Care.com logo
Child CareTutoringSenior CarePet CareHousekeeping

Find a job

Find special needs child care in New York, NY that you’ll love

241 special needs child care are listed in New York, NY

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 4 years

Special needs child care in New York, NY

Sarah C.'s Photo

Sarah C.


New York, NY

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Summer Special Needs Care Giver!

5.0

(2)

See profile

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Summer is supposed to be fun! With or without a disability, every child deserves a fun summer filled with meaningful activities and the opportunity to practice skills learned in the classroom out in the real world. For the past 10 or so years I have worked in various capacities with individuals with special needs. From working...
5.0
"Sarah is knowledgeable, warm, caring, and very responsible. I'm so grateful to have her in my life and can't say enough wonderful things about her!"

Hannah B.

Jennifer P.'s Photo

Jennifer P.


New York, NY

$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Dedicated Caregiver

Hi my name is Jen. I am a Broadway Actress and mom of a 15yr old. I am currently studying to get my senior care certification but have much experience caring for special needs. I would love to help out in anyway I can. Have CPR training and excellent references.
Olivia G.'s Photo

Olivia G.


New York, NY

$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 24 years old and I just graduated with my Masters in psychology! I'm vaccinated and very Covid-cautious. I am an energetic and loving caregiver who has worked with kids with ages ranging from 2 months to 16 years old. A major reason I've loved caring for children is being able to incorporate concepts and strategies I've...
Iyanna B.'s Photo

Iyanna B.


New York, NY

$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving, Gentle , And Caring !

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a fun, loving, and compassionate individual with over 10 years of experience with geriatrics, mental health disorders , and behavioral issues including developmental disabilities. I have worked within a rehabilitative standpoint and as a care aide with taking care of the individual in all aspects as in bathing , feeding,...
5.0
"I am a young black trans man and I hired Iyanna to help me as I was healing from a double mastectomy. She is LGBTQ friendly and always used the correct pronouns. Also, she helped me through the healing process with everything from cleaning, washing, cooking to...

Tat B.

Jeadd A.'s Photo

Jeadd A.


New York, NY

$30-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Funny Sitter, Honest Kind And Loyal

3.7

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 32 yr-old Filipino guy, I love dealing with other persons, and I love taking take good care of my patient. I love showing my love and care for them and treating them just one of my family members. I am very kind person, loyal, sweet, honest and loyal person. I am working right now as physical therapist assistant, but...
5.0
"Jeadd helped us for 6 weeks after my husband underwent surgery. He was a wonderful help at a very stressful time. At first Jeadd helped my husband with basic care, but then was able to use his physical therapy knowledge to work on strength and mobility. Jeadd was a...

Judy H.

Melissa H.'s Photo

Melissa H.


New York, NY

$100/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi! I have been working with children and young adults with Special Needs for over 10 years now, teaching for over 20. As former teaching fellow for students with special needs, certification in working with students with Autism, training in Orton Gillingham, and teaching at the Quad Preparatory School, I am uniquely qualified...
5.0
"Melissa worked with our son with special needs for several years when he was in upper school. She was more than just an excellent math and humanities tutor. She is compassionate, level headed and helped our son feel confident with his abilities and gain...

Barry K.

Ana H.'s Photo

Ana H.


New York, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Great experience / reference available Saturday and Sunday . Am currently hold a RN from the state of Florida, love to work with special needs!
5.0
"I can not say enough about how amazing Ana is. She is prompt, communicative, and most of all truly caring. I had a last minute work trip and Ana was able to come through for me at literally the LAST minute to take my chronically ill mother to two essential Doctor's...

Liza F.

Claire A.'s Photo

Claire A.


New York, NY

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Caregiver/tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a sister with Down Syndrome and have been involved in the special needs community my whole life. I was the president of the Best Buddies chapter at Simsbury high school where I interacted and facilitated activities for people with all different types of developmental and intellectual disabilities. In addition, I have been...
5.0
"I am an UWS mom with two kids. Claire was an amazing sitter for our daughter with ASD. She was reliable, always on time and always arrived with a smile. I wish her graduate school schedule this semester allowed for her to continue with us. I strongly recommend...

Star K.

Brittany T.'s Photo

Brittany T.


New York, NY

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've working with children who are along the spectrum for about five years. I started in a group home working as a direct care counselor for 2. 5 years. Then I worked as a home health aid for a young girl who had NF1 and was blind. After her I then worked for a family who had two young boys and were along the spectrum. I was...
5.0
"Brittany worked for us a little less than two years, than we moved back to Italy. That is the only reason why she is not with us anymore. Brittany became quickly part of our family. She traveled with us in America and in Italy. She is smart, witty, well educated,...

Lavinia M.

Yanique W.'s Photo

Yanique W.


New York, NY

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Flexible Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am Yanique. I was a Special Education Teacher in the city for students with moderate to severe disabilities. I currently work in a ICT classroom with middle schoolers. I enjoy working and interacting with children and adults. My passion is to work with persons with disabilities. I will be actively engaged during my...
Giselle R.'s Photo

Giselle R.


New York, NY

$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified trained Nanny with Medical studies as an LPN. I have more than 20 years of experience. I am CPR- AED- First Aid certified in infants, adolescents, adults and elderly. I am bilingual English and Spanish. I am also available for late evenings, weekend and date nights with advance notice. I have lots of experience...
Ashton J.'s Photo

Ashton J.


New York, NY

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiving/Special Needs/Learning Specialist

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Ashton. I have over 10 years experience in education/childcare, including full-time teaching roles. I have my Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education and Special Education, and valid teaching certificates in both New York and Florida. I manage all aspects of caring for children, from basic caregiving all the...
Ashton can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

Matthew N.'s Photo

Matthew N.


New York, NY

$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Beneficial Buddy For Children With Special Needs

Greetings! Allow me to introduce myself I am a very organized, reliable and patient person who has approximately 10 years of experience caring for children, from early childhood to teenagers. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with children of diverse abilities, including those with special needs. I can...
Kelsey N.'s Photo

Kelsey N.


New York, NY

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

I have been directly working with children and adults with special needs for 4 years, but have been volunteering with Angels' Place in Southfield, MI since I was a child. I got my Bachelors degree in Sociology from Boston University and currently working towards my Masters in Special Education at Lesley University. I worked for...
Rebecca S.'s Photo

Rebecca S.


New York, NY

$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Sitter/Tutor

Hello! My name is Rebecca, and I've worked with a wide range of folks with special needs of all ages. I believe that everyone, including the neurotypical, have special needs and that good humor and open communication are a necessary part of making sure that every person feels like a person. I've worked with toddlers, children,...
Keyondra J.'s Photo

Keyondra J.


New York, NY

$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp

Working With Special Needs For 5 Plus Years

Hello my mother has ran a group home my whole life so I have always grew up knowing and being around people who may need more help. The last 5 years I have been working with a girl who has Retts Syndrome and love it even though she is non mobile and verbal I can still communicate with her.
Jillian G.'s Photo

Jillian G.


New York, NY

$20-35/hr

Comfortable And Have Experience Working With Special Needs Children

I have worked with children with both autism and down syndrome and had an amazing experience working with them. I am always willing to take them out or just stay inside and play. I take the opportunity as making a new friend.
Karen C.'s Photo

Karen C.


New York, NY

$20-40/hr • 1 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver For Infants, Children, Teens And Adults With Special Needs

Through lived experience of one medically fragile child and one special needs child, extensive volunteer experience and now as an assistant teacher ( starting a new position with the special needs population in the fall) I bring a robust variety of skills to caring for infants, children, teens and some adults with special needs....
Deborah D.'s Photo

Deborah D.


New York, NY

$18-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

College Student Who Is Experienced Working With Special Needs

Hi! My name is Deb, l'm a college senior looking to support herself through school! I'm at NYU studying Drama with a minor in Educational Theatre. As a drama major, I'm an outgoing and playful person who loves helping children grow and learn! When I'm not working or babysitting, I'm probably taking photos with my camera or doing...
Maya S.'s Photo

Maya S.


New York, NY

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Nanny / Tutor With Special Needs Experience

I am a college student pursuing an education degree, and I am very passionate about providing positive, compassionate support for individuals with special needs. I have 7 years of babysitting experience and within that time, I have had a few different jobs with special needs children including Autism, cognitive differences,...

Showing 1 - 20 of 242

Recent special needs child care reviews in New York, NY

Sarah C.

5.0

Sarah is knowledgeable, warm, caring, and very responsible. I'm so grateful to have her in my life and can't say enough wonderful things about her!

- Hannah B.

Iyanna B.

5.0

I am a young black trans man and I hired Iyanna to help me as I was healing from a double mastectomy. She is LGBTQ friendly and always used the correct pronouns. Also, she helped me through the healing process with everything from cleaning, washing, cooking to escorting me to doctor's appointments....

- Tat B.

Jeadd A.

5.0

Jeadd helped us for 6 weeks after my husband underwent surgery. He was a wonderful help at a very stressful time. At first Jeadd helped my husband with basic care, but then was able to use his physical therapy knowledge to work on strength and mobility. Jeadd was a pleasure to have around and I...

- Judy H.

Melissa H.

5.0

Melissa worked with our son with special needs for several years when he was in upper school. She was more than just an excellent math and humanities tutor. She is compassionate, level headed and helped our son feel confident with his abilities and gain independence. He still considers her a friend...

- Barry K.

Ana H.

5.0

I can not say enough about how amazing Ana is. She is prompt, communicative, and most of all truly caring. I had a last minute work trip and Ana was able to come through for me at literally the LAST minute to take my chronically ill mother to two essential Doctor's appointments while I was away. My...

- Liza F.

Additional Special Needs Child Care Services

Special Needs Child Care in Weehawken, NJSpecial Needs Child Care in Hoboken, NJSpecial Needs Child Care in Union City, NJSpecial Needs Child Care in West New York, NJSpecial Needs Child Care in Long Island City, NYSpecial Needs Child Care in North Bergen, NJSpecial Needs Child Care in Brooklyn, NYSpecial Needs Child Care in Astoria, NYSpecial Needs Child Care in Sunnyside, NYSpecial Needs Child Care in Secaucus, NJ
Special Needs Child Care in Mine Hill, NJSpecial Needs Child Care in Brick, NJSpecial Needs Child Care in Rego Park, NYSpecial Needs Child Care in Ridgewood, NJSpecial Needs Child Care in Tuxedo Park, NYSpecial Needs Child Care in Fresh Meadows, NYSpecial Needs Child Care in Ledgewood, NJSpecial Needs Child Care in Glen Rock, NJSpecial Needs Child Care in Mahwah, NJSpecial Needs Child Care in Englewood, NJ
Show more

Ratings for New York, NY special needs child care listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Child Care in New York, NY are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 241 listed special needs child care.