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Juana P.

Port Washington, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as flexible, and understanding. I like working with kids because they're fun, easy going and super cute, I started working with children when I was 21 years old with my own family and friends. I had my son at the age of 23, Now I'm 33 years old and my son is 10 ( best years of my life ). With the time...

Amanda Z. says "Juana has been working with us for several months. She is extremely responsible in caring for both our 1 1/2 year old and 5 year. She is active,...

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Vanessa O.

Trustable Care

Port Washington, NY

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$17/hr
Hi, my name is Vanessa I have 25 years old, I live in Port Washington, I'm a very friendly person, I love to take care other people, my family always teach me to respect the other, and I know everyone deserves respect and confidence. I'm a very organized person, I like to follow schedules and I'm always open to help with the...
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Juana P.

Port Washington, NY

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$25/hr
Hello, I'm Juana I described my personality as compassionate, understanding and outgoing. I have 13+ years of experience working with kids with special needs providing excellent care and companionship to those who need it.
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Juliet P.

Port Washington, NY

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$23/hr
I am 26 years old and work in Wantagh as a special ed 1:1 aide in a mostly all non verbal classroom. I work with special needs and disabilities of all kinds and am not shy! I'm very warm and comforting. I have a lot of patience and compassion which I find to be super important. I am a gentle soul and works been my safe haven. I...
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Dani C.

Part-Time Sitter Available

Port Washington, NY

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$41/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I've been working with children since I was about 12 years old in several different environments. I have 20 years experience babysitting and about 8 years experience working in education. I have my bachelors in early childhood education and my masters degree in special education. I have a 3-year-old daughter with special needs...
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Juana P.

Port Washington, NY

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
Hello! My name is Juana. I describe myself as compassionate, outgoing, flexible and understanding individual. I have one year of experience working with adults individuals with special needs and 13 years working with kids with special needs. I specialize in providing personalized care to help those I work with live more...
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Lia P.

Full-Time Nanny/Babysitter

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 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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Shannon C.

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I started caring for people with special needs in 2017, when I began working as a Direct Support Professional, in group homes, day habs, etc. In my spare time, I like to read books, research all about skincare and binge watch my favorite shows. One thing you should know about me is I'm very chill, patient, and empathetic! My...

Stacey G. says "Shannon was punctual, communicated with my nurses and me in a timely manner and I found her to be extremely dependable. I trusted her to help me while I...

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Crystal H.

Nanny

Williston Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
My name is Crystal and I'm 30 years old. I have been working/caring for children for over years, & in the special needs field for years, with over 25+ child related certifications. I am back ground checked and fingerprinted as well. I am driven and devoted to helping families all around. Date nights, any time after 330 p.m. on...

Care Member says "Crystal was excellent - prompt, responsive and our children loved spending time with her. Highly recommend!"

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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
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
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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Maya N.

Queens Village, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I love providing care to anyone. I'm a certified HHA with 10 years of experience. I have dealt with all types of people from children to adults including those with special needs. I've had many cases... Bed ridden Colostomy Catheter Alzheimer's Impediment etc. I can perform all aspects of activities of daily living and can work...

Valerie B. says "Maya is a professional through and through. I trust her to take good care of my son."

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Rukminie P.

Part- Time/fulltime

Flushing, NY

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
why am I passionate about caring for your joy in life, because it brings me joy to see their little eye lite up. I understand that kids just need attention, and I am very good at paying attention to them at all time.

Laura R. says "Anyone would be very lucky to have Rukminie look after their child or children. I'm a special education teacher, and mom of 3 young girls. I've been...

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Monica S.

Glen Cove, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
live-in home care
Hi my name is Monica. I am interested for a job, where I would help the family with the house,senior companion care, organizing laundry, special needs, assistant each other with responsibility. I am punctual, flexible, responsible, I have 10 years experience and I have good references. If you want to know more about me, please...

Dana M. says "Monica cared for my 94 year old Dad both at home and in Rehab. She is very reliable, caring and most of all a hands-on take charge caretaker. My Dad loves...

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Malika J.

Elmont, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am a loving and patient nanny/Doula with four years of experience. I have extensive background and training in dealing with children, Special need (Autism and behavioral issues). As perviously a Child Protective Specialist. Supported with a bachelors degree in counseling. I focused on child care and health, supported by a...

Care Member says "We have had a wonderful experience with Malika. She connected with my very shy toddler who typically does not warm up to anyone quickly, in addition to...

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Jennifer G.

Child Care Available

Pelham, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Jennifer, I am an experienced and dependable babysitter with over 10 years of experience taking care of children of all ages. With my extensive background in child care, I am confident I can provide your little one with a safe, fun and stimulating environment. I'm a patient and nurturing caregiver, who loves...

Care Member says "Jennifer has been an incredible nanny to our 4 month old! She comes twice a week to our home and trust me when I say I wish it was five days! She is...

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Sarah L.

Fresh Meadows, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name's Sarah , I'm 20 years old and currently in my 3rd year of undergraduate studies at St. John's University and going to be pursuing law school soon. I've been babysitting for about 5 years now, I work well with special needs children and have a 6-year-old autistic brother I take care of. I'm very passionate,...

Mike W. says "We hired Sarah to take care of our children for a week while our regular sitter was out of town. We have a 5 year old and a 2 year old. Sarah came to our...

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Adriana O.

Mineola, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Adriana. I am 24 years old and studying pre-med. I am a very outgoing and caring person. I have four younger siblings that I would take care of on a daily basis. I also worked at a summer camp in the summer of 2018. Additionally, I volunteered for a program that was once a week that allowed me to work one on one...

Kristina F. says "Adriana solely cared for our daughter from 3 months old to 11 months old. It is not easy to find the right fit when looking for a nanny for your new...

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Candida A.

Lovely Nanny Available

Elmont, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello parents. My name is Candida. I am from a Spanish speaking country and I am US citizen and I speak English fluently. I am a loving, dedicated and experienced nanny with more than 15 years experience working with young children. My main goal is to provide a healthy, safety, learning environment in which your children feel...

Maria L. says "We highly recommend Candida, as she truly loves our children as her own and you can see how much she cares about their well-being. She listens to any...

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Antoinett F.

Smile Producer

Mount Vernon, NY

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I have been working at a charter school for the last 6 years. I have knowledge of children ages 0-13 years old at this time. I love children! Prior to working at the school I gained experience working with children. I have worked at a camp for 13 years. I also have experience working with children with special needs. I worked at...

Zaida S. says "Antoinette is very reliable, punctual and professional. Very kind and caring. Always goes above to get the job done."

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Linda M.

Compassionate Nanny

Glen Cove, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Travel
I have lots of experience with great abilities. I am very detailed, punctual, take directions well, a team player and fun to be with. I am very passionate in caring for others and helping out. My responsibilities to your child would be the overall care, monitor feedings, diapers, logs, soothing, sleep train, can be flexible,...

Hana B. says "She was wonderful with my 2 children. She definitely was part of our family. She taught me things about my newborn that if she was not around I probably...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.67/hr as of June 2025

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Port Washington, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Juana P.

Juana has been working with us for several months. She is extremely responsible in caring for both our 1 1/2 year old and 5 year. She is...

- Amanda Z.

Lia P.

Lia is incredibly joyful, open, and has a knack for quickly establishing a connection with children. From the first moment my little one saw...

- Aleksandr M.

Shannon C.

Shannon was punctual, communicated with my nurses and me in a timely manner and I found her to be extremely dependable. I trusted her to...

- Stacey G.

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