Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Holbrook, NY
We have 60 special needs caregivers in Holbrook, NY! Compare and hire the best special needs caregiver to fit your needs.
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Find special needs caregivers in Holbrook, NY that you’ll love
60 special needs caregivers are listed in Holbrook, NY
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Holbrook, NY
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I have two grown children of my own and can appreciate the importance of your endeavor. I have worked at a middle school for 10+ years helping children with special needs. I can assist with homework after school activities and play dates The school does background check so that should provide some extra peace of mind...
Karen can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Karen is great! She cared for our 3 kids after school. She was always on time and helped manage unpacking, homework, and helping to straighten up. We also trusted her to drive them safely to and from activities."
Carrie Y.
I have experience working with individuals with autism ages 7 to 22. I have worked with two higher need individuals with autism, 21 and 22 years old- this included making sure that they took their medicine, baking with them, watching movies and drawing, as well as transporting them to and supervising them at social events (i. e....
Elizabeth B.
Holbrook, NY
$30-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
My name is Elizabeth and I am 32 years old. I currently reside in Holbrook. I am a Special Education Teacher in the Copiague School District. I teach in the Autism program. I also have experience teaching in self-contained programs and general education. I love working with children and strive to support them in any way...
I love working with special needs because every day is a challenge. I love to bring smiles to another human being. I am dedicated, compassionate, trustworthy, and responsible. I promise your loved one will be in good hands!
I have 1 year of experience working with the IDD population. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support. I have a Master's degree in Psychology, and I worked my way through college and graduate school as a professional Nanny. My current full time job is providing Care Management services to people of all ages who are...
Experienced caregiver ready to help as soon as possible. I have lengthy experience with the elderly and developmentally disabled. I also specialize in behavioral health cases. I can help complete ADL's, housework (light&heavy), Medication reminders, transportation, errands. I am looking forward to talking to you! Thank you and...
Colleen M.
Holbrook, NY
$40/hr • 4 yrs exp
As a creative and imaginative caregiver with four years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and providing dependable childcare. My graduate degree has given me a strong educational foundation, and I have worked directly with children who have special needs.
I believe in open and transparent communication...
Colleen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Gabriella N.
Hauppauge, NY
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm currently a 19-year-old college student who has been babysitting for a few years. I have experience with special needs children, specifically autism, and I have my own transportation and am willing to drive and work flexible hours.
Gabriella can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Gabriella has been our morning sitter since September and has been such a rock for me and the kids. I can rely on her to be on time, the kids know they have someone to talk to and play games with before school as well as a last minute chauffeur, should plans...
Erin P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Sharon, I'm originally from Mexico, but I've been living in the USA for five years, I'm bilingual English-Spanish. I have over 11 years of experience with kids, including special needs, CPR, Epinephrine, and First Aide Certificated.
Currently I'm a Spanish teacher at a High School but I have experience with all the ages. I...
Sharon can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sharon has cared for our 10 month old daughter for the past few months and we are so lucky to have found her! She is warm, energetic, and reliable, and clearly enjoys working with children. She is always engaged while caring for our daughter and understands how to...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 26-year-old certified Teacher Assistant with over seven years of experience. I graduated from Stony Brook University with a Bachelor's in Biology and plan to attend graduate school for Education. I have experience caring for children of all ages, both with and without special needs, and am trained in Nonviolent Crisis...
Annmarie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I first became acquainted with Annemarie through care.com, and she is one of the loveliest people I know. She has been working with my children for several years now, is incredibly kind, patient, loving and reliable. Our family all love her. On a couple of...
Sophia T.
Concetta A.
Port Jefferson Station, NY
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Fun loving mother of two with a passion for childcare and nurturing young minds. Experienced in creating a safe, engaging and loving environment for children of all ages and special needs children. Skilled in balancing playtime, education, and healthy routines. Committed to providing attentive care while fostering a fun and...
Concetta can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Connie nannied for my 1 year old son - she is great with babies and will treat your children like family. she is reliable, trustworthy, caring and professional. Your family will be luck to have her! "
Emily P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Ive had about a year or 2 of caring for seniors and also children with special needs. I love helping people and I enjoy being part of ones life in need. I'm responsible and a compassionate person.
Jennifer can also help with: Visiting physician, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be interested in hiring her. "
Emil R.
Lauren M.
Centereach, NY
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a nanny and have 7 years of experience, I am CPR and first aid certified. Currently working with special needs adults and I work as a nanny to a lovely couple on the weekends. I love working with kids it brings me such joy and I am looking for a full time position, hopefully long term. I love children they are so joyful and...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very sweet with my daughter, always on time. Kept a consistent work quality."
Care member
Alyssa C.
East Setauket, NY
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Alyssa. I am 26 years old. I have been working with kids since I was 15. I have worked with every age group. I was a preschool teacher, substitute teacher. I have my bachelors degree. I also, have experience with disabled kids and special needs kids. I have been a nanny for a year. I also, taught dance and...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alyssa has been babysitting my children for 5 years now and I have seen her become a preschool teacher and grow with the children. It is wonderful she is absolutely wonderful with the children. I would recommend her to babysit."
Michelle G.
3.0
(2)
Hello
My name is Inez. I am very reliable and dependable, I have some experience working with the disabled and also worked as an aide assisting with everyday living activities such as cooking, cleaning, feeding, laundry, driving to dr appointments, food shopping, etc. I really love what I do because I enjoy helping the ones in...
5.0
"Inez is very caring. She always seems to find a reason for everyone to smile. Shes honest, trusting, responsible and a very loving woman. I would definitely recommend having her around to care for and get any job done. "
Pj R.
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Gabby, I am a sophomore in college! I have been a caretaker for young children from the ages of 1-12. I also work at playgroups summer camp as a counselor for children ages 2-8. My brother also had special needs as a toddler so I also have lots of experience in this area. I am also in the honors program at USJ...
Gabriella can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
5.0
"Gabby watched our son this past july/August and was really good with him. We were sorry to see her go back to school so soon. We'd highly recommend her to other families."
Geoff P.
Amanda M.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$17/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...
5.0
"I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son."
Meryl B.
Elise H.
Nesconset, NY
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 20Yrs of exp. W/ & W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's & Special needs. I can assist with all Home Care needs and Light Housekeeping. I love to cook and have always brought my clients food to taste if they are allowed. I have a Clean Drivers license as well as a clean...
Elise can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elise is so kind, patient, trustworthy and reliable. She currently taking amazing care of my parents and they look forward to her visits. So happy to have her in our lives. "
Care member
Christine E.
Middle Island, NY
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a degree in Child Development/Early Childhood Education and I have over 15 years of childcare experience. I have been a summer live-in nanny for a family with children ages 8-12 and a full-time nanny for children ages 5 months to 6-years-old. I have experience as a Special Education paraeducator for children of all ages...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi... I'm Allie and I have over 10 years of quality childcare experience! I currently work part time as a preschool teaching assistant for children with special needs, and before that I was a full time nanny for 4 years in NYC. I hold a bachelor's degree in child psychology! In addition, I am the mother of one soon to be...
Allie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Allie was great!! I was headed on a trip and my husband was working from home. I needed someone dependable for after school hours for my 2 and 4 year old 3 days. Allie immediately put my mind at ease. She was punctual, followed up with me with a whatsapp call to...
Brianna A.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Holbrook, NY
Karen D.
5.0
Karen is great! She cared for our 3 kids after school. She was always on time and helped manage unpacking, homework, and helping to straighten up. We also trusted her to drive them safely to and from activities.
- Carrie Y.
Gabriella N.
5.0
Gabriella has been our morning sitter since September and has been such a rock for me and the kids. I can rely on her to be on time, the kids know they have someone to talk to and play games with before school as well as a last minute chauffeur, should plans change. Her car is safe and clean, she is...
- Erin P.
Sharon M.
5.0
Sharon has cared for our 10 month old daughter for the past few months and we are so lucky to have found her! She is warm, energetic, and reliable, and clearly enjoys working with children. She is always engaged while caring for our daughter and understands how to meet her needs. We would highly...
- Care member
Annmarie C.
5.0
I first became acquainted with Annemarie through care.com, and she is one of the loveliest people I know. She has been working with my children for several years now, is incredibly kind, patient, loving and reliable. Our family all love her. On a couple of emergency occasions, Annemarie was there...
- Sophia T.
Concetta A.
5.0
Connie nannied for my 1 year old son - she is great with babies and will treat your children like family. she is reliable, trustworthy, caring and professional. Your family will be luck to have her!
- Emily P.
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