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Jessica S.

Astoria, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

grocery shopping

craft assistance

swimming supervision

+ 1 more

Hello there! I am Jessica, a heart-centered RIE and Montessori educcarer (educator and caregiver) with a passion for compassionate care-giving and child-led learning/play. A typical day with me includes endless songs, artistic exploration, and finding every opportunity for learning, connection and joy. I am All Ages First Aid...

Evanice P. says "Jessica is a thoughtful, joyful and innovative caregiver. She cares for our medically complex daughter, that is 4 and two other children 8 and 2. She...

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Jacqueline P.

Nanny Looking For A Full-time Job

Weehawken, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

Swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

travel

Hi, my name is Jacqueline. I was born in Colombia and have many years of experience caring for children of all ages, including infants and kids with special needs. I'm a loving, active, and responsible nanny. I enjoy outdoor activities, reading books, arts and crafts, and supporting children's learning through play. I'm fluent...

Gregg B. says "She's great with the kids. My son is in love w her. We use her part time and on weekends now that our full time nanny is back. Energetic and open to...

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Samantha L.

Babysitter

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

carpooling

I started babysitting in high school for children of all ages including one with special needs. I will be more than happy to help watch and entertain your children in a safe environment! I am pursuing a masters in social work and hope to work will children professionally in social work setting in the future.

Care Member says "Samantha was an awesome sitter! Very polite, arrived on time and very warm and friendly. Will hire again the next time we need a hand - thank you!"

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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, my name is Khirishana and I am 20 years old. I am a Junior in college pursuing a career in medicine. I have a passion for working with children; their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around. I have been working with children in a variety of settings for over 10 years. I am responsible,...

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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Camila F.

Responsible Babysitter

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $23/hr

10 years experience

Travel

craft assistance

carpooling

I have several years of babysitting experience, with children as young as 6 months up to 13 years. I have also worked with children with special needs. Worked at summer camps and Montessori camps so I have experience dealing with several kids at a time. I am responsible, warm and love kids.

Joanne E. says "Camila is super sweet and my kids love her! She is fun, responsible and very flexible. She has been babysitting my kids for two years now. I would...

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Connor H.

Fun, Patient, Energetic Big Kid!

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)

from: $24/hr

6 years experience

Meal prep

light cleaning

grocery shopping

craft assistance

swimming supervision

Hello! I'm C (they/them). For 6 years, I've been caregiving for toddlers to 12-year-olds and lead teaching children ages 2 to 15 in theatre and ESL. In my nanny career, I have been responsible for anywhere from 1 - 2 children at a time, consistently (a previous job was with 2 siblings), and I have 3+ years experience working...

Kim H. says "My two school aged children loved C and I was super happy with the care they received. I would highly recommend C!"

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Rachael D.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 20 families in your area

Meal prep

grocery shopping

craft assistance

carpooling

swimming supervision

+ 1 more

Hi! I grew up in a big family, now I have lots of nieces and nephews. I have a lot of experience watching children as young as weeks old. I created my own camps for kids, I worked as a camp counselor for teens, and I've also had a job as a daycare assistant. I am a resident doctor, and I am looking for evening babysitting, as...

Christina K. says "Rachael was great babysitting our 7-month-old! She was very communicative and responsible. "

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Barbara W.

Happy And Motivating Babysitter With 30 Years Of Experience

Cambria Heights, NY

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

grocery shopping

craft assistance

Good Day, My name is Barbara but people call me Barb. I have 30 years of experience sitting for ages newborn to teenager, including twins and special needs. I am pursuing an MS Ed. in Elementary Education. I have been responsible for up to 5 children plus have worked in a day care. I cook, clean, tutor schoolwork, teach arts...

Carolyn W. says "Barbara was so great with my 18-month-old! He was pretty grouchy and tantrum-prone on the day she sat for us, but Barbara won him over with her warmth...

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Katie N.

Teacher/Caregiver For Students With Special Needs

New York, NY

5.0(0)

from: $30/hr

5 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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Reyna C.

Caregiver

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $22/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Visiting nurse

personal care

home modification

dementia

visiting physician

I have over 15 years of experience as a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA). I prepare home-cooked meals from scratch with healthy ingredients and I make sure both the patient and the home are well taken care of. I treat the patients I care for and their families like they are my own. I enjoy my work an I am comfortable and...

Wanda P. says "I highly recommend Reyna as a caregiver. She took excellent care of my 78-year-old father for almost two years. During that time, she was always kind,...

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Daphne M.

Long Island City, NY

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 12 families in your area

Travel

swimming supervision

craft assistance

Hi I am a career nanny, mom of 3, with 21 years of experience. My experience includes but not limited to: care of my younger sister since 12 years of age : mom of 3 my oldest is 22 : working with various families ages newborn to teens. nanny shares, multiples, running my own home day care & overnight care. I have a Child...

Care Member says "Daphne was communicative, which we appreciated. She asked thoughtful questions to ensure she understood our son’s needs and routines, and our...

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Bhavani P.

New York, NY

5.0(0)

from: $17/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

carpooling

travel

Hi! I work full time in Management Consulting and saving up for a wedding and trying to grow our network and community and would love to get to know you/your loved ones. have experience babysitting children between the ages of 3 months to teenagers over the last couple of decades. I have prior experience with providing care for...

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Abby F.

Enthusiastic Babysitter

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

carpooling

I have been working with children for as long as I can remember. Throughout high school, I nannied throughout the summers. I have nannied for a family with a child with special needs; I have nannied for an infant; I have nannied for a family of 5. Last summer after I completed my freshman year at UMD, I worked in a preschool as...

Brian W. says "Abby is amazing. She's a responsible, loving, playful and very engaging as a nanny and babysitter. She's very creative and finds fun age appropriate...

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Nicole C.

Educated Nanny

Brooklyn, NY

4.3(1)

from: $30/hr

18 years experience·

Hired by 13 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

grocery shopping

I am a mature, dependable and high-energy person with a passion for childcare excellence. Valued by parents for warmth, professionalism, dedication and excellent judgment. Provide parents with an unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and welfare of their children. I have 16years plus of experience working with children...

Care Member says "We hired Nicole as an after school nanny for 2 years when my son was 2-4yo. She is very reliable, professional and patient with my son. She is also very...

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Aminata K.

Who I Am

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

errands

companionship

mobility assistance

+ 1 more

Hi! I'm Aminata but you can call me Amy. Taking care of people is one of my passions. I love just knowing that impact and effects that I can have on people's lives. I'm a mom of 4 kids all over the age of 10. I have 8 years of senior care experience and special needs experience. It would be amazing if you chose me for your care....

Jemi J. says "I'm so glad I was able to find Ami for assistance! I am not a senior; I'm the one who needed assistance after an emergency dental procedure and she was...

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Brittany T.

Caregiver

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I've working with children who are along the spectrum for about five years. I started in a group home working as a direct care counselor for 2. 5 years. Then I worked as a home health aid for a young girl who had NF1 and was blind. After her I then worked for a family who had two young boys and were along the spectrum. I was...

Lavinia M. says "Brittany worked for us a little less than two years, than we moved back to Italy. That is the only reason why she is not with us anymore. Brittany became...

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Mary Rose P.

Certified General/Special Education Teacher Seeking Part-time Employment

Astoria, NY

5.0(1)

from: $50/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

My name is Mary Rose and I am currently a Special Education teacher on the elementary level. I hold certificates in General/Special Education on the Elementary level, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and have my Masters of Science for Literacy. I am also working as an Assistant Coach for the Youth Wheelchair division of New York...

Marisol A. says "I was very cautious of who I would hire to watch my 11 year old son who has autism. I felt it had to be someone very patient and had knowledge of the...

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Rosemary G.

New York, NY

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 15 families in your area

Swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

I am an art educator and caregiver, with over 10 years of experience working with children. I currently nanny an infant, a 3-year-old, and a 4-year-old. I am looking for date night babysitting or art tutoring. I have taught numerous art programs for kids, including a year teaching art at a private middle school and running a...

Sky G. says "Rosemary was a great help for some last minute care we needed for our 8 month old son. She was responsive, attentive, and easy to coordinate with. Thank you...

Sam T.

Astoria, NY

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

grocery shopping

craft assistance

swimming supervision

+ 1 more

Hi! I'm Sam, a 27-year-old teacher with my masters in special education and teaching for the visually impaired. Before becoming a teacher, I was a full-time nanny, and I worked I families of up to three children between the ages of 11 months-12 years. I have 13 years of childcare experience working as an Arts & Crafts director...

Lynette M. says "Sam is dependable, trustworthy, knowledgeable of children's needs and an all around good person. After a day or two of Sam and our soon-to-be 2 yr old...

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Brittany G.

Special Needs Caregiver

West New York, NJ

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

3 years experience

I have experience working with kids with Autism and mental illness. I am comfortable with low functioning-high functioning.

Care Member says "Brittany has been caring for our 2 boys for some time now and she has always been tremendously responsible, and our boys have always seemed to enjoy the...

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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $22.11/hr as of January 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Ridgewood, NY

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

Jessica S.

Jessica is a thoughtful, joyful and innovative caregiver. She cares for our medically complex daughter, that is 4 and two other children 8...

- Evanice P.

Jacqueline P.

She's great with the kids. My son is in love w her. We use her part time and on weekends now that our full time nanny is back. Energetic and...

- Gregg B.

Samantha L.

Samantha was an awesome sitter! Very polite, arrived on time and very warm and friendly. Will hire again the next time we need a hand -...

- Care member

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