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Special needs caregivers in Verplanck, NY

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Maiya A.


Verplanck, NY

$22-25/hr8 yrs exp

Eager Sitter/nanny!

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Hi! I have been babysitting since I was 13 and it is a job I love! I have had experience with every age and special needs children. I have helped with school work, helped with swimming lessons, and even sports! Now that I have graduated college, I am looking for a nannying job until I figure out what I want to do permanently!
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Emily B.


Yorktown Heights, NY

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

College Student Available To Babysit

5.0

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I am a college student majoring in elementary and special education! I have always been babysitting and a camp counselor and love to work with children. I have experience with special needs as well!!
5.0
"Emily drove my daughter to school for almost a week. It was a difficult time for our family because our regular sitter unexpectedly quit. Emily was punctual, readily replies to text and was honest with her...

Reviewed by Maria I.

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Michelle M.


Buchanan, NY

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

5.0

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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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Cayla W.


Garrison, NY

$35-45/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

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I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals with special needs in a variety of settings including clinics, early intervention centers, community, schools, and in the home. I am registered as a Behavior Therapist and also have years of experience as a private caregiver. The majority of my background is with...
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Roxanna L.


Lake Peekskill, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Bilingual And Reliable College Student

5.0

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Hello, my name is Roxanna but I like to be called Rosie. I'm Dominican, so I'm fluent in Spanish, and willing to tutor in that area as well. I own a car, and have a clean license. Also first aid training and CPR certified in all ages. I've been constantly helping friends and family take care of their little ones ever since I...
5.0
"Very friendly and hard working! My kids loved her and so did I. She is very responsive and just overall a great nanny."

Reviewed by Sabrina W.

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Grace S.


Ossining, NY

$36-49/hr10 yrs exp

Full/part Time Care Giver

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.

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Viergelie M.


Garnerville, NY

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

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5.0

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I have experience working with children with special needs such as Autism, Asperger's, and other disabilities. Also I've worked more than 26 years as a caregiver. I am CNA and CPR certified. It would be a great pleasure to continue supporting and caring for those with special needs.
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Susan D.


Congers, NY

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

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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. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Esther B.


Shrub Oak, NY

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Compassionate Babysitter - Nanny

5.0

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Hello moms and dads, My name is Esther and I'm looking for an after school, weekend and/or evening babysitting position. I'm a patient, compassionate and reliable childcare provider with many years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have extensive knowledge of safety precautions and educational activities to...
5.0
"We were blessed to have Esther provide after school care for our two children. She was prompt/punctual in meeting them off the school bus. She was very respectful of our home and property. She tended to our...

Reviewed by Care member

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Jill B.


Buchanan, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Educated, Experienced And Responsible Caregiver Available

5.0

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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...

Reviewed by Care member

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Debra C.


Ossining, NY

$30/hr10 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...
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"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.

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Debra B.


New City, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

VERY RELIABLE CARE GIVER

5.0

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I am a 60-year-old mother of two college graduated children. I have a brother who is mentally challenged. I was a caregiver for my sister in-law who had dementia. I worked as a teacher's asst. for 16 years with special needs students with autism, down syndrome .
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Kathleen D.


Cortlandt Manor, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care, Senior Care And Pet Care

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Hello, my name is Kathleen. I have over 30 years of experience working with people with Special Needs which I like to call DIFFERENT ABILITIES AND TALENTS. During the school year I work at a school with children that have different needs, and they have certain syndromes that they need attention to help them reach their full...
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Bonnie S.


Tomkins Cove, NY

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Senior Care

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Hi! I'm glad you're looking at my profile because I have a lot of experience and education. My paid experience is working primarily with people with special needs, spanning from infancy to very old age. I raised my own daughter who has down syndrome and is now doing very well. I helped take care of my mother who had dementia and...
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Suzanne M.


Buchanan, NY

$16/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Sue M. and I have experience with all age groups, as well as with special needs children. I watch children out of my home so I am not available to come to yours. If dropping your child off at my home would work for you I would love to meet with you. I also do drop off and pick up at preschools as well as getting...
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Charlotte S.


Highland Falls, NY

$16-40/hr3 yrs exp

Previous Special Education Teacher

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I taught for 3 years in Fort Greene Brooklyn as an elementary special education teacher with a specialization in tactile learning. I was also a 4 year division 1 athlete and love sharing my experience in athletics

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Educator and child care provider for 5+ years. Working with children as young as 2 months old to 10 years old in multiple settings. My extensive experience with disabilities came from a non-profit school. I have since then continued building my experience as I have recently started caring for a child who I help throughout her...

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My experience is teaching disable/differently challenged individuals. I do one on ones or in a group setting. Everyone is different so it's about adapting the care and support towards that particular person. People describe me as non-judgements, caring, genuine, and understanding. I truly believe you learn from everything around...
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Sarah J.


New City, NY

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

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I've worked in direct care support for people with special needs for several years. The relationships I've formed with past clients has been one of the greatest joys of my life. I am a kind hearted person and love to create strong bonds and offer the best care possible to clients I serve.
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Micaela L.


Croton on Hudson, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Micaela .

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Hi!! I'm a very hyper, energetic and positive 28-year-old. I have excellent reference, CPR trained, able to engage children in age appropriate activities and have worked with special needs children. I mainly looking for babysitting, night positions or weekends. I've been working with kids for more than 10 years. I have...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Verplanck, NY

Emily B.

5.0

Emily drove my daughter to school for almost a week. It was a difficult time for our family because our regular sitter unexpectedly quit. Emily was punctual, readily replies to text and was honest with her other commitments. She was juggling several.jobs and was able to fit us in. She was also able...

- Maria I.

Roxanna L.

5.0

Very friendly and hard working! My kids loved her and so did I. She is very responsive and just overall a great nanny.

- Sabrina W.

Grace S.

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 concerns and fears and helped us get a routine going. The baby thrived under her care and I was...

- Leilani D.

Susan D.

5.0

Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother.

- Care member

Esther B.

5.0

We were blessed to have Esther provide after school care for our two children. She was prompt/punctual in meeting them off the school bus. She was very respectful of our home and property. She tended to our children and made sure they completed their homework and provided assistance when needed....

- Care member

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