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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 $23/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Port Washington, NY

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Suzette T.


Mount Vernon, NY

$27/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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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:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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....

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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: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
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Geisy L.


Bronx, NY

$17-20/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, light cleaning, meal prep
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: Mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands & 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: Dementia, respite care, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

I have experience with children from 3 months to 15 years old. I have also worked with a special need child.
Catina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Keilanya P.


Little Neck, NY

$19-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello parents! My name is Keilanya. I have been a senior care provider for about 4 years. I worked for a family with an elderly grandmother who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's . That's when my passion as a caregiver began. Being that I also love kids, recently for about 1 year I have worked closely with a family who has a...
Keilanya can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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Adrina M.


Bronx, NY

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

I like to cater and help for those who can't do it for themselves. I have empathy for the aged and those with special needs. i'm passionate because I see it as a duty
Adrina can also help with: Companionship, personal care, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Amanda M.


New Rochelle, NY

$22/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi! I am a mom to a 1-year-old girl. I have been taking care of children for several years now, with three years of paid experience. I have worked with families with multiple children and children with special needs. I am also a Certified Home Health Aide, this comes with an extra set of special skills. My free time is spent in...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Nicole S.


Bayville, NY

$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp

Childcare

For as long as I can remember, I have always excelled being in settings that involves working with and caring for others (especially kids) I am currently a TA for the BOCES organization and I find working with those who have special needs very rewarding, both personally and professionally! I believe I would be a great fit for...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Alyssa W.


Bronx, NY

$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Alyssa. I consider myself to be compassionate, creative, energetic, and patient. My experience started as a teenager babysitting to work as a preschool for special needs. Which is how I found my passion. Helping indiviuals with special needs children and teens gives me joy because seeing the smiles when they find...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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Toni Ann C.


Bronx, NY

$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Toni Ann I've been working over 10 years in this field. I worked with adults and children with intellectual disability. I am also certified in administrating Medication Oral And GTube . I am also CPR certified
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Nayra A.


Roslyn Heights, NY

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm Nayra, Brazilian, 27 years old. I have been a qualified teacher since 2019, but I have been working with children since 2015. I have a lot of experience with babies, potty training, teenagers and children with special needs. I am looking for a family where I can work full time from Monday to Friday, with a minimum salary of...
Nayra can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
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Lucia W.


Bronx, NY

$19-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

I'm a caring, responsible and attentive caregiver. I compassionately care for children, teens and elders on a medical and non-medical levels for over 10 years. Currently I hold a title as a DSP and a sitter. As a DSP, I assist individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities teaching daily life skills and involving them...

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