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Mackenzie M.


Islip, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi there I am Mackenzie! I have 10 years of experience with babysitting- from newborns to teenagers along with children with special needs. I can help with any Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation that is needed. I am the oldest of 5 children along with being a full time substitute teacher. I am currently pursuing my Master's...
5.0
"Mackenzie was great with our 3 kids. They all had a great time with her while mom and dad went out for a night and Mackenzie was excellent about communicating with us. Would definitely use her again and highly...

Reviewed by Jessica B.

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Nalijah W.


Amityville, NY

$10-20/hr4 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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Kayla C.


Copiague, NY

$15-50/hr1 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...
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Annmarie C.


Hauppauge, NY

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter Available

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.

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Cameron C.


Islip, NY

$22/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi! My names Cameron and i'm 23 years old. I graduated college with a bachelors degree in Psychology. I have worked as a one to one aid at a school with a child with autism. I am available anytime any day date nights too. I have a lot of experience working with children ages 1-12 I have babysat many kids. I have 4 younger...
5.0
"Very caring and attentive. Energetic and loves to play games with the kids."

Reviewed by Yvonne R.

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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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Nuvia U.


Bethpage, NY

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Love And Compassion

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I am honest and reliable, taking care of my husband taught me how to treat people with special needs
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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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Amy D.


Massapequa, NY

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Infant And Toddler Babysitter!

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I have 5 years of babysitting experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry. I have worked at a daycare for 2 years in the infant room as well as the toddler rooms. I also have experience caring for special needs children.
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Kristine P.


Huntington Station, NY

$25-26/hr4 yrs exp

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I work full-time M-F, but I have been a camp counselor for 3-6-year-olds for 3 years and I have experience with special needs children. I have a graduate degree and I love children. Trying to start my life and need extra cash.
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James R.


Massapequa, NY

$20-35/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate & Enthusiastic

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I am a compassionate, athletic & energetic Husband/ Father. Sadly, I had to care for both my parents when they were terminally ill with cancer. I can help an individual and/or family with transportation, personal care, errands, housekeeping, & company. I have worked in the special needs community. I am very tech savvy and handy...
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Emily D.


Bay Shore, NY

$17-33/hr2 yrs exp

Supervising Children, Ensuring Safety ,special Needs Children And High Needs,patient,

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I'd describe my personality as outgoing, responsible, and trustworthy I like working with kids because it provides an opportunity to teach them life lessons, useful skills and important knowledge In my spare time, I like to do arts and crafts such as painting and drawing as well as meditation
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Lisa B.


Massapequa, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Elder Care Giver/companion

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I've worked for 10 plus years helping out children with special needs and adults it's who couldn't do things for themselves I'm friendly compassionate and have a heart of gold and love to help people
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Danielle M.


Lindenhurst, NY

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

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I have 1 year of experience. I can help with crafts, errands, laundry, cooking/meal prep, light housekeeping. Currently employed at an Integrated special needs School as a teaching assistant.
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Lara B.


Woodbury, NY

$19-25/hr6 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Fun And Active !

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Hi! My passion of helping individuals began when I was a sophomore in high school. I volunteered for a number of programs after school such as AHRC horse ability, nursing homes and friendship circle. Ive mainly been involved or employed working with individuals with specials needs. At age 21 I signed up on care. com where I was...
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Nicole B.


East Northport, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

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Nurturing, attentive, educated, loyal, understanding, flexible, professional, and enthusiastic. These are just a few of the words that have been voiced about me from past and current employers. My strong background working with children has yielded my ability to obtain the wonderful attributes mentioned above. I currently am...
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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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Priscilla N.


Amityville, NY

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Priscilla. I am 26 years old and I currently work as a one-to-one para at a middle school for special needs. I've been working in this field for about 3 years now. I have an extensive background in caretaking from 2015 to now. I was a caretaker for my older disabled brother and through that experience I found a...
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Shelby G.


West Islip, NY

$20-50/hr2 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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I have taken classes on special needs children and autism spectrum disorder during my time in college.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wyandanch, NY

Mackenzie M.

5.0

Mackenzie was great with our 3 kids. They all had a great time with her while mom and dad went out for a night and Mackenzie was excellent about communicating with us. Would definitely use her again and highly recommend!

- Jessica B.

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.

Cameron C.

5.0

Very caring and attentive. Energetic and loves to play games with the kids.

- Yvonne R.

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