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Amanda F.

Experience

Purchase, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I am currently a college student at SUNY Purchase. In the past I have worked at a summer camp with all ages of children, babysat numerous times, taught Sunday school lessons for many years, and I am an aide for special needs children through BOCES!

Care Member says "Amanda was great. On time, professional. Quickly helped my two children acclimate to her. She drove them home safely. My children were happy. She...

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Elise O.

I Have Been A One On One Teacher Aide With A Special Needs Student (age 8) For Three Years.

Purchase, NY

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I have been working as a One to One Teacher Aide for an 8-year-old Autistic student in a public school district. I enjoy seeing this student progress and smile throughout the day. My passion is assisting this child to be successful in school and in life. I have lots of experience in teaching life skills as this is taught daily.
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Stephanie B.

Tarrytown, NY

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello, I am a 27-year-old grad student who is aspiring to become an occupational therapist. I have a bachelor's degree in social sciences (focused in psychology) and most of my OT master's program completed. I have worked with children between the ages on 6 mos. and 12 yrs. I used to work at Vision Fitness in the daycare...

Kavita A. says "I interviewed Stephanie and she was wonderful - responsive, punctual and great interaction with my child. Her needs did not meet ours so I did not hire...

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Carolyn C.

I Am Looking For A Full-Time Position Job In Baby Sitting/Elder Care.

Tarrytown, NY

5.0(0)
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$51/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Carolyn. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant/Geriatric Nursing Assistant (CNA/GNA), with over 10 years of nanny/babysitting, elderly care experience , Housekeeping Supervisor, special needs children. I have worked with children of all ages from newborn, twins to teens. I am very responsible, caring, loving,...
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Lori E.

Certified Special Education And English Teacher

Hartsdale, NY

5.0(1)
from
$49/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I hold a Masters degree in Education, with specialties in English and Special Education. I've been teaching all students to be the best version of themselves. I like to make learning fun, by giving real life examples of the work. I review all classes with the student, or life skills with an adult. I have experience with kids to...

Alistair B. says "Lori would be a valuable addition to your team if you have a teen or young adult on the autism spectrum who needs help with school/college and/or life...

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Natalya W.

Experienced Baby Sitter For Evenings/Weekends

White Plains, NY

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Hello! My name is Natalya and I am a graduate of John Jay College of Criminal Justice. I started babysitting by taking care my younger siblings and then began watching friends of the family's children and gained more experience through all of the amazing references I received! I am very well trained in taking care of special...

Anne L. says "Natalya is absolutely amazing! Great communication and trust worthy. She was our after school nanny and helped out for an hour or so in the morning. We did...

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Rachel W.

Hastings on Hudson, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a fun, loving, Energetic, down to earth girl whom loves children and has been working with them since day one. I am Red Cross Certified (contact me for specifics) and am majoring in early childhood education. I am highly experienced, have lots of references upon request, am fully licensed driver, and love any house hold...

Ellen E. says "I watched Rachel save a random 2 year old who accidentally fell into our neighborhood pool. This was not the child she was in charge of, and she...

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Cinthia S.

Med Tech

White Plains, NY

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
errands
hospice services
respite care
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Cinthia I am 22 years of age and I have been working in the medical field for over 5 years now. I have plenty of experience working with seniors. I was a caregiver/medtech at Paramount Senior Living Facility for 3 years. I have experience working with dementia and special needs patients. I hope I will be a good fit...

Samantha G. says "Care didn't give me the option to review for childcare, but this is a nanny review! Cinthia was absolutely amazing! She helped care for my daughter from...

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Annette Y.

HHA, (Elderly Care) Direct Care Counselor (Special Needs), Pet Care, Personal Assistant

Scarsdale, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I have been providing elder care for 10 plus years now on a part-time basis while attending school and working at other locations. I love my job and am very good at it. I do this work because it's what I love to do. I am very patient, knowledgeable, friendly, caring and honest. A pretty good cook and believe in safety first and...

Ziyang N. says "Annette is god sent. She took great care of our 3 year-old son who is very "handful" at home. Annette is very engaging and kept bringing different...

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Brittney S.

Brittney S From NY

Briarcliff Manor, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Brittney! I am a senior care provider. I am a graduated practical nurse who is a very reliable, patient, and caring person who has 10 years of experience caring for others. I have experience working with ADHD, multiple sclerosis, stroke, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, dementia & diabetes cases. I have worked with...

Care Member says "I highly recommend Brittney as a home health aide for your service. Since August, 2014 until her move, she has helped my mother, Rose tremendously,...

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Pablo R.

Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am a seasoned caregiver with experiences working with the elderly having varied medical conditions in the comforts of their home, hospital, group homes, day program and nursing home. Presently, I work with special need people having developmental delay and various intellectual, psychological and physical disabilities. I am a...

Jennyfer J. says "I've know Pablo through work for the past 2 years now, he has been one of the most caring, loving person I've come across since work in this field. What...

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Amanda R.

Fun, Compassionate, Creative Babysitter With Over 15 Years Experience

Greenwich, CT

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 15 years of experience working with babies and children. I started when I was 16, working at Children's Day School in Greenwich, CT. I have experience with all ages from infant to school aged. I also have experience working with multiple children at a time. Most recently I was a nanny for two school aged boys. I have...

Care Member says "Amanda is an incredible nanny! She's nurturing, patient, and has great intuitive skills. Amanda goes above and beyond to ensure the best care for the...

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Esli M.

P/T Professional Certified Caregiver For Monday & Wednesday (8-5)

Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I really love to be around kids, I have 16 &12 boys. I do understand what it means to love, care, teach, and make sure our kids are good & happy. I worked as a professional caregiver for great families for many years since I came to this country ( 23 years ago), and still keep a good relationship with all of them. I worked at...

Care Member says "Esli has been a WONDERFUL caregiver to our 2 year old daughter. She has been with our family for a little over a year and we have a great flow - we love...

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Rosalys T.

Tarrytown, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
My passion for nurturing young minds and my previous babysitting experience led me to become a nurturing childcare provider with over 8 years of experience. My patient and creative nature allows me to connect with children, fostering an environment where they can learn, grow, and have fun. I maintain open communication with...

Belen Q. says "She is a person with great values Every time I leave my kid with her I know he will be safe and well care."

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Drita V.

White Plains, NY

4.9(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Professional and personal 10 years plus experience with people in special needs, different age as well as diagnosis. CPR/ FIRST AID , PCT and HHA certified. Drive and have my own car. Looking forward to discuss your needs and give me a chance to make a difference with you/your loved one. Great references upon request. Thank...

Laura C. says "Drita has been a huge help to our family. Not only is she very knowledgeable in elder/dementia care (teaching us so much along the way), she is kind and...

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Teri L.

MOTHER'S HELPER/NANNY

Eastchester, NY

4.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a loving experienced mother of a Now grown son who I raised myself. I have held the position of Teacher's Assistant in various day care programs as well as child care positions for newborns, toddlers and preteens. I have driven children to school activities and am happy to help with homework. I am reliable, honest, pay...

Katrena S. says "Teri worked for us for a year taking care of our 6 year old son, who is on the autism spectrum. My son loved her and I really appreciated her help with...

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Marie L.

Part Time

White Plains, NY

4.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I work with special needs for 5yrs my experience with autistic spectrum kids and adults with good or bad behavior. also I have 8 yrs , experience home health care, skill are cook, cleaning, doctor appointment, shopping, laundry,

Beth O. says "Marie wanted more hours and money than I was able to do. She was honest about her needs, which is very refreshing."

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Annette Y.

Part Time After School Or Before School Provider.

Scarsdale, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have also worked with Special Needs Children and Adults. I am Certified By The State with Background checks in force and up to date. I am presently not available on Tuesdays or Thursday afternoons from 3 p.m. to 730 p.m.
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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
meal prep
travel
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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Sibila J.

Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a nanny with four years of experience with babies up to teenagers. I'm was an art teacher when I lived in Brazil and would give classes to kids of all ages including those with special needs. I speak English and Portuguese and some Spanish. I'm easy going, punctual and honest. I like to cook and prefer cooking healthy...

Gina T. says "Sibi is patient, reliable and just really great with kids! Anyone would be lucky to have her!"

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.50/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 Purchase, NY

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

Amanda F.

Amanda was great. On time, professional. Quickly helped my two children acclimate to her. She drove them home safely. My children were...

- Care member

Stephanie B.

I interviewed Stephanie and she was wonderful - responsive, punctual and great interaction with my child. Her needs did not meet ours so I...

- Kavita A.

Lori E.

Lori would be a valuable addition to your team if you have a teen or young adult on the autism spectrum who needs help with school/college...

- Alistair B.

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