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Find special needs caregivers in Port Jefferson Station, NY that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Port Jefferson Station, NY

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Port Jefferson Station, NY

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Dawn R.


Sound Beach, NY

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Teacher's Assistant For 25 Years Looking For Part-Time Work After School Hours.

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I have been a Special Education teacher's assistant for 32 years. I have had experience with all different age groups with a variety of special needs. I have cared for many families children. Recently I worked for a family for 6 years. The children are older now and I am looking to provide care for another families children and...
Dawn can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

I have worked with all ages and all different types of disabilities. I have been apart of clubs, worked at camps and other experiences. I have family members with disabilities, so I understand the need for proper care.
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Jolene B.


Mount Sinai, NY

$28/hr • 7 yrs exp

I am passionate about providing attentive and compassionate care for individuals with special needs. I have personal experience caring for my 10-year-old brother-in-law, who has autism. Through this experience, I have developed patience, adaptability, and strong communication skills to meet his unique needs. I focus on creating...
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Dawn R.


Sound Beach, NY

$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

I have just retired after working as a special education teaching assistant for 33 years. I have experience working with children of all ages that have different needs. I am mom of three wonderful kids and one dogs. I have cared for children in their home setting for many years as well. I am looking to remain active in...
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Angela V.


Holbrook, NY

$17-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider And IDD Care Manager

I have 1 year of experience working with the IDD population. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support. I have a Master's degree in Psychology, and I worked my way through college and graduate school as a professional Nanny. My current full time job is providing Care Management services to people of all ages who are...
Hello I am Kate. I am in my junior year of college going to school for rehabilitation, looking forward to going to grad school for ABA and Special Ed.. At school I work for Down syndrome students and Autistic student who go to the college. At school I work 20 hours a week with these students. I am also in a club at school for...
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Vera M.


Coram, NY

$19/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Have So Much Love To Show

I have been working with people with special needs for 25 years. I also have a daughter who is autistic. I am reliable and a hard worker. I currently work in Com Hab helping people with special needs with daily living skills. I love what I do, helping people is my passion. I have been a Direct Support Professional for 26 years,...
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Christine P.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Avid Prospect

My experience with children includes assisting in first grade classrooms, babysitting, and also child development courses through my psychology minor. I am primarily available on weekday evenings and weekends. I also assist special needs adults on weekends as needed. I also help with meal prep, light cleaning, help with pets,...
Christine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
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Afeisha S.


Coram, NY

$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced And Compassionate Child Caregiver

Hi! My name is Afeisha, a proud mom of two beautiful kids with many bonus babies as well. I have worked with kids, including some with special needs for more than 10 years, and I love what I do and am dedicated to every family I work with. I've had the chance to work in homes and in the classroom as a lead infant teacher....
Afeisha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Amanda M.


Holbrook, NY

$17-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

I have experience working with individuals with autism ages 7 to 22. I have worked with two higher need individuals with autism, 21 and 22 years old- this included making sure that they took their medicine, baking with them, watching movies and drawing, as well as transporting them to and supervising them at social events (i. e....
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Cynthia D.


Selden, NY

$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Great With Kiddos

Hello I am Cynthia. I am 25 years old almost 26 and a mommy of 2 amazing babies. I have a 2-year-old and a 4-month-old who I prefer to take with me if possible. I have been babysitting for 10 years and I have experience with multiples as I have babysat for twins/triplets. I also have experience with special needs kids because my...
Cynthia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Stephanie N.


Farmingville, NY

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Teaching Assistant Looking For After School Work.

Hi my name is Stephanie and I am a special needs teaching assistant. I have been working for Western Suffolk BOCES for the last 10 years and I love it. I have worked with infants all the way up to the age of 16. I love that I can make a difference in the lives of the children that I work with.
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Melissa M.


Saint James, NY

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Available

I am available for recurring jobs or one time sittings. I am active and involved when caring for children. I keep up with high energy kids. I strive to create a safe but fun environment while keeping your child on schedule. I have over 10 years of experience from being a nanny to a caregiver for special needs children with...
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Saima N.


Holbrook, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Patient And Well Experienced Nanny/babysitter

I have a very long personal and professional experience providing care to children of all ages. I also have experience in special needs and disability as well as senior care. I would love to share more about it if you are interested.
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Hope V.


Selden, NY

$20-27/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have worked as self direction staff through the agency halo network inc. but am open to working for a new agency.
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Cassandra W.


Medford, NY

$18-23/hr • 5 yrs exp

My Bio

My name Cassandra W., I have been working for Eastern Suffolk Boces for 5 years, and children are my absolute passion. I work at an elementary school and work with children with autism, ADHD, aspergers, behavioral, etc.. I am very energetic, very positive, uplifting, enjoy what I do. I take care of children like they are my own....
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Julian P.


Coram, NY

$23/hr • 3 yrs exp

As a friendly and nurturing caregiver with over 3 years of childcare experience, I am passionate about supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option for them. My experience includes caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I am comfortable enforcing household rules while following the parents'...
Julian can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jilana C.


Nesconset, NY

$17-22/hr • 3 yrs exp

I am currently a college student. I have been babysitting since I was around 15 years old and I have experience with babysitting a wide range of ages as well as babysitting special needs children. I am extremely friendly, loving, responsible, and patient.
Jilana can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jordan P.


Stony Brook, NY

$20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi all!! My name is Jordan and I'm 20 years old currently studying at Binghamton University, pursuing a degree in psychology. I am interested in pursuing a career in school psychology, or working with individuals and children with disabilities. I am very patient, compassionate, outgoing, reliable, hard-working, and very eager to...
Jordan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Crystal W.


Selden, NY

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

I currently work for UCP (United Cerebral Palsy) in Hauppaug. June 30 2014- present. I have work on day treatment side assisting with feeding and toileting for the first 4 years the last year I moved to day rehabilitation side also assisting with feeding and toileting. In 2019 I transferred and I am currently working as the...

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