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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Woodside, NY

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Woodside, NY

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Cassie D.


Woodside, NY

$15-22/hr9 yrs exp

Part Or Full Time Sitter/Nanny With Special Needs Experience!!

5.0

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Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

In my years of care giving, I have watched children ranging in newborns to tweens. I have 9 yrs of personal experience and 7 of care giver experience with children with special needs. I am ready and available to pick up/drop off your little ones to and from all activities. I am a firm believer that the arts help stimulate very...
Cassie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Super cheerful and sweet with the kids. My kids loved her, which was quite nice for me (no anxiety leaving them with her!). She handled my children's food allergies with precision, and was able to manage all 3 kids ages 5 and under. She followed our instructions,...

Lauren E.

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Elisa M.


Woodside, NY

$10-50/hr5 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:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

4.0
"Elisa was great with my 2 yo and 4 yo. Very trustworthy and communicative. Will hire again."

Khalifa S.

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Janice D.


Woodside, NY

$25-35/hr6 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Im a Nurse who has few different specialties that allows me to give the opportunity to work on what people needs in many aspect.
I have years of experience with organizations including The Ark, St. Mary's Home for Disabled Children, Hope and Happiness, and others. I worked for Williamson County Schools as a regular sub (at least 3 times a week minimum) primarily for their special education departments. I have cared for children and adults with special...
I am originally from Thailand. I have an experience with children around 2 months to 5-year-olds and used to work as a physical therapist in a hospital and a foundation for children with disabilities. I moved here for an exchange program called Aupair, where I took care of a baby from the age of 2 months to 18 months. I assisted...
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Cheryll E.


Woodside, NY

$19-24/hr1 yrs exp

Have a nephew w/ Autism & had work w/ young adult w/ physical disability for 1 year, a College student before at NYU
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Elisa M.


Woodside, NY

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have experience working in a daycare with children ages 2-12 and with special needs children, especially those who are deaf, autistic, have cerebral palsy, and with severe developmental delays..
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Mariam A.


Woodside, NY

$19-24/hr4 yrs exp

I've worked as a home health aide to a senior that was a double amputee. So I have experience in feeding, getting out of bed and put on their prosthetics , Personal care and hygiene assistance , Vital sign monitoring , Medication administration , Mobility assistance , Special needs, Transfer and positioning , Meal preparation ,...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a teacher, my first language is Spanish but I'm very fluent in English. I have experienced working with kids for my profession and also because I been nannying for more than 5 years. I also have experience as a volunteer with special needs kids. I have experience with newborns, toddlers and big kids. I would describe myself...
Angie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

I have some experience with dementia, as well as special needs children with disabilities such as deafness, autism, and cerebral palsy.
Elisa can also help with: Dementia
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Janice D.


Woodside, NY

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant Looking For Full Time Willing To Travel.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 11 years experience taking care of elderly, special needs, child and newborn. I do own a car and an American citizen. I do take pride of work as I'm a Filipino that hard work is our pride.
Janice can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, meal prep, mobility assistance, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

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Savanna B.


Woodside, NY

$14-20/hr2 yrs exp

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...
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Mary A.


Brooklyn, NY

$27/hr5 yrs exp

Child Care Provider Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Responsible for daily care of adults including dressing, and feeding. Charted daily progress and special need.
Mary can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands
Skills:

CNA

I've been caring for children for seven years. I have experience with caring for multiple children at once. In a classroom setting as well as home setting. I love watching the children grow and reach their milestones. I also have experience with children who have special needs if that s what you seek in a caregiver .
5.0
"Leslie was so sweet and patient with my child. Hired due to her experience in Special Ed preschool and can't say enough good things about her! Trustworthy and responsible and appreciated the wonderful two years she worked for us."

Brittany L.

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Abby F.


New York, NY

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with children for as long as I can remember. Throughout high school, I nannied throughout the summers. I have nannied for a family with a child with special needs; I have nannied for an infant; I have nannied for a family of 5. Last summer after I completed my freshman year at UMD, I worked in a preschool as...
Abby can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Abby is amazing. She's a responsible, loving, playful and very engaging as a nanny and babysitter. She's very creative and finds fun age appropriate activities for our toddler. We love Abby and highly recommend her!"

Brian W.

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Natalia R.


Ozone Park, NY

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced And Goofy Caregiver

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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.

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Camila F.


Jersey City, NJ

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible Babysitter

I have several years of babysitting experience, with children as young as 6 months up to 13 years. I have also worked with children with special needs. Worked at summer camps and Montessori camps so I have experience dealing with several kids at a time. I am responsible, warm and love kids.
Camila can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Camila is super sweet and my kids love her! She is fun, responsible and very flexible. She has been babysitting my kids for two years now. I would definitely recommend her to others!"

Joanne E.

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Shareeda R.


South Ozone Park, NY

$10-35/hr10 yrs exp

Cna/Companion Care Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I enjoy working and helping the elderly. I worked with all different kinds of patients with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Mentally Disable, M. S, Diabetes, Cancer, Stroke, and special needs. I did medication reminders, preparing meals, bathing, dressing, feeding, cooking, laundry, doctors appointments, outdoor activities, and...
Shareeda can also help with: Dementia
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Shreeda is caring,hardworking and great at any thing she does,I have known her a very long time ! She is very dependable and trustworthy! Whatever position she is hired for she will do her very best,"

Gloria R.

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Donatella S.


Long Island City, NY

$30-35/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Donatella. I have experience caring for children of varying ages. I also have experience with children with special needs. My responsibilities have included toddler care, driving children to/from school, play dates, overnights, appointments, overseeing homework and reading time, preparing meals, outdoor...
Donatella can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
5.0
"Donatella has every attribute that you are looking for. reliable, understanding, caring, friendly, punctual, hands on. My children loved her from the moment she stepped into our home (and my littlest is not a fan of most people). Donatella is energetic and gives...

Krissy G.

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Bora Z.


New York, NY

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Outgoing Young Professional With Years Of Childcare And Teaching Experience

I am a young professional living in Brooklyn and am currently in a career transitional period. While I am applying to grad school, I am looking for a preferably consistent role caring for children, although I am open to one-time opportunities at well. I have been caring for children of varying ages for 10 years now. I have...
Bora can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Bora is such was a fantastic nanny to our one year old son. She is super sweet, kind, very gentle and patient. It's a shame we had to move and no longer could work with her. Our son misses her so much and so do we!"

Ornela G.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Woodside, NY

Cassie D.

5.0

Super cheerful and sweet with the kids. My kids loved her, which was quite nice for me (no anxiety leaving them with her!). She handled my children's food allergies with precision, and was able to manage all 3 kids ages 5 and under. She followed our instructions, and they all seemed to have a good...

- Lauren E.

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.

Leslie C.

5.0

Leslie was so sweet and patient with my child. Hired due to her experience in Special Ed preschool and can't say enough good things about her! Trustworthy and responsible and appreciated the wonderful two years she worked for us.

- Brittany L.

Abby F.

5.0

Abby is amazing. She's a responsible, loving, playful and very engaging as a nanny and babysitter. She's very creative and finds fun age appropriate activities for our toddler. We love Abby and highly recommend her!

- Brian W.

Natalia R.

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 really became part of our family...

- Ashley R.

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Ratings for Woodside, NY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Woodside, NY are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.