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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Saint James, NY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Saint James, NY

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Karen D.


Holbrook, NY

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny/babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I have two grown children of my own and can appreciate the importance of your endeavor. I have worked at a middle school for 10+ years helping children with special needs. I can assist with homework after school activities and play dates The school does background check so that should provide some extra peace of mind...
Karen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Karen is great! She cared for our 3 kids after school. She was always on time and helped manage unpacking, homework, and helping to straighten up. We also trusted her to drive them safely to and from activities."

Carrie Y.

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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: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Lauren M.


Centereach, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a nanny and have 7 years of experience, I am CPR and first aid certified. Currently working with special needs adults and I work as a nanny to a lovely couple on the weekends. I love working with kids it brings me such joy and I am looking for a full time position, hopefully long term. I love children they are so joyful and...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Very sweet with my daughter, always on time. Kept a consistent work quality."

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...
5.0
"I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son."

Meryl B.

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Evelyna B.


Northport, NY

$22-27/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! I'm a freshman in college studying biomedical sciences on a pre-med track, and I'm looking for a part-time babysitting or nanny position during my winter break December 18 through January 20. Having grown up in my mother's daycare, I have extensive experience working with children, which inspired my passion for...
Evelyna can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jessica R.


Holbrook, NY

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter With 15 Years Of Experience. Certified Teacher With Experience Working With Special Needs Population.

I am a substitute teacher and neighborhood babysitter with 15 years of experience working with children of all ages including special needs. I love arts and crafts projects and reading books. I have references available upon request. I also love pets.
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Samantha C.


Kings Park, NY

$20-40/hr4 yrs exp

Responsible Caregiver 4 Years Experience

Bachelors Degree in Psychology Minor in Childhood Education. Enrolled in Master of Science Program pursuing Dual NYS certification in General and Special Education Grades 1 through 6. 4 Years experience working with special needs children for the NYC Department of Education. Experience as a a mom of one.
Samantha can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
I am a mother of a teenage daughter and have nephews as well, so I am no stranger to taking care of children. I also grew up in my teens, taking care of my entire neighborhood. I worked as an after school care worker for Patchogue Medford, as well as a special needs camp with the Town of Brookhaven at one point. I'm an overnight...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jaclyn P.


Islandia, NY

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have worked with children throughout my life, particularly with special needs. I graduated with an Early Childhood Education at Suffolk County Community College. I have worked at a special needs preschool for 2 years. I am reliable, patient, and caring.
Jaclyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Hi I love children playing going on walks reading and have fun I'm fun loving kids they love me just want to make a family happy and secure with me I will love there children like my own. I work as a teachers assistant for special needs children . And I'm available all summer. I'm very reliable I have my own car I'm 60 years old...
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Colleen B.


Nesconset, NY

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

I have experience working with adults with disabilities and special needs.. I worked as a CNA at Jefferson Ferry for 2 years. I currently work as a caregiver to an elderly women and weekends at a clothings store. I'm 37 years old with interest in reading, baking, walking, card games and any and all crafts such as crocheting,...
Colleen can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

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Susan S.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care/Senior Care/Special Needs

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I can care for children of different age groups, and strive to make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and safe... I believe children need structure and direction, while at the same time patience and hugs.. Depending on the age of the children), I structure the day also, with activities, nap times, meal times, snacks,...
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jessica P.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Caring Patient Licensed Practical Nurse

I am a licensed practical nurse with 5 years of care companion experience, 15 years of sitter experience , and 3 years of clinical nursing experience . I am BLS and CPR certified . Coworkers and friends would describe me as caring , bubbly , patient , responsible , and fun to be around . I'm looking forward to getting to know...
I am friendly and responsible person . I have worked with speciel needs childrens for5 years . I like cooking
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Gina T.


Central Islip, NY

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello my name is Gina I have much experience in elderly care. I worked for an agency, but they no longer needed me for that patient so I'm looking for something on my own. I also worked for eight years with special needs children. I'm looking for something part-time local retired from my other job available , I would like to...
Gina can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Jaclyn P.


East Northport, NY

$35-45/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter With Over 4 Years of Experience Looking For Summer Babysitting Job!

Hello, my name is Jaclyn. I am a NYS certified teacher and currently am a 4th grade teacher in the South Bronx. I am also a graduate student at Hofstra Universtiy earning my masters' degree in Literacy. I studied at SUNY Fredonia receiving two bachelor degrees in Early Childhood/Childhood Education. I have experience working...
Jaclyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

I have experience with patient with different disabilities diagnosis and I working 8n hospital I have one family have disability diagnostics
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Michelle S.


Kings Park, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

First and foremost I'm a mother of three children that are all in college now. Other than that, I worked in an elementary school district for nine years as a one on one teacher aide. I also, worked at a special needs school for the past two and half years. I recently changed my job so I no longer work at a school during the day....
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Patrick G.


Northport, NY

$19-50/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Companion/assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over a year and a half of experience from working at Queens Centers for Progress as a Pre-vocational Specialist helping adults with disabilities learn work skills for future employment by volunteering in the community.
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Matthew F.


Kings Park, NY

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver For Special Needs Community

I have years of experience as a DSP for the special needs community. In addition I am a licensed physical therapist asst and a certified yoga instructor.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Saint James, NY

Karen D.

5.0

Karen is great! She cared for our 3 kids after school. She was always on time and helped manage unpacking, homework, and helping to straighten up. We also trusted her to drive them safely to and from activities.

- Carrie Y.

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.

Lauren M.

5.0

Very sweet with my daughter, always on time. Kept a consistent work quality.

- Care member

Amanda M.

5.0

I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son.

- Meryl B.

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