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437 special needs caregivers are listed in Brooklyn, NY
The average rate is $21/hr as of July 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Brooklyn, NY
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Taylor, an Early Childhood Special Education graduate school student, who wants to help look after your little ones! I have worked in a preschool for 2 years, been a reliable child care provider for over 6 years, and just finished my undergraduate degree in Education. I have a passion for working with children, making...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"My boys love Taylor and she's exactly who I wanted caring for them--engaged, fun, kind, well-versed in development and emotional intelligence. "
Margaret S.
Christina B.
Brooklyn, NY
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi I'm Christina, I'm 20 And Based In Brooklyn, New York!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, energetic, caring, & passionate
I like working with kids because I spent my whole life around them. I'm a kid at heart & being around them allows me to see the world through their eyes, there is fun in everything!
I'm looking for a job that provides a stable & comfortable environment....
5.0
"Christina is a great energy to have in my space with my children. I have a 2 year old who is autistic and a 5 month old and she has my 2 year old trying new foods (which he does very seldom) and my 5 month old spoiled. I wish I found her sooner - She is punctual...
Shanisha F.
5.0
(2)
FUN! Caring and Compassionate!
I enjoy caring for children as it comes naturally to me; being that I am a mom of two special needs children. I understand children's needs and take time to understand and allow them to enjoy being a kid.
I started working with children when I was a teenager. I am the oldest of five siblings,...
Tanya can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Our girls loved spending time with Tanya! I would absolutely recommend her - she was wonderful!"
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Salonica J.
Brooklyn, NY
$46/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello parents! I'm Salonica and I have a passion for little ones. I have multiple years of experience in nannying and caring for persons with special needs. I'd love to fill your families life with fun, creativity, and assistance in daily home life and childcare.
Salonica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Salonica was the nanny of our 4 and 6 year old boys for about 3.5 years. She is fantastic - patient, punctual, kind, excellent driver, clean, trustworthy and the list goes on. Our family loves her dearly. She’s the best! "
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4.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sarah and I am a 26-year-old female living in Brooklyn, NY looking for part time babysitting jobs! I am a 2022 college graduate from UMass Boston, I am the second oldest of four children and have over 10 years of experience caregiving kids of all ages from newborns to teenagers as well as 1 year working with...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah is an extremely hard working young lady that is organized and responsible. She has been babysitting and nannying for families in our hometown for years and has always demonstrated the utmost care for children. She is a lifeguard and has been caring for...
Kelly M.
4.3
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents! My name is Mishka. I am 32 years old and I am young woman with a nursing background, I am a natural caregiver who is extremely compassionate and nurturing. I am extremely active and playful, I also love crafts. I also believe in teaching and engaging a child's mind. I have 6 years of experience with children and...
Mishka can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Mishka spent two weeks with us whilst we were on holiday from Australia, she spent every evening with our two daughters (4 & 2 years old). She had dinner with them and put them down to sleep, and very quickly built a special bond with them.
She was kind,...
Renata P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with babysitting, nannying, special needs care, pet & house care, Senior care, and more. I have a Master of Social Work from University. From ages four to 14, from 2001-2011, Louisiana. We were a cradle care family for over 60 newborns through their adoption process. Along with my...
Mary Michael can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mary Michael worked for us from February through September of 2022. She was responsible for picking up our older son from school throughout the week and hanging out with him / helping with homework until one of us got home. She also frequently helped with dinner...
Ira W.
Kateri B.
Brooklyn, NY
$28-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Kateri. I have 10 years of experience in a nanny/at home setting and in professional childcare. I have been a preschool teacher for 5 years, and have had over 200 hours of training in childhood development. I have a Childhood Development Associate and CPR/First Aid. I also am trained in Safe Sleep ( for infants). I am...
Kateri can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Kateri was wonderful with my little ones! She kept them entertained, was funny, and really sweet. She was also well worth the price! I would recommend her to anyone and will definitely contact her for my sitting needs in the future!"
Becky M.
Madeline G.
Brooklyn, NY
$22-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
With over 8 years of experience as a nanny, I have had the privilege of working with children of all ages, from newborns to high schoolers. My nurturing approach and deep understanding of children's emotions have allowed me to create a supportive and enriching environment for each child under my care.
From school pick-ups to...
Madeline can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Yes
Madeline was a very good and helpful worker . She's always on time and punctual . Even when I'm overwhelmed with my family and work . I can always depend on her and know that she will be there once I reach out to her . I recommend her to other families and I...
Prudence J.
5.0
(2)
PLEASE NOTE: I'M NOW ONLY SEEKING ONE-TIME/OCCASIONAL WORK. I'm a dedicated, energetic, responsible, education-focused nanny. A college graduate and former preschool teaching assistant, I have eight years of professional child care experience, mostly in Park Slope. I am a mother of two, gifted sons and a grandmother of two. I'm...
Bonnie can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Bonnie cared for our son from around age one for eight months, when we transitioned him to daycare. She worked part time while both of us were working from home, and continues with occasional sitting. She was highly committed and flexible when our schedule needed...
Patrick D.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a mature, dependable and high-energy person with a passion for childcare excellence. Valued by parents for warmth, professionalism, dedication and excellent judgment. Provide parents with an unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and welfare of their children. I have 16years plus of experience working with children...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nicole was wonderful with our daughter and made me feel at ease leaving my daughter for the evening. She was great to coordinate with and filled me in on what happened while I was away. "
Ben W.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked for over 22 years as a caregiver. I am HHA and CPR certified. My last assignment was for over nine and a half years as a private caregiver. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson and stroke patients. I am an extremely capable and compassionate person with extensive experience in elderly care. I am...
Jennifer can also help with: Companionship, respite care, hospice services, dementia, personal care, specialized care & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jennifer is a really caring and nice people person. She goes above and beyond for all those she cares for."
Kalima M.
Chaya K.
Brooklyn, NY
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Special Needs Care Provider- Focus On Engagement And Communication
I started volunteering with people with special needs as a freshman in high school. By the time I graduated high school, I was running a respite program that serviced 20 individuals with special needs. I continued running respite programs while also working in schools and in Medicaid Waiver funded residences. I was trained in...
Hi, my name is Tashonna H. and I am currently a speech pathology major at Long Island University. For the past 8 years I have worked with kids in my community, babysitting and tutoring. I also have experience taking care of kids with special needs as I have a brother who is a special needs child. My little brother is currently 8...
Hi! Shalom! My name is Jameela, I am a responsible, Mandarin speaking nanny with virtual and in classroom teaching experience. Previously I was responsible for assisting a moderate to severe autistic 7 and 2. 5-year-old. Responsibilities included stunning assistance, scheduling and monitoring therapies, and introducing modified...
Michelle W.
Brooklyn, NY
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Part Time Caregiver Available For Special Needs Families
Hello,
I have been working with children with special needs for 8 years. I have worked in a childcare setting as well as provided private care. I have experience with children with food allergies, Down's syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, hydrocephalus, seizure disorders and eating disorders. I enjoy taking children outside for...
Chantelle J.
Brooklyn, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Nanny With Special Needs Experience, Available Full Time Or Part Time
I have 5 years of experience working with special needs kids. In my last position, I was working with a little boy who was 11 months when I started to work with him and now he is 3 years old. He had PDD. I love working with him. I basically was his teacher. I taught him to walk, row, and talk. and I went with him to school. I...
Deserie T.
Brooklyn, NY
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Special Needs Child And Adult Care Provider For 30+ Years
I have cared for children and adults for 30+ years. I am trained and certified to care for children with special needs, ADHD, Autism, and children of all ages and abilities. I am trained in Adult, child, and infant CPR & AED. I have certifications in earlier childhood education & development of newborns, preschool, school age,...
I worked one on one with a 12-year-old boy with Autism as well as other children daily with varying disabilities. I also recently got hired as a teaching aide to work one on one with young children that have disabilities.
Licensed Special Educator who is very passionate about my work with children and families! For the past 6 years I have taught at a therapeutic preschool, providing supports and teaching children with a variety of special needs. I graduated with a masters degree in special education this past spring, and now looking to provide...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Brooklyn, NY
Taylor C.
5.0
My boys love Taylor and she's exactly who I wanted caring for them--engaged, fun, kind, well-versed in development and emotional intelligence.
- Margaret S.
Christina B.
5.0
Christina is a great energy to have in my space with my children. I have a 2 year old who is autistic and a 5 month old and she has my 2 year old trying new foods (which he does very seldom) and my 5 month old spoiled. I wish I found her sooner - She is punctual and travels to me faithfully and I...
- Shanisha F.
Tanya R.
5.0
Tanya is an honest and very polite person. She always looks out for the best for others and is very diligent and focused.
- Care member
Salonica J.
5.0
Salonica was the nanny of our 4 and 6 year old boys for about 3.5 years. She is fantastic - patient, punctual, kind, excellent driver, clean, trustworthy and the list goes on. Our family loves her dearly. She’s the best!
- Care member
Sarah M.
3.0
Sarah cared for my son for 3 days while I was on a business trip in the area. She was punctual and friendly. I was in a hotel, which is hard for child care, and Sarah rose to the occasion. The issue was pricing. We spoke 3 days before my trip and agreed to an hourly rate. We texted a bit after that,...
- Erika M.
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Ratings for Brooklyn, NY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Brooklyn, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 181 reviews of the 437 listed special needs caregivers.