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Hendrik J.


Mattituck, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, Professional Big Ole Teddy Bear.

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Hi, My name is Hendrik. I'm 29 and south African. I love swimming and the outdoors but I'm also a big geek and love books and gaming. I have been working in the care industry almost 10 years and have had such an amazing experience from taking care of infants to being a companion for seniors... I have done it all from assisting...
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Malcolm M.


Riverhead, NY

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Full Time Companionship House Keeping And Meal Prep

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Very Friendly energetic and experienced in healthcare prior experience in special needs care and fall and safety prevention Personal growth training for my BSN RN
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Brenda S.


Ivoryton, CT

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Compassionate And Dependable Caregiver

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For over 20 years I have worked with individuals with various special needs and challenges so my experience is quite diverse. I am so passionate about what I do I am a guardian for a gentleman with developmental disabilities. During my profession I have worked with individuals with autism, behavioral issues, developmental...
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Sally Durso D.


Clinton, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Funny, Fashionable And Flexible

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I started working with children when I attended college and worked part time as a teacher's assistant. I also was a substitute teacher for the New Haven Board of Education. Later I became a kindergarten teacher in the Guilford school system. I also worked privately as a nanny for two professional families. Additionally, I...
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Rachel V.


Old Saybrook, CT

$18-20/hr8 yrs exp

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Hello! I'm a paraprofessional with a psychology degree and enjoy working with kids and adults of all ages. I'm flexible and willing to learn new things and have been working on my RBT training and already work with one individual with ASD. I was on the track team at CCSU so I love to stay active and have a specialty in math...
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Vicki P.


Niantic, CT

$16-19/hr10 yrs exp

Mother Of 6, Grandmother Of 17

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I'm an extremely active, fun-loving mother of 6 (now adult) children and 17 grandchildren. I enjoy outdoor activities, creative play, helping out around the house and just generally caring for others. I'm an avid gardener and enjoy sharing my love for nature with both children and adults. I'm excited to spend my days seeing the...
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Alison C.


Mattituck, NY

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

A Caregiver Who Truly Cares.

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My name is Alison. I started homecare 10 years ago. since then, I started working at the hospital because I loved everything about the work I was doing. I am an aspiring nurse. I have continued my education not too long ago. with going back to school and being a mom, I think homecare is a better place for me to be. I am...
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Alexia H.


Riverhead, NY

$25/hr5 yrs exp

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I'm Alexia I've been working with the special needs population since I graduated high school in 2009. I also have a special needs family member. Since 2009 I've worked with 2 different agencies that take care of special needs. I love working with special needs.
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Karen R.


Southampton, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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I am a 53-year-old mother of 3. I worked with special needs children for 20 plus years before having my own children. Since then I've been watching children in my home , including some with autism.
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Emily K.


Southampton, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hey there! I have 10+ years of childcare experience, including several years at childcare center. I have worked with special needs adults for 10+ years. For the last 3 years I have been traveling the states and house/pet sitting. I can provide multiple references/reviews upon request. I have my bachelor's in psychology & human...
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Nicole C.


Hampton Bays, NY

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

CNA With A Bachelors In Psychology

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Hello! My name is Nicole and I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant with years of experience working with people with mental and physical disabilities in nursing homes and private homes. I also have a Bachelors degree in Psychology from the University at Buffalo! If you would like to know more about me or have any questions feel free...
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Emily L.


East Hampton, NY

$25-30/hr

Special Education Minor BA

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I have worked for many years with a child with Aspergers. During college I worked at a camp for emotional disturbed children.
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Cherie G.


Clinton, CT

$22-40/hr10 yrs exp

Patient And Caring

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Very patient person who loves to take care of others! Graduated as a Medical Assistant, worked as a paraprofessional for years with special needs children, ran an at home daycare while raising my own children. Enjoyed taking care of many family members and friends with medical needs. Previous experience includes care of all...
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Karen R.


Southampton, NY

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

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I am a 53-year-old married mother of three. I have taken care of special needs children and adults for 20+ years. I also took care of my handicap sister and my mother with dementia before having to place them in a nursing home. I am available weekdays
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Alivia C.


Westbrook, CT

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Care For Children That Have Disabilities/Special Needs

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I spent most of my high school experience working with students who have special needs! I participated in Unified sports and volunteered with Westbrook's Buddy Baseball team! I was partnered to work with a young student who struggled with developing social skills and who struggled with ADHD during my last year of high school and...
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Danielle F.


Riverhead, NY

$22-30/hr1 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

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I have 4 years of experience of caring for elders in their home & nursing home setting. I can help with Travel, Cooking/Meal Preparation, Laundry, & housekeeping. I have my license & car. I have my CNA, I'm CPR & first aid certified. I have also worked with special needs.
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Angela B.


Mattituck, NY

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

Willing To Come To You Special Needs Children!!

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I am a certified home health aide, and a a mother of two older kids with special needs. Autism and ADD/adhd experienced along with severe anxiety . I'm great with animals, and looking to care for others. 22 years experience..
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Leslie F.


East Hampton, NY

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

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Hello there! My name is leslie I am a nanny/caregiver. I have 5 years old experience at the age of 20. I have taken care of children from the ages of 0-13. I am comfortable and able to take care of children with special needs. I have been a travel nanny and am comfortable with flying with families. I can provide many references...
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Cherie G.


Clinton, CT

$20-32/hr10 yrs exp

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Very patient person who loves to take care of others! Graduated as a Medical Assistant, worked as a paraprofessional for years with special needs children, ran an at home daycare while raising my own children. Enjoyed taking care of many family members and friends with medical needs. Previous experience includes care of all...
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Angela C.


Sagaponack, NY

$39/hr7 yrs exp

Angela

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I live in Ridgewood Queens but spend the summer in the Hamptons. I have been babysitting for the past seven years and have been a teacher for four. I have worked with kids with kids with disabilities and on the spectrum, including non verbal children. I am working on becoming a behavior technician for special needs clients. I am...

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