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Samuel W.

Teacher/Therapeutic Recreation/Job Coach/Animal Care And Mindfulness

Rye, NY

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$40/hr
10 years experience
9 years Supervisor in Therapeutic Recreation for Special Needs. Has experience coaching, mentoring, teaching and caring for special needs and seniors. Background also as Environmental Educator teaching in public, private, parochial and special needs schools. Involved in presenting animals to children of all ages, pre-K and...
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Shannon K.

Rye, NY

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have experience babysitting multiple children at a time. While babysitting I have driven, played with, helped with homework, done laundry, and helped prepare meals for the children. In addition to babysitting, I have volunteered at an organization with special needs children, so I have a little experience with special needs...
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Maria H.

Bayville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Maria, and I am a mom of three grown children .. I have taken care of children of all ages, as well as special needs for over 15yrs. I have a lot of energy and truly love my job! I have excellent references available! Thank you!

Kaitlyn T. says "We were so blessed to have Maria watch our girls! We were so sad to hear she moved! Highly recommend and will be greatly missed!"

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Olutuminu O.

Happy And Engaging

Sea Cliff, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm a reliable and caring babysitter with 5+ years of experience, including caring for children with special needs. I hold a bachelor's from and Ivy League. I prioritize safety and well-being, holding CPR and health emergency training, and I am a fully vaccinated non-smoker with a valid driver's license and reliable...

Yvonne I. says "Tumi is punctual, respectful and dependable. My 2 year old son loves her."

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Nakite A.

New Rochelle, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I truly love working with young kids. I have a lot of experience working with infants and toddlers, including special needs learners. I approach each child as an individual who I get to help grow and teach. I enjoy finding creative ways to educate young kids. I am a fun sitter. I am also available to assist with the monitoring...

Care Member says "Nakite cared for my 4 yo daughter and she was fantastic! She is warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely...

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Travis T.

Hastings on Hudson, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello Families! My name is Travis and I'm an employee of the Department of Education. I've worked in the role of a Teaching Assistant for the past 9 years. A major part of my work is the teamwork and collaboration that happens between parents and myself. Our combined efforts are essential to achieving big and small results. I'd...

Care Member says "I met Travis because he is the caregiver for one of my customers. He assists with the care of a teenage boy and one of his responsibilities is to...

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Elizabeth B.

New Rochelle, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
My 10 plus years experience in the Medical Field for all ages, I am able to assist and tackle an emergency or an controlled environment. I am a Paramedic in NYC and continuous education is an obligation. Providing assistance and help for the need is a purpose that I made as a career. I have worked with Early Childhood...

Dario D. says "Finding Elizabeth was a true blessing. She's punctual, responsible, luminous, and our daughter just adores her. She not only takes great care of our child...

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Katherine P.

Elmsford, NY

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello there I enjoy working with others that are in need. I used to work for an agency call VIP for 2 years. I have a huge passion working with people. I would do light cleaning, some organizing , run errands and simply kept them company.
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Beatriz P.

Graduate Student Looking For Occasional Babysitting Jobs

Yonkers, NY

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
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Hello! My name is Beatriz and I'm 24 years old. I am a first-year Physician Assistant student at Pace University. I'm a super big sister and auntie! I have extensive experience with children of all ages, including children with special needs, such as autism and Down Syndrome. Additionally, in high school I babysat for a variety...

Lauren R. says "I wish there were 10 stars! I cannot speak highly enough about Beatriz. When I tell my boys, 3 & 5, Beatriz is coming to babysit they literally watch the...

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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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Antoinett F.

Smile Producer

Mount Vernon, NY

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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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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Betsy A.

Full-Time Caregiver/Possible Part-Time

Cos Cob, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience
I have provided care for Seniors who have dementia, Alzheimer and brain dysfunction and on an occasional basis. I spend time caring for my friend Sarah, who has Cerebral Palsy. On my personal time, I transport my two senior friends, who have special needs to events. Personally, I have a niece who has ADHD and Aspergers Syndrome....

Anitta T. says "Betsy is hardworking, reliable and honest."

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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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Sheridan M.

Experienced Babysitter Available Weeknights!

Yonkers, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi there, my name is Sheridan! I am an experienced babysitter who is currently a full-time graduate student looking to find some babysitting work. I nannied full-time from 2019 to 2022 for little ones between the ages of 5 months to 4 years old, and then part-time for the first half of this year watching a 1 and 3-year-old. I...

Cesar A. says "Sheridan is an absolutely phenomenal babysitter, artists and all around great person. I've known her for many years and she is very trustworthy and...

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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
Errands
dementia
light cleaning
respite care
meal prep
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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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Rachel W.

Hastings on Hudson, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
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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Elizabeth E.

Special Needs Tutor/Mentor/Childhood Advocate/Coach

Stamford, CT

5.0(0)
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$50/hr
7 years experience
I work as a special needs tutor/mentor/coach. I am having great success with social skills, writing, math, science, social studies and homework assistance. Empathetic and patient to the core, I find ways to communicate and to teach that are fun and fulfilling. Happiness is often based on the child's success in moving forward and...
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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
Hospice services
dementia
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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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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  • The average post rate is $28.50/hr as of December 2025

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Special Needs Caregivers in Rye, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Maria H.

We were so blessed to have Maria watch our girls! We were so sad to hear she moved! Highly recommend and will be greatly missed!

- Kaitlyn T.

Olutuminu O.

Tumi is punctual, respectful and dependable. My 2 year old son loves her.

- Yvonne I.

Nakite A.

Nakite cared for my 4 yo daughter and she was fantastic! She is warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us...

- Care member

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