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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Yonkers, NY

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Yonkers, NY

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Lanisha S.


Yonkers, NY

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a natural love for learning so I always wanted to be a teacher. Life lead me to caring for elderly and landed me a job at a pediatric center for medically fragile children where I worked as a nursing assistant with children up to age 21. Many of the children I've worked with have various health diagnoses and/or physically...
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Brian C.


Yonkers, NY

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

Male Caregiver

Hi, I'm a passionate child caregiver with a heart for making a positive impact in the lives of children. For the past two years, I've been dedicated to taking care of children with special needs, gaining invaluable experience in providing tailored support and fostering an inclusive environment. With a background as a summer...
5.0
"Brian is caring, thoughtful, and kind. He has cared for and tutored my son who is developmentally disabled for a few years now. He does everything from shooting baskets, to speaking about his day and how he’s feeling, working on his homework with him, and much...

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Beatriz P.


Yonkers, NY

$24-30/hr5 yrs exp

Graduate Student Looking For Occasional Babysitting Jobs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Beatriz and I'm 24 years old. I am a first-year Physician Assistant student at Pace University. I'm a super big sister and auntie! I have extensive experience with children of all ages, including children with special needs, such as autism and Down Syndrome. Additionally, in high school I babysat for a variety...
Beatriz can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"I wish there were 10 stars! I cannot speak highly enough about Beatriz. When I tell my boys, 3 & 5, Beatriz is coming to babysit they literally watch the clock counting down the minutes until she arrives. To say they adore her is an understatement. Beatriz is...

Lauren R.

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Sheridan M.


Yonkers, NY

$17-20/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Weeknights!

Hi there, my name is Sheridan! I am an experienced babysitter who is currently a full-time graduate student looking to find some babysitting work. I nannied full-time from 2019 to 2022 for little ones between the ages of 5 months to 4 years old, and then part-time for the first half of this year watching a 1 and 3-year-old. I...
Sheridan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sheridan is an absolutely phenomenal babysitter, artists and all around great person. I've known her for many years and she is very trustworthy and competent."

Cesar A.

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Lanisha S.


Yonkers, NY

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Great Babysitter Available For You

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Good day families and friends I will have some availability over the Christmas break starting this Friday 12/20-12/31. Please reach out if you are looking for care. This is ONLY for the break. A lil bit about me, I started out babysitting my younger siblings and children of relatives. After high school I became a camp counselor...
Lanisha can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I have been so fortunate to have Lanisha helping me with my 8 month old twin babies over the last few months. Lanisha is an extremely engaging sitter, and has a positive, happy attitude that my babies absolutely love. She has been excellent about doing tons of...

Janine C.

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Catherine I.


Yonkers, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Elder Care, Child Care

*CHHA, CPR, AED * I recently moved to Westchester County from NJ. 5/22 - present/ Spring Valley NY For almost 3 years, I've been taking care of a wonderful woman who has macula degeneration and recently hearing loss. duties: Dr appts, cooking, tidying up, meds, shopping, hygiene, exercise, and companionship. 7/2012 - 4/2022...
Catherine can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Cathy is proactive and helps out with everyday chores without us having to even ask! She takes safety and well-being of our child seriously and creates fun and educational activities for him. "

Mary A.

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Nancy V.


Yonkers, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time: Teacher Assistant For Kids Of Special Needs

I'm a retired Teacher Assistant with over 20 years of experience at the New York Institute of Special Education, specializing in K-12 students with special needs. During my career, I supported the lead teacher, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and helped students with motor skills and transitions using visual aids,...
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Bryan K.


Yonkers, NY

< $10/hr10 yrs exp

Secondary Special Education Teacher Looking For Summer Work!

Hello! My name is Bryan and I am a middle school special education teacher. I have been a full time teacher for 10 years now. Additionally, I have been babysitting and working in the day camp industry for 15 plus years. At the moment, I am looking for any jobs during the summer when school is officially out. My availability for...
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Rosabeth E.


Yonkers, NY

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

Home Care Looking For P/T Or F/T Job

I've been a home care person for the past 6 years now I have assisted elders with getting them dressed, giving them showers, preparing meals, cleaning their home. I have also worked with hoyer lifts and wheelchairs. I've worked with many elder as well as younger kids, I've been doing this type of work for a while now and I enjoy...
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Francisco D.


Yonkers, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I enjoy working with individuals with special needs. I've been in this field for 16 years and I consider this more than just a job. Truly love what I do and enjoy the connections I've made with individuals throughout my years . I'm currently a Residential Asst Manager overlooking 89 individuals but now I'm looking for a change...
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Itzel A.


Yonkers, NY

$30-45/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Itzel. I live in Westchester County and graduated from Ithaca College ! My major (Recreational Therapy) has allowed me to expand my ideas and creativity when planning interventions for children. Growing up, I've always had a strong passion for kids and understand the importance of providing children with the proper care...
Hi , would like to get experience with kid with disability . I would like take care with old the love and respect.
I've been working and volunteering with special kids and adults for the past 11 years. Coaching special needs soccer teams to working in an Autistic Behavioral School. In 2020-2021 I left the special needs school where I was working to work as a nanny for the little girl I had as a One to One. I became a nanny for her family and...
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Jaclyn D.


Yonkers, NY

$20-50/hr

Teacher Assistant/ Tutor

I have 6 years experience working with special needs students. I started off as a Paraprofessional at Westchester School for Special Children. I currently work as a teacher assistant for Yonkers Public Schools in an ICT classroom. I am committed to changing the lives of students and guiding them to their full potential. I...
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Louise S.


Yonkers, NY

$17-50/hr3 yrs exp

Teacher Assistant

I've been working with special-needs children since I was 19 years old at sale at Ferncliff Manor I have been there for 20 years and resigned to go work with preschool children and Brookfield Connecticut. I am still present at that job. it's called Country Kids play phone And I love working with children. I think it's a...
Hi, I have 17 years working with children in different facets of mental health. I have work in different mental health agencies. In addition, have work in public school system as a mental health consultant.
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Kayneesha H.


Yonkers, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Dependable/ Flexible Nanny

Hello, I have 20 years of experience with working with children. I have 5 years experience with working with seniors. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Dressing Assistance/Cooking. I have a background in education (Teacher Assistant & Tutor). I am a great multitasker. I am dependable and my schedule is flexible. I...
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Linette R.


Yonkers, NY

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Linette, I've been working with people with disabilities for 14 years. I've worked with people with different types of disabilities and different age groups. The youngest individual I worked with and assisted was 2 years old and the oldest was 86 years old. What brought me into the field is the love I have for helping...
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Maureen H.


Yonkers, NY

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have experience working with people with developmental disabilities, mental health issues, ambulation difficulties (use of walker, leg brace, cane, wheelchair). When working with people, I encourage them to be as independent as possible while continuing to monitor their safety and well-being. My experience in this field...
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Carla D.


Yonkers, NY

$19-24/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Health Aide of 6 professional years Have worked with special needs and area of concentration is personal care/psychology.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Yonkers, NY

Brian C.

5.0

Brian is caring, thoughtful, and kind. He has cared for and tutored my son who is developmentally disabled for a few years now. He does everything from shooting baskets, to speaking about his day and how he’s feeling, working on his homework with him, and much more. He’s become part of the family...

- Care member

Beatriz P.

5.0

I wish there were 10 stars! I cannot speak highly enough about Beatriz. When I tell my boys, 3 & 5, Beatriz is coming to babysit they literally watch the clock counting down the minutes until she arrives. To say they adore her is an understatement. Beatriz is always on time, incredibly attentive,...

- Lauren R.

Sheridan M.

5.0

Sheridan is an absolutely phenomenal babysitter, artists and all around great person. I've known her for many years and she is very trustworthy and competent.

- Cesar A.

Lanisha S.

5.0

Lanisha was able to help me out very last minute. She was very punctual, respectful and understanding as my appointment took longer than I had scheduled her for. She was very responsive and took great care of my son. I would definitely work with her again and highly recommend.

- Care member

Catherine I.

5.0

Cathy is proactive and helps out with everyday chores without us having to even ask! She takes safety and well-being of our child seriously and creates fun and educational activities for him.

- Mary A.

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

Average Rating4.2 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Yonkers, NY are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.