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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Nesconset, NY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Nesconset, NY

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Elise H.


Nesconset, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(5)

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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: Errands, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Elise is truly special. She is a well mannered, kind and passionate person. I was very impressed with the care she gave my mom who has Alzheimer’s Disease. Elise has a great personality and a very strong work ethic. She easily adapted to my mom’s needs and worked...

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Colleen B.


Nesconset, NY

$17/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I currently work at Maryhaven with special needs young adults. I have worked here for 2 years and have also done a lot of volunteer work with individuals with special needs. I have also have a brother with autism, so I have a lot of experience in special needs of all ages.
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Jilana C.


Nesconset, NY

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

I am currently a college student. I have been babysitting since I was around 15 years old and I have experience with babysitting a wide range of ages as well as babysitting special needs children. I am extremely friendly, loving, responsible, and patient.
Jilana can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Samantha L.


Nesconset, NY

$19/hr

Love Being With Little Kiddos:)

Hi!! I'm a college student on the pre-medical track aspiring to be a pediatric surgeon. I've always had a passion for kids and I'm so glad I've found my calling in life. I'm CPR and First Aid certified. I'm pretty flexible with my schedule. I have 5+ years of experience working with special needs kids and have worked with kids...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Colleen B.


Nesconset, NY

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

I have experience working with adults with disabilities and special needs.. I worked as a CNA at Jefferson Ferry for 2 years. I currently work as a caregiver to an elderly women and weekends at a clothings store. I'm 37 years old with interest in reading, baking, walking, card games and any and all crafts such as crocheting,...
Colleen can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

Lindsey R.


Nesconset, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Energetic Babysitter Available!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been caring for children for over 10 years. I have worked the past 8 years as a sign language interpreter for children who are deaf and have special needs. Always willing to go above & beyond to see a smile on your child's face!
Lindsey can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Pleasure to have working with my family. Never missed a day of work the whole time she was with us. Very organized and dependable great with children "

Amy H.

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Alyssa C.


East Setauket, NY

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & 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.

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Anweshi D.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$49-50/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

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, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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

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Jackie M.


Holtsville, NY

$19-26/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Working With All Kids!!!

4.3

(6)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with kids for over 10 years and have 3 of my own! I have experience with newborns, toddlers, kids and teens. I have worked with special needs, multiples and twins and have many references. I am patient, reliable, caring and kind. I absolutely love any and all babies and kids! I am flexible and willing to work...
Jackie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jackie has babysat my kids for years for date nights! We love her, she is super fun and energetic, and always coming up with fun activities/games."

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Jocelynne C.


Saint James, NY

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hello, my name is Jocelynne. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old and have always naturally gravitated toward being someone who loves to babysit and care for children, definitely an innate trait for being the oldest sibling. My most up to date babysitting experience is that I am currently babysitting for a family &...
Jocelynne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"I came across Jocelynne's care.com page as I was looking for babysitters for my busy schedule. From the moment I met her I knew she'd be the one to be there for my kid(s). I've trusted her with my daughter (5 years old) and wouldn't trust anyone else. Whenever I...

Mila C.

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Taylor H.


East Setauket, NY

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Occasional Babysitting

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My current availability is date nights and any other occasional times! Unfortunately I'm not available for any full time positions at this time. Thank you for your interest! Hi, my name is Taylor! I have over 10 years experience as a babysitter, four years as a nanny, and taught at a summer science camp for kids ages 5-11 for...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Taylor is absolutely amazing. She provided care for my first when he was just 5 months old and still at 5 years old! She has a knack for sustaining their attention and making those in her care beg to see her more often. She is punctual and trustworthy. i never need...

Jennifer G.

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Chynel W.


Coram, NY

$18-33/hr10 yrs exp

Made For This

I'm 44yr old widow no children I have worked as a nurses aide for some years and recently in the last 17 years I have worked with adults with special needs and adults with schizophrenia/bipolar disorders, Good companion.
Chynel can also help with: Dementia, personal care, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

CNA

5.0
"I like how sweet she was and well spoken.very experienced with my needs as well.she was very caring to me "

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Annmarie C.


Hauppauge, NY

$17-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter Available

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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.

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Sharon M.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Future Spanish Teacher

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 T. A in an Autistic school. SCIP trained. I babysat a variety of families in...
Sharon can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Wilder and Coast loved her, she was great and always kept an eye on both of them at the same time. Will be using again :-) "

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Melissa S.


Bay Shore, NY

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 28-year-old former CNA with plenty of experience with children including special needs children as well. Iv worked in two different elementary schools over three years so working with large groups of children is something I'm well at as well. I'm CPR certified and have a clean driving record. I'm very friendly, outgoing...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Melissa watched my son partial days for several months. She was always on time, and was fun and engaging for my almost 2 year old at the time. He loved her! "

Danielle M.

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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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Karen D.


Holbrook, NY

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny/babysitter

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Karen is a lovely woman. Never did we have to worry about someone not tending to our children. She was great with homework and keeping the kids occupied. My kids like to be outside playing and she was always up for anything. I never had to worry about texting and...

Kerri O.

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Allie R.


Coram, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced, Professional And Outgoing Nanny!

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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"We love being able to work with Allie and her child whenever they are available! We've hired her 3-4 times at this point and hope to continue working with her regularly. Her communication with us is great, and her care for our infant child is outstanding. When we...

Tasha V.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Nesconset, NY

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

Wendy M.

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.

Alyssa C.

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.

Anweshi D.

5.0

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

- Care member

Jackie M.

5.0

Jackie has babysat my kids for years for date nights! We love her, she is super fun and energetic, and always coming up with fun activities/games.

- Care member

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

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