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Stony Brook, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I have been a special education teacher for 12 years. My experience is with people of all ages and disabilities. I have been a teacher for 17 years and worked as a nanny for 10. I can tutor, teach, care for, and be companion to any type of person. Contact me if youre interested!
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Stony Brook, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Fostering a child's growth and development is my true passion. With 14 years of experience caring for my special needs brother, I provide reliable, patient, and calm care for up to four children. I hold CPR Training and First Aid Training certifications to ensure a safe environment for all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I...
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Get To Know Me!!

Stony Brook, NY

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$24/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! I'm Arianna. I know how much trust it takes to let someone care for your child and my goal is to make you feel completely at ease. I have four years of childcare experience, including 1. 5 years as a nanny for a toddler and a newborn, as well as experience with special-needs care. I'm patient, gentle, and focused on each...
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Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hello my name is Gabby, I am a junior in college! I have been a caretaker for young children from the ages of 0-12. I also worked at playgroups summer camp as a counselor for children ages 2-8. My brother also had special needs as a toddler so I also have lots of experience in this area. I am also in the honors program at USJ...

Geoff P. says "Gabby watched our son this past july/August and was really good with him. We were sorry to see her go back to school so soon. We'd highly recommend her to...

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Retired School Teacher

Mount Sinai, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
I am a retired elementary school teacher. I am CPR/AED certified. I taught a Pre-K readiness program and designed a Pre-K music and arts curriculum. I have experience with special needs children. I am also a CNA and Geriatric Specialist. I am experienced in private and institutional settings. I offer child care, and companion /...

Liz B. says " I absolutely love Felicia! She has been such a big help to our family. My daughter always looks forward to seeing Felicia every week. We trust her very...

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Nesconset, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I have 20 yrs exp. Working W&W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's, Special needs, Hospice care and more. I can assist w/all Home Care needs & Light Housekeeping. I am a great cook (had a catering business ) love to feed my clients. Clean Drivers license as well as a clean background...

Care Member says "Elise is so kind, patient, trustworthy and reliable. She currently taking amazing care of my parents and they look forward to her visits. So happy to...

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Mount Sinai, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired teacher who has also worked as a volunteer for many years and also as a teacher. Helping those with special needs is a gift. We all have special things that make us unique. Helping a person with special needs reach their fullest potential is what I feel good about doing. I have extensive experience working with...
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Smithtown, NY

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Hello, I am David. I've worked with autistic kids and young adults at DDI for 2 years in the past. I've also worked with pediatric cancer patients for over 15 years and served as camp director for pediatric cancer patients and siblings. I am a NYS EMT, volunteer firefighter, retired police officer but chef by trade. I have...

Maureen R. says "We had the pleasure of working with Dave a few months ago -- what a great guy! His background is very interesting and varied. My son likes Dave a lot;...

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Middle Island, NY

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
I have babysat for many family friends over the years of all ages. I also have experience with special needs children from working summer camps at a school, NSSA. I have teaching experience and the required degrees.
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Farmingville, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Experienced & Loving Mom Offering In-Home Infant Care Hello! I am a proud mother of 2 grown 1 school-aged child with special needs. With him in school during the day, my mornings and early afternoons are wide open, and I am excited to open my home to care for your little one. While I don't hold formal certifications, my...
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Lake Grove, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
I am an experienced mother of 4. My girls are older now and I miss the younger years. I would like to help out other families who need childcare, I remember the days. I am currently work as an aide in a school district working with special needs children. I will be available for after school hours 3:30-5:30. Also...
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I'm Looking To Work A Child Care Position In The Mornings/afternoon's, I Have Of Lots Of Experience!

Farmingville, NY

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
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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Saint James, NY

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$27/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
home modification
errands
Supporting the well-being and independence of seniors is my true passion. With three years of experience, I provide compassionate, reliable care tailored to your loved one's unique needs. I hold a college degree and have completed First Aid Training. My services include meal preparation, light housekeeping, errands, and medical...
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The Babysitter Kids Always Love !

Selden, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Greetings, I am a 29-year-old mother blessed with three amazing children. My professional journey began as a nanny immediately after completing high school. Throughout the years, I have cultivated strong connections with the children I have looked after, witnessing their transformation into young adults. I take immense pride in...
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Selden, NY

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Bringing a decade of experience working with children, I offer nurturing and engaging care for your family. My background includes working as a special education aid and in daycare settings. I'm comfortable caring for up to three children aged 1 and older. Also, any animals you may have I can take care of that as well! I'm...
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Holtsville, NY

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$19/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a 63-year-old grand mother of two twin girls have CPR training and a grandchild with special needs I watch them each week and care for them for eight hours plus while my daughter works as a nurse. I am a mother of two girls also that are now professional adults. Would love to have a meet with you and your family.
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Looking To Gain More Experience With Babies And Younger Children

Centereach, NY

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$13/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I currently work as a caregiver to special needs adults I use to work with children and would love to again. I would consider myself a kind caring person whose responsible and mature. I'm a creative type of person and my favorite hobby is learning new hobbies and teaching others. I know how to crochet, sew, paint/face paint,...
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Coram, NY

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
As a friendly and nurturing caregiver with over 3 years of childcare experience, I am passionate about supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option for them. My experience includes caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I am comfortable enforcing household rules while following the parents'...
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Lake Grove, NY

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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi! I am an enthusiastic 32-year-old nanny with over 16 years of experience working with children of all ages from infants to the bigger ones :-) . I worked at the Cross Island YMCA as a swim instructor for toddlers, ran the YMCA special needs camp, and worked as an ABA therapist over the years. I am CPR and First Aid certified....
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Private Advanced Child Care

Centereach, NY

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Hello! My passion is caring for those who need it most, babies, children and special needs, combined with my education of psychology, child development and autism, my goal is to enhance and relieve the lives of every family I work for with application of who I am, my experience, and my skills which are based within the most...
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Gabriella B.

Gabby watched our son this past july/August and was really good with him. We were sorry to see her go back to school so soon. We'd highly...

- Geoff P.

Felicia C.

I absolutely love Felicia! She has been such a big help to our family. My daughter always looks forward to seeing Felicia every week. We...

- Liz B.

Elise H.

Elise is so kind, patient, trustworthy and reliable. She currently taking amazing care of my parents and they look forward to her visits....

- Care member

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