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Find special needs caregivers in South Ozone Park, NY that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in South Ozone Park, NY

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in South Ozone Park, NY

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Destiny M.


South Ozone Park, NY

$27/hr • 6 yrs exp

About Me/ Care Experience

4.0

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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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Destiny was very good with our needy infant. Our 6mo took to her very quickly. High spirited and good with active play, our son was always happy and laughing with her. She was a great full time nanny with us."

Qinkai Z.

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Shareeda R.


South Ozone Park, NY

$17-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Cna/Companion Care Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I enjoy working and helping the elderly. I worked with all different kinds of patients with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Mentally Disable, M. S, Diabetes, Cancer, Stroke, and special needs. I did medication reminders, preparing meals, bathing, dressing, feeding, cooking, laundry, doctors appointments, outdoor activities, and...
Shareeda can also help with: Dementia
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Shereeda was with our family for over 5 years. She developed a strong, loving relationship with our mother for whom she was caring for. She was caring, gentle, compassionate and reliable. We were lucky to have someone like Shereeda in our lives to help us through...

Brad C.

Take care of newborn from hospital to end of allotted contract by family.. do all related newborn chores and help new parents to care and nurse her newborn.. all related chores.
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

I'd describe my personality as bubbly and trust worthy because being a teacher as well can be just as exciting ! I like working with kids because it gives them a sense of comfort in and out of their home. In a daycare setting even if they have loving families home, else where they are very nurtured and cared for. I'm looking...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Karima R.


South Ozone Park, NY

$10-30/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, personal care, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

With over 10 years of experience in childcare, I can confidently say that caring for children is more than just a job, it's my passion. and also help with a special needs., I've had the joy of working with many families, forming lasting connections with the kids. My goal is always to provide a safe, nurturing, and fun...
5.0
"Very proactive, responsible and caring. Highly recommended "

Day G.

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Lisa C.


South Ozone Park, NY

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Baby Sitter Available

With over 10 years of experience in childcare, I can confidently say that caring for children is more than just a job, it's my passion. I've had the joy of working with many families, forming lasting connections with the kids. My goal is always to provide a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where children feel comfortable and...
Lisa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Hannah F.


Brooklyn, NY

$16-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter/Tutor With Special Needs Experi

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Adept at communicating with children especially in cases where there are challenges (I have worked with non verbal children as well). I am very patient yet know the value and importance of boundaries with children. Above all I value the safety and nurturing of kids, but love to have fun and learn together.
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Hannah cared for my son who has epilepsy and ASD. She was great with him! Highly recommend Hannah."

Susan N.

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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: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My husband and I where very pleased with Jaely. She was great with our kids. Our kids where comfortable with her which is a plus. Will be using her again for the future."

Monique C.

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Hannah W.


Brooklyn, NY

$26-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Current Student And Part-time Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Over the years, I have worked in several childcare positions, and I always ensure I lead with kindness and patience. Most recently, I was an assistant preschool teacher at a Montessori school, where I became certified in positive discipline. I've developed close relationships with the families I've worked for, and they...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Hannah was outstanding with my daughter Elise. From the moment she walked in, she had a warm rapport with Elise and entertained her by reading books, playing on the floor with her, making faces to her and taking her out to a museum. "

Care member

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Abby F.


New York, NY

$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with children for as long as I can remember. Throughout high school, I nannied throughout the summers. I have nannied for a family with a child with special needs; I have nannied for an infant; I have nannied for a family of 5. Last summer after I completed my freshman year at UMD, I worked in a preschool as...
Abby can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Abby is amazing. She's a responsible, loving, playful and very engaging as a nanny and babysitter. She's very creative and finds fun age appropriate activities for our toddler. We love Abby and highly recommend her!"

Brian W.

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Helena H.


Queens Village, NY

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

An Optimistic Outlook. I Consider Your Longevity To Be A Blessing.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Helena here, and it is a pleasure to meet you. In addition to being kind, compassionate, and caring, I was raised in the U. S. Virgin Islands. As the oldest of my siblings, I have always been responsible for caring for people. Consequently, when I was 16, I became a caregiver and never looked back. After growing up with my...
Helena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"You took beautiful care of my wife during our short time together. I appreciate you, Helena; I will recommend you to my family and friends. Keep pushing; I hope to see you soon, but not too soon. Bless"

Kejahni F.

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Marie L.


Brooklyn, NY

$17-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced And Professional Care Provider/ Licensed Teacher/ A Child's Best Friend

I have experience as a babysitter for small infants as well as toddlers. I have cared for twin toddlers , children with special needs, and I am a teacher by profession. I have a Masters degree in education, CPR&First aid certified, and I am very professional, caring, and I am very reliable. I have also served as a personal tutor...
Marie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Maya N.


Queens Village, NY

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love providing care to anyone. I'm a certified HHA with 10 years of experience. I have dealt with all types of people from children to adults including those with special needs. I've had many cases... Bed ridden Colostomy Catheter Alzheimer's Impediment etc. I can perform all aspects of activities of daily living and can work...
5.0
"Maya is a professional through and through. I trust her to take good care of my son."

Valerie B.

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Jessica T.


Brooklyn, NY

$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Modern Mary Poppins

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm Jess, a Brooklyn-based potty-training coach, and writer, who's looking for occasional/temporary childcare gigs as I work on a book and my business. I've been a caregiver since I was a kid myself, and have spent over two decades in childcare in some capacity; babysitting, tutoring, nannying, potty- and sleep-training,...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

4.0
"Jessica was amazing, Very responsive, very punctual and super attentive and kind with my small children. She asked questions to help understand the kids more and my kids were happy with her! "

Care member

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Sheima A.


Springfield Gardens, NY

$45/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have been in special needs field for over 15 years. I work closely with diverse group of people: ADD/ ADHD, Autism, Asperger's syndrome, learning disabilities, speech impairment, and non-complaint behavior. My experience have taught me the value of patience and encouragement. My skill allow me to meet the needs of every...
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Camille N.


Brooklyn, NY

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

NYC Creative & Active Babysitter And Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience caring for the following special needs categories: Down syndrome, Type 1 Diabetes and Autism Spectrum - PDDNOS, Intellectually Disabled.
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Kyara R.


New York, NY

$10-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

- Flexible Hours - Over 5 Year Experience - Assistance With Homework And Creation Of Activities

I have 5+ year experience working with children ages 0-7 years. I also have experience working with children of special needs. I have been an after school group leader for 6 years with a kindergarten class. I am a mother of a newborn baby. I have assisted children with homework and provided academically enriching activities. I...
4.0
"Kyara has worked with all types of children with multiple backgrounds, different ages and special needs. I would recommend her to anyone. "

Lilia R.

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Brocha M.


Brooklyn, NY

$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Brocha. As the oldest of 8 children, I have been babysitting, changing diapers, and playing with kids and babies for as long as I can remember. For the past 7 years, I have been working with adults and children with special needs. I currently assist 2 wonderful little boys with ASD after school. I take them off their...
Brocha can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Brocha is kind, loving, reliable and great with children. My kids love her and beg to have her over all the time. "

Sarah M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in South Ozone Park, NY

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.

Shareeda R.

5.0

Shreeda is caring,hardworking and great at any thing she does,I have known her a very long time ! She is very dependable and trustworthy! Whatever position she is hired for she will do her very best,

- Gloria R.

Lisa C.

5.0

Very proactive, responsible and caring. Highly recommended

- Day G.

Hannah F.

5.0

Hannah cared for my son who has epilepsy and ASD. She was great with him! Highly recommend Hannah.

- Susan N.

Jaely M.

5.0

My husband and I where very pleased with Jaely. She was great with our kids. Our kids where comfortable with her which is a plus. Will be using her again for the future.

- Monique C.

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Ratings for South Ozone Park, NY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in South Ozone Park, NY are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.