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Wendy M.

Companion Care/ Home Care Available

Oakdale, NY

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
I'm an experienced caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and adults and able to assist with ADLs and some occupational therapy as well. I enjoy helping to make peoples lives less stressful and more enjoyable. I am first aid and CPR certified I've been in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have extensive...
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Experienced Worker

Oakdale, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Hi I'm Maureen. I have 20 plus years of experience w individuals w special needs. I'm patient , calm and reliable. I've raised 2 daughters and have 1 deaf brother.
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Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...

Meryl B. says "I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my...

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Loving & Caring Personal Care Assistant

Patchogue, NY

3.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience
Hello My name is Inez. I am very reliable and dependable, I have some experience working with the disabled and also worked as an aide assisting with everyday living activities such as cooking, cleaning, feeding, laundry, driving to dr appointments, food shopping, etc. I really love what I do because I enjoy helping the ones in...

Pj R. says "Inez is very caring. She always seems to find a reason for everyone to smile. Shes honest, trusting, responsible and a very loving woman. I would definitely...

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Part-time Caregiver Available

Islandia, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
I have my Associates degree in Early Childhood Education. My work expirience includes working in homecare as well as in a special education preschool. I also have a backround in behavior therapy. I have worked in the special needs community for 10 years. I have experience working with a variety of children with special needs,...

Philomena R. says "Jaclyn is an awesome, capable young lady. She is a very reliable and caring person. She was a pleasure to have as a caretaker for my son who has...

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Babysitter With 15 Years Of Experience. Certified Teacher With Experience Working With Special Needs Population.

Holbrook, NY

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a substitute teacher and neighborhood babysitter with 15 years of experience working with children of all ages including special needs. I love arts and crafts projects and reading books. I have references available upon request. I also love pets.
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Caregiver

Smithtown, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Hello, I am David. I've worked with autistic kids and young adults at DDI for 2 years in the past. I've also worked with pediatric cancer patients for over 15 years and served as camp director for pediatric cancer patients and siblings. I am a NYS EMT, volunteer firefighter, retired police officer but chef by trade. I have...

Maureen R. says "We had the pleasure of working with Dave a few months ago -- what a great guy! His background is very interesting and varied. My son likes Dave a lot;...

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Special Care

Ronkonkoma, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with add, adhd, autistic, mental retardation, mental illness and elderly I am very warm and caring
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Medford, NY

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$24/hr
10 years experience
+15 years working in the field. I love what I do. I am available 930am-3 p.m. weekdays! Look forward to hearing from you!
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Kind, Caring And Loving

Patchogue, NY

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I am a certified phlebotomist and was raised with a handicapped sister. I'm very capable of caring for special needs.
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Hauppauge, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I am a 26-year-old certified Teacher Assistant at an Elementary school for children with special needs. I graduated from Stony Brook University with a Bachelor's degree in Biology and plan to attend graduate school for Education. I have over seven years of experience caring for children of all ages, both with and without...
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MED COUNSELOR

Islip Terrace, NY

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$28/hr
2 years experience
I worked as a counselor for a year and a half. I do all the medication refills I made certified. I can administer Humira injections. I am seizure protocol train as my counselor. My daily duties are to schedule appointments. Refill medication administration medication. Make sure every individual in the house our care for and...
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Patchogue, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I am a 60 yr old mom/grandma. I have dealt with people with special needs and I am very attentive, caring, patient, responsible and am on top of everything required of me. I will treat and take care of your family member as if they were my own. I do know some sign language if needed.
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Bay Shore, NY

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I love children, I have experience with special needs. I have two children with ADHD and AUTISM and I would love to help families I know how hard it is. Hola! Me encantan los niños, tengo experiencia con niños especiales, tengo dos hijos con ADHD y AUTISMO y me gustaría ayudar familias se lo difícil que es. I'd describe...
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Patient And Reliable

Bay Shore, NY

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$17/hr
22 yr old with compassion and patience. have a clean valid driver's license and drug free. I have experience caring for an elder gentleman in his 70's who has dementia. Special needs caregiver.
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Direct Support Professional

Centereach, NY

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$20/hr
Hello! I'm 25, and my name is Alexis. I am a outgoing and patient. I have worked as a Direct Support Professional for 4 years-taking care of multiple individuals in their own home. Feeding, bathing, and participating in activities. I am studying for social work/occupational therapy.
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Ronkonkoma, NY

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$17/hr
5 years experience
One of my previous jobs included working in an ABA Life Skills classroom at Bay Shore School District
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Islip, NY

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Athena. I have many years in the healthcare field. I also have experience with many disabilities.
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Nanny For Children Of All Ages

Ronkonkoma, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have 15 + years of experience with children of all ages (in schools and in home setting)..~ including high-functioning Autism, Aspergers) I am looking for work during the week anytime between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. I am available for PART time work I also have general office skills, can assist with light...
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Experienced Child Care Provider And IDD Care Manager

Holbrook, NY

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I have 1 year of experience working with the IDD population. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support. I have a Master's degree in Psychology, and I worked my way through college and graduate school as a professional Nanny. My current full time job is providing Care Management services to people of all ages who are...

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  • 60 special needs child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs child care is 5.0

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

Special Needs Child Care in Oakdale, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care

Amanda M.

I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good...

- Meryl B.

Inez R.

Inez is very caring. She always seems to find a reason for everyone to smile. Shes honest, trusting, responsible and a very loving woman. I...

- Pj R.

Jaclyn P.

Jaclyn is an awesome, capable young lady. She is a very reliable and caring person. She was a pleasure to have as a caretaker for my son...

- Philomena R.

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