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I have experience as a caregiver for the elderly, and children with special needs. I love what I do. I feel I have the skills, enthusiasm, and drive to fit almost any situation. I enjoy making a difference and bringing smiles to the faces of the children/adults I work with. I am outgoing and funny but I take my position...
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-NYS Certified English and Special Education Teacher - Full time teacher
-Field Hockey & Lacrosse Coach
-Organized/Coached youth sports practices.
-One to One aid and Teachers Assistant in special needs preschool
-Camp Counselor at YMCA youth sports camp
-Part time Nanny and Dog Walker
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Hi there! I have 10 years experience watching multiple children from 1-14 and am currently working in a special needs school. Looking for both one time and reoccurring jobs. I'm here to keep your kids happy and safe, as well as help out with any errands or chores that might need to be done. I love what I do and I want you and...
Cassie H.
West Islip, NY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi, I have a strong passion for working and interacting with young children. I have been babysitting children of all ages for over 10 years. I currently work with special needs children for the past six years. I hope on day to become a special needs teacher. I'm certified in CPR and First Aid, SKIP and CPI. I look forward to...
Shelby G.
West Islip, NY
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I am a 20-year-old daycare teacher looking for nannying jobs. I started working in daycares at 18, meaning I have 2 years experience under my belt. I love working with kids and go to work excited every day. I'm extremely flexible and love animals as well. I have experience with developmentally delayed children as well as those...
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Care from the heart! Raised three boys of my own. My genuine love of children has led me to 10+ years of experience in childcare, caring for children from infancy through school age, including experience with special needs children. I've worked side-by-side with professional special needs service providers, including speech...
Danalynn P.
West Islip, NY
$19-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi! :) I'm Dana and I am so excited to meet your kid(s)!!! I am 20 years old and have been babysitting since I was 18. I am very energetic, active, and responsible. I will be able to connect to your children no matter their personalities, whether they are extremely shy, extremely outgoing, or anything in between :) I have been...
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Hello! My name is Melanie. I've been babysitting since I was a girl and love kids so much I decided to become a teacher! I currently teach 6th grade. I have experience with children of all ages and with children with special needs. I look forward to meeting you and your family!
Rachel B.
North Babylon, NY
$22-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver For All Ages, Special Needs, And Pets!
5.0
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Hi Parents! My name is Rachel. I'm 28. I am fully vaccinated against COVID19. I am located in North Babylon. I have over 10 years experience working with kids aged newborn-teen. I have experience with special needs children and adults. I do not mind helping with small household chores, pets, and driving. I currently work full...
5.0
"Rachel is very experienced, and it shows in how she interacts with children of different ages! She seems to genuinely enjoy engaging with children, and is **HIGHLY** trustworthy. I can't recommend her enough,...
Reviewed by Alice N.
Mayreni H.
Bay Shore, NY
$21-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Spanish Speaking Nursing Assistant Looking To Care For Your Loved One.
5.0
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I've been working in the healthcare field since 2006. I take care of all my patients as if they were my own family members. I've worked in nursing homes/rehabilitation centers. I have experience with dementia, and kids with special needs. I'm currently working for south shore university hospital for the last 7 years.
I'd...
5.0
"May has been an excellent addition to our household. She’s very knowledgeable and efficient. She always goes above and beyond. She’s very reliable and does whatever is needed to help. "
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5.0
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Hi, I'm Umadai. Im 54. I am fully vaccinated against COVID19. I have 10+ years experience working with kids newborn-teen. I also have experience with special needs children and adults. I do not mind helping with small household chores. I look forward to hearing from you!
5.0
"Umadai has been taking care of my child for the last 7 years. He is special needs. She is very caring, Responsible, and attentive to all his needs. I would highly recommend her.
She is phenomenal."
Reviewed by Omaira V.
5.0
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I am caring person, professional treat your family as if it was my very own. I work for assisted living for over 10 years. With supervisors to vouch for me also. I am really loving up beat full of life. Some people do this for money I do this because I care. I work as a volunteer just because a family needed help. As I m the...
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I am a 28-year-old former CNA with plenty of experience with children including special needs children as well. Iv worked in two different elementary schools over three years so working with large groups of children is something I'm well at as well. I'm CPR certified and have a clean driving record. I'm very friendly, outgoing...
5.0
"Melissa watched my son partial days for several months. She was always on time, and was fun and engaging for my almost 2 year old at the time. He loved her! "
Reviewed by Danielle M.
5.0
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I'm an experienced caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and adults and able to assist with ADLs and some occupational therapy as well. I enjoy helping to make peoples lives less stressful and more enjoyable. I am first aid and CPR certified I've been in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have extensive...
Kayla C.
Copiague, NY
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello my name is Kayla. A little about me I'm outgoing, caring, with a lot of patience. Most of all I can be trusted, I am respectful. I am currently 21 years old, I'm a CNA in the state of NYS as well a DSP, I have experience with child care, geriatric age care, as well as experience with mentally challenged and/or with...
5.0
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Hi! I am a 26-year-old certified Teacher Assistant with over seven years of experience. I graduated from Stony Brook University with a Bachelor's in Biology and plan to attend graduate school for Education. I have experience caring for children of all ages, both with and without special needs, and am trained in Nonviolent Crisis...
5.0
"I first became acquainted with Annemarie through care.com, and she is one of the loveliest people I know. She has been working with my children for several years now, is incredibly kind, patient, loving and...
Reviewed by Sophia T.
Cindy R.
Huntington Station, NY
$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! I am a student at New England College this is my senior year and I'm originally from New York
I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has experience in caring for children all ages. I have worked with children in summer camps and preschools also children who have special needs. With me, your children will...
5.0
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my name is Mary. Im 61 yrs of age. I'm active and full of energy. I am looking for a caretaker job. Have experience. My attributes-loving caring great companion personable great cook care for all your needs. Im a gem as I've been told . please call if interested
5.0
"Mary was an amazing full time babysitter for my two young daughters for over one year! She had tons of energy and cared for my girls like they were her own children. She was always game for taking on any task...
Reviewed by Tim K.
5.0
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Hello, my name is Crystal and I am 33 years old. I am a graduate of Long Island University Post Campus with my Bachelor's degree and teaching certification in Childhood Education. I have a Master's Degree and am certified in General and special Education.
I have been teaching for 10 years and have experience working with...
5.0
"As a single father of two young girls, finding the right babysitter was of the utmost importance to me. With a busy work schedule that keeps me out of the house more often than I'd like, I needed someone I...
Reviewed by Care member
Nalijah W.
Amityville, NY
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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I am currently employed as a Special Education Teacher's Assistant at a Charter School in Dekalb County. I have experience working with children from kindergarten to twelfth grade. Daily I help my students understand material that they find difficult. During the summer months I work as a director at camp for children with...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in West Islip, NY
Rachel B.
5.0
Rachel is very experienced, and it shows in how she interacts with children of different ages! She seems to genuinely enjoy engaging with children, and is **HIGHLY** trustworthy. I can't recommend her enough, and I'm glad I had her to rely on when I needed it!
- Alice N.
Mayreni H.
5.0
May has been an excellent addition to our household. She’s very knowledgeable and efficient. She always goes above and beyond. She’s very reliable and does whatever is needed to help.
- Care member
Umadai D.
5.0
Umadai has been taking care of my child for the last 7 years. He is special needs. She is very caring, Responsible, and attentive to all his needs. I would highly recommend her.
She is phenomenal.
- Omaira V.
Melissa S.
5.0
For the time Melissa watched our baby girl, she's always been punctual and dependable. She even helped adjust our baby to taking naps in her crib!
- Josseline M.
Annmarie C.
5.0
I first became acquainted with Annemarie through care.com, and she is one of the loveliest people I know. She has been working with my children for several years now, is incredibly kind, patient, loving and reliable. Our family all love her. On a couple of emergency occasions, Annemarie was there...
- Sophia T.
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