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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Franklin Square, NY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Franklin Square, NY

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Julieta C.


Franklin Square, NY

$23-25/hr20 yrs exp

5.0

(6)

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi!! I have been a childcare provider for many years, I love children dearly, I think they're the best!! I have worked with a special needs child, in a day care center, and in private homes with infants, toddlers, preescholers and elementary school children. I'm an honest, loving, responsable and energetic person. I'm also...
Julieta can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Julieta filled in for us for a week while our regular babysitter was out. She is fantastic! She was great with our kids, structured, and kept them busy and active. She is trustworthy, competent, and did a great job. I would highly recommend her for any babysitting...

Lindsay K.

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Sushiela B.


Franklin Square, NY

$33/hr10 yrs exp

4.2

(6)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I've always had a passion for caring for children, and with 20 years of experience as a childcare provider, I know I can create a safe and nurturing environment for your child. I have extensive experience with children of all ages, from newborns to preteens. My previous roles have allowed me to work with children with special...
Sushiela can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

4.0
"Susheila is a punctual and a responsible person. "

Ruchi K.

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Nicole D.


Franklin Square, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Being Able To Assist A Family In Need With Love And Kindness

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have a 21-year-old sister who is special needs also a mother who suffered a stroke at a young age and diabetic with my father passing away from a long fight with cancer I was the care taker for my family. I am currently working for mandorville manor which is a assisted living for special needs. I love using care. Com I've had...
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Laura A.


Franklin Square, NY

$26/hr3 yrs exp

Psychologist And Babysitter

Hello, my name is Laura, I'm 27 years old. I live with my family in Franklin Square ( I have a son) I studied psychology in Colombia and I work sometimes online doing therapy. I have knowledge about mental health and childcare. My availability for help it's only weekends! Let me know if you're interested Thank you!
I'm an experienced caregiver and health aide and am able to provide services, such as giving medicine, feeding, bathing, and dressing and exercising of disabled people. I worked for a person, who had a stroke and used mechanical lifts and did tube feeding. I am willing to work during night or day. I have a car and pretty good...
I am very experienced and have dealt with special needs kids and infants. I have many years of experience and I'm very patient considerate and compassionate.
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Alexandra D.


Franklin Square, NY

$17-30/hr5 yrs exp

Anytime Babysitter, Caregiver, English/Writing Tutor

Hi there! I'm an adjunct English professor looking for part time childcare work. In the summer I'm very available, most times, Monday-Friday and can do weekend nights as well. I have experience performing activities and watching children with special needs for weekly events at my church (St. Anne's, Garden City), as well as...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Natalia R.


Ozone Park, NY

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced And Goofy Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My care-giving experience is extensive, which has exposed me to a wide range of cultures and backgrounds. I have worked with families who had children with ASD, CP, ADHD, etc. so I understand the responsibilities that are expected of me as a special needs caregiver. One thing that I have learned from care-giving is that each...
Natalia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Natalia worked for us for 3 months, she is very kind and creative. She dealt with a hectic summer camp schedule, picking up both my kids and other kids and dropping them off at different locations. She made sure my kids had snacks and water, took them to the pool...

Meghan L.

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Danielle I.


Elmont, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/House Manager

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, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & 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.

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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:

CPR

First Aid

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Damaris R.


Hempstead, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mom of 2, with experience of over 20 years. I have worked with infants in Daycare and school- age children in a classroom and privately. I have worked with special needs children in a classroom setting in addition to residential. My attitude is a positive one, I am flexible and dependable. I love singing and dancing and...
Damaris can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to recommend Damaris for a nanny/caretaker position. Damaris worked with our family for two and a half years, providing exceptional care for our two children, a 5-month-old baby boy and a 3-year-old girl, at the start of her...

Jennifer H.

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Shalyce J.


Hempstead, NY

$28-40/hr8 yrs exp

Super Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

As a dedicated childcare provider with eight years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have been incredibly rewarding, and I'm excited to continue making a positive impact on young lives. I believe that patience and creativity are essential qualities for...
Shalyce can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Shalyce is absolutely amazing! I was so lucky to have ended up having her for our baby nurse. She is sweet, kind, patient, honest, and trustworthy. She was amazing with my baby. You truly can't ask for more. She was a lifesaver to me!! Thank you for a job well...

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Shabnam A.


Ozone Park, NY

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Experience with kids: 18YEARS experience with kids of variable ages. Prior experience with kids with special needs CPR CERTIFIED: YES FIRST AID CERTIFIED : YES DRIVER LICENSE : YES CAR: YES SCHOOL: SOME COLLEGE SMOKE OR DRINK: NO
Shabnam can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Shabnam was consistent, reliable and very nurturing and caring with our daughter. She was patient, respectful and a very kind."

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Alexandra O.


Rockville Centre, NY

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Summer Babysitter Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Alexandra and I am a Speech Language Pathologist in an educationally based setting. While growing up, I've had many jobs, which required caring for children. These jobs included being a counselor at both sleep away and day camp and babysitting for multiple families with children of all ages. Throughout my graduate...
5.0
"I have used Alexandra for childcare for my special needs son who is almost 4 years old. She is punctual, reliable, and great with kids. I highly recommend her and trust her with my nonverbal son, which I think there's a lot!"

Melissa G.

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Sarah C.


Wantagh, NY

$17-21/hr7 yrs exp

Sarah C.

I have had experience caring for someone with a disability since I can remember. My oldest sister has cerebral palsy and I have been one of her main caregivers for many years. I have experience working in a school for children with special needs. I worked at South Shore Educational collaborative as a paraprofessional for four...
5.0
"Sarah was phenomenal with my daughter who has Autism. She was patient, kind and my daughter absolutely loved being with her! We consider ourselves so lucky and fortunate to have her work and care for my daughter"

Nancy S.

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Patricia O.


Merrick, NY

$23-25/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 yrs. My hours in the school district are from eight till 12 noon. I am available after that time. I have many references if needed and thank...
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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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Maya N.


Queens Village, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love providing care to anyone. I'm a certified HHA with 10 years of experience. I have dealt with all types of people from children to adults including those with special needs. I've had many cases... Bed ridden Colostomy Catheter Alzheimer's Impediment etc. I can perform all aspects of activities of daily living and can work...
5.0
"Maya is a professional through and through. I trust her to take good care of my son."

Valerie B.

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Rukminie P.


Flushing, NY

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part- Time/fulltime

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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Nigeria W.


Uniondale, NY

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Over 20 years experience working with people Diagnosed with Intellectual Disabilities, CP, Seizure Disorder, and Autism.
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Caroline K.


Garden City, NY

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Sitter!

I have babysat and coached lacrosse for the past 6 years for children up to the ages of 11. I have also worked with special needs in the Best Buddies and Respite program at my church all throughout middle school and high school! I have a car and clean driving record! I don't just sit there but I engage and ensure the kids are...
Caroline can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Caroline is one of the most amazing babysitters I have ever worked with! She is so professional and my kids LOVED her! I would recommend Caroline to anyone!"

Amy W.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Franklin Square, NY

Julieta C.

5.0

Julieta was our nanny for over a year. My daughter absolutely loved her and had so much fun doing activities together. I would definitely recommend her. She was very responsible, caring, consistent and trustworthy.

- Su P.

Sushiela B.

5.0

Sushiela (Liz) has been with my family for 3 years and has been amazing with my daughter (6) and son (4). Since my work schedule is hectic, Sushiela has always been accommodating and flexible; she is also punctual for school drop offs and pick ups. She makes sure the kids’ homeworks are done...

- Care member

Natalia R.

5.0

Natalia worked for us for about a year and was truly a godsend. She is extremely patient, loving, caring, fun, energetic, and creative. She assisted with my sons therapy and he hit so many developmental milestones thanks to her hard work and consistent effort. She really became part of our family...

- Ashley R.

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.

Damaris R.

5.0

To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to recommend Damaris for a nanny/caretaker position. Damaris worked with our family for two and a half years, providing exceptional care for our two children, a 5-month-old baby boy and a 3-year-old girl, at the start of her employment. Damaris consistently...

- Jennifer H.

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