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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Smithtown, NY
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Smithtown, NY
Cindy R.
Huntington Station, NY
$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a student at New England College this is my senior year and I'm originally from New York
I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has experience in caring for children all ages. I have worked with children in summer camps and preschools also children who have special needs. With me, your children will...
Cindy can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Suzanne, I am 53 yrs old, I have worked in a Nursing home for 15 yrs and I also have worked for Special Needs Adults and Children.
5.0
"Suzie has been an excellent caretaker to my son and daughter and she has become a member of our family! She always goes above and beyond and will treat your child like they are one of her own! She is reliable, punctual, experienced as well as patient, loving and...
Gina T.
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 28-year-old former CNA with plenty of experience with children including special needs children as well. Iv worked in two different elementary schools over three years so working with large groups of children is something I'm well at as well. I'm CPR certified and have a clean driving record. I'm very friendly, outgoing...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"For the time Melissa watched our baby girl, she's always been punctual and dependable. She even helped adjust our baby to taking naps in her crib!"
Josseline M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Seeking Full-time Live-in or Live Out Nanny position. Moved to Long Island last year so I can be closer to my new granddaughter. Hometown is San Antonio, Tx. Open to relocate back to San Antonio for right family long term.
Over 20 yrs experience as a Nanny/Child caregiver, former foster parent, and substitute teacher's...
Paula can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Paula is a great asset to my single mom household. She is very punctual and great with the kids. Paula is also a Mom and doesn't let my little ones get things past her. She also helps me with my daughter who has Type 1 Diabetes doing her shots, blood sugar tests...
Michelle L.
Alyssa C.
East Setauket, NY
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Umadai. Im 54. I am fully vaccinated against COVID19. I have 10+ years experience working with kids newborn-teen. I also have experience with special needs children and adults. I do not mind helping with small household chores. I look forward to hearing from you!
5.0
"Umadai has been taking care of my child for the last 7 years. He is special needs. She is very caring, Responsible, and attentive to all his needs. I would highly recommend her.
She is phenomenal."
Omaira V.
Lauren M.
Centereach, NY
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very sweet with my daughter, always on time. Kept a consistent work quality."
Care member
Christine C.
Deer Park, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I worked as a para educator in New York. I am trained in ABA, CPR, First Aide, and CPI. I have had children from 5 - 14 years of age, some very low functioning and some high. I have done community outings with these children. One child in particular was non verbal. I taught him to use the computer after many months he was typing...
5.0
"Christine is awesome. She is super dependable and was able to manage with ease. My twin babies love her. They become so happy the minute she walks in. She does not sit idle a minute, she is always trying to help out with house work etc when the babies sleep. I...
Ramya S.
Elise H.
Nesconset, NY
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
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: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep & 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...
Care member
4.3
(6)
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jackie was on-time, enthusiastic, and sweet with the baby. We felt very comfortable leaving our son with her, and would definitely use this service again. She was excellent. Very warm and set our hearts at ease the minute she walked in the door."
Tae F.
5.0
(1)
I'm an experienced caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and adults and able to assist with ADLs and some occupational therapy as well. I enjoy helping to make peoples lives less stressful and more enjoyable. I am first aid and CPR certified I've been in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have extensive...
5.0
(1)
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Anweshi is a very reliable and fantastic tutor. I highly recommend her!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(2)
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 T. A in an Autistic school. SCIP trained. I babysat a variety of families in...
Sharon can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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 :-) "
Care member
5.0
(10)
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, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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...
Care member
Madelyn D.
Hauppauge, NY
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, I hope you are doing well! I recently graduated SUNY Oswego where I received my bachelor's degree in childhood education. While I was away at school I worked at a daycare with ages ranging from infancy to school-aged children. I used to work for Western Suffolk Boces as a paraprofessional with kids with special needs. I have...
Madelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
5.0
"Madelyn came to my home and looked after my cats while I was away. She came by at least a couple of times a day to feed and check in on them. Madelyn also let them in and out and took care of the liter boxes. When I got home my cats were happy to see me but they...
Bill H.
5.0
(2)
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
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...
Mila C.
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am caring person, professional treat your family as if it was my very own. I work for assisted living for over 10 years. With supervisors to vouch for me also. I am really loving up beat full of life. Some people do this for money I do this because I care. I work as a volunteer just because a family needed help. As I m the...
Lasandra can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Smithtown, NY
Suzanne J.
5.0
Suzie has been an excellent caretaker to my son and daughter and she has become a member of our family! She always goes above and beyond and will treat your child like they are one of her own! She is reliable, punctual, experienced as well as patient, loving and kind. If you hire Suzie your children...
- Gina T.
Annmarie C.
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 emergency occasions, Annemarie was there...
- Sophia T.
Melissa S.
5.0
For the time Melissa watched our baby girl, she's always been punctual and dependable. She even helped adjust our baby to taking naps in her crib!
- Josseline M.
Paula P.
5.0
Paula is a great asset to my single mom household. She is very punctual and great with the kids. Paula is also a Mom and doesn't let my little ones get things past her. She also helps me with my daughter who has Type 1 Diabetes doing her shots, blood sugar tests and special meal planning for lunch...
- Michelle L.
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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Ratings for Smithtown, NY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Smithtown, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.