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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Freeport, NY

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years

Special needs caregivers in Freeport, NY

I worked for AHRC as a direct support professional and worked with elderly people with special needs. I worked in a group home and did house work and personal care like bathing and dressing. I work well with older people as well;
Valentina can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning
Hi my name is Caitlin, I am 22 and have 3 younger brothers who I have helped my single mom raise over the course of many years. My youngest sibling has Autism as well, so if needed I am experienced with special needs children. I have also watched my friends pets (2 dogs) while their families are on vacation. Additionally, I have...
Caitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Karen S.


Valley Stream, NY

$40/hr

Caring And Dependable.

I am a caring a dependable caregiver. have many years of experience caring for children, and people with special needs of all ages. I am a Teacher's Assistant at a local school district.
Karen can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance

Brianna B.


Merrick, NY

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

I am currently a second year grad student working towards earning my masters degree in Social Work. I am currently looking for a part time nanny/babysitting job. I am very experienced and have spent most of my life working with children. I have worked as a babysitter/nanny for over 10 years and worked at a camp for several...

Lemar G.


Seaford, NY

$19-25/hr2 yrs exp

Senior Care

I am currently a Direct support professional for over 3 years and I also do caregiving . I assist special needs individuals with there daily needs. I enjoy helping people to cope with their daily activities. I work with most special needs patients, dementia care, hospice. I am patient , compassionate , dependable and trustworthy...
Lemar can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Julia B.


Farmingdale, NY

$14-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

From 2016 to 2018 I worked as a teacher's assistant in classrooms with pre-school aged children, both with special needs and without special needs. In that time period I was also a one-to-one aide for a 3-year-old with a physical disability. I am a patient and nurturing caregiver experienced in taking care of children with...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Maggie G.


Long Beach, NY

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm currently substitute teaching as I figure out my next step, and am from/currently live in Long Beach, NY. Currently in my 6th year of teaching. I have a Masters in Special Education from Queens College and a Bachelors from Boston College in Elementary Education. I've been babysitting since I was in 7th grade and have a...
Maggie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Corinne V.


Hicksville, NY

$24/hr5 yrs exp

Looking Forward To Sharing Time With Your Family

I'm a CMA (certified medical assistant), Have been working in a healthcare/psychiatric clinic for special needs for 5 years (for adults and some pediatric). My daytime job does not offer enough hours during the week so I would like to supplement it on the weekends. I don't mind light cooking and a little bit of cleaning up. I...
Corinne can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Maria V.


Massapequa, NY

$17/hr7 yrs exp

Loving, Experienced Babysitter

I am a retired teacher and early intervention specialist. I have over 20 years experience working with and taking care of children. I have 3 of my own children. I know what it's like to have to leave your children to go to work. I treat all children as if they were my own. All children want is love, affection and attention and I...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Danielle D.


Merrick, NY

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher Looking For Summer Position

Hello! I am a SEIT (Special Education Itinerant Teacher) looking for a babysitting position for the summer while school is out. I have over 10 years of work experience caring for children across different settings, from in-home nannying, to working in a daycare for several years, to working as an in-home Behavioral Therapist, to...
Danielle can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

Shalyce J.


Hempstead, NY

$28-40/hr8 yrs exp

Super Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

As a childcare provider with eight years of experience, my passion for nurturing young minds has led me to pursue various avenues of education in child development. My background includes some college coursework and certifications such as First Aid Training and CPR Training, as well as experience working with special needs...
Shalyce can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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"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...

Care member

Kelly L.


Rockville Centre, NY

$25-40/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hi! My name is Kelly. I have 9 years of experience teaching children with special needs. This experience gave a broader perspective on teaching functional life skills and behavioral strategies while in the community setting. These are skills that I can apply within my work. I love and enjoy helping and working with others to...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia

Jeanette S.


New Hyde Park, NY

$50/hr20 yrs exp

Here To Help

I am an elementary school teacher that has been working for 20 years with special needs children and bilingual. I love my students and I am dedicated to ensuring the safety of each and every one one of them. I have experience in tutoring in the kindergarten through six grade level. I speak, fluent Spanish and have tutored to...

Joseph G.


Old Bethpage, NY

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Patient, Compassionate, Understanding, & Engaging. Enjoys Wildlife, Sports/Fitness, & Music.

My name is Joseph from Long Island, New York. I recently graduated from Allegheny College in Meadville, Pennsylvania. My passion and interest during my time there and after graduating is social work and helping others. I have done a great deal of community & professional work, primarily with children, in various settings. for...
Joseph can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

I love spending time and learning with kids i've been doing it for quite a while and haven't found something better!

Joyce G.


Valley Stream, NY

$25/hr1 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Through the years I have experience as a Teachers Aide for special needs children. For the last couple of years I have worked as a HHA/companion for dementia cases. I also am certified for CPR. This year I have had the opportunity to babysit for children. I so enjoy this type of work. I enjoy going to work. It's so different...
Joyce can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Hello Parents! My name is Nyaira, and I'm a 24-year-old student studying communication media/film! I am looking for a job while I continues my studies at school. I have experience working with children from 3 months old to middle school age, including special needs children. I've worked with multiple families through care. com,...
Nyaira can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, which led me to become a childcare professional with a decade of experience. As a patient, creative, and friendly individual, I enjoy engaging with children and supporting families. I prioritize clear communication with parents, following their preferred methods...
Glenda can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

Jennifer S.


Long Beach, NY

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi, I'm Jenn! I have been in the education field for 6 years. I have a 6-year-old special needs daughter who is in first grade. I have my masters degree in childhood education/ special education. I love working with children and being a teacher was always my passion. I am taking time off from teaching to be with my daughter but...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I have 3+ years of experience with children. I have worked with children of all ages with my moms previous daycare. I have worked as a direct support professional for 4 years now with children/adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. I am currently an Occupational Therapy Student.

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