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Hi, my name is Dani. I live in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, and have over 25 years of experience providing patient, calm, and reliable childcare. As a Certified Teacher with extensive Early Childhood Education coursework, I create engaging, educational activities tailored to your child's growth. I am CPR and First Aid certified. In my...
Jon B. says "Dani is a loving caring individual. The kids love her and still ask about her after we moved. "
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I have been living in New York City for the past 25 years. I have worked for 15 years as a dance and drama teacher with children of all ages, including special needs kids, in both private and public schools in New York City. I am fluent in English, French and Romanian, and I have a background in theater and ballet. I've also...
Whitney M. says "Gabriela took wonderful care of our 3-yr old. Even though our girl had been having a tough day and was feeling extra sensitive, she very quickly grew...
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10 years experience
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Hello, wonderful families! My name is Jasmine, and I'm a warm, reliable, and experienced caregiver with over 10 years of hands-on childcare experience-from infants to school-aged children. I hold a background in psychology, have formal teaching experience, and I'm CPR and First Aid certified, as well as COVID-19 vaccinated.
I...
Care Member says "Jasmine is one of the kindest and most attentive caregivers I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. Her gentle nature and exceptional multitasking...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
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I am 29 years old and have worked in child care on and off since I was 13. I have recent infant and special needs experience. In the past, I worked for various after school programs, and in school support positions. I have experience with children of all ages and abilities, including kids with sensory issues and behavioral...
Angela V. says "Brenna was our regular after school sitter for over a year, before she moved out of the Boston area. She was fantastic with my autistic son and we miss...
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Hi! I grew up in a big family, now I have lots of nieces and nephews. I have a lot of experience watching children as young as weeks old. I created my own camps for kids, I worked as a camp counselor for teens, and I've also had a job as a daycare assistant. I am a resident doctor, and I am looking for evening babysitting, as...
Christina K. says "Rachael was great babysitting our 7-month-old! She was very communicative and responsible. "
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18 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
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I am a mature, dependable and high-energy person with a passion for childcare excellence. Valued by parents for warmth, professionalism, dedication and excellent judgment. Provide parents with an unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and welfare of their children. I have 16years plus of experience working with children...
Care Member says "We hired Nicole as an after school nanny for 2 years when my son was 2-4yo. She is very reliable, professional and patient with my son. She is also very...
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Hello! I'm C (they/them).
For 6 years, I've been caregiving for toddlers to 12-year-olds and lead teaching children ages 2 to 15 in theatre and ESL. In my nanny career, I have been responsible for anywhere from 1 - 2 children at a time, consistently (a previous job was with 2 siblings), and I have 3+ years experience working...
Kim H. says "My two school aged children loved C and I was super happy with the care they received. I would highly recommend C!"
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My name is Shea. I am a full time (online learning) student at Texas State University. I have many years of experience working with people of all ages with special needs. My experience with seniors is limited but not non-existent. I recently worked with a 92-year-old woman and really enjoyed our time together and found it not...
Elysia B. says "You can stop your search for a caregiver. Really, go ahead and stop. You've hit the jackpot with Shea. Let me take a not-so-wild guess...you're looking...
I currently work as a Residential Habilitation Specialist for adults with special needs. I also have experience working as a direct support professional and respite worker for children and adults with special needs. I find the field of work fulfilling because I am able to assist them with reaching their maximum potential and...
I am a mom of an autistic boy. I understand what you feel as a parent. I can help you.
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10 years experience
I started volunteering with people with special needs as a freshman in high school. By the time I graduated high school, I was running a respite program that serviced 20 individuals with special needs. I continued running respite programs while also working in schools and in Medicaid Waiver funded residences. I was trained in...
I have worked in both integrated and sub-separate classrooms with children whose special needs range from intellectual, to emotional, to physical. I am comfortable working with children ages 3 to 18.
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4 years experience
Hi! I'm Lauren, I'm 33 years old. I have an education specialist degree in school psychology and have been working as a counselor for young adults with disabilities for four years. I am looking to supplement my income with part-time private care work.
My specialties are: behavior management, social skills, emotional...
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4 years experience
I have 2 years of experience in a special needs classroom and 10+ years working with children. I am engaging, creative, and am goals focused with the clients I work with. I have training in de-escalation, creative strategizing, and nonverbal/Para verbal communication. I am accustomed to high stress environments and thrive where...
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I have always been affiliated in special needs programs. Most recently this summer I was an overnight counselor for special needs adults. I supported them being as hands on as bathing and hygiene as well as making sure they were fed to simply hanging out and going to the sensory room if we need a break. I was very dialed into...
Hi, I'm Alex! Here is a little bit about me. My babysitting experience includes two different families, both with multiple kids (ages ranging from 1-5). I also have two years experience working in special needs schools. I've worked 1:1 with a high-school student in a public school, helping them with social and life skills. Now,...
I have experience working with children with disabilities through different agencies, I have a masters degree in psychology and have been caring for children for about 10 years.
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1 year experience
I love children and would love to help you with giving the best care for yours.
I am proactive, very flexible and skilled multitasker. The most essential part of my job is being very patient and find the best ways to communicate effectively and affect positively children's development.
My most recent experience is...
I Am Personal Care Give With Over 10 Years Experience In The Medical Field, 5 of Which I Spent Working With Special Needs Children. I Enjoy Working With Children. I Learn From Them and They Learn From Me As Well.
Brooklyn, NY
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10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a Direct Care Worker, who has over 7 years experience working with special needs children of any age both low and high functioning . I teach each. child how to become a little independent . From tying their own shoe, to bathing and feeding themselves . I also do arts and crafts, take them on outings, play with them assist...
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5 years experience
Loving and compassionate professional mother of 2 special needs young adults with several years of experience and skills providing home care and group home supervision. Proven to ensure clients' medical needs and daily goals are met
and help thrive to obtain the best quality of life.
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457 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of September 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.8
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Brooklyn, NY
Special Needs Caregivers in Brooklyn, NY are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 88 reviews of the 457 listed special needs caregivers
Danielle B.
Dani is a loving caring individual. The kids love her and still ask about her after we moved.
- Jon B.
Gabriela F.
Gabriela took wonderful care of our 3-yr old. Even though our girl had been having a tough day and was feeling extra sensitive, she very...
- Whitney M.
Jasminne J.
Jasmine is one of the kindest and most attentive caregivers I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. Her gentle nature and exceptional...
- Care member
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