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560 special needs caregivers are listed in New York, NY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in New York, NY

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Emily B.


New York, NY

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

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I am a college student with 4 years of experience babysitting. I have worked as a teachers aide for children with special needs and an assistant in a daycare center. I am also CPR certified!
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
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Antoinette G.


New York, NY

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Smile Creator :)

I am a 31-year-old educator. I have my bachelors in childhood education/psychology. I have been working with children for over 10 years. I was in the DOE working with special needs children for over six years. I am punctual, patient, experienced and dependable. I love working with children and finding creative ways to help them...
Antoinette can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Precious I.


New York, NY

$18-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hello Parents! , I have been a nanny for about 8 years. I have worked with children in schools from the 5th-12th grade including special needs children. Also a certified Phlebotomy/EKG Technician specializing in pediatrics. The growth, and development, of our children is something I am extremely passionate about and I believe...
Precious can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
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Jessica F.


New York, NY

$25-35/hr8 yrs exp

Summer Babysitter / Nanny!

Hi! My name is Jessica I am currently in graduate school receiving my doctorate in School-Clinical Child Psychology and am off for summer break. I received my B. S. in Human Development from Cornell University and have had abundant experience working with and nannying children of all ages, as well as with special needs. I am...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping
Patience: Working with children requires a great deal of patience, especially when guiding them through activities or handling challenging behaviors. Empathy: Understanding and empathizing with children's feelings and perspectives is essential for building trust and rapport, especially when working with children with special...
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
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Mary E H.


New York, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

I'm A Retired Nurse. I'm A Mother/grandmother

I have no problem with assisting with light house work including laundry. Having nursing experience including work for Northwell Pediatrics, I feel that I would be a good fit for a family with any special needs.
Mary E can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

As a nurturing caregiver with a decade of experience, my passion lies in fostering children's growth and development. Parents can trust that their children will receive the utmost care and attention, as I prioritize their well-being and happiness. My patient and friendly nature creates a safe and comfortable environment for...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Samantha G.


New York, NY

$22/hr5 yrs exp

Very Fun & Active Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Samantha, I am Bilingual . I am 31 years old & I have 5 years of experience, with kids of all ages, I bottle feed, change diapers, I am an expert with potty training, helping your young one learn how to walk and talk, I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. I also have experience working with special needs...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Isabelle L.


New York, NY

$18-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hi!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a current sophomore/rising junior at Smith College in Massachusetts, in the process of getting my major and teaching license for Elementary Education. I have worked with kids in various settings for over 6 years now (camp, school, babysitting, nannying) and have worked with children with special needs in all of those...
Isabelle can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Ann D.


New York, NY

$20-32/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Annie. I grew up in a town in New Jersey just outside of Philadelphia. I spent my whole life as a year round swimmer and am currently a Senior studying Business Marketing Growing up I have worked as a child swim instructor, part time babysitter, and also have experience working with special needs children. The...
Ann can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jessicah N.


New York, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Career Nanny 27+ Years

My name is Jessi. I have more than 25 years of nanny experience in a diverse range of settings with children of all ages and abilities (including multiples and children with special needs). As a licensed Certified Nurse Aide, my First Aid and CPR Certifications are current at all times. My desire is to teach, not just keep, the...
Jessicah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Deborah D.


New York, NY

$19-24/hr

College Senior Who Loves Working With Kiddos

Hi! My name is Deb, I'm a college senior looking to support herself through school! I'm at NYU studying Drama with a minor in Educational Theatre. I'm an outgoing and social person who enjoys playing games and helping children grow and learn! I also love cats and arts and crafts. Though my babysitting experience is working with...
Deborah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Anna K.


New York, NY

$50/hr9 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Anna and I am a 24-year-old living in Tribeca. I have 9+ years of caretaking, including babysitting children of a broad range of ages (infant-teens), tutoring, and working as a special needs aide. As a background, I graduated with my BS from the University of Notre Dame in 2022 and am originally from Chicago. I...
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Emma L.


New York, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny, Sitter, & Postpartum Doula Seeking Families Looking For Kind, Creative Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, there! I go by Griffy (they/them), and I'm a sweet, energetic, and experienced caregiver and postpartum doula-in-training. I taught special education in California for 3 years, where I worked with students aged 11-14 with a range of intellectual, learning, and emotional disabilities. More recently I was a co-founder and...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Nayelys B.


New York, NY

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

I am a 22-year-old elementary school teacher with a deep passion for nurturing and educating children. With my experience in the classroom, I have developed a strong understanding of children's developmental needs and how to create a safe, fun, and engaging environment for them to thrive. I have experience working with children...
Nayelys can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

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Sarah F.


New York, NY

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

I'm an enthusiastic childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. I have over 20 years of experience babysitting as well as caring for individuals with special needs and where I consistently ensured the safety and well-being of children and adults. Patient, calm, creative, and friendly, I...
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Avery W.


New York, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny & Babysitter: 10+ Years Of Childcare + Professional Background

With over 7 years of dedicated childcare experience, I offer reliable, engaging, and nurturing care for children of all ages. My extensive hands-on experience includes: -Regular babysitting and nannying for multiple families -7 years as a lead summer camp counselor at Camp Du Nord in Minnesota -2 years of preschool teaching...
Avery can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Sarah Y.


New York, NY

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight And Weekend Babysitting Jobs

Hello! My name is Sarah. I am 20 years old and I have grown up in four different countries, but have lived in the New York area for the majority of my life. I am fluent in English and proficient in Korean and Mandarin. I come from a family of three children. My parents taught me the value of education and strong moral values...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
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Sophie R.


New York, NY

$18-50/hr8 yrs exp

I've been caring for children since I was a teenager, from infants to preteens. My love for children is an innate part of who I am and has led me to various roles, including being on the president's board at The Friendship Circle, an organization dedicated to supporting children with autism. With my brother having special needs,...

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello families, I'm Juliane, 25yo and Brasilian. I've been living in NYC for 2 years, before as an au pair and now by my own. I'm a energetic and happy person, ready to do my best for your cute babies and your family. I used to work as a teacher attendant in Brazil, specialized on special needs care. I have a master degree in...
Juliane can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in New York, NY are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 159 reviews of the 560 listed special needs caregivers.