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Concetta A.

Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Fun loving mother of two with a passion for childcare and nurturing young minds. Experienced in creating a safe, engaging and loving environment for children of all ages and special needs children. Skilled in balancing playtime, education, and healthy routines. Committed to providing attentive care while fostering a fun and...

Emily P. says "Connie nannied for my 1 year old son - she is great with babies and will treat your children like family. she is reliable, trustworthy, caring and...

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Part-time Care Giver

Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
visiting physician
Ive had about a year or 2 of caring for seniors and also children with special needs. I love helping people and I enjoy being part of ones life in need. I'm responsible and a compassionate person.

Emil R. says "Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be...

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Port Jefferson Station, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm Karen. I'm looking for a full-time caregiver position supporting individuals with special needs, but I'm open to part-time as well. I have over 15 years of experience working with people with cerebral palsy, autism, and other developmental challenges. I help with daily living tasks, medication management, and social...
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Happy To Help!

Port Jefferson Station, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I would love to help someone who is in need and be apart of your family. I've had the experience of working with a child who was ADHD and was autistic. My goal is to make someone feel special and love them unconditionally. This job is very rewarding. Ive experience many different family members with disabilities.
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CNA/LPN

Port Jefferson Station, NY

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$22/hr
8 years experience
Hello, my name is bryanna and I've been in the medical field since 2016 serving the community from independent home help with special needs to nursing homes for multiple patients. I have handled many of cases and look forward to helping your loved one with the most challenging aspects of life to ensure they enjoy their day to...
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Licensed Nurse

Port Jefferson Station, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I am a licensed nurse who just moved down to Boca Raton I have years of experience with Alzheimer's/ dementia. Behavioral issues and all aspects of activities of daily living. I have my own car with a clean license, and first aid certified.
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Port Jefferson Station, NY

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$29/hr
10 years experience
I'm Darline I m currently in RN program on my 6 semester, I'm a CNA for 10 years , I worked T the Nursing Home, disability people dementia, Austim etc.
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Child Provider

Port Jefferson Station, NY

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Experience in proving care to all special need children-completed internship in college with young adults with special needs. Huge knowledge of various caregiver practices Good understanding of developmental growth, family, and other social systems Familiarity with impact of illness and disability on social functioning Ability...
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Port Jefferson Station, NY

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have babysat professionally for quite some time along with being a CPR certified, BLS certified, and am a EM, who has worked with special needs children, along with having been the head of medical staff for multiple summer camps. I have three kids in my own ranging from teenager to new born, so I am great with kids of all...
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Port Jefferson Station, NY

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$17/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been working with children from the ages 2-10 for 9 years now and it has been the best experience. I always knew I wanted to work with children ever since I was a child myself. I have a lot of patience and I'm very empathetic as well as understanding. I am very good at calming a child down when they are feeling...
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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
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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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Super Nanny!

Stony Brook, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm a compassionate, patient, and dedicated caregiver with over a year of experience as a nursing assistant at a top hospital, as well as live-in nanny experience in both the Hamptons and New York City. I've also worked as a trusted babysitter in the Stony Brook-Port Jefferson area, caring for children of all ages-from...

Julianne M. says "Margaret is very friendly and energetic with my toddler age girls, they love playing with her and are excited when she comes to watch them! She is very...

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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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Mount Sinai, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired teacher who has also worked as a volunteer for many years and also as a teacher. Helping those with special needs is a gift. We all have special things that make us unique. Helping a person with special needs reach their fullest potential is what I feel good about doing. I have extensive experience working with...
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Retired School Teacher

Mount Sinai, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am a retired elementary school teacher. I am CPR/AED certified. I taught a Pre-K readiness program and designed a Pre-K music and arts curriculum. I have experience with special needs children. I am also a CNA and Geriatric Specialist. I am experienced in private and institutional settings. I offer child care, and companion /...

Liz B. says " I absolutely love Felicia! She has been such a big help to our family. My daughter always looks forward to seeing Felicia every week. We trust her very...

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Occasional Babysitting

East Setauket, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My current availability is date nights and any other occasional times! Unfortunately I'm not available for any full time positions at this time. Thank you for your interest! Hi, my name is Taylor! I have over 10 years experience as a babysitter, four years as a nanny, and taught at a summer science camp for kids ages 5-11 for...

Jennifer G. says "Taylor is absolutely amazing. She provided care for my first when he was just 5 months old and still at 5 years old! She has a knack for sustaining...

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Nesconset, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
companionship
dementia
+ 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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Nanny/babysitter

Holbrook, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi there, I have two grown children of my own and can appreciate the importance of your endeavor. I work 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 for you....

Carrie Y. says "Karen is great! She cared for our 3 kids after school. She was always on time and helped manage unpacking, homework, and helping to straighten up. We...

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Caregiver

Smithtown, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/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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Babysitter

Saint James, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Jocelynne. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old and have always naturally gravitated toward being someone who loves to babysit and care for children, definitely an innate trait for being the oldest sibling. My most up to date babysitting experience is that I am currently babysitting for a family &...

Mila C. says "I came across Jocelynne's care.com page as I was looking for babysitters for my busy schedule. From the moment I met her I knew she'd be the one to be there...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.30/hr as of December 2025

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Port Jefferson Station, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in Port Jefferson Station, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Concetta A.

Connie nannied for my 1 year old son - she is great with babies and will treat your children like family. she is reliable, trustworthy,...

- Emily P.

Jennifer C.

Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if...

- Emil R.

Margaret O.

Margaret is very friendly and energetic with my toddler age girls, they love playing with her and are excited when she comes to watch them!...

- Julianne M.

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