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Annmarie C.

Part-Time Babysitter Available

Hauppauge, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
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...

Sophia T. says "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...

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Nanny/Caregiver

Huntington Station, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi, I'm Christine. I have over a decade of experience nannying and providing childcare to children from ages infancy to 14 years old. I worked as a C. N. A. for about four and a half years as well. I have cared for children and adults with disabilities, special needs, severe allergies, and dietary needs and restrictions, such as...

Amber Kay P. says "Christine has been a reliable caretaker for our children, and can be trusted to follow instructions and take care of any issues that might arise,...

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Huntington Station, NY

3.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience
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...

Jamie S. says "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! "

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Best Care Service Ever

Deer Park, NY

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
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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Massapequa, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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...

Carrie L. says "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...

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

Massapequa, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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Huntington Station, NY

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
Hi, my names Kaitlyn! I am a dedicated and compassionate caretaker with a bachelors degree in psychology and a strong background in caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs. My experience provides day-to-day assistance both child and parent. I am committed to creating a safe, supportive, and nurturing...
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Deer Park, NY

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I currently work as a Teaching Assistant at a preschool for children with Special Needs. I graduated from SUNY Geneseo with a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education/Special Education with a concentration in English. I have been working in the educational field since I graduated college. I love reading, playing board games,...
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Fun And Loving Childcare!

Lindenhurst, NY

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Monica and I am in my mid-20's. I have been working with children since I am about 15 years old and have over 6 years experience working with children with special needs! I have recently received my Masters Degree in Early Childhood Special and General Education, and absolutely love what I do! I am looking...
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Bay Shore, NY

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there, my name is Lexi and I am a fun and creative 22-year-old who loves to spend time with children! I am looking for a full time nanny position. I have about about 8 years of experience taking care of children of all ages. I have experience as a babysitter, children swim instructor, and I currently work as a teachers aide...
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Amityville, NY

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$24/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as caring, respectful and responsible. I like working with kids because they have so much energy, their curiosity to life makes teaching so fun. Watching them grow is such a bittersweet feeling. I'm looking for a job that allows me to show a positive impact on the children that I work with. One...
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Preschool Special Needs Teachers Assistant And Bilingual

Bay Shore, NY

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a teachers assistant for the company ACLD (Adults and children with learning disabilities). I take care of autistic children and children with behavioral issues, and typical children . I speak both English and Spanish. I have 2 years of professional experience, but have been babysitting for 5 years. I can help with Light...
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Experienced, Patient, Organized, Honest, Firm, Funny, Loving French Spanish Speaking Nanny

Huntington Station, NY

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$15/hr
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
My name is Florise. I am a good old fashioned homemaker turned college educated nanny who have decided to extent her experiences toward supporting other families. I have successfully raised 2 independents, responsible, universities bound adults' children. I was a youth counselor with 16 years' experience dealing with ADHD and...
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Hauppauge, NY

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a fun friendly person that love to help and make people comfortable. I love nice conversations that makes you feel relaxed and comfortable. At the moment I work with children and special needs however I have worked with elderly as well when I was younger. I feel comfortable around children or elderly and I've been told they...
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Nanny

Brentwood, NY

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$35/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I've been a caregiver for five years, and I love helping families by creating a safe/fun environment for kids. Growing up with 7 siblings, 3 younger, I naturally got the hang of taking care of kids. I'm patient and love using my creativity to make each day both fun & a little educational. I also have experience working with...
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Full-time Caregiver

Massapequa Park, NY

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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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Friendly, Nonsmoker, And Love Seniors

West Babylon, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Hi. I have a lot of experience working with people with special needs and seniors. I worked at a Community Center in Manhattan for about 12 years where I interacted with seniors on a daily basis. I worked at the fitness center, in the Membership Office (where I encouraged seniors to stay active),and also worked for the Senior...
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Part-time Caregiver

Farmingdale, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
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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Nurturing Caregiver With A Passion For Making A Difference

Brentwood, NY

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$22/hr
4 years experience
I am a compassionate and dedicated person with 4 years of hands on experience working in a school setting, where I've had the privilege of supporting children with autism. providing individualized support and care. I'd describe my personality as Compassionate, patient, and reliable. I like caring for people with special needs...
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Brentwood, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
My name is Ana. I am 34 years old. I have my home health aide certificate and I also have experience with children with disabilities. I have a 7-year-old girl with autism and I have that experience in myself.
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Special Needs Caregivers in West Islip, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Annmarie C.

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...

- Sophia T.

Christine A.

Christine has been a reliable caretaker for our children, and can be trusted to follow instructions and take care of any issues that might...

- Amber Kay P.

Kelley G.

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...

- Jamie S.

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