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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Flushing, NY
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Flushing, NY
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During my community service in High School, I volunteered at an Elementary as an after-school care helper. I helped care for kids with Special Needs and, on a regular basis, every day I would assist in caring for a class of 20 kids ranging in age from 5 to 7 years old kids. I totally loved the experience of sharing in their fun...
5.0
"Maribel has been picking my kids up from school and taking them to the playground and helping with homework. The kids love playing with her and she is very responsible."
Reviewed by Betsy S.
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I have worked in the special needs field for 40 years. I recently worked as a recruiter supporting special needs programs . After an experience during the pandemic where I volunteered to assist in a covid positive group home I decided I truly miss be in a hands on capacity. I have provided an array of services over the years...
Maddy D.
Flushing, NY
$30-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I am a highly motivated and caring student looking to help others. I am studying at Lehman college with the goal of becoming a special education teacher. I believe that all children, regardless of ability level, should be provided with stable and caring relationships with those around them. Through providing my services as a...
Rhoda D.
Flushing, NY
$19-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello
I have experience with an autistic child, who is my nephew.
I practically raised him. He is in college now and lacks some skills but is getting by.
The little girl I cared for had extreme emotional problems, but she loved me and we walked hand in hand when I picked her up from school.
Your child or relative will be...
Pia H.
Flushing, NY
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
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ADHD, autistic children are the kids who I have worked for. I basically take care of their food preparation, activities, enhancement of skills and behavior, and generally everything that they need. I am a nursing graduate, with a Bachelor's degree and specializes in child care and has extensive background of different kinds of...
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I have more than 7 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation and other needs. I am a retired Registered Nurse. Besides having my own child, I worked with the pediatric population (ages newborn up to 19 years of age)for more than 10 years on an ambulatory setting at Metroplitan Hospital Center, NY....
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Experience with special need children as well as adults
Experience with community inclusion
Experience with helping gain more independence(basic everyday skills)
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I absolutely love children and am truly grateful for my role to support them. Pursuing graduate degree mental health counseling. My hobbies include, exercise, meditation, pilates, nature walks, reading, horticulture, video games, music production, painting. I love dogs (my family has 3) .
-Worked as a nanny - 1 year
-Worked as...
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I am been in the special needs field for over 40 years. While many of my years have been spent providing services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, I also have experience with children as I began my career in special needs working in a children's recreation program and volunteering in a special needs...
Marianne T.
Flushing, NY
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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In my career with special needs I have worked with all ages including the senior population. Working with my community habilitation clients I excelled at teaching and maintaining independent living skills, assisting with maintaining and organizing their households, medicines and medical appointments and exercise and mobility...
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Helen W.
Flushing, NY
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
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For approximately five years, I provided care for children in environments ranging from daycare to public schools through the Board of Education and YMCA. During my experience as a paraprofessional, I worked primarily with special needs children ranging from ages 7-12. I provided one to one tutoring services in reading and math,...
Sarah M.
Kew Gardens, NY
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Former International English Teacher - Special Needs Experience - Loves Kids!!
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My passion is caring for Children. I have many years of experience and started babysitting when I was 12 years old. Over the years I have worked with special needs children, especially autistic. This was in a clinical setting as well as live-in nannying. Eventually, I furthered my education, moved to Vietnam, and taught English...
5.0
"She drove my two sons to and from school, watched them during weekdays, and helped out with my newborn. I can depend on her at last minutes notice and I knew she'd be there. You can tell that she loves working...
Reviewed by Amelia C.
Nathalie J.
Malverne, NY
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi, I'm Nathalie! I've been working with children for over 10 years now! I love watching kids learn and play! I currently work for the Department of Education. I work with special needs children and absolutely love it! Since I do work for a school during the year I am looking for a Summer job and some days during the school...
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"Nathalie is a natural and so sweet! She is helping us with our 12 week old and our baby was has been at ease with Nathalie since the first day they met. Her experience with very young babies is apparent, as she...
Reviewed by Tania S.
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My name is Katie, I graduated with my bachelors in 2021, and currently work a 9-5. I used to be a live-in and live-out nanny and occasional babysitter throughout high school and college. A lot of people would describe me as caring, hard working, a problem solver and emotionally intelligent. Most importantly, I want to be a role...
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"Katherine M. took great care of our two children for nearly two years. She was always a good example of kindness and respect for others with her mild-mannered ways.
Katherine helped with homework,...
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Hi! I have been babysitting for the past 14 years. I am local to Tribeca (10013) and a native New Yorker.
I love children and am great with all ages. I have a specialty in special needs as I have two nephews that are autistic. I am looking forward to meeting you! Feel free to ask me any specific questions.
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"We were unable to use Erin because our kids weren't feeling well when we booked her. However, she was very easy to contact and wonderful with her follow up. I would definitely try to get in touch with her...
Reviewed by Michelle V.
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I am an art educator and caregiver, with over 10 years of experience working with children. I currently nanny a 21-month-old toddler and a 3-year-old. I am looking for date night babysitting or art tutoring.
I have taught numerous art programs for kids, including a year teaching art at a private middle school and running a...
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"We've hired Rosemary for my two years old son. My son immediately took to her. She was accommodating and very professional. I would recommend her to anyone and definitely hire her again. Thank you!"
Reviewed by Sayuri H.
Ishawrah J.
Cambria Heights, NY
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hello there! Am a loving and energetic baby sitter. Am honest, jovial and punctual. I started babysitting 9 years ago. Worked with newborns, infants, toddlers and teenagers. The last family I worked for I did 5 years with them however they moved back to their home land. I have an 8yrs old daughter and I live in Queens. I have...
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"Ishawrah has a very good rapport with my daughter and my daughter loved her and still misses her!"
Reviewed by Adel G.
Maria P.
New York, NY
$16-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I first discovered my fondness for children when my mother started babysitting in our home. As I watched the children grow, so too did my admiration. When I moved out of my family home for college, I immediately got a job babysitting. During my studies, I also worked with and cared for special needs children at the Florida...
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"Maria is a magnificent person, patient, honest, friendly, reliable and professional, dedicated.
We are a family with a 5-year-old boy and 3-year-old twins. Maria had the capacity and methodology to develop...
Reviewed by Mariangel C.
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I am a skilled Nursing Assistant, with more than 25 years of experience.
Over the years I performed different duties in the Healthcare Industry, including taking care of clients with Alzheimers / Dementia and special needs.
I also have experience with administering and managing medications.
I am an outstanding multitasker and...
5.0
"Very professional. Skilled. She had a warm demeanor that puts my elder at ease."
Reviewed by Ed F.
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Hello parents! My name is Brenda, and I have been working in the childcare industry for 3 years! I am also a queens native, a non-smoker and pet friendly. Growing up, my grandmother was my babysitter and I looked up to her. I try to carry her loving, thoughtful influence into my work as a nanny. My child care experience expands...
5.0
"I hired Brenda to work as a nanny in my home almost 2 years ago, and I would certainly recommend her work. She has demonstrated tremendous responsibility in taking care of our children and in keeping the house...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Flushing, NY
Maribel G.
5.0
Maribel is helping us with house cleaning and childcare once per week. We have known her for almost 2 years now and we couldn't have been happier with her. She is very meticulous in her work always leaving the house not only clean but also organized and looking amazing. She is also great when it...
- Nikoletta V.
Sarah M.
5.0
I had an opportunity to work with Ms Sarah for a year as her teaching assistant and I learned a lot from her. She has some strengths that include:
Enthusiasm, love for children, and she is a hard-worker would be her top qualities. She is a funny teacher and has a lot of personality. Moreover, She...
- Anna T.
Nathalie J.
5.0
Nathalie is a natural and so sweet! She is helping us with our 12 week old and our baby was has been at ease with Nathalie since the first day they met. Her experience with very young babies is apparent, as she is gentle, nurturing and responsible. She also does a great job keeping our baby...
- Tania S.
Katherine M.
5.0
Katherine M. took great care of our two children for nearly two years. She was always a good example of kindness and respect for others with her mild-mannered ways.
Katherine helped with homework, meals/snacks, shuttled them to parks, aquarium, ice cream parlor etc., and was someone we could...
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Erin A.
4.0
We were unable to use Erin because our kids weren't feeling well when we booked her. However, she was very easy to contact and wonderful with her follow up. I would definitely try to get in touch with her again.
- Michelle V.
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Ratings for Flushing, NY special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Flushing, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.