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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Springfield Gardens, NY
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Springfield Gardens, NY
Sheima A.
Springfield Gardens, NY
$45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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...
4.8
(6)
I'm very patient and personable. I know CPR and First Aid. I've worked at a daycare for about 6 years, so I have experience taking care of different ages. My job as a child care assistant included answering the phone, working with the parents, taking care of the children, cooking their meals, and teaching them essential learning...
Sade can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Sade is a hard worker & great leader.
I would highly recommend her for all leadership roles."
Reba P.
Edlyn U.
Springfield Gardens, NY
$25-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
Compassionate And Experienced Caregiver For Special Needs Children
Hello! My name is Edlyn and I have a deep passion for caring for children, particularly those with special needs. With my 20 plus of experience working with kids in various capacities, I bring patience, empathy, and a warm-hearted approach to caregiving.
I am skilled at creating a safe and nurturing environment while...
Hello there! Im Damali and Im 31 years. Im a Penn foster graduate and finished get my CDA. I'm a pre-k assistant teacher for 5 years. I have been babysitting/nanny for 7 years and have 16 experience in teaching ages birth to 16 years old. I love taking care of children and guiding them the right way. I love do arts and crafts,...
With 7 years of dedicated experience in special needs care, I bring a wealth of skills and certifications to ensure the highest quality of support. I am certified in CPR, Basic Life Support (BLS), First Aid, Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and as a Medication Technician. My...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jacquelyn, I am a certified educator with the Early Child Development Association with a specialty in Infant/Toddlers and I am a Full Spectrum Doula. My experience is based on 7+ years of caretaking, teaching as a preschool teacher/ middle school art instructor. I truly enjoy teaching children, as I believe a...
Melissa C.
Springfield Gardens, NY
$20-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Working With Children Is What I Do, I Like Helping
I'd describe my personality as passionate, honest , loving, enthusiastic.
I like working with children because it allows me to expand my knowledge: I have spent my entire life working with children, including siblings and little cousins. However, I began professionally working with children four years ago. I work with special...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Yanique, and I am an experienced and dedicated nanny with a little over 2 years of professional childcare experience. I have a genuine love for children and a passion for helping them grow and learn in a safe and nurturing environment. I'm a reliable and patient individual who will make sure your child/children...
Yanique can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Latania B.
Springfield Gardens, NY
$22-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am family oriented, I'm a mom to 3 boys, two that are special needs. I'm attentive, supportive, honest and reliable. I been working in healthcare for 10 years now. I am hands on.
Latania can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
I'm a very nice loving and caring individual who loves to be patient with adults who are disabled and with special needs have experienced working with children and adults with special needs and it has been a joy for me to help assist them with there daily ADL to ensure that they are happy and feel appreciated
Alecia can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Rosaria C.
Oceanside, NY
$25-28/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a fun loving energetic woman who has had many experiences with children as a mother and a teacher. I have worked with kids with special needs and with senior people affected by dementia. I am a woman with high moral values. I believe in honesty and integrity
5.0
"Rosaria is wonderful! She is so good with my kids, completely engages with them and they have so much fun with her. She is absolutely amazing at helping keep things tidy. We are very lucky to have found her."
Katelyn K.
4.7
(8)
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
CPR
Special Needs Care
4.0
"Elisa was great with my 2 yo and 4 yo. Very trustworthy and communicative. Will hire again."
Khalifa S.
5.0
(4)
Hi there!
I'm a senior in the Childhood Education program at Hunter College. I'm compassionate, curious, and have experience working with children ages 2 to 11, newborns, toddlers, and children with special needs. I'm passionate about providing a safe and nurturing environment that fosters positive development for children. I...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Julia is great with my two kids and with other children in our neighborhood that I’ve seen. She is always ready to play, has creative ideas and a lot of patience. My kids love spending time with her! "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Crystal and I'm 30 years old. I have been working/caring for children for over years, & in the special needs field for years, with over 25+ child related certifications. I am back ground checked and fingerprinted as well. I am driven and devoted to helping families all around.
Date nights, any time after 330 p.m. on...
Crystal can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is very friendly and nice. And kids loved her too. We will definitely be with her next time."
Jinkyu H.
Savanna B.
Woodside, NY
$14-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm Savanna. I've been a waitress at Friendlys for 3 years now. I just moved back to the city! I have three years of experience with a child who suffered Aspergers. I have two years of experience with infants as his baby brother was born a year after. I have open availability and transportation to you or for children to...
3.7
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My care-giving experience is extensive, which has exposed me to a wide range of cultures and backgrounds. I have worked with families who had children with ASD, CP, ADHD, etc. so I understand the responsibilities that are expected of me as a special needs caregiver. One thing that I have learned from care-giving is that each...
Natalia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Natalia worked for us for about a year and was truly a godsend. She is extremely patient, loving, caring, fun, energetic, and creative. She assisted with my sons therapy and he hit so many developmental milestones thanks to her hard work and consistent effort. She...
Ashley R.
Drita V.
New Hyde Park, NY
$35-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Professional and personal 10 years plus experience with people in special needs, different age as well as diagnosis.
CPR/ FIRST AID , PCT and HHA certified. Drive and have my own car. Looking forward to discuss your needs and give me a chance to make a difference with you/your loved one. Great references upon request. Thank...
4.0
"Drita cares about her clients and is very patient. She is a hard worker and enjoys working with the disabled"
Wendy A.
5.0
(2)
Hi I'm Josey! I'm 22 and have been babysitting and nannying for 9 years now. I taught a special needs cheer team in my Highschool and love working w kids of all abilities. I also worked in an independent living retirement home and enjoy spending time and helping out with elders. I love being around kids of all ages and enjoy...
Josey can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Josie is a very personable young lady who is extremely dependable and responsible. She will love and care for your children, make them laugh, and do fun things with them. I highly recommend her!"
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Aside from my bachelors degree in nursing, I am a compassionate, loving & a caring person. I rejoice in every opportunity available to provide care for patients needing assistance. My sturdy built is likewise a plus for special needs in transporting immobile patients. Can easily perform duties like wheelchair mobilization &...
5.0
"Billie is a gem. He's calm and has nerves of steel. He helped me move my elderly father with dementia from one apartment to another. He was gracious, incredibly patient, and completely rolled with things, even as my father was difficult to manage. He's fantastic!!"
Jill G.
Cloe M.
Brooklyn, NY
$17-22/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a younger brother who has down syndrome. We are 2. 5 years apart, and growing up (4 out of 5 kids) him & I were the closest. I did any and everything for him! From walks, to feeding, playing, showering, taking care of everything you can think of. He has cancer for 4 years at 5 years old, and our entire lives changed. He...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Springfield Gardens, NY
Sade P.
5.0
She is a joy to work with. Dependable, punctual, nurturing and the children love her!
- Tamykah A.
Rosaria C.
5.0
Rosaria is wonderful! She is so good with my kids, completely engages with them and they have so much fun with her. She is absolutely amazing at helping keep things tidy. We are very lucky to have found her.
- Katelyn K.
Elisa M.
5.0
Elisa is currently caring for my 17 mos old son 3 days/week while I work from home. She is punctual, kind, flexible and keeps up with our routine. She also takes him to the park daily. My son is happy when she arrives!
- Victoria G.
Julia C.
5.0
Julia babysat for us a couple of times for date nights. The first time she worked for us, she came in a lot earlier that our date night in order to speak with us about Yoko’s night routine and give us overall reassurance. We are first-time parents and leaving our baby for the first time was very...
- Care member
Crystal H.
5.0
Crystal is kind and compassionate, she's a very helpful assistant with a lot of love and patience. Although we've only had our second class, my child really likes her and enjoys being with her.
- Lin C.
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Ratings for Springfield Gardens, NY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Springfield Gardens, NY are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.