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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Port Washington, NY
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years
Special needs caregivers in Port Washington, NY
Juana P.
Port Washington, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as flexible, and understanding. I like working with kids because they're fun, easy going and super cute, I started working with children when I was 21 years old with my own family and friends. I had my son at the age of 23, Now I'm 33 years old and my son is 10 ( best years of my life ). With the time...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Juana has been working with us for several months. She is extremely responsible in caring for both our 1 1/2 year old and 5 year. She is active, attentive, caring and patient. We cannot recommend her highly enough! "
Amanda Z.
Hello, I'm Juana I described my personality as compassionate, understanding and outgoing. I have 13+ years of experience working with kids with special needs providing excellent care and companionship to those who need it.
Hi, my name is Vanessa I have 25 years old, I live in Port Washington, I'm a very friendly person, I love to take care other people, my family always teach me to respect the other, and I know everyone deserves respect and confidence. I'm a very organized person, I like to follow schedules and I'm always open to help with the...
I am 26 years old and work in Wantagh as a special ed 1:1 aide in a mostly all non verbal classroom. I work with special needs and disabilities of all kinds and am not shy! I'm very warm and comforting. I have a lot of patience and compassion which I find to be super important. I am a gentle soul and works been my safe haven. I...
Hello, my prefered name is Ellis and my pronouns are he/him. I am very good with kids and animals. I am accepting of everyone. I have about eight years of experience babysitting children from the ages of 1-12 years old. I worked at a camp called camp horseability for two years. There I worked with kids with special needs. I love...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Luciana A.
Port Washington, NY
$23-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a friendly and outgoing childcare provider with over three years of experience. I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option. I'm always respectful of the children in my care. I'm also very responsible and hardworking.
I'm comfortable caring for children of all ages, and I'm experienced...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
I have several years of experience caring for children from 18-months and up. I am comfortable with food prep, laundry, transportation, diapers/potty assistance, playtime/crafts, etc. I love kids and have a lot of experience with special needs.
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Hello!!
My name is Morgen. I'm a 19-year-old college student taking the semester off and am looking for work opportunities while I'm home. I have over five years of babysitting experience and have spent two summers working as a camp counselor. I also have experience working with children with special needs. Additionally, I have...
Morgen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Dominique K.
Port Washington, NY
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Teacher, Caretaker, Swim Instructor Seeking Positions
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am interested in opportunities to work with children. The social, educational, emotional milestones in childhood development are wonderful to partake in. My experiences with each stage of life, birth through teenagers, are rewarding and fulfilling. In addition to nannying/babysitting, I have experiences that strengthen my...
Dominique can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I've been working with children since I was about 12 years old in several different environments. I have 20 years experience babysitting and about 8 years experience working in education. I have my bachelors in early childhood education and my masters degree in special education. I have a 3-year-old daughter with special needs...
Dani can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Juana P.
Port Washington, NY
$25-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Juana. I describe myself as compassionate, outgoing, flexible and understanding individual. I have one year of experience working with adults individuals with special needs and 13 years working with kids with special needs. I specialize in providing personalized care to help those I work with live more...
Juana can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My deep-rooted love and dedication to nurturing children have been integral to my life's journey from a young age. I aspire to not only provide exceptional care but also foster an environment where children thrive and flourish. With over 7 years of hands-on experience as a nanny, I've honed invaluable qualities including...
Lia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lia is incredibly joyful, open, and has a knack for quickly establishing a connection with children. From the first moment my little one saw her, she was immediately drawn to Lia, leading her to play and having a blast the entire time they spent together. Lia is...
Aleksandr M.
5.0
(1)
My mom was ill with cancer. I was with her & took care of her the entire time.
I have worked with children & adults with special needs for over 12 years.
Shannon C.
Bronx, NY
$19-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started caring for people with special needs in 2017, when I began working as a Direct Support Professional, in group homes, day habs, etc.
In my spare time, I like to read books, research all about skincare and binge watch my favorite shows.
One thing you should know about me is I'm very chill, patient, and empathetic!
My...
5.0
"Shannon was punctual, communicated with my nurses and me in a timely manner and I found her to be extremely dependable. I trusted her to help me while I was recovering from surgery. A+"
Stacey G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Crystal and I'm 30 years old. I have been working/caring for children for over years, & in the special needs field for years, with over 25+ child related certifications. I am back ground checked and fingerprinted as well. I am driven and devoted to helping families all around.
Date nights, any time after 330 p.m. on...
Crystal can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is very friendly and nice. And kids loved her too. We will definitely be with her next time."
Jinkyu H.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
During my community service in High School, I volunteered at an Elementary as an after-school care helper. I helped care for kids with Special Needs and, on a regular basis, every day I would assist in caring for a class of 20 kids ranging in age from 5 to 7 years old kids. I totally loved the experience of sharing in their fun...
Maribel can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maribel has been picking my kids up from school and taking them to the playground and helping with homework. The kids love playing with her and she is very responsible."
Betsy S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 12 of experience and I love working with kids. I have worked with all age children from 5-month-old babies to 13-year-olds. I also have experience with special needs children, hyperactive children and twins. I have taken children to school, picked them up from school, taken them to after school activities and lessons, fed...
Jasmily can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Maya N.
Queens Village, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love providing care to anyone. I'm a certified HHA with 10 years of experience. I have dealt with all types of people from children to adults including those with special needs. I've had many cases... Bed ridden Colostomy Catheter Alzheimer's Impediment etc. I can perform all aspects of activities of daily living and can work...
5.0
"Maya is a professional through and through. I trust her to take good care of my son."
Valerie B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
why am I passionate about caring for your joy in life, because it brings me joy to see their little eye lite up. I understand that kids just need attention, and I am very good at paying attention to them at all time.
5.0
"Anyone would be very lucky to have Rukminie look after their child or children. I'm a special education teacher, and mom of 3 young girls. I've been providing early intervention services for one of the children Rukminie has been caring for, for about 7 months....
Laura R.
Monica S.
Glen Cove, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Monica. I am interested for a job, where I would help the family with the house,senior companion care, organizing laundry, special needs, assistant each other with responsibility. I am punctual, flexible, responsible, I have 10 years experience and I have good references. If you want to know more about me, please...
Monica can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Monica cared for my 94 year old Dad both at home and in Rehab. She is very reliable, caring and most of all a hands-on take charge caretaker. My Dad loves her and would look forward to her visits everyday. Monica was always punctual, honest and trustworthy and...
Dana M.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Port Washington, NY
Juana P.
5.0
Juana has been working with us for several months. She is extremely responsible in caring for both our 1 1/2 year old and 5 year. She is active, attentive, caring and patient. We cannot recommend her highly enough!
- Amanda Z.
Lia P.
5.0
Lia is incredibly joyful, open, and has a knack for quickly establishing a connection with children. From the first moment my little one saw her, she was immediately drawn to Lia, leading her to play and having a blast the entire time they spent together. Lia is always punctual, never cancels a...
- Aleksandr M.
Shannon C.
5.0
Shannon was punctual, communicated with my nurses and me in a timely manner and I found her to be extremely dependable. I trusted her to help me while I was recovering from surgery. A+
- Stacey G.
Crystal H.
5.0
Crystal is kind and compassionate, she's a very helpful assistant with a lot of love and patience. Although we've only had our second class, my child really likes her and enjoys being with her.
- Lin C.
Maribel G.
5.0
Maribel is helping us with house cleaning and childcare once per week. We have known her for almost 2 years now and we couldn't have been happier with her. She is very meticulous in her work always leaving the house not only clean but also organized and looking amazing. She is also great when it...
- Nikoletta V.
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