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547 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
5.0
(1)
Hello there!
I'm an English and Portuguese Teacher from Brazil, and I've just relocated back to the U. S. I absolutely love working with kids and I look forward connecting with you.
- Previous English/Portuguese Teacher in Brazil.
- Four years of experience as a nanny in NYC - great references.
- Two Bachelor's degrees:...
Leticia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We had several wonderful nannies over the years as my daughter was growing up but Leticia (Ticia) was by far the best!! She was my daughter's caretaker for four years starting when she was 9 years old.
I cannot say enough positive things about Ticia. She is a...
Debra R.
Haley K.
New York, NY
$20-25/hr
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Haley cared for our special needs 13 year old on very short notice. She was amiable, competent, kind, caring, and knowledgeable. Our teen is severely disabled and requires constant one-to-one attention. Haley was more than up to the task. Highly recommended!"
Kathleen V.
Rachel S.
New York, NY
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Warm, Loving & Dependable Babysitter/Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Rachel, I am a born & raised Buffalonian with a heart as big as my loud Italian family! I come from a long line of caregivers so childcare has always felt like a part of my blood rather than an acquired skill. I began babysitting at age 13 and have since worked in many different childcare settings, providing me a...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"When my sitter cancelled I needed help fast, and Rachel saved the day. She showed up quickly and was a pro taking care of 5-week-old son; he was so happy in her care. We would love for Rachel to help our family again!"
Lauren H.
Bhavani P.
New York, NY
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I work full time in Management Consulting and saving up for a wedding and trying to grow our network and community and would love to get to know you/your loved ones. have experience babysitting children between the ages of 3 months to teenagers over the last couple of decades. I have prior experience with providing care for...
Bhavani can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children since I was 13. I have extensive experience with children with special needs. ! I am currently looking for after school and recurring weekend/date night babysitting jobs in and around Cambridge! I am also available for tutoring or direct instruction/homework help for an additional fee. I have had...
Kelsey can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kelsey is warm and friendly. My daughter took to her immediately. Kelsey was attentive to her and played developmental games with her. She did a great job and she made a great first impression.
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Jay M.
Kiera M.
New York, NY
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mental Health Therapist/Nanny Available For Part Time Positions
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Kiera. I am a Mental Health Therapist/nanny living in Manasquan, NJ. My experience includes age ranges from 3 m/o-preteens. While completing my undergraduate degree, I worked in Hamden, CT where I specialized in working with infants (5 m/o-2 y/o), as well as preschoolers (3-4 y/o). During my summers in...
Kiera can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kiera is absolutely phenomenal and we love her dearly! She tamed my wild and independent 8yo who drove crazy two other nannies. Our 3yo could not wait for Kiera to come in the morning. He is usually very attached to me, but with Kiera he could care less about...
Irina Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Ali and I am a 32-year-old special education teacher. I have my graduate degree in Elementary Education and Special Education, as well as a master's in Curriculum and Instruction. I have had babysitting experience since I was in 6th grade, including full-time nannying positions over many summers. My mother also...
Ali can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Ali first babysat for our son when he was 3 months old. She's the first babysitter we ever left him with, and I could not have felt more instantly comfortable. She's warm and enthusiastic, and our son took to her immediately. She continued to babysit for us off and...
Katie L.
Maria P.
New York, NY
$17-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
I first discovered my fondness for children when my mother started babysitting in our home. As I watched the children grow, so too did my admiration. When I moved out of my family home for college, I immediately got a job babysitting. During my studies, I also worked with and cared for special needs children at the Florida...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Maria is a sweet, loving, caring, responsible nanny. My daughter was always taken care of and I felt safe every time she was around. Maria has so many qualities that it is a blessing to have her as a nanny."
Gabriela G.
Gabriela J.
New York, NY
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, guys!
I'm Gabriela, Brazilian, and I'm 35 years old. I am graduated in Languages and I have also graduated in psychology in 2021. I have an extended experience with kids from 2 months old to 11 years old, as a teacher and also as a nanny. Since I have several years of experience in the education area, including experience...
Gabriela can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Gabriela was excellent with our baby, very reliable and eager to help. Strongly recommend."
Shaun M.
4.0
(1)
Hi! I have been babysitting for the past 16 years. I am local to Tribeca (10013) and a native New Yorker.
I love children and am great with all ages. I have a specialty in special needs as I have two nephews that are autistic. I am looking forward to meeting you! Feel free to ask me any specific questions.
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
4.0
"We were unable to use Erin because our kids weren't feeling well when we booked her. However, she was very easy to contact and wonderful with her follow up. I would definitely try to get in touch with her again."
Michelle V.
5.0
(3)
Hi there! My name is Cameron, and I have over 11 years of experience in babysitting. I am based in the UES and looking for a part time gig.
I have worked as a teacher for 3+ years, having earned my Masters in Teaching for Social Studies Education Grades 7-12. Prior to my work in the high school setting, I was an assistant...
Cameron can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Hilda was in good hands. Cameron knew just how to manage her temperament- Hilda and Cameron were buds! They spent most afternoons during the week together, getting homework done & going to the park. Cameron is a trustworthy support."
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Christine W.
New York, NY
$30-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm Too Young To Have Kids, But Children Are The Source Of My Joy!!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enter every room with love and grace! Happy to bring ease to your life and help however I can! I'm a 24-year-old musical theatre actor living in Hamilton Heights. I've spent my entire life working with children, through camp counseling, teaching, and primarily babysitting. Additionally, I have four years of experience of...
Christine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Christine for a week when our usual nanny was on vacation. She was fantastic. She made a quick bond with the kids and they easily felt comfortable with her. She handled pick ups, driving to activities, dinner, laundry and baths for the kids without any...
Caroline H.
Bora Z.
New York, NY
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Outgoing Young Professional With Years Of Childcare And Teaching Experience
5.0
(1)
I am a young professional living in Brooklyn and am currently in a career transitional period. While I am applying to grad school, I am looking for a preferably consistent role caring for children, although I am open to one-time opportunities at well. I have been caring for children of varying ages for 10 years now. I have...
Bora can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Bora is such was a fantastic nanny to our one year old son. She is super sweet, kind, very gentle and patient. It's a shame we had to move and no longer could work with her. Our son misses her so much and so do we!"
Ornela G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Loving, Caring, Experienced woman. I have worked in childcare all my life. I have 3 grown children, of my own. My oldest son is Autistic, I have experience with children that have special needs. I have an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked in a private day care, in the city of New York. I have...
Edra can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She took great care of our 7yo son during after school hours for a year. Amicable and extremely patient, helped with 1st grade homework. Good family values. Punctual, 100% reliable. Also helped us with with tidying up and cleaning. Bilingual Spanish English. Highly...
Fabiola B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Liza and I am a doctoral candidate at Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology. I have babysat and nannied children from infancy to high school for the past nine years. I absolutely love working with kids, whether it's babysitting, working as a camp counselor, tutoring, or working with special needs students. I have...
Liza can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Liza a few weeks ago to care for our daughter 1.5 days a week while I sleep between work shifts. Liza has a thorough resume of experience and is skilled with children. She is professional, punctual, organized, honest, kind and flexible. I can tell that...
Loren W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Professional childcare provider with over 10 years of experience in fully-staffed estates seeking a full time, long term (live in/live out) career-nanny/management position in the Tri-State Area. Working as a governess is something I am truly passionate about, and believe it is my life's calling. That is why I am moving back to...
Hayley can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hayley worked for us years ago for a very early before-care situation. Prior to meeting Hayley, we'd been hard-pressed to keep a sitter in this position...the before-dawn start time just proved too difficult for most and they either quit after a few weeks or had to...
Theresa C.
3.7
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with kids of all abilities and disabilities for 10 years. I was employed as a caregiver for children with severe special needs for 4 years. Now, I am hoping to continue working with children of all levels!
Grace can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Very warm and friendly, like we already knew her!"
Jennifer S.
Sarah W.
New York, NY
$35/hr • 20 yrs exp
Masters-Educated Exceptional Child Care Provider With 20 Years Of Diverse Experience
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Experienced and masters-educated child care provider with 20 years of experience providing exceptional supervision and compassionate guidance for children from infant to pre-teen.
Positions includes live-in and live-out nanny, traveling nanny, teacher, camp counselor, camp arts director, child bereavement counselor, and...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is a hard working, caring and loving person. She is someone I can always rely on and I never worry about leaving kids with her. I would recommend her to any and everyone. She is fun and creative but also sets rules that make the environment safe and fun as...
Erin M.
Rafaella V.
New York, NY
$17-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Bilingual And Flexible Nanny/sitter Available ( Also For Short Term/temp/temporary/holiday Jobs)
4.8
(5)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Bilingual and flexible nanny/sitter available!
Note: I'm currently looking for temp/temporary/short-term nanny position for the summer.
Hi! (: My name is Rafaella, I'm 26 years old and I'm a medical student. I'm currently living in Upper West Side. I have experience working with children at different ages and also working with...
Rafaella can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rafaella is a literal angel. My son is obsessed with her! She kept my son active and engaged with activities. She's very caring and affectionate and I would 100% hire again."
Julia F.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in New York, NY
Leticia S.
5.0
We had several wonderful nannies over the years as my daughter was growing up but Leticia (Ticia) was by far the best!! She was my daughter's caretaker for four years starting when she was 9 years old.
I cannot say enough positive things about Ticia. She is a mature, reliable, warm young woman who...
- Debra R.
Haley K.
5.0
Haley cared for our special needs 13 year old on very short notice. She was amiable, competent, kind, caring, and knowledgeable. Our teen is severely disabled and requires constant one-to-one attention. Haley was more than up to the task. Highly recommended!
- Kathleen V.
Rachel S.
5.0
When my sitter cancelled I needed help fast, and Rachel saved the day. She showed up quickly and was a pro taking care of 5-week-old son; he was so happy in her care. We would love for Rachel to help our family again!
- Lauren H.
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.
Kelsey N.
5.0
Kelsey is warm and friendly. My daughter took to her immediately. Kelsey was attentive to her and played developmental games with her. She did a great job and she made a great first impression.
- Jay M.
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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 547 listed special needs caregivers.