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Abby F.

Enthusiastic Babysitter

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Carpooling

craft assistance

swimming supervision

I have been working with children for as long as I can remember. Throughout high school, I nannied throughout the summers. I have nannied for a family with a child with special needs; I have nannied for an infant; I have nannied for a family of 5. Last summer after I completed my freshman year at UMD, I worked in a preschool as...

Brian W. says "Abby is amazing. She's a responsible, loving, playful and very engaging as a nanny and babysitter. She's very creative and finds fun age appropriate...

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Brazil K.

Best Sitter Ever

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)

from: $21/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Craft assistance

meal prep

Hello, my name is Brazil , I'm an18-year-old college student born and raised in the bronx. I am now a freshman attending Suny Empire University where I major in childhood education. Growing up I often took care of my cousins and the children of family friends, who ranged from newborns to about 10 years old. As I grew older, I...

Janice C. says "Brazil is amazing!! She is so responsive and attentive to my son's needs and fun-loving. Brazil is so easy to talk to. She is very sweet and a pleasure to...

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Laurie A.

Special Needs Provider

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(0)

from: $35/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I have had extensive experience working with children with mental and physical challenges. I am certified in First Aid and CPR. I have a New York State background check. I love to work with children because they teach us more about ourselves than anyone ever will.

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Antoinett F.

Smile Producer

Mount Vernon, NY

5.0(1)

from: $29/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Carpooling

swimming supervision

meal prep

craft assistance

light cleaning

I have been working at a charter school for the last 6 years. I have knowledge of children ages 0-13 years old at this time. I love children! Prior to working at the school I gained experience working with children. I have worked at a camp for 13 years. I also have experience working with children with special needs. I worked at...

Zaida S. says "Antoinette is very reliable, punctual and professional. Very kind and caring. Always goes above to get the job done."

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Khirishana K.

Charismatic Caregiver

South Ozone Park, NY

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience

Hi, my name is Khirishana and I am 19 years old. I am a sophomore at college pursuing a career in medicine. I have a passion for working with children; their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy made them a joy to be around. I have been working with children in a variety of settings for over 10 years. I am a responsible...

Gaitri P. says "Khirishana is an amazing nanny. She integrated so well and my son absolutely loved her. She was professional, patient and very flexible. She had a medical...

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Rosemary G.

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 15 families in your area

Craft assistance

swimming supervision

light cleaning

meal prep

I am an art educator and caregiver, with over 10 years of experience working with children. I currently nanny an infant, a 3-year-old, and a 4-year-old. I am looking for date night babysitting or art tutoring. I have taught numerous art programs for kids, including a year teaching art at a private middle school and running a...

Sky G. says "Rosemary was a great help for some last minute care we needed for our 8 month old son. She was responsive, attentive, and easy to coordinate with. Thank you...

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Chloe V.

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Hi! My name is Chloe and I am 22 years old. I have experience babysitting/nannying ages 6 months to 13 years old for the past 10 years! I graduated in May from Michigan State University with degrees in Elementary Education and Child Development. I have thousands of hours in classrooms, most notably a full semester in a...

Brianna S. says "To whom it may concern, It is my pleasure to recommend Chloe as a childcare provider. She has cared for our 6 month old son, three times a week for the...

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Riley M.

Experienced Caregiver

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Craft assistance

swimming supervision

I've been working with children since I was 16 years old, starting out as an Assistant Instructor at my dojo. Over the past 8 years I have been working with children in various capacities and steadily growing my experience. I have had extensive experience as a nanny, caregiver, dog and cat sitter and reading and writing tutor. I...

Amanda F. says "Riley is a gift to my family. He has been caring for my three children a few days a week for about three months. He is punctual and very responsible. My...

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Maya N.

Queens Village, NY

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I love providing care to anyone. I'm a certified HHA with 10 years of experience. I have dealt with all types of people from children to adults including those with special needs. I've had many cases... Bed ridden Colostomy Catheter Alzheimer's Impediment etc. I can perform all aspects of activities of daily living and can work...

Valerie B. says "Maya is a professional through and through. I trust her to take good care of my son."

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Ali G.

Elementary Tutor/caregiver Available

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Carpooling

swimming supervision

meal prep

craft assistance

travel

+ 1 more

My name is Ali and I am a 32-year-old special education teacher. I have my graduate degree in Elementary Education and Special Education, as well as a master's in Curriculum and Instruction. I have had babysitting experience since I was in 6th grade, including full-time nannying positions over many summers. My mother also...

Katie L. says "Ali first babysat for our son when he was 3 months old. She's the first babysitter we ever left him with, and I could not have felt more instantly...

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Taryn T.

Play Is Our Brain's Favorite Way To Learn. I Can Help! ISO F/T Position.

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Craft assistance

travel

Hi! I am a certified occupational therapy assistant (COTA) and full time nanny! I have extensive experience working with NYC, mainly UWS, families. Because of my OT and nanny experience, I am able to facilitate a rich learning environment that is fun. After all, the best kind of learning comes from play! *At the moment I am...

Edwin F. says "Taryn is a charming and magnificent person. She's not only friendly, but smart and talented. Definitely the best!"

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Amanda V.

Friendly, Empathetic, Patient Caregiver

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

I've worked many years at a school called Shema Kolainu (meaning, Hear our Voices in Hebrew). I mostly worked with children in the spectrum, but I worked with children of all needs.

Riley C. says "I have to thank Care for your service! Because of Care, I found Amanda, and I now have someone great to help my children with their school work! Amanda is...

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Sherolyn T.

Aid On Call

Maspeth, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience

Dementia

personal care

live-in home care

home modification

respite care

+ 1 more

Hello! My name is Sherolyn T. I have 20 years of experience in working with seniors, children and those who have special needs. I have mainly worked with the senior community in nursing homes, private homes and hospitals. I have found much joy and fulfillment in helping others. I earned my CNA from ABCI and I am able to assist...

Nadine G. says "I am honored to provide a reference for Sherolyn. I have known Sherolyn for 15 years. In the capacity Of her immediate Supervisor which led to a...

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Hayley W.

Professional Nanny/Personal Assistant

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $45/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Carpooling

travel

craft assistance

swimming supervision

Professional childcare provider with over 10 years of experience in fully-staffed estates seeking a full time, long term (live in/live out) career-nanny/management position in the Tri-State Area. Working as a governess is something I am truly passionate about, and believe it is my life's calling. That is why I am moving back to...

Maureen M. says "Hayley was our Nanny for over 3 years & still continues to babysit our 6 year old daughter occasionally. We were extremely comfortable w/ Hayley from the...

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Perla E.

Billingual, Musical And Fun Loving Babysitter

Astoria, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Craft assistance

meal prep

grocery shopping

light cleaning

Hi, My name is Perla. I'm a Computer Science college student with 8+ years of experience in child care and Math tutoring. I'm an English and Spanish native speaker. I'm very active. I love bike riding, playing soccer, playing guitar and ukulele. Also, I'm experienced with kids from ages 1 to 13 and kids with special needs.

Crystal S. says "Perla is responsible, loving and the kids adore her. She worked for our family for over a year and was energetic, thoughtful and hardworking. She made...

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Edra M.

Loving Part-Time Caregiver

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $22/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Craft assistance

I am a Loving, Caring, Experienced woman. I have worked in childcare all my life. I have 3 grown children, of my own. My oldest son is Autistic, I have experience with children that have special needs. I have an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked in a private day care, in the city of New York. I have...

Fabiola B. says "She took great care of our 7yo son during after school hours for a year. Amicable and extremely patient, helped with 1st grade homework. Good family...

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Nadia G.

Caregiver With 21 Plus Years Experience In The Industry Seeks New Position.

Jamaica, NY

5.0(1)

from: $28/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Light cleaning

I have a natural instinct and understanding of children I have been called the baby whisperer and have the baby magic I help them to thrive and grow in every aspect I have taken care of children newborns to adulthood for 20 plus years professionally I am experienced knowledgeable intelligent kind respectful, punctual . I...

Lisha H. says "We were extremely lucky to find Nadia who has been our son's nanny for more than a year (from age 5 months to 18 months). As a first time parent returning...

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Julieta C.

Franklin Square, NY

5.0(1)

from: $23/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Light cleaning

Hi!! I have been a childcare provider for many years, I love children dearly, I think they're the best!! I have worked with a special needs child, in a day care center, and in private homes with infants, toddlers, preescholers and elementary school children. I'm an honest, loving, responsable and energetic person. I'm also...

Su P. says "Julieta was our nanny for over a year. My daughter absolutely loved her and had so much fun doing activities together. I would definitely recommend her. She...

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Kiera M.

Mental Health Therapist/Nanny Available For Part Time Positions

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $18/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Carpooling

swimming supervision

meal prep

craft assistance

travel

+ 1 more

Hi! My name is Kiera. I am a Mental Health Therapist/nanny living in Manasquan, NJ. My experience includes age ranges from 3 m/o-preteens. While completing my undergraduate degree, I worked in Hamden, CT where I specialized in working with infants (5 m/o-2 y/o), as well as preschoolers (3-4 y/o). During my summers in...

Irina Z. says "Kiera is absolutely phenomenal and we love her dearly! She tamed my wild and independent 8yo who drove crazy two other nannies. Our 3yo could not wait for...

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Elsy C.

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Grocery shopping

travel

swimming supervision

light cleaning

meal prep

Nurturing young minds is more than a job for me; it's a passion. My nine years of experience caring for children have solidified my desire to positively impact their lives. I'm patient, friendly, and comfortable enforcing household rules. I provide regular updates via text or phone call, always following your preferred...

Laura G. says "A very patient and loving person with my baby, I would really hire her again."

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Whitestone, NY

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Abby F.

Abby is amazing. She's a responsible, loving, playful and very engaging as a nanny and babysitter. She's very creative and finds fun age...

- Brian W.

Brazil K.

Brazil is amazing!! She is so responsive and attentive to my son's needs and fun-loving. Brazil is so easy to talk to. She is very sweet and...

- Janice C.

Antoinett F.

Antoinette is very reliable, punctual and professional. Very kind and caring. Always goes above to get the job done.

- Zaida S.

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Abby F.

Enthusiastic Babysitter

Brazil K.

Best Sitter Ever

Laurie A.

Special Needs Provider

Antoinett F.

Smile Producer

Khirishana K.

Charismatic Caregiver

Rosemary G.

Chloe V.

Riley M.

Experienced Caregiver

Maya N.

Ali G.

Elementary Tutor/caregiver Available

Taryn T.

Play Is Our Brain's Favorite Way To Learn. I Can Help! ISO F/T Position.

Amanda V.

Friendly, Empathetic, Patient Caregiver

Sherolyn T.

Aid On Call

Hayley W.

Professional Nanny/Personal Assistant

Perla E.

Billingual, Musical And Fun Loving Babysitter

Edra M.

Loving Part-Time Caregiver

Nadia G.

Caregiver With 21 Plus Years Experience In The Industry Seeks New Position.

Julieta C.

Kiera M.

Mental Health Therapist/Nanny Available For Part Time Positions

Elsy C.

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Whitestone, NY

Abby F.

Brazil K.

Antoinett F.

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