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Sherra F.

DSP & AMAP

Roosevelt, NY

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$18/hr
I work as a special education paraprofessional at a middle school. As a 1 to 1 and at times as a classroom paraprofessional. Assisting the students with daily tasks, by using verbal prompts, gestural prompts to help redirect them and keep them on tasks, whilst also encouraging independence & following their IEP. I also have...
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Denisha D.

Roosevelt, NY

from
$18/hr
I would be great companion because I am very social and patient. I would like to help people grow and gain solidity in social and independent settings.
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Patricia O.

27 Years Experience Working With Special Needs Children And General Education Also

Merrick, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, I've worked and presently still am a special needs teachers aide for s school district. I also have worked for a few families over the past 13 years with children ages 6 months thru 16 yrs. My hours in the school district are from eight till 12 noon. I am available after that time. I have many references if needed and thank...

Casey S. says "Patti was a wonderful caretaker for our 4 year old son. She's reliable, punctual and has a very calm disposition that any child would respond quickly to....

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Marjorie H.

Part Time Babysitting

East Meadow, NY

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
I have 3 grown children and one grandchild so I am quite experienced with the care and safety of children and babies Also having been a licensed nurse for many years is a help when there are special needs involved I am very safety conscious and love to care for children and have the patience and a calm temperament as well
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Ishawrah J.

Cambria Heights, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
Hello there! Am a loving and energetic baby sitter. Am honest, jovial and punctual. I started babysitting 9 years ago. Worked with newborns, infants, toddlers and teenagers. The last family I worked for I did 5 years with them however they moved back to their home land. I have an 8yrs old daughter and I live in Queens. I have...

Oneisha S. says "I hired Ishawra to take care of my 8 months old daughter during the day and my 10 year old son after he got home from school. I admired the way she took...

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Ryan M.

Child Care

Massapequa, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
I am a kind hearted and fun loving nanny. I do not have any children of my own. I have been a babysitter/nanny since I was 14 years old. I have taken care of children ages 6 weeks to 14 years. I have also dealt with multiples and children with special needs. I don't mind pets, but I am allergic to cats. I enjoy keeping children...

Tim R. says "We were a family of 5 (6 now!) and Ryan was our sitter for almost two years before she moved to South Florida. She is amazing with the kids and quickly...

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Maya N.

Queens Village, NY

5.0(1)
from
$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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Jaely M.

Valley Stream, NY

4.8(1)
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$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello My name is Jaely, I am a 20-year-old native New Yorker. I come from a big family and that has given me the opportunity to be able to to relate to children of all age ranges . I am experienced with special needs children as well. I am willing to do light housekeeping and grocery shop. I'm very hard working and when given a...

Care Member says "She was very good with my little one, patient with him as well. Attentive to both my boys. "

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Sheima A.

Springfield Gardens, NY

5.0(0)
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$45/hr
10 years experience
I have been in special needs field for over 15 years. I work closely with diverse group of people: ADD/ ADHD, Autism, Asperger's syndrome, learning disabilities, speech impairment, and non-complaint behavior. My experience have taught me the value of patience and encouragement. My skill allow me to meet the needs of every...
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Marcelle H.

Caring, Honest And Diligent. Senior caregiver

Elmont, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
errands
live-in home care
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a skilled Nursing Assistant, with more than 25 years of experience. Over the years I performed different duties in the Healthcare Industry, including taking care of clients with Alzheimers / Dementia and special needs. I also have experience with administering and managing medications. I am an outstanding multitasker and...

Ed F. says "Very professional. Skilled. She had a warm demeanor that puts my elder at ease."

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Suzanne S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Bellmore, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Suzanne, but you can call me Suzie! I work FT as a MICA Recovery Program Supervisor, supporting adults w/ Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders. I'm trained in crisis prevention, CPR, Mental Health First Aid, & more-so safety & well-being are always my top priorities. I spent 4 years as a Level II Child...

Daniel S. says "Suszi was great my kids loved her she was on time very responsible and trustworthy. We would definitely hire her again. Thank u Suezi! "

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Nalijah W.

Amityville, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently employed as a Special Education Teacher's Assistant at a Charter School in Dekalb County. I have experience working with children from kindergarten to twelfth grade. Daily I help my students understand material that they find difficult. During the summer months I work as a director at camp for children with...
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Adriana O.

Mineola, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Adriana. I am 24 years old and 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...

Kristina F. says "Adriana solely cared for our daughter from 3 months old to 11 months old. It is not easy to find the right fit when looking for a nanny for your new...

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Danielle I.

Caregiver/House Manager

Elmont, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
live-in home care
companionship
+ 1 more
I am a very compassionate, caring, reliable and trustworthy person. The uniqueness about myself is I have friends of ALL AGES and very easy to get along with!! I realized for myself after caring for individuals and families, it takes a certain kind of personality and patience to do this work. I first got into this field by...

Kristen D. says "We have worked and are still working with Danielle going on 2+ years. She has become part of our family. She is able to handle shopping, errand...

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Rosaria C.

Oceanside, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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

Katelyn K. says "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...

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Debra S.

Need Help?

Levittown, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
I have been a Nanny for over 16 years with experience with infants to teens. The past 5 years I have also worked with a high functioning Austic boy who was 13 when I started. I got him from bus after school and kept him busy till aid arrived.. we did puzzles.. games.. talked about his day.
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Alexa F.

Massapequa, NY

5.0(1)
from
$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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Shalyce J.

Super Nanny

Hempstead, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
As a dedicated childcare provider with eight years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have been incredibly rewarding, and I'm excited to continue making a positive impact on young lives. I believe that patience and creativity are essential qualities for...

Care Member says "Shalyce is absolutely amazing! I was so lucky to have ended up having her for our baby nurse. She is sweet, kind, patient, honest, and trustworthy....

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Renee O.

Experienced Always Available Childcare in Queens With All Hours, Including Full Time and Part-Time Hours.

Rosedale, NY

4.5(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I owned and operated a day care business for 13 years. The day care was operated on a full time basis at my home. I am kind, patient, and loving enough to care for children with special needs.

Care Member says "Awesome lady, enjoyed Renee very much "

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Malika J.

Elmont, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
I am a loving and patient nanny/Doula with four years of experience. I have extensive background and training in dealing with children, Special need (Autism and behavioral issues). As perviously a Child Protective Specialist. Supported with a bachelors degree in counseling. I focused on child care and health, supported by a...

Care Member says "We have had a wonderful experience with Malika. She connected with my very shy toddler who typically does not warm up to anyone quickly, in addition to...

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Patricia O.

Patti was a wonderful caretaker for our 4 year old son. She's reliable, punctual and has a very calm disposition that any child would...

- Casey S.

Ishawrah J.

I hired Ishawra to take care of my 8 months old daughter during the day and my 10 year old son after he got home from school. I admired the...

- Oneisha S.

Ryan M.

We were a family of 5 (6 now!) and Ryan was our sitter for almost two years before she moved to South Florida. She is amazing with the kids...

- Tim R.

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