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Muna S.


Verbank, NY

$27-35/hr3 yrs exp

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My name is Muna I am a certified nurse assistant. I love what I'm doing. I'm very patient person I am caring loving always on time take my job serious always willing to learn new things
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Kayla F.


Salt Point, NY

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Loving Nanny

5.0

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Hey there! My name is Kayla. I'm 24 years old. I've been nannying professionally since I was 17. I've nannied in both NY & Florida. I am CPR certified. I also have experience with special needs children. I currently nanny full time for a family in Ossining, NY. Before nannying, I worked intensively in pediatric behavioral...
5.0
"Kayla was on time, professional, and extremely sweet to our little boy. She texted hourly updates—a helpful thing for a new parent—and made our experience great. "

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Jamie B.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

4.6

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Hi beautiful families! I'm a South African nanny/babysitter, permanently residing in New York. I totally adore kids so it's not really a job to me. My experiences include au pair, live-in nanny, babysitter & special needs. Cared for Newborn boy/girl twins & their 2-year-old sister. Newborn & her 3 y/o brother. 18-24-month-old...
5.0
"Jamie has been a nanny for my two year old son for the last couple of months. She's dependable, reliable, friendly, and most importantly, she is great with my son. He took to Jamie really well from the start,...

Reviewed by Lori B.

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Tiana M.


Poughquag, NY

$20-21/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny And Daycare Teacher

5.0

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I'm moving downstate to the Hudson Valley region in July and looking for the perfect position before I make the move. I'm a student who just wrapped up an Associate's, and is certified both as a Child Development Associate and in Early Childhood Education. In addition to my certifications and degree, I've also just finished my...
5.0
"Tiana has been our full-time nanny for well over a year and has become a part of our family. We love her positive energy, her great attitude, and her patience with our kids is unmatched. Tiana has experience...

Reviewed by Pia J.

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Christine S.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Provider

5.0

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I have 10 years of experience working in an elementary school as a pre-k aide, and have worked in private childcare for the past 2. Additionally I have raised 3 children of my own (one with special needs). I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
5.0
"Christine was the only child care provider that we interviewed and we knew right at that time that we would hire her and that she would take care of our 2-month-old just like we would. The baby loves her and...

Reviewed by Jim B.

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Ryan H.


Pleasant Valley, NY

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Care Professional & Special Needs Educator

5.0

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I'm an energetic and compassionate professional with 11 years of both behavioral and ABA experience working with a wide range of developmental disabilities in various public and private care settings. 7 of those years I spent working at Anderson Center for Autism assisting individuals with Autism, ED, BD, Downs, and several...
5.0
"If you have a child with autism, Ryan is your person! He has been life-changing in helping my child with severe ASD navigate and thrive in his community. My child is extremely high-energy and active and Ryan...

Reviewed by Kyra S.

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Megan D.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

CNA Certified

5.0

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I have been in this field for 15 years. I am a CNA. I work with the elderly, mentally ill adults/ children, and children with disabilities. I can provide excellent references. What I love most about working in this field is being able to be a part of working with someone to reach the persons full potential. I am patient, soft...
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Jessie B.


Pleasant Valley, NY

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Mother Of 2 Teens And Family Photographer

5.0

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I have two children ages 18 and 17 many nieces and nephews and little cousins that I have cared for in the past. I am 43 years old- I have lived in Poughkeepsie all my life. I have stayed at home with my children and have helped family and friends with their precious little ones. I have cleaned houses and I am a local family...
5.0
"Jess is an amazing and dedicated worker. My kids loved her from the moment they met her. She always had fun activities planned for them and the kids never wanted her to leave. I would definitely recommend her."

Reviewed by Andrea Z.

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Tarrah M.


Dover Plains, NY

$14-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello , I am a mom of 3 children currently looking for work Monday thru Fridays . I am CPR, first aid , certified . I have many years experience working with children from birth to teen years. I have been employed for past 4 years as a teacher assistant, I have experience also with those with special needs. I'm looking forward...
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Megan W.


Wingdale, NY

$30-35/hr4 yrs exp

Care Giver/nanny

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I am 31 years old. I currently am a stay at home mom with a 16-month-old and a newborn. I have much experience watching children and working with children with special needs. I am an excellent driver, I will always arrive on time and I am very reliable. I also cook, clean and take care of the home. I am CPR, first aid, safety...
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Katie B.


Pleasant Valley, NY

$16-21/hr

Very Friendly And Out Going

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Went to boces for early childcare. To care of a family members three children! Worked for a special needs school but moved so had to leave. Also worked for a home cleaning business.
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Samantha K.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Evenings And Overnight Care

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I have been watching kids for about 10 years now. I used to watch two kids for about 3 years and now they are old enough to be on their own. Currently, I watch three kids mostly overnights since the parents are EMTs. They are all different ages and they all have special needs. I have been watching them for about 10 years and...
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Irina T.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20/hr20 yrs exp

Artistic And Energetic Caretaker

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I am mother of 2 beautiful grown children and a happily new grandmother. Outside of raising my own children, I have been caring for children of varied ages for over 30 years. I have experience caring for children either special needs in BOCES setting. I have teaching experience teaching Russian as a second language, piano...
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Nicole M.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Nanny

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Hello! My name is Nikki! I have been working in childcare for the past 10 years. My most recent job was at a daycare where I was the Lead Infant teacher for 2 years as well as a Toddler teacher for the last year. I have worked with children of all ages as well as children who have special needs. I am first aid/CPR trained, MAT...

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Hi there! I'm not a professional care giver but I am a mother of a 4-year-old who was diagnosed with autism at 2. 5 years old. I never thought I'd be prepared for it but it has made me stronger and more understanding of anyone and everyone. I'd like to offer assistance to some families who may sometimes need some help because I...
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Dawn S.


Millbrook, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

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I have 30 years teaching experience. I have worked with special needs children I am living in NYfrom ages 3 to 15. I back to NY and I am doing online teaching but miss being with children. I am patient, trustworthy and kind. I have a strong background in art and thrive to make learning fun!
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Debra D.


Poughquag, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

LPN.

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I've been a Lpn for 35 plus years. I have a vast amount of expierence with all age groups. Looking to care for you or your loved ones
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Aja M.


Wassaic, NY

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

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Medical assistant and nanny relocating to Tucson from NY, arriving 1/20/21! Flexible, attentive and friendly! Knowledgeable with special needs as well.
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April N.


Wassaic, NY

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

Doctor Of Physical Therapy

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I am comfortable working with special needs pediatrics and geriatrics with cognitive disorders. I have been doing so for 10+ years and have a doctorate in physical therapy.
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Connie C.


Wingdale, NY

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Patient Miracle Worker

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I am the mother of two children on the Autism Spectrum and through hard work got both to speak. One now attends college and the other lives at home with us as unfortunately she is not as high functioning. For our daughter I ran an at home ABA program for nearly a decade. I know the challenge, effort and patience it takes to help...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Verbank, NY

Kayla F.

5.0

Kayla was on time, professional, and extremely sweet to our little boy. She texted hourly updates—a helpful thing for a new parent—and made our experience great.

- Care member

Jamie B.

5.0

Jamie fit right into our family life. Her temperament is wonderful - she's kind, sweet, and she had such a calming influence on our son as she cared for him from age 7 months-10 months. We would have kept her on but she was pregnant with a baby of her own. Jamie is very collaborative with childcare...

- Alexa M.

Tiana M.

5.0

Tiana has been our full-time nanny for well over a year and has become a part of our family. We love her positive energy, her great attitude, and her patience with our kids is unmatched. Tiana has experience teaching in a preschool environment and brings that expertise into the home, which has been...

- Pia J.

Christine S.

5.0

Christine was absolutely wonderful with our three year old! She brought books to read and crafts to do, and took the most loving care of our child. Our often shy child took to Christine immediately, thrived in her attention and now asks regularly when Christine can come back :-) If we ever need...

- Nirupama R.

Ryan H.

5.0

If you have a child with autism, Ryan is your person! He has been life-changing in helping my child with severe ASD navigate and thrive in his community. My child is extremely high-energy and active and Ryan has handled him with ease. Ryan is very active himself and plans great day trips for them -...

- Kyra S.

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