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Erika D.

Full Time Care Provider

Uniondale, NY

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$25/hr
2 years experience
The reason I am passionate about this job is because I had a family member that had a child that was autistic and had first hand on how to manage dealing with that situation. I help out throughout the years and also have experience from my previous job which I provided care for teens and autistic children and adults.
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Dapheney H.

Uniondale, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I have been working with autistic children for a year and a half. I absolutely love caring for these kids and I love my job. Working with autistic children has taught me a lot in life. My kids are the sweetest individuals ever and I m always happy to go to work.
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Gladis G.

Uniondale, NY

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Hello, I am the mother of a 16-year-old adolescent diagnosed with non-verbal austism, also with seizures. I have never worked with other children. My experience is based on how old my son is. So he also has a person who takes care of him at my house while I work. and another person who does Community Habilitation by self...
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Barbara W.

Happy And Motivating Babysitter With 30 Years Of Experience

Cambria Heights, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Good Day, My name is Barbara but people call me Barb. I have 30 years of experience sitting for ages newborn to teenager, including twins and special needs. I am pursuing an MS Ed. in Elementary Education. I have been responsible for up to 5 children plus have worked in a day care. I cook, clean, tutor schoolwork, teach arts...

Carolyn W. says "Barbara was so great with my 18-month-old! He was pretty grouchy and tantrum-prone on the day she sat for us, but Barbara won him over with her warmth...

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Caroline K.

Fun And Caring Sitter!

Garden City, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 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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Ryan M.

Child Care

Massapequa, NY

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
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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Rosaria C.

Oceanside, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a fun loving energetic woman who has had many experiences with children as a mother and a teacher. I have worked with kids with special needs and with senior people affected by dementia. I am a woman with high moral values. I believe in honesty and integrity

Katelyn K. says "Rosaria is wonderful! She is so good with my kids, completely engages with them and they have so much fun with her. She is absolutely amazing at helping...

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Jessica J.

Cambria Heights, NY

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
Hello I'm Jessica a mother of a 16yr old girl and I people person, meaning I love to make people smile and laugh. I AM VACCINATED. I've been a certified nanny/ elderly care giver for 17yrs and I am a dog walker/or Pet sitter for 23yrs. I also received my certification in childcare. I love my job, caring for infants, helping...

Alisa D. says "She is a loving and kind caretaker before moving to Alabama I hired her to take care of my mother and 3 kids while I was at work. She made sure there every...

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Malika J.

Elmont, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
I am a loving and patient Nanny with four years of experience providing compassionate care to children, including those with special needs such as Autism and behavioral challenges. My background includes extensive training in child development and a previous role as a Child Protective Specialist. I also hold a Bachelor's degree...

Care Member says "We have had a wonderful experience with Malika. She connected with my very shy toddler who typically does not warm up to anyone quickly, in addition to...

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Patricia O.

Nanny, Driver, Have Special Needs Experience

Merrick, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
I am currently a Part-time Special Ed. teacher's Aide. I have been working in the School District for 22 years. Along with that I have worked for 2 families, caring for their children. I drove and picked them up from school, stayed with them till their parents came home, and also drove them to different functions. The second...
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Toni-ann H.

Trustworthy And Patient Childcare Provider

Queens Village, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hi! I currently work as a Paraprofessional with the Department of Education, where I support students with special needs in achieving their IEP goals. My love for working with children goes beyond the classroom-I also have several years of experience providing after-school and summer care for families. In past roles, I've...

Katherine M. says "Toni-ann has been a wonderful and reliable caregiver for our two daughters. She is communicative and flexible, helping out on a regular schedule and...

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Renee L.

Oakland Gardens, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
I have extensive experience in caring Individual with disabilities and behavioral issues as well as the elderly and children. I drove school bus for 15+ years transporting a variety of students from pre-K to high school.
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Sushiela B.

Franklin Square, NY

4.2(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I've always had a passion for caring for children, and with 20 years of experience as a childcare provider, I know I can create a safe and nurturing environment for your child. I have extensive experience with children of all ages, from newborns to preteens. My previous roles have allowed me to work with children with special...

Care Member says "Sushiela (Liz) has been with my family for 3 years and has been amazing with my daughter (6) and son (4). Since my work schedule is hectic, Sushiela...

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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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Renee O.

Experienced Always Available Childcare in Queens With All Hours, Including Full Time and Part-Time Hours.

Rosedale, NY

4.5(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I owned and operated a day care business for 13 years. The day care was operated on a full time basis at my home. I am kind, patient, and loving enough to care for children with special needs.

Care Member says "Awesome lady, enjoyed Renee very much "

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Alexa F.

Massapequa, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am a college graduate and certified elementary school teacher currently working as a permanent sub. I have always loved working with children from working as a camp counselor to babysitting throughout high school and college. I also work at a summer program for children with special needs. As a babysitter, I have had the...

Carrie L. says "We first met Alexa when she was working as a counselor for our older daughter at the local summer recreation program. We have since hired her as our...

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Erline D.

Hewlett, NY

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
live-in home care
+ 1 more
- I'm a patient's care Technician with a certification in dialysis,. - I also work as a Direct care counselor technician. I am experienced in working with children with special needs. - Presently, I worked and cared for children diagnosed with cerebral palsy for 18 years. - I also care for psych patients, and I have a B L S and...

Care Member says "Erline is superb, since I had to work she was my eyes and ears for my Mom who had dementia, she’s really patient."

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Maya N.

Queens Village, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I love providing care to anyone. I'm a certified HHA with 10 years of experience. I have dealt with all types of people from children to adults including those with special needs. I've had many cases... Bed ridden Colostomy Catheter Alzheimer's Impediment etc. I can perform all aspects of activities of daily living and can work...

Valerie B. says "Maya is a professional through and through. I trust her to take good care of my son."

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Julieta C.

Franklin Square, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hi!! I have been a childcare provider for many years, I love children dearly, I think they're the best!! I have worked with a special needs child, in a day care center, and in private homes with infants, toddlers, preescholers and elementary school children. I'm an honest, loving, responsable and energetic person. I'm also...

Su P. says "Julieta was our nanny for over a year. My daughter absolutely loved her and had so much fun doing activities together. I would definitely recommend her. She...

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Crystal L.

Babysitter

Farmingdale, NY

5.0(1)
from
$49/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Crystal and I am 33 years old. I am a graduate of Long Island University Post Campus with my Bachelor's degree and teaching certification in Childhood Education. I have a Master's Degree and am certified in General and special Education. I have been teaching for 10 years and have experience working with...

Care Member says "As a single father of two young girls, finding the right babysitter was of the utmost importance to me. With a busy work schedule that keeps me out of...

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  • The average post rate is $20.33/hr as of January 2026

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

Barbara W.

Barbara was so great with my 18-month-old! He was pretty grouchy and tantrum-prone on the day she sat for us, but Barbara won him over with...

- Carolyn W.

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.

Ryan M.

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...

- Tim R.

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