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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Elmont, NY

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Elmont, NY

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Candida A.


Elmont, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Lovely Nanny Available

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello parents. My name is Candida. I am from a Spanish speaking country and I am US citizen and I speak English fluently. I am a loving, dedicated and experienced nanny with more than 15 years experience working with young children. My main goal is to provide a healthy, safety, learning environment in which your children feel...
Candida can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We highly recommend Candida, as she truly loves our children as her own and you can see how much she cares about their well-being. She listens to any directions given and has been great about helping to stay later than the time we've agreed upon to help us out. She...

Maria L.

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Marcelle H.


Elmont, NY

$25-48/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Honest And Diligent. Senior caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a skilled Nursing Assistant, with more than 25 years of experience. Over the years I performed different duties in the Healthcare Industry, including taking care of clients with Alzheimers / Dementia and special needs. I also have experience with administering and managing medications. I am an outstanding multitasker and...
Marcelle can also help with: Errands, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

5.0
"I have known Marcelle for over eight years, over the years Marcelle took care of my son who has Muscular Dystrophy and I found her to be very caring, honest and trustworthy. I highly recommend her for the position she is seeking."

Grace H.

Hello my name is Claudine and I'm a mother of five children and grandmother of one and one on the way. My children are all grown and in their own. My husband and I used to own car service in Lynbrook for 8 years and then sold. Before owning the car service I always did either childcare or eldercare. The last three years I've...
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Christella J.


Elmont, NY

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

Direct Care Professional

I have been taking care of people with mental disabilities for a year. I used to work in a group home where I had to deal with all type of mental disabilities people. I love what I do and I'm also pursuing a nursing degree where I will be involving to take care of them and to get into more details.
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Kianna M.


Elmont, NY

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Former Preschool teacher and ABA Instructor. I worked with individuals with Autism and Developmental Disabilities in settings such as school, day hab, respite(weekend and overnight trips), com hab and in home ABA instruction. Worked with ages 7-35
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Jenna G.


Elmont, NY

$18-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been responsible for the care of two children (7 1/2 and 5) for the last 7 years. One of which having special needs. Some of my responsibilities included baths/showers, folding& putting away laundry, feeding them, driving the children to extra curricular activities such as soccer or their classes at "my gym". Some of my...
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
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Malika J.


Elmont, NY

$35/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a loving and patient nanny/Doula with 3 years of experience. I have extensive background and training in dealing with children, Special need (Autism and behavioral issues). As perviously a Child Protective Specialist. Supported with a bachelors degree in counseling. I focused on child care and health, supported by a range...
Malika can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I am thrilled to share my experience with Malika, who has been an exceptional caregiver. From the very beginning, it was clear that she is someone who genuinely cares about the well-being of those she looks after. Malika consistently demonstrates a remarkable...

Nicole A.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a very compassionate, caring, reliable and trustworthy person. The uniqueness about myself is I have friends of ALL AGES and very easy to get along with!! I realized for myself after caring for individuals and families, it takes a certain kind of personality and patience to do this work. I first got into this field by...
Danielle can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"We have worked and are still working with Danielle going on 2+ years. She has become part of our family. She is able to handle shopping, errand running, appointments, and daily care for my parents, home and pets! She is skilled in assisted movements, and offers...

Kristen D.

Hi My name is Linz. I believe that I am a very caring and professional person, I have a love to serve elderly people, and have been doing so for many years. I have a lot of patience and I go above and beyond to make sure that people are comfortable. I am a certified CNA and I'm fully vaccinated for Covid 19, also update with all...

Peggyann R.


Elmont, NY

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

I have worked full time in the public school system working with special needs children. I have worked with these children for 9 years. I have also taken care of my mother, who had early onset Alzheimer's. I am fingerprinted in both New York State and the federal system. I am very caring and patient. I know to be very vigilant...
Peggyann can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Peggyann R.


Elmont, NY

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

I am very experienced with working with seniors dealing with dementia. My own mother had early onset Alzheimer's and I cared for her for many years. It is a very difficult disease and as a caregiver it is vital that you do everything to allow the client to have an active life. It is also extremely important to maintain their...
Peggyann can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, dementia, transportation & more
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Rosaria C.


Oceanside, NY

$25-28/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a fun loving energetic woman who has had many experiences with children as a mother and a teacher. I have worked with kids with special needs and with senior people affected by dementia. I am a woman with high moral values. I believe in honesty and integrity
5.0
"Rosaria is wonderful! She is so good with my kids, completely engages with them and they have so much fun with her. She is absolutely amazing at helping keep things tidy. We are very lucky to have found her."

Katelyn K.

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Jennifer F.


Middle Village, NY

$22/hr6 yrs exp

Caring Like Family

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a trained Nurses Assistant and a Home Health Aide. I have 6 years experience working with the elderly in a home settling . I have experience with clients with dementia, special needs , as well as hospice care. I can provide the following services: medication reminder, record vitals, assist with bathing , dressing ,...
Jennifer can also help with: Visiting physician, visiting nurse, dementia, personal care, hospice services
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"I hesitate to say too much because I don't want anyone to steal her from us. Mom just loves her, which is half the battle here. Mom mostly needs companionship. Jennifer is prompt, easy-going, genuinely interested and eager to participate during PT or whatever is...

Jodi D.

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Patricia O.


Merrick, NY

$21-25/hr10 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 (general Ed.) my present job will be ending august 30th. So I am available starting September 3rd in the afternoons. I have references if...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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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Shareeda R.


South Ozone Park, NY

$10-35/hr10 yrs exp

Cna/Companion Care Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I enjoy working and helping the elderly. I worked with all different kinds of patients with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Mentally Disable, M. S, Diabetes, Cancer, Stroke, and special needs. I did medication reminders, preparing meals, bathing, dressing, feeding, cooking, laundry, doctors appointments, outdoor activities, and...
Shareeda can also help with: Dementia
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Shreeda is caring,hardworking and great at any thing she does,I have known her a very long time ! She is very dependable and trustworthy! Whatever position she is hired for she will do her very best,"

Gloria R.

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Marjorie H.


East Meadow, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitting

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 grown children and one grandchild so I am quite experienced with the care and safety of children and babies Also having been a licensed nurse for many years is a help when there are special needs involved I am very safety conscious and love to care for children and have the patience and a calm temperament as well
Marjorie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Erline D.


Hewlett, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

- I'm a patient's care Technician with a certification in dialysis,. - I also work as a Direct care counselor technician. I am experienced in working with children with special needs. - Presently, I worked and cared for children diagnosed with cerebral palsy for 18 years. - I also care for psych patients, and I have a B L S and...
Erline can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Erline is always on time. Erline provides the best care, and she goes above and beyond her assigned duties. "

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Maria I.


Ozone Park, NY

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

LOOKING FOR A PART TIME JOB. I'm 31 years old and I'm doctor in the process to validate my title here in US. I was au pair in 2018 and I have experience caring kids of all age but my strength is with newborns - 2 years old due my past experience with the families. Due my studies as doctor and the works I have done in some...
Maria can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I love the job Camila has done! She is really responsible, commitment, I can notice she has good experience babysitting and she is really lovely with my kid. I recommend her and for sure I will re hire her for a next time. "

Andrea I.

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Kayla M.


South Richmond Hill, NY

$20-35/hr6 yrs exp

Long-Term Nanny & Date-Night Sitter!!!

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello:) My name is Kayla and I recently moved to NYC from Florida for some modeling opportunities. I have 6 years of experience with both Babysitting & PetSitting. I am currently looking for a long term nannying position for a family with 1-5 children. I am currently available one day a week(Wednesday), between 7am-8 p.m. I am...
Kayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kayla has been nannying for my 1 year old son. He loves her and she is so great with him. She plays with him, feeds him, and if very active with him. She's always on time and has been available last minute whenever we needed her. She does excellent light...

Stephanie S.

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Deserie T.


Brooklyn, NY

$40-55/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider And All-around Baby Whisperer.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 30+ years of experience caring for and educating children from birth to young adults with & without special needs. I have been fingerprinted and background checked on file. I am currently trained & certified in Infant/Child & Adult First Aid, AED & CPR. I also have prior Mental Health First Aid Certification, along with...
Deserie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Deserie has been the most wonderful nanny we could have ever asked for. When she first met our baby at 3 months old, the way she held her and cared for her and knew how to calm her really gave me a sense of trust in her as a caregiver for my baby. The “baby...

Matthew P.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elmont, NY

Candida A.

5.0

We highly recommend Candida, as she truly loves our children as her own and you can see how much she cares about their well-being. She listens to any directions given and has been great about helping to stay later than the time we've agreed upon to help us out. She is knowledgeable with all ages,...

- Maria L.

Marcelle H.

5.0

Very professional. Skilled. She had a warm demeanor that puts my elder at ease.

- Ed F.

Malika J.

5.0

I am thrilled to share my experience with Malika, who has been an exceptional caregiver. From the very beginning, it was clear that she is someone who genuinely cares about the well-being of those she looks after. Malika consistently demonstrates a remarkable level of kindness and empathy, making...

- Nicole A.

Danielle I.

5.0

We have worked and are still working with Danielle going on 2+ years. She has become part of our family. She is able to handle shopping, errand running, appointments, and daily care for my parents, home and pets! She is skilled in assisted movements, and offers emotional support. She is calm and...

- Kristen D.

Rosaria C.

5.0

Rosaria is wonderful! She is so good with my kids, completely engages with them and they have so much fun with her. She is absolutely amazing at helping keep things tidy. We are very lucky to have found her.

- Katelyn K.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Elmont, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.