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I have many years of experience as a caretaker. I have worked as a CNA, home health care aide, and DSP for all ages and degrees of care needed (from newborn to hospice). I have a BS in Anthropology degree and went back to school for a second BS in nursing but left the program after 3 years for personal reasons. Currently, I am...
Mathijs H.
Valley Cottage, NY
$23-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Genuine, Compassionate, And Experienced Male Caregiver
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I have 10 years of experience with people of various ages and abilities. I can help with activities of daily living, medication administration, behavioral interventions, driving to appointments, community activities, and more. I am a NY state-licensed Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), and I use those skills in every...
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Hi, I am a well-versed caregiver with over 20years experience. I am certified as a home health aide/PCA with experience in elderly care and special needs. I have reference and I'm open to discuss various schedules if needed any time. Willing to do Perdiem if my schedule allows. I enjoy working with the elderly as I find it...
5.0
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My name is Eleanora. I have 12 years experience and living in an nursing home. My experience includes: cooking, changing, cleaning, bathing, medication moderator, feeding, and many more. I worked in a 33-bed adult care facility. I helped organize workshops for the members. I participated in over-night care on a regular basis. I...
5.0
"Eleanora has been caring for seniors for approximately 20 years she is the most dependable caring responsible person she can think on her feet in situations that arise and handle them in a safe and calm manner."
Reviewed by Cate K.
Debra C.
Ossining, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Over the years, I have nannied for children between the ages of newborns to 14 years old and have worked with over 20 families. I am certified in CPR, First Aid and AED in both American Red Cross & Ellis and Associates as well a Lifeguard Instructor in Ellis and Associates. I have experience working with children with...
5.0
"Debra continues to be an asset to our family. She is caring and patient with my children. She actively engages the kids in conversation about their interests and challenges them to learn and grow. I have met...
Reviewed by Danielle G.
5.0
(1)
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I have had experience working in a nursing home and hospice setting administering care to patients with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer, diabetes, down-syndrome, on dialysis, multiple sclerosis, etc. I have great empathy, understanding, patience and know what is involved in taking vitals, emptying a catheter or giving a person...
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I currently live in White Plains, NY. I graduated in 2022 from Ithaca College where I studied Speech-Language Pathology and Spanish and am currently in graduate school at Lehman College getting my Master's degree. Because of this, I am only looking for a occasional sitting opportunities. I have over 7 years of babysitting...
5.0
"Alexa has been great working with our 4 year old son. She is a reliable & conscientious care taker and speech therapy student who is patient and fun with our son. She also has great communication skills and...
Reviewed by Randee M.
Tiffany E.
Westwood, NJ
$25-38/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello, I'm Tiffany! I'm 27 years old from Westwood, New Jersey. I have been mommy-helping since I was 12 years old and began independently babysitting when I was 17 years old. I currently nanny 3 full days a week and am available two weekdays and weekends. My childcare resume is extensive as I have traveled the tri-state area...
5.0
"We've hired Tiffany as babysitter. She is one of the sweetest people I've met. She is so good and gentle with our N. She offers to help in ways beyond her responsibilities. Definitely would recommend her."
Reviewed by Gabriela M.
Rene W.
Nanuet, NY
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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I started looking after kids from the age of 15. I'm very patient and open-minded. I love to participate in activities with the kids. I have a very broad perspective on kids as I have experience with both my own country and in America. I have also dealt with kids with special needs.
I'm mostly interested to help on the...
5.0
"René is amazing. She is so patient and knows just how to meet a child where they need to be met. She really has a heart of God and takes pride in doing her job well. "
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Rachel W.
Hastings on Hudson, NY
$25-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
5.0
"Rachel has babysat for us a number of times. She is punctual, energetic and communicative. She has her own transportation. She engages our kids in various age appropriate activities and they look forward to...
Reviewed by Asha A.
4.0
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Hi, my name is Mirta! I'm a 21-year-old junior at Nyack College and my major is pastoral ministry. One my goals in life is to open up a counseling center in my community that gives people room to vent, get advice, and even get prayer. I want it to be free and open to the public so that my community can move towards complete...
Jill B.
Buchanan, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full Time Educated, Experienced And Responsible Caregiver Available
5.0
(1)
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Hi, I began babysitting at 12 years old and continued through college. My professional experience of 25 years includes working as a teacher with typical and special needs children (Preschool & Elementary).
I am a caring, patient and kind caregiver, who absolutely loves and adores children. I am a creative and fun caregiver,...
5.0
"Jill has lovingly cared for my children for many years as if they were her own. She is part of our family and always will be. You could not find a more trustworthy, capable and talented professional to care for...
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Carolyn C.
Tarrytown, NY
$51/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Am Looking For A Full-Time Position Job In Baby Sitting/Elder Care.
5.0
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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,...
Stephanie B.
Tarrytown, NY
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hello, I am a 27-year-old grad student who is aspiring to become an occupational therapist. I have a bachelor's degree in social sciences (focused in psychology) and most of my OT master's program completed. I have worked with children between the ages on 6 mos. and 12 yrs. I used to work at Vision Fitness in the daycare...
5.0
"I interviewed Stephanie and she was wonderful - responsive, punctual and great interaction with my child. Her needs did not meet ours so I did not hire her, but I think she would be a great sitter for the right...
Reviewed by Kavita A.
Susan D.
Congers, NY
$20-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi, my name is Susan and I work at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern NY. I'm accustomed to dealing with 50+ patients per day including special needs patients. I'm very friendly, caring and outgoing. I love making patients feel comfortable as most people do not care to be in a hospital!
5.0
"Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother. "
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I hold a Masters degree in Education, with specialties in English and Special Education. I've been teaching all students to be the best version of themselves. I like to make learning fun, by giving real life examples of the work. I review all classes with the student, or life skills with an adult. I have experience with kids to...
5.0
"Lori is a great help if you have a teenager or young adult with autism or other special needs who needs help navigating school or college or mastering basic life skills."
Reviewed by Rebecca B.
5.0
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I have been working as a professional nanny for 25 plus years. I am originally from Ireland and have had a background check and fingerprints taken as I have worked as a substitute teacher while on a part-time nanny job sharing position. I currently work as a nurse technician at White Plains Hospital on the oncology unit but am...
5.0
"Helen is an incredible nanny to our three children. She loves them like they are her own and works hard to help them socially and developmentally prepare for the years ahead. She is extremely dependable and...
Reviewed by Lauren P.
5.0
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Hi, my name is Sarah. I currently live in Westchester. I have been working with kids since high school. I have my Bachelors in Elementary Education Grades 1-6 and a Masters in Special Education Grades 1-6. I have a NYS Professional Certification for both degrees. I am currently teaching at non-profit school for individuals with...
5.0
"The best ever! Sarah is a parent's dream: reliable, thoughtful, incredibly calm, and supportive with our high energy kids. She is not only a highly educated caregiver but she is proactive and takes initiative....
Reviewed by Douglas M.
5.0
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I started working caring for children at a local family daycare as an assistant provider about 9 years ago. After the second year, the daycare closed and I decided to open my own daycare. One of my goals was to teach the kids Spanish as a second language, that was my biggest accomplishment. Also, I worked on my program with a...
5.0
"Grace is incredibly easy to work with and wonderful with children. We were a hot mess when she started with us. Grace came in and just started taking care of the baby, worked and talked with me about my...
Reviewed by Leilani D.
4.0
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I am a dedicated and caring babysitter with years of experience; including with multiples, infants, and children with special needs. I truly love the children I work with. Safety, fun, and learning are my top priorities. I'm fully COVID-vaccinated (Pfizer), CPR-certified, comfortable with pets, and have a flexible schedule.
5.0
"Elise is a wonderful person, very dependable, hardworking and confident. My twin boys love her. She is moving, that's the only reason she won't be babysitting anymore."
Reviewed by Arron N.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Valley Cottage, NY
Eleanora Z.
5.0
Eleanora took her role As an aide, companion very seriously. She always took the our mom's needs into consideration . Elle prepared food that was nutritious and easy for the patient to tolerate when eating became difficult. She treated our mom with respect and dignity. We were lucky to have...
- Judi H.
Debra C.
5.0
Debra was just what me and my family needed. I have two boys and a dog with special needs. First of all, she is always punctual and flexible. Secondly, I described her as a "luxury level nanny" because she gave top service to my kids and treated them like she was their own. The kids were so excited...
- David K.
Alexa B.
5.0
My family has been lucky to have Alexa as our babysitter this past summer. She is incredibly patient, attentive, and communicative. I am a nervous parent, but feel very safe leaving my 2 kids in her care. When I come home, they don't want her to leave!
- Carolyn L.
Tiffany E.
5.0
We've hired Tiffany as babysitter. She is one of the sweetest people I've met. She is so good and gentle with our N. She offers to help in ways beyond her responsibilities. Definitely would recommend her.
- Gabriela M.
Rene W.
5.0
My 7 year old son doesn’t easily warm up to people & he’s pretty much independent, but it was so easy for René to connect with him. She engaged with him by taking him to parks, helped with learning workbooks, reading and sometimes putting him to bed when I had date nights.
- Care member
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