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Jennifer M.

Part Time / Per Diem Special Needs Care Taker

Syosset, NY

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$17/hr
7 years experience
I have been working with pediatrics for over 10 years and have worked in school nursing for 6 years with special needs students. I am passionate about what I do and grew up in a household with Deaf parents and siblings and I've always had a calling for nursing and being so compassionate I found I loved working with special needs...
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Lauren Q.

Special Education Teaching Assistant

Syosset, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have 9 years as a teaching assistant in an ABA/Private preschool for students with special needs. I have been working in Westbury Middle School for two years now. I worked last year in sixth grade self contained, and now this year I am working in a Life Skills ungraded class with students ranging from ages 13-16.
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Lauren Q.

Special Education Teacher With A Big Heart :)

Syosset, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
I have 22 years of childcare experience. I have 12 years as a teaching assistant in special needs schools experience from ages 18 months to 17 years old. I am in my first year of teaching at private autism program. I love being outdoors, doing crafts, going for walks/to the playground, being in the community is also so important...
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Maria Lisa C.

Syosset, NY

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$25/hr
Transportation
errands
I'm a mom of two wonderful daughters, ages 21 and 16, who inspire me every day. I've been working with children with special needs, where patience, empathy, and adaptability are at the heart of what I do. I also have experience caring for the elderly, which has deepened my understanding of compassionate support across all stages...
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Kelley G.

Huntington Station, NY

3.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience
My Name's Kelley! I am a 19yr old, High-school Graduate. I am furthering my education studying Criminal Justice. I am very flexible and willing to work with you. I have cared full-time for children as young as 6 weeks up until 8 years old. I have experience with special needs children. I have CPR and First Aid certification...

Jamie S. says "She is very honest and a suitable addition to almost all home types. I used her for 2 years and she was so wonderful. My infant and toddler loved Kelley! "

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Caroline K.

Fun And Caring Sitter!

Garden City, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have babysat and coached lacrosse for the past 6 years for children up to the ages of 11. I have also worked with special needs in the Best Buddies and Respite program at my church all throughout middle school and high school! I have a car and clean driving record! I don't just sit there but I engage and ensure the kids are...

Amy W. says "Caroline is one of the most amazing babysitters I have ever worked with! She is so professional and my kids LOVED her! I would recommend Caroline to anyone!"

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Jennifer B.

Huntington Station, NY

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'm a social worker with a 8+ years of experience caring for children, pets, people with special needs and older adults. I don't have traditional work hours which allows me to be available all mornings and early afternoons.

Lauren N. says "Jennifer is a wonderful care giver to our baby. She is always on time, keeps the areas she is in with the baby clean and is very responsible. "

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Meghan M.

Responsible, Reliable, And Experienced

Huntington, NY

3.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Available for full-time, part-time, date nights, weekends, and overnights - adaptable schedule to fit your needs. Experience: Over 15 years of experience working with children. The most children I watched at a time was eight. My experience includes working with ages ranging as young as newborns all the way up to the teen years,...

Erika L. says "My children enjoyed hanging out with Meaghan. We will definitely use her again!"

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Ryan M.

Child Care

Massapequa, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
I am a kind hearted and fun loving nanny. I do not have any children of my own. I have been a babysitter/nanny since I was 14 years old. I have taken care of children ages 6 weeks to 14 years. I have also dealt with multiples and children with special needs. I don't mind pets, but I am allergic to cats. I enjoy keeping children...

Tim R. says "We were a family of 5 (6 now!) and Ryan was our sitter for almost two years before she moved to South Florida. She is amazing with the kids and quickly...

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Liana L.

Responsible, Mature And Professional Child Caregiver W/ Extensive Experience

Huntington Station, NY

5.0(1)
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$27/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....

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Monica S.

Glen Cove, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
personal care
dementia
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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Mary C.

Huntington Station, NY

5.0(1)
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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...

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Christine A.

Nanny/Caregiver

Huntington Station, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Christine. I have over a decade of experience nannying and providing childcare to children from ages infancy to 14 years old. I worked as a C. N. A. for about four and a half years as well. I have cared for children and adults with disabilities, special needs, severe allergies, and dietary needs and restrictions, such as...

Amber Kay P. says "Christine has been a reliable caretaker for our children, and can be trusted to follow instructions and take care of any issues that might arise,...

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Debra S.

Need Help?

Levittown, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
I have been a Nanny for over 16 years with experience with infants to teens. The past 5 years I have also worked with a high functioning Austic boy who was 13 when I started. I got him from bus after school and kept him busy till aid arrived.. we did puzzles.. games.. talked about his day.
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Linda M.

Compassionate Nanny

Glen Cove, NY

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience
Travel
I have lots of experience with great abilities. I am very detailed, punctual, take directions well, a team player and fun to be with. I am very passionate in caring for others and helping out. My responsibilities to your child would be the overall care, monitor feedings, diapers, logs, soothing, sleep train, can be flexible,...

Hana B. says "She was wonderful with my 2 children. She definitely was part of our family. She taught me things about my newborn that if she was not around I probably...

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Maryann L.

Huntington, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Presently employed as a nanny and personal assistant for six years to a lovely family in Port Washington. In addition to providing childcare services, I assist the family with organizational projects , meal preparation, errands and light housekeeping. Prior to this position I was a dietary chef working in a special needs home. I...

David R. says "Dependable and punctual, and just a decent human being"

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Michelle K.

Greenlawn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
companionship
+ 1 more
Not available for a new position until January. I have been a caregiver for over 30 years. My entire career I have been caring for others and love what I do. Services I can provide, companionship, helping with errands, driving, household tasks, light meal prep, shopping, light cleaning, staying physically active, medication...

Care Member says "Michelle was the most amazing caregiving who worked with our adult daughter (28 years old). My daughter connected with Michelle right from the start....

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Olutuminu O.

Happy And Engaging

Sea Cliff, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 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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Maria H.

Bayville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
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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Debra C.

Full Time Caregive

Huntington, NY

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a retired School Psychologist. During my 20 plus year career I specialized in working with children from birth to age five years with special needs. I have worked with children who have learning disabilities, speech delays, autism, cerebral palsy and who are mentally retarded. I have also dealt with many children who have...

Care Member says "Debbie was professional and attentive with my children. She is a very well spoken, educated woman who clearly enjoys being around children and knows...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of December 2025

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

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

Kelley G.

She is very honest and a suitable addition to almost all home types. I used her for 2 years and she was so wonderful. My infant and toddler...

- Jamie S.

Caroline K.

Caroline is one of the most amazing babysitters I have ever worked with! She is so professional and my kids LOVED her! I would recommend...

- Amy W.

Jennifer B.

Jennifer is a wonderful care giver to our baby. She is always on time, keeps the areas she is in with the baby clean and is very...

- Lauren N.

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