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

60 special needs child care are listed in Wantagh, NY

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

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

Special needs child care in Wantagh, NY

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Sarah C.


Wantagh, NY

$17-21/hr • 7 yrs exp

Sarah C.

5.0

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I have had experience caring for someone with a disability since I can remember. My oldest sister has cerebral palsy and I have been one of her main caregivers for many years. I have experience working in a school for children with special needs. I worked at South Shore Educational collaborative as a paraprofessional for four...
5.0
"Sarah was phenomenal with my daughter who has Autism. She was patient, kind and my daughter absolutely loved being with her! We consider ourselves so lucky and fortunate to have her work and care for my daughter"

Nancy S.

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Susan C.


Wantagh, NY

$17/hr

Special Needs Childcare

For the past 3 years I have worked within the school district with special needs children. The past year I was working in Kindergarten grades for most of the time. I enjoy helping the children learn and grow to their fullest potential..
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Kimberly R.


Wantagh, NY

$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available

Hello I am 22 and currently a graduate student at LIU Post studying Speech- Language pathology. I have worked full time at a special needs preschool specializing in early identification / intervention for children birth -7 with learning, language, social, and behavior challenges. I have also worked with children as a...
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Lynette F.


Wantagh, NY

$18-23/hr • 6 yrs exp

Companion

Senior caregiver for over 15 yrs. Very compassionate, energetic, with car. Looking for pt the evenings of mon, we'd possibly thurs 6-10 p.m. and every other Sunday
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Nigeria W.


Uniondale, NY

$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Over 20 years experience working with people Diagnosed with Intellectual Disabilities, CP, Seizure Disorder, and Autism.
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Alexandra O.


Rockville Centre, NY

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-Time Summer Babysitter Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Alexandra and I am a Speech Language Pathologist in an educationally based setting. While growing up, I've had many jobs, which required caring for children. These jobs included being a counselor at both sleep away and day camp and babysitting for multiple families with children of all ages. Throughout my graduate...
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"I have used Alexandra for childcare for my special needs son who is almost 4 years old. She is punctual, reliable, and great with kids. I highly recommend her and trust her with my nonverbal son, which I think there's a lot!"

Melissa G.

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Patricia O.


Merrick, NY

$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

27 Years Experience Working With Special Needs Children And General Education Also

Hi, I've worked and presently still am a special needs teachers aide for s school district. I also have worked for a few families over the past 13 years with children ages 6 months thru 16 yrs. My hours in the school district are from eight till 12 noon. I am available after that time. I have many references if needed and thank...
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Patti was a wonderful caretaker for our 4 year old son. She's reliable, punctual and has a very calm disposition that any child would respond quickly to. She really loves kids and kids love her. Patti built a wonderful relationship with my whole family. We will...

Casey S.

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Patricia O.


Merrick, NY

$17/hr

Nanny, Driver, Have Special Needs Experience

I am currently a Part-time Special Ed. teacher's Aide. I have been working in the School District for 22 years. Along with that I have worked for 2 families, caring for their children. I drove and picked them up from school, stayed with them till their parents came home, and also drove them to different functions. The second...
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Nalijah W.


Amityville, NY

$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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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Danielle D.


Seaford, NY

$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Danielle, I am studying nursing at Molloy College and am a NYS EMS and have experience with children, adults and elderly of all different ages. I attend the hospital setting one time a week for 12 hours working with patients with all different disorders/ diseases. I am also a NYS medic and travel across Long...
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Ashley N.


Melville, NY

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Group Leader Of Kids With Special Needs

Last summer I was a senior counselor for kids with special needs. I lead different activities, swam with them in the pool, helped with behavioral deficits, and made sure they had a fun day each and every day.
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Laura G.


Plainview, NY

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi I am a mom of 3 adults. I'm currently working in the Plainview school district as a special ed teacher aide/job coach/school store. I have 10+ years experience with all age groups. I am open to discuss the needs of you and your children. Please feel free to reach out and ask for references. Hope to hear from you.
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Sara L R.


West Babylon, NY

$24-28/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Sara and I have worked with children and adults with special needs and developmental disabilities. I am kind, patient and love to work one on one with individuals to help them build confidence, work on their daily living skills and achieve their goals. I look forward to working with you!
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Yesenia R.


Hempstead, NY

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am 41 years old female. I am caring and compassionate person. I am responsible and trustworthy I love caring for others like if it was family. I have experience with taken care of kids with special like autism physical disabilities. I have clean driving records And criminal records as well. I am non smoker I can provide...
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Fernande C.


Lindenhurst, NY

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nusing Assistant

My name is Fernande , I been doing this job since 2006 , I used to work for UCP with special needs people for over 5 years , than I became a CNA I'm working for Northwell health at Huntington hospital . I'm a loving caring person , I love what I do , I have a clean driving record , you can trust me with your love ones, I'm...
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Amy H.


Plainview, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

College Educated Special Needs Childcare Provider

Hi! My name is Amy. I have a BA from LIU in Early Childhood/Elementary Education. I taught nursery school for over 15 yrs, toddlers-Pre-K. Since 2007, I have been employed with the Hicksville SD, as a Certified Special Education Assistant weekday mornings since 2007-Present For the last 12 years, I have worked with children...
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Nuvha S.


New Hyde Park, NY

$25-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

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Hi I'm a graduate speech language pathology student. I'm available on Tuesdays 12-4 and Thursdays anytime before 5:30!
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Erin M.


Bellmore, NY

$18-23/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have worked as a TA for about 3 years and have experience doing ABA for about a year. I have my bachelors in psychology.
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Taraanne R.


Hicksville, NY

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Loving, Caring Special Needs Caregiver

Hello My name is Tara! I'm 35 years old. I have 10 years + of experience. I have experience with ages 6 weeks old-teenage years. I have experience with special needs as well. I currently work at Pre School as a Teaching Assistant. I'm looking to supplement my income. I can be flexible with days, and hours. I'm also a former...
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Faica C.


East Meadow, NY

$25-40/hr • 2 yrs exp

Assisted the family with the special care of their daughter who has disabilities Assist the daughter with special needs to perform daily tasks. Provided a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for the family during shift Use exemplary time management.

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Wantagh, NY

Sarah C.

5.0

Sarah was phenomenal with my daughter who has Autism. She was patient, kind and my daughter absolutely loved being with her! We consider ourselves so lucky and fortunate to have her work and care for my daughter

- Nancy S.

Alexandra O.

5.0

I have used Alexandra for childcare for my special needs son who is almost 4 years old. She is punctual, reliable, and great with kids. I highly recommend her and trust her with my nonverbal son, which I think there's a lot!

- Melissa G.

Patricia O.

5.0

Patti was a wonderful caretaker for our 4 year old son. She's reliable, punctual and has a very calm disposition that any child would respond quickly to. She really loves kids and kids love her. Patti built a wonderful relationship with my whole family. We will miss having her around. We strongly...

- Casey S.

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