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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Fresh Meadows, NY
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Fresh Meadows, NY
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a severely disabled brother who has cerebral palsy and epilepsy who is tube fed and uses assistive technology to communicate giving me familiarity with assistive technology, physical and medical needs.
I volunteered for sibshops assisting in recreational therapy for the siblings of children with special needs
I babysat...
5.0
"Melissa was very thoughtful with care of our children. She met each one of their needs and remembered details about each ones’ special circumstances. She was diligent and creative with our children. She found ways to connect with each of them. Her ABA experience...
Care member
Shanna B.
Bronx, NY
$27-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Assistant Teacher certification
Special needs certification
Autism awareness certification
CPR/ first aid certification
Newborn Care Specialist Certification
Sleep Training
Vaccinated
Shanna can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Shanna is very attentive to my sons medical disability and also learning how to care for him. She is amorous in her work and gives advice on ameliorating areas that can be rectified. She is a pleasure to have"
Kelsey C.
Cassie D.
Woodside, NY
$17-22/hr • 13 yrs exp
Part Or Full Time Sitter/Nanny With Special Needs Experience!!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
In my years of care giving, I have watched children ranging in newborns to tweens. I have 9 yrs of personal experience and 7 of care giver experience with children with special needs. I am ready and available to pick up/drop off your little ones to and from all activities. I am a firm believer that the arts help stimulate very...
Cassie can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We have a 2.5 year old and a 12 month old. From day one the toddler has always been excited when I say that Cassie is coming to care for them. Cassie has been helping us for a couple of months now and we couldn't be happier. "
Courtney S.
Virginia V.
Far Rockaway, NY
$17-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I love children have been taking care of children since 2004 ever since it's been a blessing taking care of children I also love pets and take care of pets along with disabled children and special need children adult also work with twins and triplets I love to read with the children play watch movies and interact I like taking...
Virginia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I only needed Virginia's help for a short period of time. She wanted to be helpful right away--quickly learning what needed to get done and when. She helped around the house as well. Always early! My favorite part is how she played with my 7 month old--getting down...
Aleksandra Z.
Ishawrah J.
Cambria Heights, NY
$17-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello there! Am a loving and energetic baby sitter. Am honest, jovial and punctual. I started babysitting 9 years ago. Worked with newborns, infants, toddlers and teenagers. The last family I worked for I did 5 years with them however they moved back to their home land. I have an 8yrs old daughter and I live in Queens. I have...
Ishawrah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Ishawrah has a very good rapport with my daughter and my daughter loved her and still misses her!"
Adel G.
5.0
(3)
My name is Tatyana, and I'd like to introduce myself. I'm 25 years old and live in the Bronx ny, I began my career as a nanny/babysitter at the age of 14, caring for local families and when I got of age I began to work for other families working with children something I've always dreamt of doing; I adore children and seeing and...
Tatyana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hired her for temporary employment to care for my child & cater to her. She was very punctual , organized & had very good communication skills."
Dailenyyy S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for as long as I can remember. Throughout high school, I nannied throughout the summers. I have nannied for a family with a child with special needs; I have nannied for an infant; I have nannied for a family of 5. Last summer after I completed my freshman year at UMD, I worked in a preschool as...
Abby can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Abby is amazing. She's a responsible, loving, playful and very engaging as a nanny and babysitter. She's very creative and finds fun age appropriate activities for our toddler. We love Abby and highly recommend her!"
Brian W.
5.0
(3)
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: Hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"The level of care that Marcelle provided to our father is unmatched. She managed to bring a smile to his face every day despite his illness. That was no easy feat. Personal cleanliness was of the utmost importance to him and Marcelle executed it with the utmost...
Nadia A.
5.0
(2)
My name is Katie, I graduated with my bachelors in 2021, and currently work a 9-5. I used to be a live-in and live-out nanny and occasional babysitter throughout high school and college. A lot of people would describe me as caring, hard working, a problem solver and emotionally intelligent. Most importantly, I want to be a role...
Katherine can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie is my son's girlfriend and we know her very well. We adore her. She is responsible, trustworthy, honest, and lots of fun! I can't say enough good things about her. "
Debbie S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Aside from my bachelors degree in nursing, I am a compassionate, loving & a caring person. I rejoice in every opportunity available to provide care for patients needing assistance. My sturdy built is likewise a plus for special needs in transporting immobile patients. Can easily perform duties like wheelchair mobilization &...
5.0
"Billie has been terrific taking care of my husband who has had a head injury. He is very thorough and respectful. He is also excellent with our entire family."
Sara S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi please call me Bel! I have child care experiences from taking care of cousins, nephews/nieces, friends children. Also by working in family home and school settings with infants, early childhood daycare, elementary, junior high schools and high school as a full time paraprofessional for the NYCDOE and support at the Caedmon...
Beltha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"We hired Beltha(we call her Ms. Bel) a year ago.
We enthusiastically recommend her, as a babysitter. She started with us in the middle of the pandemic. She became our greatest asset in helping with our daughters hybrid learning, Monday thru Friday. Once our...
Enjulee I.
Helena H.
Queens Village, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
An Optimistic Outlook. I Consider Your Longevity To Be A Blessing.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Helena here, and it is a pleasure to meet you. In addition to being kind, compassionate, and caring, I was raised in the U. S. Virgin Islands. As the oldest of my siblings, I have always been responsible for caring for people. Consequently, when I was 16, I became a caregiver and never looked back. After growing up with my...
Helena can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"You took beautiful care of my wife during our short time together. I appreciate you, Helena; I will recommend you to my family and friends. Keep pushing; I hope to see you soon, but not too soon. Bless"
Kejahni F.
Alexis G.
New York, NY
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am 27 years old, originally from California. I have been a nanny for 8 years. I have experience with children with special needs. I am bilingual and looking for a new family to care for!
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alexis worked for us for 3 years and sadly moved to NY. She is amazing with my girls and very responsible, I would definitely recommend her to anyone. She has become part of our family and was a tremendous help at all time. We miss her terribly."
Seda H.
Maya N.
Queens Village, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
Kyara R.
New York, NY
$17-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
- Flexible Hours - Over 5 Year Experience - Assistance With Homework And Creation Of Activities
4.5
(2)
I have 5+ year experience working with children ages 0-7 years. I also have experience working with children of special needs. I have been an after school group leader for 6 years with a kindergarten class. I am a mother of a newborn baby. I have assisted children with homework and provided academically enriching activities. I...
5.0
"Kyara interacts great with children! She also ensures the safety of any child in her care. She has a warm and happy personality that children love to be around. "
Amanda R.
Juana P.
Port Washington, NY
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as flexible, and understanding. I like working with kids because they're fun, easy going and super cute, I started working with children when I was 21 years old with my own family and friends. I had my son at the age of 23, Now I'm 33 years old and my son is 10 ( best years of my life ). With the time...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Juana has been working with us for several months. She is extremely responsible in caring for both our 1 1/2 year old and 5 year. She is active, attentive, caring and patient. We cannot recommend her highly enough! "
Amanda Z.
5.0
(1)
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: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & 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.
Lisa L.
New York, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Interactive, Athletic, Articulate, Fun, Patient, Highly-Responsible & Nurturing Nanny W/ Over 10 Yrs Exp {6 Wks-11 Yrs}
5.0
(11)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
I am an upbeat, interactive, articulate, attentive, fun, and very nurturing woman who has over 10 years experience working as a nanny. I have also been employed as a Hatha Yoga instructor to 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th graders as part of an experimental remedial reading/writing art program. I genuinely enjoy engaging a child in safe,...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lisa is a very dependable and punctual sitter who has a great friendly personality. Our son really likes playing with her."
Christina S.
4.7
(8)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I graduated from Saint John's University in May 2016 with a bachelor's in Administrative Studies and a minor in Italian. I worked in a daycare for summers 2012-2015, with children ranging from ages 2 to 12. As a teacher assistant, I helped with feeding, potty training, diaper changing, and homework. I volunteered in a school for...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
4.0
"Elisa was great with my 2 yo and 4 yo. Very trustworthy and communicative. Will hire again."
Khalifa S.
5.0
(2)
Hey, my name is Hawa and I am currently in my last year of college majoring in Social work. I love the arts of children. I have about 3 years of experience with all ages. I've worked for summer youth with kids ages 3-11, helping them with basic learning, learning to read write and math. I am a part time behavioral therapist for...
Hawa can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Anytime im busy, i call her, i don't call anyone but her, shes awesome, caring and goes above and beyond when given a task or asked for help, "
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fresh Meadows, NY
Melissa N.
5.0
Melissa was very thoughtful with care of our children. She met each one of their needs and remembered details about each ones’ special circumstances. She was diligent and creative with our children. She found ways to connect with each of them. Her ABA experience showed through and she was able to...
- Care member
Shanna B.
5.0
Shanna is a professional - she has taken care of children for most of her life - and perhaps more importantly, my two girls love her. She takes care of them every day after school, does pick-up, cooks for them, occasionally helps with homework and gets them ready for bed. She is always punctual and...
- Care member
Cassie D.
5.0
Super cheerful and sweet with the kids. My kids loved her, which was quite nice for me (no anxiety leaving them with her!). She handled my children's food allergies with precision, and was able to manage all 3 kids ages 5 and under. She followed our instructions, and they all seemed to have a good...
- Lauren E.
Virginia V.
5.0
Virginia came to my rescue when I desperately needed a babysitter to go to work immediately and highly punctual! If in need I recommend!
- Care member
Ishawrah J.
5.0
I hired Ishawra to take care of my 8 months old daughter during the day and my 10 year old son after he got home from school. I admired the way she took care of my kids, always professional and very dependable. My kids loved her, if I ever move back to the same area I would definitely hire Ishawra...
- Oneisha S.
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