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Loving, Reliable, Energetic Caregiver!

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I adore children and my priority is insuring they develop good healthy habits and behaviors while having tones of fun. Some of my skills include being patient, open-minded, proactive and ability to communicate effectively in a comprehensive way. I have years of experience babysitting children different ages. My most recent...

Eyal N. says "Petra is warm, fun, and responsible. Our child loves spending time with her and we know he is in good hands."

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Brooklyn, NY

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

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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Educated Nanny

Brooklyn, NY

4.3(1)
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$30/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Experienced Babysitter Available

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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Full Time Caregiver Available!

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hello to all the families! I am currently available for a full time position in child care. I have been in this industry for 20 years as a baby nurse, nanny, and a consultant to parents. I have provided care to newborns to children age 15. I have cared up to 3 children within one family, children with special needs, and twins....

Kelsey F. says "Elisa came to help me with my newborn and his sleeping patterns and was extremely helpful. Through years of working with young children, she has a great...

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Experienced Babysitter Available Weeknights!

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
25 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
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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Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 27 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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Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
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$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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I Have Experience With My Special Needs Son

Brooklyn, NY

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I am a mom of an autistic boy. I understand what you feel as a parent. I can help you.
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Special Needs Camp Counselor (overnight)

Brooklyn, NY

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$17/hr
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...
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Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Brooklyn, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
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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Experienced And Loving Special Needs Child And Adult Provider

Brooklyn, NY

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$25/hr
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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Special Needs Care

Brooklyn, NY

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$17/hr
4 years experience
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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Empathetic And Creative Child Care / Special Needs Companion

Brooklyn, NY

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$25/hr
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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College Grad With Passion For Special Needs Care

Brooklyn, NY

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Hello! My name is Jack W and I'm a recent college graduate looking for part-time work on Care.com. My mother is a teacher at a school for children with learning disabilities so I began interacting with younger kids on the spectrum at a young age. For the last 7 years, I've been working with a nonprofit performing arts company...
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Special Needs Caregiver

Brooklyn, NY

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$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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Special Needs School Psychologist Looking For Part-time Care Work

Brooklyn, NY

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$17/hr
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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Neurodivergent, Bilingual Artist & Educator | Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Brooklyn, NY

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$21/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I'm Laila, an artist and educator in Brooklyn with extensive experience supporting neurodivergent and disabled individuals, as well as seniors with physical and cognitive challenges. I am certified in First Aid, CPR, and AED, and speak English, Urdu/Hindi, and Spanish. I have ADHD myself, which gives me genuine insight...
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Special Needs Teaching Aid Off For Summer!

Brooklyn, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I was born and raised in Seattle and I have spent the last two years living in New York. During the school year, I work as a support staff member at Achievement Unlocked which is a small special needs school in downtown Brooklyn. I am committed to empowering students to become their own self-advocates and preparing them with...
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  • 447 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of October 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 91 reviews of the 447 listed special needs caregivers

Petra S.

Petra is warm, fun, and responsible. Our child loves spending time with her and we know he is in good hands.

- Eyal N.

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.

Nicole C.

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...

- Care member

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