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Diana Y.

In God Do I Put My Trust And All Things Are Possible Through Chris Jesus

Howard Beach, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
My name is Diana , I'm a Certify home health care for the past 10 years, living in new York, just a dreamer chasing sunsets and Good vibes, sprinkle kindness like confetti, I try my best to let someone I'm in counter with feelings the same enjoy happiness and love that's within me,
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Irakli B.

Howard Beach, NY

from
$17/hr
I am a highly responsible male caregiver, caring and friendly. Focused on the patient's best interests; helping the patient maintain mental health, such as walking/wheelchair riding, exercises and light yoga, as well as assisting with personal hygiene, bathing, etc., as well as hygiene and cleanliness of the living space. I love...
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Katie C.

Pediatrics Are My Specialty

Howard Beach, NY

from
$15/hr
8 years experience
I actually work as a pediatric dental hygienist full-time but with the current situation I'm available full-time. before I was a hygienist I was an EMT so I have experience with various situations. I am a lot of fun and have a lot of energy so I would be helpful anywhere in any way I can.
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Emily B.

Emily

Howard Beach, NY

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Hi, my name is Emily and I am going into my junior year of college. I have been babysitting for three years. I have experience working with children between the ages of 4 and 11 years old. I also have been an aid for children with special needs the past two years. I plan on working with children with my future career and I love...
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Thalia T.

Fun Sitter Thalia

Howard Beach, NY

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Thalia , I am 24 years old from Queens NYC. I am currently in school for nursing and looking for something to do on the side while in school. I have prior experience with babysitting through care from ages 0-10 years old and up to 3 children at a time. I have prior experience working with special needs children...
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Elisa M.

Weekend Caregiver Available

Woodside, NY

4.7(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
I graduated from Saint John's University in May 2016 with a bachelor's in Administrative Studies and a minor in Italian. I worked in a daycare for summers 2012-2015, with children ranging from ages 2 to 12. As a teacher assistant, I helped with feeding, potty training, diaper changing, and homework. I volunteered in a school for...

Victoria G. says "Elisa is currently caring for my 17 mos old son 3 days/week while I work from home. She is punctual, kind, flexible and keeps up with our routine. She...

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Anita C.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$38/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Nurturing young minds and fostering their development is my greatest passion. My previous babysitting experiences solidified my desire to positively impact children's lives. With five years of experience caring for children aged 0-12+, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe and stimulating environment for up to three...

Dijana B. says "Anita was extremely reliable. She has gone above and beyond for my family. My children were very comfortable with her, she was fun and the kids really...

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Brenna R.

Experienced Babysitter Available

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am 29 years old and have worked in child care on and off since I was 13. I have recent infant and special needs experience. In the past, I worked for various after school programs, and in school support positions. I have experience with children of all ages and abilities, including kids with sensory issues and behavioral...

Angela V. says "Brenna was our regular after school sitter for over a year, before she moved out of the Boston area. She was fantastic with my autistic son and we miss...

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Kelsey N.

HS Teacher Seeking After School Jobs

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have been caring for children since I was 13. I have extensive experience with children with special needs. ! I am currently looking for after school and recurring weekend/date night babysitting jobs in and around Cambridge! I am also available for tutoring or direct instruction/homework help for an additional fee. I have had...

Jay M. says "Kelsey is warm and friendly. My daughter took to her immediately. Kelsey was attentive to her and played developmental games with her. She did a great job...

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Sushiela E B.

Franklin Square, NY

4.2(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
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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Alyssa H.

Part-time Caregiver Available

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
As the oldest of 3 kids and 10 cousins, I have been taking care of younger kids my whole life. I love being around developing minds and hearing their amazing questions. I love to play and have been working as a babysitter for 10+ years. I have babysat a total of 22 children, ages 0 months-15 years of age. My responsibilities...

Erin C. says "We LOVE Alyssa. She is the first person we trusted to baby-sit our infant daughter. Her experience is extensive and most importantly our daughter is happy...

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Connor H.

Fun, Patient, Energetic Big Kid!

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! I'm C (they/them). For 6 years, I've been caregiving for toddlers to 12-year-olds and lead teaching children ages 2 to 15 in theatre and ESL. In my nanny career, I have been responsible for anywhere from 1 - 2 children at a time, consistently (a previous job was with 2 siblings), and I have 3+ years experience working...

Kim H. says "My two school aged children loved C and I was super happy with the care they received. I would highly recommend C!"

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Perla E.

Billingual, Musical And Fun Loving Babysitter

Astoria, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi, My name is Perla. I'm a Computer Science college student with 8+ years of experience in child care and Math tutoring. I'm an English and Spanish native speaker. I'm very active. I love bike riding, playing soccer, playing guitar and ukulele. Also, I'm experienced with kids from ages 1 to 13 and kids with special needs.

Crystal S. says "Perla is responsible, loving and the kids adore her. She worked for our family for over a year and was energetic, thoughtful and hardworking. She made...

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Cassie D.

Part Or Full Time Sitter/Nanny With Special Needs Experience!!

Woodside, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
In my years of care giving, I have watched children ranging in newborns to tweens. I have 9 yrs of personal experience and 7 of care giver experience with children with special needs. I am ready and available to pick up/drop off your little ones to and from all activities. I am a firm believer that the arts help stimulate very...

Lauren E. says "Super cheerful and sweet with the kids. My kids loved her, which was quite nice for me (no anxiety leaving them with her!). She handled my children's food...

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Beltha H.

Adaptive Sitter

Ozone Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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Andre T.

Astoria, NY

5.0(0)
from
$24/hr
My name is Andre I am been working with special-needs individual for over two years and I'm looking for more opportunity to go even further in this field
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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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Sophia A.

Caregiver

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Nita S.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! Im an experienced and dedicated childcare professional with a background in Early Childhood pedagogy and over 10 years of hands on experience as both a nanny and a teacher. Im fully qualified to work with infants and have cared for children of all ages, including those with special needs. I worked in a school in Germany...

Care Member says "We have been so lucky to have Nita as part of our family over the past year. She is very friendly, organized, thoughtful and has been amazing to our 2...

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Elizabeth R.

Part Time Caregiver

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi there! My name is Elizabeth, I am a registered nurse in the neonatal intensive care unit in the city! Aside from my nursing degree, I have over 10 years of experience in childcare, ranging from the structured setting of a child care center to a more flexible at home babysitting setting. I have also taken on the role as coach,...

Michele R. says "Elizabeth is absolutely amazing with children of all ages. She has cared for my children during various periods over the past 5 years. She is...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $18.00/hr as of September 2026

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Special Needs Caregivers in Howard Beach, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Elisa M.

Elisa is currently caring for my 17 mos old son 3 days/week while I work from home. She is punctual, kind, flexible and keeps up with our...

- Victoria G.

Anita C.

Anita was extremely reliable. She has gone above and beyond for my family. My children were very comfortable with her, she was fun and the...

- Dijana B.

Brenna R.

Brenna was our regular after school sitter for over a year, before she moved out of the Boston area. She was fantastic with my autistic son...

- Angela V.

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