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Find special needs caregivers in Mount Vernon, NY that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Mount Vernon, NY

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Mount Vernon, NY

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Andrecia S.


Mount Vernon, NY

$25/hr3 yrs exp

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As a childcare provider with three years of experience caring for children, I'm passionate about nurturing their growth and development while providing a safe and nurturing environment. My patient and friendly nature allows me to connect with children easily, fostering a creative and imaginative atmosphere where they can learn...
Andrecia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a friendly and approachable childcare provider with 18 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development, combined with my positive experience in previous babysitting roles, led me to pursue a career in childcare. Over the years, I have gained valuable knowledge...
Semirra can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hello families! I have been a nanny for 4 years . I was an au pair. I was assistant teacher for 4 years at school working with special needs kids. . I used to be a volunteer in a orphanages and daycare. I'm very comfortable working with kids . I'm a part time student and I'm looking for guaranteed hours per week . I'm also...
Pamela can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Pamela F.


Mount Vernon, NY

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Available To Help Asap

Hello everyone, CAREGIVER LOOKING FOR WORK!!!! I'm looking for work doing personal care services and babysitting. Has experience creating lesson plans, working with children with special needs, and engaging in daily activities with children. Assisting senior clients with all of their personal needs, cleaning and grocery...
Pamela can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
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Iris D.


New Rochelle, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full/Part-Time/Date Night Caregiver

5.0

(5)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have 20 years EXPERIENCE and TRAINING working with Special Needs Children, I am Gentle and Affectionate, and I have raised two Special Needs children of my own. I am patient and skilled in Medication Administration, CPR, Crisis Intervention, and handling other Emergencies I have a natural rapport with children, and require...
Iris can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Our family was blessed to have Ms.Iris for a year.we appreciate all the love she put into watching my son.I could have not done it without her support especially through covid. Ms.Iris has become part of our family.My son needed someone he could engage with and...

Abigail S.

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Tracey G.


Bergenfield, NJ

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

*COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*Hi there! I am a qualified caregiver with 18 years of experience. I am available nights M-F 6/6:30pm-6am)or weekend F-Su overnight(F 6/6:30pm-Su 4/5pm) I am highly experienced in senior care (Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's) rehab, stroke, senior special...
Tracey can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, respite care
5.0
"I interviewed this lovely candidate for a night position for my elderly Mom, who has early Alzheimers. Tracey is absolutely delightful, with a wealth of experience and knowledge! My Mom's current aide works 24-hours, and I feel due to my Mom's recent decline, no...

Karen S.

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Jillian G.


New York, NY

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter!

I have 5 years of experience and have even worked with special needs children. I can help prepare food and take your children around the city if you would like. My full time job starts up again August 15 so until then I am around full time and afterwards I will only be available on weekends. I can help with Swimming Supervision...
Jillian can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jillian babysat regularly for my three young children (3, 6, 7) in Long Island. They always talked about how much fun they had when Jillian would babysit. She'd take them to the park, out for ice cream and would even help with online school (because I can never...

Katerina S.

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Cheryl W.


Bronx, NY

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

If you're looking for someone to actually love your children here I am. I am a high experienced nanny. For five years of experience. My family is relocating because of COVID. I've been with them long term and now I'm looking for a new family to love. I was a newborn specialist and then I became a nanny. I do light housekeeping,...
Cheryl can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Cheryl is an amazing nanny who started working with us when our son was 2.5 months old. Within a few days, she was able to identify our baby's cues regarding hunger and tiredness and addressed his needs accordingly. My son had been resisting taking a bottle around...

Richi G.

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Amaris C.


Fort Lee, NJ

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Amaris and I have over 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have looked after children since I was 15 years old. My skills include feeding, dressing, diapering and bathing. I love to engage children in fun educational activities like arts and crafts, reading, outdoor activities like trips to the...
Amaris can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is the best babysitter I have ever had. I have a 9 yr old and a 1 yr old and she dedicate her time and patience to my boys like if they were her own. I will recommend her to anyone."

Warkiria T.

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Joanne C.


Scarsdale, NY

$25-45/hr9 yrs exp

Loving Part-time Care Giver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a caregiver for children since I was 16 years old, starting with babysitting, moving on to preschool teacher and eventually elementary school teacher and special needs teacher's aide. I enjoy baking, art, music, sports, hiking and anything creative. I'd love to care for your child and will bring energy and joy to the...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Joanne has been so helpful watching our 13-year-old son! She is punctual, friendly, easy-going, and our son really likes her. She has been able to come over for date nights and has also stayed the night when we were out of town. We feel very lucky to have found...

Nathanael B.

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Giselle R.


New York, NY

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified trained Nanny with Medical studies as an LPN. I have more than 20 years of experience. I am CPR- AED- First Aid certified in infants, adolescents, adults and elderly. I am bilingual English and Spanish. I am also available for late evenings, weekend and date nights with advance notice. I have lots of experience...
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Amanda P.


White Plains, NY

$25-27/hr4 yrs exp

Bubbly And Caring Sitter

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I have a bachelors degree in History and teaching. I've taught children in schools, have been a nanny to 3 children (so more than one child is totally fine), speak Portuguese fluently, as I have lived in Brazil and went to a Federal university there, and am a very warm and caring person. I have years of experience with...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Nakite A.


New Rochelle, NY

$20-35/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I truly love working with young kids. I have a lot of experience working with infants and toddlers, including special needs learners. I approach each child as an individual who I get to help grow and teach. I enjoy finding creative ways to educate young kids. I am a fun sitter. I am also available to assist with the monitoring...
Nakite can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Nakite cared for my 4 yo daughter and she was fantastic! She is warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. She gave us updates via text, which was a nice way to keep us updated on our Ava. Highly recommend!"

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Farahnaaz K.


Bronx, NY

$25-31/hr2 yrs exp

Certified Medical Assitant

Hello I am a certified medical assistant for 5 years and is now working with northwell health with pediatrics pulmonary on an everyday base I deal with patients that are special needs developmental delayed autism speech delay etc Best care guaranteed!!
5.0
"Very punctual and took great care of my 2 kids on the weekends. Would definitely recommend her."

Yidevi A.

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Annette Y.


Scarsdale, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time After School Or Before School Provider.

I have also worked with Special Needs Children and Adults. I am Certified By The State with Background checks in force and up to date. I am presently not available on Tuesdays or Thursday afternoons from 3 p.m. to 730 p.m.
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Riley M.


New York, NY

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been working with children since I was 16 years old, starting out as an Assistant Instructor at my dojo. Over the past 8 years I have been working with children in various capacities and steadily growing my experience. I have had extensive experience as a nanny, caregiver, dog and cat sitter and reading and writing tutor. I...
Riley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Riley is a gift to my family. He has been caring for my three children a few days a week for about three months. He is punctual and very responsible. My children adore him! He is fun and extremely caring. Riley is thoughtful and always brings creative ideas and...

Amanda F.

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Diane T.


New York, NY

$28-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm not "Just A Nanny" & I don't want to be! I am a professional nanny that has been successfully caring for children & households in NYC for over a decade. I am a native New Yorker, college grad, & ex-NYC teacher. I take pride in the long tenures I've had with my families & I love "my kids". I am not myopic about my role & a...
Diane can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"When I was calling references for Diane, one mother stated it perfectly: "Diane is simply the best." Diane has a huge personality, a warm heart and a general joy for life that she brings with her every time she walks through the door. I have hired Diane to take...

Ellen C.

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Tracey G.


Bergenfield, NJ

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend Caregiver

***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*** Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver with 25 years experience available for week nights overnight (M-F 6/6:30pm-7-8am) or Saturdays and Sundays. I am highly experienced in special needs care such as Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Muscular...
5.0
"Tracey worked for my family for over 5 years. I had a son who was not able to do anything for himself and his needs increased over the years ( to include feeding tube) Tracey would not only take care of his needs but who sit with him and hold his hand She truly...

Alayne G.

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Travis T.


Dobbs Ferry, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello Families! My name is Travis and I'm an employee of the Department of Education. I've worked in the role of a Teaching Assistant for the past 9 years. A major part of my work is the teamwork and collaboration that happens between parents and myself. Our combined efforts are essential to achieving big and small results. I'd...
5.0
"I met Travis because he is the caregiver for one of my customers. He assists with the care of a teenage boy and one of his responsibilities is to helping him with a variety of life skills. Travis really impressed me with his ability to encourage his mentee to...

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Annette Y.


Scarsdale, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

HHA, (Elderly Care) Direct Care Counselor (Special Needs), Pet Care, Personal Assistant

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been providing elder care for 10 plus years now on a part-time basis while attending school and working at other locations. I love my job and am very good at it. I do this work because it's what I love to do. I am very patient, knowledgeable, friendly, caring and honest. A pretty good cook and believe in safety first and...
Annette can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Annette is god sent. She took great care of our 3 year-old son who is very "handful" at home. Annette is very engaging and kept bringing different activities to keep my son entertained. She brought my son out for play and even get him books and toys. She...

Ziyang N.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mount Vernon, NY

Iris D.

5.0

Our family was blessed to have Ms.Iris for a year.we appreciate all the love she put into watching my son.I could have not done it without her support especially through covid. Ms.Iris has become part of our family.My son needed someone he could engage with and some one who communicated with him.My...

- Abigail S.

Tracey G.

5.0

I interviewed this lovely candidate for a night position for my elderly Mom, who has early Alzheimers. Tracey is absolutely delightful, with a wealth of experience and knowledge! My Mom's current aide works 24-hours, and I feel due to my Mom's recent decline, no aide should be sleeping on their...

- Karen S.

Jillian G.

5.0

Jillian babysat regularly for my three young children (3, 6, 7) in Long Island. They always talked about how much fun they had when Jillian would babysit. She'd take them to the park, out for ice cream and would even help with online school (because I can never figure that out). It was also...

- Katerina S.

Cheryl W.

5.0

Cheryl is an amazing nanny who started working with us when our son was 2.5 months old. Within a few days, she was able to identify our baby's cues regarding hunger and tiredness and addressed his needs accordingly. My son had been resisting taking a bottle around the time that Cheryl joined us and...

- Richi G.

Amaris C.

5.0

Amaris is a very patient and caring babysitter. She is responsible and dependable. You can tell she loves working with kids and they love being around her. In my opinion she would make a great addition to any family looking for professional childcare.

- Preto G.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

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