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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Islip, NY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Islip, NY

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Anweshi D.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$49-50/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Anweshi. I have pretty much raised my younger cousin, then was a babysitter for our family friend's children. I have 2 years of baby-sitting experience as I have tutored kids with special needs and babysat young kids and teenagers. I have worked with mostly kids aged 4+ to teenagers of age 15-16. I work well...
Anweshi can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Anweshi is a very reliable and fantastic tutor. I highly recommend her!"

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Jennifer C.


Deer Park, NY

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am an experienced loving nursing assistant and radiology student who loves kids and people and wants to make everyone feel equally the same, I'm willing to help and eager the individual to be their best self each and everyday as well as helping with their everyday tasks

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

my name is Mary. Im 61 yrs of age. I'm active and full of energy. I am looking for a caretaker job. Have experience. My attributes-loving caring great companion personable great cook care for all your needs. Im a gem as I've been told . please call if interested
5.0
"Mary was an amazing full time babysitter for my two young daughters for over one year! She had tons of energy and cared for my girls like they were her own children. She was always game for taking on any task or activity. She went above and beyond with homework...

Tim K.

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Laura E.


North Babylon, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter For Part-Time Evenings/Occasional Weekends

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been caring for babies and children since I was 12 years of age as a babysitter for my 3 siblings as well as in my neighborhood plus many referrals! I was employed as a camp counselor for children ranging from pre-k up to 4th graders in my teen years. I attended SUNY New Paltz for Art Education. Work experience...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Laura is a wonderful caregiver. My 9 year old son loves having her sit for him. She is interactive, loving, kind, and dependable. She is just fabulous!"

Sally W.

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Elise H.


Nesconset, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

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, companionship, light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Elise was very caring and compassionate at all times towards my elderly mother. She always arrived on time, and stayed late if necessary. Elise became like a member of the family while working for us. I would highly recommend her- she will become a great addition...

Care member

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Jaclyn P.


Islandia, NY

$17-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have my Associates degree in Early Childhood Education. My work expirience includes working in homecare as well as in a special education preschool. I also have a backround in behavior therapy. I have worked in the special needs community for 10 years. I have experience working with a variety of children with special needs,...
5.0
"Jaclyn is an awesome, capable young lady. She is a very reliable and caring person. She was a pleasure to have as a caretaker for my son who has Special needs. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a dependable caregiver."

Philomena R.

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Wendy M.


Oakdale, NY

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Companion Care/ Home Care Available

I'm an experienced caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and adults and able to assist with ADLs and some occupational therapy as well. I enjoy helping to make peoples lives less stressful and more enjoyable. I am first aid and CPR certified I've been in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have extensive...
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Wendy M.


Oakdale, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Exceptional Experienced Sitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have recent experience providing child care for children and special needs kids. I enjoyed playing games, arts & crafts, providing meals and transportation to various activities. I am dog friendly and able to tidy up and help with homework. In the past I have volunteered at church working in both the nursery and teaching...
Wendy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with my family. Anyone would be lucky to have her."

Andrea I.

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Vera E.


Huntington Station, NY

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Mother Of Five Grown Children, And A Grandmother Of Nine Grandchildren

I have worked for nursery schools in the past up to kindergarten. I have worked as a case aide with special needs in the school district for eight years. I have raised my own children and some of which had special needs and grandchildren. Also, it's special needs I am willing to do senior care as well. I am experienced in that...
Vera can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Early Education

First Aid

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Stacey C.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$28-30/hr2 yrs exp

Helping Hands

Unexpectedly, I had to take care of an extended family member. With minimal experience, I learned to bring her back to Health I had to advocate for a woman with special needs. Know when to call an ambulance. Know when to call a Doctor Know when an attorney was needed for being declined for a rehab! Wrapping it with her coming...
Stacey can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
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Gina T.


Central Islip, NY

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello my name is Gina I have much experience in elderly care. I worked for an agency, but they no longer needed me for that patient so I'm looking for something on my own. I also worked for eight years with special needs children. I'm looking for something part-time local retired from my other job available , I would like to...
Gina can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Valerie G.


Brentwood, NY

$17-30/hr1 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

I work as a certified Nursing assistant in a Dementia Unit. It's been a thought, caring and lovely journey. I been a certified nursing assistant over a year. I also worked as a certified nursing assistant with kids who had special needs.
Valerie can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am an enthusiastic 32-year-old nanny with over 16 years of experience working with children of all ages from infants to the bigger ones :-) . I worked at the Cross Island YMCA as a swim instructor for toddlers, ran the YMCA special needs camp, and worked as an ABA therapist over the years. I am CPR and First Aid certified....
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Saima N.


Holbrook, NY

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

I have provided special needs and senior care for a few years now. I have a lot of experience and would love to share with you.
Saima can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia, respite care & more
Hi, my names Kaitlyn! I am a dedicated and compassionate caretaker with a bachelors degree in psychology and a strong background in caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs. My experience provides day-to-day assistance both child and parent. I am committed to creating a safe, supportive, and nurturing...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision
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Maureen B.


Oakdale, NY

$17-18/hr10 yrs exp

Hi I'm Maureen. I'm new to Florida oringinally from NY. I work for SCPS but am looking to make extra money. I enjoy working w the elderly as much as I enjoy working w kids !! I'm a people person. I have 15 yrs experience working in group homes for adults w special needs. I'm mature and responsible. My interests are my daughters...
Maureen can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Hello! My name is Erica and I have 5 years of experience in child care. I love working in child care and have always been a very enthusiastic nanny. I'm available Mondays-Fridays in the afternoon and can provide transportation for your kids. I have also worked with special needs kids if that is a concern. I'm looking forward to...
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Margaret H.


Lindenhurst, NY

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/childcare Professional

I have over 30 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping. I have worked with elementary school students for 17 years. I also worked with special needs children. I worked at a daycare school. I'm currently a nanny for two boys in Bay Shore. I'm looking for extra work on weekends. I've raised my own two sons and...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Stephanie L.


Central Islip, NY

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Education Teacher Looking For Summer Hours

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a health education teacher in the Islip school district. I am fully vaccinated. I am currently full and not looking for a family to assist. Before my career, I was a nanny for 2 families of twins. Since then, I have had about 7 other families I have worked with ages ranging from newborn-12 from care. com. I also worked...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Shelby G.


West Islip, NY

$20-50/hr2 yrs exp

I am a 20-year-old daycare teacher looking for nannying jobs. I started working in daycares at 18, meaning I have 2 years experience under my belt. I love working with kids and go to work excited every day. I'm extremely flexible and love animals as well. I have experience with developmentally delayed children as well as those...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Islip, NY

Anweshi D.

5.0

Anweshi is a very reliable and fantastic tutor. I highly recommend her!

- Care member

Mary C.

5.0

Mary was an amazing full time babysitter for my two young daughters for over one year! She had tons of energy and cared for my girls like they were her own children. She was always game for taking on any task or activity. She went above and beyond with homework help and was so creative in coming up...

- Tim K.

Laura E.

5.0

Laura is a wonderful caregiver. My 9 year old son loves having her sit for him. She is interactive, loving, kind, and dependable. She is just fabulous!

- Sally W.

Elise H.

5.0

Elise was very caring and compassionate at all times towards my elderly mother. She always arrived on time, and stayed late if necessary. Elise became like a member of the family while working for us. I would highly recommend her- she will become a great addition to your household.

- Care member

Jaclyn P.

5.0

Jaclyn is an awesome, capable young lady. She is a very reliable and caring person. She was a pleasure to have as a caretaker for my son who has Special needs. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a dependable caregiver.

- Philomena R.

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Ratings for Islip, NY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Islip, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.