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Wendy M.

Companion Care/ Home Care Available

Oakdale, NY

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I'm an experienced caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and adults and able to assist with ADLs and some occupational therapy as well. I enjoy helping to make peoples lives less stressful and more enjoyable. I am first aid and CPR certified I've been in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have extensive...
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Exceptional Experienced Sitter Available

Oakdale, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have recent experience providing child care for children and special needs kids. I enjoyed playing games, arts & crafts, providing meals and transportation to various activities. I am dog friendly and able to tidy up and help with homework. In the past I have volunteered at church working in both the nursery and teaching...

Andrea I. says "Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with my family....

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Experienced Worker

Oakdale, NY

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Hi I'm Maureen. I have 20 plus years of experience w individuals w special needs. I'm patient , calm and reliable. I've raised 2 daughters and have 1 deaf brother.
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Oakdale, NY

from
$17/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as caring , dependable and patient. I started working with kids when I was 13. I babysat for my neighbor whose an RN for her 2 children under 2. The rest is history !! In my spare time, I like to swim, walk, read and travel. My skills include Experienced w Special Needs , medically fragile and...
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Oakdale, NY

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile. I'm Jenna, I'm 24 years old and I'm from Oakdale, NY. I have been taking care of children since I was 13. For the last two years I was a Nanny for a wonderful family while working towards my degree to become a teacher. At this point in time, I am a substitute teacher during the school...
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Oakdale, NY

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Nurturing children's growth and supporting families through reliable, compassionate care is my true passion. I don't have experience being paid for child care but I have always loved to be around to protect younger ones and have experience being a mentor for them throughout my school years. I have experience working with special...
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Oakdale, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Maureen. I'm new to Florida oringinally from NY. I work for SCPS but am looking to make extra money. I enjoy working w the elderly as much as I enjoy working w kids !! I'm a people person. I have 15 yrs experience working in group homes for adults w special needs. I'm mature and responsible. My interests are my daughters...
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Nesconset, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I have 20 yrs exp. Working W&W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's, Special needs, Hospice care and more. I can assist w/all Home Care needs & Light Housekeeping. I am a great cook (had a catering business ) love to feed my clients. Clean Drivers license as well as a clean background...

Care Member says "Elise is so kind, patient, trustworthy and reliable. She currently taking amazing care of my parents and they look forward to her visits. So happy to...

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Future Spanish Teacher

Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I'm Sharon, I'm originally from Mexico, but I've been living in the USA for seven years, I'm bilingual English-Spanish. I have over 11 years of experience with kids, including special needs, CPR, Epinephrine, and First Aide Certificated. Currently I'm a Spanish teacher at a High School but I have experience with all the ages. I...

Care Member says "Sharon has cared for our 10 month old daughter for the past few months and we are so lucky to have found her! She is warm, energetic, and reliable, and...

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Hi

Bay Shore, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as trustworthy kind and loving I like caring for people with special needs because I have learned so much from working with people with special needs I'm looking for a job that is close to my home and early morning I started caring for people with special needs many years ago I have family...

Victoria V. says "Norma was amazing with my son. She is a beautiful person inside and out. She was reliable, punctual and great with communication. I felt so comfortable,...

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Hauppauge, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
I'm currently a 19-year-old college student who has been babysitting for a few years. I have experience with special needs children, specifically autism, and I have my own transportation and am willing to drive and work flexible hours.

Erin P. says "Gabriella has been our morning sitter since September and has been such a rock for me and the kids. I can rely on her to be on time, the kids know they have...

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Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...

Meryl B. says "I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my...

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Patchogue, NY

5.0(0)
from
$21/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently working at a school with students that have Autism. I currently work with 10 years old students, but I have experience with ages younger and older as well. I am working towards my teaching license here in NJ. I have previous experience from working with adults with disabilities. I love caring for and supporting...
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Caregiver

Smithtown, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Hello, I am David. I've worked with autistic kids and young adults at DDI for 2 years in the past. I've also worked with pediatric cancer patients for over 15 years and served as camp director for pediatric cancer patients and siblings. I am a NYS EMT, volunteer firefighter, retired police officer but chef by trade. I have...

Maureen R. says "We had the pleasure of working with Dave a few months ago -- what a great guy! His background is very interesting and varied. My son likes Dave a lot;...

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Experienced And Engaging Special Needs Support And Childcare Provider

Medford, NY

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$26/hr
20 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Laura! I'm a mom of 4 with years of experience caring for children of all ages, personalities, and abilities. I've lived and raised my family in Suffolk County my whole life, and I've been caring for children since I was young, Along with raising my own children, I've worked as a special education teacher assistant,...
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Bay Shore, NY

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
I have worked at a daycare center for about 1. 5. I worked at the JCC with children with special needs.
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Binghamton University Student With Lots Of Experience!

East Islip, NY

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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
My name is Grace! I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have plenty of experience with all types of kids. I have watched multiple at once, including twin toddlers and I have worked with a special needs child for several years. I have a car and am very reliable. I am a student at Binghamton University so I'd have to...
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Bay Shore, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Sasha and I'm 27 years old. I have 10 years of childcare experience as a nanny and preschool teacher. I've worked with children ranging from newborn to 17. I'm experienced with working with special needs of all kinds and am certified in CPR, seizure safety, AED, narcan, as well as a certified palliative care doula. My...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Bohemia, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I'm a passionate and experienced caregiver with weekly daytime availability while my children are in school. I hold a master's degree in Childhood Education and Students with Disabilities and have over 20 years of experience caring for children from newborns to 12 years old. My background includes classroom teaching, early...
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Weekend Babysitter

Holtsville, NY

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
My name is Leanne and I am passionate about providing care and support to kids, people with special needs and seniors. I have always had a natural empathy and understanding for those who may require extra assistance in their daily lives. I am patient, compassionate, and dedicated to ensuring the well-being and comfort of those...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $21.00/hr as of July 2026

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Oakdale, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Wendy M.

Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with...

- Andrea I.

Elise H.

Elise is so kind, patient, trustworthy and reliable. She currently taking amazing care of my parents and they look forward to her visits....

- Care member

Sharon M.

Sharon has cared for our 10 month old daughter for the past few months and we are so lucky to have found her! She is warm, energetic, and...

- Care member

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