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Kathleen B.

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Wading River, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with special needs children on and off for the last 10 years, I am currently employed at a school for autistic children. Although challenging at times I have found this to be one of the most rewarding jobs I have held. I am a patient, loving, energetic and fun person. I seem to bond well with the children I...
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Early Intervention Specialist

Wading River, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I am a Early Intervention Specialist with 20+ years of professional experience. I hold a Bachelors degree in Special Education and a Masters degree in Instructional Technology. I have extensive experience in the Early Intervention field, as well as school age children up to 5 years old, servicing children with Down Syndrome,...
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Wading River, NY

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Hello. I am a singe 60-year-old female non smoker looking for caregiver employment. I've worked with the elderly and special needs community most my life. I have 3 grown children.. 1 with special needs and I have 2 grandchildren. Thank you in advave..
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Nanny/Special Needs Caregiver

Wading River, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
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I have worked with children most of my adult life. I am the mother of 4 grown children the youngest being 23. I was employed at Wading River Elementary School and Just Kids in Ridge. I am currently a nanny in the am. I enjoy sports, crafts, reading and games. I have tons of patience and a great sense of humor.
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Part Time And Full Time Caregiver

Wading River, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
I have extensive experience caring for children both personally and professionally. I am a special educator with 16 years of professional experience post bachelors degree. Also, I have masters degree in Instructional Technology. I have extensive experience in the Early Intervention field, as well as school age children up to 5...
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Wading River, NY

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello. Im a single 60-year-old female looking for a caregiver job. I've worked with the elderly and special needs community most of my life. I have 3 grown children.. 1 with special needs and 2 grandchildren. I can give plenty of references... Thank you in advanve...
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Wading River, NY

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
personal care
hospice services
respite care
Hello there! I have many years of experience working with every type of population including the elderly and special needs .. I've worked in workshops for people with disabilities.. group homes for people with special needs and private home care with occasional overnights for the elderly. I can give you plenty of references. I...
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Preschool Teacher/ Experienced Child Care Provider Available For P/t Position

Calverton, NY

3.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a mature, responsible and caring Preschool Educator/ child care provider. Also a mother of two grown daughters. I hold an Associates degree in Early Childhood Education, and am a Certified Day Care provider. My experience ranges from p/t babysitter to F/T nanny. I have cared for children from infants through teens,...

Care Member says "I wish there were more stars to rate, Linda would earn them all! Linda was my daughter's full time nanny from 6 months old into her toddler years. She...

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Manorville, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
1 year experience
For almost a year now I have worked with someone who has a developmental disability and some physical disabilities. I have also babysat since I was 12. Additionally, I was a caretaker for someone with dementia for a short period of time as well.
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Retired School Teacher

Mount Sinai, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
I am a retired elementary school teacher. I am CPR/AED certified. I taught a Pre-K readiness program and designed a Pre-K music and arts curriculum. I have experience with special needs children. I am also a CNA and Geriatric Specialist. I am experienced in private and institutional settings. I offer child care, and companion /...

Liz B. says " I absolutely love Felicia! She has been such a big help to our family. My daughter always looks forward to seeing Felicia every week. We trust her very...

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Riverhead, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
I have taken care of special needs children in the past. I babysit a young boy for 5 years who had diagnosed ADHD amongst other behavioral issues.
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Mount Sinai, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired teacher who has also worked as a volunteer for many years and also as a teacher. Helping those with special needs is a gift. We all have special things that make us unique. Helping a person with special needs reach their fullest potential is what I feel good about doing. I have extensive experience working with...
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Mount Sinai, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
live-in home care
errands
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm a licensed CNA and Med Tech with CPR and First Aid certification. I have over 10 years experience working in the healthcare field. I have worked in nursing homes, hospitals and private home care settings. I am reliable, very easy going, easy to talk with, understanding, caring, patient, empathetic and adaptive to each of...
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Teacher/Nanny Looking For A Full Time Position

Mount Sinai, NY

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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
Hi, I'm Paula I love kids so much and that is why I did my degree in Education. I have been working with kids from 0 to 12 since I was 17 years old, as a student teacher, until I became a teacher in my home country, Brazil. I would also always babysit asides. In addition to that, I have been a nanny for the last 2 and half...
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Available Weekdays And Or Weekends For When Parents Have To Go To Work Or Go Out.

Middle Island, NY

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$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Experienced child care with 2 young boys, 1 with special needs. I have a full time job managing a business. I attend school daily. I am currently in college looking forward to get my degree in social work.
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Young, Strong and Energetic

Miller Place, NY

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$15/hr
I have worked with children for the last seven years and I have experience dealing with children with all needs. I enjoy sports, working out, writing, the beach, poetry and spending time with children teaching.
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Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekdays

Mastic, NY

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
Hi my name is Leah and I am 24 years old. I'm very energetic, creative and love children. I enjoy singing, dancing, listening to music and spending quality time with my family and friends. All my life I have been around children, helping care for them and watching them since I was 10. This was usually with my church or a family...
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Mastic, NY

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I am 20 years old and I am currently employed at an IRA for residents with intellectual/physical disabilities. I am CPR certified, AMAP'ed and currently doing pours to be gtube certified. I have been trained to shower, feed, thicken liquids, use lifts for wheelchair transfer and much more
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Sitter Who Has Experience With Special Needs

Sound Beach, NY

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$23/hr
10 years experience
I have been caring for children for over 15 years. I have experience caring full time for children with learning, physical and or emotional disabilities. I also have experience with hearing impaired and can sign. I am currently a care taker for a 3-year-old boy who requires physical therapy, occupational therapy, special...
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Mount Sinai, NY

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$27/hr
6 years experience
As Teacher I have had plenty of special needs students, mainly autistics. My last job I took care of twins special needs for year full time.
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