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Find special needs caregivers in Deer Park, NY that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Deer Park, NY

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Deer Park, NY

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Jalisa B.


Bay Shore, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/ Full Time Available

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Hello.. my name is Jalisa, I'm from Long Island NY. I'm 36 years old and I'm interested in finding a job assisting those with special needs. I also have a 15-year-old son of my own. I have 9 years of experience working with the community. I'm very passionate in what I do. I'm currently employed in an agency taking care of my...
Jalisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hi I love children playing going on walks reading and have fun I'm fun loving kids they love me just want to make a family happy and secure with me I will love there children like my own. I work as a teachers assistant for special needs children . And I'm available all summer. I'm very reliable I have my own car I'm 60 years old...
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Dana R.


West Islip, NY

$17/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Caregiver

I have experience as a caregiver for the elderly, and children with special needs. I love what I do. I feel I have the skills, enthusiasm, and drive to fit almost any situation. I enjoy making a difference and bringing smiles to the faces of the children/adults I work with. I am outgoing and funny but I take my position...

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Danielle. I've been working with children for quite a few years now and it is my passion. I've traveled to Africa to volunteer teaching children as well as worked with multiple organizations involving child care and working with children with special needs. I have worked with children ages 2 months - 11 years old so I...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jennifer K.


East Islip, NY

$17/hr

Part Time Caregiver

Our family is most important to us and sometimes we can t always be there for them and it's both stressful and heartbreaking. I completely understand. The last couple years I have been able to juggle my schedule to take care of loved ones who became ill or required surgery: with medication management, travel to and from Dr...
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Melanie P.


Bay Shore, NY

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Or Senior Companion

My name is Melanie and I am a mother of three girls and have 27 years experience as a YMCA Child Care Director, I believe I have an extensive background in the child care field. My background includes raising my three children (22, 21, 15)and have managed / supervised / planned summer camps and school age child programs. I am...
Melanie can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Ashley N.


Melville, NY

$10-15/hr1 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.
Hi, my names Kaitlyn! I am a dedicated and compassionate caretaker with a bachelors degree in psychology and a strong background in caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs. My experience provides day-to-day assistance both child and parent. I am committed to creating a safe, supportive, and nurturing...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision
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Deborah M.


West Islip, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I went to Wilson Tech for practical nursing in high school, became a practical nurse, helped special needs kids in schools for 15 years, then companion care for seniors, made meals, played cards, told stories, went shopping etc. I had about 10 different families. I love to help make a difference in someone's life. We end up...
Deborah can also help with: Meal prep, home modification, transportation, errands
I work full-time M-F, but I have been a camp counselor for 3-6-year-olds for 3 years and I have experience with special needs children. I have a graduate degree and I love children. Trying to start my life and need extra cash.
Kristine can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

I currently work with individuals who have disabilities of different sorts , some higher functioning than others but so far there hasn't been anything that I couldn't handle
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Crafts. I enjoy working with kids and special needs adult/kids, newborns right up to teenagers. I am very observant, caring and patient with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
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Valerie G.


Brentwood, NY

$17-30/hr1 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

I work as a certified Nursing assistant in a Dementia Unit. It's been a thought, caring and lovely journey. I been a certified nursing assistant over a year. I also worked as a certified nursing assistant with kids who had special needs.
Valerie can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

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Kristen C.


Islandia, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Fun And Professional

I have 10+ years of experience in child care and healthcare. I have been taking care of multiple children independently since I was 12 years old. I have a nephew who I have frequently cared for since birth. I am comfortable with children of all ages and very well experienced with all newborn/infant needs. I love to have fun with...
Kristen can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Jennifer G.


Lindenhurst, NY

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver

I am truly passionate about helping to better people's lives and providing a caring and compassionate helping hand.
As a caretaker with five years of experience, I'm passionate about enriching the lives of children. My journey into caregiving began with nannying for 3 years for a family with a child who has special needs, where I discovered my knack for nurturing and educating young minds. My patient, creative, and friendly personality shines...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
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Kaliyah J.


Huntington Station, NY

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Negotiable And Kind

I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I worked with kids with special needs on and off for 2 years.
Kaliyah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Lily M.


Smithtown, NY

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, & Reliable Babysitter With Over 10 Years Experience

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

For over the past 19 years, I have worked with children in daycare, as a nanny, and now a third grade special education teacher! :) In my experience, I have worked with children of all ages. I have my bachelors degree in Early Child Study and a masters in education. I am a fun, friendly, crafty, reliable and nurturing sitter...
Lily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Helen R.


West Babylon, NY

$18/hr20 yrs exp

Helen -

I'd describe my personality as animated silky playful I like working with kids because kids can change your world and see you as a protector and a safe place to be themselves I'm looking for a job that has flexibility where I can help a family live and choose a life they deserve with the care the child needs I started...
Helen can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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Ellen L.


Melville, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Loving Nanny/Child Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love working with children. They love and respect me as I love and respect them as well. They call me Miss Ellen and we usually do a lot of fun things during the day. I also read to them, teach them how to read and write and make it fun so that they enjoy learning. I am certified in first aid and CPR. I also have a new, safe...

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