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Ana H.

Ana's Babysitting!!

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello hello! I'm Ana- background in Psychology and graduate degree in Social Work. I'm looking for part-time work and am very flexible. I have experience as a teaching assistant for the 1st grade, behavioral therapy for kids with special needs, and case management with elderly clientele. Would love to connect and chat...

Sharmisa F. says "Ana is a gem. She communicates with transparency which I appreciate. My daughter calls her 'my best friend'. She loves her! Grateful for her constant...

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Medgine J.

Babysitter

Brooklyn, NY

4.5(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
I worked at a day care center that serves children from all ages as an assistant teacher. I also babysat for over five years, and I was a paraprofessional to children with special needs for a year. Currently, I am a Patient Care Technician. Other than working, I spend time giving back to the community through volunteering. I...

Ethan L. says "Medgine is friendly, responsible and reliable. She has worked on and off with us for over a year. She consistently comes on time and is very patient with...

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Casey E.

Nanny And Babysitter

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Casey, and I'm eager to match with my next family in New York City. ! I am a photographer and Vanderbilt University alumni. I love to hike, paint and cook/bake in my free time. I am CPR and rescue certified, and have experience with children of all ages as well as special needs children. I've been babysitting...

Danylle K. says "Casey watched our boys (3 & 6) for 9 months. She was very dependable and easy to communicate with. Our kids loved when she came. She was always engaged...

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Sheridan M.

Experienced Babysitter Available Weeknights!

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi there, my name is Sheridan! I am an experienced babysitter who is currently a full-time graduate student looking to find some babysitting work. I nannied full-time from 2019 to 2022 for little ones between the ages of 5 months to 4 years old, and then part-time for the first half of this year watching a 1 and 3-year-old. I...

Cesar A. says "Sheridan is an absolutely phenomenal babysitter, artists and all around great person. I've known her for many years and she is very trustworthy and...

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Grace C.

A Responsible And Loyal Babysitter !:-)

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(0)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Nurturing young minds is more than a job; it's my passion. With 13 years of experience caring for children aged newborn to 11, including those with special needs, I bring a patient, creative, and friendly approach to childcare. My background in Early Childhood Education (ECE) complements my First Aid and CPR Training, ensuring a...
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Natalya S.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
Caring for children is simply in my nature. As the oldest grandchild on both sides of my family, I began babysitting for my relatives at a young age, I've been a nanny pretty much from 13 yrs for my family. . Now, with 15 years of experience, I offer creative and friendly care, always prioritizing your child's interests and...

Dana H. says "Natalya worked as a home attendant for my mom and a babysitter/tutor for my kids.She not only is professional but also kind and friendly. She took her time...

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Gabriela F.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Elizabeth R.

Part Time Caregiver

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
Hi there! My name is Elizabeth, I am a registered nurse in the neonatal intensive care unit in the city! Aside from my nursing degree, I have over 10 years of experience in childcare, ranging from the structured setting of a child care center to a more flexible at home babysitting setting. I have also taken on the role as coach,...

Michele R. says "Elizabeth is absolutely amazing with children of all ages. She has cared for my children during various periods over the past 5 years. She is...

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Jasminne J.

Enthusiastic Child Nurturer & Creative Learning Facilitator

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello, wonderful families! My name is Jasmine, and I'm a warm, reliable, and experienced caregiver with over 8 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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Laurie A.

Full-time Caregiver At Your Service!!!

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hi my name is Laurie . I am looking for part-time or full-time employment commitment. I have an extensive resume working with children including those with special needs. I am certified in CPR, AED and First Aid. My 10 years experience entailed working with children from infants to elementary school age. Children are the...

Eleni M. says "Laurie's great. She's so great I almost really don't want to tell you. Parents of neurodiverse children, she'll take good care of your kids. "

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Alissa A.

Alissa A.

Brooklyn, NY

3.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello! I would love to meet with you to interview to be a nanny/babysitter for your child. I have been Head Teacher at the Art Center in Manhattan. I also worked as a Childcare Provider and private Art Instructor in Manhattan and Brooklyn Heights. I have a background in fine arts and art therapy and have worked with children in...

Ehren S. says "We hired Alissa over the Christmas holidays as my wife and I were in town to visit family. Alissa cared for our 1 year old several nights and we couldn't...

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Rachael D.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 25 families in your area
Travel
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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Connor H.

Fun, Patient, Energetic Big Kid!

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
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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Nicole C.

Educated Nanny

Brooklyn, NY

4.3(1)
from
$30/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
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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Shea S.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience
Respite care
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...

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Xarviar C.

Special Needs Caregiver

Brooklyn, NY

from
$17/hr
4 years experience
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...
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Alexandra S.

Special Needs Caregiver

Brooklyn, NY

from
$32/hr
2 years experience
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,...
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Tashonna H.

Part Time Special Needs Provider

Brooklyn, NY

from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Hi, my name is Tashonna H. and I am currently a speech pathology major at Long Island University. For the past 8 years I have worked with kids in my community, babysitting and tutoring. I also have experience taking care of kids with special needs as I have a brother who is a special needs child. My little brother is currently 8...
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Maya B.

Part-time Babysitter Or Tutor Experienced At Working With Children With Special Needs

Brooklyn, NY

from
$30/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Maya and I am a psychology student at Harvard training to be a child psychologist. I'm friendly, warm, passionate, caring, and enthusiastic. I have experience with children with physical and psychological conditions and their families. I worked as an Associate Teacher assisting children with severe special...
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Erin M.

Special Needs Care Provider

Brooklyn, NY

from
$25/hr
Working with individuals with developmental disabilities has been my most cherished of all care experiences. I am an active, accommodating, and patient professional with a bachelors degree from St. Olaf College. I am looking forward to working with you!
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  • 435 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of July 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.7

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Brooklyn, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in Brooklyn, NY are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 121 reviews of the 436 listed special needs caregivers

Ana H.

Ana is a gem. She communicates with transparency which I appreciate. My daughter calls her 'my best friend'. She loves her! Grateful for her...

- Sharmisa F.

Medgine J.

Medgine is friendly, responsible and reliable. She has worked on and off with us for over a year. She consistently comes on time and is very...

- Ethan L.

Casey E.

Casey watched our boys (3 & 6) for 9 months. She was very dependable and easy to communicate with. Our kids loved when she came. She was...

- Danylle K.

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