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Monique B.

Mount Vernon, NY

4.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, Just a little about myself! I have been working with students with autism for over 15 years. My life is dedicated to those who need just a little assistance in life. I will provide a loving and fun environment for any child or young adult , with special needs, that is in my care. I am very reliable and easy going, I love...
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Smile Producer

Mount Vernon, NY

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been working at a charter school for the last 6 years. I have knowledge of children ages 0-13 years old at this time. I love children! Prior to working at the school I gained experience working with children. I have worked at a camp for 13 years. I also have experience working with children with special needs. I worked at...

Zaida S. says "Antoinette is very reliable, punctual and professional. Very kind and caring. Always goes above to get the job done."

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Caregiver/Special Needs

Mount Vernon, NY

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Caregiver/Special Needs, HHA trained. Experience with seniors. Also mental health, medical conditions & ADHD as I lived with a sibling & grandmother who suffered from these different things.
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Personal Care Assistant Available Full Time

Mount Vernon, NY

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Working in the field for over 10 years as a certified nurse assistant and private care provider.
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Direct Support Professional

Mount Vernon, NY

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$17/hr
4 years experience
I have worked with children and adults who are developmentally delayed. Alongside non verbal and ADHD.
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Brianna C.'s Photo

Mount Vernon, NY

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$23/hr
5 years experience
My name is Brianna. I am passionate about working with kids of all ages. I am offering childcare. I love being a babysitter! I have experience with infants, toddlers, kids and teens. My responsibilities included driving to/from school, homework, dinner, crafts and many more. I am welcome to working in homes with pets. For...
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Teacher/HHA/ Respite/DSP

Mount Vernon, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a trained teacher with over 30 years experience working with children with physical, developmental and mental challenges. Im also a New York certified HHA and I presently work as a DSP with autistic teens / young adults. I am excited about working with new families to ensure maximum growth and potential of their loved ones.
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Hawa S.'s Photo

Mount Vernon, NY

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I have extensive experience working with individuals with special needs through my roles as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and a Personal Care Assistant (PCA). In these positions, I supported clients with diverse developmental, cognitive, and physical needs. My responsibilities included implementing care plans, assisting...
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Sharnalee H.'s Photo

Mount Vernon, NY

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$25/hr
provided compassionate and dedicated care to both children and adults with special needs, including those with developmental, physical, and behavioral challenges. Their responsibilities included: • Assisting with daily living activities such as personal care, feeding, mobility, and medication administration. • Supporting...
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Mount Vernon, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Tina, I live in Fleetwood, Mount Vernon. I grew up in Pelham, NY went to Pelham schools and graduated college. I have 25+ yrs of experience in babysitting, special needs children from newborns -18 yrs of age. I do not smoke nor drink. I drive/have a car. I feel I am a good fit for this job because I have the...
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Shenneth J.'s Photo

Mount Vernon, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I am currently working with a child who has Leukemia.
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Childcare Professional With Experience In Early Education, Special Needs Support & Infant Care

Mount Vernon, NY

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi I'm Renee I am an experienced caregiver with a warm Caribbean background and years of hands-on childcare from helping raise my many nephews and grand-nephews since infancy. I've taught high school Biology for two years and first grade for two years, giving me strong skills in child development, learning support, and behavior...
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Nicole F.'s Photo

Mount Vernon, NY

1.0(0)
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$28/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am a NYS certified level 3 teachers assistant and have worked with children with special needs for the last 10 years. I am also Patient Care Technician (Phlebotomy and EKG) and have an updated CPR certification. I have always had a love and patience for children and now that love has grown now that I have my own. I enjoy arts...
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Karen L.'s Photo

Mount Vernon, NY

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$28/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Professional, empathetic, and responsible Child Care Assistant with experience supporting children with special needs. I have worked as a Home Health Aide and child care provider, assisting children with daily routines, personal care, emotional support, and behavioral needs. I am patient, attentive, and committed to creating a...
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Mount Vernon, NY

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$23/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Za'Carrah, I have been working with children for 4years and I have a true passion for working with children. I previously worked as a paraprofessional supporting children with special needs, which gave me valuable experience in providing patient, compassionate care. I'm CPR certified I'm a responsible,...
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Devi P.'s Photo

Mount Vernon, NY

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$40/hr
11 years experience
-Mother of two -13 Years of experience with special needs -13 years of experience with G tube -CPR certified -Clean driving record - Has References
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Amanda D.'s Photo

Mount Vernon, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
Hi families! I've been caring for children for nearly a decade and have experience with a wide range of families - from large households (4+ kids) to smaller families, as well as children with special needs. I'm comfortable adapting to different parenting styles, routines, and schedules (even very early mornings!). I genuinely...
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Priscilla Q.'s Photo

Mount Vernon, NY

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$11/hr
7 years experience
I've always loved working with kids, and a lot of that comes from my experience babysitting and working in after-school and summer programs over the past five years. I've helped children of all ages, including kids with special needs, and those roles taught me patience, flexibility, and how to make sure every child feels safe...
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Where I Began

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I started working with children when I was 12, babysitting my younger sister and cousins. For 4 years I worked for the Boy Scouts of America both in NYC and Long Island which ran as an after-school program at schools in five boroughs grades 1-5. I was a program specialist and would lead the weekly lessons to my assigned den. A...

Roni M. says "Viana is AMAZING! She is reliable, timely, trustworthy, caring, playful with the children, honest, and any other positive adjective you can think of! She...

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Full-Time Nanny/Babysitter

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My deep-rooted love and dedication to nurturing children have been integral to my life's journey from a young age. I aspire to not only provide exceptional care but also foster an environment where children thrive and flourish. With over 7 years of hands-on experience as a nanny, I've honed invaluable qualities including...

Aleksandr M. says "Lia is incredibly joyful, open, and has a knack for quickly establishing a connection with children. From the first moment my little one saw her, she...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.78/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 3.3

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Mount Vernon, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in Mount Vernon, NY are rated 3.3 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Antoinett F.

Antoinette is very reliable, punctual and professional. Very kind and caring. Always goes above to get the job done.

- Zaida S.

Viana V.

Viana is AMAZING! She is reliable, timely, trustworthy, caring, playful with the children, honest, and any other positive adjective you can...

- Roni M.

Lia P.

Lia is incredibly joyful, open, and has a knack for quickly establishing a connection with children. From the first moment my little one saw...

- Aleksandr M.

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