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Aiona R.

Special needs caregiver

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Hello, my name is Aiona, I have 17 years of experience working with special needs individuals and I am also a parent to a child with special needs. I have been First Aid and CPR certified. I am also experienced in properly administering medications. At my previous jobs I was in charge of the fun activities. I organized and...

Scott G. says "We hired Aiona to watch our 24-year old son who has autism and is non-verbal for an almost 3 week period. She is terrific and knew exactly how to work...

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Maxine C.

Medical Assistant Special Needs Caretaker

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Good day my name is Maxine and I have been working with kids since 1999. I began my journey working with the special needs population since 2001. I have been working at Wagon Road camp for over 18 years providing respite care services for families in need of a break from the city life. We provide support and assistance to kids...

Carla B. says "My daughter loves Maxine. As a teen, my daughter has difficulty sustaining positive interactions with others. However, she experiences Ms. C as fun and...

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Katie N.

Teacher/Caregiver For Students With Special Needs

New York, NY

5.0(0)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience

Hello! My name is Katie. I'm a 36-year-old living and working in New York City. For the past 2 years, I was working as a SETSS provider where I provided individual support to children with disabilities. While I am teaching part-time right now, I also enjoy other opportunities to work with children. It is most important to me to...

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Valerie J.

New York, NY

5.0(0)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I have 20 years of experience in the home health field. I've worked with the elderly, developmentally disabled and special needs. I pass medications, cook, clean, and assist with showers and grooming. I'm CPR and first aide certified, have taken classes in pharmacology and med core classes.

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Melissa H.

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $150/hr

10 years experience

Hi! I have been dedicated to providing private lessons to children with special needs for over 20 years. My student-guided approach emphasizes hands-on learning, tailoring behavioral and academic strategies to meet each child's unique needs. I integrate ABA principles and collaborate with students' Physical and Occupational...

Barry K. says "Melissa worked with our son with special needs for several years when he was in upper school. She was more than just an excellent math and humanities...

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Aminata K.

Who I Am

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Errands

personal care

meal prep

companionship

mobility assistance

+ 1 more

Hi! I'm Aminata but you can call me Amy. Taking care of people is one of my passions. I love just knowing that impact and effects that I can have on people's lives. I'm a mom of 4 kids all over the age of 10. I have 8 years of senior care experience and special needs experience. It would be amazing if you chose me for your care....

Jemi J. says "I'm so glad I was able to find Ami for assistance! I am not a senior; I'm the one who needed assistance after an emergency dental procedure and she was...

Eka B.

My Overall Skills

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience

Dementia

meal prep

hospice services

companionship

light cleaning

+ 1 more

Certified HHA , CHA. I have skills to communicate and make them fill safe and happy. 20 year experience tough me how to deal with emergency and special needs

Eka B. says "She is very loving, caring and trustworthy person. I always felt great when she took care of my mom. I highly recommend hiring her"

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Mary Grace E.

Personal Care Attendant Looking For Full Time

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $40/hr

6 years experience

Home modification

visiting physician

personal care

dementia

respite care

+ 1 more

I'm a Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduate, my professional experience with different employers has provided me with a strong expertise in personal care assistance such as bathing dressing and grooming, meal preparation and assisting clients in eating, medication management, light housekeeping, companionship and discussion,...

Glen L. says "She took care of my grandfather with loving care as if he was her grandfather for many many years I highly recommend her"

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Brittany T.

Caregiver

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I've working with children who are along the spectrum for about five years. I started in a group home working as a direct care counselor for 2. 5 years. Then I worked as a home health aid for a young girl who had NF1 and was blind. After her I then worked for a family who had two young boys and were along the spectrum. I was...

Lavinia M. says "Brittany worked for us a little less than two years, than we moved back to Italy. That is the only reason why she is not with us anymore. Brittany became...

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Elexis D.

New York, NY

5.0(0)

from: $20/hr

I am a graduate student that enjoys understanding others and helping make life easier! I would love to assist in anyway that would create a positive environment.

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Claire A.

Caregiver/tutor

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

2 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I have a sister with Down Syndrome and have been involved in the special needs community my whole life. I was the president of the Best Buddies chapter at Simsbury high school where I interacted and facilitated activities for people with all different types of developmental and intellectual disabilities. In addition, I have been...

Star K. says "I am an UWS mom with two kids. Claire was an amazing sitter for our daughter with ASD. She was reliable, always on time and always arrived with a smile. I...

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Amanda B.

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

4 years experience

My name is Amanda. I have cared for the ages of 0-90 yrs old. I am very energetic and diligent. I have cared for patients with diagnosis such as, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's, diabetes, scoliosis, etc. I am comfortable with bathing, feeding, meal prep, light housekeeping, and medications.

Emma R. says "Amanda is extremely kind, smart, caring and friendly. She is a great help and hard worker. She has a warm personality, and everyone loves being around her."

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Lucas M.

New York, NY

5.0(0)

from: $17/hr

Great experienced manny looking for a nanny position! I have more than 3 years of experience taking care of an autistic child! I also can provide you some references!

Ana H.

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Great experience / reference available Saturday and Sunday . Am currently hold a RN from the state of Florida, love to work with special needs!

Liza F. says "I can not say enough about how amazing Ana is. She is prompt, communicative, and most of all truly caring. I had a last minute work trip and Ana was able to...

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Jeadd A.

Funny Sitter, Honest Kind And Loyal

New York, NY

3.7(1)

from: $35/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I am a 32 yr-old Filipino guy, I love dealing with other persons, and I love taking take good care of my patient. I love showing my love and care for them and treating them just one of my family members. I am very kind person, loyal, sweet, honest and loyal person. I am working right now as physical therapist assistant, but...

Judy H. says "Jeadd helped us for 6 weeks after my husband underwent surgery. He was a wonderful help at a very stressful time. At first Jeadd helped my husband with...

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Sara F.

Outgoing Special Education Major

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $21/hr

2 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

As I am a Special Education Major at Chapman University, I am extremely passionate about caring for those with special need. I have extensive experience in the classroom setting and adequate experience in a household setting. I have a young cousin with Downs Syndrome and a close friend with an Autistic child. For as long as I...

Sarupa W. says "Sara is amazing...compassionate, genuine, dependable and responsible and a delight to have around. She took care of my six year old son and nine year old...

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Shanna B.

Special Needs Care Taker

New York, NY

from: $15/hr

Hospice services

respite care

live-in home care

errands

meal prep

+ 1 more

I have worked with children and adults with rare syndromes , ASD, ADHD, OCD. Also assisted with senior care for woman who had a kidney transplant

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Mikole V.

Special Needs - Autism

New York, NY

from: $17/hr

5 years experience

My experience is based mostly on family members and children of friends that have autism and need special care. I find that I connect mostly by taking their time to understand their often times unspoken words. I have a major in Psychology as well as a Masters in Child Advocacy and policy. I am a psychosocial teacher for 2e...

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Kayla S.

Part Time Caregiver Available For Special Needs

New York, NY

from: $10/hr

I am a prospective School Psychology/Child Psychology grad student that is learning about and choosing a career in mental health. I am happy to help provide care to those with any special needs!

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Jane S.

Special Needs Care Provider

New York, NY

from: $25/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Hi! My name is Jane and I'm a 1st Grade teacher located in Manhattan. I recently finished up a Masters degree in Childhood Special and General Education. While I work in general education now, I aim to find a family (or a few!) in need of an occasional babysitter/caretaker for children with special needs. Prior to my current...

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274 special needs adult care are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $23.12/hr as of February 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs adult care is 4.5

Recent special needs adult care reviews from local parents in New York, NY

Special Needs Adult Care in New York, NY are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews of the 273 listed special needs adult care

Aiona R.

We hired Aiona to watch our 24-year old son who has autism and is non-verbal for an almost 3 week period. She is terrific and knew exactly...

- Scott G.

Maxine C.

My daughter loves Maxine. As a teen, my daughter has difficulty sustaining positive interactions with others. However, she experiences Ms....

- Carla B.

Melissa H.

Melissa worked with our son with special needs for several years when he was in upper school. She was more than just an excellent math and...

- Barry K.

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