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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Oceanside, NY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Oceanside, NY

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Valentina B.


Levittown, NY

$21-27/hr1 yrs exp

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I worked for AHRC as a direct support professional and worked with elderly people with special needs. I worked in a group home and did house work and personal care like bathing and dressing. I work well with older people as well;
Valentina can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning
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Kristen F.


Garden City, NY

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Caring And Fun Sitter!

I have many years of experience with children including summer camps, babysitting, tutoring, and working with children with special needs. I love creating a fun and caring environment for kids!
Kristen can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
I'd describe my personality as bubbly and trust worthy because being a teacher as well can be just as exciting ! I like working with kids because it gives them a sense of comfort in and out of their home. In a daycare setting even if they have loving families home, else where they are very nurtured and cared for. I'm looking...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Rose H.


Far Rockaway, NY

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Professional Sitter That Knows How To Create Long Lasting Memories

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Newborns to pre teens I also have experience with special needs kids I also worked in daycares an private homes .
Rose can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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Caitlin G.


Levittown, NY

$17-50/hr2 yrs exp

Hi my name is Caitlin, I am 22 and have 3 younger brothers who I have helped my single mom raise over the course of many years. My youngest sibling has Autism as well, so if needed I am experienced with special needs children. I have also watched my friends pets (2 dogs) while their families are on vacation. Additionally, I have...
Caitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Malika J.


Elmont, NY

$30-35/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a loving and patient nanny/Doula with four years of experience. I have extensive background and training in dealing with children, Special need (Autism and behavioral issues). As perviously a Child Protective Specialist. Supported with a bachelors degree in counseling. I focused on child care and health, supported by a...
Malika can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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"I am thrilled to share my experience with Malika, who has been an exceptional caregiver. From the very beginning, it was clear that she is someone who genuinely cares about the well-being of those she looks after. Malika consistently demonstrates a remarkable...

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Sophia C.


Rockville Centre, NY

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Kind Hearted, Sweet Nanny Seeking New Family!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi parents! My name is Sophia, and I'm looking for a family to connect with! I've been working with children since about my freshman year of high school which already feels like forever ago. I worked closely with the special education department at my high school and helped to create a theatre program specifically for students...
Sophia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
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Jenna R.


Levittown, NY

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have babysat for family, family friends and neighbors all throughout high school. The kids I babysat went from elementary school to middle school! I am now a teacher aide through Nassau BOCES. I work with special needs kids from all over the spectrum at my current school! I am currently looking for a summer job!
Jenna can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
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Cassidy N.


Bellmore, NY

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Smile Creator

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently attending New York University, earning my masters in Drama Therapy with a concentration in children with neurological disabilities. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old. I have experience with school pick-ups and drop-offs, errand running and late nights/date nights. I worked as a camp counselor for 6...
Cassidy can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Nigeria W.


Uniondale, NY

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Helpful Caregiver

I am an experienced professional who has worked with Special needs population for over 20 years, additionally I have worked with patients with Dementia/CP. I have my own car and I am trained in CPR, First Aid, and AED. I have my own transportation. I graduated with a BA on Psychology from Hofstra University. I am willing to...
Nigeria can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, transportation, respite care, light cleaning & more
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Laurie P.


Floral Park, NY

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable

I've been working with the disabled community for over 18 years. I am CPR certified. I am kind and responsible. I am looking for a few overnight shifts.
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Brianna B.


Merrick, NY

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

I am currently a second year grad student working towards earning my masters degree in Social Work. I am currently looking for a part time nanny/babysitting job. I am very experienced and have spent most of my life working with children. I have worked as a babysitter/nanny for over 10 years and worked at a camp for several...
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Lynette F.


Wantagh, NY

$18-23/hr6 yrs exp

Companion

Senior caregiver for over 15 yrs. Very compassionate, energetic, with car. Looking for pt the evenings of mon, we'd possibly thurs 6-10 p.m. and every other Sunday
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Erica H.


Williston Park, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I am a hardworking, organized, and kind person who loves kids and animals. My passion is helping people, which is what brought me into the education profession. I am a certified teacher in English/Language Arts, Social Studies, and Special Education with 15 years of experience. I especially love helping families develop routines...
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Maura L.


Massapequa, NY

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Care Taker

Hello :) I am from Long Island with several years of experience caring for children (with & without special needs), seniors, & pets. This has been my passion. I enjoy working with both people and animals, having worked in schools, behavioral centers, out in the community, & homes. Please feel free to reach out / contact me! I...
Maura can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Grace S.


Garden City, NY

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Grace! I'm 19 years old and I'm from Nassau county. I have just finished my freshman year of college as a special education major. I am looking for a babysitting job and have experience in the following: coaching cheerleading, special needs care (includes swimming supervision, crafts, etc), caring for pets and normal...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

A warm, caring and nurturing nanny. Bringing strong passion for children with 10 years experience working for the Dept of Ed. early childhood development and special education. Highly motivated, well organized, with the ability to communicate effectively. Quick thinking with a practical common sense approach to managing...
I have taken classes on special needs children and autism spectrum disorder during my time in college.
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Aileen R.


Atlantic Beach, NY

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Weekend Caregiver Available

I am excited to enter the field of senior care. I have experience working with adults with special needs and I think my experience will translate well into this field. I am capable of handling all activities of daily living and I am very patient. I cannot wait to meet new clients and form great relationships!
Aileen can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
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Danielle B.


Queens Village, NY

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I enjoy taking care of children. As well as educating children. I am a loving, caring and nurturing person. I have 7 years of experience working with children. I currently work as a teacher's assistant for the department of education. I have experience working with children of the ages 5-14, and I have experience working with...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep

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