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Olawale E.

Forest Hills, NY

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
1 year experience
My experience for special needs is mainly from working as a medical assistant for 2 years at a family clinic where I have had to deal with special need patients and their parents, as well as babysitting my 4 years old cousin who had speech delay speech. I believe that my care for and exposure in special needs kids will be a good...

Stu C. says "Wale is very personable. He is good at communicating and is level headed and cool when handling conflict. He is also very caring and stands out as one who...

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Hardai B.

Special Needs Assistance

Forest Hills, NY

from
$19/hr
I took care of children that had developmental challenges. Attention Deficit and Down Syndrome. I am passionate about children and adults that has special needs due to having a brother with Down syndrome. I am also a certified Personal Care Assistant. I am flexible with time, and go the extra mile to accommodate my clients...
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Chastity Ann S.

I'm A Caregiver For Almost Four Years

Forest Hills, NY

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I am a caregiver and administrator for almost 4 years. I have a lot of experience with seniors. I don't have any certificate of CNA, HHA or PCA. But I am working more than a CNA, HHA and PCA in my past years of working in Home Care and Assisted living. In that period of time working with seniors I gained my personal training in...
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Sarah C.

Doctoral Student In School Psychology Seeking Opprotunities!

Forest Hills, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Sarah, and I am a current school psychology doctoral candidate at St. John's university! My education focuses on behavioral and emotional support for children and adolescents with unique needs. I have experience working with children through a variety of previous babysitting employments (children ranging from 6...
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Michele V.

Forest Hills, NY

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Group home supervisor for over 5 years, taking care of people with a variety of ID diagnosis ranging in age 10-75. Healthy meals prepared, errands and light housekeeping services as well.
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Evon R.

Responsible College Student

Forest Hills, NY

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$14/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! I am a 23-year-old student. I work for The Department of Education as an Assistant Teacher. I've done this job for over 4 years. I have experience with special needs and general Ed students. I also have experience with kids k-12. My experience has made me great with kids. I am patient, fun, and caring. Your kids will be well...
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Shani W.

Forest Hills, NY

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$10/hr
I have been working with kids with special needs since I was 15 years old. I have shadowed children with down's syndrome, cerebral palsy and autism of various spectrum. I also have been babysitting since a young age as well. I recently graduated nursing school and I am CPR certified. I am fun, friendly, caring and love working...
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Ying S.

Female

Forest Hills, NY

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$22/hr
3 years experience
My name is Ying, come from China, moved America 8 years ago, have green card, have Home health Aids licence, 6 years caregiver job experience, so I have fingerprint. Because my daughter has Autism, she is 31 years old, I have huge patience for these kids, I worked as a teacher for 30 years in China, now my daughter can speak...
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Eka B.

My Overall Skills

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
hospice services
companionship
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Certified HHA , CHA. I have skills to communicate and make them fill safe and happy. 20 year experience tough me how to deal with emergency and special needs

Eka B. says "She is very loving, caring and trustworthy person. I always felt great when she took care of my mom. I highly recommend hiring her"

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Melis W.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! I recently moved to NYC from Las Cruces, NM where I worked at A Children's Theatre of Mesilla Valley since 2016 as a Director and Workshop Coordinator as well as a high school theatre teacher at Las Cruces High School. I have worked with all ages ranging from 2 through 17 years old. I have experience working with,...

Tulay W. says "Reliable, sweet, non-confrontational, organized, punctual, goes the extra mike. "

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Christine W.

I'm Too Young To Have Kids, But Children Are The Source Of My Joy!!

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I enter every room with love and grace! Happy to bring ease to your life and help however I can! I'm a 24-year-old musical theatre actor living in Hamilton Heights. I've spent my entire life working with children, through camp counseling, teaching, and primarily babysitting. Additionally, I have four years of experience of...

Caroline H. says "We hired Christine for a week when our usual nanny was on vacation. She was fantastic. She made a quick bond with the kids and they easily felt...

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Jennifer F.

Caring Like Family

Middle Village, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Visiting nurse
dementia
personal care
visiting physician
hospice services
I'm a trained Nurses Assistant and a Home Health Aide. I have 6 years experience working with the elderly in a home settling . I have experience with clients with dementia, special needs , as well as hospice care. I can provide the following services: medication reminder, record vitals, assist with bathing , dressing ,...

Jodi D. says "I hesitate to say too much because I don't want anyone to steal her from us. Mom just loves her, which is half the battle here. Mom mostly needs...

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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
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Jessica J.

Cambria Heights, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
Hello I'm Jessica a mother of a 16yr old girl and I people person, meaning I love to make people smile and laugh. I AM VACCINATED. I've been a certified nanny/ elderly care giver for 17yrs and I am a dog walker/or Pet sitter for 23yrs. I also received my certification in childcare. I love my job, caring for infants, helping...

Alisa D. says "She is a loving and kind caretaker before moving to Alabama I hired her to take care of my mother and 3 kids while I was at work. She made sure there every...

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Leeanne K.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi families ! I am a Mom of three amazing boys ! I have been a stay home mom for nine years and my youngest has just went to a 3-k program so I am available to help other families. Prior to being a Mommy, I have worked with children of all ages for years. I also have a Social science degree that focused a lot of developmental...
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Tashera T.

Dedicated Household Manager With A Passion For Family Care

Far Rockaway, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
23 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Experienced nanny and house manager with 20+ years of expertise caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs. Proven ability to create nurturing and stimulating environments, manage household operations, and provide reliable, compassionate care. Dedicated to fostering children's growth and well-being while...

Hillary T. says "Tashera is excellent with children. She is organized and dependable. Tashera could teach preschool with her skills. She is caring and always trying to...

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Sophia A.

Caregiver

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Sophie, and I'm excited to provide care for people of all ages. I'm a student at the University of Minnesota pursuing a degree in psychology and political science, and I am passionate about helping with with the everyday demands of life! I have 5 years of experience in both special needs and non-special needs childcare...

David B. says "Sophia was a wonderful P/T nanny to our autistic son for a year and a half when she was studying in Chicago. She is caring, patient. and knowledgeable and...

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Jessica S.

Astoria, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello there! I am Jessica, a heart-centered RIE and Montessori educcarer (educator and caregiver) with a passion for compassionate care-giving and child-led learning/play. A typical day with me includes endless songs, artistic exploration, and finding every opportunity for learning, connection and joy. I am All Ages First Aid...

Evanice P. says "Jessica is a thoughtful, joyful and innovative caregiver. She cares for our medically complex daughter, that is 4 and two other children 8 and 2. She...

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Natalia R.

Experienced And Goofy Caregiver

Ozone Park, NY

3.7(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
My care-giving experience is extensive, which has exposed me to a wide range of cultures and backgrounds. I have worked with families who had children with ASD, CP, ADHD, etc. so I understand the responsibilities that are expected of me as a special needs caregiver. One thing that I have learned from care-giving is that each...

Ashley R. says "Natalia worked for us for about a year and was truly a godsend. She is extremely patient, loving, caring, fun, energetic, and creative. She assisted with...

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Suprina B.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
50 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
I have over 10 years of experience working with infants, children, and young adults. My focus is supporting and encouraging positivity, try-again's, celebrating creativity to navigate, and, when possible, exceed milestones. Love children and come to work daily with enthusiasm. Special training: New Born, ABA, Floortime,...

Catherine W. says "We had to cancel due to illness but Suprina was very responsive and provided wonderful references!"

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.88/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Forest Hills, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in Forest Hills, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Olawale E.

Wale is very personable. He is good at communicating and is level headed and cool when handling conflict. He is also very caring and stands...

- Stu C.

Eka B.

She is very loving, caring and trustworthy person. I always felt great when she took care of my mom. I highly recommend hiring her

- Eka B.

Melis W.

Reliable, sweet, non-confrontational, organized, punctual, goes the extra mike.

- Tulay W.

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