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Kathleen B.


Tuckahoe, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Professional

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I have worked in childcare for nearly 25 years, caring for children from infancy to school age. I have worked both in and out of the home, part-time and full-time managing the needs (and wants) of my charges including transportation, meals, early childhood learning and even potty training. I have cared for multiples who were...
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Margaret H.


Tuckahoe, NY

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver Available

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Hello! My name is Margaret and I am a hardworking, caring and active person, who loves working with children. I just spent the last year in Seoul, South Korea teaching English in a kindergarten. I developed reading, writing, and speaking skills for students aged 5-10 years old. I started working with children when I was 15 years...
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Yvette S.


Tuckahoe, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

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I am submitting my resume for your consideration. I come with excellent reference and have been working with kids since I was in the Philippines ages newborns to 7 years old. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and have also experience taking of children with special needs. I came here in USA as an Au pair for 2 years....
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Waheeda K.


Bronx, NY

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

5.0

(4)

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I have over 12 years of experience. I am a reliable, compassionate, trustworthy and patient private caregiver who is very knowledgeable caring for elderly and special needs patients. Adept in meal preparation, personal grooming, maintenance of the household, administering medication and just building an overall strong bond and...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Waheeda was totally reliable, extremely knowledgeable, caring and compassionate.She took care of my brother-in-law who got progressively worse from a fatal disease. He had limited mobility at first but became...

Reviewed by Stephen S.

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Lanisha S.


Yonkers, NY

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Great Babysitter Available For You

5.0

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I started out babysitting my younger siblings and children of relatives. After high school I became a camp counselor at a local church and a babysitter for two young girls. I've worked as a nursing assistant at a pediatric center for medically fragile children as well as becoming a paraprofessional working with special needs...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Lanisha is far beyond a caregiver, she is a GOD send. An angel in human flesh. She was hired to be a companion to my 43 year old brother who was very sad and dealing with ALS when I needed to be out of town for...

Reviewed by Karree G.

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Shannon K.


Bronx, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I am currently a first grade teacher in NYC. I have over 15 years of babysitting experience and am happy to provide references upon request. I am CPR and AED certified by the Red Cross. I have experience with newborns up to teenagers. I have cared for multiples and children with special needs. Looking forward to connecting!

Recent reviews:

5.0
I hired Shannon recently through Care to watch and tutor my kids. While she has been at our house, she has also cared greatly for our two dogs, through feeding them, playing with them, and taking them on long...

Reviewed by Diane C.

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Carolyn C.


Tarrytown, NY

$51/hr5 yrs exp

I Am Looking For A Full-Time Position Job In Baby Sitting/Elder Care.

5.0

(1)

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Hi, my name is Carolyn. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant/Geriatric Nursing Assistant (CNA/GNA), with over 10 years of nanny/babysitting, elderly care experience , Housekeeping Supervisor, special needs children. I have worked with children of all ages from newborn, twins to teens. I am very responsible, caring, loving,...
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Beatriz P.


Yonkers, NY

$24-30/hr5 yrs exp

Graduate Student Looking For Occasional Babysitting Jobs

5.0

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Hello! My name is Beatriz and I'm 24 years old. I am a first-year Physician Assistant student at Pace University. I'm a super big sister and auntie! I have extensive experience with children of all ages, including children with special needs, such as autism and Down Syndrome. Additionally, in high school I babysat for a variety...

Recent reviews:

5.0
I wish there were 10 stars! I cannot speak highly enough about Beatriz. When I tell my boys, 3 & 5, Beatriz is coming to babysit they literally watch the clock counting down the minutes until she arrives. To...

Reviewed by Lauren R.

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Marcia A.


Yonkers, NY

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Child Care

3.7

(3)

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Hello there! My name is Marcia , and thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I currently work with a family. I am a certified care provider with CPR certification. I have experience with special needs children as well as toddlers, infants, and elementary school kids. I can speak, read, and write fluently in Spanish and...

Recent reviews:

5.0
My family adores Marcia. We would hire her again in a heartbeat. I recommend her highly. Your family will love her, too!!

Reviewed by Lindsay A.

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Kayme M.


Bronx, NY

$20-50/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny To The Rescue!

5.0

(1)

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Hello, I'm Kayme Working M-F as paraprofessional, I have my own after school class so a lot of experience with homework and extra curricular activities. I also have major experience with newborns and toddlers and special needs children. I listen very careful to directions and actions needed for them, as well as helping them...

Recent review:

5.0
Kayme has made my transition back to work SO much easier. I truly feel like we hit the jack pot having Kayme as our Nanny. Kayme has a very calming presence that our entire family has benefited from. In...

Reviewed by Ashley M.

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Jasmine J.


Bronx, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Kids

5.0

(3)

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My name is Tatyana, and I'd like to introduce myself. I'm 25 years old and live in the Bronx ny, I began my career as a nanny/babysitter at the age of 14, caring for local families and when I got of age I began to work for other families working with children something I've always dreamt of doing; I adore children and seeing and...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Hired her for temporary employment to care for my child & cater to her. She was very punctual , organized & had very good communication skills.

Reviewed by Dailenyyy S.

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Debra A.


New Rochelle, NY

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Companion/Care Giver

5.0

(1)

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Compassionate patience, caring woman looking for a companion/senior care giver job. Compassionate Companionship, assistance with bathing/dressing, meal prep, meds prompting, light housekeeping, errands, transportation. Help staying physically and mentally active and safe. Focus on quality of life. Non smoker, own...

Recent review:

5.0
When Debra first started working with my dad who had mid stage Alzheimer's at the time, he was independent but needed help with many things. She was always patient, caring and compassionate making his days fun,...

Reviewed by Claudia G.

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Cheyenne W.


Bronx, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Full Time/Live-In Caregiver That You've Been Searching For!!!!

5.0

(2)

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I come from a family of Caregivers and Nurses. Caring for people is a natural ability of mines. From a young age I have been nurturing those in need. When I was young my grandfather diabetes reached an all time high, his leg was amputated. It was so important to us to visit him every weekend. When doing so, my mother really...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Cheyenne is the epitome of professionalism and was a joy for everyone.

Reviewed by Andre G.

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Rachel W.


Hastings on Hudson, NY

$25-27/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(5)

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I am a fun, loving, Energetic, down to earth girl whom loves children and has been working with them since day one. I am FIRST AID Certified (contact me for specifics) and am majoring in early childhood education. I am highly experienced, have lots of references upon request, am fully licensed driver, and love any house hold...

Recent reviews:

5.0
I watched Rachel save a random 2 year old who accidentally fell into our neighborhood pool. This was not the child she was in charge of, and she definitely prevented a tragedy from happening as this child...

Reviewed by Ellen E.

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Marie L.


White Plains, NY

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time

4.0

(1)

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I work with special needs for 5yrs my experience with autistic spectrum kids and adults with good or bad behavior. also I have 8 yrs , experience home health care, skill are cook, cleaning, doctor appointment, shopping, laundry,

Recent review:

4.0
Marie wanted more hours and money than I was able to do. She was honest about her needs, which is very refreshing.

Reviewed by Beth O.

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Iyanna B.


New York, NY

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Gentle , And Caring !

5.0

(4)

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I am a fun, loving, and compassionate individual with over 10 years of experience with geriatrics, mental health disorders , and behavioral issues including developmental disabilities. I have worked within a rehabilitative standpoint and as a care aide with taking care of the individual in all aspects as in bathing , feeding,...

Recent reviews:

5.0
I am a young black trans man and I hired Iyanna to help me as I was healing from a double mastectomy. She is LGBTQ friendly and always used the correct pronouns. Also, she helped me through the healing process...

Reviewed by Tat B.

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Tracey G.


Bergenfield, NJ

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*** Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver with 25 years experience available for week nights overnight (M-F 6/6:30pm-7-8am) or Saturdays and Sundays. I am highly experienced in special needs care such as Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Muscular...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Tracey worked for my family for over 5 years. I had a son who was not able to do anything for himself and his needs increased over the years ( to include feeding tube) Tracey would not only take care of his...

Reviewed by Alayne G.

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Cinthia S.


White Plains, NY

$18-40/hr5 yrs exp

Med Tech

5.0

(1)

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My name is Cinthia I am 22 years of age and I have been working in the medical field for over 5 years now. I have plenty of experience working with seniors. I was a caregiver/medtech at Paramount Senior Living Facility for 3 years. I have experience working with dementia and special needs patients. I hope I will be a good fit...

Recent review:

5.0
Care didn't give me the option to review for childcare, but this is a nanny review! Cinthia was absolutely amazing! She helped care for my daughter from 4-7 months of age. Unfortunately we're moving out of the...

Reviewed by Samantha G.

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Gabriela S.


Bronx, NY

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Gabi

5.0

(1)

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Good afternoon parents, My name is Gabriela I am a college graduate and I would love to work with your children. I have worked in an after school program with children of all ages and I've taken care of children with special needs like cerebral palsy. I took care of her as a newborn and up to a year old. I love children and...

Recent review:

5.0
Gabriela was respectful and kind! My daughter loved playing with her. She was also very clean and punctual. Definitely would hire her again.

Reviewed by Care member

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Anita D.


Bronx, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Or Part-Time Caregivers

5.0

(2)

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I am experienced childcare provider with lots of energy, endless patience. I live in Bronx and am interested in a part-time position. I like making the day fun and engaging while being careful, safe , providing good education, morality, self-discipline and social integration. I'm compassionate, kind, with a friendly...

Recent reviews:

5.0
I hired Anita about 5 years ago. She helps take care of my two daughters. She's VERY responsible, dependable, and most importantly trustworthy. I just love her. She's been an enormous help to me and my husband,...

Reviewed by Dora R.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tuckahoe, NY

Waheeda K.

5.0

Waheeda was totally reliable, extremely knowledgeable, caring and compassionate.She took care of my brother-in-law who got progressively worse from a fatal disease. He had limited mobility at first but became bedridden. He was very difficult to attend to. Waheeda was a saint. She also stayed when...

- Stephen S.

Lanisha S.

5.0

Lanisha is far beyond a caregiver, she is a GOD send. An angel in human flesh. She was hired to be a companion to my 43 year old brother who was very sad and dealing with ALS when I needed to be out of town for work. Lanisha went above and beyond and provided a level of care and compassion that you...

- Karree G.

Shannon K.

5.0

I hired Shannon recently through Care to watch and tutor my kids. While she has been at our house, she has also cared greatly for our two dogs, through feeding them, playing with them, and taking them on long walks with my four kids. With our kids, I trust her just as much as I trust anybody in my...

- Diane C.

Beatriz P.

5.0

I wish there were 10 stars! I cannot speak highly enough about Beatriz. When I tell my boys, 3 & 5, Beatriz is coming to babysit they literally watch the clock counting down the minutes until she arrives. To say they adore her is an understatement. Beatriz is always on time, incredibly attentive,...

- Lauren R.

Marcia A.

5.0

My family adores Marcia. We would hire her again in a heartbeat. I recommend her highly. Your family will love her, too!!

- Lindsay A.

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