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Beltha H.

Adaptive Sitter

Ozone Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi please call me Bel! I have child care experiences from taking care of cousins, nephews/nieces, friends children. Also by working in family home and school settings with infants, early childhood daycare, elementary, junior high schools and high school as a full time paraprofessional for the NYCDOE and support at the Caedmon...

Andrea F. says "Bel is, in one word, INCREDIBLE! She has helped us care for our two children, ages 2 and 6, since March 2022, including most of the summer of 2022. Bel...

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Rosaria C.

Oceanside, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a fun loving energetic woman who has had many experiences with children as a mother and a teacher. I have worked with kids with special needs and with senior people affected by dementia. I am a woman with high moral values. I believe in honesty and integrity

Katelyn K. says "Rosaria is wonderful! She is so good with my kids, completely engages with them and they have so much fun with her. She is absolutely amazing at helping...

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Hamoy V.

Far Rockaway, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
My name is Hamoy, and I am excited about the opportunity to work with your children. As a full-time college student majoring in math education, I bring a wealth of experience and dedication to childcare. I am a Registered Behavioral Technician with over two and a half years of experience working in a special needs school. I hold...

Care Member says "Hamoy was great with my three kids. She played with them and even helped my 4 year old son to talk better. I'm truly grateful for you and really sorry I...

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Maya N.

Queens Village, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I love providing care to anyone. I'm a certified HHA with 10 years of experience. I have dealt with all types of people from children to adults including those with special needs. I've had many cases... Bed ridden Colostomy Catheter Alzheimer's Impediment etc. I can perform all aspects of activities of daily living and can work...

Valerie B. says "Maya is a professional through and through. I trust her to take good care of my son."

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Barbara W.

Happy And Motivating Babysitter With 30 Years Of Experience

Cambria Heights, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
Good Day, My name is Barbara but people call me Barb. I have 30 years of experience sitting for ages newborn to teenager, including twins and special needs. I am pursuing an MS Ed. in Elementary Education. I have been responsible for up to 5 children plus have worked in a day care. I cook, clean, tutor schoolwork, teach arts...

Carolyn W. says "Barbara was so great with my 18-month-old! He was pretty grouchy and tantrum-prone on the day she sat for us, but Barbara won him over with her warmth...

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Renee L.

Oakland Gardens, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
I have extensive experience in caring Individual with disabilities and behavioral issues as well as the elderly and children. I drove school bus for 15+ years transporting a variety of students from pre-K to high school.
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Lisa F.

Full Time Nanny

Oceanside, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
Hi, my name is Lisa. I Have two grown sons ages 27 and 31. I have 25 years experience working with children ages newborn through -12 and have worked with special needs children/ teens as well . Children and animals have always been my passion so no worries if you do have pets as I love them. I am a very loving , caring ,...

Kylie L. says "Lisa is absolutely AMAZING! I loved having her watch my son. She is kind, energetic, and very attentive to your child and their needs. She showed up early...

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Shabnam A.

Ozone Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Experience with kids: 18YEARS experience with kids of variable ages. Prior experience with kids with special needs CPR CERTIFIED: YES FIRST AID CERTIFIED : YES DRIVER LICENSE : YES CAR: YES SCHOOL: SOME COLLEGE SMOKE OR DRINK: NO

Care Member says "She is such a good nanny. She really loves the kids she cares for, as well as takes good care of them. I really recommend her, and I hope you also enjoy...

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Patricia O.

Nanny, Driver, Have Special Needs Experience

Merrick, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
I am currently a Part-time Special Ed. teacher's Aide. I have been working in the School District for 22 years. Along with that I have worked for 2 families, caring for their children. I drove and picked them up from school, stayed with them till their parents came home, and also drove them to different functions. The second...
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Erline D.

Hewlett, NY

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
meal prep
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
- I'm a patient's care Technician with a certification in dialysis,. - I also work as a Direct care counselor technician. I am experienced in working with children with special needs. - Presently, I worked and cared for children diagnosed with cerebral palsy for 18 years. - I also care for psych patients, and I have a B L S and...

Care Member says "Erline is superb, since I had to work she was my eyes and ears for my Mom who had dementia, she’s really patient."

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Khirishana K.

The Bubbly Babysitter

South Ozone Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
Hi, my name is Khirishana and I am 20 years old. I am a Junior in college pursuing a career in medicine. I have a passion for working with children; their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around. I have been working with children in a variety of settings for over 10 years. I am responsible,...

Joey S. says "Khirishana is a fantastic nanny for both my girls for almost 10 months. She is responsible, caring, honest, communicative, and on time throughout her...

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Shalyce J.

Hempstead, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
As a dedicated childcare provider with eight years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have been incredibly rewarding, and I'm excited to continue making a positive impact on young lives. I believe that patience and creativity are essential qualities for...

Care Member says "Shalyce is absolutely amazing! I was so lucky to have ended up having her for our baby nurse. She is sweet, kind, patient, honest, and trustworthy....

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Toni-ann H.

Trustworthy And Patient Childcare Provider

Queens Village, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Hi! I currently work as a Paraprofessional with the Department of Education, where I support students with special needs in achieving their IEP goals. My love for working with children goes beyond the classroom-I also have several years of experience providing after-school and summer care for families. In past roles, I've...

Katherine M. says "Toni-ann has been a wonderful and reliable caregiver for our two daughters. She is communicative and flexible, helping out on a regular schedule and...

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Juana P.

Port Washington, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as flexible, and understanding. I like working with kids because they're fun, easy going and super cute, I started working with children when I was 21 years old with my own family and friends. I had my son at the age of 23, Now I'm 33 years old and my son is 10 ( best years of my life ). With the time...

Amanda Z. says "Juana has been working with us for several months. She is extremely responsible in caring for both our 1 1/2 year old and 5 year. She is active,...

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Malika J.

Elmont, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
I am a loving and patient Nanny with four years of experience providing compassionate care to children, including those with special needs such as Autism and behavioral challenges. My background includes extensive training in child development and a previous role as a Child Protective Specialist. I also hold a Bachelor's degree...

Care Member says "We have had a wonderful experience with Malika. She connected with my very shy toddler who typically does not warm up to anyone quickly, in addition to...

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Rukminie P.

Part- Time/fulltime

Flushing, NY

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
why am I passionate about caring for your joy in life, because it brings me joy to see their little eye lite up. I understand that kids just need attention, and I am very good at paying attention to them at all time.
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Debra S.

Need Help?

Levittown, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
I have been a Nanny for over 16 years with experience with infants to teens. The past 5 years I have also worked with a high functioning Austic boy who was 13 when I started. I got him from bus after school and kept him busy till aid arrived.. we did puzzles.. games.. talked about his day.
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Grace S.

Garden City, NY

from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Grace! I'm 20 years old and I'm from Garden City, Nassau county. . I am looking for any babysitting job available and have experience in the following: coaching cheerleading, special needs care of all ages (includes swimming supervision, crafts, etc), caring for pets, transportation for children to activities and normal...
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Lemar G.

Senior Care

Seaford, NY

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Errands
dementia
meal prep
companionship
hospice services
+ 1 more
I am currently a Direct support professional for over 3 years and I also do caregiving . I assist special needs individuals with there daily needs. I enjoy helping people to cope with their daily activities. I work with most special needs patients, dementia care, hospice. I am patient , compassionate , dependable and trustworthy...
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Rose H.

Fun Professional Sitter That Knows How To Create Long Lasting Memories

Far Rockaway, NY

from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
Newborns to pre teens I also have experience with special needs kids I also worked in daycares an private homes .
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.00/hr as of November 2025

  • 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

Beltha H.

Bel is, in one word, INCREDIBLE! She has helped us care for our two children, ages 2 and 6, since March 2022, including most of the summer...

- Andrea F.

Rosaria C.

Rosaria is wonderful! She is so good with my kids, completely engages with them and they have so much fun with her. She is absolutely...

- Katelyn K.

Hamoy V.

Hamoy was great with my three kids. She played with them and even helped my 4 year old son to talk better. I'm truly grateful for you and...

- Care member

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