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546 special needs caregivers are listed in New York, NY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in New York, NY

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Juana J.


New York, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Senior Aide And Child Care For The Last 10 Years .

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My name is Juana Heredia Espinal i've been nanny and senior aide for about 10 years reference proved CPR training special needs kids experience babies experience . im loving Silly and very caring babysitter, nanny. I have experience with newborn, special needs kids I have a good reference and I have Mandated Reporter Training,...
Juana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Rebecca C.


New York, NY

$10-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

I am a young professional who absolutely adores kids! I m looking to babysit evenings after work and occasionally on weekends. I may not have professional nanny experience, but I absolutely adore children! I have experience babysitting children of all ages for friends and family members. In addition, I used to work in my...
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Charlotte W.


New York, NY

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter And Loves Children

Hello! I am currently working/living in the city and looking for some after work/weekend work. I grew up with my mom nannying in the house so I have been around children my entire life. I started taking care of children on my own when I was about 13 and have continued through high school and college. I have taken care of all...
Charlotte can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Elizabeth R.


New York, NY

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Seasoned & Energetic Caregiver In NYC!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

NYU grad student with over 11 years in childcare. I have worked with over 15 families with needs ranging from: mentorship, after school tutoring, newborn care, supporting children with special needs and helping families seeking house management and/or personal assistance. I am also a certified yoga teacher, skilled tennis...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Bethany B.


New York, NY

$19/hr • 8 yrs exp

I was a lifeguard and have had red cross certification. I was a competitive swimmer and have had WSI training so I can teach swim lessons of any level. I have been playing Violin for 11 years and can teach beginner violin I can also help with music theory. I am currently a college student at New York Conservatory of Dramatic...
Bethany can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Yaren C.


New York, NY

$30-45/hr • 4 yrs exp

I am a former French teacher from Turkey with over four years of childcare experience, including one and a half years in the United States. I've had the rewarding opportunity to work with children of various ages, adapting my teaching background to support their learning and development. Currently, I care for two children, aged...
Yaren can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kara M.


New York, NY

$17/hr • 4 yrs exp

Kara

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Kara, I'm a New York City native seeking a babysitting/nanny opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm currently a student at Hunter college hoping to pursue a career in nursing. As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. My child care experience expands across all age groups...
Kara can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Yesi C.


New York, NY

$33-38/hr • 3 yrs exp

Yesi

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with a genuine passion for helping children learn, grow, and develop. I have 3 years of experience caring for children of all ages, and I'm known for my patience, creativity, and ability to make learning fun. I'm a firm believer in open communication and partnership with...
Yesi can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jelena G.


New York, NY

$21-35/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hi - Get To Know Me Below!

I am a recent college graduate looking for a part-time position to support me during my internship at the United Nations. I absolutely love children, pets and anything family-related. I have worked as a special needs caregiver for 7 years, alongside several other childcare positions. I also have much experience with...
Jelena can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
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Chloe D.


New York, NY

$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

As a childcare provider, I'm motivated by the desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children and support families. With four years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to preteens. I'm known for my calm and patient demeanor, as well as my creativity and imagination. I take...
Chloe can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Janay M.


New York, NY

$28/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a nurturing caregiver with a passion for child development and a bachelors degree in Psychology. I'm dedicated to supporting families and fostering the growth of young minds. My eight years of experience include caring for children with special needs and adults with dementia, which has deepened my understanding of human...
Janay can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alana B.


New York, NY

$28/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Household Manager

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dear New York Families, I am a seasoned nanny and former teacher with over a decade of experience working with children, including seven years as a dedicated nanny. I hold a BA in Education and an AS in Psychology, and I am certified in CPR and First Aid, including infant care. My experience spans all age groups, including...
Alana can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Marian W.


New York, NY

$30/hr • 9 yrs exp

I'm an experienced, patient, and nurturing caregiver who's passionate about helping children learn and grow. I've been working with children for over nine years, and I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. I have a strong educational background, and I'm certified in First Aid, CPR, and as a...
Marian can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Gillian B.


New York, NY

$22-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

I've spent the past 5 years nurturing children's growth and development in childcare roles, where my passion for caring for kids truly flourished. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love engaging children with games that promote learning, such as educational board games and puzzles. I also grew up with 4 brothers, all...
Gillian can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Shackera M.


New York, NY

$25-30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hha Caregiver

Am also a certified chef I have 9 years am more experience as a HHA and caregiver I have experience with persons Parkinson's Disease and Dementia I do live in and hourly am a very hard working young lady I enjoy working with the elderly people.. I also have experience with special needs and babysitting too..
Shackera can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Trustline Certified

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Yared C.


New York, NY

$25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Lovely And Active Nanny

- CPR Certificate - Fully-Vaccinated - Pet-Friendly - Bilingual (Spanish/English) - Non-smoker - Special needs - Many references -Experience from newborns to teenagers -+6 years experience
Yared can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Ellie T.


New York, NY

$20/hr • 7 yrs exp

I am a mother of 4-year-old twin boys (special needs) and a 15-year-old boy as well. As a caregiver with many years of experience, I have a passion for nurturing and supporting families. My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered the profound joy of positively impacting children's...
Ellie can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
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Kristina R.


New York, NY

$25-45/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Kristina from Miami, FL! I studied Music Business/Music Therapy at Berklee College of Music, and recently moved to the city for my Master's degree. Beyond music, I love childcare and supporting families. My experience began with my special-needs cousin, teaching me patience and adaptability. In high school, I worked with...
Kristina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Deborah B.


New York, NY

$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Provider And Tutor With A UCLA Child Development Background

Please to meet you, I'm a UCLA graduate with a BA in Psychology pursuing my Masters in Social Work. I have over five years of childcare experience and have worked as a full-time nanny, after-school caregiver and tutor, special needs tutor. I'm passionate about creating a safe, fun, and enriching environment for children, with...
Deborah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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Maria T.


New York, NY

$16-21/hr

Open Assistance As With Caregiving For Elderly And People With Special Needs

I am also open to assisting in care with the elderly, as it is a field I would like to go into, I plan to pursue a CNA certification. For now I do not have a license and also do not yet have experience, so I can only assist with chores, as well as light care and providing companionship.
Maria can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care

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

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in New York, NY are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 193 reviews of the 546 listed special needs caregivers.