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I'm a mother of two with a passion for working with individuals with special needs. I'm currently searching for a part time job during the week. I have three years of experience working with adults with disabilities in a group home setting, and seven months in community habilitation with the agency FREE. Recently I've started...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Part-time Special Needs Caregiver. I've been working with individuals with disabilities for 10 years and love working in this field. I've made very valuable connections and learned a lot.
Currently, my availability is limited, so I am looking for part-time work where I can put my skills and experience to practice.
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I am a Licensed Practical Nurse who provides kind, patient, and dependable care for individuals with special needs. I focus on creating a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment where each person feels respected and understood. I work closely with families to ensure their loved one's daily needs are met with compassion,...
I am honest, reliable and caring. I have many years of experience working with children and adults with disabilities.
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Hello! My name is Lachia, and I have over 10 years of experience as a Direct Support Professional. For the past 8 years, I've worked in a 12-bed residence, where I provide comprehensive care including bathing, dressing, feeding (including G-tube), medication administration, and the use of medical equipment such as the Hoyer...
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3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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...
For almost a year now I have worked with someone who has a developmental disability and some physical disabilities. I have also babysat since I was 12. Additionally, I was a caretaker for someone with dementia for a short period of time as well.
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Hello my name is Gabby, I am a junior in college! I have been a caretaker for young children from the ages of 0-12. I also worked at playgroups summer camp as a counselor for children ages 2-8. My brother also had special needs as a toddler so I also have lots of experience in this area. I am also in the honors program at USJ...
Geoff P. says "Gabby watched our son this past july/August and was really good with him. We were sorry to see her go back to school so soon. We'd highly recommend her to...
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- $20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
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Hi, I'm Luiza! An East Hampton local with 8 years of babysitting experience. I recently graduated with my masters in mental health counseling from SUNY Buffalo and am home for the summer before I start my full time work as a therapist. I am looking for a position starting end of July until end of August.
As a therapist that...
Care Member says "Luiza is all you want in a sitter. She is punctual, friendly, helpful, easy and great w kids and professional in every way. My daughter loves her!"
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20 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
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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...
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...
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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Middle Island, NY
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1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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Experienced child care with 2 young boys, 1 with special needs. I have a full time job managing a business. I attend school daily. I am currently in college looking forward to get my degree in social work.
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I am a mom to 9 children 2 are special needs. My oldest is 21. I have a 20 year career in EMS and am retired. My training ranged from EMT, Dispatcher, and EMS instructor. My job had many different aspects of it, including NICU and PICU high risk transports. I adored my job but also loved taking care of children.
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I'd describe my personality as bubbly, attentive, outgoing
I like working with kids because I've taken care of many family and friends kids for many years I work in pediatrics and enjoy just being around them they bring an amazing environment and energy
I started working with kids when I started working with kids this year I...
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Knowing I can support families by providing reliable childcare is what I love most. With 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to teenagers, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your little ones. I am comfortable caring for up to two children. I have some...
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I have more than 5 years of experience working with children I can help with some homework also have experience working with special need children. I am a special education teacher assistant.
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Childcare available. Hi, my name is Victoria. I'm 34 years old and I grew up in East Setauket, New York, but currently live in Mastic. I'm a mother to an amazing 10. 5-year-old girl and 2. 5-year-old little boy. I'm experienced with children and have 3 younger siblings I've taken care of all my life. Been in the special needs...
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20 years experience
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Hi, I'm Laura! I'm a mom of 4 with years of experience caring for children of all ages, personalities, and abilities. I've lived and raised my family in Suffolk County my whole life, and I've been caring for children since I was young, Along with raising my own children, I've worked as a special education teacher assistant,...
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I have babysat for many family friends over the years of all ages. I also have experience with special needs children from working summer camps at a school, NSSA. I have teaching experience and the required degrees.
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of May 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
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Special Needs Caregivers in Ridge, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
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.
Gabriella B.
Gabby watched our son this past july/August and was really good with him. We were sorry to see her go back to school so soon. We'd highly...
- Geoff P.
Luiza P.
Luiza is all you want in a sitter. She is punctual, friendly, helpful, easy and great w kids and professional in every way. My daughter...
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