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Wendy M.

Exceptional Experienced Sitter Available

Oakdale, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Babysitter With 15 Years Of Experience. Certified Teacher With Experience Working With Special Needs Population.

Holbrook, NY

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a substitute teacher and neighborhood babysitter with 15 years of experience working with children of all ages including special needs. I love arts and crafts projects and reading books. I have references available upon request. I also love pets.
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Full-Time Caregiver Available

Shirley, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am an experienced Nanny and child care provider and member of the Suffolk County Childcare Council . I have cared for, educated, and nurtured children ranging from 6 months to 13 years. I provide a loving, stable, safe environment where children are treated as family, and trusted respectful relationships are developed with...

Care Member says "It’s a pleasure to recommend Kathy, who has been a wonderful caregiver for my child over the past year. From the beginning, she created a warm and...

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Nesconset, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I have over 20Yrs of exp. W/ & W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's, Special needs and Hospice care. I can assist with all Home Care needs and Light Housekeeping. I love to cook and have always brought my clients food to taste if they are allowed. I have a Clean Drivers license as well...

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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Moriches, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, I hope you are doing well! I am seeking a summer time nannying position. I graduated from SUNY Oswego in May of 2024 with my bachelors degree in Childhood Education. I am a NYS Certified Teacher. I am currently working as a permanent substitute in an elementary school in the Patchogue Medford School District. I have been a...

Bill H. says "Madelyn came to my home and looked after my cats while I was away. She came by at least a couple of times a day to feed and check in on them. Madelyn also...

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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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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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Available Weekdays And Or Weekends For When Parents Have To Go To Work Or Go Out.

Middle Island, NY

from
$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Experienced child care with 2 young boys, 1 with special needs. I have a full time job managing a business. I attend school daily. I am currently in college looking forward to get my degree in social work.
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Ronkonkoma, NY

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$19/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello my name is Patty I am 47 years old and I have always enjoyed working with children I got my first job as a babysitter at the age of 13 in high school I took a BOCES course for child care the first year we ran a preschool in the BOCES and the second year I worked in the elementary school with kindergartners and first...
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Mastic Beach, NY

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Becoming a caregiver allows me to support families by providing reliable, nurturing childcare. I am patient, calm, friendly, and approachable, with 2 years of experience caring for children ages 1-18+. I'm comfortable supervising up to two children and always follow household rules and preferred communication styles. I enjoy...
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Bohemia, NY

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Faith and I'm a responsible and patient babysitter with a lot of experience in taking care of children of any age. I have also worked around special needs kids and kids with ADHD. I'm always up for a good game or some time to do crafts! I'm also a huge animal person! I'm a reliable person who will always put...
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Mastic Beach, NY

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$13/hr
2 years experience
I have experience taking care of children and working at a daycare. I love caring for children and even special needs adults. I have been doing this for a about a 1-2 years. I love building a bond with families and creating new relationships. I am CPR and AED certified. I love pets also I will clean do some errands anything that...
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Nights And Weekends

Holtsville, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Visiting physician
companionship
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
+ 1 more
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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Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekdays

Mastic, NY

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Hi my name is Leah and I am 24 years old. I'm very energetic, creative and love children. I enjoy singing, dancing, listening to music and spending quality time with my family and friends. All my life I have been around children, helping care for them and watching them since I was 10. This was usually with my church or a family...
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Avid Prospect

Ronkonkoma, NY

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
My experience with children includes assisting in first grade classrooms, babysitting, and also child development courses through my psychology minor. I am primarily available on weekday evenings and weekends. I also assist special needs adults on weekends as needed. I also help with meal prep, light cleaning, help with pets,...
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Middle Island, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a certified CNA with over 10 years of experience providing compassionate and reliable care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I assist with daily living activities, medication reminders, mobility support, and companionship. My goal is to ensure comfort, dignity, and a positive environment for every person I care...
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Islip Terrace, NY

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
errands
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have worked in an assisted living for 5 years and now I currently work with children with special needs. I love what I do and have the patience and compassion to work well with people of all ages and disabilities. If you are looking for a compassionate, caring, optimistic sitter I am here to help!
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$18/hr
2 years experience
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Transferring/Body Lifting.
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Shirley, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello, My name is Christine and thank you for looking at my profile. I am currently looking for a part time babysitting or nanny job. I have my Bachelor's degree in Child Study as well as a Master's Degree in Early Childhood. I also have experience working with children who are autistic and have special needs. I have a very...
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Mastic, NY

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I am 20 years old and I am currently employed at an IRA for residents with intellectual/physical disabilities. I am CPR certified, AMAP'ed and currently doing pours to be gtube certified. I have been trained to shower, feed, thicken liquids, use lifts for wheelchair transfer and much more
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.16/hr as of November 2025

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Patchogue, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 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.

Kathleen H.

It’s a pleasure to recommend Kathy, who has been a wonderful caregiver for my child over the past year. From the beginning, she created a...

- Care member

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

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