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575 special needs caregivers are listed in New York, NY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in New York, NY

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Todd C.


New York, NY

$25/hr1 yrs exp

Male Masters Of Social Work Student

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Hello! I'm a current graduate student at the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College as part of my path to becoming a psychotherapist. I love sports, board games, reading, and art. I have extensive experience working with kids with special needs, including as a volunteer in the Best Buddies program, as a counselor at a...
Todd can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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Morgan B.


New York, NY

$24-50/hr4 yrs exp

As a caregiver, my passion lies in positively impacting children's lives and supporting families. With four years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for up to two children of varying age groups. My high school years were dedicated to working with children with special needs, and I've also assisted with after-school care and...
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Sierra S.


New York, NY

$27/hr3 yrs exp

Just A Big Kid Adult That Loves Spongebob, Disney Movies And Barbie Lol <3

I am 27 yrs old. I absolutely adore kiddos, being that I am the oldest sibling of two others. I was basically the second mom to my little brother and sister who is 10-14 yrs apart in age, so I matured pretty fast because I had to help my mom. Not complaining though! ;) they were and are the best being that I am very protective...
Sierra can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hi, I'm currently a management consultant for government consulting here in DC. I have experience working with kids for over eight years with some past experience working with special needs kids specifically as well. I would love to help out and am able to transport myself.
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. After past positive experiences babysitting, especially for children with special needs, I decided to start babysitting again to work through college. I'm a friendly, approachable, and artsy individual with a unique ability to connect with children. For...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Mary Catherine B.


New York, NY

$15-40/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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Saily F.


New York, NY

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Hey! My Name Is Saily

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hey! My name is Saily I'm currently attending Lehman College and majoring in nursing. Throughout high school I took a two year course to achieve my Childhood Development Association certification and am in the process of finishing it. I am bilingual, I speak, read, and write fluently in Spanish as well as in English. I have been...
Saily can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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Caterina T.


New York, NY

$23/hr7 yrs exp

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Caterina and I'm 25! I studied Education/English at Rider University and Vocal Performance at Westminster Choir College. I work part-time at MSG but it's very flexible. I have been babysitting since I was around 14 years old and that includes infants, children with special needs, and allergies. I have experience...
Caterina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Hi my name is jahirah and I think I would be a great fit for this nanny position! I've been in the childcare field for 7 years working with children from ages infant-13. I have worked in an early intervention program working one to one with 2-4-year-old non verbal children with special needs and an after school/summer camp...
Jahirah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Anastasiya Y.


New York, NY

$15-18/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! I Grew Up And Live Here In NYC. I Am A Finance Major At Pace University

Hi! I'm Anastasiya. I am currently a college student at Pace University studying Finance. I have worked with children my entire life. I volunteered at a daycare for a few summers, babysat for many family friends, and have volunteered with young children and with kids that have special needs all throughout high school. One thing...
Anastasiya can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
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Tsehai W.


New York, NY

$20-35/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Tsehai (pronounced sa-hi) and I'm a 22-year-old living in nyc. I have over 9 years of child care experience. Including live in nannying, working with children that have special needs, and infant care. I have worked with children of all ages. I love doing any activity your child loves and that keeps them...
Tsehai can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Tara T.


New York, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

FABULOUS, EXPERIENCED, EXPERT SITTER AND TUTOR

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I look forward to hearing from you about childcare and/or tutoring. ***HOURLY RATE for CHILD CARE $25-35*** TUTORING RATES are higher **I Will Do My Best To Work With Your Budget** Rate May Differ if Tutoring is Involved * Over 15 Years of Experience * College Graduate * Native English Speaker * Special Needs * Gifted and...
Tara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

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Lexi B.


New York, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have 10+ years of experience caring for children from infants through middle school, as well as non-verbal adults with special needs. I also tutor in math and have certifications to teach swim lessons. I have created scavenger hunts, games and crafts with children to entertain off screens. I am available for a regular nanny...
Lexi can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
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Erin C.


New York, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hi there! I am Erin - I am 26 years old and began using Care when I was just 16. I gained most of my childcare experience through after-care, and summer nanny jobs for all types of families from special needs to families of 5 children. I live in the area of Manhattan. While I work remotely in brand marketing for a popular...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Anna G.


New York, NY

$14-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver (taught Children For Over Six Years) Available For Babysitting

I worked as a summer nanny from ages 15-22 for children of all ages. I also volunteered internationally with children in orphanages as a caregiver and teacher. Experience with working with children with special needs. Worked as an Au pair in Spain and then became a certified English teacher where I taught with children of all...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

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Manuela R.


New York, NY

$16-35/hr7 yrs exp

.

Hi, My name is Manuela. I have 7 years of experience, I have also patience to work with special needs kids, I can help them with swimming classes, teach them Spanish and German, I am also a pianist and a piano teacher I can give your kids piano lessons, teach them about history, science, do educational crafts with them, I can do...
Manuela can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Hope G.


New York, NY

$30-40/hr8 yrs exp

Interactive, Fun And Reliable Sitter With Teaching Experience!

Hello! I am currently a graduate student pursuing my Masters in Social Work with a concentration in clinical child psychology at Silberman School of Social Work. In 2020 I graduated with my Bachelors in Psychology with a concentration in early childhood education. My love for childcare started in middle school when I nannied...
Hope can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Marisa K.


New York, NY

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

Friendly Grad Student Nanny

I have experience sitting for a wide range of children. I enjoy creating special, educational experiences for the kids I nanny. I am comfortable working with multiples and children with special needs, and I am happy to help with housework and cooking. I have a BFA in Digital Art from Bowling Green State University. I am...
Marisa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Miranda W.


New York, NY

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter And Tutor

Hello! My name is Miranda; I am an 18-year-old gap-year student preparing to attend Yale University in the fall. I love working with kids; I have volunteered with, tutored, and babysat children ages 5-13 for over five years, including those with special needs. I am compassionate, patient, energetic, responsible, outdoors-loving,...
Miranda can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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 170 reviews of the 575 listed special needs caregivers.