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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Astoria, NY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Astoria, NY

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Andre T.


Astoria, NY

$24-36/hr

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Andre I am been working with special-needs individual for over two years and I'm looking for more opportunity to go even further in this field
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Julian D.


Astoria, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Heavy Scientific And Clinical Background

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there, my name is Julian. I have a great deal of experience working with those with special needs. Currently I am in the process of getting my masters in neuroscience and education from Columbia University, however my work at the moment is remote for the time being so I am here in Syracuse. I have twin little brothers with...
5.0
"My family hired Julian to hang out with my 12-year-old daughter who is on the autism spectrum. From the moment he arrived and immediately made a connection with her I knew we made an excellent choice. As a parent who is naturally wary about who we hired, I would...

Elizabeth B.

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Melissa N.


Astoria, NY

$17-25/hr5 yrs exp

The Sibling Of A Severely Disabled Young Man

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a severely disabled brother who has cerebral palsy and epilepsy who is tube fed and uses assistive technology to communicate giving me familiarity with assistive technology, physical and medical needs. I volunteered for sibshops assisting in recreational therapy for the siblings of children with special needs I babysat...
5.0
"Melissa is always punctual and she's extremely hardworking. Absolutely reliable with any task. She is a passionate advocate for mental health. She is always eager to help, even after working hours, and her personality lights up the room."

Candela A.

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Jessica S.


Astoria, NY

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Montessori & REI Trained Nanny With Neverending Songs And Energy!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! I am Jessica, a heart-centered RIE and Montessori educcarer (educator and caregiver) with a passion for compassionate care-giving and child-led learning/play. A typical day with me includes endless songs, artistic exploration, and finding every opportunity for learning, connection and joy. I am All Ages First Aid...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jessica is a thoughtful, joyful and innovative caregiver. She cares for our medically complex daughter, that is 4 and two other children 8 and 2. She supports their social emotional development with a generosity of spirit through play. She has normalized our days...

Evanice P.

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Amanda T.


Astoria, NY

$22-33/hr10 yrs exp

child care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Amanda! **Currently looking for SUMMER 2024** A little about myself, I am a 3rd grade Special Ed teacher in Midtown. I have my Masters in Exceptional Student Education and have a certificate in Pre-K Disabilities. I have 13 years of nannying experience for children of all ages, but have the most experience with...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I have two little girls with special needs and I knew I couldn't choose just anyone. Amanda was our nanny for over a year . She has a very warm, bubbly and sweet personality . Which was exactly what my daughters needed. She was very loving and caring with both of...

Jess E.

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Siku H.


Astoria, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hello parents! My name is Siku and I am thrilled to introduce myself as a dedicated and experienced babysitter. With over 10 years of experience in childcare, I have gained valuable knowledge and skills that prioritize both safety and fun for your little ones. Ensuring the safety of your children is my utmost priority. I am...
Siku can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Siku was very patient with the kids. Very accommodating and an absolute joy to have as a helping hand! 10/10 experience and would love to have them look after the boys again!"

Tailah Z.

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Katherine M.


Astoria, NY

$30-40/hr8 yrs exp

Post Grad Looking For Work Outside Her 9-5

My name is Katie, I graduated with my bachelors in 2021, and currently work a 9-5. I used to be a live-in and live-out nanny and occasional babysitter throughout high school and college. A lot of people would describe me as caring, hard working, a problem solver and emotionally intelligent. Most importantly, I want to be a role...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Katherine M. took great care of our two children for nearly two years. She was always a good example of kindness and respect for others with her mild-mannered ways. Katherine helped with homework, meals/snacks, shuttled them to parks, aquarium, ice cream parlor...

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Perla E.


Astoria, NY

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Billingual, Musical And Fun Loving Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Perla. I'm a Computer Science college student with 8+ years of experience in child care and Math tutoring. I'm an English and Spanish native speaker. I'm very active. I love bike riding, playing soccer, playing guitar and ukulele. Also, I'm experienced with kids from ages 1 to 13 and kids with special needs.
Perla can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Perla is caring, responsible, clever and punctual. She is fabulous with my kids. She is patient, enthusiastic and deeply interested in their development. She has worked with us for over a year and we are super grateful!"

Tirza S.

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Sam T.


Astoria, NY

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Sam, a 27-year-old teacher with my masters in special education and teaching for the visually impaired. Before becoming a teacher, I was a full-time nanny, and I worked I families of up to three children between the ages of 11 months-12 years. I have 13 years of childcare experience working as an Arts & Crafts director...
Sam can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Sam has been a lifesaver. Like many new parents during the pandemic, we have been nervous about hiring a nanny. But Sam has been so easy to work with. She always arrive on time, if not slightly before her scheduled start time. She lets our son lead in play time....

Regina M.

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Lucy A.


Astoria, NY

$15-20/hr

Special Needs Caregiver

I have worked with both adults and children with varied special needs. I have worked for a Boston-based program called Step by Step, and taught dance classes for adults with Down Syndrome and children on the autism spectrum. In each class, I created choreography that both gave them technique practice, as well as gave them space...
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Reba L.


Astoria, NY

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

Hello! My name is Reba and I'm an experienced educator with more than 5 years of working with folks of all ages and all abilities under my belt. I have a master's in education and have been a classroom teacher for 3 years, and have taken a step back from teaching to take on more tutoring & caretaking jobs, as I really value...
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Amanda T.


Astoria, NY

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

Hi! I'm Amanda :) I am moving to the Hampton Bay, NY this June! I am originally from NY so I am beyond excited to come back home after living in FL for 19 years. I am currently a special needs preschool teacher in Orlando, FL. I have my Masters in Exceptional Student Education and have a certificate in Pre-K Disabilities. I have...
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Madison M.


Astoria, NY

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver Available

I am an experienced nanny in NYC who has worked with multiple children who have special needs. Specifically, I have worked with children who have sensory processing issues, speech impediments, a Twice Exceptional diagnosis, and children on the Autism spectrum. In addition to my childcare work, I have volunteered with special...
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Caroline R.


Astoria, NY

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Special Education

I worked in Brazil as special education teacher for 4 years, when I came to the United States I worked with an autistic child. I studied autism specialization in Brazil.
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Manu S.


Astoria, NY

$20-35/hr6 yrs exp

Cerebral Palsy

I have six months of experience as a nanny caring for a boy with cerebral palsy. During this time, I provided attentive and compassionate care, focusing on his physical, emotional, and developmental needs. I assisted with daily routines, including feeding, mobility support, and engaging in therapeutic activities to promote his...
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Richard G.


Astoria, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with students and adults with special needs, on and off, for the last 10 years. Previously, I was working as a part time caretaker for a young man with autism. I have taught music and drama to students at a local, recently closed, LLC for students with special needs, and when I taught public school theatre, I...
I address challenges and strengths of children diagnosed with serious emotional disturbance. This position entails forming a professional skill-building relationship with individuals enrolled in an intensive care coordination program.
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Joanna W.


Astoria, NY

$20-40/hr1 yrs exp

I am currently receiving my master program in special education and this year I am a teacher for special education students. I believe that a disability does not define a child nor does it reflect who the child is. I believe in each of my special education students, who were neglected for years. My students lack the confidence...
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Sam T.


Astoria, NY

$16-21/hr9 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Sam, a 23-year-old recent graduate of SUNY New Paltz. I have nine years of childcare experience working as an Arts & Crafts director at a summer program for blind visually impaired kids, ages 5-15. I've also completed an internship at a preschool where I worked with children, ages 2-5, with identified special needs, and...
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Norma U.


Astoria, NY

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Homecare Attendant

Home-care attendant with a lot of experience and good references. Experience with children and disabled. Full-time or part-time.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Astoria, NY

Julian D.

5.0

My family hired Julian to hang out with my 12-year-old daughter who is on the autism spectrum. From the moment he arrived and immediately made a connection with her I knew we made an excellent choice. As a parent who is naturally wary about who we hired, I would absolutely recommend Julian for your...

- Elizabeth B.

Melissa N.

5.0

Melissa was very thoughtful with care of our children. She met each one of their needs and remembered details about each ones’ special circumstances. She was diligent and creative with our children. She found ways to connect with each of them. Her ABA experience showed through and she was able to...

- Care member

Jessica S.

5.0

Jessica is a thoughtful, joyful and innovative caregiver. She cares for our medically complex daughter, that is 4 and two other children 8 and 2. She supports their social emotional development with a generosity of spirit through play. She has normalized our days after months in the hospital and...

- Evanice P.

Amanda T.

5.0

I have two little girls with special needs and I knew I couldn't choose just anyone. Amanda was our nanny for over a year . She has a very warm, bubbly and sweet personality . Which was exactly what my daughters needed. She was very loving and caring with both of them . She made sure all their needs...

- Jess E.

Siku H.

5.0

Siku was very patient with the kids. Very accommodating and an absolute joy to have as a helping hand! 10/10 experience and would love to have them look after the boys again!

- Tailah Z.

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Ratings for Astoria, NY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Astoria, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.