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544 special needs caregivers are listed in New York, NY

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in New York, NY

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Kimberlin K.


New York, NY

$30-40/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny Looking For Part-Time Job.

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HI there! My name is Kimberin :) I have been living in the city for about 5 years until my husband and I recently relocated to Williamsburg. I recently graduated from Columbia with my masters and am beginning private practice work as a therapist. Throughout my masters program, I interned in a pediatric ICU as well as a K-9...
Kimberlin can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lauren C.


New York, NY

$20-50/hr2 yrs exp

Lauren Chalker

My name is Lauren and I am looking for a full time position in New York City. I have a bubbly personality and can establish a connecting interest with any child, regardless of age. My dad was ill for 7+ years, so I have a unique experience as a caretaker. I live life to help in any way I can, and am willing to do whatever...
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Ella V.


New York, NY

$8-50/hr6 yrs exp

About Me!

Hi there! I'm 18 years old and I'm from Wisconsin but I moved to the city for school. I'm a freshman at Marymount Manhattan College where I'm getting my bachelor of fine arts degree in musical theatre. I've been working with kids and babysitting since I was around 12 and have worked with kids ages 1-12 and with kids who have...
Ella can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Samantha T.


New York, NY

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Samantha :)

Hello! My name is Sami. I am college student studying Economics at Pace University. I have over 7 years of experience working at a daycare in my hometown and I have been babysitting children with special needs since I was 13. I love to bake and do crafts (but I promise that I am an organized person that will always clean up our...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I am a college student with 4 years of experience, and I have experience with special needs children after growing up with my sister who is on the autism spectrum. I have volunteered in special needs schools, where I facilitated activities with children, and I am now doing research at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. I...
Ariana can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Isabella S.


New York, NY

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Bubbly, Fun, And Ready To Work!

I get along with children well. I've taught kids singing, dancing, and acting lessons for the last 5 years of my life! I have no problem with special needs kids, as I have worked with some as young as 2 years old. I'm a great listener and love being creative. I love to bake and cook, and am more than happy to help around the...
Isabella can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Riley M.


New York, NY

$17-33/hr1 yrs exp

About Me!

Hello! My dedication and passion for working with children is a huge part of my life! My journey with childcare began at a young age where I spent a lot of time volunteering at an adoption agency and special needs center. There, I had the privilege of serving as a counselor for special needs children, offering them emotional...
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Jenice H.


New York, NY

$20-50/hr6 yrs exp

Coolest Sitter

Hi my name is jenice I have 17 years of experience working with children. I have a daughter name Mylei she's 7 years old I work around her school schedule while she's at school she's also enrolled into an after school program. My experience with child started as I was a child watching my little sister it grew as I became a teen...
Jenice can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ella M.


New York, NY

$24/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a caring babysitter with 6 years of experience. I've grown up speaking conversational Spanish in my home which I have practiced with many of the children I've worked with. I've had experience with kids of all ages (from newborn to teens), I've tutored children with learning disabilities and have spent a lot of time...
Ella can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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Shaday D.


New York, NY

$17-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Shaday . Here are few things about myself, I love being a caregiver because it is such a humbling experience with each person I have came in contact with. I have a warm, welcoming, fun, and easy to get along with personality. Each experience in taking care of seniors, to children and to a sales representative...
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Sarah R.


New York, NY

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Experienced, Loving Babysitter/Tutor!

Hi! My names Sarah, I'm 25 and a clinical psychology PhD student at Hofstra Univeristy. I'm looking for a part time tutoring/nanny job. I have a lot of experience with kids of all ages and children with special needs. Feel free to reach out with any questions!
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
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Shayla H.


New York, NY

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Shayla's Bio

I like working with kids because I like getting to watch them discover the world, and see their personalities develop. I love their joy over things that I've learned to see as mundane. I like being a source of comfort when they're dealing with difficult emotions. I like when they're a bit older and start to engage with the world...
Shayla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Olivia F.


New York, NY

$15-40/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher And Care Giver

Hi! My name is Olivia. I am a young teacher who is looking for a nannying position. I have a background in Psychology and Education. I currently work in an Early Childhood Program teaching a class of toddlers. I have worked in many schools both teaching and assisting children of various ages. I also have tons of experience...
Olivia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Eileen V.


New York, NY

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Eileen. I have been babysitting since I was 12, and I volunteered for two years at a day care for children of all needs ages 3 months-4 years. I also interned for a month in a first grade classroom at Highlands Elementary School. I was the director of the 3-6 age group for a summer camp just outside of Boston,...
Eileen can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Mary Catherine B.


New York, NY

$17-40/hr4 yrs exp

Responsible, Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight And Weekend Babysitting Jobs

I'm energetic, dependable and professional. I grew up helping my mom watch my three younger siblings. I continued to babysit and assist families with chores and any other tasks throughout college. I have experience teaching sports to children with special needs as well as helping tutor children with learning disabilities. Also,...
Mary Catherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Colleen T.


New York, NY

$25-35/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny With Child Care Facility Experience

My name is Colleen and I would love for you to consider me as your future Nanny. I have recent childcare work experience in Pre-K care, kindergarten care, and nannying. I greatly enjoyed aiding however, I would like to return to nannying this year. My most recent nannying job was for 3 years with family of two awesome boys aged...
Colleen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi! I'm Hannah. I am 24 years old and currently live in Chicago. I have looked after children all my life, whether helping my parents out with my younger sister or babysitting for neighbors. I have experience with children ranging in age from infants to teens. I have a younger cousin with autism and my sister is hard of hearing,...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi! I'm Chloe and I'm 20 years old. I attend Pace University and study psychology! I'm a fun, caring, and attentive sitter with flexible hours. I am available to help with homework, cooking, you name it! I love animals so pets are never a problem. I have experience tutoring and working with special needs kids as well. References...
Chloe can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Anya M.


New York, NY

$20-30/hr9 yrs exp

Anya M. Educator And Native New York

Hi, I'm Anya! Growing up in a family of teachers, I always had an affinity to work with children. I'm a reliable, flexible, and caring sitter. I have been a babysitter for over 6 years and a teacher for 4 years for children ages 3 - 17 years old. I have experience working with children who have special needs and I am currently...
Anya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Taryn T.


New York, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Play Is Our Brain's Favorite Way To Learn. I Can Help! ISO F/T Position.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a certified occupational therapy assistant (COTA) and full time nanny! I have extensive experience working with NYC, mainly UWS, families. Because of my OT and nanny experience, I am able to facilitate a rich learning environment that is fun. After all, the best kind of learning comes from play! *At the moment I am...
Taryn can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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"Taryn is a charming and magnificent person. She's not only friendly, but smart and talented. Definitely the best!"

Edwin F.

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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 173 reviews of the 544 listed special needs caregivers.