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Doreen T.


Amityville, NY

$25-50/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello everyone! My name is Doreen, I am 61 years old. I am a mother of three children that range from the ages 16to 34. I have worked in an elementary school for 16+ years as a cafeteria monitor and love my job! I am very experienced in childcare having been a mother for the past 34 years and working in a school. Working in a...
5.0
"Doreen has been an excellent caregiver and has become like family in the short time we've had the pleasure of having her. My son, who she picks up and drops off to school absolutely adores her. Doreen makes...

Reviewed by Claudia M.

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Laura E.


North Babylon, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter For Part-Time Evenings/Occasional Weekends

5.0

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Hello! I have been caring for babies and children since I was 12 years of age as a babysitter for my 3 siblings as well as in my neighborhood plus many referrals! I was employed as a camp counselor for children ranging from pre-k up to 4th graders in my teen years. I attended SUNY New Paltz for Art Education. Work experience...
5.0
"Laura is a wonderful caregiver. My 9 year old son loves having her sit for him. She is interactive, loving, kind, and dependable. She is just fabulous!"

Reviewed by Sally W.

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Christine C.


Deer Park, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I worked as a para educator in New York. I am trained in ABA, CPR, First Aide, and CPI. I have had children from 5 - 14 years of age, some very low functioning and some high. I have done community outings with these children. One child in particular was non verbal. I taught him to use the computer after many months he was typing...
5.0
"Christine is awesome. She is super dependable and was able to manage with ease. My twin babies love her. They become so happy the minute she walks in. She does not sit idle a minute, she is always trying to...

Reviewed by Ramya S.

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Alexa F.


Massapequa, NY

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I am a college graduate and certified elementary school teacher currently working as a permanent sub. I have always loved working with children from working as a camp counselor to babysitting throughout high school and college. I also work at a summer program for children with special needs. As a babysitter, I have had the...
5.0
"We first met Alexa when she was working as a counselor for our older daughter at the local summer recreation program. We have since hired her as our babysitter and she has been working for us for the past 4...

Reviewed by Carrie L.

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Kelley G.


Huntington Station, NY

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

3.0

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My Name's Kelley! I am a 19yr old, High-school Graduate. I am furthering my education studying Criminal Justice. I am very flexible and willing to work with you. I have cared full-time for children as young as 6 weeks up until 8 years old. I have experience with special needs children. I have CPR and First Aid certification...
5.0
"She is very honest and a suitable addition to almost all home types. I used her for 2 years and she was so wonderful. My infant and toddler loved Kelley! "

Reviewed by Jamie S.

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Wendy M.


Oakdale, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Exceptional Experienced Sitter Available

5.0

(5)

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I have recent experience providing child care for children and special needs kids. I enjoyed playing games, arts & crafts, providing meals and transportation to various activities. I am dog friendly and able to tidy up and help with homework. In the past I have volunteered at church working in both the nursery and teaching...
5.0
"Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with my family. Anyone would be lucky to have her."

Reviewed by Andrea I.

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Vera E.


Huntington Station, NY

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Mother Of Five Grown Children, And A Grandmother Of Nine Grandchildren

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I have worked for nursery schools in the past up to kindergarten. I have worked as a case aide with special needs in the school district for eight years. I have raised my own children and some of which had special needs and grandchildren. Also, it's special needs I am willing to do senior care as well. I am experienced in that...
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Julia B.


Farmingdale, NY

$14-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

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From 2016 to 2018 I worked as a teacher's assistant in classrooms with pre-school aged children, both with special needs and without special needs. In that time period I was also a one-to-one aide for a 3-year-old with a physical disability. I am a patient and nurturing caregiver experienced in taking care of children with...
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Jessica L.


West Babylon, NY

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

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I have 8 years of experience. I've cared for twins, multiple children, and special needs children. Former CNA, I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping and meal prep. I am very fun, energetic and reliable.
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Analia C.


North Babylon, NY

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

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I'd describe my personality as Patient, understanding, and trustworthy In my spare time, I like to read, and go to the gym I also have experience with kids that have special needs
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Julia T.


Farmingdale, NY

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Looking For Part Time Babysitting Gig

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I am 25 years old and have been babysitting on and off for 10 years now. I have worked with kids ranging from 1-12+ as well as children with special needs. I am currently working part time at PM pediatrics as a medical assistant twice a week and looking for a part time babysitting job.
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Karen J.


Commack, NY

$16-22/hr10 yrs exp

Loving What I Do!!!!

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Hello, I am new here and excited to be on Care. My name is Karen and I know my calling from God is working and caring for children. My job is to make the parents life a little less stressful . Last summer I worked for a family in Dix Hills caring for their three active sons. I also made them breakfast and did light...
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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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Amelia R.


Bay Shore, NY

$20/hr6 yrs exp

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I've loved working and spending time with children throughout my whole life. I began babysitting at a young age to family friends, and my little brother. When I got older I was able to get a more permanent position with two different families. My younger brother is special needs and in a wheelchair so I have experience with...
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Ellen L.


Melville, NY

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Loving Nanny/Child Care Provider

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I love working with children. They love and respect me as I love and respect them as well. They call me Miss Ellen and we usually do a lot of fun things during the day. I also read to them, teach them how to read and write and make it fun so that they enjoy learning. I am certified in first aid and CPR. I also have a new, safe...
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Carolyn H.


Babylon, NY

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Expert In Speech/language/swallowing. Help Achieving Milestones.

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I am an experienced speech-language pathologist, babysitter and special needs Mom. Looking to be involved in the lives of young people again as my kids are grown. Would love to help a family with their infant or toddler as a grandmother-type kind and caring sitter.
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Susan S.


Massapequa, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Mom/special Needs Aide/ Looking For A Part Time Job

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I am a mom and special needs aide. I have previous experience caring for infants and toddlers, also school age children.
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Alexa G.


Huntington Station, NY

$25-50/hr8 yrs exp

Friendly Babysitter!

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I have loved working with kids since I was in high-school. My previous jobs have included being a summer camp counselor, after school day program counselor, special needs counselor, and babysitting for multiple families. I have my bachelors degree in Psychology and am currently in nursing school looking to go into Pediatric...
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Toni M.


Huntington Station, NY

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

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I am graduating from college at the end of May and looking for a babysitting job for the summer before I start a career in the fall! I have been babysitting since I was 13 and have experience with boys and girls aged 2-12 and kids with special needs (have looked after children with autism and down syndrome). I have also worked...
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Gavin K.


Amityville, NY

$23-50/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Special Education Teacher

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Hello! My name is Gavin. I am a masters-level certified special education teacher with over 10 years of experience. In the classroom I balance my students' school work with other goals regarding socialization, transition of settings, behavior, communication, establishing routines, etc. I am trained in deescalating aggressive...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in West Islip, NY

Doreen T.

5.0

Doreen is absolutely fantastic! She is a very kind and respectful woman who takes the safety of children as her number one priority. My husband and I were never worried or remotely concerned for our children safety while they were in her care. Doreen was always punctual and showed up with a smile...

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Laura E.

5.0

Laura is a wonderful caregiver. My 9 year old son loves having her sit for him. She is interactive, loving, kind, and dependable. She is just fabulous!

- Sally W.

Christine C.

5.0

Christine is awesome. She is super dependable and was able to manage with ease. My twin babies love her. They become so happy the minute she walks in. She does not sit idle a minute, she is always trying to help out with house work etc when the babies sleep. I consider myself very lucky to have...

- Ramya S.

Alexa F.

5.0

We first met Alexa when she was working as a counselor for our older daughter at the local summer recreation program. We have since hired her as our babysitter and she has been working for us for the past 4 years. Alexa puts her heart into her job and both of my daughters adore her (ages 10 and...

- Carrie L.

Kelley G.

5.0

She is very honest and a suitable addition to almost all home types. I used her for 2 years and she was so wonderful. My infant and toddler loved Kelley!

- Jamie S.

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