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Find special needs caregivers in Patchogue, NY that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Patchogue, NY

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Patchogue, NY

Jackie has babysat my kids for years for date nights! We love her, she is super fun and energetic, and always coming up with fun

Review for Jackie M. by Care member

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

Review for Kathleen H. by Care member

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

Review for Sharon M. by Care member

Special needs caregivers in Patchogue, NY

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Jackie M.


Holtsville, NY

$19-26/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Working With All Kids!!!

3.9

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with kids for over 10 years and have 3 of my own! I have experience with newborns, toddlers, kids and teens. I have worked with special needs, multiples and twins and have many references. I am patient, reliable, caring and kind. I absolutely love any and all babies and kids! I am flexible and willing to work...
Jackie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jackie has babysat my kids for years for date nights! We love her, she is super fun and energetic, and always coming up with fun activities/games."

Care member

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Kathleen H.


Shirley, NY

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced child care provider and member of child care council. I have cared for, educated, and nurtured children ranging from 6 months to 13 years. I provided a loving stable, safe environment where the children were treated as family, and trusted respectful relationships were developed with parents. I have experience...
Kathleen can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Kathy has been with us consistently for more than two years now, and my kids and I appreciate her in our lives. The kids have a flurry of activities in far-flung parts of town and Kathy reliably takes them to those and attentively watches them as they go through...

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Sharon M.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Future Spanish Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Sharon, I'm originally from Mexico, but I've been living in the USA for five 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...
Sharon can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"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 clearly enjoys working with children. She is always engaged while caring for our daughter and understands how to...

Care member

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Lauren M.


Centereach, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a nanny and have 7 years of experience, I am CPR and first aid certified. Currently working with special needs adults and I work as a nanny to a lovely couple on the weekends. I love working with kids it brings me such joy and I am looking for a full time position, hopefully long term. I love children they are so joyful and...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Very sweet with my daughter, always on time. Kept a consistent work quality."

Care member

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
5.0
"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 special needs son."

Meryl B.

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Wendy M.


Oakdale, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Exceptional Experienced Sitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Wendy can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"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. Anyone would be lucky to have her."

Andrea I.

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Christine E.


Middle Island, NY

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a degree in Child Development/Early Childhood Education and I have over 15 years of childcare experience. I have been a summer live-in nanny for a family with children ages 8-12 and a full-time nanny for children ages 5 months to 6-years-old. I have experience as a Special Education paraeducator for children of all ages...
Christine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Karen D.


Holbrook, NY

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny/babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I have two grown children of my own and can appreciate the importance of your endeavor. I have worked at a middle school for 10+ years helping children with special needs. I can assist with homework after school activities and play dates The school does background check so that should provide some extra peace of mind...
Karen can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Karen is a lovely woman. Never did we have to worry about someone not tending to our children. She was great with homework and keeping the kids occupied. My kids like to be outside playing and she was always up for anything. I never had to worry about texting and...

Kerri O.

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Kristina C.


Blue Point, NY

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have many years of experience in childcare. I worked at a special needs preschool for four years as well as done individual child care since I can remember. I am a very compassionate person, as well as patient. I am that type of person who isn't afraid of getting dirty, loves arts and crafts and is very imaginative. I have...
Kristina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We've hired Kristina for occasional weekend sitting for our 2yr old son. She is great with him, taking care of all his needs and engaging him when he plays. Would definitely hire Kristina again!"

Christine P.

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Wendy M.


Oakdale, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Companion Care/ Home Care Available

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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Elise H.


Nesconset, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 20Yrs of exp. W/ & W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's & Special needs. 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 as a clean...
Elise can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"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 have her in our lives. "

Care member

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Allie R.


Coram, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced, Professional And Outgoing Nanny!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi... I'm Allie and I have over 10 years of quality childcare experience! I currently work part time as a preschool teaching assistant for children with special needs, and before that I was a full time nanny for 4 years in NYC. I hold a bachelor's degree in child psychology! In addition, I am the mother of one soon to be...
Allie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Allie was great!! I was headed on a trip and my husband was working from home. I needed someone dependable for after school hours for my 2 and 4 year old 3 days. Allie immediately put my mind at ease. She was punctual, followed up with me with a whatsapp call to...

Brianna A.

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Jaclyn P.


Islandia, NY

$17-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have my Associates degree in Early Childhood Education. My work expirience includes working in homecare as well as in a special education preschool. I also have a backround in behavior therapy. I have worked in the special needs community for 10 years. I have experience working with a variety of children with special needs,...
5.0
"Jaclyn is an awesome, capable young lady. She is a very reliable and caring person. She was a pleasure to have as a caretaker for my son who has Special needs. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a dependable caregiver."

Philomena R.

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Savanna Y.


Centereach, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Your Children Will Love Me!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Savi, and my experiences with children include that I Babysat for my own 5th grade teacher (3 children) after elementary for 6 years and assisted her in her classroom for 5 years, I was a live in nanny in Washington state for 6 months(2 children). Currently take care of a 2-year-old (since 10 months) and an...
Savanna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Savi is the best Nanny we could have asked for to take care of our super energetic 2yr old with BIG emotions. She not only brings an abundance of patience but empathy and love. She is always on board with how I would like my little one to be cared for, and is good...

Nuzhat Q.

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Maureen B.


Oakdale, NY

$17-18/hr10 yrs exp

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...
Maureen can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Vanessa R.


Holtsville, NY

$17-21/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care For You're Little One!

My name is Vanessa. I have experience with preemies, newborns and children up through middle school. My recent background is in Pediatric Nursing for about 7 years and over 10 years childcare experience in homes and daycares. Previous special needs experience as well.
Vanessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Mom of 2 boys. Available 930am-3 p.m. weekdays. 15+ years working in home care and special needs. Look forward to hearing from you!
Brittany can also help with: Transportation, respite care, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
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Michael A.


Middle Island, NY

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

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

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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.
Michael can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
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Alexandria M.


Medford, NY

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Reliable & Compassionate Caregiver

Hi, my name is Alex! I'm a compassionate, dependable, and patient caregiver with a genuine passion for helping others. I have experience working with children, seniors, and individuals with special needs, and I take pride in creating a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for those I care for. Whether it's assisting with...
Alexandria can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship
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Robin V.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$21-29/hr10 yrs exp

I am, currently working for the same family for 10 years. Unfortunately the family is moving to Virginia. I watch , two sets of twins. One set is 8 the other set is 10. I have, been working with them since they were born. My duties are preparing meals for them putting them down for bed doing laundry we go to the library I play...
Robin can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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