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Jacquelle J.

Freeport, NY

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$17/hr
Driven by a genuine passion for supporting people with special needs, I bring forth a wealth of experience and a fervent dedication to making a positive impact. As an active member of the Best Buddies organization for over 5 years, I have wholeheartedly embraced the ethos of inclusion and empowerment. Currently serving as the...
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Francisca G.

CPR. NURSE ASSISTANT. RN

Freeport, NY

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Ability to move, good experience all ages. Currently working in Hospital. Good references. I can drive anywhere.
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Emanie C.

Freeport, NY

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$23/hr
4 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi Families! My name is Emanie, and I'm an active, organized, and enthusiastic nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages and backgrounds. Along with babysitting and nannying, I've worked with children with special needs in self-contained classrooms, served as a teacher's aide, hosted children's...
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Jennifer K.

Freeport, NY

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$30/hr
Live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Jenn, I've been a nanny my whole adult life. I also have cared for elderly with special needs
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Nadine T.

Freeport, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
For the past 15 years, I have worked in the healthcare field as a Certified Home Health Aide, providing compassionate and comprehensive care to hundreds of clients across Nassau and Suffolk counties. My experience includes hands-on support for individuals with Alzheimer's, Dementia, and those requiring Hospice care, among other...

Eileen R. says "Kind, caring, compassionate and sweet. Easy to talk to and understands the needs of clients as well as family members."

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Cynthia H.

Cindy H

Freeport, NY

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$21/hr
I am a caring compassionate mom of a teen daughter with ASD. I have tons of experience with different disabilities. I am full time caregiver for my sister with Down's Syndrome as well. I was looking for a part time position while my daughter is in school and my sister is at program. Ideally during the hours 9:15 - 2:45 or even...
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Cynthia H.

Cindy H

Freeport, NY

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$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a mother of 2 daughters. I have tons of experience with babies, school age children and special needs. I also grew up in a large family and helped take care of all my siblings growing up. I'd like a part time position while my daughter is in school. I am willing to do laundry, prepare meal's and light housecleaning. I know...
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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)
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$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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Ryan M.

Child Care

Massapequa, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
I am a kind hearted and fun loving nanny. I do not have any children of my own. I have been a babysitter/nanny since I was 14 years old. I have taken care of children ages 6 weeks to 14 years. I have also dealt with multiples and children with special needs. I don't mind pets, but I am allergic to cats. I enjoy keeping children...

Tim R. says "We were a family of 5 (6 now!) and Ryan was our sitter for almost two years before she moved to South Florida. She is amazing with the kids and quickly...

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Caroline K.

Fun And Caring Sitter!

Garden City, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
carpooling
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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Malika J.

Elmont, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Nakeisha R.

Available For Companionship, Housekeeping And Meal Prep

Amityville, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
mobility assistance
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
"I am modest, but hard working. Someone who thinks positive, who can execute on difficult task. I'm not a individual who needs to be micromanage, rather when given a task. I can figure out the best way's to solve the problem in an autonomous manner. I Have experience patient'swho required special needs, Alzheimer's, glaucoma and...

Care Member says "Nakeisha is a lovely woman. She is very kind and a hard worker. She takes care of my husband who has Parkinson's disease on weekends, and she is...

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Crystal L.

Babysitter

Farmingdale, NY

5.0(1)
from
$49/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Crystal and I am 33 years old. I am a graduate of Long Island University Post Campus with my Bachelor's degree and teaching certification in Childhood Education. I have a Master's Degree and am certified in General and special Education. I have been teaching for 10 years and have experience working with...

Care Member says "As a single father of two young girls, finding the right babysitter was of the utmost importance to me. With a busy work schedule that keeps me out of...

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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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Erline D.

Hewlett, NY

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
companionship
errands
+ 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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Julieta C.

Franklin Square, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/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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Lisa F.

Full Time Nanny

Oceanside, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
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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Nalijah W.

Amityville, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently employed as a Special Education Teacher's Assistant at a Charter School in Dekalb County. I have experience working with children from kindergarten to twelfth grade. Daily I help my students understand material that they find difficult. During the summer months I work as a director at camp for children with...
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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
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
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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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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.57/hr as of December 2025

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Freeport, NY

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

Nadine T.

Kind, caring, compassionate and sweet. Easy to talk to and understands the needs of clients as well as family members.

- Eileen R.

Renee O.

Awesome lady, enjoyed Renee very much

- Care member

Ryan M.

We were a family of 5 (6 now!) and Ryan was our sitter for almost two years before she moved to South Florida. She is amazing with the kids...

- Tim R.

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