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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Merrick, NY

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Merrick, NY

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Nyaira S.


Lynbrook, NY

$17/hr • 3 yrs exp

5.0

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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: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Nyaira was our nanny full-time for a little over year starting when my son was 2 years old and my daughter was 6 months. Both of my children are now in school but still ask for Nyaira to come babysit! She is punctual, reliable, and caring. She is kind when dealing...

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Nigeria W.


Uniondale, NY

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Helpful Caregiver

I am an experienced professional who has worked with Special needs population for over 20 years, additionally I have worked with patients with Dementia/CP. I have my own car and I am trained in CPR, First Aid, and AED. I have my own transportation. I graduated with a BA on Psychology from Hofstra University. I am willing to...
Nigeria can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, respite care, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
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Kristen F.


Garden City, NY

$25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Caring And Fun Sitter!

I have many years of experience with children including summer camps, babysitting, tutoring, and working with children with special needs. I love creating a fun and caring environment for kids!
Kristen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Amanda L.


Lindenhurst, NY

$17-24/hr • 7 yrs exp

Child 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, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Alexandra D.


Franklin Square, NY

$17-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Anytime Babysitter, Caregiver, English/Writing Tutor

Hi there! I'm an adjunct English professor looking for part time childcare work. In the summer I'm very available, most times, Monday-Friday and can do weekend nights as well. I have experience performing activities and watching children with special needs for weekly events at my church (St. Anne's, Garden City), as well as...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ashley C.


Elmont, NY

$18-24/hr • 7 yrs exp

I'm a positive and ambitious mother to two boys. For several years, I worked on and off with elderly adults and even adults with special needs. I am certified to administer medication. I have a great time just putting smiles on faces. I just love assisting where I can help someone just navigate throughout the day.
Ashley can also help with: Live-in home care, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
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Tara M.


Massapequa Park, NY

$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience taking care of children who have special needs. I have taken care of brothers who both have autism, who were 8 and 10 years old. I have then babysit for another boy with autism who was 12 when I started babysitting for him and is now 15. I also took care of a set of twins and their older brother who when I...
Tara can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
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Maggie G.


Long Beach, NY

$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a full-time teacher and I am from/currently live in Long Beach, NY. I have been teaching full time since 2013. 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 ton of experience with kids...
Maggie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Michele N.


Lynbrook, NY

$38/hr • 3 yrs exp

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I would like families know that I am a very responsible and loving person. I have a lot of patience. I took care of my elderly parents for years. Also, my son is special needs. I am a very loving and caring mom to him. If you are looking for someone, I am the person for you.
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Michele M.


Lynbrook, NY

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi. My name is Michele. I'm a mother of 4 great kids. Ages 26 23 19 17We have been all very safe & all healthy! I used to run a day care of my home for 12 years. Life changed had to go back to work full time. I've been a teachers assistant in a preschool for special needs kids. Then I moved on to become a nanny for the last 8...
Michele can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hi, my name is kacie, I have been a care giver for over the past 3years, I have worked with a few special needs patient along my journey, I enjoy cooking, cleaning and taking care of my patients
Shawna can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, home modification, errands, dementia & more
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Maura L.


Massapequa, NY

$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Care Taker

Hello :) I am from Long Island with several years of experience caring for children (with & without special needs), seniors, & pets. This has been my passion. I enjoy working with both people and animals, having worked in schools, behavioral centers, out in the community, & homes. Please feel free to reach out / contact me! I...
Maura can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Brooke H.


Oceanside, NY

$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

As a passionate and experienced childcare provider with six years of experience, I am dedicated to fostering children's growth and development. My patient and creative nature allows me to engage children in educational and imaginative play, while my strong communication skills ensure parents are regularly updated about their...
Brooke can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Darling B.


Massapequa Park, NY

$25-31/hr • 5 yrs exp

Patient And Nurturing Caregiver!

Hello! My name is Darling and I have 5 years of experience working with kids with special needs, especially with kids with autism. I used to work in a center for kids with autism and I have also worked as a 1-1 aide for families. I'm very patient, understanding and I love to apply my knowledge but at the same time I understand...
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Stephanie A.


Rockville Centre, NY

$40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Educator

My name is Stephanie and I have been a child care provider for more than 10 years. My background is in Psychology and Education. I earned a doctoral degree and also have a certification in Behavior Analysis. While my primary experience has been related to Autism and special needs, I have a variety of working with a variety of...
Skills:

First Aid

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Jessica R.


Glen Oaks, NY

$18/hr • 8 yrs exp

The majority of my work experience has been in the field of childcare or childhood education. My favorite childcare experience includes the 5 years that I spent teaching environmental and art education to children ages 0-14 (including special needs children) in a classroom setting, because I was able to inspire creativity and...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
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Ashley R.


Lindenhurst, NY

$17/hr • 5 yrs exp

As a caretaker with five years of experience, I'm passionate about enriching the lives of children. My journey into caregiving began with nannying for 3 years for a family with a child who has special needs, where I discovered my knack for nurturing and educating young minds. My patient, creative, and friendly personality shines...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
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Karen C.


Lindenhurst, NY

$20-30/hr • 20 yrs exp

Caring, Fun, Interactive

Hi I'm an experienced nanny. With many years of experience, caring for children from birth to teenagers. I have worked in the public schools in my town for over 11 years helping children with special needs. I have taken care of multiple children at once I have also taken care of twins. I also have two grown children of my...
Karen can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

I have experience with children from 3 months to 15 years old. I have also worked with a special need child.
Catina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kristal C.


Levittown, NY

$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Fun Caring Nanny

My name is Kristal and I absolutely love children. I have many years of experience babysitting and nannying. I have babysat since I was 15 years old. My first caregiver job was at a daycare with 2 care takers and 16 kids from new born to 12, including special needs. After this I was a private nanny for 2 twin boys from the age...
Kristal can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more

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

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Merrick, NY are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.