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Julieta C.

Franklin Square, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hi!! I have been a childcare provider for many years, I love children dearly, I think they're the best!! I have worked with a special needs child, in a day care center, and in private homes with infants, toddlers, preescholers and elementary school children. I'm an honest, loving, responsable and energetic person. I'm also...

Su P. says "Julieta was our nanny for over a year. My daughter absolutely loved her and had so much fun doing activities together. I would definitely recommend her. She...

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Sushiela B.

Franklin Square, NY

4.2(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I've always had a passion for caring for children, and with 20 years of experience as a childcare provider, I know I can create a safe and nurturing environment for your child. I have extensive experience with children of all ages, from newborns to preteens. My previous roles have allowed me to work with children with special...

Care Member says "Sushiela (Liz) has been with my family for 3 years and has been amazing with my daughter (6) and son (4). Since my work schedule is hectic, Sushiela...

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Nicole D.

Being Able To Assist A Family In Need With Love And Kindness

Franklin Square, NY

1.0(0)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I have a 21-year-old sister who is special needs also a mother who suffered a stroke at a young age and diabetic with my father passing away from a long fight with cancer I was the care taker for my family. I am currently working for mandorville manor which is a assisted living for special needs. I love using care. Com I've had...
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Sushiela B.

Franklin Square, NY

from
$17/hr
I am very experienced and have dealt with special needs kids and infants. I have many years of experience and I'm very patient considerate and compassionate.
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Alina S.

Franklin Square, NY

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I'm an experienced caregiver and health aide and am able to provide services, such as giving medicine, feeding, bathing, and dressing and exercising of disabled people. I worked for a person, who had a stroke and used mechanical lifts and did tube feeding. I am willing to work during night or day. I have a car and pretty good...
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Ekaterini G.

Franklin Square, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I have a year and a half experience working as a comm hab im in Franklin square. I am available to take ur son to activities and back I can work part time. I'm registered with aim and bravehood and ppl. I currently have two different cases I'm working with.
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Ekaterini G.

Franklin Square, NY

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$23/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
I am patient and friendly with two years working experience caring for toddlers to preteens. I have experience with teens with special needs. Community hab 06/2024-present Provide meaningful instruction to individuals to enhance community living skills. Assist with activities of daily living, personal care, health care, and...
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Nadia G.

Caregiver With 21 Plus Years Experience In The Industry Seeks New Position.

Jamaica, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
I have a natural instinct and understanding of children I have been called the baby whisperer and have the baby magic I help them to thrive and grow in every aspect I have taken care of children newborns to adulthood for 20 plus years professionally I am experienced knowledgeable intelligent kind respectful, punctual . I...

Lisha H. says "We were extremely lucky to find Nadia who has been our son's nanny for more than a year (from age 5 months to 18 months). As a first time parent returning...

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Shareeda R.

Cna/Companion Care Available

South Ozone Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
I enjoy working and helping the elderly. I worked with all different kinds of patients with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Mentally Disable, M. S, Diabetes, Cancer, Stroke, and special needs. I did medication reminders, preparing meals, bathing, dressing, feeding, cooking, laundry, doctors appointments, outdoor activities, and...

Gloria R. says "Shreeda is caring,hardworking and great at any thing she does,I have known her a very long time ! She is very dependable and trustworthy! Whatever...

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Patricia O.

27 Years Experience Working With Special Needs Children And General Education Also

Merrick, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I've worked and presently still am a special needs teachers aide for s school district. I also have worked for a few families over the past 13 years with children ages 6 months thru 16 yrs. My hours in the school district are from eight till 12 noon. I am available after that time. I have many references if needed and thank...

Casey S. says "Patti was a wonderful caretaker for our 4 year old son. She's reliable, punctual and has a very calm disposition that any child would respond quickly to....

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Lisa S.

Child Care Elder Care Housekeeper

Carle Place, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a mother of 4 adult children one with special needs, also a grandmother of a beautiful 6-year-old granddaughter. Currently working with a family in long island for the past 3 years , the children will start school full time so I will be available in September. I have many many years experience in child care and elder care !...

Karen A. says "Lisa is the answer to our prayers! She was hired as a babysitter for our autistic 8yr old daughter. She even spends time with our 3yr old daughter. She is...

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Caroline K.

Fun And Caring Sitter!

Garden City, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have babysat and coached lacrosse for the past 6 years for children up to the ages of 11. I have also worked with special needs in the Best Buddies and Respite program at my church all throughout middle school and high school! I have a car and clean driving record! I don't just sit there but I engage and ensure the kids are...

Amy W. says "Caroline is one of the most amazing babysitters I have ever worked with! She is so professional and my kids LOVED her! I would recommend Caroline to anyone!"

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Khirishana K.

Charismatic Caregiver

South Ozone Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi, my name is Khirishana and I am 19 years old. I am a sophomore at college pursuing a career in medicine. I have a passion for working with children; their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy made them a joy to be around. I have been working with children in a variety of settings for over 10 years. I am a responsible...

Gaitri P. says "Khirishana is an amazing nanny. She integrated so well and my son absolutely loved her. She was professional, patient and very flexible. She had a medical...

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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
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Natalia R.

Experienced And Goofy Caregiver

Ozone Park, NY

3.7(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
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...

Victoria G. says "Natalia is a kind, compassionate person who takes time to understand the person she is caring for and is very thoughtful with everything she does. She...

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Alexandra O.

Part-Time Summer Babysitter Available

Rockville Centre, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
My name is Alexandra and I am a Speech Language Pathologist in an educationally based setting. While growing up, I've had many jobs, which required caring for children. These jobs included being a counselor at both sleep away and day camp and babysitting for multiple families with children of all ages. Throughout my graduate...

Melissa G. says "I have used Alexandra for childcare for my special needs son who is almost 4 years old. She is punctual, reliable, and great with kids. I highly...

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Alexis T.

Merrick, NY

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
Worked 20 hours a week with a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder on daily living and provision of fun, safe and engaging activities to ensure that their days are happy and fulfilling. Collaborated with parents and other caregiver to organize implementation of word games, reading and school-like activities in each daily session...
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Renee O.

Experienced Always Available Childcare in Queens With All Hours, Including Full Time and Part-Time Hours.

Rosedale, NY

4.5(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I owned and operated a day care business for 13 years. The day care was operated on a full time basis at my home. I am kind, patient, and loving enough to care for children with special needs.

Care Member says "Awesome lady, enjoyed Renee very much "

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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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Michelle C.

Friendly, Flexible And Professional.

Queens Village, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Friendly, flexible and professional health care. Over 25 years of healthcare experience within a professional setting and private setting. Willing to work your schedule.

Wayne E. says "She is the best. Takes pride in her work"

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.00/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 3.3

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Franklin Square, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in Franklin Square, NY are rated 3.3 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Julieta C.

Julieta was our nanny for over a year. My daughter absolutely loved her and had so much fun doing activities together. I would definitely...

- Su P.

Sushiela B.

Sushiela (Liz) has been with my family for 3 years and has been amazing with my daughter (6) and son (4). Since my work schedule is hectic,...

- Care member

Nadia G.

We were extremely lucky to find Nadia who has been our son's nanny for more than a year (from age 5 months to 18 months). As a first time...

- Lisha H.

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