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Responsible, Mature And Professional Child Caregiver W/ Extensive Experience
Huntington Station, NY
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- $30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I have had the experience and pleasure of volunteering full-time as a live-in child caregiver at a children's medical/special needs home down in Peru for the past decade. I was responsible from anywhere from 20 to 50 children at a time, ranging in ages from newborns to teenagers. I have the honor of being an Aunt to 2 baby...
Jenny C. says "Liana is absolutely amazing. Our children adore her. She is kind, loving and very responsible! We feel very secure when our children are in her care....
I worked as a para educator in New York. I am trained in ABA, CPR, First Aide, and CPI. I have had children from 5 - 14 years of age, some very low functioning and some high. I have done community outings with these children. One child in particular was non verbal. I taught him to use the computer after many months he was typing...
Ramya S. says "Christine is awesome. She is super dependable and was able to manage with ease. My twin babies love her. They become so happy the minute she walks in. She...
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- $25/hr
my name is Mary. Im 61 yrs of age. I'm active and full of energy. I am looking for a caretaker job. Have experience. My attributes-loving caring great companion personable great cook care for all your needs. Im a gem as I've been told . please call if interested
Tim K. says "Mary was an amazing full time babysitter for my two young daughters for over one year! She had tons of energy and cared for my girls like they were her own...
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
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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- $17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
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Hi! I am a 26-year-old certified Teacher Assistant with over seven years of experience. I graduated from Stony Brook University with a Bachelor's in Biology and plan to attend graduate school for Education. I have experience caring for children of all ages, both with and without special needs, and am trained in Nonviolent Crisis...
Sophia T. says "I first became acquainted with Annemarie through care.com, and she is one of the loveliest people I know. She has been working with my children for...
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- $17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
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My current availability is date nights and any other occasional times! Unfortunately I'm not available for any full time positions at this time. Thank you for your interest!
Hi, my name is Taylor! I have over 10 years experience as a babysitter, four years as a nanny, and taught at a summer science camp for kids ages 5-11 for...
Jennifer G. says "Taylor is absolutely amazing. She provided care for my first when he was just 5 months old and still at 5 years old! She has a knack for sustaining...
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- $20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm a compassionate, patient, and dedicated caregiver with over a year of experience as a nursing assistant at a top hospital, as well as live-in nanny experience in both the Hamptons and New York City. I've also worked as a trusted babysitter in the Stony Brook-Port Jefferson area, caring for children of all ages-from...
Julianne M. says "Margaret is very friendly and energetic with my toddler age girls, they love playing with her and are excited when she comes to watch them! She is very...
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
Fun loving mother of two with a passion for childcare and nurturing young minds. Experienced in creating a safe, engaging and loving environment for children of all ages and special needs children. Skilled in balancing playtime, education, and healthy routines. Committed to providing attentive care while fostering a fun and...
Emily P. says "Connie nannied for my 1 year old son - she is great with babies and will treat your children like family. she is reliable, trustworthy, caring and...
I'd describe my personality as trustworthy kind and loving
I like caring for people with special needs because I have learned so much from working with people with special needs
I'm looking for a job that is close to my home and early morning
I started caring for people with special needs many years ago I have family...
Victoria V. says "Norma was amazing with my son. She is a beautiful person inside and out. She was reliable, punctual and great with communication. I felt so comfortable,...
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- $10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
hospice services
errands
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I am caring person, professional treat your family as if it was my very own. I work for assisted living for over 10 years. With supervisors to vouch for me also. I am really loving up beat full of life. Some people do this for money I do this because I care. I work as a volunteer just because a family needed help. As I m the...
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have worked in childcare for 20 plus years as a CDA as well as after school care; I started at 13,( remember those days??!!) babysitting for neighbors and reffing soccer for the younger kids as well as instructing teens I martial arts. I have multifaceted experience with children, and adore them. Everything from hugs to games...
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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I have babysat professionally for quite some time along with being a CPR certified, BLS certified, and am a EM, who has worked with special needs children, along with having been the head of medical staff for multiple summer camps. I have three kids in my own ranging from teenager to new born, so I am great with kids of all...
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
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I have experience working with adults with disabilities and special needs.. I worked as a CNA at Jefferson Ferry for 2 years. I currently work as a caregiver to an elderly women and weekends at a clothings store. I'm 37 years old with interest in reading, baking, walking, card games and any and all crafts such as crocheting,...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 20 years working with special needs children from ages 5 thur 21 . With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum...
Visiting physician
companionship
light cleaning
personal care
meal prep
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My name is Leanne and I am passionate about providing care and support to kids, people with special needs and seniors. I have always had a natural empathy and understanding for those who may require extra assistance in their daily lives. I am patient, compassionate, and dedicated to ensuring the well-being and comfort of those...
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping Cooking and Other household needs. I worked with kids with special needs on and off for 2 years. Also worked for project excel during summer of 2023 for a camp counselor position.
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I am a former educator with over 11 years experience teaching grades k-8. I've worked with kids k-12, as well as birth-2 for many years throughout high school and college in formal settings such as preschools and informal settings such as babysitting. I have worked with students with special needs across multiple settings,...
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I am a sophomore in college at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. I hold an active NYS EMT-B certification as well as BLS CPR certification. I am offering childcare, pet care, and household services.
At 13, I began volunteering at a summer camp for children with special needs and life threatening illnesses.
From 17 to 19, I...
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
Unexpectedly, I had to take care of an extended family member. With minimal experience, I learned to bring her back to Health I had to advocate for a woman with special needs. Know when to call an ambulance. Know when to call a Doctor
Know when an attorney was needed for being declined for a rehab! Wrapping it with her coming...
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
My experience with children includes assisting in first grade classrooms, babysitting, and also child development courses through my psychology minor. I am primarily available on weekday evenings and weekends. I also assist special needs adults on weekends as needed. I also help with meal prep, light cleaning, help with pets,...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $23.12/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 Smithtown, NY
Special Needs Caregivers in Smithtown, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Liana L.
Liana is absolutely amazing. Our children adore her. She is kind, loving and very responsible! We feel very secure when our children are...
- Jenny C.
Christine C.
Christine is awesome. She is super dependable and was able to manage with ease. My twin babies love her. They become so happy the minute she...
- Ramya S.
Mary C.
Mary was an amazing full time babysitter for my two young daughters for over one year! She had tons of energy and cared for my girls like...
- Tim K.
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