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Find special needs caregivers in Uniondale, NY that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Uniondale, NY

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Uniondale, NY

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Valentina B.


Levittown, NY

$21-27/hr1 yrs exp

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I worked for AHRC as a direct support professional and worked with elderly people with special needs. I worked in a group home and did house work and personal care like bathing and dressing. I work well with older people as well;
Valentina can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning
I have experience in the field of care in general. Mostly with little ones with special needs, but I do also have experience with adults as I helped assist an adult/senior with special needs for almost 2 years. I always consider it that the most important thing to carry with you as a caregiver is compassion. Especially to be...
Catalina can also help with: Companionship, personal care, mobility assistance
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Jamie C.


Levittown, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have over 15+ years of experience with kids from newborn to teens including special needs. I have my CDA, fingerprinted and am CPR certified. References available upon request!
Jamie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Ashley C.


Elmont, NY

$18-24/hr7 yrs exp

I'm a positive and ambitious mother to two boys. For several years, I worked on and off with elderly adults and even adults with special needs. I am certified to administer medication. I have a great time just putting smiles on faces. I just love assisting where I can help someone just navigate throughout the day.
Ashley can also help with: Live-in home care, transportation, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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Kristen F.


Garden City, NY

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Caring And Fun Sitter!

I have many years of experience with children including summer camps, babysitting, tutoring, and working with children with special needs. I love creating a fun and caring environment for kids!
Kristen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
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Stephanie A.


Rockville Centre, NY

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Educator

My name is Stephanie and I have been a child care provider for more than 10 years. My background is in Psychology and Education. I earned a doctoral degree and also have a certification in Behavior Analysis. While my primary experience has been related to Autism and special needs, I have a variety of working with a variety of...
Skills:

First Aid

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Julia B.


Farmingdale, NY

$14-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

From 2016 to 2018 I worked as a teacher's assistant in classrooms with pre-school aged children, both with special needs and without special needs. In that time period I was also a one-to-one aide for a 3-year-old with a physical disability. I am a patient and nurturing caregiver experienced in taking care of children with...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Francita W.


Westbury, NY

$20-35/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! Welcome to my profile, my name is Fran. I have several years of experience providing care for children that are special needs. In addition to that I have countless experience in child care. I also have a background in healthcare as a CNA. I find joy in providing care to anyone in need and would love the opportunity to share...
Francita can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CNA

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Nayra C.


Roslyn Heights, NY

$35/hr9 yrs exp

I Tend To Be Very Noisy Because I Love To Sing And Dance!!!!

I'm Brazilian, 26 y. I am teacher, I work with kids since when I was 17. I have experience with special needs and kids up to 15y. I'd describe my personality as Organized Cheerful Caring I like working with kids because I feel very comfortable with them, I like to teach and play with them. I'm looking for a job that I feel...
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Ivonete L.


Mineola, NY

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny Available (weekdays)

I have over 30 years of experience caring for children, with a strong background in special needs. I provided around-the-clock care to my autistic daughter, until she was recently placed into a permanent residency. I am comfortable taking care of infants, children, and adults of varying level of function. I am very patient and...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a responsible, flexible, reliable, and energetic babysitter who has worked with children of all ages in various environments such as the home, after school programs and summer camps over many years. I've also had the privilege of working with children with special needs (C. P. and Autism) during that time. I have a B....
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Cassidy W.


Massapequa, NY

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

BIO

My name is Cassidy. I am 24 years old living in Massapequa! I have experience with special needs, am very patient, caring, and outgoing. I'm currently fulfilling an associates in disability studies, planning to become an O. T. I'm very comfortable with pets as well. I understand that your children are a very important part of...
Cassidy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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Mindy R.


East Meadow, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Mindy. I am a mom who loves children. I love watching them grow and achieving new milestones, while keeping them safe. I've been babysitting for over 6 years and worked in a school for special needs children for 3+ years. A day with me would include play and laughter. We would go outdoors as much as possible. Reading...
Mindy can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jenna R.


Levittown, NY

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have babysat for family, family friends and neighbors all throughout high school. The kids I babysat went from elementary school to middle school! I am now a teacher aide through Nassau BOCES. I work with special needs kids from all over the spectrum at my current school! I am currently looking for a summer job!
Jenna can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
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Michelle M.


Baldwin, NY

$21-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Michelle I am 29 years old (I've been babysitting and nannying most of my life), I have worked with all types of children including as young as 6 weeks, multiple children, as well as children who have special needs (I have two cousins with autism and CP and I have worked as an in home aid with a child with...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Michele N.


Lynbrook, NY

$38/hr3 yrs exp

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I would like families know that I am a very responsible and loving person. I have a lot of patience. I took care of my elderly parents for years. Also, my son is special needs. I am a very loving and caring mom to him. If you are looking for someone, I am the person for you.
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Catalina E.


Oakland Gardens, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter With 6 Years Of Experience

Having years of experience as a sitter, I also work as a teacher assistant for children between the ages 2.5 to 5 years old. I am experienced with special needs children as well as children in universal pre-k so I am very familiar with the common core standards implemented by the Board of Ed. Working with children is my passion...
Catalina can also help with: Travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Amanda B.


Glen Head, NY

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello, I'm Amanda and I'm from Bayshore, NY! Growing up, I had a very special relationship with my own babysitter who I looked up to. I try to carry her loving, thoughtful influence into my work as a nanny. My child care experience expands across all age groups, including special needs. I find such joy in being a positive mentor...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Damaris R.


Hempstead, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mom of 2, with experience of over 20 years. I have worked with infants in Daycare and school- age children in a classroom and privately. I have worked with special needs children in a classroom setting in addition to residential. My attitude is a positive one, I am flexible and dependable. I love singing and dancing and...
Damaris can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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"To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to recommend Damaris for a nanny/caretaker position. Damaris worked with our family for two and a half years, providing exceptional care for our two children, a 5-month-old baby boy and a 3-year-old girl, at the start of her...

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Jeanette B.


Little Neck, NY

$30-35/hr4 yrs exp

Professional Teacher And Caregiver

Hello! I am a certified teacher who wants to work with children to expose myself to more diversity and work on expanding myself. I am patient, hard-working, friendly, and always flexible. I have worked with camps, special needs 1:1 work, teaching all populations from Pre-K to 12th grade, and I am comfortable with all types of...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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