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Caro F.

Loving & Experienced Caregiver

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Believe it or not, I have been babysitting for more than 12 years! I've worked with many different families and summer camps over the years, so I'm comfortable with every age group. But my most recent experiences are with infants and toddlers. A bit of my background... I graduated from Tufts University in 2020 with majors in...

Care Member says "Caro was an incredible help to us last Summer when our childcare plans for my 1-year-old suddenly fell through. They worked with us several times a week...

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Perla E.

Billingual, Musical And Fun Loving Babysitter

Astoria, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi, My name is Perla. I'm a Computer Science college student with 8+ years of experience in child care and Math tutoring. I'm an English and Spanish native speaker. I'm very active. I love bike riding, playing soccer, playing guitar and ukulele. Also, I'm experienced with kids from ages 1 to 13 and kids with special needs.

Crystal S. says "Perla is responsible, loving and the kids adore her. She worked for our family for over a year and was energetic, thoughtful and hardworking. She made...

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Leeanne K.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi families ! I am a Mom of three amazing boys ! I have been a stay home mom for nine years and my youngest has just went to a 3-k program so I am available to help other families. Prior to being a Mommy, I have worked with children of all ages for years. I also have a Social science degree that focused a lot of developmental...
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Sarah L.

Fresh Meadows, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Connor H.

Fun, Patient, Energetic Big Kid!

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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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Kelliann D.

Positive Behavior, special needs caregiver

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been working with children for over 20 years. It began with babysitting at age 10 & grew into a successful network of families that kept me busy all through high school. In college, I volunteered at an elementary school running math intervention programs. I also spent a summer in Africa teaching preschoolers, teens, and...

Care Member says "Kelliann has watched my two boys for over 8 years. She had been punctual, loving, patient and kind. She is very creative and resourceful and has helped...

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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
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Rachel S.

Warm, Loving & Dependable Babysitter/Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience!

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Rachel, I am a born & raised Buffalonian with a heart as big as my loud Italian family! I come from a long line of caregivers so childcare has always felt like a part of my blood rather than an acquired skill. I began babysitting at age 13 and have since worked in many different childcare settings, providing me a...

Lauren H. says "When my sitter cancelled I needed help fast, and Rachel saved the day. She showed up quickly and was a pro taking care of 5-week-old son; he was so happy...

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Sabina D.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am 24 years old, I am very clean-cut, bubbly, very responsible, and positive. I grew up with children all around me, of all ages. I am fully vaccinated and have years of experience with caring for infants, groups of children, and special needs toddlers. I am a recent graduate from The New School where I graduated top of my...

Remya T. says "As other moms can relate, it is not easy to find a caregiver who you like and your child connects with. Sabina is the very first babysitter that I worked...

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Nadia G.

Caregiver With 21 Plus Years Experience In The Industry Seeks New Position.

Jamaica, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
I have a natural instinct and understanding of children I have been called the baby whisperer and have the baby magic I help them to thrive and grow in every aspect I have taken care of children newborns to adulthood for 20 plus years professionally I am experienced knowledgeable intelligent kind respectful, punctual . I...

Lisha H. says "We were extremely lucky to find Nadia who has been our son's nanny for more than a year (from age 5 months to 18 months). As a first time parent returning...

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Katherine B.

Special/Deaf Education Teacher With Master's Degree, 5+ Years Experience

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am currently a teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing and I am looking for part time tutoring/childcare opportunities. In 2017, I received my Master of Arts in Teaching from The College of New Jersey and am in my 7th year of teaching. I have experience as a college-level academic writing tutor, American Sign Language...

Ashleigh S. says "Katie is amazing. We have worked with her for years. She is a great role model for my children in all she does. She is also great with the kids, knowing...

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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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Daria T.

Attentive Professional Caregiver. Psychologist & Teacher By Education, Kind Loving Personality

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello Dear Parents! I'm Daria, professional in childcare with more than 11 years of experience and great love for kids. I have a degree in Psychology, Clinical Psychology and Teaching (I got it not in US). All this years I've been working with children: taking care, helping with pre-school education, psychological help and...
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Gabriela F.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have been living in New York City for the past 25 years. I have worked for 15 years as a dance and drama teacher with children of all ages, including special needs kids, in both private and public schools in New York City. I am fluent in English, French and Romanian, and I have a background in theater and ballet. I've also...

Whitney M. says "Gabriela took wonderful care of our 3-yr old. Even though our girl had been having a tough day and was feeling extra sensitive, she very quickly grew...

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Shea S.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience
Respite care
My name is Shea. I am a full time (online learning) student at Texas State University. I have many years of experience working with people of all ages with special needs. My experience with seniors is limited but not non-existent. I recently worked with a 92-year-old woman and really enjoyed our time together and found it not...

Elysia B. says "You can stop your search for a caregiver. Really, go ahead and stop. You've hit the jackpot with Shea. Let me take a not-so-wild guess...you're looking...

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Kerry T.

Full Time Caregiver Available

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience
I am looking for temporary work as a sitter or caregiver for disabled kids, most of my experience is autism related. I work full time at a day treatment facility/ school program for kids with disabilities and behavioral issues. As a Teaching Assistant/paraprofessional I am responsible for helping students with classwork,...

Lewis T. says "Kerry is provides the utmost care for her clients. She communicates well, understands the motivations and demonstrates empathy. Her clients, love and...

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Angelica L.

Middle Village, NY

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 15 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. 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...

Barry H. says "Angie acted as a companion and community rehabilitation worker for my adult daughter that lives with autism. She was kind, honest, and in the end became a...

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Andre T.

Astoria, NY

5.0(0)
from
$24/hr
My name is Andre I am been working with special-needs individual for over two years and I'm looking for more opportunity to go even further in this field
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Jennifer E.

FULL TIME LIVE IN/LIVE OUT SENIOR CARE GIVER

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
respite care
hospice services
specialized care
dementia
+ 1 more
I have worked for over 22 years as a caregiver. I am HHA and CPR certified. My last assignment was for over nine and a half years as a private caregiver. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson and stroke patients. I am an extremely capable and compassionate person with extensive experience in elderly care. I am...

Caroll K. says "I recommend Jennifer very highly. She took care of my father-in-law who had dementia, until he passed. She was compassionate, understanding, flexible,...

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Mariah W.

Former Daycare Teacher/Assistant Teacher With Prior Years Of Nanny Experience

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
For over 10 years, I've been dedicated to nurturing children's development. My passion stems from witnessing their growth firsthand and creating a positive impact on their lives. I received my Associates degree from Kingsborough Community College and I'm one semester away from completing my bachelor's degree. I also have First...

Vera N. says "I hired Mariah to help with my two boys (7, 2 y/o) on Saturday afternoons. She's worked with us for 10 months and it's been a pleasure and relief to have...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.80/hr as of November 2025

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in South Ozone Park, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in South Ozone Park, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Caro F.

Caro was an incredible help to us last Summer when our childcare plans for my 1-year-old suddenly fell through. They worked with us several...

- Care member

Perla E.

Perla is responsible, loving and the kids adore her. She worked for our family for over a year and was energetic, thoughtful and...

- Crystal S.

Sarah L.

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....

- Mike W.

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