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Clare M.

Former Special Education Teacher

Dobbs Ferry, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a former teacher and special needs nanny with a masters in special education! I love working with kids.
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Samantha L.

I Can Babysit All Ages.

Dobbs Ferry, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I have many years of experience being a mother's helper and babysitter. I drive. I can also take care of pets. I sign a bit and have worked with people with disabilities for many many years. I can provide references upon request. I like caring for people with special needs because they are so deserving. I started caring for...
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Eric A.

Full Time Caring Caregiver Available

Dobbs Ferry, NY

from
$30/hr
10 years experience
I've been caring for those with special needs and the elderly for over 15 years. I've worked with transporting, home care, and currently now in group homes. I love what I do. You will not find another person who will be as committed and dedicated as I am.
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Laura L.

Dobbs Ferry, NY

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$30/hr
1 year experience
a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with over 3 years of experience supporting children and young adults with special needs. I specialize in working with individuals on the autism spectrum, as well as those with ADHD, developmental delays, and sensory processing challenges.
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Michelle T.

Mom And Teacher Assistant

Dobbs Ferry, NY

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
As a mom of a rising Freshman in college and a 13-year-old I have many years of experience working with children and young adults. I also work part-time at an Elementary School. I have experience working with children that have special needs. I already have background and fingerprints clearance since I presently work within a...
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Melissa R.

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
As a dedicated childcare provider with over a decade of experience, I've discovered my passion lies in nurturing children's growth and development. My creative and friendly nature allows me to easily connect with children and make learning fun and engaging. I believe in open communication with parents and prioritize their...

Care Member says "Melissa is affectionate and loving, firm but gentle, capable and professional but also fun and funny! She gives kids the boundaries they need to feel...

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Tracey G.

Special Needs, Senior Care

Bergenfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*** Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver for Special Needs, Senior Care, Child Care. I have over 18 years of experience. I am available for week night M-F overnight (flexible with start time)(7/8pm-7am)or weekend Fri-Sun overnight...

Christina D. says "As a first time mommy, I needed extra help with my son. At one month old Tracey came to the rescue! She was very patient not only with our son, but...

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Lisa R.

Harrington Park, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
errands
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
I am a school counselor and mom of three children. I am looking for a summer job and option to continue working and helping others throughout the school year. When I was in graduate school I worked in a group home with men that had special needs. I helped clean, cook, bath and keep the men active and healthy. I also took care of...

Diane O. says "Lisa is an amazing person! I wish Every one that applies with Care.Com was like her! She is the best ever! I have never Have had such a wonderful Amazing...

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Anita D.

Full Or Part-Time Caregivers

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
I am experienced childcare provider with lots of energy, endless patience. I live in Bronx and am interested in a part-time position. I like making the day fun and engaging while being careful, safe , providing good education, morality, self-discipline and social integration. I'm compassionate, kind, with a friendly...

Dora R. says "I hired Anita about 5 years ago. She helps take care of my two daughters. She's VERY responsible, dependable, and most importantly trustworthy. I just love...

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Travis T.

Limitations Are An Illusion

Hastings on Hudson, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hello Families! My name is Travis and I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to connect with you. For the past decade, I've been working as an educator within the Department of Education, focusing on creating individualized learning experiences for students with diverse needs. My approach emphasizes building strong, collaborative...

Care Member says "I would hire Travis immediately if I could. I have had the pleasure of observing Travis working with a young man the same age as my son. Travis is an...

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Deborah E.

New Rochelle, NY

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
Hi parents. I have been a professional local nanny for years. I have excellent references upon request. I have experience with newborns on up. I also have experience with special needs children. I am 57 years old and a single mother of two young adults. I am honest, reliable, punctual, loving, hard working, college educated,...

Andrew B. says "Debbie is a fantastic caregiver for our little one. She started when he was just over 10 months old. From the very beginning she read to him, played with...

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Amanda V.

Friendly, Empathetic, Patient Caregiver

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
I've worked many years at a school called Shema Kolainu (meaning, Hear our Voices in Hebrew). I mostly worked with children in the spectrum, but I worked with children of all needs.

Riley C. says "I have to thank Care for your service! Because of Care, I found Amanda, and I now have someone great to help my children with their school work! Amanda is...

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Nasserine S.

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Nassie! I'm a 21-year-old nursing student from the Bronx with over 8 years of childcare experience and a true passion for helping children grow and thrive. I've worked as a babysitter, a dedicated nanny, and a summer camp counselor, as well as a mentor for elementary school students from underserved communities. I also...

Care Member says "I loved working with Nassie. She was my 4 year old daughter's nanny for a year and a half. My little one struggles with a little bit of anxiety and we...

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Tracey G.

Weekend Caregiver

Bergenfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*** Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver with 25 years experience available for week nights overnight (M-F 6/6:30pm-7-8am) or Saturdays and Sundays. I am highly experienced in special needs care such as Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Muscular...

Alayne G. says "Tracey worked for my family for over 5 years. I had a son who was not able to do anything for himself and his needs increased over the years ( to include...

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Amanda P.

Bubbly And Caring Sitter

White Plains, NY

3.0(0)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi! I have a bachelors degree in History and teaching. I've taught children in schools, have been a nanny to 3 children (so more than one child is totally fine), speak Portuguese fluently, as I have lived in Brazil and went to a Federal university there, and am a very warm and caring person. I have years of experience with...
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Natalya W.

Experienced Baby Sitter For Evenings/Weekends

White Plains, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hello! My name is Natalya and I am a graduate of John Jay College of Criminal Justice. I started babysitting by taking care my younger siblings and then began watching friends of the family's children and gained more experience through all of the amazing references I received! I am very well trained in taking care of special...

Anne L. says "Natalya is absolutely amazing! Great communication and trust worthy. She was our after school nanny and helped out for an hour or so in the morning. We did...

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Annette Y.

Part Time After School Or Before School Provider.

Scarsdale, NY

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I have also worked with Special Needs Children and Adults. I am Certified By The State with Background checks in force and up to date. I am presently not available on Tuesdays or Thursday afternoons from 3 p.m. to 730 p.m.
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Annette Y.

HHA, (Elderly Care) Direct Care Counselor (Special Needs), Pet Care, Personal Assistant

Scarsdale, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
I have been providing elder care for 10 plus years now on a part-time basis while attending school and working at other locations. I love my job and am very good at it. I do this work because it's what I love to do. I am very patient, knowledgeable, friendly, caring and honest. A pretty good cook and believe in safety first and...

Ziyang N. says "Annette is god sent. She took great care of our 3 year-old son who is very "handful" at home. Annette is very engaging and kept bringing different...

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Kara G.

30+

Hillsdale, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I've been doing this for 30+ years now. I have much experience with children but also special needs of all ages. I have always embraced and took too special needs, ever since I was a kid, even into high school where I work hand-in-hand with them & their families. It is my passion and my gift to share, help others, & love our...

Vanessa A. says "Kara is wonderful sitter and a wonderful person. Kara started taking care of my daughter when she was about 16 months old. It took practically...

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Stephanie B.

Tarrytown, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
Hello, I am a 27-year-old grad student who is aspiring to become an occupational therapist. I have a bachelor's degree in social sciences (focused in psychology) and most of my OT master's program completed. I have worked with children between the ages on 6 mos. and 12 yrs. I used to work at Vision Fitness in the daycare...

Kavita A. says "I interviewed Stephanie and she was wonderful - responsive, punctual and great interaction with my child. Her needs did not meet ours so I did not hire...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $27.00/hr as of November 2025

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Special Needs Caregivers in Dobbs Ferry, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Melissa R.

Melissa is affectionate and loving, firm but gentle, capable and professional but also fun and funny! She gives kids the boundaries they...

- Care member

Tracey G.

As a first time mommy, I needed extra help with my son. At one month old Tracey came to the rescue! She was very patient not only with our...

- Christina D.

Lisa R.

Lisa is an amazing person! I wish Every one that applies with Care.Com was like her! She is the best ever! I have never Have had such a...

- Diane O.

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