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Find special needs caregivers in South Richmond Hill, NY that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in South Richmond Hill, NY

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years

Special needs caregivers in South Richmond Hill, NY

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Brittany T.


New York, NY

$17/hr • 5 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've working with children who are along the spectrum for about five years. I started in a group home working as a direct care counselor for 2. 5 years. Then I worked as a home health aid for a young girl who had NF1 and was blind. After her I then worked for a family who had two young boys and were along the spectrum. I was...
5.0
"Brittany worked for us a little less than two years, than we moved back to Italy. That is the only reason why she is not with us anymore. Brittany became quickly part of our family. She traveled with us in America and in Italy. She is smart, witty, well educated,...

Lavinia M.

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Mishka R.


Brooklyn, NY

$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

EXPERIENCED NYC DATE NIGHT/ LAST MINUTE SITTER

4.3

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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello parents! My name is Mishka. I am 35 years old and I am young woman with a nursing background, I am a natural caregiver who is extremely compassionate and nurturing. I am extremely active and playful, I also love crafts. I also believe in teaching and engaging a child's mind. I have over 12 years of experience with children...
Mishka can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Mishka spent two weeks with us whilst we were on holiday from Australia, she spent every evening with our two daughters (4 & 2 years old). She had dinner with them and put them down to sleep, and very quickly built a special bond with them. She was kind,...

Renata P.

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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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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! "

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Perla E.


Astoria, NY

$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Billingual, Musical And Fun Loving Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Perla. I'm a Computer Science college student with 8+ years of experience in child care and Math tutoring. I'm an English and Spanish native speaker. I'm very active. I love bike riding, playing soccer, playing guitar and ukulele. Also, I'm experienced with kids from ages 1 to 13 and kids with special needs.
Perla can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Perla is caring, responsible, clever and punctual. She is fabulous with my kids. She is patient, enthusiastic and deeply interested in their development. She has worked with us for over a year and we are super grateful!"

Tirza S.

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Sarah Y.


New York, NY

$17-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight And Weekend Babysitting Jobs

Hello! My name is Sarah. I am 20 years old and I have grown up in four different countries, but have lived in the New York area for the majority of my life. I am fluent in English and proficient in Korean and Mandarin. I come from a family of three children. My parents taught me the value of education and strong moral values...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Absolutely the best! Caring, attentive, fun, energetic. A treasure."

Jennifer M.

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Katherine B.


New York, NY

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special/Deaf Education Teacher With Master's Degree, 5+ Years Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing and I am looking for part time tutoring/childcare opportunities. In 2017, I received my Master of Arts in Teaching from The College of New Jersey and am in my 7th year of teaching. I have experience as a college-level academic writing tutor, American Sign Language...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Katie is amazing. We have worked with her for years. She is a great role model for my children in all she does. She is also great with the kids, knowing how to get them motivated for homework while still being Miss Katie. She is awesome!"

Ashleigh S.

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Jennifer F.


Middle Village, NY

$22/hr • 6 yrs exp

Caring Like Family

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a trained Nurses Assistant and a Home Health Aide. I have 6 years experience working with the elderly in a home settling . I have experience with clients with dementia, special needs , as well as hospice care. I can provide the following services: medication reminder, record vitals, assist with bathing , dressing ,...
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, personal care, visiting physician, hospice services, visiting nurse
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"I hesitate to say too much because I don't want anyone to steal her from us. Mom just loves her, which is half the battle here. Mom mostly needs companionship. Jennifer is prompt, easy-going, genuinely interested and eager to participate during PT or whatever is...

Jodi D.

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Trishanna W.


Brooklyn, NY

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Efficient Caregiver.

Hi I'm Trishanna, a special needs caregiver with over 10 years paid experience. I am efficient, patient, punctual, hardworking and a problem solver . Quick thinker in situations that require prompt attention. My credentials are extensive and exceptional. I'm proficient in the field of Cna , pca and Hha . Your family member is my...
5.0
"She was proficient in her words. Very eloquent and knowledgeable."

Peter L.

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Taryn T.


New York, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Play Is Our Brain's Favorite Way To Learn. I Can Help! ISO F/T Position.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a certified occupational therapy assistant (COTA) and full time nanny! I have extensive experience working with NYC, mainly UWS, families. Because of my OT and nanny experience, I am able to facilitate a rich learning environment that is fun. After all, the best kind of learning comes from play! *At the moment I am...
Taryn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Taryn is a charming and magnificent person. She's not only friendly, but smart and talented. Definitely the best!"

Edwin F.

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Amanda T.


Astoria, NY

$22-33/hr • 10 yrs exp

child care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Amanda! **Currently looking for SUMMER 2024** A little about myself, I am a 3rd grade Special Ed teacher in Midtown. I have my Masters in Exceptional Student Education and have a certificate in Pre-K Disabilities. I have 13 years of nannying experience for children of all ages, but have the most experience with...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I have two little girls with special needs and I knew I couldn't choose just anyone. Amanda was our nanny for over a year . She has a very warm, bubbly and sweet personality . Which was exactly what my daughters needed. She was very loving and caring with both of...

Jess E.

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Grace A.


New York, NY

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with kids of all abilities and disabilities for 10 years. I was employed as a caregiver for children with severe special needs for 4 years. Now, I am hoping to continue working with children of all levels!
Grace can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Very warm and friendly, like we already knew her!"

Jennifer S.

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Malika J.


Elmont, NY

$30-35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a loving and patient nanny/Doula with four years of experience. I have extensive background and training in dealing with children, Special need (Autism and behavioral issues). As perviously a Child Protective Specialist. Supported with a bachelors degree in counseling. I focused on child care and health, supported by a...
Malika can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"I am thrilled to share my experience with Malika, who has been an exceptional caregiver. From the very beginning, it was clear that she is someone who genuinely cares about the well-being of those she looks after. Malika consistently demonstrates a remarkable...

Nicole A.

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Nate L.


Brooklyn, NY

$25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Nate and I've been working with children my entire adult life! I got my start working at a camp counselor from the age of 13. Since then I've been babysitting, giving music lessons, and tutoring children of all ages. In 2019 I obtained my BS from SUNY New Paltz for jazz performance. Music is my passion and childcare...
Nate can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Nate to pick up our kids from school daily and entertain them in the afternoons. He has been working for us for over two years and has provided wonderful support and a warm environment for our kids (ages 4 & 7), who adore him. He is patient, kind, and fun!"

Kathryn W.

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Elisa M.


Woodside, NY

$10-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Weekend Caregiver Available

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I graduated from Saint John's University in May 2016 with a bachelor's in Administrative Studies and a minor in Italian. I worked in a daycare for summers 2012-2015, with children ranging from ages 2 to 12. As a teacher assistant, I helped with feeding, potty training, diaper changing, and homework. I volunteered in a school for...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Elisa sat for us while we worked from home. She played with our one-year old all day, adhered to his nap schedule, read him books, took him outside twice to get some fresh air, made his lunches and snacks and then left the house cleaner than it was when she...

Paula D.

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Maria P.


New York, NY

$17-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

I first discovered my fondness for children when my mother started babysitting in our home. As I watched the children grow, so too did my admiration. When I moved out of my family home for college, I immediately got a job babysitting. During my studies, I also worked with and cared for special needs children at the Florida...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Maria is a magnificent person, patient, honest, friendly, reliable and professional, dedicated. We are a family with a 5-year-old boy and 3-year-old twins. Maria had the capacity and methodology to develop activities and watch over our little ones."

Mariangel C.

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Megan D.


Bronx, NY

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Assistance

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In 1964 the American Musical Fantasy film Mary Poppins was released. This has left an everlasting expectation of the perfect nanny. If you've seen this Supercalifragilisticexpialidous film and thought a nanny could do justice for your family, then you've come to the perfect place! Mary Poppins has nothing on me! I have...
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Haley K.


New York, NY

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

At the age of 10, I began babysitting my younger siblings one of whom has Cerebral Palsy. Caring for a child with special needs has allowed me to develop a unique skill set that is based upon patience and determination which is something that can only be learned through experience. I am extremely energetic and outgoing and...
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Anita D.


Brooklyn, NY

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Vibrant, Retired Mom Of 3 (2 With Special Needs)

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I'm excited to get to know you and your family! I'm a retired first responder looking to fill my schedule purposefully. I know just how busy life can get so if I can help a family by lending my time to care for their children as well as they would, I'd love the opportunity. I hope you all find amazing caretakers for your little...
Anita can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Anita is wonderful, and I would highly recommend working with her! Anita came over in advance of a date night and took the time to get to know our 1 year old, building trust and comfort level with him. He is often quite shy with new people, and Anita immediately...

Julia M.

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Sabina D.


Brooklyn, NY

$18-26/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 24 years old, I am very clean-cut, bubbly, very responsible, and positive. I grew up with children all around me, of all ages. I am fully vaccinated and have years of experience with caring for infants, groups of children, and special needs toddlers. I am a recent graduate from The New School where I graduated top of my...
Sabina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"As other moms can relate, it is not easy to find a caregiver who you like and your child connects with. Sabina is the very first babysitter that I worked with via Care.com. She met and exceeded my expectations. Sabina came early meet us and put in effort to make my...

Remya T.

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Leandro M.


Brooklyn, NY

$20-30/hr

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 50-year-old immigrant from Argentina, a musician by trade. I have been naturalized in the US since 2003. I have been married for 23 years and have two teenage sons. I have been a stay-at-home dad, caring for my children for over a decade. I am currently finishing my graduate studies and training as a mental health...
5.0
"Leandro worked for my 51 year old son as personal assistant and caregiver for 3 months, He was kind, attentive and dependable. Leandro was always ready to assist my son and our family in anyway we requested. He also assisted my son in performing his physical...

Robert P.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in South Richmond Hill, NY

Brittany T.

5.0

Brittany worked for us a little less than two years, than we moved back to Italy. That is the only reason why she is not with us anymore. Brittany became quickly part of our family. She traveled with us in America and in Italy. She is smart, witty, well educated, honest, sweet, mature and...

- Lavinia M.

Mishka R.

5.0

We hired Mishka for two days to give us a hand with the kids when we were shorthanded. She helped with meal prep for our 4yo and watched over her while we put our newborn to bed. She was excellent and we would definitely recommend her. Our daughter still asks about her!

- David D.

Jessica T.

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

Perla E.

5.0

Perla is responsible, loving and the kids adore her. She worked for our family for over a year and was energetic, thoughtful and hardworking. She made sure the kids had fun by arranging activities and play dates. She cooked, kept the house tidy, packed lunches, helped with homework etc etc. She is...

- Crystal S.

Sarah Y.

5.0

Absolutely the best! Caring, attentive, fun, energetic. A treasure.

- Jennifer M.

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