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Ana Z.

Stony Brook, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Blood Sugar Testing. Look forward to hearing from you!
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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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Get To Know Me!!

Stony Brook, NY

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$24/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
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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Stony Brook, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
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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Stony Brook, NY

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Jenna I absolutely adore children and I really enjoy helping out in any way needed. I have taken care of a wide age range of children from infants&toddlers to pre teen. I also have experience in special needs care. I can help with light housekeeping, laundry, carpooling, errands and grocery shopping, swimming...
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Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
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
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
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
Dementia
meal prep
errands
companionship
light cleaning
+ 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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Hauppauge, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
meal prep
I'm currently a 19-year-old college student who has been babysitting for a few years. I have experience with special needs children, specifically autism, and I have my own transportation and am willing to drive and work flexible hours.

Erin P. says "Gabriella has been our morning sitter since September and has been such a rock for me and the kids. I can rely on her to be on time, the kids know they have...

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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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Part-time Care Giver

Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
visiting physician
hospice services
Ive had about a year or 2 of caring for seniors and also children with special needs. I love helping people and I enjoy being part of ones life in need. I'm responsible and a compassionate person.

Emil R. says "Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be...

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Caregiver

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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Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...

Meryl B. says "I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my...

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East Setauket, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Alyssa. I am 26 years old. I have been working with kids since I was 15. I have worked with every age group. I was a preschool teacher, substitute teacher. I have my bachelors degree. I also, have experience with disabled kids and special needs kids. I have been a nanny for a year. I also, taught dance and...

Michelle G. says "Alyssa has been babysitting my children for 5 years now and I have seen her become a preschool teacher and grow with the children. It is wonderful she...

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Middle Island, NY

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
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
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
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. (6 and 7-year-olds) I will be available for after school hours...
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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
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
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
Home modification
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
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
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
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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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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