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Riley M.

Experienced Caregiver

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

I've been working with children since I was 16 years old, starting out as an Assistant Instructor at my dojo. Over the past 8 years I have been working with children in various capacities and steadily growing my experience. I have had extensive experience as a nanny, caregiver, dog and cat sitter and reading and writing tutor. I...

Amanda F. says "Riley is a gift to my family. He has been caring for my three children a few days a week for about three months. He is punctual and very responsible. My...

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Amaris C.

Fort Lee, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience

Swimming supervision

light cleaning

craft assistance

My name is Amaris and I have over 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have looked after children since I was 15 years old. My skills include feeding, dressing, diapering and bathing. I love to engage children in fun educational activities like arts and crafts, reading, outdoor activities like trips to the...

Preto G. says "Amaris is a very patient and caring babysitter. She is responsible and dependable. You can tell she loves working with kids and they love being around her....

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Anita D.

Full Or Part-Time Caregivers

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience

Travel

craft assistance

I am experienced childcare provider with lots of energy, endless patience. I live in Bronx and am interested in a part-time position. I like making the day fun and engaging while being careful, safe , providing good education, morality, self-discipline and social integration. I'm compassionate, kind, with a friendly...

Dora R. says "I hired Anita about 5 years ago. She helps take care of my two daughters. She's VERY responsible, dependable, and most importantly trustworthy. I just love...

Lia P.

Full-Time Nanny/Babysitter

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Swimming supervision

grocery shopping

light cleaning

craft assistance

meal prep

+ 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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Farima A.

Farima

Fort Lee, NJ

4.2(1)

from: $25/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

swimming supervision

light cleaning

travel

craft assistance

Hello! I'm Farima, a dedicated and passionate individual with a love for working with children. I've had the joy of being a camp counselor at Bonjour New York, where I've had the opportunity to work with children of all ages. I have also experienced working with children with special needs, as well as families who speak French...

Kevin D. says "We were a bit nervous since it had been so long since we had used a nanny because of the pandemic. But the kids are still talking about her. We will...

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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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Bettina I.

Compassionate

Bronx, NY

5.0(0)

from: $25/hr

3 years experience

When I was in college in the Philippines, I usually volunteer to centers, non profit organization and orphanage. One of the moments that touched my soul is when I celebrated my birthday in the orphanage for kids with special needs. I met a cute 5-year-old boy who has a tube in his throat and can only be fed through a tube in his...

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Jasmily G.

Fun Sitter

New Rochelle, NY

5.0(0)

from: $20/hr

12 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Meal prep

travel

light cleaning

grocery shopping

I have 12 of experience and I love working with kids. I have worked with all age children from 5-month-old babies to 13-year-olds. I also have experience with special needs children, hyperactive children and twins. I have taken children to school, picked them up from school, taken them to after school activities and lessons, fed...

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Sarah W.

Masters-Educated Exceptional Child Care Provider With 20 Years Of Diverse Experience

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

20 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Swimming supervision

travel

meal prep

grocery shopping

Experienced and masters-educated child care provider with 20 years of experience providing exceptional supervision and compassionate guidance for children from infant to pre-teen. Positions includes live-in and live-out nanny, traveling nanny, teacher, camp counselor, camp arts director, child bereavement counselor, and...

Catherine B. says "Sarah took care of our kids on a visit to New York. She was prompt in responding to me and was professional and warm in the interview. We were planning...

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Mary Rose P.

Certified General/Special Education Teacher Seeking Part-time Employment

Astoria, NY

5.0(1)

from: $50/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

My name is Mary Rose and I am currently a Special Education teacher on the elementary level. I hold certificates in General/Special Education on the Elementary level, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and have my Masters of Science for Literacy. I am also working as an Assistant Coach for the Youth Wheelchair division of New York...

Marisol A. says "I was very cautious of who I would hire to watch my 11 year old son who has autism. I felt it had to be someone very patient and had knowledge of the...

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Bora Z.

Outgoing Young Professional With Years Of Childcare And Teaching Experience

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

2 years experience

Travel

light cleaning

meal prep

grocery shopping

swimming supervision

+ 1 more

I am a young professional living in Brooklyn and am currently in a career transitional period. While I am applying to grad school, I am looking for a preferably consistent role caring for children, although I am open to one-time opportunities at well. I have been caring for children of varying ages for 10 years now. I have...

Ornela G. says "Bora is such was a fantastic nanny to our one year old son. She is super sweet, kind, very gentle and patient. It's a shame we had to move and no longer...

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Diane T.

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

15 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Meal prep

swimming supervision

light cleaning

grocery shopping

I'm not "Just A Nanny" & I don't want to be! I am a professional nanny that has been successfully caring for children & households in NYC for over a decade. I am a native New Yorker, college grad, & ex-NYC teacher. I take pride in the long tenures I've had with my families & I love "my kids". I am not myopic about my role & a...

Care Member says "Diane cared for our son starting at 6 months to almost two. She took wonderful care of him and filled their days with fun activities and discovery. They...

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Tomasz G.

Caregiver (IEP)

Englewood, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $10/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Since A was diagnosed as an autistic child, I was responsible for all aspects of his life in school and after school . Between the ages of 4 and 6, he was attending special school with one on one instruction and my active involvement in his IEP program has been one of the most important factors in his overall success. Then he...

Carla P. says "Tomasz worked for me as a full time caregiver/assistant to my 20 year old twin sons diagnosed with autism this past summer and into the start of the school...

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Aiona R.

Special needs caregiver

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Hello, my name is Aiona, I have 17 years of experience working with special needs individuals and I am also a parent to a child with special needs. I have been First Aid and CPR certified. I am also experienced in properly administering medications. At my previous jobs I was in charge of the fun activities. I organized and...

Scott G. says "We hired Aiona to watch our 24-year old son who has autism and is non-verbal for an almost 3 week period. She is terrific and knew exactly how to work...

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Michelle W.

Loving And Responsible Caregiver

Scarsdale, NY

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Hello families! My name is Michelle, I'm thrilled at the possibility of becoming a part of your family's journey. With 20 years of experience, I find so much joy in nurturing the precious stages infant through toddler age children. I have a strong background in infant care and early childcare with a vast amount of experience...

Care Member says "We are beyond grateful for Michelle and the love and care she has given our family over the many years. From the very beginning, she has been an...

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Sarah H.

Fun, Responsible, & Caring Sitter

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

5 years experience

Travel

grocery shopping

light cleaning

craft assistance

meal prep

+ 1 more

Hello! I am a 26-year-old female looking to babysit children ages 5-10. I worked at an elementary school for 2 years as an Operations Coordinator and am going back to school to get my masters in teaching elementary education. I am available to babysit Wednesday - Friday. I grew up with a sister who has autism and I was very...

Olivia J. says "Sarah is a hardworking and responsible girl who is extremely trustworthy. I would feel very confident and comfortable letting Sarah be a person to watch...

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Brazil K.

Best Sitter Ever

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)

from: $21/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

craft assistance

Hello, my name is Brazil , I'm an18-year-old college student born and raised in the bronx. I am now a freshman attending Suny Empire University where I major in childhood education. Growing up I often took care of my cousins and the children of family friends, who ranged from newborns to about 10 years old. As I grew older, I...

Janice C. says "Brazil is amazing!! She is so responsive and attentive to my son's needs and fun-loving. Brazil is so easy to talk to. She is very sweet and a pleasure to...

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Amanda V.

Friendly, Empathetic, Patient Caregiver

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

I've worked many years at a school called Shema Kolainu (meaning, Hear our Voices in Hebrew). I mostly worked with children in the spectrum, but I worked with children of all needs.

Riley C. says "I have to thank Care for your service! Because of Care, I found Amanda, and I now have someone great to help my children with their school work! Amanda is...

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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

Swimming supervision

grocery shopping

light cleaning

craft assistance

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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Valerie J.

New York, NY

5.0(0)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I have 20 years of experience in the home health field. I've worked with the elderly, developmentally disabled and special needs. I pass medications, cook, clean, and assist with showers and grooming. I'm CPR and first aide certified, have taken classes in pharmacology and med core classes.

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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of January 2026

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

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Riley M.

Riley is a gift to my family. He has been caring for my three children a few days a week for about three months. He is punctual and very...

- Amanda F.

Amaris C.

Amaris is a very patient and caring babysitter. She is responsible and dependable. You can tell she loves working with kids and they love...

- Preto G.

Anita D.

I hired Anita about 5 years ago. She helps take care of my two daughters. She's VERY responsible, dependable, and most importantly...

- Dora R.

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