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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

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$16/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
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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Robyne M.

Paramus, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Loving and patient Grandmother. Experienced 40 yrs in non-profit Mgmnt. for adults & children all ages. Previous owner large childcare/pre-school, and in Youth Ministries. 30 yrs Foster Parent and Respite care. ECE, and most recently Rutgers certified special needs behaviorist, ASD meeting NJ requirements. Available P/T steady...

Care Member says "She’s very sweet. My boys enjoyed playing w her. "

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Susan D.

Congers, NY

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I've always been passionate about helping children learn and grow, which is why I became a childcare provider. I have 2 years of experience caring for children of all ages, and I'm comfortable caring for up to 2 children at a time. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing outdoor sports, board games, and puzzles with...

Care Member says "She is very kind, punctual, and hard working. If you hire Susan, you will feel that you are not hiring a stranger but a friend that is how warm her...

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Teri L.

MOTHER'S HELPER/NANNY

Eastchester, NY

4.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a loving experienced mother of a Now grown son who I raised myself. I have held the position of Teacher's Assistant in various day care programs as well as child care positions for newborns, toddlers and preteens. I have driven children to school activities and am happy to help with homework. I am reliable, honest, pay...

Katrena S. says "Teri worked for us for a year taking care of our 6 year old son, who is on the autism spectrum. My son loved her and I really appreciated her help with...

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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
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
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
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
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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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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Travis T.

Limitations Are An Illusion

Hastings on Hudson, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
Hello Families! My name is Travis and I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to connect with you. For the past decade, I've been working as an educator within the Department of Education, focusing on creating individualized learning experiences for students with diverse needs. My approach emphasizes building strong, collaborative...

Care Member says "I would hire Travis immediately if I could. I have had the pleasure of observing Travis working with a young man the same age as my son. Travis is an...

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Tiffany E.

Englewood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, I'm Tiffany! I'm 30 years old from New Jersey. My childcare experience began with mommy-helping at age 12 then independently babysitting at age 17. I have traveled the tri-state area and worked with children all ages from infancy to teenagers. I have also worked with individuals who had various specials needs. I always...

Gabriela M. says "We've hired Tiffany as babysitter. She is one of the sweetest people I've met. She is so good and gentle with our N. She offers to help in ways beyond...

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Noelle S.

Englewood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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Alexa B.

White Plains, NY

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I currently live in White Plains, NY. I graduated from Lehman College with my Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology this past winter and work as a school-based speech and language therapist. I am currently only looking for a occasional date night sitting opportunities on weekends. I have over 9 years of babysitting...

Carolyn L. says "My family has been lucky to have Alexa as our babysitter this past summer. She is incredibly patient, attentive, and communicative. I am a nervous...

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Gabriella V.

Babysitter

Briarcliff Manor, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have had many different experiences with all different kinds of children. My name is Gabriella and I am from Briarcliff Manor. I am 24 years old. I am currently a 3rd year Occupational Therapy Doctorate Student at the University of Florida. I am interested in specializing in pediatrics and love working with children! I have...

Laura D. says "Such a sweat heart! She listens, is on time and my son loves her! Amazing!"

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Tracey G.

Special Needs, Senior Care

Bergenfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*** Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver for Special Needs, Senior Care, Child Care. I have over 18 years of experience. I am available for week night M-F overnight (flexible with start time)(7/8pm-7am)or weekend Fri-Sun overnight...

Christina D. says "As a first time mommy, I needed extra help with my son. At one month old Tracey came to the rescue! She was very patient not only with our son, but...

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Annette Y.

Part Time After School Or Before School Provider.

White Plains, 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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Victoria J.

SLP-A/Teacher/RBT Looking For A Family Near Bristol, CT

New Milford, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Everything I do is for the kids! I graduated from Pace University in May 2020 with my BA in Communication Sciences & Disorders. In 2021, I was a TA and para for special needs students in a public school in Livingston NJ. In 2022, I was a TA at a private Montessori preschool at Chelsea Piers NYC. Last year, I was an RBT...

Allison K. says "Victoria helped me out earlier this year with after school pick ups for my 10 year old daughter. She was always dependable in showing up at school on...

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Susan D.

Congers, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Sheridan M.

Experienced Babysitter Available Weeknights!

Yonkers, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Rachel W.

Hastings on Hudson, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
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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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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.00/hr as of May 2026

  • 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

Robyne M.

She’s very sweet. My boys enjoyed playing w her.

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Susan D.

She is very kind, punctual, and hard working. If you hire Susan, you will feel that you are not hiring a stranger but a friend that is how...

- Care member

Teri L.

Teri worked for us for a year taking care of our 6 year old son, who is on the autism spectrum. My son loved her and I really appreciated...

- Katrena S.

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