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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Flushing, NY

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Flushing, NY

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Rukminie P.


Flushing, NY

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part- Time/fulltime

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

why am I passionate about caring for your joy in life, because it brings me joy to see their little eye lite up. I understand that kids just need attention, and I am very good at paying attention to them at all time.
5.0
"Anyone would be very lucky to have Rukminie look after their child or children. I'm a special education teacher, and mom of 3 young girls. I've been providing early intervention services for one of the children Rukminie has been caring for, for about 7 months....

Laura R.

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Marianne T.


Flushing, NY

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver, Special Needs, Senior, Children

I have worked in the special needs field for 40 years. I recently worked as a recruiter supporting special needs programs . After an experience during the pandemic where I volunteered to assist in a covid positive group home I decided I truly miss be in a hands on capacity. I have provided an array of services over the years...
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Maddy D.


Flushing, NY

$30-35/hr3 yrs exp

I am a highly motivated and caring student looking to help others. I am studying at Lehman college with the goal of becoming a special education teacher. I believe that all children, regardless of ability level, should be provided with stable and caring relationships with those around them. Through providing my services as a...
Hello, my name is Beth and I am currently looking for a caregiving position for children or adult with special needs such as but not limited to ADHD, autism, downs syndrome. I have most recently worked with a young lady with autism since she was 13. She's a lot more independent but I still help her on some weekends. I currently...
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Kesha T.


Flushing, NY

$21-30/hr10 yrs exp

My passion is working with children of all ages. Helping babies and children accomplish their goals are one of my biggest goals. I am currently working as a teacher assistant. I am certified with the New York State Department of Education. I work with children with disabilities. I work on every day living skills to help children...
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Pia H.


Flushing, NY

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

ADHD, autistic children are the kids who I have worked for. I basically take care of their food preparation, activities, enhancement of skills and behavior, and generally everything that they need. I am a nursing graduate, with a Bachelor's degree and specializes in child care and has extensive background of different kinds of...
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Rhoda D.


Flushing, NY

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I have experience with an autistic child, who is my nephew. I practically raised him. He is in college now and lacks some skills but is getting by. The little girl I cared for had extreme emotional problems, but she loved me and we walked hand in hand when I picked her up from school. Your child or relative will be...
I'm a certified nurse assistant. My expertise and experience is over 20 years of working well with individuals of special considerations and special needs. I'm compassionate and patient. Very understanding and empathetic. I'm ready to make their experiences living and memorable.
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Kaitlyn F.


Flushing, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! I'm Katie, a creative & caring 28-year-old with a bachelor's degree in childhood education (birth - 6th grade, Gen Ed & Special Needs) & I have 10+ years of experience working with children of all ages :)
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

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Diana A.


Flushing, NY

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare

Hello. My name is Diana. I have experience working with Kids for around 18 years. Currently, I am an Assistant Teacher. I have experience with special needs children. CPR Certified. I speak English and Spanish.
Diana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Khadijah A.


Flushing, NY

$30/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitting

Experience with special need children as well as adults Experience with community inclusion Experience with helping gain more independence(basic everyday skills)
Khadijah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Paula S.


Flushing, NY

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Caring Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have more than 7 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation and other needs. I am a retired Registered Nurse. Besides having my own child, I worked with the pediatric population (ages newborn up to 19 years of age)for more than 10 years on an ambulatory setting at Metroplitan Hospital Center, NY....
Paula can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Hannah P.


Flushing, NY

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Giver

I absolutely love children and am truly grateful for my role to support them. Pursuing graduate degree mental health counseling. My hobbies include, exercise, meditation, pilates, nature walks, reading, horticulture, video games, music production, painting. I love dogs (my family has 3) . -Worked as a nanny - 1 year -Worked as...
Skills:

CPR

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Marianne T.


Flushing, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Availability

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am been in the special needs field for over 40 years. While many of my years have been spent providing services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, I also have experience with children as I began my career in special needs working in a children's recreation program and volunteering in a special needs...
Marianne can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Crystal H.


Flushing, NY

$40/hr5 yrs exp

Educated And Fun Sitter

As a Certified Teacher and childcare provider with five years of experience, I am passionate about fostering a safe and nurturing environment for children to grow and learn. My background in Early Childhood Education and coursework in Early Child Development has equipped me with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide...
Crystal can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Marianne T.


Flushing, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

In my career with special needs I have worked with all ages including the senior population. Working with my community habilitation clients I excelled at teaching and maintaining independent living skills, assisting with maintaining and organizing their households, medicines and medical appointments and exercise and mobility...
Marianne can also help with: Personal care
For approximately five years, I provided care for children in environments ranging from daycare to public schools through the Board of Education and YMCA. During my experience as a paraprofessional, I worked primarily with special needs children ranging from ages 7-12. I provided one to one tutoring services in reading and math,...
Helen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Hannah F.


Brooklyn, NY

$16-25/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter/Tutor With Special Needs Experi

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Adept at communicating with children especially in cases where there are challenges (I have worked with non verbal children as well). I am very patient yet know the value and importance of boundaries with children. Above all I value the safety and nurturing of kids, but love to have fun and learn together.
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Hannah cared for my son who has epilepsy and ASD. She was great with him! Highly recommend Hannah."

Susan N.

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Nicole T.


New York, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Available For Date Night Sitting Only

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

**Available for one-time/occasional sitting jobs only** My experience includes three years as a full-time live-in nanny for fantastic preemie twins, who are now attending school full-time. I still care for the twins occasionally when their parents have to be away at the same time. Previously, I worked as a state-certified...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Nicole, or NiNi as our twins called her, was outstanding. She worked and lived in our home for 3 years - until the twins started preschool. She was extraordinarily adept with early childhood development and was resourceful to ensure that our kids were extremely...

Frederick A.

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Samantha L.


New York, NY

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started babysitting in high school for children of all ages including one with special needs. I will be more than happy to help watch and entertain your children in a safe environment! I am pursuing a masters in social work and hope to work will children professionally in social work setting in the future.
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sammy has worked with our family for a some years now. The kids absolutely adore her and we do too. She has tutored, driven to after school activities, tutored our two kids. Sammy is very responsible and reliable. "

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Flushing, NY

Rukminie P.

5.0

Anyone would be very lucky to have Rukminie look after their child or children. I'm a special education teacher, and mom of 3 young girls. I've been providing early intervention services for one of the children Rukminie has been caring for, for about 7 months. She's also been caring for the boy's...

- Laura R.

Hannah F.

5.0

Hannah cared for my son who has epilepsy and ASD. She was great with him! Highly recommend Hannah.

- Susan N.

Nicole T.

5.0

She was an outstanding for our newborn twins and stayed with us for three years until they started pre-school. She is professional, reliable, flexible and her focus on the well-being of the children. She interacts with them in a positively reinforcing manner and teaches them through play. Given...

- Marwan H.

Samantha L.

5.0

Sammy is fantastic! She shows up early, is quick with text communication and my daughters absolutely love her! She follows thru with our routine and goes the extra mile at craft time. 10/10!

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