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Mary C.

Registered Nurse/nanny/caregiver/esp Special Needs Child

Tappan, NY

3.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Pediatric home care nurse many disabilities/ages/cultural backgrounds, love working with children in your home, Active and athletic, involved many sports and hobbies. love doing lots of different activities. HAVE FOUR CHILDREN MINE OWN. WILL INVOLVE YOUR CHILDREN IN MANY DIFFERENT ACTIVITIES. KEEP THEM BUSY AND OUT OF TROUBLE.
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Sydney D.

Tappan, NY

from
$16/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello my name is Sydney. I am 23 years old and currently looking for part time or full time work in house keeping and senior care or both. I worked in a pet boutique as an assistant manager for 5 years and currently unemployed. With that I also have experience with special needs children and adults. I'm responsible, caring and...
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Eleanora Z.

Caregiver

Saddle River, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
respite care
dementia
personal care
My name is Eleanora. I have 12 years experience and living in an nursing home. My experience includes: cooking, changing, cleaning, bathing, medication moderator, feeding, and many more. I worked in a 33-bed adult care facility. I helped organize workshops for the members. I participated in over-night care on a regular basis. I...

Judi H. says "Eleanora took her role As an aide, companion very seriously. She always took the our mom's needs into consideration . Elle prepared food that was...

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Susan D.

Congers, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
transportation
Hi, my name is Susan and I work at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern NY. I'm accustomed to dealing with 50+ patients per day including special needs patients. I'm very friendly, caring and outgoing. I love making patients feel comfortable as most people do not care to be in a hospital!

Care Member says "Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother. "

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Rosalys T.

Tarrytown, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
My passion for nurturing young minds and my previous babysitting experience led me to become a nurturing childcare provider with over 8 years of experience. My patient and creative nature allows me to connect with children, fostering an environment where they can learn, grow, and have fun. I maintain open communication with...

Belen Q. says "She is a person with great values Every time I leave my kid with her I know he will be safe and well care."

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Luciana Paula P.

Career Nanny Experienced Available For Week, Night And Weekend

River Edge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a creative, responsible, reliable, friendly, and fun nanny who has over 6 years of experience in child care as well as experience in recreation with kids and teens. I also have experience driving kids to school or other activities and a degree in early childhood education. I am still interested in continuing my studies with...

Care Member says "Always present and engaged with my kids. They never want her to leave. "

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Lisa R.

Harrington Park, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
1 year experience
Errands
dementia
meal prep
companionship
light cleaning
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I am a school counselor and mom of three children. I am looking for a summer job and option to continue working and helping others throughout the school year. When I was in graduate school I worked in a group home with men that had special needs. I helped clean, cook, bath and keep the men active and healthy. I also took care of...

Diane O. says "Lisa is an amazing person! I wish Every one that applies with Care.Com was like her! She is the best ever! I have never Have had such a wonderful Amazing...

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Beatriz P.

Graduate Student Looking For Occasional Babysitting Jobs

Yonkers, NY

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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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Stephanie B.

Tarrytown, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
Hello, I am a 27-year-old grad student who is aspiring to become an occupational therapist. I have a bachelor's degree in social sciences (focused in psychology) and most of my OT master's program completed. I have worked with children between the ages on 6 mos. and 12 yrs. I used to work at Vision Fitness in the daycare...

Kavita A. says "I interviewed Stephanie and she was wonderful - responsive, punctual and great interaction with my child. Her needs did not meet ours so I did not hire...

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Annette Y.

HHA, (Elderly Care) Direct Care Counselor (Special Needs), Pet Care, Personal Assistant

Scarsdale, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
I have been providing elder care for 10 plus years now on a part-time basis while attending school and working at other locations. I love my job and am very good at it. I do this work because it's what I love to do. I am very patient, knowledgeable, friendly, caring and honest. A pretty good cook and believe in safety first and...

Ziyang N. says "Annette is god sent. She took great care of our 3 year-old son who is very "handful" at home. Annette is very engaging and kept bringing different...

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Debra B.

VERY RELIABLE CARE GIVER

New City, NY

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a 60-year-old mother of two college graduated children. I have a brother who is mentally challenged. I was a caregiver for my sister in-law who had dementia. I worked as a teacher's asst. for 16 years with special needs students with autism, down syndrome .
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Carolyn C.

I Am Looking For A Full-Time Position Job In Baby Sitting/Elder Care.

Tarrytown, NY

5.0(0)
from
$51/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Carolyn. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant/Geriatric Nursing Assistant (CNA/GNA), with over 10 years of nanny/babysitting, elderly care experience , Housekeeping Supervisor, special needs children. I have worked with children of all ages from newborn, twins to teens. I am very responsible, caring, loving,...
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Katherine P.

Elmsford, NY

5.0(0)
from
$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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Brian C.

Male Caregiver

Yonkers, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Hi, I'm a passionate child caregiver with a heart for making a positive impact in the lives of children. For the past two years, I've been dedicated to taking care of children with special needs, gaining invaluable experience in providing tailored support and fostering an inclusive environment. With a background as a summer...

Care Member says "Brian is caring, thoughtful, and kind. He has cared for and tutored my son who is developmentally disabled for a few years now. He does everything from...

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Kirsten C.

Energetic Babysitter

Township of Washington, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Kirsten, I am 22 years old and have 9+ years of experience working with children. I've worked with children ages 0-13! I have experience with special needs children including working with feeding tubes. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I have a clean driving record and would love the opportunity to work with...

Care Member says "Kirsten has taken care of my 5 year old daughter numerous times over the past 3 years. My daughter adores Kirsten, and I feel confident in my daughter’s...

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Michelle W.

Loving And Responsible Caregiver

Scarsdale, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hello families! My name is Michelle, I'm thrilled at the possibility of becoming a part of your family's journey. With 20 years of experience, I find so much joy in nurturing the precious stages infant through toddler age children. I have a strong background in infant care and early childcare with a vast amount of experience...

Care Member says "We are beyond grateful for Michelle and the love and care she has given our family over the many years. From the very beginning, she has been an...

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Noelle S.

Englewood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience
I like working with kids because I love to see kids grow until their own person. I started working with kids since I was 14. I loved to babysit all my mom's friend's little ones. In my spare time, I like to read books and bake. One thing you should know about me is that I can multitask and I can handle pressure from...

Care Member says "she was kind and patient with my young one. Made experience enjoyable for my little one and put me at ease "

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Brittney S.

Brittney S From NY

Briarcliff Manor, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Brittney! I am a senior care provider. I am a graduated practical nurse who is a very reliable, patient, and caring person who has 10 years of experience caring for others. I have experience working with ADHD, multiple sclerosis, stroke, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, dementia & diabetes cases. I have worked with...

Care Member says "I highly recommend Brittney as a home health aide for your service. Since August, 2014 until her move, she has helped my mother, Rose tremendously,...

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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
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 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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Annette Y.

Part Time After School Or Before School Provider.

Scarsdale, NY

5.0(0)
from
$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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 3.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Tappan, NY are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Eleanora Z.

Eleanora took her role As an aide, companion very seriously. She always took the our mom's needs into consideration . Elle prepared food...

- Judi H.

Susan D.

Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother.

- Care member

Rosalys T.

She is a person with great values Every time I leave my kid with her I know he will be safe and well care.

- Belen Q.

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