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60 special needs caregivers are listed in East Setauket, NY

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in East Setauket, NY

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Felicia C.


Mount Sinai, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I am a retired teacher who has also worked as a volunteer for many years and also as a teacher. Helping those with special needs is a gift. We all have special things that make us unique. Helping a person with special needs reach their fullest potential is what I feel good about doing. I have extensive experience working with...
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Sharon M.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Future Spanish Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Sharon, I'm originally from Mexico, but I've been living in the USA for five years, I'm bilingual English-Spanish. I have over 11 years of experience with kids, including special needs, CPR, Epinephrine, and First Aide Certificated. Currently I'm a T. A in an Autistic school. SCIP trained. I babysat a variety of families in...
Sharon can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I absolutely loved having Sharon babysit my 2 year old and 4 year old, and will definitely be using her again. She is so great with them, even got them to go to bed which is not an easy task for anyone! My 4 year old asks for her to come back. I highly reccomend...

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Suzanne J.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Suzanne, I am 53 yrs old, I have worked in a Nursing home for 15 yrs and I also have worked for Special Needs Adults and Children.
5.0
"Suzie has been an excellent caretaker to my son and daughter and she has become a member of our family! She always goes above and beyond and will treat your child like they are one of her own! She is reliable, punctual, experienced as well as patient, loving and...

Gina T.

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Linda P.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Community Habilitation/Self Direction Person

I currently work full time in a school district and work evenings and weekends with special needs children. Taking them out into the community to learn how to be independent and also take them out for fun. Have my own experience with a step son of my own who had special needs as well. I also have years of experience with...
Linda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
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Stacey C.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$28-30/hr2 yrs exp

Helping Hands

Unexpectedly, I had to take care of an extended family member. With minimal experience, I learned to bring her back to Health I had to advocate for a woman with special needs. Know when to call an ambulance. Know when to call a Doctor Know when an attorney was needed for being declined for a rehab! Wrapping it with her coming...
Stacey can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
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Colleen B.


Nesconset, NY

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

I have experience working with adults with disabilities and special needs.. I worked as a CNA at Jefferson Ferry for 2 years. I currently work as a caregiver to an elderly women and weekends at a clothings store. I'm 37 years old with interest in reading, baking, walking, card games and any and all crafts such as crocheting,...
Colleen can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

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Jessica R.


Holbrook, NY

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter With 15 Years Of Experience. Certified Teacher With Experience Working With Special Needs Population.

I am a substitute teacher and neighborhood babysitter with 15 years of experience working with children of all ages including special needs. I love arts and crafts projects and reading books. I have references available upon request. I also love pets.
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I am a 31-year-old female, I have of experience watching children and I am great with kids!! I am an experienced child care worker, I started babysitting when I was 15 (hired through Sachem School District). I have many years of experience working with individuals with special needs, worked in education as a Staffing...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Deanna! I am currently a senior at St. Joesphs University. I am studying early childhood and childhood education. I am also perusing a masters degree in special education. I have 6 years of experience babysitting and nannying a variety of children ranging in ages 0-13. I was also a camp counselor for 3 years. I...
Deanna can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

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Marcia G.


Coram, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

I have 10 yrs taking care of children with special needs, am very understanding, patient,
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Christine E.


Middle Island, NY

$17-50/hr1 yrs exp

Special Education Para Educator

I am a substitute para educator for special education. I looking for full-time work.
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Nicole G.


Selden, NY

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Companionship And Quality Care

Hi! My name is Nicole. I have a degree in social work and I worked in the field for 11 years. Compassion, empathy and positivity is what I will bring to you and your loved ones every time I come to work. I feel it is most important to provide care that makes the individual feel empowered, heard and respected. If you feel I might...
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Jaclyn P.


Islandia, NY

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have worked with children throughout my life, particularly with special needs. I graduated with an Early Childhood Education at Suffolk County Community College. I have worked at a special needs preschool for 2 years. I am reliable, patient, and caring.
Jaclyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Susan S.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny For Children Of All Ages

I have 15 + years of experience with children of all ages (in schools and in home setting)..~ including high-functioning Autism, Aspergers) I am looking for work during the week anytime between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. I am available for PART time work I also have general office skills, can assist with light...
Hello I am Kate. I am in my junior year of college going to school for rehabilitation, looking forward to going to grad school for ABA and Special Ed.. At school I work for Down syndrome students and Autistic student who go to the college. At school I work 20 hours a week with these students. I am also in a club at school for...
Hello! I am an aspiring pediatric PA studying bioscience as a freshman at LIU Post. I have 8+ years of babysitting experience as well as a family member with ASD that I have experience with. I am confident and patient in my abilities to work with children with special needs as well as typical children of all ages. I am a...
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Lisa D.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Mature-Reliable-Loving Care

Hi my name is Lisa and I have been working within the local school district with children of special needs. I have had a completed background check in order to work within the school district. I was CPR trained many years ago when my own children were young. I have been taking care of children for 30 Years. I enjoy playing...
Lisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Alexis V.


Mount Sinai, NY

$17/hr7 yrs exp

I Love Helping People

I have many years caring for seniors, 7+ to be exact. I worked in the mental health/special needs field for the last 7 years with adults and elderly with developmental disabilities. I prepared meals, fed meals, dispensed medication, assisted with changes, toileting, dressing and showers/baths. I am familiar with certain...
Alexis can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, errands & more
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Crystal T.


Coram, NY

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Social Needs Caregiver

Hi, my name is Crystal. I have been working in the special needs field for over 10 years. Please message me if you would like to set up an interview. Thank you!
Hello my name is Gabby, I am a sophomore in college! I have been a caretaker for young children from the ages of 1-12. I also work at playgroups summer camp as a counselor for children ages 2-8. My brother also had special needs as a toddler so I also have lots of experience in this area. I am also in the honors program at USJ...
Gabriella can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"Gabby watched our son this past july/August and was really good with him. We were sorry to see her go back to school so soon. We'd highly recommend her to other families."

Geoff P.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in East Setauket, NY

Sharon M.

5.0

I absolutely loved having Sharon babysit my 2 year old and 4 year old, and will definitely be using her again. She is so great with them, even got them to go to bed which is not an easy task for anyone! My 4 year old asks for her to come back. I highly reccomend her!

- Care member

Suzanne J.

5.0

Suzie has been an excellent caretaker to my son and daughter and she has become a member of our family! She always goes above and beyond and will treat your child like they are one of her own! She is reliable, punctual, experienced as well as patient, loving and kind. If you hire Suzie your children...

- Gina T.

Gabriella B.

5.0

Gabby watched our son this past july/August and was really good with him. We were sorry to see her go back to school so soon. We'd highly recommend her to other families.

- Geoff P.

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