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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Shirley, NY

The average rate is $19/hr as of June 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Shirley, NY

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Ciara L.


Medford, NY

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

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I am 22 yers old and a dedicated hard worker. I am PCA certified. I am AMAP, SCIP, and CPR/ first aid certified. I worked for 2 non profit agencies assisting individuals with special needs including MH, PD, as well behavioral. I worked as a DSP for 2 years at ADD and 2 years at IGHL as a DHS/DCC. I Love helping others make the...
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Mackenzy B.


Farmingville, NY

$22/hr6 yrs exp

I'm Looking To Work A Child Care Position In The Mornings/afternoon's, I Have Of Lots Of Experience!

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I'd describe my personality as caring, responsible, and empathetic I like working with kids because it's a great way to stay busy and help out parents with busy work lives I'm looking for a job that I can do morning/ afternoons at while I'm off from school I started working with kids when I was very young watching my...
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Christina F.


Patchogue, NY

$25-42/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello, My every day job is being in charge of about 60 employees ranging from age 15 to 50 at a facility that teaches swimming lessons and lifeguarding an indoor pool. With this, I work with children as young as 6 months to adulthood, including special needs. I am a certified Lifeguard with First Aid & CPR training, a certified...
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Stephanie N.


Farmingville, NY

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Ull-Time Nanny And Housekeeper

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My name is Stephanie, I am 56 years old and a mother of three wonderful children. I am looking for part-time summer work. I'm a teaching assistant so I would need to go back to work at the end of August, however I am available for date nights and weekends throughout the entire year. I am certified in infant, child and adult CPR...
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Madison E.


Mastic Beach, NY

$25-50/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello! I have years of experience with children with autism and add/adhd. I'm extremely passionate about what I do and would love to be apart of your team
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Stephanie N.


Farmingville, NY

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Teaching Assistant Looking For After School Work.

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Hi my name is Stephanie and I am a special needs teaching assistant. I have been working for Western Suffolk BOCES for the last 10 years and I love it. I have worked with infants all the way up to the age of 16. I love that I can make a difference in the lives of the children that I work with.
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Kaitlyn R.


Blue Point, NY

$17-23/hr1 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional For Maryhaven

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I have been a DSP (Direct Support Professional) going on 6 months now with Maryhaven center of hope taking care of the mentally disabled of all ages from 20-60+ Working with individuals with cerebral palsy, autism, and etc along with individuals with seizure disorders, choking hazards, blind and unable to walk on their own.
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Megan T.


Holtsville, NY

$19-25/hr2 yrs exp

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My name is Megan and I am 23 years old! I am currently a PreK teacher at NIS, a school for children who have learning disabilities. I got my early childhood/ childhood degree from SUNY Oneonta and completed it in 2021. If you have any questions please feel free to message me!
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Giovanna B.


Holtsville, NY

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

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Hi! I am a responsible, caring, and patient future teacher. I have been babysitting for the last seven years and have experience with children ranging in ages from newborn - 12 years old. I currently work as a 1:1 aide at a preschool for children with special needs so I am comfortable caring for children of all needs. I am...
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Elisia W.


East Moriches, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Experienced, And Reliable Sitter

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Hi! I am the mom of 4 children (most older and out of the house) & have only my 6-year-old daughter left. I am well experienced in infant (preemie) to adult/ child/senior special needs care. I am First Aid & CPR certified, have a clean drivers license, reliable SUV and clean background check. I have a bachelor's degree and am...
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Emma K.


Farmingville, NY

$22/hr6 yrs exp

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Hi! my name is Emma I am 22 years old. I am CPR and first aid certified. I have been a lifeguard for 6 years so I have experience with little kids and making sure they are safe. I am currently a TA in a special needs school the children I work with are 10 years old and I absolutely adore them. Im also in school for speech...
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Katherine M.


Center Moriches, NY

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Katherine! I am currently a full-time graduate student in the Stony Brook University programs earning a Masters degree in Occupational Therapy. I am new to care. com but have had experience in the past caring for different families. I babysat for one family for around 3 years, in which one of the children was...
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Edgar S.


Coram, NY

$50/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Fitness, Games & Activities, Recreational Opportunities

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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...
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Carly R.


Medford, NY

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

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I started babysitting at the age of 14 up until the age of 18. Aside from babysitting, my first real job in child care was at a children's play facility where I worked birthday parties and watched for the safety of the children while in the facility. Last summer I started at Just Kids Special Needs Preschool as a Teachers...
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Giovanna B.


Holtsville, NY

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

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Hi! I am a responsible, caring, and patient future teacher. I have been babysitting for the last seven years and have experience with children ranging in ages from newborn - 12 years old. I currently work as a 1:1 aide at a preschool for children with special needs so I am comfortable caring for children of all needs. I am...
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Yvette B.


Coram, NY

$26-40/hr3 yrs exp

Private Or Medicaid Home Care Provider

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I'm available to work on the east end of Long Island, I have a broad home care background with 20+ years of experience. I'm comfortable with children and seniors. ** Lifting with supportive devices only** I'm looking forward to enhancing the quality of your life.
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Sam F.


Mastic, NY

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

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I am a 19-year-old college student studying to be a childhood special education teacher. I am currently a student aide at a Boces elementary school but I am trying to gain experience with children with varying needs.
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Angela G.


Coram, NY

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello, I'm looking for a nanny position starting in January. I'm due November 1st with a baby girl. I've been a nanny/ preschool teacher for 10 years tons of experience with all ages and plenty of references :). Looking 3 to 4 days per week times are up to you. Experienced with twins and special needs. Non smoker and CPR...

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Work for a special needs and I enjoy every moment of it. Helping and advocating when they can't. They're amazing people
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Karin F.


Medford, NY

$25-30/hr

Special needs caregiver.

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Hello! I taught English part time at local colleges for 20 years, and my children are grown. Both have high functioning autism and I am familiar with behavior plans, IEP process, etc. I am kind, patient, educated, fit and mature. I love to sit on the floor and play games and make crafts and be outdoors. I will tidy up without...

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