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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Wantagh, NY
The average rate is $17/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Wantagh, NY
Sushiela B.
Franklin Square, NY
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.2
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I've always had a passion for caring for children, and with 20 years of experience as a childcare provider, I know I can create a safe and nurturing environment for your child. I have extensive experience with children of all ages, from newborns to preteens. My previous roles have allowed me to work with children with special...
Sushiela can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Liz has been amazing with my son! He is excited when she comes in the morning and sad when she has to leave. Liz is punctual and reliable. She keeps my son engaged and she has been a pleasure to work with."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Lisa. I Have two grown sons ages 27 and 31. I have 25 years experience working with children ages newborn through -12 and have worked with special needs children/ teens as well . Children and animals have always been my passion so no worries if you do have pets as I love them. I am a very loving , caring ,...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lisa is absolutely AMAZING! I loved having her watch my son. She is kind, energetic, and very attentive to your child and their needs. She showed up early and sent me pictures/updates about my son throughout the entire day. I've honestly never trusted someone more...
Kylie L.
Nadia E.
Baldwin, NY
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Nadia. I am currently a student at Molloy College studying biology. I am 21 years old and have experience taking care of individuals with special needs. I can provide references if you would like. I have my own transportation due to the fact that I commute to school. If you ever need me I just ask that you let me...
5.0
"We hired Nadia last minute to watch our two boys, she was friendly, personable, and great with our kids! She was also very flexible with timing. Would highly recommend!"
Alexis C.
Patricia O.
Merrick, NY
$21-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
27 Years Experience Working With Special Needs Children And General Education Also
5.0
(1)
Hi, I've worked and presently still am a special needs teachers aide for s school district. I also have worked for a few families over the past 13 years with children ages 6 months thru 16 (general Ed.) my present job will be ending august 30th. So I am available starting September 3rd in the afternoons. I have references if...
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Patti was a wonderful caretaker for our 4 year old son. She's reliable, punctual and has a very calm disposition that any child would respond quickly to. She really loves kids and kids love her. Patti built a wonderful relationship with my whole family. We will...
Casey S.
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.
5.0
(1)
I have babysat and coached lacrosse for the past 6 years for children up to the ages of 11. I have also worked with special needs in the Best Buddies and Respite program at my church all throughout middle school and high school! I have a car and clean driving record! I don't just sit there but I engage and ensure the kids are...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Caroline is one of the most amazing babysitters I have ever worked with! She is so professional and my kids LOVED her! I would recommend Caroline to anyone!"
Amy W.
Adriana O.
Mineola, NY
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Adriana I am 22 years old studying pre-med. I am a very outgoing and caring person. I have four younger siblings that I would take care of on a daily basis. I also worked at a summer camp in the summer of 2018. Additionally I volunteered for a program that was once a week that allowed me to work one on one with...
Adriana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Adriana is very sweet and attentive. Quickly connected with my son. Very organized for zoom home school assistance. Highly recommend."
Sebastian C.
Chloe W.
Freeport, NY
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Chloe and I have a passion for working with children. I have spent the last 8 summers working in childcare and I absolutely love it! I have experience with children age 2-12 and some experience with children with special needs. I recently earned my master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and am hoping to...
Chloe can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Chloe was a wonderful nanny for our family for over two years. She was a tremendous loss when she moved. I trust her and highly recommend her!!!"
Sarah P.
5.0
(1)
I am currently a Part-time Special Ed. teacher's Aide. I have been working in the School District for 22 years. Along with that I have worked for 2 families, caring for their children. I drove and picked them up from school, stayed with them till their parents came home, and also drove them to different functions. The second...
Alexa F.
Massapequa, NY
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a college graduate and certified elementary school teacher currently working as a permanent sub. I have always loved working with children from working as a camp counselor to babysitting throughout high school and college. I also work at a summer program for children with special needs. As a babysitter, I have had the...
Alexa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We first met Alexa when she was working as a counselor for our older daughter at the local summer recreation program. We have since hired her as our babysitter and she has been working for us for the past 4 years. Alexa puts her heart into her job and both of my...
Carrie L.
Nalijah W.
Amityville, NY
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently employed as a Special Education Teacher's Assistant at a Charter School in Dekalb County. I have experience working with children from kindergarten to twelfth grade. Daily I help my students understand material that they find difficult. During the summer months I work as a director at camp for children with...
Jenny C.
Lynbrook, NY
$25-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care. Testament/Special Needs
Nutrition Parent Support Activities
Jenny can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Danielle M.
Lindenhurst, NY
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with crafts, errands, laundry, cooking/meal prep, light housekeeping. Currently employed at an Integrated special needs School as a teaching assistant.
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
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
Danielle P.
Plainview, NY
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Danielle. I've been working with children for quite a few years now and it is my passion. I've traveled to Africa to volunteer teaching children as well as worked with multiple organizations involving child care and working with children with special needs. I have worked with children ages 2 months - 11 years old so I...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi, my name is Amanda. I'm currently in school at Stony Brook University, specializing in working with individuals with disabilities. I am a New York State EMT and volunteer at my fire department. Additionally, I am CPR certified.
I started working with individuals with special needs at 18 and now have 7 years paid experience....
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Damaris R.
Hempstead, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 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
5.0
"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...
Jennifer H.
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
Isabela S.
Roslyn Heights, NY
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Former au pair, I have a lot of experience with children. I did everything related to children, bottles, cooking, laundry, homework, playing, driving etc.
On my first year as an aupair I took care of two boys ages 5 and 2 and on my second year I took care of two girls ages 4 and 1 and a boy age 9.
I would like to continue...
Isabela can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Katie L.
Roslyn Heights, NY
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working and taking care of children since I was in my 20's. I used to be a live-in nanny for four girls in Montclair, NJ. I have experience taking care of children of all ages, including special needs babies & young children. Very fun, loving, and creative. I'm also an animal lover & great with pets of any kind. I...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wantagh, NY
Sushiela B.
5.0
Sushiela (Liz) has been with my family for 3 years and has been amazing with my daughter (6) and son (4). Since my work schedule is hectic, Sushiela has always been accommodating and flexible; she is also punctual for school drop offs and pick ups. She makes sure the kids’ homeworks are done...
- Care member
Lisa F.
5.0
Lisa is absolutely AMAZING! I loved having her watch my son. She is kind, energetic, and very attentive to your child and their needs. She showed up early and sent me pictures/updates about my son throughout the entire day. I've honestly never trusted someone more to be with my baby. I'll hire her...
- Kylie L.
Nadia E.
5.0
We hired Nadia last minute to watch our two boys, she was friendly, personable, and great with our kids! She was also very flexible with timing. Would highly recommend!
- Alexis C.
Patricia O.
5.0
Patti was a wonderful caretaker for our 4 year old son. She's reliable, punctual and has a very calm disposition that any child would respond quickly to. She really loves kids and kids love her. Patti built a wonderful relationship with my whole family. We will miss having her around. We strongly...
- Casey S.
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.
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