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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Westbury, NY

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Westbury, NY

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Jaely M.


Valley Stream, NY

$22-23/hr3 yrs exp

4.8

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jaely M is a caring and trust-worthy young lady. Jaely is confident in her skills as a caregiver. Ive witnessed her de-escalate maladaptive behaviors with my autistic son and it was a breath of fresh air. She’s patient with him and re-directs him appropriately....

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Alexandra O.


Rockville Centre, NY

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Summer Babysitter Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Alexandra and I am a Speech Language Pathologist in an educationally based setting. While growing up, I've had many jobs, which required caring for children. These jobs included being a counselor at both sleep away and day camp and babysitting for multiple families with children of all ages. Throughout my graduate...
5.0
"I have used Alexandra for childcare for my special needs son who is almost 4 years old. She is punctual, reliable, and great with kids. I highly recommend her and trust her with my nonverbal son, which I think there's a lot!"

Melissa G.

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Helena H.


Queens Village, NY

$25/hr10 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: Dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & 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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Julieta C.


Franklin Square, NY

$23-25/hr20 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi!! I have been a childcare provider for many years, I love children dearly, I think they're the best!! I have worked with a special needs child, in a day care center, and in private homes with infants, toddlers, preescholers and elementary school children. I'm an honest, loving, responsable and energetic person. I'm also...
Julieta can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Julieta filled in for us for a week while our regular babysitter was out. She is fantastic! She was great with our kids, structured, and kept them busy and active. She is trustworthy, competent, and did a great job. I would highly recommend her for any babysitting...

Lindsay K.

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Ishawrah J.


Cambria Heights, NY

$17-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hello there! Am a loving and energetic baby sitter. Am honest, jovial and punctual. I started babysitting 9 years ago. Worked with newborns, infants, toddlers and teenagers. The last family I worked for I did 5 years with them however they moved back to their home land. I have an 8yrs old daughter and I live in Queens. I have...
Ishawrah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"I hired Ishawra to take care of my 8 months old daughter during the day and my 10 year old son after he got home from school. I admired the way she took care of my kids, always professional and very dependable. My kids loved her, if I ever move back to the same...

Oneisha S.

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Maya N.


Queens Village, NY

$20-25/hr10 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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Debbie C.


Glen Cove, NY

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a loving mother of 2. Author of children's books- looking for full time. ASAP I have over 20 years experience with preemies, newborns, twins, triplets, and 5 years working in schools for special needs children. I am successful with potty training. CPR certified and comfortable with pets. I have a genuine love...
Debbie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I spoke with Debbie once or twice. She was on the top of our hire list after looking/interviewing about 30 people. Our schedules didn't line up but she was the best interview by far. I will be keeping in touch with her in case it works out in the future."

Marilena J.

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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: Errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, transportation, meal prep & more
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Dani C.


Port Washington, NY

$41/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Sitter Available

I've been working with children since I was about 12 years old in several different environments. I have 20 years experience babysitting and about 8 years experience working in education. I have my bachelors in early childhood education and my masters degree in special education. I have a 3-year-old daughter with special needs...
Dani can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Vilma D.


Levittown, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

20+ years experience working in a nursing home/hospital setting. I have experience with dementia and kids with special needs. Looking to take care of your loved ones and lend an ear. I take pride in all the care that I provide. I'm currently working at South shore university hospital for the last 25 years.
Vilma can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, companionship
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Terri M.


Syosset, NY

$17-21/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have many years of life's experiences, working with special needs children and adults in both school environment and home. I have also been a companion for elderly adults who were no longer able to drive, and so, needed help with shopping and doctor's appointments. I also have experience cleaning houses, including laundry...
Terri can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Gina S.


Rockville Centre, NY

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver :)

Hi! My name is Gina. I'm 52 and I am a proud mother of 2 children who are now 24 and 27. I've worked in my local school district for 20+ years as a special needs aid and have absolutely adored the job. I am currently seeking something new to fill my free time with. I am passionate about caring for people and I have plenty of...
Gina can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, transportation, specialized care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Danielle D.


Merrick, NY

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher Looking For Summer Position

Hello! I am a SEIT (Special Education Itinerant Teacher) looking for a babysitting position for the summer while school is out. I have over 10 years of work experience caring for children across different settings, from in-home nannying, to working in a daycare for several years, to working as an in-home Behavioral Therapist, to...
Danielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Katelyn K.


Seaford, NY

$17-26/hr7 yrs exp

Hello! I am Katelyn and I am from Long Island, New York. I am 21 years old and a junior at Towson University. I am studying social sciences with a concentration in education to become a middle or high school teacher. For the past three summers, I have worked at a special education preschool as an aide. Along with my time as...
Katelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Grace S.


Garden City, NY

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Grace! I'm 20 years old and I'm from Garden City, Nassau county. . I am looking for any babysitting job available and have experience in the following: coaching cheerleading, special needs care of all ages (includes swimming supervision, crafts, etc), caring for pets, transportation for children to activities and normal...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Taraanne R.


Hicksville, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Dependable, Loving Hard Working Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello My name is Tara! I'm 37 years old. I have 10 years + of experience. I have experience with ages 6 weeks old-teenage years. I have experience with special needs as well. I currently work at Pre School as a Teaching Assistant. I'm looking to supplement my income. I can be flexible with days, and hours. I'm also a former...
Taraanne can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Lemar G.


Seaford, NY

$19-25/hr2 yrs exp

Senior Care

I am currently a Direct support professional for over 3 years and I also do caregiving . I assist special needs individuals with there daily needs. I enjoy helping people to cope with their daily activities. I work with most special needs patients, dementia care, hospice. I am patient , compassionate , dependable and trustworthy...
Lemar can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

My name is Michele, I'm 28 years old and have 2 wonderful children. My 10-month-old beautiful daughter would be accompanying me on Work days but is friendly, easygoing, lively, and great with other kids. leaving us much freedom to be at your every whim and readily available. I have worked in the childcare industry for 12 years...
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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:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

I have experience working with children and adults who have learning mental, emotional, or physical disabilities. I am a very caring and patient with all my clients taking care of my patients is what I love to do

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Westbury, NY

Jaely M.

4.0

She was very good with my little one, patient with him as well. Attentive to both my boys.

- Care member

Alexandra O.

5.0

I have used Alexandra for childcare for my special needs son who is almost 4 years old. She is punctual, reliable, and great with kids. I highly recommend her and trust her with my nonverbal son, which I think there's a lot!

- Melissa G.

Helena H.

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.

Julieta C.

5.0

Julieta was our nanny for over a year. My daughter absolutely loved her and had so much fun doing activities together. I would definitely recommend her. She was very responsible, caring, consistent and trustworthy.

- Su P.

Ishawrah J.

5.0

I hired Ishawra to take care of my 8 months old daughter during the day and my 10 year old son after he got home from school. I admired the way she took care of my kids, always professional and very dependable. My kids loved her, if I ever move back to the same area I would definitely hire Ishawra...

- Oneisha S.

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