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Jalin A.
Sunnyside, NY
$21-27/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I am a current nursing student as well a certified nurses aid. I currently work in the hospital as a cna at the pediatric unit. I also pick up shifts in the nursing home as well. I am well versed in taking care or people with disabilities. I am very comfortable working with them as well.
Vasha A.
Sunnyside, NY
$15-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm Vasha, I am currently a sophomore at University, studying political science. As a camp counselor for children ages 4-6, I have learned how to become more patient while learning to be responsible in order to help these children grow. I assisted teachers with special-needs children, particularly in building routines with...
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Dolores D.
Sunnyside, NY
$17-22/hr
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I'm well experienced in taking care little kids and with special needs. Can cook, clean run errands.
5.0
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I enjoy working and helping the elderly. I worked with all different kinds of patients with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Mentally Disable, M. S, Diabetes, Cancer, Stroke, and special needs. I did medication reminders, preparing meals, bathing, dressing, feeding, cooking, laundry, doctors appointments, outdoor activities, and...
5.0
"Shereeda was with our family for over 5 years. She developed a strong, loving relationship with our mother for whom she was caring for. She was caring, gentle, compassionate and reliable. We were lucky to have...
Reviewed by Brad C.
5.0
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I hold a bachelors degree in developmental psychology from Brigham Young University, and have applied this degree to nannying positions and child development for many years.
Much of my experience is with special needs children, both as a nanny and in a clinical environment.
I have worked as a tutor in English, math, and...
5.0
"There is no one else I trust as much as Lexi. My kids adore her. They are 14 and 6 and she has nannied for me for the past couple of summers and we schedule her regularly for sitting. She is an absolute gem...
Reviewed by Melissa L.
Alexis G.
New York, NY
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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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
"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,...
Reviewed by Mo O.
5.0
(3)
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**Available for one-time/occasional sitting jobs only**
My experience includes three years as a full-time live-in nanny for fantastic preemie twins, who are now attending school full-time. I still care for the twins occasionally when their parents have to be away at the same time. Previously, I worked as a state-certified...
5.0
"Nicole worked for our family when our son was 20 months old and we also had 11 month old triplets.She was very hard working and was able to take care of the 4 children and help with chores around the house....
Reviewed by Steve O.
5.0
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I am a current speech-language pathologist with availability for occasional date night or weekend babysitting. I chose my profession because I have always loved working with kids. I have 12+ years of child care experience with children ranging from 5 months-12 years old, including children with special needs. I am responsible,...
5.0
"Copelyn has been the best nanny we could imagine having for our child. She is smart, kind, flexible, 100% attentive, and truly interested in the kids. She shares nuanced and smart observations about our...
Reviewed by Rebecca D.
5.0
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I have worked for over 15 years as a caregiver. My last assignment was for over two years as a private caregiver. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson and stroke patients. I am an extremely capable and compassionate person with extensive experience in elderly care. I am honest, trustworthy, and positive. I'm...
5.0
"I recommend Jennifer very highly. She took care of my father-in-law who had dementia, until he passed. She was compassionate, understanding, flexible, knowledgeable, resourceful, and dependable. She would...
Reviewed by Caroll K.
5.0
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I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I have cared for special needs kids. I am a energetic and reliable sitter. I will go above and beyond to meet your families needs.
5.0
"America is an absolutely amazing nanny! Though initially skeptical, after just one day with America, my two year old was praising her at dinnertime: Me: "How as your day?" 2 year old: "Good! With America!"...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(1)
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I have 30+ years of experience caring for and educating children from birth to young adults with & without special needs. I have been fingerprinted and background checked on file. I am currently trained & certified in Infant/Child & Adult First Aid, AED & CPR. I also have prior Mental Health First Aid Certification, along with...
5.0
"Deserie has been the most wonderful nanny we could have ever asked for. When she first met our baby at 3 months old, the way she held her and cared for her and knew how to calm her really gave me a sense of...
Reviewed by Matthew P.
Salonica J.
Brooklyn, NY
$46/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello parents! I'm Salonica and I have a passion for little ones. I have multiple years of experience in nannying and caring for persons with special needs. I'd love to fill your families life with fun, creativity, and assistance in daily home life and childcare.
5.0
"Salonica was the nanny of our 4 and 6 year old boys for about 3.5 years. She is fantastic - patient, punctual, kind, excellent driver, clean, trustworthy and the list goes on. Our family loves her dearly....
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(2)
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Hi! I'm Rachel and I'm 27 years old. I'm a passionate and experienced nanny that has been vetted by several different agencies in NYC including British American Household Staffing and The Nanny Authority. I am a confident, flexible, and reliable nanny with over 8 years in the childcare industry. Highly passionate about serving...
5.0
"Rachel worked with us for a year. She was always on time and has been passionate about her work with children. Her specialty was working one on one with our special needs son. This consisted of changing...
Reviewed by Genie E.
Sarah L.
Fresh Meadows, NY
$40/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! My name's Sarah , I'm 20 years old and currently in my 3rd year of undergraduate studies at St. John's University and going to be pursuing law school soon. I've been babysitting for about 5 years now, I work well with special needs children and have a 6-year-old autistic brother I take care of. I'm very passionate,...
5.0
"I am the Grandmother and have Sole and Physical Guardian since my Grandson was born. D. is now 6. I was working at the time as a surgical nurse. I needed someone I could trust. I spoke to friends of mine in the...
Reviewed by Janis T.
5.0
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My name is Perla. I'm a Computer Science college student with 8+ years of experience in child care and Math tutoring. I'm an English and Spanish native speaker. I'm very active. I love bike riding, playing soccer, playing guitar and ukulele. Also, I'm experienced with kids from ages 1 to 13 and kids with special needs.
5.0
"Perla is caring, responsible, clever and punctual. She is fabulous with my kids. She is patient, enthusiastic and deeply interested in their development. She has worked with us for over a year and we are...
Reviewed by Tirza S.
5.0
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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....
5.0
(1)
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I am Speech Language Therapist completing my clinical fellowship and looking for after school day work. I have experience with children who are typically and atypically developing. I can provide tutoring for children various topics including English, and communication skills. Also have my own transportation - if needed I can do...
Luz G.
Brooklyn, NY
$10-15/hr
5.0
(1)
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Bilingual (English/Spanish) employee with over 20 years of experience managing and assisting offices, wellness studios, restaurants, and families.
I had worked with special need kids.
5.0
(2)
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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
"Abigail is fabulous!! My kids love her!! All 4 of them! She does the dishes and picks up without ever being asked. She is so kind and nurturing! Very reliable and a great communicator!! Every moms dream...
Reviewed by Brooke C.
5.0
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Hello! My name is Casey, and I'm eager to match with my next family in New York City. ! I am a photographer and Vanderbilt University alumni. I love to hike, paint and cook/bake in my free time.
I am CPR and rescue certified, and have experience with children of all ages as well as special needs children. I've been babysitting...
5.0
"Casey watched our boys (3 & 6) for 9 months. She was very dependable and easy to communicate with. Our kids loved when she came. She was always engaged with our boys and took them on new adventures within our...
Reviewed by Danylle K.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sunnyside, NY
Shareeda R.
5.0
Shereeda was with our family for over 5 years. She developed a strong, loving relationship with our mother for whom she was caring for. She was caring, gentle, compassionate and reliable. We were lucky to have someone like Shereeda in our lives to help us through the challenges that getting older...
- Brad C.
Alexis H.
5.0
There is no one else I trust as much as Lexi. My kids adore her. They are 14 and 6 and she has nannied for me for the past couple of summers and we schedule her regularly for sitting. She is an absolute gem and the first person I call when I need a sitter! Responsible, great communicator, fun,...
- Melissa L.
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.
Nicole T.
5.0
She was an outstanding for our newborn twins and stayed with us for three years until they started pre-school. She is professional, reliable, flexible and her focus on the well-being of the children. She interacts with them in a positively reinforcing manner and teaches them through play. Given...
- Marwan H.
Copelyn K.
5.0
Copelyn has been the best nanny we could imagine having for our child. She is smart, kind, flexible, 100% attentive, and truly interested in the kids. She shares nuanced and smart observations about our daughters developments that I didn't think of or know myself (why she suddenly started ending...
- Rebecca D.
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