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Mirna R.

Empathy Makes You A Good Human Being

Shelter Island, NY

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$22/hr
1 year experience
I am Yasmin, an islander, looking for an opportunity to help care for people with special needs, to help them integrate into the world and feel like better people, loved like every human being.
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Angela

Sagaponack, NY

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$39/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
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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Mom Of Six Kids

Sag Harbor, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello, my name is Viviane and I am looking to take care of children. My youngest is 10 and the oldest is already 23 years old. I'm reliable, somewhat flexible regarding time as my older girls are able to look after the younger ones. I have plenty of experience with children. My son who's 13 is on the autism spectrum, so I'm...
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Babysitter/Nanny

Bridgehampton, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a recently graduated university student who loves children and is very energetic. I have about 10 years of experience working with children of all ages, as well as program training with special needs individuals. I am CPR certified, can cook, and am a very strong swimmer. I am happy to help out with any household needs as...
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Sag Harbor, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Errands
meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Viviane, I am 47 years old and have been working as a elderly caregiver throughout my college years in my home country of Switzerland. I moved to the US 24 years ago. I have worked for a family in East Hampton taking care of their elderly parents. I am looking for night shift work as my kids have gotten older....
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Babysitter

East Hampton, NY

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Devon. I am a 28-year-old professional. I am a graduate of Duke University where I played D1 lacrosse and now work remotely as a Producer at a award winning Marketing agency. I'm a very active person & maintaining a vibrant, healthy lifestyle is of utmost importance to me. I am a creative, kind-hearted...
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Caregiver With Extreme Passion

Bridgehampton, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I started as an aid in Bridgehampton school district in 2014 After the first year I decided to get my TA certificate. I decided to stay working as an aid because bridgehampton with pay 100% for any continuing education. I then decided to get my RBT and am currently a behavioral therapist as well. I put my heart into every child...
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Care Giver Available

Southold, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have plus 20 years as a care giver. I have just finished a course for certification as a CNA. I have worked with children, adults and seniors.
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Special Education Student.

Sagaponack, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently receiving my Masters in Special Education with a focus on applied behavioral analysis. I have worked early childhood with children with developmental delays and on the spectrum. I have tutored children in special education. I am working to become a BCBA in New York State.
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East Hampton, NY

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Hello, My name is Caitlin and I have recently graduated from Mississippi State University and looking for a nannying position for the summer. I am the second oldest of 5 children and have plenty of babysitting/nannying experience. I am CPR and First Aid American Red Cross certified. I would love to chat further about...
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East Hampton, NY

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi families! My name is Patricia and I live in East Hampton with my husband, who is a local here. I've been part of this community for a year now, and I'm excited to offer my help to local families. I have strong experience caring for babies, toddlers, and children with special needs, and I'm known for being reliable, patient,...
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Handy And Willing To Help

Sag Harbor, NY

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$46/hr
10 years experience
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Respiratory Care. I have Home care experience and sub acute care experience as well as acute care experience. I love Being a Nurse and I am passionate about what I do.
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East Hampton, NY

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$25/hr
7 years experience
I am mom of a special needs child ( Downs Syndrome) so I have firsthand experience with special needs requirements and how to go about helping and caring for them on a daily basis. I do not have a car but I have no problem getting to work. I am reliable and a fast learner as well. I hope to be given the chance to help take care...
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Fun, Loving, Professional Big Ole Teddy Bear.

Mattituck, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "I would recommend him to anyone. Took great care of my mother in law and was a great team player with all the aids."

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Riverhead, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
I have taken care of special needs children in the past. I babysit a young boy for 5 years who had diagnosed ADHD amongst other behavioral issues.
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Graduate Student In Early Childhood Special Education, Former Autism Play Therapist : Yoga For Kids Certified

Westbrook, CT

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
10 years experience
Hello, Katie Liljedahl here and I am a graduate student at UC Denver studying Early Childhood Special Education. I began my work with children with special needs upon graduating college with a BA in English and nannying for a family with three children. The youngest child had cerebellum ataxia and was non ambulatory. I...
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Long Time Early Childhood Educator

Westbrook, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
It takes a village to raise a child and while many of us resonate with this age old adage, our culture is simply not set up for the modern family to reap the benefits of community support flowing in from all directions. I thrive off creating nurturing bonds with children and engaging with them in authentic and creative ways....

Starry K. says "I had the privilege of teaching preschool with Katie at Alphabet Academy. She is kind, creative and passionate about working with children. She always...

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Niantic, CT

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$17/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I work with young children and I also have experience with special needs kids and I work with seniors as well.
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Fun And Caring Sitter!

Westbrook, CT

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Alivia and I'm from Westbrook! I am attending SCSU for my Master's degree in Speech Pathology. Spring 2024 I graduated from UConn with a bachelor's degree in Speech Language and Hearing Sciences and minored in Early Childhood Education. I have much experience working with young children and both children and adults...
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Available For All Caregiving

Mattituck, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
I'm Angela, I am a mom of two and a certified home health aide. I have extensive experience with children and special needs children. my experience range in all ages and I am committed to providing the best and most professional job performance. I'm very patient, loyal and caring. I look forward to hearing from u and getting to...
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