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Stefanie D.

Mineola, NY

from: $20/hr

6 years experience

I am a speech therapist looking to help a family with care on weekends. I have extensive care with children and people with special needs.

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Ivonete L.

Patient & Experienced Sitter (30+yrs Of Experience)

Mineola, NY

from: $20/hr

1 year experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I have over 30 years of experience caring for children, with a strong background in special needs. I provided around-the-clock care to my autistic daughter, until she was recently placed into a permanent residency. I am comfortable taking care of infants, children, and adults of varying level of function. I am very patient and...

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Ivonete L.

Part-time Nanny Available (weekdays)

Mineola, NY

from: $17/hr

10 years experience

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Stefanie D.

Mineola, NY

from: $17/hr

6 years experience

Dementia

errands

light cleaning

transportation

meal prep

I am a speech therapist looking to help a family with weekend care for their loved ones. I have extensive experience with people with special needs.

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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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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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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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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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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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Caroline K.

Fun And Caring Sitter!

Garden City, NY

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

5 years experience

Carpooling

travel

craft assistance

light cleaning

swimming supervision

+ 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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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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Olutuminu O.

Happy And Engaging

Sea Cliff, NY

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Carpooling

swimming supervision

craft assistance

grocery shopping

meal prep

+ 1 more

Hello! I'm a reliable and caring babysitter with 5+ years of experience, including caring for children with special needs. I hold a bachelor's from and Ivy League. I prioritize safety and well-being, holding CPR and health emergency training, and I am a fully vaccinated non-smoker with a valid driver's license and reliable...

Yvonne I. says "Tumi is punctual, respectful and dependable. My 2 year old son loves her."

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Linda M.

Compassionate Nanny

Glen Cove, NY

5.0(1)

from: $40/hr

10 years experience

Travel

I have lots of experience with great abilities. I am very detailed, punctual, take directions well, a team player and fun to be with. I am very passionate in caring for others and helping out. My responsibilities to your child would be the overall care, monitor feedings, diapers, logs, soothing, sleep train, can be flexible,...

Hana B. says "She was wonderful with my 2 children. She definitely was part of our family. She taught me things about my newborn that if she was not around I probably...

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Nadine T.

Freeport, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience

Companionship

meal prep

dementia

errands

light cleaning

+ 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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Sarah L.

Fresh Meadows, NY

5.0(1)

from: $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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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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Erline D.

Hewlett, NY

4.9(1)

from: $33/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Companionship

meal prep

errands

hospice services

live-in home care

+ 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 "She is a very compassionate and caring person. I know her for more than 10 years "

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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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Sushiela B.

Franklin Square, NY

4.2(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 8 families in your area

Carpooling

grocery shopping

light cleaning

swimming supervision

meal prep

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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Alexa F.

Massapequa, NY

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Craft assistance

swimming supervision

travel

I am a college graduate and certified elementary school teacher currently working as a permanent sub. I have always loved working with children from working as a camp counselor to babysitting throughout high school and college. I also work at a summer program for children with special needs. As a babysitter, I have had the...

Carrie L. says "We first met Alexa when she was working as a counselor for our older daughter at the local summer recreation program. We have since hired her as our...

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Juana P.

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...

- Amanda Z.

Alexandra O.

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...

- Melissa G.

Michelle C.

She is the best. Takes pride in her work

- Wayne E.

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Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Mineola, NY

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Available Now in Mineola!

Stefanie D.

Ivonete L.

Patient & Experienced Sitter (30+yrs Of Experience)

Ivonete L.

Part-time Nanny Available (weekdays)

Stefanie D.

Juana P.

Debra S.

Need Help?

Alexandra O.

Part-Time Summer Babysitter Available

Michelle C.

Friendly, Flexible And Professional.

Renee O.

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

Caroline K.

Fun And Caring Sitter!

Patricia O.

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

Olutuminu O.

Happy And Engaging

Linda M.

Compassionate Nanny

Nadine T.

Sarah L.

Maya N.

Erline D.

Alexis T.

Sushiela B.

Alexa F.

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

Juana P.

Alexandra O.

Michelle C.

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