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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ridge, NY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Ridge, NY

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Thomas D.


Ridge, NY

$17-30/hr8 yrs exp

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I'm a loving caring person who loves to help others. It started in high school when I took BOCES for my CNA. I worked as an HHA for a year, then came to the mental health field working the medical failage. I gained much experience within my employment with FREE. Transfers, feeding tube, stoma care and carther care just to name a...
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Samantha W.


Ridge, NY

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Mary Poppins Sped Teacher

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I am Samm. I am a Special Education teacher. My availability is based on a teachers schedule, so I am available summers, weekends, and days off from school. I am looking for a Mary Poppins-type position. There is potential for this to continue during the school year but it would have to be after school, on weekends, and...
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Megan J.


Ridge, NY

$18-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

I'm a mother of two with a passion for working with individuals with special needs. I'm currently searching for a part time job during the week. I have three years of experience working with adults with disabilities in a group home setting, and seven months in community habilitation with the agency FREE. Recently I've started...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Megan J.


Ridge, NY

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver. I've been working with individuals with disabilities for nine years and love working in this field. I've made very valuable connections and learned a lot. Currently, my availability is limited, so I am looking for part-time work where I can put my skills and experience to practice. Please feel...
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Kathleen H.


Shirley, NY

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced child care provider and member of child care council. I have cared for, educated, and nurtured children ranging from 6 months to 13 years. I provided a loving stable, safe environment where the children were treated as family, and trusted respectful relationships were developed with parents. I have experience...
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kathy treats my son and daughter as if they were her own, and after she picks them up from school, she plans all sorts of activities to keep them engaged. She helps out with homework and gets the kids through their nightly routine as well. I highly recommend Kathy!"

Wasim A.

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Linda G.


Calverton, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher/ Experienced Child Care Provider Available For P/t Position

3.0

(2)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a mature, responsible and caring Preschool Educator/ child care provider. Also a mother of two grown daughters. I hold an Associates degree in Early Childhood Education, and am a Certified Day Care provider. My experience ranges from p/t babysitter to F/T nanny. I have cared for children from infants through teens,...
Linda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I wish there were more stars to rate, Linda would earn them all! Linda was my daughter's full time nanny from 6 months old into her toddler years. She is creative, energetic, loving and kind. Her extensive experience with early child development was priceless in...

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Christine E.


Middle Island, NY

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a degree in Child Development/Early Childhood Education and I have over 15 years of childcare experience. I have been a summer live-in nanny for a family with children ages 8-12 and a full-time nanny for children ages 5 months to 6-years-old. I have experience as a Special Education paraeducator for children of all ages...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Karen A.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Karen. I am seeking a part-time caregiver position supporting individuals with special needs. With over 15 years of experience, I specialize in caring for individuals with cerebral palsy, autism, and other developmental challenges. My skills include providing daily living assistance, medication management, and...
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Tyler J.


Manorville, NY

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

For almost a year now I have worked with someone who has a developmental disability and some physical disabilities. I have also babysat since I was 12. Additionally, I was a caretaker for someone with dementia for a short period of time as well.
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Jennifer C.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Ive had about a year or 2 of caring for seniors and also children with special needs. I love helping people and I enjoy being part of ones life in need. I'm responsible and a compassionate person.
Jennifer can also help with: Hospice services, visiting physician, dementia
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be interested in hiring her. "

Emil R.

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Felicia C.


Mount Sinai, NY

$30/hr20 yrs exp

Retired School Teacher

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am a retired elementary school teacher. I am CPR/AED certified. I taught a Pre-K readiness program and designed a Pre-K music and arts curriculum. I have experience with special needs children. I am also a CNA and Geriatric Specialist. I am experienced in private and institutional settings. I offer child care, and companion /...
Felicia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CNA

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Felicia's was wonderful with my girls. I'd hire her again if her new schedule didn't conflict with the times I need her. "

Cynthia H.

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Chynel W.


Coram, NY

$18-33/hr10 yrs exp

Made For This

I'm 44yr old widow no children I have worked as a nurses aide for some years and recently in the last 17 years I have worked with adults with special needs and adults with schizophrenia/bipolar disorders, Good companion.
Chynel can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, dementia
Skills:

Wound Care

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"She's a very good hard worker very dependable always on time"

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Kelly M.


Shirley, NY

$30-46/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available, Senior caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dedicated and loyal Companion/Caregiver. I know first hand the importance of maintaining peace of mind knowing that someone caring and compassionate is taking care of a loved one. Over 20 years personal and professional experience. Caring for my own family members, including dementia, hospice, and end of life care. Over 20 years...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Cared for my great aunt for several years. Took care of errands, laundry, and meals. Watched TV with her as well as played cards and assisted with her walking periodically as she was wheelchair bound (which I have to say lit up my aunts eyes like you wouldn't...

Adam S.

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Allie R.


Coram, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced, Professional And Outgoing Nanny!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi... I'm Allie and I have over 10 years of quality childcare experience! I currently work part time as a preschool teaching assistant for children with special needs, and before that I was a full time nanny for 4 years in NYC. I hold a bachelor's degree in child psychology! In addition, I am the mother of one soon to be...
Allie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"We love being able to work with Allie and her child whenever they are available! We've hired her 3-4 times at this point and hope to continue working with her regularly. Her communication with us is great, and her care for our infant child is outstanding. When we...

Tasha V.

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Felicia C.


Mount Sinai, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am a retired teacher who has also worked as a volunteer for many years and also as a teacher. Helping those with special needs is a gift. We all have special things that make us unique. Helping a person with special needs reach their fullest potential is what I feel good about doing. I have extensive experience working with...
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Christine K.


Shirley, NY

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hello, My name is Christine and thank you for looking at my profile. I am currently looking for a part time babysitting or nanny job. I have my Bachelor's degree in Child Study as well as a Master's Degree in Early Childhood. I also have experience working with children who are autistic and have special needs. I have a very...
Christine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hey! I'm Emily! I am a recent college graduate looking for part time work to help with my student loans. I'm a fun and outgoing babysitter! I also have experience with special needs care having worked at DDI for over a year! I am able to accommodate any dietary restrictions or allergies.
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Cynthia D.


Selden, NY

$17-30/hr10 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, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

I'm a natural caregiver with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With over three years of experience as a childcare provider, I'm skilled at fostering a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children. My calm and patient demeanor, coupled with my creativity, makes me a trusted companion for...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kathleen H.


Shirley, NY

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

First let me introduce myself. My name is Kathy. I have several years of experience caring for seniors with and without special needs. I would appreciate if you could disregard the review posted. This situation was a very isolated, extraordinary incident and this review was unnecessarily, inappropriately aggressive. I can...
Kathleen can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, personal care, dementia

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ridge, NY

Kathleen H.

5.0

Kathy treats my son and daughter as if they were her own, and after she picks them up from school, she plans all sorts of activities to keep them engaged. She helps out with homework and gets the kids through their nightly routine as well. I highly recommend Kathy!

- Wasim A.

Linda G.

5.0

I wish there were more stars to rate, Linda would earn them all! Linda was my daughter's full time nanny from 6 months old into her toddler years. She is creative, energetic, loving and kind. Her extensive experience with early child development was priceless in my daughter's formative years....

- Care member

Jennifer C.

5.0

Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be interested in hiring her.

- Emil R.

Felicia C.

5.0

I absolutely love Felicia! She has been such a big help to our family. My daughter always looks forward to seeing Felicia every week. We trust her very much. We would highly recommend her!

- Liz B.

Chynel W.

5.0

I like how sweet she was and well spoken.very experienced with my needs as well.she was very caring to me

- Care member

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