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Find special needs caregivers in New York, NY that you’ll love

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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Emma L.


New York, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

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

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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: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Shawna G.


New York, NY

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

Care Giver/ RBT

Hi Family, I am interested in this position. I am certified behavior technician, caregiver and nanny with an experience of 5+ years. I have worked with young children, senior citizens and individuals of special needs. I pride myself on providing exceptional care, including physical and emotional needs-tailored to each...
Shawna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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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: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Robin B.


New York, NY

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Robin

Hi! My name is Robin and I'm a recent graduate from NYU studying Dance and Child Development. I am looking for a full/part time nannying job beginning as early as January 4th! I have years of babysitting and childcare experience and consistently nannied a family of 4 kids for nearly two years (ages 7, 9 and two 6-month-old twin...
Robin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

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Evelyn S.


New York, NY

$22-30/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Accomplished Tutor In NYC

Hi! My name is Evelyn. I have over 5 years of professional and volunteer experience working in education and childcare. I recently graduated from NYU with a B. A. in Environmental Studies with a concentration in environmental education and a double minor in Studio Art and Animal Studies. I am also fluent in Russian. I am...
Evelyn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Caroline E.


New York, NY

$35-50/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny/Caregiver Available

Hi! I am a 22-year-old full-time grad student living in New York City. I have more than four years of experience full-time and part-time nannying as well as tutoring. I am majoring in Journalism with minors in French and Political Science and can tutor in any corresponding subjects. I am CPR certified and have worked with kids...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Diana M.


New York, NY

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Child Care Provider/family Assistance

Hi I am a 22-year-old female interested in offering child care services for children ages 2 and up. I am located in New York and able to travel to boroughs with the state . My current availability is saturdays and sundays from as early as 6:00 a.m. to 7 pm, I can consider to work later in the evening if needed. My experiences...
Diana can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Devin C.


New York, NY

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter With Degree In Human Development And Background In YMCA Camps

Hello! I'm a recent Boston College graduate with a degree in Psychology and Human Development. I am creative, energetic, and passionate about providing a safe, fun environment for children to grow and learn. While I have experience babysitting, my primary child care experience comes from my four years working at a YMCA Camp (2...
Devin can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
I was a camp counselor for 7 summers. I have worked with both girls and boys and varying ages from 3-14. I worked with special needs children for 4 years. From these experiences I gained babysitting jobs for children off all different ages. I also have 4 younger family members whom I care for frequently. I am currently studying...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Natalie C.


New York, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! I'm a very experienced sitter who loves spending time with kids and pets. I have a sister with special needs so I can also assist with any of those specific care giving situations. I currently work in entertainment communications with a flexible schedule and am looking for more opportunities to babysit as I really...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Natalie G.


New York, NY

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

I have multiple experiences caring for children! I have a Bachelor's of Science degree in Early Childhood Education and a Bachelor's of Fine Arts degree in Dance from Slippery Rock University. I have nannied, part-time, for three families with children nine years of age and under. I have extensive experience with infants and...
Natalie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

Hello I'm Haylee! I have been babysitting since I was 13 and I adore working with children. I'm a recent college graduate from Marymount Manhattan College studying Musical Theater and Drama Therapy. I am going to be home in Texas for a month and a half and am looking for some type of nannying job for the mornings! I am CPR...
Haylee can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Katie P.


New York, NY

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Baby Sitter And Teacher

Hi my name is Katie! I have been working with children for over 7 years and am currently working as cancer research assistant. I graduated from Cornell University in 2014 with a degree in Biology. My past experience includes working as a one on one aide for a child with special needs, teacher, camp counselor, and hospital aide....
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lillian R.


New York, NY

$28-30/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking For Summer Work

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lilly and I am looking for summer nanny work. I have a background in working with children after graduating with a music therapy degree and working at a non profit that provided services for children with special needs. Following that I have had jobs as a nanny for various ages (ranging from 3 months old to 8...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hello! I'm a reliable, full-time student with three years experience in childcare. I grew up around young kids and have experience with children who are grieving, have special needs, etc. I am great with virtual learning and can help with homework. I am also comfortable performing small household tasks upon request. I will...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
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Lauren B.


New York, NY

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Boston College Graduate With Years Of Childcare Experience :)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Lauren, and I graduated from Boston College in May 2022. I love working with children. All throughout high school, I taught weekly religious ed. classes for elementary school students. During summer 2020, I babysat for my neighbors' son and daughter everyday for five weeks and we had the best time together....
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have babysat for a range of families in college based off of referrals. In addition to referrals through families, I worked consistently with one family for 5 years. My responsibilities included day time activities, grocery shopping, cooking, and carpooling. Prior to my experience in college, I also babysit consistently in...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Haley and I am a 26-year-old business professional and Florida Southern College graduate with a dual major in Business Administration and Health Sciences. I am located in Manhattan looking for part-time babysitting and or Nannying jobs. I am a sitter with over 13 years of caregiving experience of children...
Haley can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
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Candida A.


New York, NY

$16-23/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Responsible Sitter

Hello I'm Candy! I'm new to NYC and I'm looking for some side work since I have some extra time on the weekends. I'm the oldest child in a family of 6 so I've had years of experience caring for children from newborn to late teens. I know how to change diapers, help children who are potty training, make bottles, and cook. I...
Candida can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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.