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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
Tashawnte H.
Yonkers, NY
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have experience caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs. I create a safe, supportive, and fun environment, and I enjoy engaging kids in learning and play. I'm patient, dependable, and passionate about helping every child thrive and feel valued in their own unique way.
Tashawnte can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of experience with infants and toddlers mostly with special needs children. working with special needs kids has opened my eyes on so many different ways to handle certain situations. I love to go out to the park and just having fun! I'm very energetic, loving, affectionate and optimistic.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hello my name is Tyshea H. I'm a certified home health aid with 13 years of experience and also a certified teacher assistant who cares for children with special needs on the autism spectrum with developmental disabilities I provide care to all such as memory care (Alzheimer Dementia) Special needs and companionship and ADL's. I...
Tyshea can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Francisco D.
Yonkers, NY
$28-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I enjoy working with special needs and senior citizens . 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...
Francisco can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Marcia , and thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I currently work with a family. I am a certified care provider with CPR certification. I have experience with special needs children as well as toddlers, infants, and elementary school kids. I love the outdoors , reading, music . I am...
Marcia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marcia was my full time nanny for 1.5 years for my toddler and 5 year old daughters. Marcia treated my daughters as if they were her own. She is incredibly responsible, loving and mature. She was always incredibly punctual and available. She did everything for...
Jessica D.
4.0
(1)
Hello everyone! My name is Eileen and I've been a nanny since 2002 to the children of doctors, lawyers, teachers, school counselors and business executives. I dearly love children and they often find me quite amusing! I've worked with children of all ages (and special needs as well). Also, I'm an experienced caregiver to infants...
Eileen can also help with: Carpooling
4.0
"We just hired Eileen and she hasn't started yet, so I can't say anything more! But she seems really great that's why we hired her."
Stacy B.
Amarys M.
Yonkers, NY
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as passionate honest hard working
I like caring for people with special needs because I always have a strong desire to help people
Marcia A.
Yonkers, NY
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello May name is Marcia! I am 32 years old I have experience with child care. I have my CPR and fist AD. I am patient, loving and punctual, I have more than 5 years working with children of different ages.
My name is Nabila, I am currently a MA working in geriatrics. In my field I see many pts with Dementia and Alzheimer's, Dealing with pts. with Debilitating diagnosis has taught me a number of things such as patience, compassion, empathy and understanding, these are the personality traits I have developed however I am also...
Riley M.
Yonkers, NY
$25-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun Loving babysitter/nanny! I have experience with children of all ages , Special Needs Children, and children with heart diseases.
Red Cross certified (certificate expired) CPR certified and first aid trained. I am currently in College for nursing and am looking for a family who can work with my schedule!
Riley can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Jacqueline M.
Yonkers, NY
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Jacqueline. I've worked with children for many years with the NYC Department of Education as a teacher's assistant. Some of the grades included K-8 and special needs students. I'm also bilingual in Spanish and I Currently work as substitute teacher in the Yonkers school district.
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
1.0
(2)
I love children . I have been a nanny for 20 years. I simply enjoy it. I am a fun, loving person with lots of love
to give and lots of energy and have a creative and fun side I have also raised three kids all grown now
I've worked with special needs children
In a daycare
Cared for my elderly parents who were in hospice before...
Silva can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Melissa H.
Yonkers, NY
$25-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
College Degree, Experienced Child Care Provider With 6+ Years Day Care Experience
My name is Melissa . I am a college graduate with me Associates Degree in Childhood Ed with a concentration in English. I graduated for North Rockland High School in 2008 and graduated Rockland Community College with my Associates degree. I have worked with many schools and agencies ranging from typical children to special needs...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Amina and I have 10+ years of experience within childcare. Initially, I worked in a daycare but I eventually ventured out to work for families long term. I have experience caring for ages newborn-early school age. I've done everything from taking children to activities, school, light housekeeping, cooking, and cleaning...
Amina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Compassionate patience, caring woman looking for a companion/senior care giver job. Compassionate Companionship, assistance with bathing/dressing, meal prep, meds prompting, light housekeeping, errands, transportation. Help staying physically and mentally active and safe. Focus on quality of life.
Non smoker, own...
Debra can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"Debra took care of my bedridden elderly mother for several years. Debra was gentle, compassionate, had excellent bedside manners and knew how to communicate with my mother who was not responsive all the time. Debra was very knowledgeable about how to treat...
Lisa A.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
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Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver for Special Needs, Senior Care, Child Care. I have over 18 years of experience. I am available for week night M-F overnight (flexible with start time)(7/8pm-7am)or weekend Fri-Sun overnight...
Tracey can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Tracey watched my baby girl overnight to help with night feedings and light cleaning! She was a life saver!!!! She was always on time and always dependable. My daughter loved her. She also helped me with whatever I needed. Definitely would recommend her to my...
Hiroki W.
5.0
(2)
Hey, my name is Hawa and I am currently in my last year of college majoring in Social work. I love the arts of children. I have about 3 years of experience with all ages. I've worked for summer youth with kids ages 3-11, helping them with basic learning, learning to read write and math. I am a part time behavioral therapist for...
Hawa can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Anytime im busy, i call her, i don't call anyone but her, shes awesome, caring and goes above and beyond when given a task or asked for help, "
Care member
4.2
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Farima, a dedicated and passionate individual with a love for working with children. I've had the joy of being a camp counselor at Bonjour New York, where I've had the opportunity to work with children of all ages. I have also experienced working with children with special needs, as well as families who speak French...
Farima can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Farima was a beloved caretaker for our two children (5 and 2). We initially contracted her for 5 days a week care for a 6 week period to help bridge our childcare gap. She proved to be punctual, attentive and responsive. Our children acclimated to her very quickly,...
Calvin B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Loving, Caring, Experienced woman. I have worked in childcare all my life. I have 3 grown children, of my own. My oldest son is Autistic, I have experience with children that have special needs. I have an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked in a private day care, in the city of New York. I have...
Edra can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"She took great care of our 7yo son during after school hours for a year. Amicable and extremely patient, helped with 1st grade homework. Good family values. Punctual, 100% reliable. Also helped us with with tidying up and cleaning. Bilingual Spanish English. Highly...
Fabiola B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a professional care provider I have learned so many lessons and one that truly has made me love my work is understanding some people just need to be taken care first. As individuals we bring our Dynamics to the table. A person with disabilities have the same needs and wants we all have. Therefore, they are to be treated the...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Yonkers, NY
Marcia A.
5.0
My family adores Marcia. We would hire her again in a heartbeat. I recommend her highly. Your family will love her, too!!
- Lindsay A.
Eileen M.
4.0
We just hired Eileen and she hasn't started yet, so I can't say anything more! But she seems really great that's why we hired her.
- Stacy B.
Debra A.
5.0
Debra took the best care of my ailing mother until her passing this June. She is one of the most compassionate, level headed and skilled care givers I could have hoped for. Mom had dementia and went from being ambulatory to bedridden and Debi was with us thru it all. Mom enjoyed being with Debi...
- Care member
Tracey G.
5.0
As a first time mommy, I needed extra help with my son. At one month old Tracey came to the rescue! She was very patient not only with our son, but also with my husband and I as new parents who had no idea what we were doing. She came on time, made herself at home and was a pleasure to be around...
- Christina D.
Hawa J.
5.0
Very attentive, and she gives the best pep talks to both me and my child. There’s no game to childish for her, she loves to play with my child and my child loves her!!
- Care member
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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.