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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Port Washington, NY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Port Washington, NY

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Debbie C.


Glen Cove, NY

$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

(6)

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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a loving mother of 2. Author of children's books- looking for full time. ASAP I have over 20 years experience with preemies, newborns, twins, triplets, and 5 years working in schools for special needs children. I am successful with potty training. CPR certified and comfortable with pets. I have a genuine love...
Debbie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Debbie was loving toward the children, great with them, spent the time doing activities with them, baking with them. She was also an excellent cook. The children loved her. We were very sorry to see her go. She is very trustworthy and always on time. I highly...

Laura C.

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Sushiela B.


Franklin Square, NY

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

4.2

(6)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I've always had a passion for caring for children, and with 20 years of experience as a childcare provider, I know I can create a safe and nurturing environment for your child. I have extensive experience with children of all ages, from newborns to preteens. My previous roles have allowed me to work with children with special...
Sushiela can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Liz has been amazing with my son! He is excited when she comes in the morning and sad when she has to leave. Liz is punctual and reliable. She keeps my son engaged and she has been a pleasure to work with."

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Danielle I.


Elmont, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver/House Manager

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a very compassionate, caring, reliable and trustworthy person. The uniqueness about myself is I have friends of ALL AGES and very easy to get along with!! I realized for myself after caring for individuals and families, it takes a certain kind of personality and patience to do this work. I first got into this field by...
Danielle can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"We have worked and are still working with Danielle going on 2+ years. She has become part of our family. She is able to handle shopping, errand running, appointments, and daily care for my parents, home and pets! She is skilled in assisted movements, and offers...

Kristen D.

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Marcelle H.


Elmont, NY

$25-48/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring, Honest And Diligent. Senior caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a skilled Nursing Assistant, with more than 25 years of experience. Over the years I performed different duties in the Healthcare Industry, including taking care of clients with Alzheimers / Dementia and special needs. I also have experience with administering and managing medications. I am an outstanding multitasker and...
Marcelle can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

5.0
"The level of care that Marcelle provided to our father is unmatched. She managed to bring a smile to his face every day despite his illness. That was no easy feat. Personal cleanliness was of the utmost importance to him and Marcelle executed it with the utmost...

Nadia A.

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Drita V.


New Hyde Park, NY

$35-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Professional and personal 10 years plus experience with people in special needs, different age as well as diagnosis. CPR/ FIRST AID , PCT and HHA certified. Drive and have my own car. Looking forward to discuss your needs and give me a chance to make a difference with you/your loved one. Great references upon request. Thank...
4.0
"Drita cares about her clients and is very patient. She is a hard worker and enjoys working with the disabled"

Wendy A.

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Esther S.


Westbury, NY

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Nanny Available

As a dedicated childcare provider with three years of experience, I am passionate about caring for children and making a positive impact on their lives. My patient, calm, and friendly demeanor creates a nurturing environment where children feel safe and can thrive. With my skills and experience, I am well-equipped to provide a...
Esther can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Having Esther as our nanny was really great! Her professionalism, cordiality and dedication in caring for my daughter are truly commendable. She quickly formed a strong bond with our daughter. Esther is not just a caretaker; she is a friend/big sister who finds...

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Tiasha R.


Bronx, NY

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Need Provider

Hello Everyone, Currently working remotely as an Assistant Director of a Care Coordination Organization servicing adults, children, and their families with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) to assist with identifying their interests, strengths, needs and goals. Penn State Alumni majored Psychological and Social...
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Suzette T.


Mount Vernon, NY

$27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I am a nanny/babysitter for over 10 years I have good reference I love interacting with children's to help bring out the best in them as teaching them arts and crafts bing silly, playing , reading , play dates , library , singing , etc also I help out with light house keeping laundry Errands I do drive and I am amazing at...
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I was extremely happy with Suzette and how she took care of my little boy. Even with some of his challenges, such as not being able to eat solid foods at the age of 2 1/2 Suzette is the person who made my son start eating solids. I owe her much just for that one....

Gokce S.

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Megan D.


Bronx, NY

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Assistance

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In 1964 the American Musical Fantasy film Mary Poppins was released. This has left an everlasting expectation of the perfect nanny. If you've seen this Supercalifragilisticexpialidous film and thought a nanny could do justice for your family, then you've come to the perfect place! Mary Poppins has nothing on me! I have...
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Amanda V.


Bronx, NY

$25-30/hr

Friendly, Empathetic, Patient Caregiver

I've worked many years at a school called Shema Kolainu (meaning, Hear our Voices in Hebrew). I mostly worked with children in the spectrum, but I worked with children of all needs.
5.0
"I have to thank Care for your service! Because of Care, I found Amanda, and I now have someone great to help my children with their school work! Amanda is AMAZING! My children love her so much, she's fun and so smart. AND she's so helpful! I once casually told her...

Riley C.

I was a caregiver for my dad for 10 years and I have a daughter with special needs .. many years of experience will help with cooking and cleaning
Connie can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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Michelle G.


Bronx, NY

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have experience caring for people with special needs such as cerebral palsy, mental and physical disabilities, and cognitive disorders. My duties include interacting with patients, assisting with their hygiene, and taking them to their day programs. I am HHA certified and I am currently seeking a position as an elderly...
Michelle can also help with: Personal care, dementia, live-in home care
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Pamela F.


Mount Vernon, NY

$25-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Available To Help Asap

Hello everyone, CAREGIVER LOOKING FOR WORK!!!! I'm looking for work doing personal care services and babysitting. Has experience creating lesson plans, working with children with special needs, and engaging in daily activities with children. Assisting senior clients with all of their personal needs, cleaning and grocery...
Pamela can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
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Geisy L.


Bronx, NY

$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp

Fun Sitter, Love Arts And Crafts And Outdoor Activities

I am currently working as a teacher's assistant for a preschool for children with special needs, 9 years experience. I am a babysitter weekends and nights for the last 5 years. I am attending to school to earn early childhood masters degree.
Geisy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Francita W.


Westbury, NY

$20-35/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi! Welcome to my profile, my name is Fran. I have several years of experience providing care for children that are special needs. In addition to that I have countless experience in child care. I also have a background in healthcare as a CNA. I find joy in providing care to anyone in need and would love the opportunity to share...
Francita can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

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Maria H.


Bronx, NY

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Companion, Caring For The Elderly And/Or Special Needs Children.

Hi, my name is Maria. I have experience with the elderly, Dementia, and Alzheimer's patients, caring for the sick and disabled as well. I help with bathing, meal prep, companion, laundry, errands, medication management, housekeeping, etc. I've worked with families long term, on care, and outside recommendations. References...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

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Colleen D.


Bronx, NY

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Nurse Assistant/ Home Health Aide

My name is Colleen, I have over 15 years of experience taking care of kids with special needs and the elderly. My specialty has been with senior care. I care about every one of my patients as if they were my family and I treat them with the respect they deserve. I will go the extra mile to make sure they are well taken care of....
Colleen can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, respite care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Colleen D.


Larchmont, NY

$18-23/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi, I myself am a mother of 2. I am 8-year-old and a 5-year-old with special needs. I have been a CNA for 9 years. CPR certified and have my own car.
Colleen can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Nayra C.


Roslyn Heights, NY

$35/hr • 9 yrs exp

I Tend To Be Very Noisy Because I Love To Sing And Dance!!!!

I'm Brazilian, 26 y. I am teacher, I work with kids since when I was 17. I have experience with special needs and kids up to 15y. I'd describe my personality as Organized Cheerful Caring I like working with kids because I feel very comfortable with them, I like to teach and play with them. I'm looking for a job that I feel...
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Whitnne S.


Mamaroneck, NY

$25-32/hr • 10 yrs exp

child care

I have over 10 years of experience working with infants up to 12 years old. I have 4 years experience working with special needs children.
Whitnne can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Port Washington, NY

Debbie C.

5.0

Debbie was loving toward the children, great with them, spent the time doing activities with them, baking with them. She was also an excellent cook. The children loved her. We were very sorry to see her go. She is very trustworthy and always on time. I highly recommend her.

- Laura C.

Sushiela B.

5.0

Sushiela (Liz) has been with my family for 3 years and has been amazing with my daughter (6) and son (4). Since my work schedule is hectic, Sushiela has always been accommodating and flexible; she is also punctual for school drop offs and pick ups. She makes sure the kids’ homeworks are done...

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Danielle I.

5.0

We have worked and are still working with Danielle going on 2+ years. She has become part of our family. She is able to handle shopping, errand running, appointments, and daily care for my parents, home and pets! She is skilled in assisted movements, and offers emotional support. She is calm and...

- Kristen D.

Marcelle H.

5.0

Very professional. Skilled. She had a warm demeanor that puts my elder at ease.

- Ed F.

Drita V.

5.0

Drita has been a huge help to our family. Not only is she very knowledgeable in elder/dementia care (teaching us so much along the way), she is kind and patient. Her helping has given my father some much needed respite. And most importantly, she truly is a caring person.

- Laura C.

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