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Find special needs caregivers in Cross River, NY that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Cross River, NY

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Cross River, NY

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Lori M.


Cross River, NY

$29-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver - Empty Nester Who Adores Children. Prefer Part Time/long Term

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently work for a family with a 3-year-old boy and a 5-year-old girl. When I began the baby boy was1month old, the girl was 2 years old. I joyfully care for their daily needs and nurture and teach them. We read stories, go on nature walks, create art, play, learn and do local field trips. They will both be in school full...
Lori can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lori has been a wonderful care provider with our children and we couldn't be happier having her in our lives. She is professional, positive, trustworthy, and genuinely loving with our kids. She takes great care in helping them with schoolwork and does an excellent...

Chris M.

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Allison L.


Cross River, NY

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

Summer Babysitter

Hi! My name is Allie and I am 19 years old. I have 4 years of experience with babysitting and have been with Care. com for 2 years. I'm available until August 15th and would love to help out with your family this summer. I haven't committed to any other jobs yet so I am very available. I have the most experience with 2yo-10yo...
Allison can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My kids loved her, she was very nice to them!"

Abaz N.

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Gina M.


Pound Ridge, NY

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Mom Of 2

I'm a 43-year-old stay at home mom, and have two beautiful boys, one son is 16 and my younger is 12 and autistic. I've been raising children for 20 years and I love them all as if they were my own. Raising my son with special needs has been very enlightening and I take pride in his success. I feel comfortable caring for children...
Gina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"I’m a single mom and was looking for a reliable and experienced caregiver to take care of my 5mo. daughter five days a week. Gina fed her, rocked her to sleep, read stories and took her for strolls at a nearby park. She kept my baby so happy. Beyond that, she...

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Carol B.


New Canaan, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Counselor, Teacher And Child & Animal Lover

I have been a counselor with special needs children and their families for 20 years. It takes a special person to work with special children and I am that person :)
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Nan V.


Ridgefield, CT

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated Behavior Therapist With 30 Years Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced and compassionate behavior therapist with over 30 years of experience helping children with special needs. My expertise includes Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), verbal behavior, and Relationship Development Intervention (RDI). I have worked extensively with autistic children and those with other...
5.0
"Nan has been the best teacher our son A. has ever had. He's got moderate autism and she strikes just the right balance between great curriculum and a firm hand to keep him focused. She has great educational insights and tailored a lesson plan to fit his needs and...

Chris W.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a brother with autism and bipolar disorder. I'm his care taker. I have also worked with kids with special needs focusing on independent living, personal hygiene, motor skills, speaking and more!
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Carla M.


North Salem, NY

$17-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello Everyone!! My name is Carla and I am 29 years old looking for a full/part time nanny job! I have been a camp counsler and baby sitter for about 12 years now! I love working with kids! My goal is to make everything fun and magical for kids. Arts is definitely my speciality when creating activities, exploring outside,...
Carla can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Carol B.


New Canaan, CT

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Counselor, Teacher, Child & Animal Lover :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a professional, mature, fun mom of 3 Kids. I have a Masters degree in counseling & have been a therapist for special needs & regular ed kids, I currently am a part time house manager as well as help with a special needs 5-year-old. I have been a substitute teacher, worked as a case manager with medical patients volunteered...
Carol can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Awesome, fun, and loving individual "

Greer K.

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Meghan M.


Katonah, NY

$23-28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Who Fully Engaged. Efficient At Following Routines.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of caregiver experience with child with and without special needs. As well as adults with special needs. I have a vehicle with a clean driving record. I have a 2-year-old who is my world. She has an amazing routine. I am able to prepare healthy meals. I can also do laundry and keep a tidy house. I have...
Meghan can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hi My name is Isra, I am a 27-year-old CPR certified nursing student. I've been working with kids for 8 years ranging from infants to 16-year-olds. I have my own transportation. I can also help with laundry, light housework and cooking. I am reliable, energetic and efficient. I would love the opportunity to work with you and...
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Emma D.


Ridgefield, CT

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Emma , I am 25 years old and finishing up my Masters degree at Fordham University in Social Work. My classes are held on the weekends so I am looking for a full time position (open to part time) and long term. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages especially with special needs. I am very...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Rejoice B.


New Canaan, CT

$30-45/hr3 yrs exp

Rejoice

My name is Rejoice Monaghan. I am a very patient and passionate caregiver, I care for the elderly and special needs individuals. It is my calling and passion to become a caregiver. I'm also a student at NCC, studying to become an RN. I will take good care of your loved one as my own loved one. I am looking forward to hearing...
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Monique M.


Wilton, CT

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a fun caring person. I was a nanny when I was younger for numerous families in New Canaan and Ridgefield CT. I also took care of two special needs children. One in Weston CT. and one in Ridgefield CT. I love kids and pets. I am loyal, honest and respectful. Please consider me. Thank you Monique
Monique can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Lauren C.


Somers, NY

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant

If you are looking for an experienced compassionate, reliable and patient individual to care for your needs I am available to help! I have years of experience working with the elderly as well as clients with special needs. My goal is to help support your physical, emotional and social needs by assisting with daily activities...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning
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Julie K.


Wilton, CT

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Certified Prek-12. Coach. Literacy Specialist

Certified Special Ed teacher Pre-12. Reading and literacy specialist Certified coach. Swim gymnastics dancing and more. Pre vocational training hiking biking community integration dancing social skills .
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Robin G.


Ridgefield, CT

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

My human service involvements have spanned from first thoughts of how to be in my life, beginning with work inside an agency which provided counseling, information, and referral services. I have continued directly serving clients who require aide, personal care assistance, and counsel for adjustment, disability, medical/wellness...
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Carol B.


New Canaan, CT

$30-33/hr10 yrs exp

Counselor, Teacher, Special Needs Care

I have been a counselor for over 25 years with the special-needs population and their families. I also do substitute teaching within my home district of New Canaan, Connecticut. I am comfortable and experienced with from newborn to 21+ I am currently a house manager on a part time basis where I do everything household related...
Carol can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Liana F.


Katonah, NY

$25/hr4 yrs exp

School Counselor Seeking Part-time Position

Hello! My name is Liana. I am a school counselor, working at the middle school and high school level. I work with grades 6th-9th and focus on academic, social and emotional goals. I also have a background as a teacher's assistant for children with special needs. I am seeking a position for the summer only. I have a very...
Liana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Paola S.


New Canaan, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Very lovely and careful with the child's. Responsible and patient. Family oriented. I've been working in the Canaan for the past 10 years
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Shannon F.


Brewster, NY

$17-25/hr6 yrs exp

Patient Positive Sitter

I am a positive hard working 22-year-old. Although I am young I am very mature and independent. With no social media I choose to live my life for me, privately and happily with my friends and family. I have experience in a child care setting as well as nannying and babysitting. Ages I have worked with vary from 2 months to 16...
Shannon can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cross River, NY

Lori M.

5.0

Lori has been a wonderful care provider with our children and we couldn't be happier having her in our lives. She is professional, positive, trustworthy, and genuinely loving with our kids. She takes great care in helping them with schoolwork and does an excellent job at keeping them focused and on...

- Chris M.

Allison L.

5.0

My kids loved her, she was very nice to them!

- Abaz N.

Gina M.

5.0

I’m a single mom and was looking for a reliable and experienced caregiver to take care of my 5mo. daughter five days a week. Gina fed her, rocked her to sleep, read stories and took her for strolls at a nearby park. She kept my baby so happy. Beyond that, she helped me further by running errands...

- Care member

Nan V.

5.0

Nan has been the best teacher our son A. has ever had. He's got moderate autism and she strikes just the right balance between great curriculum and a firm hand to keep him focused. She has great educational insights and tailored a lesson plan to fit his needs and abilities. We're really happy we...

- Chris W.

Carol B.

5.0

Carol has been such a huge help with our daughter. She has patience beyond belief, is sweet and very reliable. I never had to worry if Carol would show up as scheduled. My daughter thinks she is great, and that's what is so important. I would highly recommend Carol for Childcare, especially with...

- Marylou R.

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