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Tsering D.

Jackson Heights, NY

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Tsering . I have a good experience in caring for children any age and special needs for 6 years. I love taking care of children and enjoy helping them learn and grow everyday. My strengths as a nanny are compassion, reliable, responsible and caring person. Thank you
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Maria B.

Full Time Senior Care / Part-Time Baby Sitter

Jackson Heights, NY

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$41/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello, I am originally from Venezuela, my first language is Spanish. I moved to the United States 25 years ago. In Venezuela I obtained my Associate Degree in Advertising. In this country I have dedicated myself to child and senior care. I have completed several training courses for child care and in the same way I completed...
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Krystal S.

Full-Time Caregiver

Jackson Heights, NY

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$30/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there! Thanks for checking out my profile. I've been caring for children for nearly a decade and have worked with infants, toddlers, and children with special needs. I spent about two years around Occupational, ABA, and Speech Therapists and still use many of their tools and strategies in my caregiving. While I've spent...
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Melanie T.

Hi, I'm Melanie

Jackson Heights, NY

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$27/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi there! I'm Melanie, a certified medical assistant working full-time and also juggling college. I'm bilingual in English and Spanish, and I've got my CPR and AED certifications from the American Red Cross and the American Safety & Health Institute. I absolutely love babies and pets! Most of my babysitting experience comes...
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Carmen D.

Compassionate Babysitter

Jackson Heights, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Carmen, a warm and reliable caregiver with over 5 years of experience caring for children, including infants and kids with special needs, as well as adults with special needs. I'm fluent in Portuguese, speak English, and have intermediate Spanish. I take a gentle, Montessori-inspired approach that encourages...
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Joanna R.

Experienced And Dedicated Home Care Aide

Jackson Heights, NY

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have >25 years of experience assisting clients with their medical needs as well as personal care and household tasks. My experience has included extended care for patients with different kinds of specialized needs (e. g. paraplegic, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's Disease). I am energetic, self-directed, able to work without...
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Diane K.

Have Experience Working With Special Needs Students

Jackson Heights, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have 17 years experience working in public schools in New York as a substitute teacher and private tutor. I have worked with special needs students. I am very patient. I have a BA in English and a MA in English Literature. I have a lot of experience helping students with their reading and writing skills.
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Sukanya P.

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
I've spent the past 10 years caring for children of all ages and am also a parent to a 4-year-old. I'm patient, creative, and friendly, and I truly enjoy supporting families with dependable, loving care. I value open communication and love being on the same page with families. I enjoy keeping kids engaged with outdoor play,...

Care Member says "Suki was with us for nearly 10 months, since my son was 4 months old, she has been an absolute treasure for our son. No matter what time of day it is,...

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Annelise L.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there! I have been a full and part time nanny in New York City for 7 years now. I've watched children ages newborn to 14 and have experience caring for children with special needs as well. I pride myself in being a compassionate, kind, and patient caregiver. I am a fun, outgoing, and creative person! I love to read, do...

Monty H. says "Annelise is highly qualified and a breath of fresh air. No hesitation to recommend her and she is welcome with us always."

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Sherolyn T.

Aid On Call

Maspeth, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
live-in home care
respite care
dementia
personal care
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Sherolyn T. I have 20 years of experience in working with seniors, children and those who have special needs. I have mainly worked with the senior community in nursing homes, private homes and hospitals. I have found much joy and fulfillment in helping others. I earned my CNA from ABCI and I am able to assist...

Nadine G. says "I am honored to provide a reference for Sherolyn. I have known Sherolyn for 15 years. In the capacity Of her immediate Supervisor which led to a...

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Sarah L.

Fresh Meadows, NY

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name's Sarah , I'm 20 years old and currently in my 3rd year of undergraduate studies at St. John's University and going to be pursuing law school soon. I've been babysitting for about 5 years now, I work well with special needs children and have a 6-year-old autistic brother I take care of. I'm very passionate,...

Mike W. says "We hired Sarah to take care of our children for a week while our regular sitter was out of town. We have a 5 year old and a 2 year old. Sarah came to our...

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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
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
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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Hayley W.

Professional Nanny/Personal Assistant

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
Professional childcare provider with over 10 years of experience in fully-staffed estates seeking a full time, long term (live in/live out) career-nanny/management position in the Tri-State Area. Working as a governess is something I am truly passionate about, and believe it is my life's calling. That is why I am moving back to...

Maureen M. says "Hayley was our Nanny for over 3 years & still continues to babysit our 6 year old daughter occasionally. We were extremely comfortable w/ Hayley from the...

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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
Personal care
visiting nurse
dementia
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 T.

Available For Date Night Sitting Only

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
**Available for one-time/occasional sitting jobs only** My experience includes three years as a full-time live-in nanny for fantastic preemie twins, who are now attending school full-time. I still care for the twins occasionally when their parents have to be away at the same time. Previously, I worked as a state-certified...

Marwan H. says "She was an outstanding for our newborn twins and stayed with us for three years until they started pre-school. She is professional, reliable, flexible...

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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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Casey E.

Nanny And Babysitter

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Casey, and I'm eager to match with my next family in New York City. ! I am a photographer and Vanderbilt University alumni. I love to hike, paint and cook/bake in my free time. I am CPR and rescue certified, and have experience with children of all ages as well as special needs children. I've been babysitting...

Danylle K. says "Casey watched our boys (3 & 6) for 9 months. She was very dependable and easy to communicate with. Our kids loved when she came. She was always engaged...

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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
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Rosalyn G.

Looking For A Caring Family.

Hoboken, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
Hello! My name is Rosalyn. I am a certified teacher with my P-3 license and special education. I am currently a teacher in a self-contained SLD classroom. I am looking for an after-school and/or Saturday position. I can help children in struggling subjects. If your child has special needs and needs extra guidance, please let me...

Care Member says "Rosalyn worked with our family with 2 young children for just over a year. She was loving and caring and was a pleasure to have her part of our family....

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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
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
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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  • The average post rate is $28.29/hr as of January 2026

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Jackson Heights, NY

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

Sukanya P.

Suki was with us for nearly 10 months, since my son was 4 months old, she has been an absolute treasure for our son. No matter what time of...

- Care member

Annelise L.

Annelise is highly qualified and a breath of fresh air. No hesitation to recommend her and she is welcome with us always.

- Monty H.

Sherolyn T.

I am honored to provide a reference for Sherolyn. I have known Sherolyn for 15 years. In the capacity Of her immediate Supervisor which led...

- Nadine G.

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