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Melissa H.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$150/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I have been dedicated to providing private lessons to children with special needs for over 20 years. My student-guided approach emphasizes hands-on learning, tailoring behavioral and academic strategies to meet each child's unique needs. I integrate ABA principles and collaborate with students' Physical and Occupational...

Barry K. says "Melissa worked with our son with special needs for several years when he was in upper school. She was more than just an excellent math and humanities...

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Khirishana K.

The Bubbly Babysitter

South Ozone Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
Hi, I'm Khira! I'm a healthcare professional currently working in the medical field with plans to pursue graduate training focused on pediatric, patient-centered care and oncology. I have over 10 years of experience working with children from infants as young as 3 months to teenagers. My experience includes caring for toddlers...

Joey S. says "Khirishana is a fantastic nanny for both my girls for almost 10 months. She is responsible, caring, honest, communicative, and on time throughout her...

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Samantha L.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Hello! My name is Samantha, I am 26 years old and my goal as a babysitter is to care for, guide, protect and teach children. A little bit about myself, I work in entertainment industry. I worked on the series, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and Etoíle (directed by Amy and Dan Palladino) currently working towards becoming a Music...

David G. says "We recently had Sam over for a trial day with our high-energy 2-year-old. Although we chose to go with another provider (due to our child's specific...

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Erline D.

Hewlett, NY

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
hospice services
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
- I'm a patient's care Technician with a certification in dialysis,. - I also work as a Direct care counselor technician. I am experienced in working with children with special needs. - Presently, I worked and cared for children diagnosed with cerebral palsy for 18 years. - I also care for psych patients, and I have a B L S and...

Care Member says "Erline is superb, since I had to work she was my eyes and ears for my Mom who had dementia, she’s really patient."

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Khirishana K.

Charismatic Caregiver

South Ozone Park, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi, my name is Khirishana and I am 19 years old. I am a sophomore at college pursuing a career in medicine. I have a passion for working with children; their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy made them a joy to be around. I have been working with children in a variety of settings for over 10 years. I am a responsible...

Gaitri P. says "Khirishana is an amazing nanny. She integrated so well and my son absolutely loved her. She was professional, patient and very flexible. She had a medical...

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Dominique C.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I'm passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and their families. With over 15 years of experience, I've had the privilege of caring for children of all ages. My calm and imaginative approach encourages learning through play and exploration. I believe in...

Care Member says "I highly recommend Dominique! She is kind, super patient, helpful, and hard-working. She helped us a lot and I will definitely hire her again!"

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Laurie A.

Special Needs Provider

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(0)
from
$35/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have had extensive experience working with children with mental and physical challenges. I am certified in First Aid and CPR. I have a New York State background check. I love to work with children because they teach us more about ourselves than anyone ever will.
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Danielle A.

Part-Time Caregiver For Children With And Without Special Needs

Brooklyn, NY

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 34 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello, Thank you for taking time to read through my profile. Let me tell you a little about myself. I am a loving, sweet, passionate, fun, energetic, date night babysitter*. I love to cook; healthy meals are my specialty. I have experience in caring for children from the ages of 2 months to late teens. I also have experience...

Maria K. says "Really great with my kids. My son asked for her the next day because he missed her. I have a 4yr and 5 month baby."

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Myriam M.

French Nanny

New York, NY

4.3(1)
from
$45/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
Good afternoon, My name is Myriam, French native with a bachelor in psychology and child development. Passionate about kids since my youngest age, I naturally gravitated towards childcare and have been a nanny for the past 10+ years. Extremely reliable, punctual and friendly, I am also able to set boundaries in a loving...

Sarah S. says "Myriam was a wonderful pet sitter (bird) over the holidays. She was incredibly flexible, understanding, and it felt great to know someone was looking over...

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Eliza O.

Experienced, Kind, Patient & Fun [Early Childhood & Special Needs]

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have a background in early childhood development and education, with 10+ years of childcare experience. My Bachelor's degree is in Developmental Forensic Psychology. I am passionate about children and believe in age-appropriate positive reinforcement and interactive play. I am kind and easygoing, with a calm upbeat attitude. I...

Elizabeth S. says "Eliza is friendly and energetic. Our daughter can be a bit picky with babysitters, and she has had a great time with Eliza, whether it was help during...

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Anita C.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$38/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Nurturing young minds and fostering their development is my greatest passion. My previous babysitting experiences solidified my desire to positively impact children's lives. With five years of experience caring for children aged 0-12+, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe and stimulating environment for up to three...

Dijana B. says "Anita was extremely reliable. She has gone above and beyond for my family. My children were very comfortable with her, she was fun and the kids really...

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Marie L.

Experienced And Professional Care Provider/ Licensed Teacher/ A Child's Best Friend

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have experience as a babysitter for small infants as well as toddlers. I have cared for twin toddlers , children with special needs, and I am a teacher by profession. I have a Masters degree in education, CPR&First aid certified, and I am very professional, caring, and I am very reliable. I have also served as a personal tutor...
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Katie N.

Teacher/Caregiver For Students With Special Needs

New York, NY

5.0(0)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Katie. I'm a 36-year-old living and working in New York City. For the past 2 years, I was working as a SETSS provider where I provided individual support to children with disabilities. While I am teaching part-time right now, I also enjoy other opportunities to work with children. It is most important to me to...
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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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Tashera T.

Dedicated Household Manager With A Passion For Family Care

Far Rockaway, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
23 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Experienced nanny and house manager with 20+ years of expertise caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs. Proven ability to create nurturing and stimulating environments, manage household operations, and provide reliable, compassionate care. Dedicated to fostering children's growth and well-being while...

Hillary T. says "Tashera is excellent with children. She is organized and dependable. Tashera could teach preschool with her skills. She is caring and always trying to...

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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
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 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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Jeadd A.

Funny Sitter, Honest Kind And Loyal

New York, NY

3.7(1)
from
$35/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a 32 yr-old Filipino guy, I love dealing with other persons, and I love taking take good care of my patient. I love showing my love and care for them and treating them just one of my family members. I am very kind person, loyal, sweet, honest and loyal person. I am working right now as physical therapist assistant, but...

Judy H. says "Jeadd helped us for 6 weeks after my husband underwent surgery. He was a wonderful help at a very stressful time. At first Jeadd helped my husband with...

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Nickoal J.

With Over 7 Years Of Experience

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello, I have over 10 years of experience working professionally in childcare. My experience includes working as a lead teacher and center floater in several well-known childcare facilities in New York City, as well as babysitting for families on an as needed basis. My natural love for caring for children and working with...

Sonya R. says "Nickoal is very professional. She has a thoughtful approach to interacting with young children. She took the time to engage both of my children who are...

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Grace C.

A Responsible And Loyal Babysitter !:-)

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(0)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Nurturing young minds is more than a job; it's my passion. With 13 years of experience caring for children aged newborn to 11, including those with special needs, I bring a patient, creative, and friendly approach to childcare. My background in Early Childhood Education (ECE) complements my First Aid and CPR Training, ensuring a...
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Ashley R.

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Dedicated and compassionate childcare professional with 13 yrs of experience in nurturing and educating children, including those with special needs. As a certified nursing assistant I have a strong foundation in health care, ensuring I offer not only emotional support but a focus on the developmental and physical well-being of...

Paul B. says "Ashley brought joy and light to our home and our family . Ashley is an intelligent, kind, and selfless person . She is an excellent worker , structured ,...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of May 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Richmond Hill, NY

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

Melissa H.

Melissa worked with our son with special needs for several years when he was in upper school. She was more than just an excellent math and...

- Barry K.

Khirishana K.

Khirishana is a fantastic nanny for both my girls for almost 10 months. She is responsible, caring, honest, communicative, and on time...

- Joey S.

Samantha L.

We recently had Sam over for a trial day with our high-energy 2-year-old. Although we chose to go with another provider (due to our child's...

- David G.

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