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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Massapequa Park, NY
The average rate is $20/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Massapequa Park, NY
Sarah C.
Wantagh, NY
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have a passion for people and I love working with children. I have been babysitting my whole life, whether it be for a church event or babysitting my cousins and neighbors. In the past I have cared for infants/newborn baby's. I also have experience working in a school environment. I am a former employee of the South Shore...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Nadia E.
Baldwin, NY
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Nadia. I am currently a student at Molloy College studying biology. I am 21 years old and have experience taking care of individuals with special needs. I can provide references if you would like. I have my own transportation due to the fact that I commute to school. If you ever need me I just ask that you let me...
5.0
"We hired Nadia last minute to watch our two boys, she was friendly, personable, and great with our kids! She was also very flexible with timing. Would highly recommend!"
Alexis C.
5.0
(1)
I am currently a Part-time Special Ed. teacher's Aide. I have been working in the School District for 22 years. Along with that I have worked for 2 families, caring for their children. I drove and picked them up from school, stayed with them till their parents came home, and also drove them to different functions. The second...
Chloe W.
Freeport, NY
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Chloe and I have a passion for working with children. I have spent the last 8 summers working in childcare and I absolutely love it! I have experience with children age 2-12 and some experience with children with special needs. I recently earned my master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and am hoping to...
Chloe can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Chloe was a wonderful nanny for our family for over two years. She was a tremendous loss when she moved. I trust her and highly recommend her!!!"
Sarah P.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Crystal and I am 33 years old. I am a graduate of Long Island University Post Campus with my Bachelor's degree and teaching certification in Childhood Education. I have a Master's Degree and am certified in General and special Education.
I have been teaching for 10 years and have experience working with...
Crystal can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"As a single father of two young girls, finding the right babysitter was of the utmost importance to me. With a busy work schedule that keeps me out of the house more often than I'd like, I needed someone I could trust to not only care for my daughters but also...
Care member
5.0
(2)
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.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mom and special needs aide. I have previous experience caring for infants and toddlers, also school age children.
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi, my name is Amanda. I'm currently in school at Stony Brook University, specializing in working with individuals with disabilities. I am a New York State EMT and volunteer at my fire department. Additionally, I am CPR certified.
I started working with individuals with special needs at 18 and now have 7 years paid experience....
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Jamie C.
Levittown, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have over 15+ years of experience with kids from newborn to teens including special needs. I have my CDA, fingerprinted and am CPR certified. References available upon request!
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Melissa N.
Farmingdale, NY
$22/hr • 20 yrs exp
Veteran Childcare Provider With Over 20 Years Experience.
Veteran childcare provider who has offered comprehensive care to children from ages 0 and up. Extensive history working with children who have disabilities and special needs. I am pet friendly, a nonsmoker and hold a valid drivers license.
I possess patience and the understanding for children and their needs.
Melissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Taylor P.
East Meadow, NY
$16-17/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Taylor! I have 6 years of experience of babysitting kids, I am also a teacher aide for special needs children. I enjoy working with kids as I am a senior in college and want to pursue a career in education. I am more than comfortable with helping as much as I can such as changing, feeding, tending to children's...
Taylor can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Alexis F.
Bellmore, NY
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My whole life I loved being around kids. I have been a mother's helper and gradually worked myself up to be a babysitter. I have also worked at a camp for 4 years. I've watched kids of all ages and have taken care of a kid with special needs. I have also worked at Friendly's were kids are a BIG focus. I am a very active person...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Merita R.
Melville, NY
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hello My name is Merita, I have experience not only with senior care but also child care/nanny for over 9 years. I absolutely love working with children. I also have experience in working with children who has
special needs. I do not mind cooking and doing minimal errands. I currently work as a nurse but I am currently looking...
Aidia R.
Baldwin, NY
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Aidia and I am new to care. com, but I do have babysitting experience. I have worked with children for a few years now, so I have a few years of childcare experience. I recently have been working with children with disabilities and special needs therefore, I am capable and comfortable working with children that...
Aidia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Janelle M.
Roosevelt, NY
$20-41/hr • 5 yrs exp
Compassionate Child Care Professional With Special Needs Expertise
I enjoy working with kids because it's rewarding to watch them grow and learn. Their curiosity and resilience inspire me daily, and helping them develop new skills is fulfilling. I have 5+ years experience with baby sitting from newborns to school age, as well as autistic children.
Janelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have babysat for family, family friends and neighbors all throughout high school. The kids I babysat went from elementary school to middle school! I am now a teacher aide through Nassau BOCES. I work with special needs kids from all over the spectrum at my current school! I am currently looking for a summer job!
Jenna can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Hi I'm kelly. I'm 32 years old. I currently work in an assisted living facility 3pm-11 p.m. which leaves my mornings available. I have been a nanny before, a babysitter, and I have work in a school with children with special needs. I started babysitting around 17.
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Emma L.
Bellmore, NY
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Emma im 24 years old! I am currently working part time due to being pregnant (10 weeks). I have worked with children since 16 years old. I offer child, pet, household and senior care.
I have worked in a day camp with 15 2-4-year-olds. I have babysat children from ages 2 weeks-15 years old. I have worked with special...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Samantha Lara L.
Hempstead, NY
$16-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I am currently 19, living on long island, and willing to travel! I am a speech pathology student in my third year of college with a good schedule! I am fluent in spanish and english as well as a beginner in ASL! I am CPR certified and have been working with children with special needs. I have also been babysitting and...
Samantha Lara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Joseph G.
Old Bethpage, NY
$20-30/hr • 7 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, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Massapequa Park, NY
Nadia E.
5.0
We hired Nadia last minute to watch our two boys, she was friendly, personable, and great with our kids! She was also very flexible with timing. Would highly recommend!
- Alexis C.
Chloe W.
5.0
Chloe was a wonderful nanny for our family for over two years. She was a tremendous loss when she moved. I trust her and highly recommend her!!!
- Sarah P.
Crystal L.
5.0
As a single father of two young girls, finding the right babysitter was of the utmost importance to me. With a busy work schedule that keeps me out of the house more often than I'd like, I needed someone I could trust to not only care for my daughters but also serve as an educator, tutor, and role...
- Care member
Sarah C.
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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