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60 special needs caregivers are listed in South Richmond Hill, NY
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years
Special needs caregivers in South Richmond Hill, NY
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I love kids and I'm caring and compassionate, yet firm. I love to play and I'm happy to do housework and assorted tasks that need to get done.
Job experience:
Taught classes at a special needs school
Worked at a swimming pool for 5+ years
Admin experience while attending university
5.0
"Abigal was amazing! Always on time, flexible, and was the best at tidying up any little messes or finishing undone housework! My daughter, animals, and I loved her! "
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Shabnam A.
Ozone Park, NY
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Experience with kids: 14 YEARS experience with kids of variable ages. Prior experience with kids with special needs
CPR CERTIFIED: YES
FIRST AID CERTIFIED : YES
DRIVER LICENSE : YES
CAR: YES
SCHOOL: SOME COLLEGE
SMOKE OR DRINK: NO (NEVER)
5.0
"Shabnam has been working with us since Fall 2021 and has been an indispensable part of our lives. In just 8 hours a week (she does two 4-hour morning shifts), Shabnam has become a central character in our...
Reviewed by Arin A.
Alexis G.
New York, NY
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello! I am 27 years old, originally from California. I have been a nanny for 8 years. I have experience with children with special needs. I am bilingual and looking for a new family to care for!
5.0
"Alexis worked for us for 3 years and sadly moved to NY. She is amazing with my girls and very responsible, I would definitely recommend her to anyone. She has become part of our family and was a tremendous help...
Reviewed by Seda H.
Katherine B.
New York, NY
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Special/Deaf Education Teacher With Master's Degree, 5+ Years Experience
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I am currently a teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing and I am looking for part time tutoring/childcare opportunities. In 2017, I received my Master of Arts in Teaching from The College of New Jersey and am in my 7th year of teaching. I have experience as a college-level academic writing tutor, American Sign Language...
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"Katie is amazing. We have worked with her for years. She is a great role model for my children in all she does. She is also great with the kids, knowing how to get them motivated for homework while still being...
Reviewed by Ashleigh S.
Oscar R.
Brooklyn, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
12+ Years Experience Of Direct Support For Variety Of Developmental Disabilities
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Hello!
I have over 10 yrs of experience in providing supports and care for children and adults with PDD and ASD. I've received training in ABA therapy and have extensive work history with a focus on daily life goals, as well as music therapy (I play and teach several instruments), cooking, outdoor activities, and exercise (I...
5.0
"Oscar is a very well-rounded person. He takes his job seriously. He has a calm approach to challenges. He is astute."
Reviewed by Megan I.
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Hi! My name is Liza and I am a doctoral candidate at Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology. I have babysat and nannied children from infancy to high school for the past nine years. I absolutely love working with kids, whether it's babysitting, working as a camp counselor, tutoring, or working with special needs students. I have...
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"We hired Liza a few weeks ago to care for our daughter 1.5 days a week while I sleep between work shifts. Liza has a thorough resume of experience and is skilled with children. She is professional, punctual,...
Reviewed by Loren W.
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Hi my name is Ashley! I am a 28-year-old woman who is 2nd grade teacher. My passion is working with kids, I love being around children and being a part of their growth. Prior to being a 2nd grade teacher, I was a teacher in a preschool program for 4 years and prior to that I worked in a toddler program. I have babysat for over...
5.0
"Ashley is a loving, nurturing, and caring person. She has a way with children that is remarkable! Working with children ranging from ages 3-9 throughout her career, I know that she is more than capable of...
Reviewed by Amy M.
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I am looking for temporary work as a sitter or caregiver for disabled kids, most of my experience is autism related.
I work full time at a day treatment facility/ school program for kids with disabilities and behavioral issues. As a Teaching Assistant/paraprofessional I am responsible for helping students with classwork,...
5.0
"Kerry is provides the utmost care for her clients. She communicates well, understands the motivations and demonstrates empathy. Her clients, love and respect her. Because of this you should seriously...
Reviewed by Lewis T.
Maryann L.
Whitestone, NY
$40/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Presently employed as a nanny and personal assistant for six years to a lovely family in Port Washington. In addition to providing childcare services, I assist the family with organizational projects , meal preparation, errands and light housekeeping. Prior to this position I was a dietary chef working in a special needs home. I...
5.0
"Dependable and punctual, and just a decent human being"
Reviewed by David R.
Diarra F.
New York, NY
$37/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.3
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My name is Jara, I have 6years plus experience of being a nanny. I major in biology. I'm young but very matured. My last job I took care of 3 kids myself. I have experience with children of all ages and children with special needs. I will pick your children from school and bring them home. Make sure backpacks are clean and...
5.0
"Diarra is loving and trustworthy. She is great with the kids and has a lot of patience. She goes above and beyond all the time to make sure the kids are okay and have everything that they need. She is great."
Reviewed by Fatou D.
3.7
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My care-giving experience is extensive, which has exposed me to a wide range of cultures and backgrounds. I have worked with families who had children with ASD, CP, ADHD, etc. so I understand the responsibilities that are expected of me as a special needs caregiver. One thing that I have learned from care-giving is that each...
5.0
"Natalia is a kind, compassionate person who takes time to understand the person she is caring for and is very thoughtful with everything she does. She is reliable, responsible and caring."
Reviewed by Victoria G.
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...
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Hi there! My name is Elizabeth, I am a registered nurse in the neonatal intensive care unit in the city! Aside from my nursing degree, I have over 10 years of experience in childcare, ranging from the structured setting of a child care center to a more flexible at home babysitting setting. I have also taken on the role as coach,...
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"Elizabeth is absolutely amazing with children of all ages. She has cared for my children during various periods over the past 5 years. She is responsible, communicative and yet still fun! My children...
Reviewed by Michele R.
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During my community service in High School, I volunteered at an Elementary as an after-school care helper. I helped care for kids with Special Needs and, on a regular basis, every day I would assist in caring for a class of 20 kids ranging in age from 5 to 7 years old kids. I totally loved the experience of sharing in their fun...
5.0
"Maribel is helping us with house cleaning and childcare once per week. We have known her for almost 2 years now and we couldn't have been happier with her. She is very meticulous in her work always leaving the...
Reviewed by Nikoletta V.
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Hello! I am currently a senior in college. I have experience caring for children from age 1 to 12 and have worked with special needs before. I am a student-athlete so I love spending time outside and being active with kids. I also love doing crafts or baking!
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"Warning - Two "type-A" parents here (tech and private equity types)- We hired Zoe to watch our twins while we were out at an event. First thing, she's great at communication. She was very clear, asked great...
Reviewed by Dion B.
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I have extensive experience working with children with developmental and intellectual disabilities including working in both a mild/moderate classroom setting and in a severe needs Autism program. I am a respite caregiver during the school year through social services and care for children ages 3-15 with varying disabilities....
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My name is Ali and I am a 32-year-old special education teacher. I have my graduate degree in Elementary Education and Special Education, as well as a master's in Curriculum and Instruction. I have had babysitting experience since I was in 6th grade, including full-time nannying positions over many summers. My mother also...
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"Ali first babysat for our son when he was 3 months old. She's the first babysitter we ever left him with, and I could not have felt more instantly comfortable. She's warm and enthusiastic, and our son took to...
Reviewed by Katie L.
Savanna B.
Woodside, NY
$14-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hello! I'm Savanna. I've been a waitress at Friendlys for 3 years now. I just moved back to the city! I have three years of experience with a child who suffered Aspergers. I have two years of experience with infants as his baby brother was born a year after. I have open availability and transportation to you or for children to...
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Hi! I recently graduated from Elon University with a degree in Strategic Communications. During my junior and senior year, I had the privilege of babysitting a little boy. He was 6 months old when I started, so it was wonderful to see him grow! I am so thankful for the beautiful bond I formed with him and his family. Throughout...
Mehnaz J.
Brooklyn, NY
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Greetings! I have years of experience babysitting children of ages 7 months through 17 years, and I have experience with special needs kids too since I have cared for and looked after 3 kids on completely different spectrums of autism. I love children of all ages; I find them to be the easiest company in the world and I've found...
5.0
"Very dependable, she went to the moon and back for my little ones, and that's all I ever ask. Thank you again."
Reviewed by Donald N.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in South Richmond Hill, NY
Abigail H.
5.0
Abigal was amazing! Always on time, flexible, and was the best at tidying up any little messes or finishing undone housework! My daughter, animals, and I loved her!
- Care member
Shabnam A.
5.0
Shabnam was consistent, reliable and very nurturing and caring with our daughter. She was patient, respectful and a very kind.
- Care member
Alexis G.
5.0
We hire Alexis while our regular sitter was out on a gig for about two months.
We absolutely loved having Alexis support us, and my child LOVED spending time with Alexis as well.
Alexis was gentle, caring, thoughtful and a great communicator -- which was such an important element to me...
- Mo O.
Katherine B.
5.0
Katie is amazing. We have worked with her for years. She is a great role model for my children in all she does. She is also great with the kids, knowing how to get them motivated for homework while still being Miss Katie. She is awesome!
- Ashleigh S.
Oscar R.
5.0
Very dependable, kind, caring, patient, really cut out for this kind of work.
- Richard I.
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Ratings for South Richmond Hill, NY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in South Richmond Hill, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.