 27 and 31. I have 25 years experience working with children ages newborn through -12 and have worked with special needs children/ teens as well . Children and animals have always been my passion so no worries if you do have pets as I love them. I am a very loving , caring ,...
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"Lisa is absolutely AMAZING! I loved having her watch my son. She is kind, energetic, and very attentive to your child and their needs. She showed up early and sent me pictures/updates about my son throughout...
Reviewed by Kylie L.
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Hey ! My name is destiny. I'm NY native located in the Queens/Brooklyn area . I love caring for children and developing a bond with them ! I am very reliable , caring , attentive , energetic and I enjoy playtime just as much as the child. I also understand that every child is different and has different needs so I'm always...
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"Destiny was very good with our needy infant. Our 6mo took to her very quickly. High spirited and good with active play, our son was always happy and laughing with her. She was a great full time nanny with us."
Reviewed by Qinkai Z.
Gessie P.
Hicksville, NY
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hi, my name is Gessie. Working with kids is my passion! I have extensive experience working with children of various ages. I volunteered for a year at my church's school as an aide in nursery and Pre K classes (ages 3-5). I spent six years as a catechist at my church teaching religious education to first graders. I have had...
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"Extremely dependable, soft spoken, my son enjoys his time with her. She has no problem with my dog or with the therapists that come in to the house for my son. She was willing to work late and covered me for a...
Reviewed by Rob L.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rockville Centre, NY
Toni-ann H.
5.0
Toni-ann has been a wonderful and reliable caregiver for our two daughters. She is communicative and flexible, helping out on a regular schedule and also as needed. She manages both girls and their squabbles very well, and they both really like being with her. We are confident in her ability to help...
- Katherine M.
Virginia V.
5.0
Virginia came to my rescue when I desperately needed a babysitter to go to work immediately and highly punctual! If in need I recommend!
- Care member
Nadia G.
5.0
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 to work, I interviewed many nannies and Nadia stood out from the start for her professionalism, kindness, and genuine love of children. She is a...
- Lisha H.
Khirishana K.
5.0
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 background so I felt reassured that my son's medications would be administered correctly. Always could depend on her even if it was last minute....
- Gaitri P.
Nadia E.
5.0
We hired Nadia last minute to watch our two boys, she was friendly, personable, and great with our kids! She was also very flexible with timing. Would highly recommend!
- Alexis C.
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