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Find special needs caregivers in Rockville Centre, NY that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Rockville Centre, NY

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Rockville Centre, NY

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Lisa F.


Oceanside, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Lisa. I Have two grown sons ages 27 and 31. I have 25 years experience working with children ages newborn through -12 and have worked with special needs children/ teens as well . Children and animals have always been my passion so no worries if you do have pets as I love them. I am a very loving , caring ,...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Lisa is absolutely AMAZING! I loved having her watch my son. She is kind, energetic, and very attentive to your child and their needs. She showed up early and sent me pictures/updates about my son throughout the entire day. I've honestly never trusted someone more...

Kylie L.

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Alexa F.


Massapequa, NY

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a college graduate and certified elementary school teacher currently working as a permanent sub. I have always loved working with children from working as a camp counselor to babysitting throughout high school and college. I also work at a summer program for children with special needs. As a babysitter, I have had the...
Alexa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We first met Alexa when she was working as a counselor for our older daughter at the local summer recreation program. We have since hired her as our babysitter and she has been working for us for the past 4 years. Alexa puts her heart into her job and both of my...

Carrie L.

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Destiny M.


South Ozone Park, NY

$27/hr • 6 yrs exp

About Me/ Care Experience

4.0

(8)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hey ! My name is destiny. I'm NY native located in the Queens/Brooklyn area . I love caring for children and developing a bond with them ! I am very reliable , caring , attentive , energetic and I enjoy playtime just as much as the child. I also understand that every child is different and has different needs so I'm always...
Destiny can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Wonderful is an understatement! Destiny always showed such joy and respect when being with my two boys and always came ready and on time for work! "

Kim J.

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Nathalie J.


Malverne, NY

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Nathalie! I've been working with children for over 10 years now! I love watching kids learn and play! I currently work for the Department of Education. I work with special needs children and absolutely love it! Since I do work for a school during the year I am looking for a Summer job and some days during the school...
5.0
"Nathalie is a natural and so sweet! She is helping us with our 12 week old and our baby was has been at ease with Nathalie since the first day they met. Her experience with very young babies is apparent, as she is gentle, nurturing and responsible. She also does a...

Tania S.

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Toni-ann H.


Queens Village, NY

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Trustworthy And Patient Childcare Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work as a Paraprofessional for the Department of Education supporting students with special needs to meet their IEP goals. I have experience working with families after school and during the summer, helping with school pickups, drop-offs to extracurricular activities, engaging in fun art projects, assisting with homework,...
Toni-ann can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Toni is an incredible baby sitter. I hired her in a rush because my recent sitter moved away. Toni was so responsible and responsive. My kids absolutely loved her. She played with them and made sure they ate their dinner. She was respectful and even offered to do...

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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: Dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, 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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Sarah C.


Wantagh, NY

$17-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

I have a passion for people and I love working with children. I have been babysitting my whole life, whether it be for a church event or babysitting my cousins and neighbors. In the past I have cared for infants/newborn baby's. I also have experience working in a school environment. I am a former employee of the South Shore...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Marjorie H.


East Meadow, NY

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitting

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 grown children and one grandchild so I am quite experienced with the care and safety of children and babies Also having been a licensed nurse for many years is a help when there are special needs involved I am very safety conscious and love to care for children and have the patience and a calm temperament as well
Marjorie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jaely M.


Valley Stream, NY

$22-23/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello My name is Jaely, I am a 20-year-old native New Yorker. I come from a big family and that has given me the opportunity to be able to to relate to children of all age ranges . I am experienced with special needs children as well. I am willing to do light housekeeping and grocery shop. I'm very hard working and when given a...
Jaely can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jaely is an amazing care giver. She goes above and beyond to make sure my children are safe, comfortable and happy during her time with her. I absolutely recommend her to any family. "

Leslie M.

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Ryan M.


Massapequa, NY

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a kind hearted and fun loving nanny. I do not have any children of my own. I have been a babysitter/nanny since I was 14 years old. I have taken care of children ages 6 weeks to 14 years. I have also dealt with multiples and children with special needs. I don't mind pets, but I am allergic to cats. I enjoy keeping children...
Ryan can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Caring, genuine, responsible. I have three little ones and she is the only one that can handle them three by herself. very capable. excellent in organizing things, she also helped me to unpack and settle in my new house. Great all around."

Hila K.

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Sarah C.


Wantagh, NY

$17-21/hr • 7 yrs exp

Sarah C.

I have had experience caring for someone with a disability since I can remember. My oldest sister has cerebral palsy and I have been one of her main caregivers for many years. I have experience working in a school for children with special needs. I worked at South Shore Educational collaborative as a paraprofessional for four...
5.0
"Sarah was phenomenal with my daughter who has Autism. She was patient, kind and my daughter absolutely loved being with her! We consider ourselves so lucky and fortunate to have her work and care for my daughter"

Nancy S.

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Maria M.


Levittown, NY

$30-35/hr • 3 yrs exp

I'm kind and professional, I love taking care of people and I have helped families for many years including companion and helping people with special needs. I worked as a nurse in South America in the past, I'm quite and respectful.
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, dementia, light cleaning, errands, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

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Jenny C.


Lynbrook, NY

$25-36/hr • 10 yrs exp

Personal Care. Testament/Special Needs Nutrition Parent Support Activities
Jenny can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Renee O.


Rosedale, NY

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Always Available Childcare in Queens With All Hours, Including Full Time and Part-Time Hours.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I owned and operated a day care business for 13 years. The day care was operated on a full time basis at my home. I am kind, patient, and loving enough to care for children with special needs.
Renee can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alexandra D.


Franklin Square, NY

$17-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Anytime Babysitter, Caregiver, English/Writing Tutor

Hi there! I'm an adjunct English professor looking for part time childcare work. In the summer I'm very available, most times, Monday-Friday and can do weekend nights as well. I have experience performing activities and watching children with special needs for weekly events at my church (St. Anne's, Garden City), as well as...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I'm certified in HCSS Special Need kids. One of my other profession additional to senior care. I love working with kids and is very compassionate, warm and caring. I have 3years experience with Special needs and 7 years with childcare.
Gaitree can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hi, my name is kacie, I have been a care giver for over the past 3years, I have worked with a few special needs patient along my journey, I enjoy cooking, cleaning and taking care of my patients
Shawna can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, home modification, dementia, errands, live-in home care & more
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Anita U.


Jamaica, NY

$25/hr • 1 yrs exp

I'm A Medical Doctor Preparing For The Licensing Exams And I Am Very Caring N Compassionate Person.

I'd describe my personality as friendly , very understanding and kind I like caring for seniors because I'm looking for a job that I can care for seniors I started caring for seniors when I finished medical school In my spare time, I like to study and exercise One thing you should know about me is I will always be...
Anita can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, live-in home care & more
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Karima R.


South Ozone Park, NY

$17-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have 5 years experience in special needs care & as well as senior care . I'm down to earth and fun joyful person to be around. I'm very professional when it comes to doing my job I also try to set up an time frame where the patients have time to take meds, eat breakfast and shower in the morning. I'm usually using a care plan....
Karima can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rockville Centre, NY

Lisa F.

5.0

Lisa is absolutely AMAZING! I loved having her watch my son. She is kind, energetic, and very attentive to your child and their needs. She showed up early and sent me pictures/updates about my son throughout the entire day. I've honestly never trusted someone more to be with my baby. I'll hire her...

- Kylie L.

Alexa F.

5.0

We first met Alexa when she was working as a counselor for our older daughter at the local summer recreation program. We have since hired her as our babysitter and she has been working for us for the past 4 years. Alexa puts her heart into her job and both of my daughters adore her (ages 10 and...

- Carrie L.

Destiny M.

5.0

Wonderful is an understatement! Destiny always showed such joy and respect when being with my two boys and always came ready and on time for work!

- Kim J.

Nathalie J.

5.0

Nathalie is a natural and so sweet! She is helping us with our 12 week old and our baby was has been at ease with Nathalie since the first day they met. Her experience with very young babies is apparent, as she is gentle, nurturing and responsible. She also does a great job keeping our baby...

- Tania S.

Toni-ann H.

5.0

Toni-ann has been a wonderful and reliable caregiver for our two daughters. She is communicative and flexible, helping out on a regular schedule and also as needed. She manages both girls and their squabbles very well, and they both really like being with her. We are confident in her ability to help...

- Katherine M.

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