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Michele N.


Lynbrook, NY

$38/hr3 yrs exp

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I would like families know that I am a very responsible and loving person. I have a lot of patience. I took care of my elderly parents for years. Also, my son is special needs. I am a very loving and caring mom to him. If you are looking for someone, I am the person for you.
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Sarah S.


Farmingdale, NY

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

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I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I've worked as an assistant teacher for two years as well as many camps as a lifeguard and specialty staff. I have also worked in special needs programs. creative calm and confident in my abilities. I'm currently in college for my Education degree which is why...
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Sarah B.


Massapequa, NY

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Fun And Exciting Sitter

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Hi! I am a reliable, patient, creative and experienced Behavior Therapist! I have over 9 years of experience with children from 6 months to 18 years old. I have worked with special needs children and adolescents for the last 5 years and just started graduate school in Applied Behavior Analysis. I am passionate about helping...
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Vilma D.


Levittown, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

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20+ years experience working in a nursing home/hospital setting. I have experience with dementia and kids with special needs. Looking to take care of your loved ones and lend an ear. I take pride in all the care that I provide. I'm currently working at South shore university hospital for the last 25 years.
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Kelly L.


Rockville Centre, NY

$25-40/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

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Hi! My name is Kelly. I have 9 years of experience teaching children with special needs. This experience gave a broader perspective on teaching functional life skills and behavioral strategies while in the community setting. These are skills that I can apply within my work. I love and enjoy helping and working with others to...
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Ashley B.


Rockville Centre, NY

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Ashley B. Long Island, NY

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Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and a creative person who has approximately 7 years of working children. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Previously I was a Teacher's Assistant in the Bethpage School District working with Special Needs children. I...
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Tara M.


Massapequa Park, NY

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

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I have experience taking care of children who have special needs. I have taken care of brothers who both have autism, who were 8 and 10 years old. I have then babysit for another boy with autism who was 12 when I started babysitting for him and is now 15. I also took care of a set of twins and their older brother who when I...
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Jennie C.


Oceanside, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Afternoons, Weeknights, And Weekends

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I am a mother of three boys (a 5-year-old, and twin 3-year-olds). I have been babysitting children ages newborn-9 years for over 12 years. I am comfortable with special needs children, as one of my twins is on the spectrum. I am a loving, caring babysitter and mom who loves to keep children active and engaged. I enjoy doing...
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Natalie G.


Lindenhurst, NY

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

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My name is Natalie and I found my passion working with special needs children three years ago. I started working as a Teacher's Aide in a special needs preschool for two years and loved every second of it. I also taught children with special needs swim lessons and had a blast. I am studying to become an audiologist to work with...
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Casey G.


Garden City, NY

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

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I have experience with babysitting for children from the ages 1-10. I have babysat for children with special needs, and have sat for animals.
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Tommy Z.


West Babylon, NY

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

Child Care In Long Island

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I've always worked with kids. I've been a swimming instructor for ages 2 and up for 8 years. I have also been a substitute teacher and paraprofessional for elementary schools & middle schools. As a paraprofessional, I help out kids with disabilities and special needs. I have my CPR and First Aid certificates. I'd describe my...
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Amy H.


Plainview, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

College Educated Special Needs Childcare Provider

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Hi! My name is Amy. I have a BA from LIU in Early Childhood/Elementary Education. I taught nursery school for over 15 yrs, toddlers-Pre-K. Since 2007, I have been employed with the Hicksville SD, as a Certified Special Education Assistant weekday mornings since 2007-Present For the last 12 years, I have worked with children...
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Nicole S.


Long Beach, NY

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Responsible Caregiver

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I'm a positive, energetic mother of one. I attended nursing school at Molloy College in Rockvillecenter, NY finishing three years. I finished my clinical hours as I just have a year of classes left. Currently I am not in school and I am looking for part time or full time work. I have other certifications as well that I needed...

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I have experience with my own child, he is 5years old with autism and ADHD. Im energetic, and patient, with my own transportation and CPR certification.
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Melissa M.


Baldwin, NY

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

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Mom of 2, professional School Psychologist available for baby sitting Hi Everyone! I am a mom of 2 girls, ages 5 and 7 and I am a School Psychologist looking to make some extra money. I have my own transportation and am comfortable with pets. I can pet sit as well if needed. I have experience with baby sitting before I had my...
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Natalie G.


Lindenhurst, NY

$16-20/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter With Many Talents!

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My name is Natalie and I am a second year at Long Island Consortium Doctorate of Audiology at Adelphi University. I want to work with children in the future as an audiologist working with the deaf community and individuals with special needs. I love working with children, it is my passion! I was a teacher's aide at a Early...
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Mayra B.


Massapequa Park, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi there! My name is Mayra and I'm looking for a new family to take care of their most beloved ones. I understand Kids are the most precious and important members a family can have therefore I understand the affection, time, attention and patience that is required. The energy that kids transmit to me is like no other, so full of...
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Chloe T.


Garden City, NY

$18-23/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver Of All Ages!

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Hi there! I've worked with children of all ages, including nonverbal children and children with autism. I have also worked with individuals with Down syndrome and visual impairments. My current concentration is with older adults that suffer from dementia, but I also work with older adults whose cognitive abilities remain strong.
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Taraanne R.


Hicksville, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Dependable, Loving Hard Working Sitter

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Hello My name is Tara! I'm 35 years old. I have 10 years + of experience. I have experience with ages 6 weeks old-teenage years. I have experience with special needs as well. I currently work at Pre School as a Teaching Assistant. I'm looking to supplement my income. I can be flexible with days, and hours. I'm also a former...
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Jamie C.


Levittown, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I have over 15+ years of experience with kids from newborn to teens including special needs. I have my CDA, fingerprinted and am CPR certified. References available upon request!

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