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Find special needs caregivers in Saint James, NY that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Saint James, NY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Saint James, NY

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Jocelynne C.


Saint James, NY

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter

5.0

(2)

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Hello, my name is Jocelynne. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old and have always naturally gravitated toward being someone who loves to babysit and care for children, definitely an innate trait for being the oldest sibling. My most up to date babysitting experience is that I am currently babysitting for a family &...
Jocelynne can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"She babysat for my new born and still does here and there for date nights and little breaks I need. Very punctual, careful, understanding and sweet. I would recommend."

Veronica B.

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Melissa M.


Saint James, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Available

I am available for recurring jobs or one time sittings. I am active and involved when caring for children. I keep up with high energy kids. I strive to create a safe but fun environment while keeping your child on schedule. I have over 10 years of experience from being a nanny to a caregiver for special needs children with...
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Melissa M.


Saint James, NY

$21-22/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

I am available for recurring jobs or one time sittings. I am active and involved when caring for children. I keep up with high energy kids. I strive to create a safe but fun environment while keeping your child on schedule. I have over 10 years of experience from being a nanny to a caregiver for special needs children with...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have several years of experience working with children of various ages, in different professional capacities, including babysitting in families' homes, providing support in a respite care setting, and in the school setting. I have experience working with children ranging from early childhood, and to high school-aged. I have...
Kelly can also help with: Grocery shopping
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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: Dementia, personal care, light cleaning
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

CNA

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

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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: Visiting physician, dementia, hospice services
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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Elise H.


Nesconset, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 20Yrs of exp. W/ & W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's & Special needs. I can assist with all Home Care needs and Light Housekeeping. I love to cook and have always brought my clients food to taste if they are allowed. I have a Clean Drivers license as well as a clean...
Elise can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Elise was recommended to me by a friend when she was between clients. She came in and became part of my family. She is warm, caring, professional, prompt! Reliable!! And she went above and beyond to help in anyway she could. She cared for my elderly mom and at...

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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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Alyssa C.


East Setauket, NY

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hi my name is Alyssa. I am 26 years old. I have been working with kids since I was 15. I have worked with every age group. I was a preschool teacher, substitute teacher. I have my bachelors degree. I also, have experience with disabled kids and special needs kids. I have been a nanny for a year. I also, taught dance and...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Alyssa has been babysitting my children for 5 years now and I have seen her become a preschool teacher and grow with the children. It is wonderful she is absolutely wonderful with the children. I would recommend her to babysit."

Michelle G.

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Anweshi D.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$49-50/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Anweshi. I have pretty much raised my younger cousin, then was a babysitter for our family friend's children. I have 2 years of baby-sitting experience as I have tutored kids with special needs and babysat young kids and teenagers. I have worked with mostly kids aged 4+ to teenagers of age 15-16. I work well...
Anweshi can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Anweshi is a very reliable and fantastic tutor. I highly recommend her!"

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Jaclyn P.


Islandia, NY

$17-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have my Associates degree in Early Childhood Education. My work expirience includes working in homecare as well as in a special education preschool. I also have a backround in behavior therapy. I have worked in the special needs community for 10 years. I have experience working with a variety of children with special needs,...
5.0
"Jaclyn is an awesome, capable young lady. She is a very reliable and caring person. She was a pleasure to have as a caretaker for my son who has Special needs. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a dependable caregiver."

Philomena R.

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Lisha S.


Northport, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

4.3

(6)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Professional, fun, nurturing, creative, patient and resourceful care taker with impeccable references and experience caring for infants, toddlers, multiples, kids, teens and special needs and LGBTQ populations. Bachelors degree. Please contact me for more information.
Lisha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Lisha has been a tremendous help! She exudes positive energy and my son loves being with her. I'm glad I found her!"

Elizabeth S.

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Annmarie C.


Hauppauge, NY

$17-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a 26-year-old certified Teacher Assistant with over seven years of experience. I graduated from Stony Brook University with a Bachelor's in Biology and plan to attend graduate school for Education. I have experience caring for children of all ages, both with and without special needs, and am trained in Nonviolent Crisis...
Annmarie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"I first became acquainted with Annemarie through care.com, and she is one of the loveliest people I know. She has been working with my children for several years now, is incredibly kind, patient, loving and reliable. Our family all love her. On a couple of...

Sophia T.

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Lily M.


Smithtown, NY

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, & Reliable Babysitter With Over 10 Years Experience

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

For over the past 19 years, I have worked with children in daycare, as a nanny, and now a third grade special education teacher! :) In my experience, I have worked with children of all ages. I have my bachelors degree in Early Child Study and a masters in education. I am a fun, friendly, crafty, reliable and nurturing sitter...
Lily can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"My 2 Daughters love when Lily comes to watch them. They have fun playing games, doing arts and crafts or taking a trip to the park. The house is always cleaner after she leaves! Highly recommend her to anyone. If anyone needs to hear it in person Give me a call."

Scott P.

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Jackie M.


Holtsville, NY

$19-26/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Working With All Kids!!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with kids for over 10 years and have 3 of my own! I have experience with newborns, toddlers, kids and teens. I have worked with special needs, multiples and twins and have many references. I am patient, reliable, caring and kind. I absolutely love any and all babies and kids! I am flexible and willing to work...
Jackie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jackie has babysat my kids for years for date nights! We love her, she is super fun and energetic, and always coming up with fun activities/games."

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Taylor H.


East Setauket, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Occasional Babysitting

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My current availability is date nights and any other occasional times! Unfortunately I'm not available for any full time positions at this time. Thank you for your interest! Hi, my name is Taylor! I have over 10 years experience as a babysitter, four years as a nanny, and taught at a summer science camp for kids ages 5-11 for...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Taylor is absolutely amazing. She provided care for my first when he was just 5 months old and still at 5 years old! She has a knack for sustaining their attention and making those in her care beg to see her more often. She is punctual and trustworthy. i never need...

Jennifer G.

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David L.


Smithtown, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am David. I've worked with autistic kids and young adults at DDI for 2 years in the past. I've also worked with pediatric cancer patients for over 15 years and served as camp director for pediatric cancer patients and siblings. I am a NYS EMT, volunteer firefighter, retired police officer but chef by trade. I have...
5.0
"David is caring, helpful and funny. He treats the patient with respect and understanding. He is the first caretaker we hired and I believe we got very lucky and hope future caretakers are as great as he is."

Elena C.

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Chelsea B.


Northport, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Chelsea and I've been working with and babysitting kids since I was 13. I've always loved working with kids whether it was assistant teaching Sunday school classes, volunteering at my church, or teaching people ages 4-60+ how to care for horses at a local equestrian center. I have experience with children from...
Chelsea can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I’ve used Chelsea as my go-to pet sitter since 2017. I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know her and seeing her go from an enthusiastic high school senior, to an enthusiastic pre med college student. She’s always gone above and beyond for me, taking care of my...

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Sharon M.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Future Spanish Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Sharon, I'm originally from Mexico, but I've been living in the USA for five years, I'm bilingual English-Spanish. I have over 11 years of experience with kids, including special needs, CPR, Epinephrine, and First Aide Certificated. Currently I'm a Spanish teacher at a High School but I have experience with all the ages. I...
Sharon can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Wilder and Coast loved her, she was great and always kept an eye on both of them at the same time. Will be using again :-) "

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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: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Allie is a stellar caregiver. She is kind and patient with our kids. They do not feel comfortable around everyone, so it's nice to see. Allie's little boy is also adorable and sweet and he plays with our toddler so Allie is able to focus on our baby. I cannot...

Steven B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Saint James, NY

Jocelynne C.

5.0

I came across Jocelynne's care.com page as I was looking for babysitters for my busy schedule. From the moment I met her I knew she'd be the one to be there for my kid(s). I've trusted her with my daughter (5 years old) and wouldn't trust anyone else. Whenever I need Jocelynne, as my schedule can be...

- Mila C.

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

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.

Elise H.

5.0

Elise was very caring and compassionate at all times towards my elderly mother. She always arrived on time, and stayed late if necessary. Elise became like a member of the family while working for us. I would highly recommend her- she will become a great addition to your household.

- Care member

Alyssa C.

5.0

Alyssa has been babysitting my children for 5 years now and I have seen her become a preschool teacher and grow with the children. It is wonderful she is absolutely wonderful with the children. I would recommend her to babysit.

- Michelle G.

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