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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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Riverhead, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I have done private in home cases for about 5 years. I've done toileting, bathing, food prep, housekeeping, meds, doctor appointments, grocery runs. I've also worked at two health agencies as companion and one of those were for special need individuals . I'm CPR/ first aid certified . I'm very good with kids , I'm a peoples...
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Miller Place, NY

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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I am a compassionate, dependable caregiver with experience supporting children, teens, young adults and seniors in their homes. I have hands-on experience working with teens and young adults with special needs and understand the importance of patience, structure and individual support. I pride myself on creating a safe,...
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Full-Time Caregiver

Middle Island, NY

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$23/hr
10 years experience
I have over 10 years experience. I've worked with mentally disabled children and adults at AHRC. I worked as a Teacher's aide and I have been a Certified Nurse assistant for 13 years.
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Miller Place, NY

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I have been caring for the special needs population for a multitude of years now. From Working at Maryhaven, to being a home health aide, and also doing occupational therapy observation hours I have seen and helped with a lot of different disorders and developmental delays. Please feel free to contact me if you have any further...
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Sound Beach, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
Hi! I'm Samarah, an active nursing student with several years of hands-on caregiving experience working with children from newborns to 16 years old. I'm CPR and First Aid certified and have experience caring for children with behavioral challenges, developmental disabilities, and special needs, including those in group home...
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Middle Island, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
I'm a certified CNA with over 10 years of experience providing compassionate and reliable care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I assist with daily living activities, medication reminders, mobility support, and companionship. My goal is to ensure comfort, dignity, and a positive environment for every person I care...
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Calverton, NY

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello my name is Melanie. I have over 20 years of hands-on childcare experience as a mom of two grown daughters, along with 7 years as a school bus monitor working with children of all ages, including children with special needs. I'm patient, calm, dependable, and very comfortable following each family's routines and household...
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Manorville, NY

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$16/hr
7 years experience
I have been caring for my cousin for the last 10 years who has CP. during my child caring years I also have cared for children of all ages who suffered with ADD/ADHD, Autism, Down syndrome and speech delays
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Sound Beach, NY

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello, my name is Destiny and I am looking to provide personal care to any individuals that are in need Special Needs
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Experienced Elementary School Childcare Support & ABA Student

Mount Sinai, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
One thing I would like families to know about me is that I have discovered that I truly love this profession. I am passionate about working with children, especially children with special needs, and I enjoy seeing their growth and progress through their challenges. I am a caring, responsible, and empathetic person who...
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Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Riverhead, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
I love to help people . Kids, seniors citizens, special needs individuals. I've had experience with all. I'm very good with holding conversations and making everyone comfortable and open up and making our time together enjoyable.
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Mastic, NY

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$19/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
personal care
companionship
I have 11 years experience with PCA, Companionship, and Home Health Aide. I have worked with seniors that has been diagnosed with Diabetes, Cancer, Parkinson's Disease, Amputation, Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease. I have also worked with individuals that are mentally disabled and special needs, I have an 5-year-old daughter that...
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Friendly, Honest, Reliable, Mother

Mastic, NY

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I have worked in the field of special needs for 12 years now and there is nothing that I'am more passionate about. I'm currently in an online program to get my bachelors in elementary education/special education and I work as a substitute teaching assistant currently in a school district. I'm also a mother to a wonderful...
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P/T Special Needs Care

Calverton, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I was employed as a Special Education Para Professional for two years at a local school District. During that period I received behavior intervention and life skills training. My experience is working with the Middle School and High School population performing a variety of tasks. I have worked with children diagnosed as...
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Manorville, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Patty. I am recently retired from Boces... I was a teaching assistant for 27 yrs ... I worked with middle school children that have special needs. Mainly behavior and emotional issues. I also worked with children with autism. I have been watching children for about 40 years. I look forward to hearing from you !
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Miller Place, NY

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$30/hr
I have been Special Education teacher for 34 years. I work with children and young adults with all types of disabilities.
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Companionship And Quality Care

Sound Beach, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Nicole. I have a degree in social work and I worked in the field for 11 years. Compassion, empathy and positivity is what I will bring to you and your loved ones every time I come to work. I feel it is most important to provide care that makes the individual feel empowered, heard and respected. If you feel I might...
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Mount Sinai, NY

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$29/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! I'm Paula and I'm a 26-year-old teacher with a lifelong passion for working with children. I've been working as a nanny in the U. S. for the past 5 years! I have experience with children of different ages and abilities, including special needs. I'm certified in Early Childhood and Special Education, CPR & First Aid trained,...
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Mastic, NY

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$29/hr
3 years experience
Compassionate and experienced Licensed Practical Nurse with 3 years of experience providing care to children and individuals with special needs. Skilled in delivering individualized, patient-centered care, monitoring health conditions, administering medications, and supporting patients with daily activities while maintaining a...
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