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Jennifer D.

Jackson Heights, NY

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Well I have a little cousin that is wheelchair bound, she doesn't speak nor walk, I help around when she is at my grandparents house which is most of the time, I help with feeding her, changing her diaper, bathing her, assisting her when in needed she doesn't speak but I understand her when she needs something. She is 21 years...
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Tsering D.

Jackson Heights, NY

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Tsering . I have a good experience in caring for children any age and special needs for 6 years. I love taking care of children and enjoy helping them learn and grow everyday. My strengths as a nanny are compassion, reliable, responsible and caring person. Thank you
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Diane K.

Have Experience Working With Special Needs Students

Jackson Heights, NY

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
I have 17 years experience working in public schools in New York as a substitute teacher and private tutor. I have worked with special needs students. I am very patient. I have a BA in English and a MA in English Literature. I have a lot of experience helping students with their reading and writing skills.
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Bellie T.

Your All-around Big Guy

Elmhurst, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Aside from my bachelors degree in nursing, I am a compassionate, loving & a caring person. I rejoice in every opportunity available to provide care for patients needing assistance. My sturdy built is likewise a plus for special needs in transporting immobile patients. Can easily perform duties like wheelchair mobilization &...

Shpresa B. says "Billie is great with our brother who is currently residing in a rehab facility for a brain injury. He goes above and beyond to help our brother during...

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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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Annisa F.

Interest With Special Needs Care Gig Position

West New York, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello family! I'm Annisa. I'm seeking a full time live-in nanny position (open to live-out as well) with a loving family in Hudson County, Essex County, Passaic County, or Bergen County, NJ. With over 6 years of experience in childcare age 3mo-10 years old and special needs care, I'm eager to join a family who needs a...

Hanna L. says "She is very care and patient also punctual."

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Maya N.

Queens Village, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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...

Valerie B. says "Maya is a professional through and through. I trust her to take good care of my son."

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Cassie D.

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

Woodside, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
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...

Lauren E. says "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...

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Catherina D.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(0)
from
$35/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Catherina. I'm available to care for your love one's. I have experience working with client with different needs and care.
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Brittany G.

Special Needs Caregiver

West New York, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
3 years experience
I have experience working with kids with Autism and mental illness. I am comfortable with low functioning-high functioning.

Care Member says "Brittany has been caring for our 2 boys for some time now and she has always been tremendously responsible, and our boys have always seemed to enjoy the...

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Laura C.

Energetic and Loving Nanny Seeks Position

Fort Lee, NJ

3.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Laura. I am 38 years old. I am currently seeking a nanny position. I have previous experience with children. I am a special needs nanny who has worked with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, brain injury and autism. I also was a day camp counselor for two years for 5-year-olds. Plus, I worked with my mother who was...
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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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Olivia G.

New York, NY

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am 24 years old and I just graduated with my Masters in psychology! I'm vaccinated and very Covid-cautious. I am an energetic and loving caregiver who has worked with kids with ages ranging from 2 months to 16 years old. A major reason I've loved caring for children is being able to incorporate concepts and strategies I've...
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Shannon C.

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I started caring for people with special needs in 2017, when I began working as a Direct Support Professional, in group homes, day habs, etc. In my spare time, I like to read books, research all about skincare and binge watch my favorite shows. One thing you should know about me is I'm very chill, patient, and empathetic! My...

Stacey G. says "Shannon was punctual, communicated with my nurses and me in a timely manner and I found her to be extremely dependable. I trusted her to help me while I...

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Kelliann D.

Positive Behavior, special needs caregiver

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been working with children for over 20 years. It began with babysitting at age 10 & grew into a successful network of families that kept me busy all through high school. In college, I volunteered at an elementary school running math intervention programs. I also spent a summer in Africa teaching preschoolers, teens, and...

Care Member says "Kelliann has watched my two boys for over 8 years. She had been punctual, loving, patient and kind. She is very creative and resourceful and has helped...

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Eliza O.

Experienced, Kind, Patient & Fun [Early Childhood & Special Needs]

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have a background in early childhood development and education, with 10+ years of childcare experience. My Bachelor's degree is in Developmental Forensic Psychology. I am passionate about children and believe in age-appropriate positive reinforcement and interactive play. I am kind and easygoing, with a calm upbeat attitude. I...

Elizabeth S. says "Eliza is friendly and energetic. Our daughter can be a bit picky with babysitters, and she has had a great time with Eliza, whether it was help during...

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Danielle A.

Part-Time Caregiver For Children With And Without Special Needs

Brooklyn, NY

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 34 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hello, Thank you for taking time to read through my profile. Let me tell you a little about myself. I am a loving, sweet, passionate, fun, energetic, date night babysitter*. I love to cook; healthy meals are my specialty. I have experience in caring for children from the ages of 2 months to late teens. I also have experience...

Maria K. says "Really great with my kids. My son asked for her the next day because he missed her. I have a 4yr and 5 month baby."

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Natalia R.

Experienced And Goofy Caregiver

Ozone Park, NY

3.7(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
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...

Victoria G. says "Natalia is a kind, compassionate person who takes time to understand the person she is caring for and is very thoughtful with everything she does. She...

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Anita D.

Vibrant, Retired Mom Of 3 (2 With Special Needs)

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Swimming supervision
I'm excited to get to know you and your family! I'm a retired first responder looking to fill my schedule purposefully. I know just how busy life can get so if I can help a family by lending my time to care for their children as well as they would, I'd love the opportunity. I hope you all find amazing caretakers for your little...

Dana L. says "Anita was our first attempt at a date night sitter for our 1yr old. And, it could not have been a better experience. Starting from our first phone call,...

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Melissa N.

The Sibling Of A Severely Disabled Young Man

Astoria, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a severely disabled brother who has cerebral palsy and epilepsy who is tube fed and uses assistive technology to communicate giving me familiarity with assistive technology, physical and medical needs. I volunteered for sibshops assisting in recreational therapy for the siblings of children with special needs I babysat...

Care Member says "Melissa was very thoughtful with care of our children. She met each one of their needs and remembered details about each ones’ special circumstances....

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  • The average post rate is $22.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent special needs child care reviews from local parents in Jackson Heights, NY

Special Needs Child Care in Jackson Heights, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care

Bellie T.

Billie is great with our brother who is currently residing in a rehab facility for a brain injury. He goes above and beyond to help our...

- Shpresa B.

Amanda B.

Amanda is extremely kind, smart, caring and friendly. She is a great help and hard worker. She has a warm personality, and everyone loves...

- Emma R.

Annisa F.

She is very care and patient also punctual.

- Hanna L.

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