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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Farmingdale, NY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Farmingdale, NY

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Jaimee C.


Wantagh, NY

$22-40/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced, Outgoing And Responsible College Student

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a kindhearted&responsible young woman. I graduated UB with a degree in communication disorders &sciences. I currently work as an ABA Therapist (Behavioral Specialist) for children with special needs. ABA therapy occurs in the natural environment which helps us understand how behavior works, how behavior is affected by the...
Jaimee can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Laura E.


North Babylon, NY

$18-23/hr4 yrs exp

Special Education Aide

My experience includes employment as Special needs aide at Nassau Boces and Elementary school Aide in local public school district for 5 years. I currently am employed as Office Assistant at a local school district. My availability is part-time after school hours weekdays. Availability also Saturdays and Sundays.
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Kristal C.


Levittown, NY

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Caring Nanny

My name is Kristal and I absolutely love children. I have many years of experience babysitting and nannying. I have babysat since I was 15 years old. My first caregiver job was at a daycare with 2 care takers and 16 kids from new born to 12, including special needs. After this I was a private nanny for 2 twin boys from the age...
Kristal can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
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Silsa F.


Brentwood, NY

$20-40/hr6 yrs exp

I love caring for children and have had the privilege to do so for over a decade. I am working as a Teacher Assistant/ 1:1 Care Worker at Building Blocks Preschool. I have experience with caring for special needs children as well, specifically children with autism. I'm also currently working on becoming a Registered Behavior...
Silsa can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Danielle D.


Seaford, NY

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Danielle, I am studying nursing at Molloy College and am a NYS EMS and have experience with children, adults and elderly of all different ages. I attend the hospital setting one time a week for 12 hours working with patients with all different disorders/ diseases. I am also a NYS medic and travel across Long...
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Leota E.


Huntington Station, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver, Special Needs Provider, Babysitter, Nanny

I've been in the Childcare field for over 15 years. I currently work at a daycare facility, and have lots of experience working with children with special needs. Currently, one of my children in my class is autistic. Because it can be hard for him to do the normal things that we often take for granted, I work with him one on one...
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Regina P.


Bay Shore, NY

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Housekeeper

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have such a heart for those with special needs and am able to provide a nurturing environment. Having had both live-in housekeeping jobs and live-out care-giving positions, I am qualified for a number of different types of job settings.
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Patricia L.


Huntington Station, NY

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver With A Big Heart

I have worked in childcare for 20 plus years as a CDA as well as after school care; I started at 13,( remember those days??!!) babysitting for neighbors and reffing soccer for the younger kids as well as instructing teens I martial arts. I have multifaceted experience with children, and adore them. Everything from hugs to games...
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Katharine G.


Huntington Station, NY

$20/hr14 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Katie! I am 29 years old and I have almost 15 years of babysitting experience. I work Monday to Friday in healthcare until 4:30, so I am looking for evening and weekend babysitting gigs. I have nannied infants to preteens and I have experience working with special needs kids. I love being outside but I also love doing...
Katharine can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Gavin K.


Amityville, NY

$23-50/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Special Education Teacher

Hello! My name is Gavin. I am a masters-level certified special education teacher with over 10 years of experience. In the classroom I balance my students' school work with other goals regarding socialization, transition of settings, behavior, communication, establishing routines, etc. I am trained in deescalating aggressive...
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Patricia D.


Copiague, NY

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

My Experience Is Working In The Medical Field

I have been in the medical profession my whole career but I also have a son with Prader Willi Syndrome Autism and have been very involved in his life so I am truly understanding of families that are going through similar. I have a lot of references if needed
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Gelen C.


Cold Spring Harbor, NY

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Happy, Healthy And Fun!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 5 years of experience as a babysitter/nanny and previously worked as an Au Pair. I can help with cooking/meal preparation, grocery shopping and love playtime. As a bonus, I have experience with taking care of those with special needs and with newborns. Previously, I was an assistant nurse in Medellin, Colombia before...
Gelen can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Marie P.


Babylon, NY

$17-35/hr2 yrs exp

Happy To Help !

Hello, my name is Marie. I am cleared and have been a ComHab/ Paid neighbor for the last couple of years. I am a kind, caring professional who is seeking the opportunity to support and assist others to become independent in their daily living and reach their desired valued goals. My full time 'gig' is as a Program Financial...
Hi! :) I'm Dana and I am so excited to meet your kid(s)!!! I am 20 years old and have been babysitting since I was 18. I am very energetic, active, and responsible. I will be able to connect to your children no matter their personalities, whether they are extremely shy, extremely outgoing, or anything in between :) I have been...
Danalynn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
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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...
Hi I am a mom of 3 adults. I'm currently working in the Plainview school district as a special ed teacher aide/job coach/school store. I have 10+ years experience with all age groups. I am open to discuss the needs of you and your children. Please feel free to reach out and ask for references. Hope to hear from you.
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Stephanie D.


Levittown, NY

$17-20/hr1 yrs exp

Experience With Children With Autism

Helping children with autism to learn how to do daily activities such as bathing, feeding, dressing, and eating
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Shanisha M.


Hicksville, NY

$18-23/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I have had experience with Children with Autism and ADHD I also have experience with working with people with muscular dystrophy . I learned not only patience skill but time management skills . What I took from the experience is that every encounter you experience will always be different but how you interact with others should...
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Fernande C.


Lindenhurst, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Nusing Assistant

My name is Fernande , I been doing this job since 2006 , I used to work for UCP with special needs people for over 5 years , than I became a CNA I'm working for Northwell health at Huntington hospital . I'm a loving caring person , I love what I do , I have a clean driving record , you can trust me with your love ones, I'm...
I've cared for many kids, including 2 little brothers and 1 little sister of my own. I also have experience with special needs children. I believe every child deserves an attentive and understanding babysitter! It's important to create a fun and comfortable environment. I understand each child has different interests and it's...
Marisa can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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