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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Shirley, NY

The average posted rate is $25/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Shirley, NY

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Kelly M.


Shirley, NY

$30-46/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available, Senior caregiver

5.0

(2)

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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: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Highly professional Great personality Hard working "

Sharon Q.

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Serafina S.


Shirley, NY

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Serafina, a dedicated teaching assistant at a developmental school specializing in children with severe developmental delays. With a background in Early Intervention using ABA techniques and currently pursuing a Master's degree in Adolescent Special Education, I am passionate about creating supportive and inclusive...
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Heather A.


Shirley, NY

$35-50/hr4 yrs exp

Not Only Your Caretaker But Your Friend

Hi! My name is Heather I have 4 years experience in special needs / mental health I'm a certified CNA / MEDICAL ASSISTANT I was a assistant teacher for special ed for 2 years as well I have experience with senior special needs / disabilities and mental illness, as well as ages 3 yrs old -17yrs old . I love what I do and I try to...
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Kathleen H.


Shirley, NY

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Loving Care

I care for children, adults and seniors with special needs. I have a daughter (grown) who I raised with special needs (Tourette's syndrome and associated disorders). I focus on kindness, respect, and positive reinforcement. The days are structured yet flexible. I prepare balanced meals and feed when necessary. I assist with...
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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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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
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Kathleen H.


Shirley, NY

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

1.0

(1)

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: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, respite care
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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: Personal care, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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

Care member

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Kristina C.


Blue Point, NY

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have many years of experience in childcare. I worked at a special needs preschool for four years as well as done individual child care since I can remember. I am a very compassionate person, as well as patient. I am that type of person who isn't afraid of getting dirty, loves arts and crafts and is very imaginative. I have...
Kristina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We've hired Kristina for occasional weekend sitting for our 2yr old son. She is great with him, taking care of all his needs and engaging him when he plays. Would definitely hire Kristina again!"

Christine P.

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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
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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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: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jackie helped me with my kids for many years. She was always reliable and kind and patient. She made my family feel comfortable and we always knew our kids were in excellent hands! Jackie is an asset to any family!"

William H.

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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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Michael A.


Middle Island, NY

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

Available Weekdays And Or Weekends For When Parents Have To Go To Work Or Go Out.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced child care with 2 young boys, 1 with special needs. I have a full time job managing a business. I attend school daily. I am currently in college looking forward to get my degree in social work.
Michael can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping
I am a 31-year-old female, I have of experience watching children and I am great with kids!! I am an experienced child care worker, I started babysitting when I was 15 (hired through Sachem School District). I have many years of experience working with individuals with special needs, worked in education as a Staffing...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Alyssa H.


Medford, NY

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

I am a responsible, reliable, and trustworthy 28-year-old and I have experience babysitting two little boys since they were both born who are now 13 and 16 as well as a 6, 7, 3 and 2-year-old since birth. I also have 4 years experience with special needs children. I am a pet lover and am willing to do most anything necessary for...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alexis P.


Patchogue, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For A Sitter? Look No Further

Hello everyone, my name is Alexis. I have many years of experience working with children and also children with special needs. I have also been in the healthcare field for 20 years. I love doing arts and crafts. Video games and baking. I can also help around the house. Let me help you relax
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jaclyn B.


Manorville, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

An organized, Dedicated and professional Child caregiver with 10+ years experience working with 2 to 18year-olds [special needs included]. A provider committed to offering a loving and safe environment where children can flourish. Flexible and adaptable to every child's specific needs. Motivated to keep children happy, healthy...
Jaclyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Brittany L.


Coram, NY

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

6 years as a registered nurse 2 years as nurse practitioner Also experienced in childcare with disability Acls/bls certified
Hi! I am a responsible, caring, and patient future teacher. I have been babysitting for the last seven years and have experience with children ranging in ages from newborn - 12 years old. I currently work as a 1:1 aide at a preschool for children with special needs so I am comfortable caring for children of all needs. I am...
Giovanna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Clureen S.


Coram, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

LPN/CNA/Caregiver

My name is Clureen. I am a very friendly upstanding person who takes her job seriously and professionally love helping and taking care of people that needs assistance. I have worked as an LPN a CNA & caregiver for many years I have great reliable references .

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Shirley, NY

Kelly M.

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 believe). My aunt saw her as a friend...

- Adam S.

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

Kristina C.

5.0

We've hired Kristina for occasional weekend sitting for our 2yr old son. She is great with him, taking care of all his needs and engaging him when he plays. Would definitely hire Kristina again!

- Christine P.

Allie R.

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 recommend Allie enough.

- Steven B.

Jackie M.

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.

- Care member

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