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601 special needs caregivers are listed in New York, NY
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in New York, NY
Alexa O.
New York, NY
$30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Responsible And Attentive Young Sitter Who Will Take Care Of Your Child's Every Need!
5.0
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Hi! My name is Alexa and I'd love to help out your family and children! I currently live in the UWS and am looking for stable recurring job with a great family!
I graduated from Indiana University in 2021. I'd describe my personality as creative, outgoing and eccentric. In my spare time, I like to go for walks in Central Park,...
5.0
"Alexa worked as my tenant coordinator. She is reliable and performed her tasks well with minimal supervision."
Reviewed by Luigi O.
5.0
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My name is Sarah and I am a 31-year-old nanny living in Manhattan. I have been a nanny for over 10 years and am first aid and CPR certified. I have a degree in childhood development and have experience in child care with children of all ages in various environments. I have been in my current position for 4 years where I nanny...
5.0
"I interviewed Sarah both on the phone and in person. She was always quick to reply to text/email, was early for the person interview. Sarah was intelligent, kind, and energetic. We ended up hiring someone else...
Reviewed by Gabrielle R.
5.0
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Hi there, my name is Scott and I am a fun and energetic nanny and a certified NYS public school teacher! I have 4 years of babysitting/nanny experience and 4 years of public school experience. I love working with children, a passion that inspired me to become an educator.
My biggest strength as a nanny and educator is my...
5.0
"Scott has been our son's private clarinet lesson instructor since 2019. When our family babysitter quit without notice at the beginning of summer 2022, I asked Scott at the last minute if he had the capacity to...
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5.0
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Hello. Thank you for visiting my profile.
I'm a nanny with 3+ years of experience ranging in age from 4 months to 16 years. I have worked as a nanny for 3 different families. I'm a psychologist and I have 1 year of experience with special needs children.
I am creative. I like to develop activities that help appropriate growth...
5.0
"I needed a babysitter at very short notice and Valery was available. From our first conversation she was friendly, enthusiastic and keen to show her passion for looking after children. She gave me regular...
Reviewed by Charlotte B.
4.8
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Hi parents!
I am an enthusiastic & attentive caretaker with 7 years of experience working with children ages 0-12, and people with special needs ages 5-22. I have experience in roles such as live-in nanny, babysitter, daycare assistant, special needs aid, camp counselor, housekeeper, and more. I have CPR and EMT training.
I am...
4.0
"Malka took care of our baby boy during the day while we worked from home for 3 months, from the time he was 7 months old until 10 months old. She was very personable and nice to be around in our home. At first...
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Diarra F.
New York, NY
$37/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.3
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My name is Jara, I have 6years plus experience of being a nanny. I major in biology. I'm young but very matured. My last job I took care of 3 kids myself. I have experience with children of all ages and children with special needs. I will pick your children from school and bring them home. Make sure backpacks are clean and...
5.0
"Diarra is a wonderful person. She is punctual, reliable and understanding. You can leave her with the children with no worries."
Reviewed by Eric L.
Ashley R.
New York, NY
$40-49/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I reside and babysit in Soho, Manhattan as well as Jersey-City , New Jersey . I have vast experience working with children including teaching, daycare and babysitting. As well as Being a mother of two ( a 7-year-old boy and a 2-year-old girl ) . I have been baby sitting all ages for over 10 Yrs. I was the head teacher for a...
5.0
"Ashley was absolutely wonderful. She was warm , funny , thoughtful and a joy to have a part of our family . She was trust worthy reliable and treated my children as her own. Would help in every way she knew how...
Reviewed by Marlene D.
Gabriela M.
New York, NY
$15-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Gaby Currently I'm Working As A Para Professional And I Love Working With Kids!
5.0
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I'd describe my personality as bubbly, sweet, and kind hearted.
I like working with kids because they are a joy to be around and as someone who wants a career in working with kids this helps improve my experience and helping others as well with child care.
I'm looking for a job that helps with experiences.
I started working...
5.0
"Good babysitter! Kids were well fed and had a good time! "
Reviewed by Angel P.
5.0
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Hello there!
I'm an English and Portuguese Teacher from Brazil, and I've just relocated back to the U. S. I absolutely love working with kids and I look forward connecting with you.
- Previous English/Portuguese Teacher in Brazil.
- Four years of experience as a nanny in NYC - great references.
- Two Bachelor's...
5.0
"We had several wonderful nannies over the years as my daughter was growing up but Leticia (Ticia) was by far the best!! She was my daughter's caretaker for four years starting when she was 9 years old.
I...
Reviewed by Debra R.
Shannon K.
New York, NY
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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I have been a nanny/babysitter on and off for about 5 years. I am available for part time and full time work. I have experience with children with special needs and medical disabilities.
5.0
"Shannon came to us with excellent references from other families of children with and without special needs. At the interview where she met my son (who is relatively non-verbal) he hugged her and said, "Bye...
Reviewed by Loretta L.
Kiera M.
New York, NY
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mental Health Therapist/Nanny Available For Part Time Positions
5.0
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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...
5.0
"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 Kiera to come in the morning. He is usually very...
Reviewed by Irina Z.
4.0
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Hi! I have been babysitting for the past 14 years. I am local to Tribeca (10013) and a native New Yorker.
I love children and am great with all ages. I have a specialty in special needs as I have two nephews that are autistic. I am looking forward to meeting you! Feel free to ask me any specific questions.
4.0
"We were unable to use Erin because our kids weren't feeling well when we booked her. However, she was very easy to contact and wonderful with her follow up. I would definitely try to get in touch with her...
Reviewed by Michelle V.
5.0
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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...
5.0
"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 comfortable. She's warm and enthusiastic, and our son took to...
Reviewed by Katie L.
5.0
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I have been caring for children ever since my first job as a mother's helper over 15 years ago. I have extensive experience with children with special needs. I am a 3rd year teacher and currently teach in a private school in Lexington, MA for students with disabilities. I am currently looking for after school and recurring...
5.0
"Kelsey is warm and friendly. My daughter took to her immediately. Kelsey was attentive to her and played developmental games with her. She did a great job and she made a great first impression.
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Reviewed by Jay M.
5.0
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I am a positive and energetic aunt of eight nieces and nephews. I worked at a school with special needs kids for about eight years now. Which I love working there. I'm looking for a way to earn a little extra money while doing the things I love. I'm confident, energetic, and fun. I do think kids are kids, but it's up to adults...
5.0
"We had a trial date. Milene was on time and asked questions about the job. She showed a high level of concern for our daughter's health and safety. She was very passionate about children getting the care they...
Reviewed by Kesina G.
Maria P.
New York, NY
$16-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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I first discovered my fondness for children when my mother started babysitting in our home. As I watched the children grow, so too did my admiration. When I moved out of my family home for college, I immediately got a job babysitting. During my studies, I also worked with and cared for special needs children at the Florida...
5.0
"María A is very disciplined, responsible and at the same time loving with children, she is a perfect nanny, and will give you a lot of confidence and security for the care of your children."
Reviewed by Beatriz C.
Arabia C.
New York, NY
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! My name is Arabia! I love working with children because I have a passion for education and ambition and I've come to find that if there is anyone more aspiring and curious to learn, it's children. I have experience as a Teaching Assistant working with children from K-12. I want to be able to do something with the lead...
5.0
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I have experience watching over all ages, as well as special needs children. I've worked with the Association to Benefit Children for a full year as an assistant teacher, as well as 2 years with Prime Time Sports coaching children with special needs and disabilities in basketball, as well as teaching them important lessons in...
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Hi! I recently graduated from Elon University with a degree in Strategic Communications. During my junior and senior year, I had the privilege of babysitting a little boy. He was 6 months old when I started, so it was wonderful to see him grow! I am so thankful for the beautiful bond I formed with him and his family. Throughout...
5.0
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Hi, my name is Ingrid. I am a mother of two, grandmother of one and have 22 years experience working with children with special needs through the New York City Department of Education. I take pride in the work I do daily with my students and in further developing their skills. I am responsible, caring and fun. Please reach out...
5.0
"Ingrid is a responsible, experienced and kind person. She had to keep track of driving my middle schooler to different locations and was always on time, kind and communicative. I highly recommend her!"
Reviewed by Jenny L.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in New York, NY
Alexa O.
5.0
Alexa worked as my tenant coordinator. She is reliable and performed her tasks well with minimal supervision.
- Luigi O.
Sarah C.
5.0
I interviewed Sarah both on the phone and in person. She was always quick to reply to text/email, was early for the person interview. Sarah was intelligent, kind, and energetic. We ended up hiring someone else but I urge anyone to consider her!
- Gabrielle R.
Scott B.
5.0
Scott has been our son's private clarinet lesson instructor since 2019. When our family babysitter quit without notice at the beginning of summer 2022, I asked Scott at the last minute if he had the capacity to babysit over the summer. Scott jumped at the opportunity and, quite frankly, saved the...
- Care member
Valery G.
5.0
I needed a babysitter at very short notice and Valery was available. From our first conversation she was friendly, enthusiastic and keen to show her passion for looking after children. She gave me regular updates, was on time and jumped straight in to washing bottles so I could get ready. I will...
- Charlotte B.
Malka S.
4.0
Malka took care of our baby boy during the day while we worked from home for 3 months, from the time he was 7 months old until 10 months old. She was very personable and nice to be around in our home. At first our boy was clingy and upset to be left with someone new, but by the end of her time with...
- Care member
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Ratings for New York, NY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in New York, NY are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 189 reviews of the 601 listed special needs caregivers.